Bel Air, Maryland

Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need

Board of Appeals

The Bel Air Board of Appeals will meet on July 21, 2026, to review a Special Exception request for a Beauty/Nail/Barber/Spa Salon at 729 North Hickory Avenue. The request, submitted by Vitality House, LLC, seeks to allow the business in the R-O (Residential Office) District. The previous Special Exception for this location expired on April 15, 2025.

• Review Special Exception for Beauty/Nail/Barber/Spa Salon at 729 North Hickory Avenue
• Approval of minutes from June 16, 2026
• Vitality House, LLC submitted the Special Exception request

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will consider several equipment purchases, including Axon body‑worn cameras and a Verkada Command system. It will also review service agreements such as the 221 North Tollgate Road sewer force main contract and the FY27‑FY29 Urban County Cooperative Agreement. Two planning‑commission resolutions will be presented for public comment.

• Resolution 1277-26: Bel Air Planning Commission Annual Report for 2025 (public comment)
• Resolution 1278-26: Adjust term limit of Jeffrey Stamm on the Planning Commission (public comment)
• Purchase of Axon body‑worn cameras (public comment)
• Purchase of Verkada Command with Command Connect (public comment)
• 221 North Tollgate Road sewer force main public works agreement (public comment)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board of Town Commissioners will review a tentative agenda for the upcoming July 20 Town Meeting. Discussion includes potential equipment purchases and a closed session regarding candidates for the vacant Town Administrator position.

• Purchase of Axon Body-Worn Cameras
• 221 North Tollgate Road Sewer Force Main Public Works Agreement
• Purchase of Refuse Truck with Rear Loader
• Purchase of F550 Flat Bed Truck with Plow and Accessories
• Potential appointments to the vacant Town Administrator position

Board of Town Commissioners

Los comisionados aprobarán la Carta de Designación de Main Street de Bel Air Downtown Alliance tras los comentarios del público. En una sesión cerrada, discutirán una posible adquisición de bienes raíces para un fin público y buscarán asesoría legal sobre dos casos de la corte de circuito del condado de Harford que involucran al pueblo.

• Aprobación de la Carta de Designación de Main Street de Bel Air Downtown Alliance (asuntos nuevos)
• Consideración de la adquisición de bienes raíces para un fin público (sesión cerrada)
• Consultar con asesor legal sobre el caso de la Corte de Circuito del Condado de Harford C-12-CV-26-000281 (Town of Bel Air vs. 121 South Bond Street LLC)
• Consultar con asesor legal sobre el caso de la Corte de Circuito del Condado de Harford C-12-CV-25-001030 (extensión del permiso de construcción de Hickory Flats)

Planning Commission

La comisión considerará un desarrollo especial, un plan de sitio y un plan de paisajismo para un Dunkin Donuts/Jimmy Johns en 204-208 Hays Street. También discutirán posibles cambios a los procedimientos de las sesiones de trabajo y la escalonación de los mandatos de los miembros de la comisión. Se aceptarán comentarios del público.

• Revisión del Desarrollo Especial, Plan de Sitio y Plan de Paisajismo para Dunkin Donuts/Jimmy Johns en 204 y 208 Hays Street, presentado por Bel Air Downtown QSR, LLC
• Discusión sobre la enmienda de los Poderes y Deberes de la Comisión de Planificación (Reglas de Procedimiento) con respecto a las sesiones de trabajo y tiempo de revisión adicional para proyectos de gran escala
• Discusión sobre la escalonación de los mandatos de los miembros de la Comisión de Planificación
• Aprobación de las actas del 4 de junio de 2026

Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need

El comité revisará actualizaciones sobre la subvención de AARP y la disponibilidad de AED en viviendas para personas mayores. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen discusiones sobre la expansión de la programación de McFaul y una comida de Acción de Gracias en Havre de Grace.

• Actualización de la subvención de AARP
• Revisión del estado de los AED en viviendas para personas mayores
• Revisión del Programa Help Your Neighbor
• Expansión de la programación de McFaul
• Comida de Acción de Gracias en Havre de Grace

Historic Preservation Commission

La Comisión revisará y potencialmente aprobará una solicitud para una nueva cerca en la Pyle House (329 Webster Street), una propiedad histórica. También aprobarán las actas de la reunión anterior y discutirán el America250 Find Our History Contest. No hay otras decisiones importantes programadas.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 28 de mayo de 2026
• HA-1807 — Pyle House en 329 Webster Street: solicitud de aprobación de una nueva cerca
• Discusión del America250 Find Our History Contest

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre cuatro temas: la Ordenanza 861-26 para prohibir los centros de datos en Bel Air, la Ordenanza 862-26 para enmendar las tarifas de servicio de alcantarillado, la Resolución 1273-26 para enmiendas al presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2026 y la Resolución 1274-26 para enmiendas al programa de tarifas. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen una servidumbre de recolección de basura para Park Manor Condominium, un contrato de concreto bituminoso (asfalto) y la ratificación de compras de laptops y protección de respaldo/correo electrónico.

• Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 861-26 que prohíbe los centros de datos en la ciudad
• Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 862-26 que enmienda las tarifas de servicio de alcantarillado (Capítulo 397)
• Audiencia pública sobre la Resolución 1273-26 para enmiendas al presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2026
• Audiencia pública sobre la Resolución 1274-26 para las enmiendas al Programa de Tarifas de la Ciudad
• Asuntos nuevos: Resolución 1275-26 escritura de servidumbre de recolección de basura de Park Manor Condominium

Cultural Arts Commission

La Comisión de Artes Culturales de Bel Air llevará a cabo su reunión pública mensual el 17 de junio de 2026. La agenda incluye asuntos administrativos como la aprobación de actas, revisión presupuestaria y discusión del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2027. La comisión también abordará asuntos pendientes sobre proyectos de arte público, incluyendo la escultura Atwood-Marketplace y el mantenimiento de Hearts of Harford, así como nuevas solicitudes de patrocinio y eventos.

• Aprobación de las actas del 20 de mayo de 2026
• Revisión del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2027
• Actualización de la escultura Atwood-Marketplace
• Actualización del mantenimiento de Hearts of Harford
• Actualización de la revisión de arte público/solicitud de patrocinio de 10 West Salon

Board of Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Bel Air llevará a cabo una reunión especial para considerar una solicitud de excepción especial para una instalación de vida asistida de 32 camas en 908-910 S. Main Street, presentada por Platinum Sprinkler, LLC. La excepción especial anterior para el mismo sitio expiró el 20 de abril de 2026. Los asuntos administrativos incluyen la aprobación de las actas y la elección de oficiales.

• Revisión de la solicitud de excepción especial para una instalación de vida asistida de 32 camas en 908-910 S. Main St por Platinum Sprinkler, LLC
• La excepción especial anterior fue aprobada el 20 de abril de 2023, expiró el 20 de abril de 2026
• Aprobación de las actas del 16 de septiembre de 2025
• Elección de oficiales
• Calificación de Syed 'Wagar' Shah como testigo experto en planificación de tierras

Economic Community Development Commission

La Economic Community Development Commission llevará a cabo su reunión regular el 11 de junio de 2026. La agenda incluye la discusión de la reubicación propuesta del Maryland District Court y la planificación para el evento de premios anuales, incluyendo la selección de un arquitecto para proyectos elegibles para Archer-Bull. La reunión incluirá una sesión cerrada para discutir a los nominados a los premios y las recomendaciones.

• Propuesta de reubicación del Maryland District Court (asuntos de orden anterior)
• Selección de un arquitecto para revisar proyectos elegibles para Archer-Bull (asuntos nuevos)
• Establecimiento de la fecha para el evento de premios anuales (asuntos nuevos)
• Sesión cerrada para revisar los proyectos elegibles para el Archer-Bull Award y los nominados al Business of the Year
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de mayo de 2026

Tree Committee

El Comité de Árboles de la Ciudad de Bel Air llevará a cabo una reunión de discusión el 10 de junio de 2026, en 705 E. Churchville Road. Los miembros continuarán revisando el plan de trabajo del Programa de Silvicultura Comunitaria 2026 y discutirán los proyectos de plantación de árboles propuestos que están programados desde el otoño de 2026 hasta el otoño de 2029. La agenda también incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 13 de mayo de 2026.

• Revisión y aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 13 de mayo de 2026
• Continuación de la revisión del plan de trabajo del Programa de Silvicultura Comunitaria 2026
• Discusión de los proyectos de plantación de árboles planificados para el otoño de 2026 hasta el otoño de 2029
• Ubicación de la reunión: Oficina de Planificación y Desarrollo Comunitario en 705 E. Churchville Road

Board of Town Commissioners

En esta sesión de trabajo, la Junta de Comisionados del Pueblo discutirá la compra de laptops Dell y software de ciberseguridad Barracuda, y revisará una agenda tentativa para la reunión municipal del 22 de junio que incluye audiencias públicas sobre la prohibición de centros de datos (Ordenanza 861-26), la enmienda de las tarifas de alcantarillado (Ordenanza 862-26), enmiendas al presupuesto del año fiscal 2026 y cambios en el programa de tarifas. La junta también entrará en sesión cerrada para discutir asesoría legal sobre dos casos judiciales pendientes y posibles nombramientos para la posición vacante de Administrador del Pueblo.

• Compra de computadoras Dell Pro Max 16 Laptop Computers
• Compra de Barracuda Backup and Email Protection
• Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 861-26 que prohíbe los centros de datos en Bel Air
• Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 862-26 que modifica la determinación de las tarifas de servicio de alcantarillado
• Sesión cerrada para discutir asesoría legal sobre dos casos de la corte de circuito y el nombramiento del Administrador del Pueblo

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Bel Air se reunirá el 4 de junio de 2026 para revisar un desarrollo especial, un plan de sitio y un plan de paisajismo para Harford Mall Fase VI, que propone tres edificios con un total de 69,524+/- pies cuadrados e infraestructura para convertir el centro comercial existente en un centro de uso mixto. La comisión también revisará la Ordenanza No. 861-26, que prohibiría los centros de datos en la ciudad. Además, la comisión aprobará las actas de su reunión del 2 de abril de 2026.

• Revisión de desarrollo especial, plan de sitio y plan de paisajismo para Harford Mall Fase VI: tres edificios con un total de 69,524+/- sf e infraestructura asociada para la conversión de uso mixto
• Revisión de la Ordenanza No. 861-26 que prohíbe los centros de datos
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 2 de abril de 2026

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y considerará tres asuntos fiscales: la Ordenanza 862-26 que modifica las tarifas del servicio de alcantarillado, la Resolución 1273-26 para enmiendas al presupuesto del año fiscal 2026, y la Resolución 1274-26 que actualiza el programa de tasas de la ciudad. La junta también votará sobre un paquete de accesorios para una camioneta de la división de investigación policial y un vehículo de patrulla. Se ha programado una sesión cerrada para discutir la vacante del puesto de Administrador de la Ciudad.

• Ordenanza 862-26 que modifica la determinación de la tarifa del servicio de alcantarillado (audiencia pública)
• Resolución 1273-26 - Enmiendas al Presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2026 (audiencia pública)
• Resolución 1274-26 - Enmiendas al Programa de Tasas de la Ciudad (audiencia pública)
• Paquete de accesorios para la camioneta de la Criminal Investigation Division y un vehículo de patrulla
• Sesión cerrada para discutir posibles nombramientos para el puesto vacante de Administrador de la Ciudad

The Board approved a 7.4% sewer rate increase, received budget amendments including a dividend bonus plan, and accepted a contract for police vehicle accessory packages. All items passed 5-0.

• Approved 7.4% sewer rate increase (effective July 25, 2026)
• Received budget amendments for FY 2026 (5-0)
• Received fee schedule amendments (5-0)
• Accepted police vehicle accessory package contract ($16,047.55) (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 12 and May 18 meetings (5-0)

Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need

El Comité de Personas Mayores y Ciudadanos con Necesidades considerará asuntos nuevos, incluyendo una presentación de Jenny Erhard de la Bel Air Downtown Alliance y una discusión sobre la falta de desfibriladores externos automáticos (AED) en las viviendas para personas mayores. Las actualizaciones de asuntos antiguos incluyen el presupuesto del condado y un memorando de la Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad, así como una actualización de la subvención de AARP. El comité también votará sobre las actas de la reunión anterior.

• Presentación de Jenny Erhard, Bel Air Downtown Alliance
• Discusión sobre viviendas para personas mayores que no cuentan con Desfibriladores Externos Automáticos (AED)
• Actualización del presupuesto del condado/memorando de la Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad
• Actualización de la subvención de AARP
• Comentarios de las partes interesadas del Comité de Desarrollo Económico y Comunitario

The Bel Air Committee for Seniors and Citizens in Need met on May 28, 2026, and approved the prior meeting's minutes unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates and discussions, including a presentation from the Bel Air Downtown Alliance on accessibility and events, a status update on an AARP grant, and a conversation about requiring AED training in senior housing. The next meeting is set for June 25, 2026.

• Approved April 23, 2026 minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

La Comisión de Preservación Histórica de Bel Air llevará a cabo su reunión regular el 28 de mayo de 2026. El tema principal es una solicitud de aprobación para renovaciones exteriores —revestimiento, puertas, pintura y escaleras traseras— para la antigua Bel Air Black (Colored) High School en 205 Hays Street. La comisión también aprobará las actas de abril y discutirá el alcance comunitario de America250 y un concurso de carteles.

• HA-1413: Solicitud de aprobación de renovación exterior para la Bel Air Black (Colored) High School en 205 Hays Street (revestimiento, puertas, pintura, escaleras traseras)
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 23 de abril de 2026
• Discusión sobre el alcance comunitario de America250
• Discusión sobre las entradas del concurso de carteles

The commission approved the HA-1413 application for exterior renovations at 205 Hays Street, requiring that the existing doors be retained and repaired. The motion was moved by Mainster-Hanna, seconded by Burdette, and passed unanimously. Approval of the April 23 meeting minutes was postponed due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved HA-1413 exterior renovation at 205 Hays Street; doors must be retained and repaired (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of April 23, 2026 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados del Pueblo de Bel Air discutirá varios temas durante la sesión de trabajo del 27 de mayo. Las acciones clave incluyen la enmienda del código municipal sobre las tarifas de servicio de alcantarillado, la aprobación de cambios en el presupuesto y el programa de tarifas para el año fiscal 2026, y la autorización de un paquete de vehículos para la División de Investigación Criminal. La reunión también incluye reconocimientos comunitarios para un concurso de ensayos y un concurso de pósteres de preservación histórica.

• Ordenanza 862-26 que enmienda el Capítulo 397 del Código Municipal, § 397-18A determinación de la tarifa de servicio de alcantarillado
• Resolución 1273-26 que propone enmiendas al presupuesto del año fiscal 2026
• Resolución 1274-26 que propone enmiendas al programa de tarifas municipales
• Paquete de accesorios para la camioneta y el vehículo de patrulla de la Criminal Investigation Division
• Certificados de Reconocimiento para los semifinalistas en el concurso de ensayos “If I Were Mayor”

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5‑0). They also agreed to reschedule the June work session from June 9 to June 8 at 5:15 pm. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Moved work session to June 8 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Cultural Arts Commission

La Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission llevará a cabo su reunión mensual para aprobar las actas de abril, revisar los presupuestos de marketing y arte público, y discutir asuntos pendientes que incluyen a los voluntarios de remoción de la America 250 Student Art Exhibit y un evento de historia viva. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen la selección de una escultura para el proyecto Atwood-Marketplace, la revisión de solicitudes de patrocinio de arte público de 10 West Salon y BAHS Little Free Art Gallery, y la consideración de una placa para la Plumtree Park Little Free Library. La comisión también recibirá actualizaciones sobre la Town of Bel Air, el A&E District y el Bel Air Farmers' Market.

• Aprobación de las actas del 15 de abril de 2026
• Revisión de presupuesto para marketing/patrocinio de eventos y arte público
• Voluntarios de remoción de la America 250 Student Art Exhibit y Living History Event
• Selección para la escultura de Atwood-Marketplace
• Revisión/Patrocinio de Arte Público — 10 West Salon y BAHS Little Free Art Gallery

The Cultural Arts Commission approved a $450 allocation for an October America 250 living history performance and authorized a $45 plaque for the Plumtree Park Little Free Library. The commission declined a $27,500 sponsorship request for a mural at 10 West Salon, providing design feedback instead. Members reviewed current marketing and public art budgets, leaving a combined balance of $2,175.23 for future community art projects.

• Approved April 15 meeting minutes (regular and closed sessions)
• Allocated $450 from FY27 budget for Colleen Webster’s America 250 performance
• Approved $45 quote for a new Plumtree Park Little Free Library plaque
• Declined $27,500 sponsorship request for a 10 West Salon mural
• Reviewed FY26 marketing and public art budgets, leaving $2,175.23 combined
• Discussed BAHS Little Free Art Gallery proposal; suggested redirecting student artwork to Armory Marketplace
• Scheduled volunteer appreciation dinner for June 17 at 5:30 p.m. using $519.69 in funds
• Noted FY27 town budget passage and summer concert series start date

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad de Bel Air llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto tentativo para el año fiscal 2027 y votará sobre el presupuesto final del año fiscal 2027, el cual establece los gastos y las tasas de impuestos de la ciudad. La junta también considerará la Ordenanza 861-26, que prohibiría los centros de datos en la ciudad y cambiaría las reglas locales de uso de suelo. Los artículos adicionales incluyen contratos para reparaciones de calles y el techo de un edificio recreativo, y el nombramiento de Rachel Deaner como directora de finanzas. La reunión concluirá con una sesión para discutir litigios pendientes y un asunto de personal.

• Audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto tentativo del año fiscal 2027 (Resolución 1268-26)
• Aprobación final del presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 (Resolución 1271-26)
• Ordenanza 861-26 para prohibir los centros de datos en Bel Air
• Contratos para reparaciones de aceras y reemplazo del techo del edificio recreativo
• Nombramiento de Rachel Deaner como Directora de Finanzas

The Board approved the meeting agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously. Commissioners then voted 5‑0 to receive Ordinance 861-26, which bans data centers within Bel Air town limits, and scheduled a public hearing on the ordinance for June 22, 2026.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved minutes from April‑May 2026 meetings (5‑0)
• Received Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting data centers (5‑0)

Economic Community Development Commission

La Economic and Community Development Commission celebrará su reunión regular para discutir la reubicación propuesta del Maryland District Court y recibir un informe sobre la legislación DRRA. El orden del día también incluye una presentación del Maryland Department of Commerce e informes de los departamentos municipales y las organizaciones colaboradoras.

• Presentación por el Maryland Department of Commerce — Tim Murphy
• Reubicación propuesta del Maryland District Court (asuntos pendientes)
• Informe sobre la legislación DRRA (asuntos pendientes)
• Informes de Harford County Office of Economic Development y Bel Air Downtown Alliance

The Economic and Community Development Commission met and heard presentations from the Maryland Department of Commerce and received town updates on business openings/closings, Harford Mall redevelopment, and the town's opposition to court relocation. No substantive decisions were made; the commission approved April 2026 meeting minutes and adjourned.

• Approved April 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Tree Committee

El texto proporcionado es una nota de cobertura de procedimiento del Subdirector de Planificación y Desarrollo Comunitario. Contiene únicamente información de contacto e instrucciones de programación para la reunión del 13 de mayo de 2026. No se enumeran temas sustantivos, decisiones o audiencias públicas en el documento suministrado. Los residentes deben consultar la agenda oficial de la reunión para conocer los temas de discusión reales.

The Tree Committee approved the March 2026 minutes after a minor correction. The committee discussed tree planting projects at Rockfield Park and reviewed the Tree City USA plan, with staff tasked with providing further information.

• Approved March 11, 2026 minutes with a correction
• Directed staff to contact vendors for Rockfield Park planting project
• Staff to email committee members with vendor responses for a future vote
• Staff to update Tree City USA Community Forestry Program by year-end
• Commissioner Etting to coordinate with other commissioners regarding tree planting
• Meeting adjourned at 5:20 p.m.

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad de Bel Air lleva a cabo una sesión de trabajo presupuestaria para continuar con la revisión detallada de los gastos del fondo general, fondos de empresas y fondo de ingresos especiales para el año fiscal 2027. También finalizan la agenda tentativa para la reunión municipal del 18 de mayo, que incluye una audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto tentativo, una propuesta de ordenanza que prohíbe los centros de datos, y varias resoluciones y contratos.

• Resolución 1268-26: Audiencia pública sobre el Presupuesto Tentativo del Año Fiscal 2027
• Ordenanza 861-26: Prohibición de centros de datos en la Ciudad de Bel Air
• Resolución 1271-26: Presupuesto Final del Año Fiscal 2027
• Resolución 1272-26: Nombramiento de Rachel Deaner como Directora de Finanzas
• Contratos: Eliminación de peligros de tropiezo en aceras, reasfaltado de calles con concreto bituminoso, reemplazo del techo del edificio de recreación

The Board of Town Commissioners held a budget work session to review several pending contracts and fiscal updates. Discussions included proposed street resurfacing, sidewalk hazard removal, and a potential 10% increase in sewer service charges.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Discussed Ordinance 861-26 regarding data center prohibitions
• Reviewed $44,225 contract for Homestead Village sidewalk trip hazard removal
• Reviewed $559,000 street resurfacing contract with Barnes Paving
• Discussed $85,873 roof replacement contract for the recreation center
• Discussed proposed 10% increase to sewer service charges

Appearance and Beautification Committee

El Comité de Apariencia y Embellecimiento llevará a cabo una reunión regular el 11 de mayo de 2026, en el Bel Air Town Hall. La agenda consiste únicamente en informes de los miembros del comité sobre temas tales como premios, decoraciones de Navidad, limpieza, paisajismo y el Bel Air Garden Mart. No se enumeran asuntos nuevos ni antiguos, lo que hace que la reunión sea puramente de procedimiento y centrada en actualizaciones.

• Informes de la Presidenta Elaine Millard, la Vicepresidenta Peg Lucas y otros miembros del comité
• Actualización de premios por Kristy Sudbrink
• Informe de Decoraciones de Navidad por Sue Niewenhous
• Informe de Paisajismo por Jennifer Dombeck
• Actualización del Bel Air Garden Mart por Elaine Millard

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo presupuestario centrada en el presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2027. La agenda incluye presentaciones de Rockfield Foundation, Boys & Girls Club y The Historical Society of Harford County, seguidas de una revisión detallada de los gastos del Fondo General para Bel Air Armory, Town Buildings/Hydrant Rental, Public Works Department y Appearance & Beautification Committee. Los comisionados discutirán asuntos presupuestarios.

• Presentaciones: Rockfield Foundation, Boys & Girls Club, The Historical Society of Harford County
• Revisión detallada de los gastos del Fondo General para Bel Air Armory
• Revisión detallada de los gastos de Town Buildings/Hydrant Rental
• Revisión detallada de los gastos de Public Works Department
• Discusión de asuntos presupuestarios por parte de los comisionados

The Board approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5-0). After discussion, the board agreed to move the extra $1,000 requested for Boys & Girls Club signage back into the General Fund. No other formal votes or approvals were recorded in this work session.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Board agreed to return $1,000 to General Fund

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y considerará la adopción de dos ordenanzas: una para enmendar la zonificación para permitir pollos/gallinas en distritos residenciales y actualizar las regulaciones de animales, y otra para revisar el propósito y la membresía de la Comisión de Artes Culturales. Bajo asuntos nuevos, la junta considerará una resolución que se opone a la reubicación del Tribunal de Distrito, aprobará un contrato para una escultura en Atwood/Marketplace Drive, aceptará la auditoría del Año Fiscal 2025 y adjudicará un contrato de servicio de remoción de árboles. Se han programado periodos de comentarios públicos para cada tema de asuntos nuevos.

• Audiencia pública y votación sobre la Ordenanza 859-26 con respecto a pollos/gallinas en distritos residenciales
• Audiencia pública y votación sobre la Ordenanza 860-26 que modifica la Comisión de Artes Culturales
• Resolución 1270-26 que se opone a la reubicación del Tribunal de Distrito
• Contrato para escultura en Atwood / Marketplace Drive
• Contrato de servicio de remoción de árboles

The board unanimously approved two ordinances: one reducing the minimum lot size for raising chickens from 10,000 to 5,000 sq ft (Ordinance 859-26), and another updating the Cultural Arts Commission code (Ordinance 860-26). They also adopted Resolution 1270-26 opposing the relocation of the District Court from downtown Bel Air, and approved a $30,000 contract for a sculpture at Atwood Road and Marketplace Drive, all by 5-0 votes. Public hearings were opened and closed with no comment.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 14, 20, and 23, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 859-26 reducing minimum chicken lot size from 10,000 to 5,000 sq ft on single-family lots (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 860-26 updating Cultural Arts Commission code (quorum, facility language, meeting notice) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 1270-26 opposing relocation of District Court from downtown Bel Air to Marketplace Drive (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 contract with Pontus Willfors for a sculpture at Atwood Road and Marketplace Drive, funded by public amenity funds (5-0)

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo presupuestaria para discutir el presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2027. Las presentaciones están programadas de parte de Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company, Boys & Girls Club y LASOS. Los comisionados también realizarán una revisión detallada de los gastos del Fondo General, incluyendo el Departamento de Policía y el programa de cámaras de semáforos. No se esperan votaciones ni decisiones finales; esta es una sesión de discusión.

• Presentación de Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company con respecto al presupuesto del FY2027
• Presentación de Boys & Girls Club con respecto al presupuesto del FY2027
• Presentación de LASOS con respecto al presupuesto del FY2027
• Revisión detallada de los gastos del Departamento de Policía y de las cámaras de semáforos
• Discusión de los comisionados sobre asuntos presupuestarios generales

The Board of Town Commissioners met for a budget work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. Presentations were given by the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company, LASOS, and the Police Department. No votes were taken on budget items; the only formal action was approval of the agenda (5-0). The meeting was adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad de Bel Air llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo presupuestaria para revisar el presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2027, incluyendo presentaciones del Comité de Recreación y de la Harford County Education Foundation, así como una revisión detallada de los gastos del fondo general. La reunión también incluye actualizaciones sobre las próximas audiencias públicas para ordenanzas que afectan la cría de aves de corral y la Cultural Arts Commission, además de asuntos de nueva gestión como una ordenanza de prohibición de centros de datos, una resolución que se opone a la reubicación del tribunal de distrito y varios contratos. La sesión cerrada abordará asuntos legales relacionados con un caso judicial pendiente y una solicitud de un grupo de trabajo sobre estacionamientos.

• Ordenanza 861-26 Prohibiendo Centros de Datos en la Ciudad de Bel Air
• Resolución 1270-26 Oponiéndose a la Reubicación del Tribunal de Distrito
• Contrato para Escultura en Atwood / Marketplace Drive
• Aceptación de la Auditoría del Año Fiscal 2025
• Contrato de Servicio de Remoción de Árboles

The Board approved the meeting agenda with a 5‑0 vote. Commissioners discussed proposed ordinances on chicken ownership, cultural arts commission rules, and a data‑center prohibition, but no votes were recorded. They also reviewed a $30,000 sculpture contract, the FY 2025 audit, and a tree‑service contract, without formal adoption. No other actions were decided at this work session.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo sobre el presupuesto. Considerarán la Resolución 1269-26 para nombrar a un administrador interino de la ciudad. La junta también revisará los gastos del Fondo General en áreas como tecnología, recursos humanos, relaciones públicas y costos administrativos/legales. Se ha programado una sesión cerrada para discutir posibles nombramientos para el puesto vacante de administrador de la ciudad.

• Resolución 1269-26 para nombrar a un administrador interino de la ciudad
• Presentación por parte de la Army Alliance
• Presentación por parte del Bel Air Independence Day Committee
• Revisión detallada de los gastos del Fondo General (Tecnología, Recursos Humanos, Relaciones Públicas, Administrador/Legal/Comisionados)
• Sesión cerrada para discutir posibles nombramientos para el puesto vacante de administrador de la ciudad

The Board of Town Commissioners approved Resolution 1269-26 appointing Michael L. Krantz as Interim Town Administrator effective April 23, 2026, by a 5-0 vote. The board then conducted a detailed review of proposed FY26 budget items including technology, human resources, and legal costs, but took no formal votes on expenditures. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss potential permanent appointments to the Town Administrator position.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 1269-26 appointing Michael L. Krantz as Interim Town Administrator (5-0)
• Moved into closed session to discuss potential appointments to Town Administrator position (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

La Comisión de Preservación Histórica de Bel Air llevará a cabo una reunión regular para discutir asuntos administrativos y nuevos negocios. El tema principal es una solicitud de aprobación para un reemplazo de techo y un crédito fiscal para la Thomas-Sauers House en 124 W. Gordon Street. La comisión también considerará ideas de alcance comunitario para America250 y entradas para un concurso de pósteres.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 22 de enero de 2026
• HA-1792 — Thomas-Sauers House en 124 W. Gordon Street: solicitud de reemplazo de techo y crédito fiscal
• Ideas de alcance comunitario para America250
• Entradas para el concurso de pósteres

The commission voted to approve the certificate of approval for the roof replacement at 124 West Gordon Street. It also approved a 10% historic preservation tax credit for the project, based on an estimated cost of $13,239.54. The minutes from the January 22, 2026 meeting were approved with amendments.

• Approved certificate of approval for roof replacement at 124 West Gordon St (unanimous)
• Approved 10% tax credit for 124 West Gordon St restoration, estimated cost $13,239.54 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Jan 22, 2026 meeting with amendments (unanimous)

Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need

El Comité para Personas Mayores y Ciudadanos con Necesidades se reunirá para votar sobre una carta que aboga por un mejor financiamiento de la red de seguridad social. Otros asuntos incluyen actualizaciones de ECDC y la programación de una futura comparecencia de Jenny Erhard de BADA. La agenda es mayormente de carácter procesal con un artículo sustantivo de asuntos pendientes.

• Votación sobre la carta de defensa para un mejor financiamiento de la red de seguridad social
• Actualización de ECDC sobre asuntos de partes interesadas
• Asunto pendiente: Jenny Erhard (BADA) asistirá a la reunión de mayo

The Committee for Seniors and Citizens in Need approved the March 26, 2026, meeting minutes and discussed the Harford County budget, pending business, and community updates. No substantive decisions were made regarding new policies or funding.

• Approved March 26, 2026, meeting minutes
• Discussed Harford County budget and funding for seniors
• Discussed potential partnership with Bel Air Downtown Alliance
• Discussed upcoming Town clean-up day
• Discussed caregiver programs offered by the Office of Aging
• Discussed need for Automated External Defibrillators in senior housing

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre la Ordenanza 858-26, que añadiría disposiciones de Acuerdo de Derechos y Responsabilidades de Desarrollo al código de zonificación, y sobre la Resolución 1265-26, el presupuesto propuesto por el Administrador de la Ciudad para el Año Fiscal 2027. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen resoluciones para participar en un acuerdo de demanda nacional de opioides y para adoptar un presupuesto tentativo del año fiscal 2027, así como contratos para pintura, camiones de basura, un camión manipulador de contenedores y un remolque de vigilancia de seguridad Verkada. La reunión también incluye presentaciones que reconocen el aniversario de las Girl Scouts, a los socorristas y un evento de Veterans March for America 250.

• Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 858-26 que enmienda la zonificación para añadir la sección de Acuerdo de Derechos y Responsabilidades de Desarrollo (DRRA)
• Audiencia pública sobre la Resolución 1265-26 para el Presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2027 del Administrador de la Ciudad
• Resolución 1267-26 que autoriza la participación en el acuerdo de demanda nacional de opioides para Six Remnant Defendants
• Resolución 1268-26 que adopta el Presupuesto tentativo del Año Fiscal 2027
• Compra de camiones y contenedores de basura, un camión manipulador de contenedores y un remolque de vigilancia de seguridad Verkada

The Board approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes 5–0. Presentations honored Girl Scouts, first responders who located a missing juvenile, and upcoming veterans parade plans. Public hearings were held for Ordinance 858-26 (DRRA zoning provisions) and Resolution 1265-26 (FY2027 budget). Commissioner Chizmar moved to approve the DRRA ordinance, but the provided text ends before recording the final vote or budget action.

• Approved agenda (5–0)
• Approved minutes for March 23, March 31, and April 6 (5–0)
• Issued Girl Scouts 114th anniversary proclamation
• Recognized first responders for locating missing juvenile
• Opened public hearing on DRRA ordinance (Ordinance 858-26)
• Opened and closed public hearing on FY2027 budget (Resolution 1265-26)
• Moved to approve DRRA ordinance; final vote not recorded in provided text

Cultural Arts Commission

La Comisión de Artes Culturales de Bel Air considerará asuntos administrativos de rutina, tales como la aprobación de las actas de marzo y la revisión de presupuestos para marketing y arte público. Los asuntos pendientes incluyen resúmenes de eventos pasados y actualizaciones sobre la exhibición de arte estudiantil America 250 y el mantenimiento de Hearts of Harford. Los asuntos nuevos involucran una RFP para propuestas de artistas para la escultura Atwood-Marketplace, la cual será discutida en sesión cerrada para proteger la confidencialidad del proceso de selección.

• Sesión cerrada bajo la Ley de Reuniones Abiertas de Maryland para discutir la selección de las propuestas de artistas de la RFP para la escultura Atwood-Marketplace
• Propuestas de artistas de la RFP para la escultura Atwood-Marketplace como asunto nuevo
• Revisión de presupuesto para Marketing/Event Sponsorship y Public Art
• Actualización sobre el mantenimiento de Hearts of Harford para el proyecto de Public Art del FY26
• Exhibición de arte estudiantil America 250 – reclutamiento de voluntarios

The Cultural Arts Commission approved the minutes and accepted the budget report showing a total balance of $1,933.04. Members recapped recent events, discussed public art projects, and moved into closed session to consider artist submissions for the Atwood-Marketplace sculpture. No substantive policy decisions were made; proceedings were largely administrative.

• Approved March 18, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted budget report with $1,933.04 total balance (unanimous)
• Moved to closed session to discuss RFP artist submissions for Atwood-Marketplace sculpture (unanimous)
• Reopened meeting at 5:40 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 5:40 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Town Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad de Bel Air llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo presupuestaria centrada en el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027, que incluye revisiones de los ingresos del fondo general, mejoras de capital y solicitudes de departamentos. También se prepararán para la reunión municipal del 20 de abril, que contará con audiencias públicas sobre la Ordenanza 858-26 (que añade Acuerdos de Derechos y Responsabilidades de Desarrollo al código de zonificación) y la Resolución 1265-26 (el presupuesto del Administrador de la Ciudad). Los temas de asuntos nuevos para esa reunión incluyen la autorización de un acuerdo por litigio de opioides, la compra de camiones de basura y la compra de un remolque de vigilancia de seguridad Verkada. La reunión concluirá con una sesión cerrada para discutir litigios pendientes (Harford County vs. Town of Bel Air) y un asunto de personal.

• Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenancia 858-26 que enmienda la zonificación para añadir el Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement (DRRA)
• Resolución 1265-26 – Presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 del Administrador de la Ciudad
• Resolución 1267-26 – Autorización de acuerdo por litigio de opioides con seis fabricantes
• Compra de camiones de basura y un Verkada Safety Surveillance Trailer
• Sesión cerrada para asesoría legal sobre litigios pendientes (Caso C-12-CV-25-001030) y un asunto de personal

The Board of Town Commissioners held a budget work session with no formal votes on substantive items. Discussions covered the proposed Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement (DRRA) for the Harford Mall area, the tentative FY2027 budget, and several contracts including refuse trucks and a surveillance trailer. The only action taken was approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Appearance and Beautification Committee

Esta es una agenda procedimental para la reunión del Comité de Apariencia y Mejoramiento el 13 de abril de 2026. La reunión incluye informes de los oficiales y miembros del comité sobre actividades en curso, como premios, decoraciones de Navidad, paisajismo y limpieza. No se enumeran artículos específicos de negocios antiguos o nuevos para su discusión o decisión.

• La reunión incluye informes del Presidente, Vicepresidente, Tesorero y otros roles del comité
• Temas cubiertos: premios, decoraciones de Navidad, limpieza, paisajismo, Garden Mart, Downtown Alliance

Economic Community Development Commission

La Comisión de Desarrollo de la Comunidad Económica llevará a cabo su reunión regular el 9 de abril de 2026. Los puntos incluyen la discusión sobre la propuesta de reubicación del Tribunal de Distrito de Maryland y la planificación para el evento America 250. La comisión también considerará los premios anuales de 2026 y escuchará actualizaciones de los departamentos municipales y organizaciones asociadas.

• Discusión sobre la propuesta de reubicación del Tribunal de Distrito de Maryland
• Planificación del evento America 250
• Premios Anuales 2026 (asuntos nuevos)
• Actualizaciones municipales de los departamentos de Desarrollo Económico y Planificación
• Bienvenida de la nueva miembro Lisa Webb

The commission agreed to draft a letter of opposition to the proposed Maryland District Court relocation. Members also discussed supporting Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreements (DRRAs) and reviewed local business openings and closings.

• Approved February 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes
• Agreed to draft letter of opposition to Maryland District Court relocation
• Agreed to draft letter supporting Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreements (DRRAs)

Tree Committee

El Comité de Árboles de Bel Air discutirá y planificará la celebración del Arbor Day el 11 de abril y los proyectos de plantación de árboles de 2026 en Rockfield Park, incluyendo el America 250 Liberty Elm. Los miembros también revisarán el plan Tree City USA para las actualizaciones necesarias y esbozarán las iniciativas de primavera y verano antes del receso de verano.

• Celebración del Arbor Day en el Bel Air Farmers Market el 11 de abril de 2026
• Proyectos de plantación de árboles de 2026 en Rockfield Park, incluyendo el America 250 Liberty Elm
• Discusión sobre los árboles 'Green Giant' de Rockfield Manor
• Revisión y actualización del plan Tree City USA de la presentación de 2025
• Planificación de los próximos proyectos e iniciativas de primavera y verano

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on Resolution 1263-26 to amend the tax‑sale fee schedule. It will continue unfinished business on several code amendments affecting signs, zoning districts, development standards, and enforcement procedures. New business includes ordinances on backyard chickens, the Cultural Arts Commission, an Armory Marketplace fee schedule amendment, the FY 2027 budget, and appointments to planning and economic development commissions, plus contracts for park improvements and a parking‑citation system.

• Resolution 1265-26 – Town Administrator’s FY 2027 budget
• Resolution 1264-26 – Armory Marketplace fee schedule amendment
• Ordinance 859-26 – Amendments for chickens/hens
• Ordinance 860-26 – Amendment to Cultural Arts Commission provisions
• Alice Anne Park Improvements Contract

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners unanimously approved the FY27 town administrator budget and several resolutions amending fee schedules. It also received and approved six ordinance amendments covering signs, zoning use tables, performance standards, administrative enforcement, chickens, and the Cultural Arts Commission. All votes were 5–0 in favor.

• Approved Resolution 1263-26 fee schedule amendments (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 854-26 amending sign regulations (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 855-26 amending permitted use tables (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 856-26 amending performance standards (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 857-26 amending administrative enforcement (5‑0)
• Received Ordinance 859-26 allowing chickens in resident districts (5‑0)
• Received Ordinance 860-26 updating Cultural Arts Commission quorum rules (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 1265-26 FY27 budget receipt (5‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several proposed ordinances amending the town code. These items cover sign regulations, cannabis business locations, fencing restrictions, and rules for residential chickens.

• Ordinance 854: Clarifying freestanding sign locations in shopping and mixed-use centers
• Ordinance 855: Correcting cannabis business locations in permitted use tables
• Ordinance 856: Expanding the prohibition of jersey barriers and barbed wire to all districts
• Ordinance 857: Establishing a recommendation process for Liquor Board setback waivers near schools or houses of worship
• Ordinance 859-26: Updating permitting, lot size, and setback requirements for residential hens

The Planning Commission voted to approve five ordinances: Ordinance 854 clarifying freestanding sign rules, Ordinance 855 updating cannabis business placement in the permitted‑use tables, Ordinance 856 expanding jersey‑barrier prohibitions and allowing certain setbacks waivers, Ordinance 857 establishing a recommendation process for liquor‑setback waivers, and Ordinance 858 adding a Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement provision. Each motion was seconded and carried with all members voting in favor and no public comments recorded.

• Approved Ordinance 854 (sign regulations) – all in favor, motion carried
• Approved Ordinance 855 (cannabis zoning table corrections) – all in favor, motion carried
• Approved Ordinance 856 (jersey barrier prohibition and setback waivers) – all in favor, motion carried
• Approved Ordinance 857 (liquor‑setback waiver recommendation process) – all in favor, motion carried
• Approved Ordinance 858 (DRRA provision in zoning code) – all in favor, motion carried

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board will review the Town Administrator’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget and several code amendments. Items include a public hearing on Resolution 1263-26 fee schedule amendments for tax sales and multiple ordinances updating the comprehensive plan, zoning districts, sign regulations, and development standards. New business features ordinances on chicken/hen regulations and the Cultural Arts Commission, fee schedule changes for the Armory Marketplace, and contracts for Alice Anne Park improvements and a parking enforcement citation system. Appointments to the Planning Director, Economic and Community Development Commission, and Planning Commission are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 1265-26 – Town Administrator’s Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
• Ordinance 859-26 – Amendment on chickens/hens regulations
• Ordinance 860-26 – Amendment to Town Code Chapter 10, Article VII Cultural Arts Commission
• Resolution 1264-26 – Amendment to Armory Marketplace Fee Schedule
• Alice Anne Park Improvements Contract

The Board of Town Commissioners approved the work session agenda with a 5‑0 vote. No other motions, ordinances, or contracts were formally adopted or rejected during this meeting.

• Agenda approval (5‑0)

Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need

The committee will review updates on an AARP grant and the Blue Zones Wellness Program. Members will discuss the 'Help Your Neighbor' emergency program and senior crisis response. The meeting includes input on the FY 2027 County Budget.

• AARP Grant update
• FY 2027 County Budget public input
• Help Your Neighbor Emergency Program
• Senior Crisis Response & Fraud Prevention
• Blue Zones Wellness Program & Senior University

The committee approved the minutes from the February 26, 2026 meeting. Members agreed to endorse Ms. Winkowski’s effort for greater social safety net funding. The meeting was adjourned and the next meeting is set for April 23, 2026.

• Approved February 26, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Endorsed Ms. Winkowski’s push for greater social safety net funding (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will meet in a work session on March 23, 2026. The agenda includes a closed‑session portion where the Board will consult counsel for legal advice on third‑party contracts and consultant services. The Board will also consult counsel about pending litigation in Harford Circuit Court case C‑12‑CV‑25‑001030. The closed session is justified to protect confidential information and attorney‑client privilege.

• Consult counsel for legal advice on third‑party contracts and consultant services (closed session)
• Consult counsel regarding pending litigation in Harford Circuit Court case C‑12‑CV‑25‑001030 (closed session)

The Board of Commissioners approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5‑0). It then voted to move the meeting into closed session, also unanimously (5‑0), to discuss confidential legal matters. The meeting was subsequently adjourned with all members in favor. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Moved meeting to closed session (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission will meet on March 18, 2026 to approve the February 18 minutes and review its budget. Members will receive updates on the Spring Student Art Exhibit, the Ain’t Misbehavin’ Big Band concert, and the America 250 Living History Event. The main discussion will focus on FY26 public art projects, specifically the Atwood Road/Marketplace Drive sculpture and maintenance of the Hearts of Harford artwork. New business includes volunteer line‑dancing activities and town‑wide updates.

• Approval of February 18, 2026 meeting minutes
• Budget review covering marketing/event sponsorship and public art
• Update on the Spring Student Art Exhibit at Bel Air Library
• FY26 public art project discussion: Atwood Road/Marketplace Drive sculpture update and Hearts of Harford maintenance
• New business: Disco Sistas/Brothas line‑dancing volunteer program

The Cultural Arts Commission voted to approve the sculptural sign for the Standard on Bond mixed‑use project, satisfying the art‑amenity requirement. The commission also approved the February 18, 2026 meeting minutes, authorized purchase of name tags for two new members ($42.50), and approved a $250 stipend and a $250 donation for repainting heart sculptures. All motions carried with unanimous or majority support.

• Approved Standard on Bond sculptural sign (motion carried)
• Approved February 18, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of name tags for Marisa Canino and Annie Kovach ($42.50) (motion carried)
• Approved $250 stipend for heart repainting and $250 donation to art honor society (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:00 p.m. (motion carried)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board will conduct public hearings on six ordinances regarding elections, personnel, signs, and zoning regulations. The meeting includes discussions on a new Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement and tax sale fee amendments. Commissioners will also meet in a closed session to discuss appointments for the Director of Planning and Zoning and the Financial Director.

• Public hearings for Ordinances 852-26 through 857-26 covering elections, personnel, signs, and zoning
• Ordinance 858-26 to add a Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement (DRRA) to zoning code
• Resolution 1263-26 regarding Tax Sale Fee Schedule amendments
• Discussion of a mowing contract
• Closed session regarding Director of Planning and Zoning and Financial Director appointments

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 23 and March 2. It then approved Ordinance 852-26 amending the town code election chapter by a 5‑0 vote. Ordinance 853-26, which expands Board oversight of deputy director hiring, passed with four Ayes and one Nay. Four other development‑related ordinances (854‑26 through 857‑26) were laid on the table by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved minutes for Feb 23 and Mar 2 (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 852-26 (elections) (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 853-26 (personnel oversight) (4‑1)
• Laid Ordinances 854-26, 855-26, 856-26, 857-26 on the table (5‑0)
• Presented Ordinance 858-26 (development rights agreement); no vote recorded

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners meeting scheduled for March 16, 2026, has been cancelled due to a severe weather forecast. The agenda included public hearings for several ordinances and new business items.

• Meeting cancelled due to severe weather forecast
• Public hearings for Ordinance 852-26 (Elections)
• Public hearings for Ordinance 854-26 (Sign Regulations)
• Public hearings for Ordinance 855-26 (Zoning Districts)
• Public hearings for Ordinance 856-26 (Performance Standards)

Economic Community Development Commission

The Economic and Community Development Commission will meet to receive updates from town and county economic and planning departments. The body will discuss the proposed relocation of the Maryland District Court and the America 250 event.

• Proposed relocation of Maryland District Court
• America 250 event
• Updates from Economic Development and Planning Departments
• Updates from Harford County Office of Economic Development and Bel Air Downtown Alliance

Because a quorum was not present, the commission did not vote on any agenda items. Approval of the previous meeting's minutes was moved to the next meeting. The commission discussed the proposed Maryland District Court relocation and the America 250 mobile museum, but no formal decisions were made.

• Approval of meeting minutes postponed to next meeting (no vote)
• Commission adjourned without quorum (no further actions taken)

Tree Committee

The Bel Air Tree Committee will review and approve the February 11, 2026 minutes. Members will discuss logistics for the Arbor Day celebration tied to the Bel Air Farmers Market opening on April 11, 2026. The committee will consider the maintenance and pruning of Majors Oak by A&A Tree Experts and the planting of 14 trees in Rockfield Park, for which RFQs have been sent to three vendors. An open discussion will allow planning of additional spring and summer projects.

• Review and approval of February 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Arbor Day Celebration logistics for Bel Air Farmers Market Opening Day (April 11, 2026)
• Majors Oak maintenance and inspection – notice to proceed for pruning by A&A Tree Experts
• 2026 Tree Planting Projects – Rockfield Park planting of 14 trees (RFQs to Brys Landscaping, Ivy Hill Land Service, Krohs Nursery)
• Open discussion to plan spring and summer tree projects and initiatives

The committee corrected a typo in the February 11, 2026 minutes and approved the revised minutes with all members in favor. After discussion of Arbor Day, tree maintenance, and upcoming planting projects, the meeting was formally adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved corrected February 11, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting (all in favor)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will review the tentative agenda for the March 16 town meeting, which includes several ordinance amendments on elections, personnel, signs, zoning, and development standards. New business items include the DRRA legislation, a resolution to amend the tax‑sale fee schedule, a contract for equipment at Alice Anne Park fitness station, and a mowing contract. The meeting also contains a closed‑session portion to discuss appointments to town boards, commissions, committees, and the Director of Planning and Zoning position.

• Ordinance 858-26 Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement (DRRA) legislation
• Resolution 1263-26 Fee Schedule Amendments regarding Tax Sale
• Alice Anne Park Fitness Station Equipment Contract
• Mowing Contract
• Ordinance 852-26 Amending Bel Air Town Code Chapter 37 Elections

The Board of Commissioners voted to approve the work‑session agenda with all five members voting aye and none voting nay. No other motions were voted on; the board only discussed several ordinances, a development‑rights agreement, fee‑schedule changes, and contracts for the park and mowing services without reaching a final vote.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)

Appearance and Beautification Committee

The Appearance & Beautification Committee meeting on March 9, 2026 will consist of reports from the chairman, vice‑chairman, treasurer and various sub‑committees. Items include awards, Christmas decorations, community clean‑up, landscaping, the Bel Air Garden Mart and updates from the Downtown Alliance. No old or new business items are listed.

• Awards report
• Christmas decorations report
• Clean‑up report
• Landscaping report
• Bel Air Garden Mart report

The Appearance and Beautification Committee approved the minutes from the February 9 meeting. Treasurer Kristy Sudbrink reported $26,589.87 remaining in the 2025 budget and presented a $41,265 proposal for the 2026‑2027 budget with no increase requested. Other items such as Christmas bows, a clean‑up follow‑up, and the Belle Aire Market opening were discussed but no actions were decided.

• Approved February 9 minutes

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board of Town Commissioners will hold a closed session to interview a candidate for the Director of Planning and Zoning position. The meeting is scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Bel Air Town Hall.

• Closed session to interview Planning and Zoning Director candidate
• Meeting held under Maryland Open Meetings Act § 3-305(b)(1)
• Discussion of candidate qualifications and background
• Bel Air Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Ave.
• Friday, March 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda (5‑0). It then moved the meeting into closed session, also unanimously (5‑0), to interview candidates for the Director of Planning and Zoning position. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 3:02 pm.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Moved meeting to closed session (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Bel Air Planning Commission will approve the February 5, 2026 minutes and then review three new business items. Commissioners will consider a special development for a shopping center at 540, 550, and 560 W. MacPhail Road that includes waivers to landscape buffers and setbacks. They will also review a site plan for a 2,725‑sf credit union drive‑thru at 600 Belair Road and a preliminary subdivision plan adding a lot for Harford Mall Phase III/IV at the same address.

• Special development for a shopping center at 540‑560 W. MacPhail Road with waivers to landscape buffers and setbacks (submitted by MacPhail Crossing, LLC).
• Site plan and landscape plan for Phase V credit union drive‑thru (2,725 sf) at 600 Belair Road (Baltimore Pike) (submitted by Point Breeze Credit Union).
• Preliminary subdivision plan for an additional lot for Harford Mall Phase III/IV at 600 Belair Road (Baltimore Pike) (submitted by Bel Air Marketplace, LLC).

The commission voted to approve the special development use of the 540‑560 W. MacPhail Road site as a shopping center, granting waivers for interior landscape buffers, internal property‑line setbacks, and building line crossings. The site plan was approved with conditions requiring minor drafting changes, removal of three parking spaces near the Harbor Freight loading dock for pedestrian access, and repainting of four crosswalks. The landscape plan was also approved with additional conditions.

• Approved special development use for shopping center (motion carried)
• Granted waivers for interior landscape buffers, internal setbacks, and building line crossings (included in approval)
• Approved site plan conditioned on drafting corrections, striking three parking spaces, and repainting crosswalks (motion carried)
• Approved landscape plan with stipulated conditions (motion carried)
• Approved February 5, 2026 meeting minutes as amended (motion carried)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will hold a closed‑session discussion to interview candidates and consider a potential appointment for the Director of Planning and Zoning. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Interview candidates and discuss potential appointment for Director of Planning and Zoning (closed session)

The Board of Commissioners approved the meeting agenda with a 5‑0 vote. They then voted 5‑0 to place the remainder of the meeting in closed session to interview candidates for the Director of Planning and Zoning position. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Agenda approved (5‑0)
• Moved to closed session (5‑0)
• Closed‑session interview of planning director candidates conducted
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will consider a town boundary annexation contract, a Verizon Wireless contract, and the purchase of a 2025 Ford Maverick truck. The meeting will also include a closed session to consult with counsel regarding the Harford Mall Development Project.

• Town Boundary Annexation Contract
• Verizon Wireless Contract
• Purchase of 2025 Ford Maverick Truck
• Reappointment to Cultural Arts Commission
• Closed session: Harford Mall Development Project legal advice

The Board of Town Commissioners approved a $42,500 contract with FWA, Inc. for survey services to support town‑boundary annexation. It also approved a Verizon Wireless cellular services contract not to exceed $75,383.10, a purchase of a 2025 Ford Maverick truck for $28,815 for the Technology Department, and reappointed Natalie Weeks to the Cultural Arts Commission. All four motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved $42,500 town boundary annexation survey contract (5‑0)
• Approved Verizon Wireless cellular service contract up to $75,383.10 (5‑0)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Ford Maverick truck for $28,815 (5‑0)
• Reappointed Natalie Weeks to Cultural Arts Commission for three years (5‑0)

Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need

The committee will meet to provide public input for the FY 2027 County Budget. Members will also discuss emergency programs and senior crisis response.

• FY 2027 County Budget public input
• Help Your Neighbor emergency program
• Senior Crisis Response & Fraud Prevention
• AARP Grant update
• Winter Respiratory Surge & ED Capacity

The committee approved the minutes from the January 22, 2026 meeting by unanimous consent. Ms. Winkowski will draft a broad letter with data to advocate for senior citizens in the FY 2027 county budget. Ms. Stock was asked to investigate the $250 community micro‑grant "Help Your Neighbor" program.

• Approved minutes of Jan 22, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Ms. Winkowski to draft senior advocacy letter for FY 2027 budget input
• Ms. Stock to look into $250 community micro‑grant program

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will review several ordinance amendments affecting elections, personnel rules, signage, zoning districts, performance standards, and alcohol beverage waivers. They will also discuss three contracts: a Town Boundary Annexation Contract, an Alice Anne Park Improvement Contract, and a Verizon Wireless Contract. The meeting includes a reappointment to the Cultural Arts Commission and closed‑session discussions on appointments to the Cultural Arts Commission and the Director of Planning and Zoning.

• Town Boundary Annexation Contract
• Alice Anne Park Improvement Contract
• Verizon Wireless Contract
• Ordinance 852-26 amending Chapter 37 Elections
• Ordinance 855-26 amending Zoning permitted‑use tables

The Board of Commissioners approved the work session agenda with a 5‑0 vote. Later, the board voted 5‑0 to enter closed session to discuss appointments and the planning director position. No other formal actions were taken during the open session.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Moved meeting to closed session (5‑0)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will approve the minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting and review its budget, including marketing and event sponsorship. Commissioners will receive updates on several art initiatives and discuss FY26 public art projects such as the Atwood Road/Marketplace Drive sculpture and Hearts of Harford maintenance. New business items include a sponsorship request for armory rental by the Harford County Education Foundation and a proposal for a Little Free Library in Plumtree Park.

• Approve minutes – January 21, 2026
• Budget review – marketing/event sponsorship and public art
• FY26 public art project discussion – Atwood Road/Marketplace Drive sculpture and Hearts of Harford maintenance
• Harford County Education Foundation armory rental sponsorship
• Little Free Library proposal for Plumtree Park

The commission approved the minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting. It voted to change the quorum requirement from three members to a majority of members and to adopt the current CAC procedures, rules, and regulations. The board also approved purchases for event tablecloths, a Little Free Library replacement, and a $540 sponsorship for a student art showcase. The meeting was adjourned at 5:08 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the Jan 21, 2026 meeting (all in favor)
• Changed CAC quorum from three members to a majority of members (all in favor)
• Accepted current CAC procedures, rules, & regulations (all in favor)
• Approved purchase of two packs of black round tablecloths up to $40 (all in favor)
• Approved $540 Armory rental sponsorship for the April 12, 2026 student art showcase (all in favor)
• Approved purchase of a composite Little Free Library for Plumtree Park up to $500 (all in favor)
• Approved purchase of two packs of black round tablecloths (all in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:08 p.m. (all in favor)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will consider six ordinances that amend sections of the town code regarding elections, personnel, zoning, and development standards. The meeting is scheduled for February 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Bel Air Town Hall.

• Ordinance 852-26: Amending Chapter 37 Elections
• Ordinance 853-26: Amending Chapter 82 Personnel Section 82-3(B)(5)
• Ordinance 854-26: Amending Sign Regulations (Chapter 165)
• Ordinance 855-26: Amending Zoning Districts and Permitted Use Tables (Chapter 165)
• Ordinance 857-26: Amending Zoning Administration regarding Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis

The Board of Commissioners approved the agenda and the minutes from previous meetings. It then unanimously approved the receipt of six ordinances that amend various sections of the town code, including election procedures, personnel hiring, sign regulations, permitted use tables, performance standards, and liquor waiver procedures. All votes were 4‑0 in favor.

• Approved receipt of Ordinance 852-26 (election code amendment) (4-0)
• Approved receipt of Ordinance 853-26 (personnel code amendment) (4-0)
• Approved receipt of Ordinance 854-26 (sign regulations amendment) (4-0)
• Approved receipt of Ordinance 855-26 (permitted use tables amendment) (4-0)
• Approved receipt of Ordinance 856-26 (performance standards amendment) (4-0)
• Approved receipt of Ordinance 857-26 (liquor waiver procedure amendment) (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes for Jan 27, Feb 2, Feb 4 2026 (4-0)

Economic Community Development Commission

The Economic and Community Development Commission will meet on February 12, 2026 at The Armory, 37 N. Main Street, Bel Air. The commission will approve minutes from November 2025 and January 2026, elect a chair and vice‑chair for 2026, receive updates from town departments and partners, and consider Ordinance 851‑25 that amends development regulations for cannabis and related uses. An Army Alliance presentation and miscellaneous open discussion are also on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from November 2025 and January 2026
• Elect chair and vice‑chair for 2026
• Consider Ordinance 851‑25 amending development regulations for cannabis and related uses
• Army Alliance presentation
• Miscellaneous/open discussion

The Economic and Community Development Commission approved the November 2025 and January 2026 meeting minutes. Gil Kennedy was elected Chair and Todd Boyle elected Vice Chair, both by acclamation. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion carried unanimously.

• Approved November 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved January 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Elected Gil Kennedy as Chair by acclamation
• Elected Todd Boyle as Vice Chair by acclamation
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Tree Committee

The Bel Air Tree Committee will first review and approve the minutes from the January 14, 2026 meeting. It will discuss any remaining tasks for the Arbor Day Celebration tied to the Farmers Market opening on April 11, 2026. The committee will consider the $2,900 maintenance and inspection plan for Majors Oak, with $2,000 available from its general fund and the balance to come from the Forest Conservation Fee in Lieu. Finally, members will set a timeline for 2026 tree‑planting projects and plan RFQs for Brys Landscaping, Ivy Hill Land Service, and Krohs Nursery.

• Review and approve January 14, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discuss loose ends for the Arbor Day Celebration on April 11, 2026
• Consider $2,900 Majors Oak maintenance plan; funding from $2,000 general fund balance and Forest Conservation Fee in Lieu
• Determine timeframe for 2026 Rockfield tree‑planting projects
• Prepare RFQs for Brys Landscaping, Ivy Hill Land Service, and Krohs Nursery

The committee approved the January 14 minutes. It ordered 400 tree seedlings for the Arbor Day celebration and will distribute planting instructions. The committee approved a $2,000 contribution toward the $2,900 Majors Oak maintenance proposal, with the remaining cost covered by the Forest Conservation Fee in Lieu. It also approved planning for Rockfield Park tree plantings in spring 2026 and then adjourned.

• Approved January 14, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Ordered 400 tree seedlings for Arbor Day celebration
• Allocated $2,000 for Majors Oak maintenance (all in favor)
• Requested Mr. Shah follow up with A&A Tree Experts for fertilization invoice
• Approved Rockfield Park planting plan, estimated cost $7,000
• Tasked Mr. Shah to coordinate with Rockfield Foundation and request quotes from Ivy Hill Land Service, Krohs Nursery, and Brys Landscaping
• Moved to adjourn the meeting (all in favor)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board will review and discuss proposed amendments to Town Code Chapter 165, which include changes to zoning administration, performance standards, definitions, permitted‑use tables, and sign regulations. They will also consider Ordinance 852‑26 to amend Chapter 37 Elections and a contract for a town boundary survey. Additional items include a review of the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program and scheduling of FY2027 budget work sessions. The meeting will close with a confidential session to seek legal advice on possible charter and personnel code changes.

• Ordinance 852-26: amendment to Town Code Chapter 37 Elections
• Town Boundary Survey Contract
• Proposed amendments to Town Code Chapter 165 covering zoning administration, performance standards, definitions, permitted‑use tables, and sign regulations
• Review of Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP)
• Closed‑session discussion to obtain legal advice on amending Town Charter Article VI (Town Administrator) and Town Code Chapter 82 Personnel §82-3B(5)

The Board of Commissioners voted 5‑0 to approve the work‑session agenda. Commissioners also agreed on the proposed dates for the FY 2027 budget work‑session meetings. No other formal votes or approvals were recorded in this session.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Agreed on FY 2027 budget work‑session dates

Appearance and Beautification Committee

The committee will meet at Bel Air Town Hall conference room at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 9, 2026. Members will receive reports on awards, Christmas decorations, clean‑up, landscaping, the Downtown Alliance, and other topics. The agenda includes sections for old business and new business, but no specific items are listed.

The Appearance and Beautification Committee approved the purchase of 60 small Christmas bows and seven larger bows for town display. The committee also voted to renew Rebloom's contract to maintain town gardens. A plaque for Alice’s Garden was ordered, and a contract was signed to use the Armory for the May 8 Garden Mart event.

• Approved purchase of 60 small and 7 large Christmas bows
• Renewed contract with Rebloom for garden maintenance
• Ordered plaque for Alice’s Garden
• Signed contract to use the Armory for Garden Mart on May 8

Planning Commission

The Bel Air Planning Commission will consider approval of the January 8, 2026 meeting minutes and the 2025 Annual Report. It will also review a special development application to convert an existing building into a 4,764‑sf restaurant with outdoor dining. Public comment will be accepted during the meeting.

• Approval of minutes – January 8, 2026
• Approval of the Planning Commission 2025 Annual Report
• Review of a special development, site plan, and landscape plan to convert an existing building into a 4,764‑sf restaurant with outdoor dining

The commission approved the minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting after a correction to the Master Plan paragraph. Peter Schlehr moved to approve, Phil Raub seconded, and the motion carried with all members in favor. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Jan 8 2026 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board of Town Commissioners will hold a work‑session meeting. Employees will be invited to review and discuss the upcoming Fiscal Year 2027 budget, share comments, and raise concerns. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, miscellaneous business, and commissioners’ comments.

• Call to order
• Approval of agenda
• Employee budget listening session to review FY2027 budget and gather staff input
• Miscellaneous items
• Commissioners’ comments

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners convened a Budget Listening Session on February 4, 2026 to hear employee input on the FY 2027 budget. Representatives from Public Works, Police, Economic Development, and Planning presented requests and concerns. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the session.

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board will vote on Resolution 1262-26 to designate the property at 401 S. Atwood Road as a public park. Commissioners will consider reappointing a member to the Bel Air Economic & Community Development Commission and appointing a member to the Cultural Arts Commission. A promotion of Nicholas Rhodes to Senior Officer will be presented. The meeting also includes a Winter Wonderland Certificate of Recognition.

• Resolution 1262-26: Declare 401 S. Atwood Road a public park
• Reappointment to the Bel Air Economic & Community Development Commission (Christopher Street)
• Appointment to the Cultural Arts Commission (Annie Kovach)
• Promotion of Nicholas Rhodes to Senior Officer
• Winter Wonderland Certificate of Recognition

The Board approved Resolution 1262-26, naming the property at 401 S. Atwood Road Eagle Park, with a 5‑0 vote. Christopher Street was reappointed to the Economic and Community Development Commission for three years, also 5‑0. Annie Kovach was appointed to the Cultural Arts Commission for three years, again 5‑0.

• Approved Resolution 1262-26 designating 401 S. Atwood Road as Eagle Park (5-0)
• Reappointed Christopher Street to the Economic and Community Development Commission (3‑year term) (5-0)
• Appointed Annie Kovach to the Cultural Arts Commission (3‑year term) (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Jan 13 and Jan 20, 2026 (amended) (5-0)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board of Town Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several town initiatives and review the agenda for the February 2 meeting. Discussions include a proposal to declare town property at 401 S. Atwood Road as a public park and the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program. The session also includes a closed session regarding public security and cybersecurity.

• Proposal to declare 401 S. Atwood Road as a public park
• Discussion of Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP)
• Discussion of Maryland Senate Bill 47 regarding Neighborhood Business Development Program
• Review of Windsail/Sign regulations
• Closed session on security following the December 31, 2025, utility pole fire on Pennsylvania Avenue

The Board approved the work‑session agenda unanimously (5‑0). It changed the February work session date from the 24th to February 23. Commissioners agreed to several edits to the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program manual, including wording changes and signature thresholds. Commissioner Hanley was appointed as the NTMP liaison.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Changed February work session to Feb 23
• Agreed to change “will” to “may” on page 1 of NTMP manual
• Agreed to change level‑2 signature requirement to three‑fourths
• Adjusted level‑3 point threshold to 80+ points
• Appointed Commissioner Hanley as NTMP liaison

Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need

The Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need will meet to discuss support for vulnerable residents during an impending snowstorm. The group will also review a survey and receive updates from ECDC and regarding an AARP Community Challenge Grant.

• Discussion on vulnerable residents regarding impending snowstorm
• Review of survey
• ECDC updates from Stephanie Zahn
• AARP Community Challenge Grant

The Committee for Seniors and Citizens in Need approved the minutes from the December 1, 2025 meeting. Members discussed a warming center for vulnerable residents and reviewed survey interest. The committee voted to apply for the AARP Community Challenge Grant, which offers up to $15,000 for senior programs. The next meeting is scheduled for February 26, 2026.

• Approved December 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved application for AARP Community Challenge Grant (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes from September and October 2025, elect officers, and discuss tax credit applications for the Michael House and Bel Air Post Office. The commission will also review America250 community outreach ideas.

• Approval of September and October 2025 meeting minutes
• Election of Officers
• HA-1744: Michael House at 325 Franklin Street (tax credit application)
• HA-1435: Bel Air Post Office at 143 N. Main Street (sign presentation)
• America250 Community Outreach Ideas

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the September 25 and October 9, 2025 meeting minutes. They elected Joseph Wojciechowski as chair and Sean Campbell as vice chair by acclamation. The commission approved two historic signs for the Bel Air Post Office at 143 N. Main Street. They also approved a 10% tax credit for the Michael House project at 325 Franklin Street.

• Approved September 25, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved October 9, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Elected Joseph Wojciechowski as chair by acclamation
• Elected Sean Campbell as vice chair by acclamation
• Approved two historic signs for 143 N. Main Street (all in favor)
• Approved 10% tax credit for Michael House at 325 Franklin Street (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission will review its November 19, 2025 minutes and elect a chair and vice chair. It will examine the FY26 public art budget and discuss two specific projects: an Atwood Road/Marketplace Drive sculpture request for proposals and maintenance for the Hearts of Harford artwork. Additional updates on the HSHC America 250 art project, a student art exhibit, and the Ain’t Misbehavin’ Big Band will be provided. New business includes adopting commission procedures and planning the America 250 living‑history event.

• Approval of Minutes – November 19, 2025
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• FY26 Public Art Project Discussion – Atwood Road/Marketplace Drive Sculpture RFP
• FY26 Public Art Project Discussion – Hearts of Harford Maintenance
• CAC Procedures, Rules & Regulations

The Cultural Arts Commission approved a $250 stipend to cover labor costs for repainting the Hearts of Harford sculptures if original sponsors cannot pay. The commission also approved the FY26 budget, elected Jeanne Close as Chair and Pat Fielder as Vice Chair, and authorized sponsorship and promotion funds for the Ain’t Misbehavin’ Big Band event. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved FY26 budget with $4,810.96 remaining in accounts (all in favor)
• Elected Jeanne Close as Chair for 2026 (all in favor)
• Elected Pat Fielder as Vice Chair for 2026 (all in favor)
• Approved $500 sponsorship for Ain’t Misbehavin’ Big Band event on March 26 (all in favor)
• Approved $50 for social‑media promotion of the Ain’t Misbehavin’ Big Band event (all in favor)
• Approved $250 stipend for artists to repaint Hearts of Harford sculptures if sponsors cannot pay (all in favor)
• Approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:20 p.m. (all in favor)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board of Town Commissioners will hold a public hearing and discuss Ordinance 851-25. This ordinance proposes amendments to the Town Code regarding performance standards for cannabis businesses, liquor stores, and taverns. The board will also consider appointments to local boards and commissions.

• Public hearing and discussion on Ordinance 851-25 regarding cannabis businesses, liquor stores, and taverns
• Proposed appointments of John A. Krajewski and David E. Starleper to the Board of Appeals
• Appointment to the Historic Preservation Commission
• Amendment to Policy I.E.6 regarding the signing of checks
• Certificate of Appreciation presentation to Fire Police

The Board approved Ordinance 851-25, Version 2, amending Town Code Chapter 165 to set 500‑ft setbacks for cannabis businesses and 300‑ft setbacks for liquor stores and taverns, with a 5‑0 vote. The Board also adopted the revised Procedure 100 Assigned Liaison Responsibilities unanimously. Additionally, the Board approved an amendment to Operations/Admin/Finance Policy I.E.6 authorizing town fund withdrawals, also by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved Dec 10 & 15, 2025 minutes (4‑1 abstention)
• Approved Dec 22, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 851-25, Version 2 (5‑0)
• Adopted revised Procedure 100 Assigned Liaison Responsibilities (5‑0)
• Approved amendment to Policy I.E.6 signing of checks (5‑0)

Tree Committee

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss revising town code setbacks for cannabis businesses and liquor stores, as well as reviewing parking legislation and budget analysis. The session will also cover appointments to town boards and closed-session legal consultations.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 851-25 revising setbacks for cannabis businesses, liquor stores, and taverns
• Review of parking legislation and Parking Fund budget analysis
• Discussion on revising Town Code Chapter 165 Article VII
• Closed session to consult with counsel regarding Ordinance 851-25
• Closed session to consult with counsel regarding pending litigation

Appearance and Beautification Committee

The committee reviewed and approved the minutes of the January 12, 2026 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken; members discussed upcoming projects and scheduled the next meeting for February 10, 2026.

• Approved meeting minutes

Economic Community Development Commission

The commission will meet to elect its 2026 leadership and receive updates from town and county economic development offices. The body will also discuss Ordinance 851-25 regarding cannabis legislation.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2026
• Discussion of Ordinance 851-25 Cannabis legislation
• Updates from the Economic Development and Planning Departments
• Updates from Harford County Office of Economic Development and Bel Air Downtown Alliance

The meeting lacked a quorum, so the November 2025 minutes were not approved. Members talked about chair and vice‑chair nominations but did not elect anyone. Updates on economic development, planning, and a proposed cannabis ordinance were presented and discussed, but no vote or formal decision was recorded. The session ended without any approvals or denials.

Planning Commission

The commission will review and decide on three new‑business items: a 1,246‑square‑foot two‑story addition at 604 Moores Mill Road, a special development proposal for two buildings totaling 11,663 square feet at the Harford Mall on 600 Baltimore Pike, and Ordinance 851‑25 amending the town’s cannabis development regulations. The meeting also includes routine approval of the December 4 2025 minutes and the election of officers.

• Review and vote on site plan and landscape plan for a 1,246 sf two‑story addition at 604 Moores Mill Road
• Review and vote on special development site plan and landscape plan for two buildings totaling 11,663 sf at Harford Mall, 600 Baltimore Pike
• Review and vote on Ordinance 851‑25 amending Development Regulations for cannabis and related uses
• Approval of minutes from the December 4 2025 meeting
• Election of Planning Commission officers

The commission approved the December 4, 2025 meeting minutes with one abstention. James C. Hynes, Jr. was elected Chair by a 4‑1 vote. Peter Schlehr was elected Vice Chair unanimously.

• Approved December 4, 2025 minutes (all in favor, 1 abstention)
• Elected James C. Hynes, Jr. as Chair (4-1 vote)
• Elected Peter Schlehr as Vice Chair (unanimous)