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The items include a special exception for a large accessory structure at 10271 Rileys Mill Rd, a variance for a manure storage setback at 5643 Crosby Rd, and a variance for a front yard setback at 8668 Elm Rd. Commissioners will decide whether to approve each request.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2959,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-21", "body": "County Commissioners", "headline": "County Commissioners will award the Rock Hall Dredging tipping‑fees contract", "summary": "The July 21 meeting includes consent items to approve minutes, renew a Microsoft volume licensing agreement, and approve a FY2027 vehicle order. A public hearing will be held on the Community Reinvestment and Repair Commission. Department updates cover open‑space program funding, an emergency‑management grant award, a recommendation to select a consultant for the Kent County Housing Study, and the award of a tipping‑fees contract for Rock Hall dredging. The Board will also receive reports on ARPA and contingency funds.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2944,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-20", "body": "General", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-20", "body": "Board of Zoning Appeals", "headline": "Board will consider two special‑exception wireless tower applications", "summary": "The Board of Zoning Appeals will review two Special Exception requests for personal wireless facility towers. One request is from Towerco/Stephen and Mary Etta Stoltzfus for a tower on Morgnec Road in Kennedyville (Map 30, Parcel 5). The other request is from the Town of Galena for a tower at 13265 Augustine Herman Highway in Galena. The Board will decide whether to grant these exceptions.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2940,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Kent County Local Management Board", "headline": "Board to approve CRRF Judy Center Grant scope revision", "summary": "The Kent County Local Management Board will review and approve minutes from May and a scope revision for the CRRF Judy Center Grant. The director will provide updates on KNOCK! Action Planning, a training, a staff position, and a Student Housing Action Team RFP. The board will also discuss the status of small rolling grants, new state guidance for CRRF, and an updated eligibility map and proposal for the ENOUGH Partnership.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2929,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "County Commissioners", "headline": "Commissioners consider FY2027 Recidivism Reduction Project grant acceptance", "summary": "The Kent County Commissioners will review and decide on the acceptance of a FY2027 grant for the Recidivism Reduction Project presented by the Director of Grants & Contracts. They will also consider a change order request for the FY2026 Dixie Land Energy contract and a request for two Correctional Officer I vacancies. Additional items include a public hearing notice for the Community Reinvestment and Repair Commission and updates on ARPA and contingency fund reports.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2933,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2965,plainText=false)", "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "body": "Economic & Tourism Development Commission", "headline": "Chestertown town manager to discuss initiatives at tourism commission", "summary": "The Kent County Economic & Tourism Development Commission will hear a presentation from Chestertown Town Manager Dr. Chad P. Rooney on town initiatives. The commission will also consider approving minutes from June 10 and receive staff reports. A future agenda item includes a presentation from Washington College on major project updates.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2915,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-07", "body": "County Commissioners", "headline": "Commissioners will vote on purchasing property for a new regional wastewater plant.", "summary": "The Kent County Commissioners will consider a resolution to authorize the purchase of property for a new county regional wastewater treatment facility. They will also hold a public hearing on a Class B alcoholic beverage license for Rock Hall Brewing Company LLC and approve several contracts and grant agreements, including landfill monitoring and body armor for law enforcement. Additional agenda items include routine minutes, financial reports, and updates from various county departments.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2918,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2936,plainText=false)", "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "Emergency Services Board", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-02", "body": "Construction Trades Board", "headline": "Board to consider adopting 2026 electrical code and discuss low voltage licensing", "summary": "The Construction Trades Board will elect officers, approve minutes from April 2, 2026, and consider adopting the 2026 electrical code. They will also discuss licensing requirements for low voltage electricians. Staff reports and general discussion are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2914,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-02", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "PC to decide on Millington cell tower; recommends two others", "summary": "The Kent County Planning Commission will review three personal wireless facility tower applications. It will make a decision on a tower on Cypress Road, Millington, and issue recommendations to the Board of Appeals for towers on Morgnec Road, Kennedyville, and Augustine Herman Highway, Galena.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2910,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Local Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council", "headline": "Kent County Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council to hear updates on overdose stats and prevention efforts", "summary": "This regular meeting of the Local Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council features updates from multiple agencies, including overdose statistics from Emergency Services, reports from law enforcement, and prevention coordination. The council will also receive presentations from the Maryland Office of Overdose Response and Mid Shore Behavioral Health. No voting items or specific proposals are on the agenda; the meeting is primarily informational with a public comment period.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2906,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Kent County Police Accountability Board (PAB)", "headline": "Police Accountability Board to review case and law enforcement discussion", "summary": "The Kent County Police Accountability Board will hold a regular meeting with a case review and law enforcement discussion as the main new business item. The board will also approve minutes from June 3, 2026, and hear public comments. The next meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2889,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Kent County Administrative Charging Committee (ACC)", "headline": "Kent County ACC to review rules and police accountability", "summary": "The Kent County Administrative Charging Committee will meet to review its rules and procedures, approve minutes, and discuss law enforcement matters. The session includes a motion to enter closed session for deliberation.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2887,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "body": "Emergency Services Board", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2943,plainText=false)", "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "County Commissioners", "headline": "County commissioners to adopt Responsible AI Policy Resolution 2026-14", "summary": "The Kent County Commissioners are meeting for a legislative day session. They will consider consent items including contract renewals, a grant acceptance, and road repairs. Notable items include a public hearing on alcoholic beverage licenses, a request to reallocate funds for HVAC installation at the detention center, and adoption of a Responsible AI Policy. Appointments and departmental updates are also on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2897,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2925,plainText=false)", "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board", "headline": "Board to discuss FY 2027/2028 easement application rankings", "summary": "The Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board will meet to review the minutes from February 18, 2026. The primary focus of the meeting is a general discussion regarding the rankings of easement applications for fiscal year 2027/2028.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2883,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Economic & Tourism Development Commission", "headline": "Commission to discuss CEDS and business mentoring programs", "summary": "The Economic & Tourism Development Commission will hear from the Upper Shore Regional Council regarding CEDS and business mentoring. The body will also receive an update on the Chesapeake Country All-American Road and its signs.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2860,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2937,plainText=false)", "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "County Commissioners", "headline": "County to adopt FY2027 budget and tax rates", "summary": "The Kent County Commissioners will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including resolutions to establish the tax levy, income tax rate, and water and sewer service rates. The agenda also includes renewals for IT, emergency services, and fuel delivery contracts, along with the approval of a water treatment plant project.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2874,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2900,plainText=false)", "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "body": "General", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission to review Millington Growth Area Master Plan", "summary": "The Planning Commission will make a decision on a Mixed-Use Development District Master Plan for lands near US Route 301 and MD Route 291. The body will also hold general discussions regarding solar review processes and transportation priorities.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2842,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Local Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council", "headline": "Presentation on assisted outpatient treatment and updates on local addiction services", "summary": "The Kent County Local Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council will hear a presentation from the Maryland Department of Health on assisted outpatient treatment and receive updates from local health, law enforcement, and education partners. No votes or binding actions are scheduled; the meeting is largely informational.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2832,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Kent County Police Accountability Board (PAB)", "headline": "Board will vote on moving meetings to quarterly starting July 1, 2026", "summary": "The Kent County Police Accountability Board will consider a vote to change its meeting schedule to a quarterly basis beginning July 1, 2026. The agenda also includes a reminder of the PAB In Service training scheduled for June 25, 2026, from 9 am to 4 pm. Members will discuss the Attendance Officer and Administrative Specialist's participation in the PLECET conference in Dallas, Texas. Public comments and announcements will follow.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2805,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2930,plainText=false)", "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Kent County Administrative Charging Committee (ACC)", "headline": "Kent County Administrative Charging Committee meets June 3, 2026", "summary": "The committee will review minutes from May 6, 2026, and discuss an upcoming in-service event. The agenda includes a report on the Accountability Officer and Administrative Specialist's attendance at the PLECET conference in Dallas, Texas.", "agenda_url": "https://kentcountymd.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=2801,plainText=false)", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://kentcountymd.civicclerk.com/" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "County Commissioners", "headline": "Public hearing on FY2027 proposed county budget", "summary": "The County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2027 budget. They will also consider two alcoholic beverage license applications and a wastewater treatment plant equivalent dwelling unit transfer agreement. 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