Grants & funding in Maryland local government
What Maryland city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
443 Maryland meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Maryland with the most grants & funding activity
- Hyattsville, MD (43)
- Kent County, MD (36)
- Hagerstown, MD (29)
- Allegany County, MD (25)
- Takoma Park, MD (20)
- College Park, MD (18)
- Prince George's County, MD (18)
- Annapolis, MD (16)
- Calvert County, MD (16)
- Baltimore, MD (14)
- Cecil County, MD (13)
- Harford County Public Schools, MD (13)
Latest matching meetings
Committee reviews quarterly status of $641 million in federal ARPA funds.
The Budget & Appropriations Committee will hold a quarterly oversight hearing on the management and disbursement of $641 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds allocated to Baltimore. The session will review the current financial status and progress of these federal relief dollars. No binding votes or policy…
Committee reviews how opioid restitution funds are being spent
The committee is holding a reconvening hearing to assess the allocation and impact of Opioid Restitution funds. The goal is to ensure money supports effective, evidence-based strategies for vulnerable populations.
City Council to approve water fee ordinances and multiple grant agreements
The Hagerstown City Council will consider two new ordinances amending Chapter 238 and Chapter 240 to establish water and sewer miscellaneous fees for FY27 through FY31. Council members will also vote on several resolutions, including a settlement with Boulevard Contractors, LLC at 32 N. Potomac Street and the…
Board to review FY26 final financial and performance reports
This is a routine procedural meeting of the Wicomico County Local Management Board. The board will approve previous minutes, receive updates on grants, and review final financial and performance reports for fiscal year 2026. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
Council reviews school budget amendment and new sewer assessment
The County Council will hold a work session to discuss a budget amendment for Cecil County Public Schools. The body will also introduce legislation regarding a sanitary sewer benefit assessment and several supplemental appropriations for grant funds.
Town Commission to discuss ADU ordinance and grant request
The Poolesville Town Commission will convene to approve minutes from June 22, 2026, and discuss a new Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance. The body will also review a grant request from Poolesville Cats Inc. and receive a report from the Town Manager.
Board will consider an invasive plant removal grant and development updates
The College Park Tree & Landscape Board will discuss development updates for The Boulevard, review June 2026 meeting minutes, and receive reports from Public Works. Items include an invasive plant removal grant, a food and tree garden letter, the Great Trees of College Park Initiative, and planning for upcoming…
Cambridge Traffic and Safety Committee to review speed ordinance and grants
The committee will discuss updates regarding grants and traffic demonstrations. The meeting also includes a review of the NACTO and speed ordinance.
Discussion of an over‑expenditure issue at the Fire Training Center
The Worcester County Commission will hold a closed session to discuss a personnel summary and receive legal advice. In the regular session, commissioners will approve minutes from June 16, 2026, and address several agenda items including the FY27 Open Space Annual Program, a Community Development Block Grant waiver…
Board to approve CRRF Judy Center Grant scope revision
The Kent County Local Management Board will review and approve minutes from May and a scope revision for the CRRF Judy Center Grant. The director will provide updates on KNOCK! Action Planning, a training, a staff position, and a Student Housing Action Team RFP. The board will also discuss the status of small rolling…
RDA reports $240,000 grant from Maryland Dept. of Environment for town projects
The Town Manager will brief the mayor and council on staffing vacancies and ongoing work with the Prince George’s Redevelopment Authority to acquire vacant lots, promote affordable housing, and use tax lien processes, noting a $240,000 grant from the Maryland Department of Environment. The report also updates on the…
Finance Committee discusses supplemental appropriations and budget updates
The Finance Committee will review supplemental grant appropriations for LED lighting and alcohol compliance. The meeting also includes a discussion on budget to actuals and a finance department update.
Town to consider donation of two lots and resolutions for community programs
The Berwyn Heights Town Council will convene to approve meeting minutes, department reports, and committee updates. The primary agenda items include introducing an ordinance to accept a donation of two lots and adopting resolutions for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and a town dinosaur initiative.
Council to vote on $15.4M in grant appropriations for public safety, courts, and health
The Prince George's County Council will hold a legislative session to enact several bills and adopt resolutions, including a supplementary appropriation of $15,381,210 in federal, state, and other funds for multiple county departments. Other final actions include an emergency act on vehicle access and recovery…
Council considers multi-year plan for Local Impact Grant funds
The Prince George's County Council, sitting as the Committee of the Whole, will discuss the Local Impact Grant Funds Multi-Year Plan, including a revised FY27 spending plan. The Office of Management and Budget presented the plan and related attachments. A vote may follow the discussion.
Commissioners consider FY2027 Recidivism Reduction Project grant acceptance
The Kent County Commissioners will review and decide on the acceptance of a FY2027 grant for the Recidivism Reduction Project presented by the Director of Grants & Contracts. They will also consider a change order request for the FY2026 Dixie Land Energy contract and a request for two Correctional Officer I vacancies…
Cheverly Council to vote on federal CDBG grant participation for 2027–2029
The Mayor and Council will decide whether to continue participating in the Prince George's County CDBG Urban County Cooperation program. The meeting also includes updates on local infrastructure and a discussion with Verizon representatives regarding coverage.
Planning Board to review Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations
The Planning Board will discuss and approve draft comments for the Mayor and Council regarding Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations and the Port Towns Preliminary Sector Plan. The board will also receive updates on several local development projects and grants.
Committee to review new grant awards and FY 2026 impact report
The Grants Review Committee will receive an update on new grant awards and discuss an upcoming impact report for the past fiscal year. The meeting also includes committee membership changes and is largely procedural.
Council to consider accessory dwelling units ordinance and $15M grant appropriation
The Prince George's County Council holds a legislative session on July 7, 2026, with a consent agenda including first readings of bills on emergency weather operations, sign standards, and accessory dwelling units, plus resolutions on stop-sign cameras, school and safety surcharges, and a $15,381,210 grant…
Council to consider two-year moratorium on hyperscale data centers
The County Council sitting as Committee of the Whole will discuss and vote on a two-year moratorium on hyperscale data center operations (CR-066-2026). They will also consider adjusting the School Facilities Surcharge and Public Safety and Behavioral Health Surcharge for FY2027, and approving a $15,381,210…
Commissioners will vote on purchasing property for a new regional wastewater plant.
The Kent County Commissioners will consider a resolution to authorize the purchase of property for a new county regional wastewater treatment facility. They will also hold a public hearing on a Class B alcoholic beverage license for Rock Hall Brewing Company LLC and approve several contracts and grant agreements…
Commission to discuss rental renovation funding and housing projects
The Easton Affordable Housing Commission will approve minutes, discuss a TIS funding request for rental renovations, and review updates on senior housing and specific development projects.
Commissioners to consider rezoning case and master plan
The Worcester County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Rezoning Case No. 452 and discuss the Northern Worcester Master Plan. They also approved a closed session to discuss personnel matters and legal advice. Other consent agenda items include a grant application and a camera system.
Council to adopt 2026 Comprehensive Plan, apply for CDBG for senior housing
The Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Plan and authorizing a Community Development Block Grant application for a senior affordable housing project called Osprey. They will also accept a $2,001,429 recycling contract with Republic Services, introduce two new police…
Committee to consider residential infill in RR zone inside Beltway
The Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee will vote on several items, including a proposed letter to the Maryland Department of Planning regarding Priority Funding Area amendments for Parkland Rock Creek, an ordinance increasing off-street parking requirements for elderly/disabled housing, a resolution…
Council to recommend FY 2027 spending allocation
The Local Development Council will consider recommendations for FY 2027 spending allocation, receive an update on the Rocky Gap Local Impact Grant, and hear a report from Rocky Gap Casino. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and discussion of new ideas.
Town considers adopting a grant for Elkton Surface Water Treatment Plant improvements
The Mayor and Commissioners will vote on Resolution R8-2026 to adopt the Maryland Community Development Block Grant application for the Elkton Surface Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project. They will also introduce Ordinance 3-2026 concerning Major Facility Fees and renew a contract with Certified Seal Company…
Council to vote on exemption for corporate flags from sign permit rules
The Talbot County Council will vote on Bill 1626, exempting corporate flags from sign permit requirements. A public hearing is scheduled for Bill 1627, allowing partial release of agricultural land preservation agreements under certain conditions. The council will also consider multiple contract extensions, including…
Committee considers water and sewer plan amendments and transportation grant authority
The Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee will review three legislative items. These include updates to water and sewer property designations, authorization for FY 2027 transportation grant applications, and new regulations regarding prohibited home businesses.
Receipt of FY27 NORC grant and summer senior activities on agenda
The Age-Friendly Work Group will discuss updates on aging and wellness programming for summer 2026, including a BBQ, oral history project, and walks. Key updates include receipt of a FY27 NORC grant from the Maryland Department of Aging and a permanent coordinator position. The group also received a site visit for the…
LMB board reviews grants and reports at routine meeting
The Wicomico County Local Management Board holds a standard monthly meeting to approve prior minutes and receive updates on LMB reports and grants. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda consists of procedural and informational items.
Board to approve FY27 budget, contracts, and trail projects
The Allegany County Board of Commissioners will consider approving the FY26 school budget amendment, various FY27 contracts including $4.1M for the Borden Tunnel trail, and community grant requests. The meeting will also include public hearings on road openings and wastewater upgrades.
Board ratifies AFSCME employee contract, approves new hires and grants
The Board of Education ratified a collective bargaining agreement with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). It also approved new contract hires, administrative appointments, and a consent agenda that included donations, bids/contracts, and federal grants for Perkins, IDEA Part C…
Council to vote on budget amendments, discuss hospital demolition
The City Council will vote on second reading ordinances approving FY26 Budget Amendment No. 4 and the Stormwater Management Budget Amendment No. 4. They will also hear a presentation from Adventist Healthcare on hospital demolition. Other actions include a single reading ordinance for Community Quality of Life Grant…
Committee reviews oversight of the Opioid Restitution Fund
The committee is holding a public hearing to assess how opioid restitution funds are being allocated. The goal is to ensure money supports effective, evidence-based strategies for vulnerable populations.
Wolf Road repairs contract and $1.39M radio contract on agenda
This meeting includes a consent agenda with multiple purchase orders and agreements, and an action item for a road repairs contract. The consent agenda features a $1,392,311.53 portable radio solution from Motorola and a $77,164.80 HR software from NEOGOV. The action agenda is a vote on a contract with Richard…
County commissioners to adopt Responsible AI Policy Resolution 2026-14
The Kent County Commissioners are meeting for a legislative day session. They will consider consent items including contract renewals, a grant acceptance, and road repairs. Notable items include a public hearing on alcoholic beverage licenses, a request to reallocate funds for HVAC installation at the detention…
Committee reviews grants, demo schedule, speed ordinance, Willis St complaint
The Cambridge Traffic & Safety Committee will receive updates on grant funding, the upcoming traffic demonstration schedule, and the review of the NACTO speed ordinance. The committee will also consider a new complaint regarding Willis Street. No decisions are indicated; items are for discussion and information.
Planning Board to discuss Port Towns Preliminary Plan and ADU regulations
The Planning Board will review the Port Towns Preliminary Sector Plan and draft comments for the Mayor and Council. Members will also discuss Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations and provide updates on several local development projects.