Easton, Maryland

Easton Staff Development Review

El Concejo Municipal revisará una propuesta de pre-presentación presentada por Lane Engineering, LLC para Elliott Equipment Co., Inc. La solicitud busca la demolición de las estructuras existentes en 327 N. Aurora Street y la construcción de un edificio multifamiliar de 68 unidades en el distrito de zonificación CB. El concejo discutirá el cumplimiento del proyecto con las directrices de zonificación y desarrollo.

• Propuesta de pre-presentación para demoler edificios existentes y construir 68 unidades multifamiliares en 327 N. Aurora St (distrito CB) presentada por Lane Engineering, LLC para Elliott Equipment Co., Inc.

Historic District Commission

La Comisión del Distrito Histórico revisará cuatro solicitudes de modificaciones exteriores a propiedades. Estas incluyen solicitudes para el reemplazo de revestimiento, señalización, la demolición de una estructura y la expansión de un edificio.

• Reemplazo de revestimiento de cedro, ventana y puerta en 116 Goldsborough Street
• Instalación de 57.5 pulgadas de letras acrílicas negras en 126 Port Street
• Demolición de una estructura accesoria trasera histórica/cobertizo en 130 N. Washington Street
• Expansión de un tercer piso y renovaciones exteriores en 17 E. Dover Street

Park Advisory Board

La agenda consiste en trámites procedimentales. La junta escuchará asuntos del Director de Parques y Recreación y del Ingeniero Municipal.

Affordable Housing Commission

Historic District Commission

Tree Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Tree Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Planning Commission

Town Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Affordable Housing Commission

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Planning Commission

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Commission

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Planning Commission

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Planning Commission

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Easton Staff Development Review

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Town Council

El Concejo Municipal de Easton aprobará las actas de la reunión del 6 de julio y adoptará una declaración de trabajo para servicios de auditoría por parte de CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP. Los miembros del Concejo considerarán una carta de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación para hacer permanente el programa piloto de alimentos móviles. Se llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre la solicitud de Lowe's Home Centers para enmendar su Desarrollo de Unidad Planificada (PUD) para una exhibición ampliada de cobertizos y remolques en 501 Glebe Road. El concejo también considerará la Ordenanza N.º 860 para aceptar tierras del Condado de Talbot para una carretera de acceso a Easton Woodland Park.

• Audiencia pública sobre la enmienda de Lowe's Home Centers al PUD para una exhibición de cobertizos y remolques en 501 Glebe Road
• Ordenanza N.º 860 para aceptar tierras del Condado de Talbot para una carretera de acceso a Easton Woodland Park
• Aprobación de la Declaración de Trabajo para servicios de auditoría por parte de CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP
• Carta del Presidente de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación sobre hacer permanente el programa piloto de alimentos móviles
• Presentación por parte del Director Ejecutivo del Waterfowl Festival sobre el plan de transporte y permisos de alcohol

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación revisará tres solicitudes de esquemas de planes de sitio: la remodelación de las instalaciones de la Talbot County Humane Society en 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway, la construcción de un edificio de postes de 8,000 pies cuadrados para el Departamento de Carreteras del Condado de Talbot en 605 Port Street, y la instalación de infraestructura de agua/aguas residuales para UM Shore Regional Medical Center en 1 Medical Center Drive. La Comisión también hará una recomendación al Concejo Municipal sobre una enmienda de texto de zonificación para Unidades de Vivienda Accesoria (ADUs) tras la Ley de la Cámara de Representantes 1466 (2025).

• Esquema de plan de sitio para la remodelación de la Humane Society en 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway
• Esquema de plan de sitio para el edificio de almacenamiento de carreteras del condado en 605 Port Street con múltiples exenciones de paisajismo y amortiguamiento
• Solicitud de exención suplementaria para requisitos de plantación de árboles y zonas de amortiguamiento en 1 Medical Center Drive para la infraestructura del centro médico
• Recomendación al Concejo Municipal sobre la enmienda de texto de zonificación de ADU según la Ley de la Cámara de Representantes 1466

Historic District Commission

La Comisión del Distrito Histórico de Easton considerará tres solicitudes para alterar propiedades históricas contribuyentes: una demolición parcial y reconstrucción en 15 S. Hanson Street, el reemplazo de revestimiento de cedro y una ventana nueva en 116 Goldsborough Street, y la instalación de un letrero de PVC en 36 S. Washington Street. La comisión también discutirá un aviso de acción correctiva para 601 Goldsborough Street y aprobará el borrador del resumen de decisiones de la reunión del 22 de junio de 2026.

• Solicitud 2026-1760: demolición parcial y reconstrucción de la estructura principal en 15 S. Hanson Street (Critchlow Adkins Children’s Center)
• Solicitud 2026-1767: reemplazo de revestimiento de cedro e instalación de una ventana nueva en 116 Goldsborough Street
• Solicitud 2026-1770: instalación de un letrero de PVC de 40" x 18" en 36 S. Washington Street
• Aviso de Acción Correctiva para 601 Goldsborough Street
• Aprobación del Borrador del Resumen de Decisiones de la reunión del 22 de junio de 2026

Tree Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

La Comisión de Vivienda Asequible de Easton aprobará las actas, discutirá una solicitud de financiación de TIS para renovaciones de alquiler y revisará actualizaciones sobre viviendas para personas mayores y proyectos de desarrollo específicos.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 16 de junio de 2026
• Solicitud de financiación de TIS para el programa de Renovación de Alquiler
• Revisión del proyecto Gannon's Range (37 lotes, $111,000)
• Actualización sobre la aprobación de Osprey Senior Housing
• Relanzamiento del Home Purchase Assistance Program

Town Council

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y votará sobre la adopción del Plan Integral de 2026 y la autorización de una solicitud de Subvención en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario (CDBG) para un proyecto de vivienda asequible para personas mayores llamado Osprey. También aceptarán un contrato de reciclaje de $2,001,429 con Republic Services, presentarán a dos nuevos oficiales de policía y recibirán presentaciones sobre un proyecto de Eagle Scout, necesidades de las personas mayores, Complete Streets y Bay Street Ponds. La reunión comienza con una sesión cerrada para discutir una propuesta de ubicación de negocio.

• Audiencia pública y votación sobre la Resolución 6221 que adopta el Plan Integral de 2026
• Audiencia pública y votación sobre la Resolución 6224 que autoriza la solicitud de CDBG para la vivienda asequible para personas mayores Osprey
• Aceptación de la oferta de Republic Services para el reciclaje anual FY2027-2029 por un monto de $2,001,429
• Presentación de los nuevos oficiales del EPD Tucker Lytle y Chase Fletcher
• Presentaciones sobre el proyecto Eagle Scout, los hallazgos de la fuerza de tarea Talbot Senior Task Force, Complete Streets y Bay Street Ponds

Easton Staff Development Review

La junta de Revisión de Desarrollo del Personal de Easton discutirá tres solicitudes: una revisión de plano de sitio esquemático para la reurbanización de la propiedad de la Talbot County Humane Society en 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway, una revisión de plano de sitio esquemático para un nuevo edificio tipo cobertizo en las instalaciones del Talbot County Roads Department en 605 Port Street, y una revisión de gestión de aguas pluviales para una estación de bombeo de alcantarillado en 1 Medical Center Drive.

• Revisión de plano esquemático para la reurbanización y nuevo edificio en 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway (Talbot County Humane Society)
• Revisión de plano esquemático para la adición de un nuevo edificio tipo cobertizo en 605 Port Street (Talbot County Roads Department)
• Revisión de gestión de aguas pluviales para la estación de bombeo de alcantarillado en 1 Medical Center Drive

Park Advisory Board

El Park Advisory Board se reunirá para una sesión ordinaria. La agenda consiste principalmente en temas procedimentales (aprobación del acta, actualizaciones del personal y los miembros del consejo). El único punto programado para discusión pública es una presentación por parte del Sr. Lance Simon, cofundador de Friends of John Ford Park, sobre el disco golf.

• Comentario público de Lance Simon sobre el disco golf en John Ford Park

Historic District Commission

La Comisión del Distrito Histórico revisará una solicitud de emergencia para una rampa temporal para silla de ruedas en una propiedad contribuyente, una enmienda de letrero previamente aprobada para el proyecto Dover Station y la reparación de una ventana en una casa histórica. También aprobarán las actas de la reunión anterior.

• Enmienda a las alteraciones exteriores aprobadas para un letrero colgante de 30"x30" en 500 Dover Road (Proyecto Dover Station)
• Reemplazo y reparación de ventanas de marco de cuadro de tercer piso y de triángulo inferior en 27 N. Hanson Street
• Aprobación de emergencia para una rampa de aluminio temporal para silla de ruedas en 121 N. Locust Lane
• Aprobación del borrador del resumen de la decisión de la reunión del 8 de junio de 2026

The Historic District Commission approved a new projecting sign for Dover Station LLC and window replacements for a property on N. Hanson Street. The commission also approved the previous meeting's draft decision summary.

• Approved sign amendment for 500 Dover Road subject to two conditions (5-0)
• Approved window replacement and repair at 27 N. Hanson Street (5-0)
• Approved June 6, 2026 Draft Decision Summary (5-0)

Town Council

El Concejo Municipal de Easton llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y considerará la Resolución No. 6222, la cual revisa las licencias, solicitudes, permisos, inspecciones, certificados y otras tarifas del municipio. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de las actas del 1 de junio de 2026 y asuntos rutinarios de funcionarios municipales.

• Audiencia pública sobre la Resolución No. 6222 para revisar las tarifas del municipio
• Resolución No. 6222 que revisa licencias, solicitudes, permisos, inspecciones, certificados y otras tarifas
• Aprobación de las actas de los talleres y de la reunión del concejo del 1 de junio de 2026

The Town Council unanimously approved the June 1 workshop and council meeting minutes and approved the public event permit for Webb’s Hope Community Block Party. Council members voted 3-2 to amend Resolution 6222, removing the $1,500 commercial tipper‑can rate. The amended resolution, which sets a uniform $2,000 annual fee for all commercial waste users, passed with a 4-1 vote.

• Approved June 1, 2026 workshop minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2026 council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Webb’s Hope Community Block Party permit (unanimous)
• Amended Resolution 6222 to eliminate $1,500 commercial tipper‑can rate (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution 6222 as amended, setting commercial waste fee $2,000/year (4-1)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación considerará una exención de estacionamiento suplementario en 29512 Canvasback Drive, una reurbanización planificada en 402 Maryland Avenue y un esquema de plan de sitio para un edificio de uso mixto en 406 Moton Street. Bajo asuntos antiguos, revisarán el informe anual del Departamento de Planificación de Maryland, la aprobación arquitectónica para los modelos de casas de Gannon Range y un esquema de plan de sitio para un proyecto de vivienda asequible para personas mayores de 64 unidades cerca de Port Street y Easton Parkway. Los temas de discusión incluyen el cumplimiento con la nueva legislación de ADU (HB 1466) y posibles enmiendas de zonificación permanentes para el programa piloto de food trucks.

• Exención de estacionamiento suplementario para 10-15 espacios en 29512 Canvasback Drive (distrito CG)
• Aprobación de reurbanización planificada para 402 Maryland Avenue para crear 5 unidades residenciales y espacio de oficinas en PR Overlay
• Esquema de plan de sitio para un nuevo edificio de uso mixto y un edificio de servicios en 406 Moton Street (BAAM) con exenciones de paisajismo
• Aprobación arquitectónica para modelos de casas en Gannon Range (29659 Matthewstown Road) en PUD
• Esquema de plan de sitio para vivienda asequible para personas mayores de 64 unidades en Port Street y Easton Parkway con exenciones de plantación de árboles

Affordable Housing Commission

La Comisión de Vivienda Asequible está llevando a cabo una reunión regular. La agenda incluye la aprobación de actas, la discusión de programas de renovación y compra, y asuntos de sesiones anteriores. No se enumeran propuestas o decisiones específicas en la agenda.

• Aprobación de actas
• Discusión del programa de renovación
• Discusión del programa de compra
• Revisión de asuntos de sesiones anteriores

Board of Zoning Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación considerará dos solicitudes de excepción especial: un taller de reparación de automóviles en 327 N. Aurora Street (Edificios 2 y 5) y una guardería de grupos pequeños en 29700 Standish Street. La junta también aprobará las actas de sus reuniones del 16 de diciembre de 2025 y del 19 de mayo de 2026.

• Solicitud de excepción especial de Bill Wieland para que Elliott Equipment Co. Inc. opere un taller de reparación de automóviles en 327 N. Aurora Street en el distrito de zonificación CB.
• Solicitud de excepción especial de Lynn Farr para una guardería de grupos pequeños en 29700 Standish Street en el distrito de zonificación R-10A.
• Aprobación de los borradores de los resúmenes de decisiones de las reuniones del 16 de diciembre de 2025 y del 19 de mayo de 2026.

Tree Board

La agenda de la reunión de la Junta de Árboles contiene únicamente puntos de procedimiento estándar: llamado al orden, un punto de discusión general, aprobación de actas, observaciones y cierre. No se identifican temas específicos, propuestas o puntos de acción en la agenda.

Historic District Commission

La Comisión del Distrito Histórico revisará una solicitud para modificar una condición de aprobación para la demolición del edificio de Easton Ice Company en 108 East Avenue y la construcción de un edificio de amenidades de 3,200 sq ft. Otros artículos incluyen nuevos porches con celosía, reemplazos de ventanas, cambios de revestimiento y reemplazos de techo de emergencia. La reunión también cubre aprobaciones administrativas y actas.

• Enmienda a la condición para la demolición del edificio de Easton Ice Company (108 East Avenue) y la construcción de un edificio de amenidades de 3,200 sq ft
• Nuevo porch con celosía sobre la cubierta existente en 204 S. Hanson Street
• Letras pintadas en la fachada frontal del edificio contribuyente 1 en 500 Dover Road (Dover Station Project)
• Alteraciones exteriores que incluyen revestimiento de vinilo y cercado en 202 S. Aurora Street
• Reemplazos de techo de emergencia en 112 N. Harrison Street, 132 S. Harrison Street, 123 N. Washington Street y 208 Talbot Street

The Historic District Commission approved five applications for construction projects and a demolition plan in the Easton Historic District. One application for a demolition modification was approved with a different condition than originally proposed.

• Approved screened porch at 204 S. Hanson Street (5-0)
• Approved painted signs at 500 Dover Road (5-0)
• Approved cedar shingle siding at 20 N. Hanson Street (5-0)
• Approved ADA ramp reconstruction at 300 Talbot Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition of Easton Ice Company building at 108 East Avenue (4-0-1)
• Approved window replacement at 118 Goldsborough Street (pending)
• Tabled window replacement at 118 Goldsborough Street (pending)
• Tabled agenda summary (5-0)

Affordable Housing Commission

La Comisión de Vivienda Asequible discutirá asuntos nuevos, incluyendo un programa de renovación de alquileres con nuevos contratistas y nuevos números de ingresos de HUD. También pasarán a una sesión cerrada para revisar las finanzas individuales de varias propiedades. Bajo el programa de compra, un contrato ratificado para 125 Locust Lane y un relanzamiento del Programa de Asistencia para la Compra de Vivienda están en la agenda. Los asuntos antiguos incluyen actualizaciones sobre Gannon's Range (36 lotes, $108,000) y Chapel Farms.

• Programa de renovación de alquileres con nuevos contratistas
• Nuevos números de ingresos de HUD
• Sesión cerrada para revisar las finanzas individuales de Joshua-Otis, Lewis-Bonnie, Emory-Otis y Watson
• Contrato ratificado para el comprador potencial de 125 Locust Lane
• Actualización de Gannon's Range: 36 lotes a $108,000

Town Council

El Concejo Municipal de Easton llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y votará sobre el presupuesto y la carga de impuestos de FY2026/27, la actualización del Plan Integral de 2026 y las revisiones de tarifas. El concejo también considerará la adjudicación de licitaciones para el reasfaltado anual de calles y una mejora del sistema de seguridad del departamento de policía. Se discutirá una carta de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación con respecto a una enmienda de PUD propuesta para Lowe's Home Centers.

• Adjudicación de licitación para el reasfaltado anual de calles
• Adjudicación de licitación para la mejora del sistema de seguridad del departamento de policía
• Audiencia pública y votación sobre el presupuesto y la carga de impuestos de FY2026/27 (Ordenanza 855 y 856)
• Audiencia pública y votación sobre la actualización del Plan Integral de 2026 (Resolución 6221)
• Audiencia pública sobre la Resolución 6222 que revisa las tarifas municipales

Council unanimously approved the FY2026-2027 $30M budget (Ord. 855), the tax levy (Ord. 856), and a capital fund carryforward (Ord. 858), along with an updated reserve fund policy (Res. 6223). The revised fee schedule (Res. 6222) was tabled 4-1, with a special meeting set for June 18 to address concerns. Street resurfacing was awarded to Asphalt Service Delaware LLC ($323,604) and police camera upgrades to Safe House LLC ($97,025). Three public events and two board appointments were also approved.

• Approved $30M FY2026-2027 budget (Ord. 855) unanimously
• Approved tax levy ordinance (Ord. 856) unanimously
• Approved capital fund carryforward (Ord. 858) unanimously
• Approved updated reserve fund policy (Res. 6223) unanimously
• Tabled fee schedule resolution (Res. 6222) 4-1; special meeting June 18
• Awarded street resurfacing contract to Asphalt Service Delaware LLC ($323,604)
• Awarded police camera upgrade contract to Safe House LLC ($97,025)
• Approved three public events and confirmed two board appointments

Easton Staff Development Review

El concejo discutirá tres solicitudes de revisión de desarrollo del personal. La primera es una solicitud de reurbanización de C & C Architecture para Walbridge Real Estate Investments para convertir la propiedad en 402 Maryland Avenue a una ocupación R2 dentro del distrito de zonificación BC (Business Commercial) con un recubrimiento PRD. La segunda es una revisión de plano de sitio esquemático por Rauch Inc. para Building African American Minds Inc. referente a mejoras y lodos de tormenta en 406 Moton Street en el distrito R-7A. La tercera es una revisión de plano de sitio esquemático por Davis Bowen & Friedel, Inc. en nombre del Talbot County Roads Department para una nueva adición de edificio tipo nave en 605 Port Street en el distrito GI.

• Solicitud 2025‑1464: reurbanización de 402 Maryland Ave a ocupación R2 en el distrito BC (recubrimiento PRD) – C & C Architecture para Walbridge Real Estate Investments
• Solicitud 2026‑1699: plano de sitio esquemático para mejoras de lodos de tormenta y lodos en 406 Moton St, distrito R-7A – Rauch Inc. para Building African American Minds Inc.
• Solicitud 2026‑1732: plano de sitio esquemático para una nueva adición de edificio tipo nave en 605 Port St, distrito GI – Davis Bowen & Friedel, Inc. para Talbot County Roads Department

Park Advisory Board

La Junta Asesora de Parques llevará a cabo una reunión mayormente de carácter procedimental, que incluye la aprobación de actas y actualizaciones del personal. El único punto específico es un período de comentarios públicos donde el Sr. Lance Simon se dirigirá a la junta sobre disc golf. Se señala una posible sesión cerrada.

• El Sr. Lance Simon hablará sobre disc golf durante los comentarios de los visitantes
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior
• Informes del Director de Parques y Recreación y del Ingeniero Municipal
• Próxima reunión programada para el 23 de junio de 2026

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Easton revisará un plan de sitio esquemático para un edificio multifamiliar de 64 unidades dedicado a viviendas asequibles y para personas mayores en Port Street y Easton Parkway, con exenciones solicitadas de los estándares de plantación de árboles y de árboles de calle. La comisión también discutirá el borrador final del Manual de Calles Completas (Complete Streets Manual), revisará el cumplimiento de la nueva legislación de Unidades de Vivienda Accesorias (HB 1466) y considerará una enmienda de zonificación permanente para un programa piloto de camiones de comida. Además, recibirán el Informe Anual del año fiscal 2025 del Departamento de Planificación de Maryland y elegirán a los funcionarios de 2026.

• Plan de sitio esquemático para viviendas de 64 unidades para personas mayores/asequibles en Port Street y Easton Parkway (Rauch Inc. para Osprey Property Co.) con exenciones de los estándares de plantación de árboles
• Presentación del borrador final y discusión del Manual de Calles Completas (Complete Streets Manual) para mejorar la seguridad y la movilidad multimodal
• Revisión de cumplimiento legislativo de la ordenanza de zonificación de Easton para Unidades de Vivienda Accesorias bajo HB 1466 (2025)
• Discusión sobre enmiendas permanentes al código de zonificación para el Programa Piloto de Uso de Comida Móvil (Food Truck)
• Elección de los funcionarios de la Comisión de Planificación para 2026

The commission voted 5‑0 to table the sketch site plan and supplemental waiver requests for a 64‑unit senior housing project at Port Street and Meadow Drive. It also approved a corrected April 16, 2026 decision summary (5‑0) and elected new officers, each by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved corrected April 16, 2026 decision summary (5-0)
• Tabled sketch site plan and supplemental waiver requests for senior housing (5-0)
• Tabled FY2025 Annual Report to June 18, 2026 meeting (no vote recorded)
• Elected Philip Toussaint as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Michael Ports as Vice Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected William Ryall as Chair Pro Tem (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Affordable Housing Commission

Esta reunión incluye la aprobación de actas, asuntos nuevos sobre el programa de renovación de alquileres con nuevos contratistas, y una sesión cerrada para revisar finanzas individuales para el programa de renovación. La comisión también discutirá un comprador potencial para 125 Locust Lane bajo el programa de compras y escuchará actualizaciones de desarrolladores sobre Gannon's Range (36 lotes, $108,000) y Chapel Farms.

• Sesión cerrada para revisar finanzas individuales para el programa de renovación
• Contrato ratificado para comprador potencial en 125 Locust Lane
• Relanzamiento del Programa de Asistencia para la Compra de Viviendas con escritura de fideicomiso/hipoteca
• Actualización de desarrollador: Gannon's Range - 36 lotes, $108,000
• Programa de renovación de alquileres con nuevos contratistas

Board of Zoning Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación de Easton llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre cinco solicitudes, incluyendo una excepción especial para expandir una instalación de energía solar en 12 Magnolia Street para el Talbot County Board of Education, una excepción especial para un estudio de yoga en 301 Bay Street Unit 202, y tres solicitudes de variaciones: para señalización en un Zaxbys en 8275 Ocean Gateway, un letrero independiente en 404 Marvel Court para Raymond James Wealth Management, y una variación de retiro posterior para una ampliación residencial en 29700 Standish Street.

• Excepción Especial SE-1636: Sunrise Solar Inc. busca expandir un arreglo solar existente en 12 Magnolia Street (distrito R-10A) en nombre del Talbot County Board of Education.
• Excepción Especial SE-1684: Rising Tides Yoga busca operar un centro de fitness/spa de salud en un distrito CG en 301 Bay Street Unit 202.
• Variación V-1709: Delmarva Real Estate Management solicita instalar un segundo letrero circular de botón en la fachada sur de un Zaxbys en 8275 Ocean Gateway, excediendo los límites de pies cuadrados de señalización montada en pared.
• Variación V-1717: Callahan Signs solicita instalar un letrero independiente de 12 pies cuadrados a 6 pies de la línea de propiedad en 404 Marvel Court, renunciando a los requisitos de retiro de 10 pies y de paisajismo.
• Variación V-1719: Lynn Farr solicita construir una ampliación de un piso en 29700 Standish Street con un retiro posterior reducido de 30 pies a menos en el distrito R-10A.

The Board approved special exceptions for solar panel expansion and a yoga studio, along with three zoning variances for signage and residential construction. One draft decision summary from December 2025 was tabled.

• Approved Special Exception for five additional solar panel arrays at 12 Magnolia Street (3-0)
• Approved Special Exception for yoga studio at 301 Bay Street Unit 202 (3-0)
• Approved Variance for a second circular sign at 8275 Ocean Gateway (3-0)
• Approved Variance for a freestanding sign at 404 Marvel Court (3-0)
• Approved Variance for a one-story addition and rear deck at 29700 Standish Street (3-0)
• Approved April 21, 2026 Decision Summary (3-0)
• Tabled December 16, 2025 draft decision summary

Town Council

El Easton Town Council celebrará audiencias públicas para recibir comentarios sobre el presupuesto del FY 2026/27 y el Comprehensive Plan actualizado de 2026. También se considerará una resolución para revisar las tarifas municipales, junto con una ordenanza para vender 125 South Locust Lane destinada a vivienda asequible. Se revisarán facturas correspondientes al período del 1‑29 de abril de 2026 por un total de $1,402,859.96.

• Audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto del FY 2026/27 (Ord. 855)
• Audiencia pública para adoptar el Comprehensive Plan de 2026 (Res. 6221)
• Audiencia pública sobre la revisión de tarifas municipales de licencias, solicitudes, permisos, inspecciones, certificados y otras tasas (Res. 6222)
• Ordenanza que autoriza la venta de 125 South Locust Lane para vivienda asequible (Ord. 857)
• Revisión de facturas por un total de $1,402,859.96 correspondientes al 1‑29 de abril de 2026

The Council voted unanimously to sell the town-owned property at 125 South Locust Lane to a first-time homebuyer. They also reappointed members to the Affordable Housing Board and Economic Development Commission. Public hearings on the comprehensive plan update, FY 2026–2027 budget, and fee schedule resolution were opened but not closed. The proposed disc golf course at John Ford Park was discussed but no decision was made; the matter was referred to the Park Advisory Board for further study.

• Approved sale of 125 South Locust Lane for affordable housing (unanimous)
• Reappointed Otis Sampson and Roy Cowdery to Affordable Housing Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed Councilmember Curry to Easton Economic Development Corporation Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed Dr. Montgomery to Talbot County Economic Development Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 4, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

Tree Board

Historic District Commission

La Historic District Commission decidirá sobre una enmienda a un Certificado de Idoneidad (COA) previamente aprobado para el Academy Art Museum (106-110 Talbot Lane) para instalar una ventana de exhibición empotrada y un nuevo toldo. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen nueve solicitudes para reemplazos de techos, revestimientos, letreros, un porche con mosquitera y rampas ADA en varias propiedades contribuyentes y no contribuyentes en el distrito histórico.

• Enmienda al COA para Academy Art Museum en 106, 108 & 110 Talbot Lane: ventana de exhibición empotrada y nuevo toldo (elevación sur)
• Reemplazos de techo y revestimiento in-kind en 118 and 120 Talbot Lane (no contribuyente, Tri Gas Roll Off Services)
• Rampa accesible para ADA y mejoras de acera en 107 and 109 Goldsborough Street (Talbot Interfaith Shelter)
• Instalación de letreros colgantes y montados en pared de PVC en 113 N. Washington Street (contribuyente, Bluepoint Hospitality Group)
• Construcción de un nuevo porche con mosquitera sobre la cubierta existente en 204 S. Hanson Street (contribuyente)

The Historic District Commission approved an amended Certificate of Appropriateness for the Academy Art Museum's restoration and addition at 106-110 Talbot Lane, including a new display window and removing an awning from scope. The commission also approved seven other applications: roof and siding replacements at 118 and 120 Talbot Lane, a roof replacement at 523 Goldsborough Street, a sign installation at 113 N. Washington Street, a roof replacement at 514 Goldsborough Street, and ADA improvements at 107 Goldsborough Street. One application for a screened porch at 204 S. Hanson Street was tabled pending additional material details. All votes were 4-0 with three members absent.

• Approved amended Certificate of Appropriateness for Academy Art Museum addition (4-0)
• Approved roof and siding replacement at 118 Talbot Lane (4-0)
• Approved roof and siding replacement at 120 Talbot Lane (4-0)
• Approved roof replacement of outbuilding at 523 Goldsborough Street (4-0)
• Approved hanging and wall signs at 113 N. Washington Street, conditioned on preserving corbels (4-0)
• Tabled screened porch construction at 204 S. Hanson Street pending additional material history (4-0)
• Approved roof replacement at 514 Goldsborough Street with conditions on trim and panel widths (4-0)
• Approved ADA-access concrete walkway and wheelchair lift at 107 Goldsborough Street (4-0)

Affordable Housing Commission

La Comisión aprobará las actas del 21 de abril, luego discutirá actualizaciones de Talbot Interfaith Shelter sobre la Feria de Vivienda de mayo, el Programa de Renovación de Alquileres, el Grupo de Trabajo de Vivienda, el Programa de Asistencia para la Compra de Viviendas y un boletín del Centro para Personas Mayores. Pasarán a sesión cerrada para revisar las finanzas individuales de los solicitantes Joshua-Otis, Lewis-Bonnie y Emory-Otis. Bajo el programa de compra, discutirán a un comprador potencial para 125 Locust Lane y el relanzamiento del Programa de Asistencia para la Compra de Viviendas. Los asuntos antiguos incluyen actualizaciones sobre Gannon's Range (36 lotes, $108,000), Chapel Farms y Fello Projects.

• Sesión cerrada para revisar finanzas individuales (Joshua-Otis, Lewis-Bonnie, Emory-Otis)
• Actualización sobre comprador potencial para 125 Locust Lane
• Actualización de desarrollo de Gannon's Range: 36 lotes a $108,000
• Actualización del Programa de Renovación de Alquileres (Roy-Nick 5/19/26)
• Relanzamiento del Programa de Asistencia para la Compra de Viviendas

Town Council

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo audiencias públicas con respecto a la Actualización de 2026 del Plan Integral de la Ciudad y el Presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026/27. La agenda incluye propuestas de ordenanzas para el presupuesto del próximo año fiscal y las tasas de impuestos, así como una resolución para revisar las tarifas municipales.

• Audiencia pública para la Actualización de 2026 del Plan Integral de la Ciudad
• Audiencia pública para el Presupuesto del año fiscal 2026/27
• Ord. No. 854: Establecer el presupuesto municipal para el año fiscal FY2026/2027
• Ord. No. 855: Aumentar mediante tributación los montos para pagar gastos ordinarios y obligaciones de bonos
• Res. No. 6222: Revisar licencias, solicitudes, permisos, inspecciones y otras tarifas municipales

The Council approved three event permits and confirmed two appointments to the Historic District Commission. Public hearings were opened for the FY2026/2027 budget and the 2026 Comprehensive Plan update, though no legislative action was taken on the budget or plan ordinances.

• Approved First Responders Month Kickoff event (unanimous)
• Approved Academy Art Museum Juneteenth Celebration (unanimous)
• Approved Hummingbird Inn Noise Ordinance Extension for June 13 (unanimous)
• Confirmed Kurt Gant and Jim Carr to the Historic District Commission (unanimous)
• Approved April 20, 2026 meeting and Closed Session minutes (unanimous)

Park Advisory Board

Esta es una reunión de carácter procedimental sin puntos de agenda sustantivos enumerados. La junta escuchará informes del Director de Parques y Recreación, el Ingeniero Municipal, los miembros y la presidenta, y aprobará las actas anteriores. Es posible que haya una sesión cerrada. Los próximos eventos incluyen un torneo de disc golf y el corte de cinta de Golton Park.

Historic District Commission

La Comisión del Distrito Histórico de Easton revisará una enmienda a un Certificado de Idoneidad aprobado previamente para un porche en 207 S. Aurora Street, que requiere columnas redondas. Seis nuevas solicitudes incluyen paneles solares y una cerca en 303 Goldsborough Street, una cerca en 112 Brookletts Avenue, señalización de PVC en 123 S. Washington Street, reemplazo de canaletas en 214 S. Washington Street, reemplazo de techo en 40 S. Harrison Street y reemplazo de ventanas/puertas en 205 S. Hanson Street. La comisión también aprobará las actas de la reunión del 13 de abril.

• Enmienda al COA para el porche en 207 S. Aurora Street — condición de columnas redondas (Asuntos Antiguos #1)
• Paneles solares de techo y cerca de patio delantero en 303 Goldsborough Street (Asuntos Nuevos #1)
• Cerca de estacas de cedro en 112 Brookletts Avenue (Asuntos Nuevos #2)
• Reemplazo de techo plano en 40 S. Harrison Street (Asuntos Nuevos #5)
• Reemplazo de ventanas y puerta francesa en 205 S. Hanson Street (Asuntos Nuevos #6)

The commission approved its agenda and then approved eight applications for work on historic properties, including porch, fence, solar panel, sign, gutter and roof projects. One solar‑panel and fence application was approved with specific conditions, and a roof replacement was approved pending historic trust approval. All votes and outcomes are recorded in the minutes.

• Approved agenda summary (6-0-0-1)
• Approved Huntington Construction porch amendment (6-0-0-1)
• Approved VF Builders front‑porch alteration (5-1-0-1)
• Approved Hallmark Dixon solar panels and fence amendment with conditions (5-0-1-1)
• Approved Brummell Does fence installation (6-0-0-1)
• Approved Wood Ingenuity wall‑mounted signs (6-0-0-1)
• Approved Nathan Tocus gutter replacement (6-0-0-1)
• Approved Economy Restoration roof work subject to MHT approval (5-0-1-1)

Easton Staff Development Review

La Revisión de Desarrollo del Personal de Easton discutirá tres solicitudes: una excepción especial comercial para paneles solares en el sitio de la Junta de Educación del Condado de Talbot, un esquema de plan de sitio para un complejo residencial multifamiliar de 64 unidades en Port Street y Easton Parkway, y un esquema de plan de sitio para mejoras del sitio en 406 Moton Street. No se están tomando decisiones finales en esta reunión que es solo para discusión.

• Excepción Especial Comercial para una red de paneles solares en 12 Magnolia Street (Talbot County Board of Education) en zonificación R-10A
• Esquema de plan de sitio para un complejo residencial multifamiliar de 64 unidades en Port Street y Easton Parkway en zonificación MXW
• Esquema de plan de sitio para mejoras del sitio que incluyen la gestión de aguas pluviales en 406 Moton Street para Building African American Minds Inc. (BAAM) en zonificación R-7A

Board of Zoning Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación decidirá sobre una solicitud de variación de Carlos y Lisette Vazquez para construir una cerca de 72 pulgadas de altura en un lote de esquina, excediendo el límite de altura de 4 pies para patios delanteros. La reunión también incluirá la aprobación de las actas de reuniones anteriores.

• Solicitud de variación (V-1692/V 26-01) para una cerca de 72 pulgadas en 8837 Roundhouse Circle, lote de esquina en distrito R-10A
• Los solicitantes buscan exceder la altura máxima de 4 pies para cercas en patios delanteros bajo la Sección 28-1006.D.1
• Aprobación de los borradores de los resúmenes de decisiones de las reuniones del 16 de diciembre de 2025 y 17 de febrero de 2026

The Board denied a variance request from Carlos and Lisette Vazquez to build a 72-inch tall fence at 8837 Roundhouse Circle, exceeding the 4-foot maximum height for front yards in R-10A zoning. The vote was 3-0 with one member absent. The Board also approved the draft decision summary from the February 17, 2026 meeting and tabled approval of the December 16, 2025 meeting summary.

• Denied variance for 72-inch fence at 8837 Roundhouse Circle (3-0)
• Approved draft decision summary from February 17, 2026 meeting (3-0)
• Tabled approval of draft decision summary from December 16, 2025 meeting

Affordable Housing Commission

La Comisión discutirá asuntos nuevos que incluyen una feria de vivienda y la planificación de 2026, y pasará a sesión cerrada para revisar finanzas individuales para el Renovation Program. Bajo el Purchase Program, discutirán un comprador potencial para 125 Locust Lane y el relanzamiento de un Home Purchase Assistance Program. El asunto antiguo incluye actualizaciones sobre Gannon's Range (31 lotes a $98,000) y otros desarrollos.

• Sesión cerrada para revisar finanzas individuales de Joshua-Otis y Lewis-Bonnie
• Discusión de comprador potencial para 125 Locust Lane
• Relanzamiento del Home Purchase Assistance Program con registro de escritura/fideicomiso
• Actualización de Gannon's Range: 31 lotes a $98,000
• Actualizaciones de Chapel Farms y Fello Projects

Town Council

El Concejo Municipal de Easton llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre la propuesta de actualización del Plan Integral de 2026 y sobre la Ordenanza 852, que añadiría pautas de accesibilidad para instalaciones peatonales en derechos de vía públicos. El Concejo también considerará ordenanzas que autorizan emisiones de bonos para el trabajo de inventario de líneas de servicio de plomo y varias resoluciones, incluyendo una para extender el programa piloto de camiones de comida y otra para adoptar el Plan Integral actualizado. Se ha programado una sesión cerrada para discutir una propuesta de ubicación comercial o industrial.

• Audiencia pública y Resolución 6221 para adoptar el Plan Integral 2026 de la Ciudad de Easton
• Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 852 que enmienda el Capítulo 24 para añadir pautas de accesibilidad para instalaciones peatonales en derechos de vía públicos
• Ordenanza 853 que autoriza la venta de dos series de bonos de agua potable ($46,750 y $141,110) para el inventario de líneas de servicio de plomo
• Resolución 6217 para extender el programa piloto para usos de comida móvil (food trucks)
• Resolución 6219 que autoriza un acuerdo de licencia para una invasión en el derecho de vía de Park Street en 521 August Street

The Town Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 852 adding ADA accessibility guidelines for pedestrian facilities in public rights-of-way, and Ordinance No. 853 authorizing a mixed loan and grant for a federally-mandated lead service line inventory. Also passed were a mobile food truck pilot extension (Resolution 6217), an encroachment agreement for a parking space (Resolution 6219), and invoices totaling $1,279,181.20. A public hearing on the 2026 Comprehensive Plan adoption was held open with no vote. The preceding workshop discussed code revisions but took no formal action.

• Approved Ordinance 852 – ADA pedestrian accessibility guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 853 – Lead service line inventory loan/grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6217 – Mobile food truck pilot extension (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6219 – Encroachment agreement at 521 August St. (unanimous)
• Approved invoices totaling $1,279,181.20 (unanimous)
• Approved Multicultural Festival permit for May 2, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved parade honoring Colonel Tench Tilghman on Oct 24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 2 and April 6 meetings as amended (unanimous)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación considerará una enmienda material al PUD de Lowe's para una expansión de exhibición al aire libre y una exención de 32 espacios de estacionamiento en 501 Glebe Road. También votarán sobre la recomendación del East End Small Area Plan (Resolución 26-02) al Concejo Municipal y aprobarán un cambio de nombre de calle de Madison Drive a Madi Drive para Gannon Range Phase 2. La agenda incluye la aprobación de las actas del 19 de febrero de 2026 y un tema de discusión.

• Resolución No. 26-02: Recomendar el East End Small Area Plan al Concejo Municipal
• Solicitud 2026-1649: Expansión del área de exhibición al aire libre de Lowe's Home Centers y exención de estacionamiento de 32 espacios en 501 Glebe Road
• Redesignación de nombre de calle de Madison Drive a Madi Drive para el plano de Gannon Range Phase 2

The Commission recommended the Town Council adopt the 2026 East End Small Area Plan. It also approved a street name change for Gannon Range and a conditional parking waiver for Lowe's Home Centers.

• Approved February 19, 2026 Decision Summary (4-0-0-1)
• Recommended adoption of Resolution 26-02 for the East End Small Area Plan to Town Council (4-0-0-1)
• Approved parking waiver and recommended PUD amendment for Lowe's Home Centers at 501 Glebe Road, subject to four conditions (4-0-0-1)
• Approved amendment to change street name from Madison Drive to Madi Drive at Gannon Range (4-0-0-1)

Historic District Commission

La Comisión del Distrito Histórico considerará siete nuevas solicitudes comerciales de Certificados de Idoneidad, que incluyen la demolición y nueva construcción en 108 East Avenue, una ampliación trasera en American Legion Post 77, y varios reemplazos de techos, cercas y escalones. La reunión también incluye la discusión sobre la reprogramación de una reunión futura, la aprobación de actas preliminares, tres aprobaciones administrativas para trabajos de HVAC y techos, y una aprobación de emergencia para un pasamanos de porche.

• Demolición del almacén existente y construcción de un nuevo edificio de servicios de un piso en 108 East Avenue (solicitante Shoregate of Cannery Commercial LLC).
• Nueva construcción y renovación de una ampliación trasera en American Legion Blake-Blackston Post 77, 102 W. Glenwood Avenue.
• Reemplazo de 18 pies lineales de cerca trasera en 11 South Street (solicitantes Harold E. DeBona y Susan P. Mortimer).
• Remoción de escalones de concreto y construcción de nuevos escalones de cedro en 206 August Street (solicitantes Glen y Barbara Biddle).
• Instalación de placas de dirección en 521 August Street (Laura House) por Fello Community Development.

The Historic District Commission unanimously (5-0) approved seven applications, including demolition of the contributing Easton Ice Company building at 108 East Avenue for a new 3,200 sq ft amenity building, and demolition/reconstruction of a side addition at American Legion Blake-Blackston Post 77. Other approvals included fence replacement at 11 South Street, porch steps at 206 August Street, roof work at 6 Brookletts Avenue and 119 S. Harrison Street, and after-the-fact signage at 521 August Street.

• Approved 18-ft wooden privacy fence replacement at 11 South Street (5-0)
• Approved concrete porch step replacement with wood at 206 August Street (5-0)
• Approved flat membrane roof replacement at 6 Brookletts Avenue (5-0)
• Approved roof replacement with architectural shingles and gutter replacement at 119 S. Harrison Street (5-0)
• Approved after-the-fact wall signs at 521 August Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition and reconstruction of side addition at American Legion Post 77, 102 W. Glenwood Avenue (5-0)
• Approved demolition of Easton Ice Company building at 108 East Avenue for new amenity building (5-0)

Tree Board

Affordable Housing Commission

The Affordable Housing Commission will approve minutes from March 18 and discuss new business including a housing fair with Talbot County Planning & Zoning and a rental renovation program. The commission will move to closed session to review individual finances for the renovation program regarding Joshua-Otis and Lewis-Bonnie. The purchase program includes a marketing plan for 125 Locust Lane and a relaunch of the Home Purchase Assistance Program. Old business covers updates on Gannon's Range (31 lots, $98,000), Chapel Farms, and Fello Projects.

• Approval of minutes from March 18, 2026
• Housing Fair with Talbot Co Planning & Zoning and donation discussion
• Closed session to review individual finances for renovation program (Joshua-Otis, Lewis-Bonnie)
• 125 Locust Lane marketing plan and Home Purchase Assistance Program relaunch
• Gannon's Range update: 31 lots, $98,000

Town Council

The council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 update of the Town's Comprehensive Plan and adopt the plan. It will approve a storm‑drain lining contract for South Washington Street at Papermill and adopt an accessibility ordinance for pedestrian facilities. The council also authorizes issuance of two general‑obligation bonds—$46,750 and $141,110—to fund lead service line inventory and modeling for the water system.

• Approval of Pleasants Construction, Inc. storm drain lining proposal for S. Washington Street at Papermill
• Ordinance No. 852 adding accessibility guidelines for pedestrian facilities in the public right‑of‑way
• Ordinance No. 853 authorizing issuance of two bonds: $46,750 and $141,110 for lead service line inventory and modeling
• Resolution No. 6221 adopting the Town of Easton 2026 Comprehensive Plan
• Public hearing on the proposed 2026 update of the Town's Comprehensive Plan

The Town Council approved a $109,572.95 storm drain lining proposal and multiple resolutions regarding housing and community grants. The 2026 Comprehensive Plan public hearing was continued to allow for more community engagement.

• Approved March meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved Talbot County 250th Celebration street closure
• Approved Delmarva Pride Festival (4-3)
• Approved $109,572.95 storm drain lining proposal from Pleasants Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6218 regarding Foundation of Hope, Inc. housing grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6220 regarding Blake Blackston American Legion grant (unanimous)
• Approved February invoices totaling $1,410,526.16 (unanimous)
• Continued 2026 Comprehensive Plan public hearing

Town Council

The Town Council reviewed the upcoming fiscal year budget covering building services, capital projects, and administrative departments. Discussions included a new pay scale system, departmental reorganizations, and revenue projections. A final budget presentation with a public hearing is scheduled for May 4, 2026.

• Increased Town Council clothing budget to $1,000
• Eliminated $50,000 building/facility pole structure from capital items
• Implemented new pay scale system with a one-time 3% increase for all employees
• Scheduled final budget presentation and public hearing for May 4, 2026

Town Council

The Town Council held a budget hearing workshop to review departmental requests and operational needs. Discussions covered human resources, fire services, building code enforcement, planning, IT, and police operations.

• Decided not to renew $17,000 ADP pay scales software
• Denied request for HR vehicle
• Approved EVFD requests including $45,000 for turnout gear and $7,500 for hose allotment
• Added $20,000 to Building Department for ADA compliance plan review
• Approved EPD capital requests for plate carriers and two K9 Tahoe vehicles ($200,000)
• Denied EPD request for SWAT armored vehicle

General

The Planning Commission will hear a presentation on the Town of Easton's 2025 Draft East End Area Plan. After public comment, the commission will deliberate and take action on the draft plan.

• Presentation of the Town of Easton 2025 Draft East End Area Plan

Town Council

The Town Council conducted budget hearings covering Economic Development, Public Works, Sanitation, and Parks. Discussions included departmental reorganizations, proposed pay scales, and capital project priorities.

• Public Works reorganized to include Engineering and a new Shop Division as a division under Public Works
• Professional Services accounts consolidated into one account for legal and other services
• All positions received a 3% pay raise per the new pay scale
• Sanitation sweeper and bulk truck requests denied for FY26
• Construction and Shop Division 10-wheel dump truck request declined
• Construction and Shop Division loader replacement cut

Easton Staff Development Review

The Easton Town Council will discuss a request to allow an automotive repair garage at 29512 Canvasback Drive. The applicant, Elevate Performance, is seeking a Commercial Special Exception under the Town's Zoning Ordinance.

• Review of Commercial Special Exception for automotive repair garage at 29512 Canvasback Drive
• Applicant: Elevate Performance
• Location: 29512 Canvasback Drive, Tax Map 0109, Grid 00EA, Parcel 4582, Lot 56
• Zoning District: CG (Commercial General)

Park Advisory Board

Town Council

The Town Council held a workshop to discuss updates to several chapters of the Town Code. Discussions focused on modernizing fire prevention standards, updating refuse collection rules, and reviewing property maintenance requirements.

• Adopted 2012 property maintenance code
• Clarified Carbon Monoxide detector requirements for rentals per Maryland law
• Updated Affordable Housing Board member count to seven members plus one alternate
• Established requirement for semiannual reconciliation of the affordable housing fund
• Removed town-level electrical licensing requirement to match state law

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider amendments to previously approved exterior alterations for the Academy Art Museum (106-110 Talbot Lane) and for Bluepoint Hospitality at 113 N. Washington Street. New business includes after-the-fact approval for a PVC railing, a sunroom conversion, a metal roof, and a front door replacement. The commission will also hold a preliminary discussion on proposed new apartments at 17 E. Dover Street and elect a chairperson and vice chairperson.

• Amendment to Academy Art Museum 3,640 sq ft addition at 106-110 Talbot Lane
• Amendment for Bluepoint Hospitality brick masonry repair at 113 N. Washington Street
• After-the-fact approval for PVC hand railing at 112 N. Park Street
• Conversion of rear deck to sunroom at 406 August Street
• Emergency roof replacement at 31 E. Dover Street

The Historic District Commission approved multiple applications for building additions, roof replacements, and material modifications. Decisions included an amendment to the Academy Art Museum scope of work and after-the-fact approvals for various residential structures.

• Approved agenda summary (6-0-0-1)
• Approved amended scope of work for Academy Art Museum at 106, 108 & 110 Talbot Lane (5-0-1-1)
• Approved after-the-fact masonry and window work at 113 N. Washington Street (5-0-1-1)
• Approved after-the-fact vinyl handrail installation at 112 N. Park Street (5-0-1-1)
• Approved rear deck demolition and one-story addition at 406 August Street (6-0-0-1)
• Approved roof replacement for outbuildings and front porch at 112 Talbot Street (6-0-0-1)

Affordable Housing Commission

The Easton Affordable Housing Commission will discuss the 2026 Planning statements for developers, the rental renovation program, and the Home purchase assistance program. The agenda also includes updates on the Gannon range and Chapel farms projects.

• Approval of minutes from 2/17/26 and 3/3/2026
• Discussion of 2026 Planning statements for developers
• Review of rental renovation program
• Update on Gannon range project ($98,000)
• Update on Chapel farms project

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings. The sole application on the agenda, a special exception for solar panels at 12 Magnolia Street, has been withdrawn. No other requests for relief or variance will be heard.

• Application SE-1636 / SE 26-02 for solar panels at 12 Magnolia Street withdrawn from agenda
• Approval of minutes from December 16, 2025 and February 17, 2026 meetings

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a workshop on code revisions for Chapters 9 through 15. They will consider a storm drain lining proposal from Pleasants Construction, Inc. for S. Washington Street at Papermill and a request to set a public hearing for Comprehensive Plan Adoption or Modification. Invoices totaling $1,410,526.16 will be reviewed, and public assembly events (Sign Wave Rally, Easter Egg Hunt, Delmarva Pride Festival) will be approved. A presentation on disc golf in Easton is also scheduled.

• Workshop on Code Revisions (Chapters 9 through 15)
• Storm drain lining proposal from Pleasants Construction, Inc. for S. Washington Street at Papermill
• Invoices from February 2026 totaling $1,410,526.16
• Request to set public hearing for Comprehensive Plan Adoption or Modification
• Public assembly events: Sign Wave Rally (March 28), Easter Egg Hunt (April 4), Delmarva Pride Festival (June 13)

Tree Board

Historic District Commission

The Easton Historic District Commission will consider six applications for exterior alterations to contributing historic structures, including amendments to previously approved certificates of appropriateness. They will also elect officers for the coming year and approve minutes from prior meetings. Items include window replacements, a porch addition, and emergency roof replacements.

• Amendment to COA for window design at 7 Brookletts Avenue (HD 25-101)
• Amendment to COA for second-floor windows at 107 & 109 S. Washington Street (HD 25-15)
• New application for roof, windows, siding, doors at 33 S. Harrison Street (HD 26-14)
• New application for 12'x14' porch addition at 207 S. Aurora Street (HD 26-15)
• Emergency roof replacement consent docket items at 213 Davis Avenue and 106 N. Washington Street

The Historic District Commission postponed its annual officer election to a later meeting. It then approved a hanging sign request for 16 N. Washington Street by a 5‑0 vote. The commission also approved a window‑replacement amendment for 7 Brookletts Avenue with conditions by a 4‑1 vote, and approved a window‑material amendment for 107 & 109 S. Washington Street by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved sign application for 16 N. Washington St (5-0)
• Approved window replacement amendment for 7 Brookletts Ave with conditions (4-1)
• Approved window material amendment for 107 & 109 S. Washington St (5-0)

Affordable Housing Commission

The Easton Affordable Housing Commission will consider updates to its renovation program, including a closed‑session review of individual finances and approval of an edited renovation plan. It will also discuss the relaunch of the Home Purchase Assistance Program and a marketing plan for 125 Loucst Lane. Additional agenda items cover the Building Affordable ?? Housing Task Force, updates on Gannon's Range lot sale, and other ongoing projects. The meeting will conclude with adjournment and scheduling of the next session.

• Renovation Program moved to closed session per General Provisions 3‑305(B)(2) to review individual finances; edited program approved
• Purchase Program: 125 Loucst Lane marketing plan and relaunch of the Home Purchase Assistance Program
• New Business: Building Affordable ?? Housing Task Force – statements for developers, rental renovation program, and donations
• Old Business: Gannon’s Range update – 31 lots valued at $98,000
• Old Business: Updates on Chapel Farms and Fello Projects

Town Council

The Easton Town Council will hear a presentation on the FY2025 audit from CliftonLarsonAllen and vote to accept the audited financial statements. The agenda includes approvals for multiple public assembly events, a property maintenance bid, and presentations on gun safety, rural broadband, and the Waterfowl Festival. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in Maryland.

• Accept FY2025 audited financial statements as presented by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
• Approval for Property Maintenance Bid (no amount specified)
• Public assembly events: Recurring Vigil for Peace, St. Patrick's Day Parade and Potato Race, Easter Egg-Stravaganza, Chesapeake Creative Wellness, Outdoor Summer Concert Series, Plein Air
• Presentation by Easton High School Clay Target Team on gun safety
• Closed session under General Provisions Article § 3-305(b)(4) for business incentive proposal

The Town Council approved the FY2025 audited financial statements and awarded the property maintenance contract to Prestwood LLC for properties up to 2 acres and to Marshall’s Professional Property Management LLC for larger properties. It also approved a series of community events, including the recurring Vigil for Peace and Social Justice, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Potato Race, the Easter Eggstravaganza, the Chesapeake Creative Wellness Mini‑Festivals, the Outdoor Summer Concert Series, and the Plein Air Easton Festival. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved FY2025 audited financial statements (unanimous)
• Awarded property maintenance contract to Prestwood LLC (up to 2 acres) and Marshall’s Professional Property Management LLC (over 2 acres) (unanimous)
• Approved recurring Vigil for Peace and Social Justice (unanimous)
• Approved St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Potato Race (unanimous)
• Approved Easter Eggstravaganza (unanimous)
• Approved Chesapeake Creative Wellness Mini‑Festivals (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Outdoor Summer Concert Series (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Plein Air Easton Festival (unanimous)

Easton Staff Development Review

The Easton Town Council will discuss three zoning applications. One seeks a commercial special exception to operate an automotive repair garage at 29512 Canvasback Drive in the CG district. Another requests a commercial special exception for solar panels at 12 Magnolia Street in the R-10A residential district. A third proposes an amendment to an approved Planned Unit Development for Lowe's at 501 Glebe Road to expand its outdoor display area.

• Application 2026‑1648: Elevate Performance requests a commercial special exception for an automotive repair garage at 29512 Canvasback Drive (CG district).
• Application 2026‑1636: Sunrise Solar Inc. requests a commercial special exception for solar panel arrays at 12 Magnolia Street (R‑10A district).
• Application 2026‑1649: Lowe's Home Centers seeks an amendment to its approved PUD to expand the outdoor display area at 501 Glebe Road.

Park Advisory Board

The Easton Park Advisory Board will meet on February 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes routine items such as a call to order, acknowledgments, approval of minutes, and presentations from the Director of Parks and Recreation, the Town Engineer, and board members. The board may hold part of the meeting in closed session. The next meeting is scheduled for March 24, 2026.

Historic District Commission

The Easton Historic District Commission will consider applications for a new hanging sign, a roof and window replacement, and a porch addition. The body will also elect officers and approve meeting minutes.

• Review of a 25"x27" PVC hanging sign at 16 N. Washington Street
• Review of roof, window, siding, and door replacement at 33 S. Harrison Street
• Review of a 12' x 14' porch addition at 207 S. Aurora Street
• Annual election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Approval of Draft Decision Summaries from January 12 and February 9, 2026

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation to the Town Council for the 2026 Draft Comprehensive Plan. They will also review two signage applications for businesses at 16 N. Washington Street and 11 Bay Street. The meeting includes election of 2026 officers and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Recommendation on 2026 Draft Comprehensive Plan
• Signage application for Maury Donnelly & Parr, Inc. at 16 N. Washington Street (25"x27" PVC hanging sign)
• Signage application for Kissed by the Sun Spa at 11 Bay Street (29"x125" PVC board)
• Election of 2026 officers
• Approval of December 18, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved two signage plans—Callahan Signs at 16 N. Washington Street and Harbinger Sign & Design at 11 Bay Street—each with conditions, voting 4‑0‑0‑1. It also approved the Town of Easton 2026 Comprehensive Plan and recommended the Town Council adopt Resolution 26‑01, with the same 4‑0‑0‑1 vote. The election of 2026 officers was postponed to a later meeting.

• Approved Callahan Signs signage plan with conditions (Vote 4 - 0 - 0 - 1)
• Approved Harbinger Sign & Design signage plan with condition (Vote 4 - 0 - 0 - 1)
• Approved 2026 Comprehensive Plan and recommended Resolution 26-01 (Vote 4 - 0 - 0 - 1)
• Election of 2026 officers tabled

Affordable Housing Commission

The Affordable Housing Commission will approve prior minutes, discuss the Housing Task Force planning and a rental renovation program, and move to closed session to review individual finances. They will also discuss the marketing plan for 125 Locust Lane and the relaunch of the Home Purchase Assistance Program. Updates will be provided on developments including Gannon's Range (31 lots, $98,000), Chapel Farms, St. Marks Senior Living, and Fello Projects.

• Approval of minutes from February 3, 2026 meeting
• Move to closed session for individual finance review
• Discussion of 125 Locust Lane marketing plan
• Home Purchase Assistance Program relaunch
• Update on Gannon's Range development: 31 lots at $98,000

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider a request to expand a day care facility at 29671 Meadow Gate Drive.

• Approval of Draft Decision Summary from December 16, 2025
• Special Exception request for day care expansion at 29671 Meadow Gate Drive
• Applicant: Charlene Fraser Wright on behalf of Chesapeake Little Explorers

The Board voted 3‑0‑0‑1 to approve a special exception allowing a small‑group day care with up to twelve children at 29671 Meadow Gate Drive. The approval is subject to state licensing, capacity limits per the Maryland Certificate of Registration, and a Certificate of Occupancy within two years. The board also tabled the review of the December 16, 2025 decision summary to the March 17, 2026 meeting.

• Approved special exception for day care at 29671 Meadow Gate Drive (vote 3‑0‑0‑1)
• Tabled review of December 16, 2025 decision summary to March 17, 2026

Town Council

The Town Council will consider annexing 36.520 acres of land and amending the zoning map for the area. The body will also approve a fertilizer application contract and confirm the appointment of a representative to the Talbot County Parks & Recreation Advisory Board.

• Annexation of 36.520 acres of land to the Town of Easton
• Amending the Official Zoning Map to apply Industrial (I) zoning
• Approval of fertilizer application contract with Choptank Turf and Pest Management
• Confirmation of Michael Brophy to the Talbot County Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
• Review of invoices totaling $1,697,154.29

The Town Council unanimously approved the minutes from the February 2, 2026 meeting. Council members confirmed Michael Brophy as Easton's representative on the Talbot County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The Code Revision Workshop resulted in staff action items but no formal council decisions. No other substantive votes were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved February 2, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed Michael Brophy as town representative to Talbot County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

Tree Board

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness applications, including new construction of a two-story commercial training building at 52 S. Washington Street, as well as fence and sign replacements. A previously scheduled application for window replacement at 7 Brookletts Avenue has been withdrawn. The commission will also hold its annual election for chairperson and vice chairperson.

• New construction of a two-story commercial training building with off-street parking at 52 S. Washington Street (Foundation of Hope Inc.)
• Withdrawal of application 2025-1577 for window replacement at 7 Brookletts Avenue
• In-kind replacement of side yard picket fence at 100 E. Dover Street (Midshore Community Foundation)
• Installation of a 25x27-inch double-sided PVC hanging sign at 16 N. Washington Street (Maury Donnelly & Parr Inc.)
• Installation of an iron railing to the front porch at 115 S. Harrison Street

The Historic District Commission approved the meeting agenda and withdrew a prior window‑replacement request. It approved a new two‑story, 5,400‑sq‑ft structure at 52 S. Washington Street and several fence and sign applications, while one signage request was tabled. The election of officers and a decision‑summary review were also tabled.

• Agenda summary approved (5-0-0-2)
• Window‑replacement request withdrawn (no vote)
• Approved new two‑story 5,400‑sq‑ft building at 52 S. Washington St (5-0-0-2)
• Approved fence replacement at 100 E. Dover St (5-0-0-2)
• Signage application at 16 N. Washington St tabled (5-0-0-2)
• Approved wall sign at 126 Port St (5-0-0-2)
• Approved fence replacement at 304 S. Harrison St (5-0-0-2)
• Approved iron handrail at 115 S. Harrison St (5-0-0-2)

Affordable Housing Commission

The Affordable Housing Commission will discuss updates on several housing projects, including the Gannon's Range development involving 31 lots with a $98,000 budget. They will also consider the Home Purchase Assistance program, a rental renovation program, and potential buyer interest for 125 Locust Lane. Old business items such as Chapel Farms, Calvert Street Senior Living, and Fello Projects will be reviewed.

• Gannon's Range update – 31 lots with a $98,000 allocation
• Home Purchase Assistance application and re‑launch statements for developers
• Rental Renovation Program – Roy
• Potential buyer discussion for 125 Locust Lane
• Updates on Chapel Farms, Calvert Street Senior Living, and Fello Projects

Town Council

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting. Council members reached consensus to increase the Affordable Housing Home Purchase Assistance grant from $6,000 to up to $10,000. A vote on the annexation and zoning resolution (6216) and related ordinance (849) was scheduled for the February 16 meeting pending applicant review. The town initiated a commercial trash‑billing audit and will not make retroactive adjustments.

• Approved Jan. 20, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Council consensus to increase Home Purchase Assistance grant to up to $10,000
• Scheduled vote on Resolution 6216 and Ordinance 849 for Feb. 16 meeting (pending)
• Initiated audit of commercial trash billing; no retroactive adjustments approved
• Reschedule Golton Park ribbon‑cutting event (canceled Feb. 10)
• Town Engineer to investigate street‑camera installation request
• Town Attorney to review legal language of commercial trash fees
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Easton Staff Development Review

The council will note that the sketch Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Dove Lane and Calvert Street site has been withdrawn from the agenda. No further action on this proposal will be taken at this meeting.

• Withdrawal of sketch PUD review for parcels 885-905 & 907-928 at Dove Lane and Calvert Street (R-10A zoning)

Park Advisory Board

The Park Advisory Board will meet to receive updates from the Mayor, Town Engineer, and Director of Parks and Recreation. The agenda consists of procedural items and general updates.

• Golton Park Ribbon Cutting Celebration scheduled for February 10, 2026

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review five applications for certificates of appropriateness, including a new two-story commercial training building at 52 S. Washington Street, in-kind fence replacements, and sign installations. The commission will also hold its annual election for chairperson and vice chairperson and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• New construction of a two-story commercial training building with parking at 52 S. Washington Street (Crosby & Associates, LLC for Foundation of Hope Inc.)
• In-kind replacement of side yard picket fence at 100 E. Dover Street (Midshore Community Foundation)
• Installation of a 25"x27" double-sided PVC hanging sign at 16 N. Washington Street (Maury Donnelly & Parr, Inc.)
• Installation of individual acrylic lettering (7" height) across 60" span at 126 Port Street (Neighborhood Service Center Inc.)
• In-kind replacement of side yard fence at 304 S. Harrison Street (Robert Wenneson)

Affordable Housing Commission

The Affordable Housing Commission will discuss updates to the Home Purchase Assistance program, including the proposed sale of 125 Locust Lane. A renovation program will be moved to closed session for individual finance review. Old‑business items such as the Gannon's Range lot sale ($69,000) and updates on Elliott Road Apartments, Chapel Farms, Calvert Street Senior Living, and Fello Projects will also be reviewed.

• Sale of 125 Locust Lane under the Home Purchase Assistance Program
• Renovation Program moved to closed session for individual finance review
• Gannon's Range update: sale of 23 lots for $69,000
• Updates on Elliott Road Apartments, Chapel Farms, Calvert Street Senior Living, and Fello Projects
• AHF Update: Home Purchase Assistance re‑launch, developer statements, rental renovation program

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on annexing a 36.52-acre parcel on Ocean Gateway, owned by Norris E. Taylor Contractors and the Goodmans, and rezoning it to Industrial (I). They will also procedurally close the hearing and withdraw Ordinance No. 848 (parking revisions) and Resolution No. 6215 (fee schedule updates). Additionally, the Council will confirm Jennifer K. Vaccaro to the Tree Board and review invoices totaling $2,305,211.48.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 6216 to annex 36.52 acres on Ocean Gateway near Nixon and Reagan Drives
• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 849 to apply Industrial (I) zoning to the annexed parcel
• Procedural closure of public hearing and withdrawal of Ordinance No. 848 (parking code revisions) and Resolution No. 6215 (license and fee updates)
• Confirmation of Jennifer K. Vaccaro to the Tree Board
• Review of invoices from 12/3/2025-12/31/2025 totaling $2,305,211.48

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider several applications for exterior alterations on contributing and non-contributing properties. Items include an amendment for a privacy fence at 300 Talbot Street, a fence installation at 123 S. Locust Lane, an unpermitted porch step replacement at 224 N. Aurora Street, a fence replacement at 204 S. Harrison Street, and window replacements at 110 S. Hanson Street. One application for a new two-story commercial training facility at 52 S. Washington Street has been withdrawn. The commission will also approve minutes from the December 22, 2025 meeting.

• Amendment to previously approved alterations: 6' wooden privacy fence at 300 Talbot Street (Rauch Inc. for For All Seasons)
• Unpermitted front porch step replacement at 224 N. Aurora Street (Ronald Newnam/TG LLC) with enforcement notice
• Fence installation at 123 S. Locust Lane (Latrish Oseko)
• Side yard fence replacement at 204 S. Harrison Street (Gordon Architects for George Gordan and Elizabeth Casquiero)
• Window replacement with storm windows at 110 S. Hanson Street for Bethel A.M.E. Church

Tree Board

General

The Easton Planning Commission will review the Maryland Department of Planning's recommendations on the 2025 Draft Comprehensive Plan. It will also evaluate public feedback received on the draft. The commission will then discuss finalizing the draft plan. The meeting is a workshop with no scheduled public comment period.

• Call to Order – workshop format, no public comment scheduled
• 2025 Draft Comprehensive Plan: Agency Comment Review – evaluation of state department recommendations
• 2025 Draft Comprehensive Plan: Public Comment Review – evaluation of public feedback
• Discussion: Finalizing the Draft Comprehensive Plan

Affordable Housing Commission

The Easton Affordable Housing Commission will discuss 2026 planning for the Housing Task Force, including re-launching the Home Purchase Assistance program, creating developer statements, and the Rental Renovation Program. They will also move to closed session to review individual finances for two applicants and receive updates on several projects such as Gannon's Range (23 lots, $69,000) and Elliott Road Apartments.

• Housing Task Force 2026 planning: Home Purchase Assistance re-launch, developer statements, Rental Renovation Program, and potential sale of 125 Locust Lane
• Closed session to review individual finances for Joshua-Otis and DeLaurentis-Bonnie & Aly
• Purchase program discussion on 125 Locust Lane and increasing Home Purchase Assistance amount
• Updates on Gannon's Range (23 lots, $69,000), Elliott Road Apartments, Chapel Farms, Calvert Street Senior Living, and Fello Projects

Town Council

The Easton Town Council will consider revising parking provisions, amending zoning and subdivision codes, and updating fee structures. The meeting includes public hearings on these items and the re-election of the Easton Volunteer Fire Department chief.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 848 (parking provisions)
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 850 (zoning and subdivision amendments)
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 851 (Planned Redevelopment Overlay District)
• Public hearing on Resolution No. 6215 (license, permit, and inspection fees)
• Approval of Chief JR Dobson's re-election to the Easton Volunteer Fire Department