Bel Air, MD

Board of Town Commissioners

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners is holding a work session that includes a closed meeting to discuss the appointment of a Town Administrator. The closed session is authorized under Maryland law to protect applicant confidentiality. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss Town Administrator candidate(s) for appointment
• Meeting held at Bel Air Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Ave.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bel Air Historic Preservation Commission is holding its regular meeting on August 27, 2026, at Town Hall. The agenda includes approving minutes from the July 23 meeting, discussing recommendations on zoning violations, the America250 Find Our History Contest, and upcoming trainings, followed by CAMP training in the Community Room.

• Approval of meeting minutes from July 23, 2026
• HPC recommendations regarding zoning violations
• America250 Find Our History Contest
• Upcoming trainings
• CAMP training in Community Room

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners is holding a work session that consists almost entirely of a closed meeting to interview candidates for the town administrator position. The only public actions on the agenda are approving the agenda and adjourning. No other business is scheduled for public discussion.

• Closed meeting under Maryland Open Meetings Act to interview Town Administrator candidates
• Discussion of appointment of town administrator

Board of Appeals

The Bel Air Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to consider two requests: a special exception for a mental health/therapy office and a variance to reduce a side-yard setback. The board will also approve minutes from its July 21, 2026 meeting.

• Special exception request by Wholistic Living, LLC for a mental health/therapy office at 724 Rock Spring Road in the Transition Overlay / R-2 District
• Variance request by CS Elevated Home Improvements, LLC to reduce the required 10-foot side-yard setback to 1 foot at 301 Linwood Avenue in the R-1 District
• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2026 meeting

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners is holding a work session that includes a closed meeting to interview candidates for the Town Administrator position. The closed session is authorized under Maryland's Open Meetings Act to protect applicant confidentiality. The agenda is otherwise limited to agenda approval and adjournment.

• Closed session to interview Town Administrator candidate(s)
• Closed session under Md. Open Meetings Act § 3-305(b)(1)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners is meeting to consider several items, including a resolution to amend the armory fee schedule to include a veterans discount, renew Microsoft 365 contracts, and award a contract for elevator and lift maintenance. They will also discuss a reappointment to the Board of Building Appeals and recognize a police promotion and a history contest.

• Resolution 1279-26 amending Resolution 1246-25 armory fee schedule with veterans discount
• Microsoft 365 contract renewals
• Contract for parking garage elevator and band shell small lift
• Reappointment of Stephen Burdete to the Board of Building Appeals
• Promotion of Clarence Hicks to Officer First Class

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will hold a work session to review items for the upcoming town meeting, including a zoning ordinance amendment on parking requirements, a resolution to amend the Armory fee schedule with a veterans discount, and several contract renewals and addendums. The board will also discuss staffing updates and miscellaneous items, and then enter a closed session for legal advice and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 863-26 amending Chapter 165 zoning parking standards (satellite parking and fee in lieu)
• Resolution 1279-26 amending Armory fee schedule with veterans discount
• Microsoft 365 contract renewals
• Contract for parking garage elevator and band shell small lift
• Contract addendum for upfitting of Ford F-550 mini dump truck

Planning Commission

The Bel Air Planning Commission will review revisions to the Harford Mall Phase III and Phase IV site and landscape plans. The commission will also consider a site plan extension for a professional services office building.

• Revisions to Harford Mall Phase III and Phase IV Site Plan and Landscape Plan at 600 Belair Road
• Site plan extension for a 7,500 square-foot professional services office building at 109 East Churchville Road
• Review and approval of Revised Powers and Duties

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bel Air Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss requests for new fences and tax credits at two specific properties. The body will also address administrative matters and the America250 Find Our History Contest.

• HA-1807: Request for new fence and tax credit at Pyle House, 329 Webster Street
• HA-1792: Request for new fence and tax credit at Thomas-Sauer House, 124 W. Gordon Street
• America250 Find Our History Contest

Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need

The Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need will discuss summer heat protocols including use of library branches as cooling centers and communication during August heat waves. They will also review grant options for placing automated external defibrillators in senior housing and assess a fall-prevention class. The meeting includes follow-up on a historical society exhibit and feedback on accessibility for seniors.

• Review of potential grant for AED training and placement in senior housing
• Discussion of Matter of Balance fall-prevention class capacity at the Armory
• Review of town cooling center availability through Harford County Public Library branches
• Communication protocols to inform seniors during peak August heat waves
• Feedback on historical society exhibit accessibility for seniors and advertising to combat isolation

Board of Appeals

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

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

Board of Town Commissioners

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

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

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously (4-0), including a $420,103.20 five-year Axon body-worn camera contract renewal, a $75,651.24 Verkada surveillance equipment purchase, and a $278,248 refuse truck purchase. The board also filed the Planning Commission annual report, adjusted a planning commissioner's term, approved a sewer force main agreement, and authorized the chair to sign a HUD grant agreement. The meeting moved to closed session to discuss real property acquisition and did not return to open session.

• Approved Resolution 1277-26 filing Planning Commission 2025 Annual Report (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 1278-26 reducing Jeffrey Stamm's Planning Commission term by 8 months (4-0)
• Approved $420,103.20 Axon body-worn camera contract renewal (4-0)
• Approved $75,651.24 Verkada surveillance equipment purchase (4-0)
• Approved sewer force main agreement for 221 North Tollgate Road (4-0)
• Approved $278,248 purchase of 2027 Freightliner refuse truck (4-0)
• Approved $144,537.48 purchase of Ford F-550 mini dump truck (4-0)
• Approved FY27-FY29 Urban County Cooperative Agreement (4-0)

Board of Town Commissioners

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

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

The Board of Commissioners held a work session and approved the agenda 5-0. They discussed several upcoming purchases, including body-worn cameras, a refuse truck, and a mini dump truck, but no formal votes were taken on these items. The board also agreed to a closed session to discuss the vacant Town Administrator position.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Moved into closed session to discuss Town Administrator appointment (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting

Board of Town Commissioners

The commissioners will approve the Bel Air Downtown Alliance Main Street Designation Letter after public comment. In a closed session they will discuss a possible acquisition of real property for a public purpose and seek legal advice on two Harford County circuit court cases involving the town.

• Approval of Bel Air Downtown Alliance Main Street Designation Letter (new business)
• Consideration of acquiring real property for a public purpose (closed session)
• Consult counsel on Harford County Circuit Court Case C-12-CV-26-000281 (Town of Bel Air vs. 121 South Bond Street LLC)
• Consult counsel on Harford County Circuit Court Case C-12-CV-25-001030 (extension of Hickory Flats building permit)

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners approved the Main Street Maryland Program Agreement with the Bel Air Downtown Alliance, Inc. by a 4-0 vote. The board also approved the meeting agenda. No public comments were made, and the meeting moved into closed session to discuss property acquisition and legal matters.

• Approved Main Street Maryland Program Agreement with Bel Air Downtown Alliance (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Moved into closed session to discuss property acquisition and legal advice (5-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a special development, site plan, and landscape plan for a Dunkin Donuts/Jimmy Johns at 204-208 Hays Street. They will also discuss potential changes to work session procedures and staggering of commission member terms. Public comment will be accepted.

• Review of Special Development, Site Plan and Landscape Plan for Dunkin Donuts/Jimmy Johns at 204 and 208 Hays Street, submitted by Bel Air Downtown QSR, LLC
• Discussion of amending Planning Commission's Powers and Duties (Rules of Procedure) regarding work sessions and additional review time for large-scale projects
• Discussion of staggering of terms of Planning Commission members
• Approval of minutes from June 4, 2026

The Planning Commission approved the preliminary site plan, landscape plan, drive-thru, and outdoor dining uses for a combined Dunkin' Donuts/Jimmy John's restaurant at 204 and 208 Hayes Street, subject to numerous conditions. The approval requires the applicant to reduce outdoor seating from 20 to 6 seats, resolve property encroachments, and obtain several easements. The commission also discussed but did not decide on work session procedures and agreed to a plan to stagger member terms.

• Approved preliminary site plan for Dunkin'/Jimmy John's at 204/208 Hayes St with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved landscape plan conditioned on tree agreement and buffer reduction to 8 ft with 6-ft fence (unanimous)
• Approved drive-thru use based on 5 findings of fact (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor dining use limited to 6 seats (unanimous)
• Approved June 4, 2026 meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Discussed but did not decide on work session procedures for large projects
• Agreed to draft resolution to reduce Jeffrey Stamm's term by 8 months to stagger member terms

Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need

The committee will review updates on the AARP grant and senior housing AED availability. New business includes discussions regarding McFaul programming expansion and a Thanksgiving meal in Havre de Grace.

• AARP grant update
• Senior housing AED status review
• Help Your Neighbor Program Review
• McFaul Programming Expansion
• Havre de Grace Thanksgiving Meal

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will review and potentially approve a request for a new fence at the Pyle House (329 Webster Street), a historic property. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss the America250 Find Our History Contest. No other major decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of meeting minutes from May 28, 2026
• HA-1807 — Pyle House at 329 Webster Street: request for approval of a new fence
• Discussion of America250 Find Our History Contest

The Commission tabled a Certificate of Approval and a tax credit application for the Pyle House due to incomplete documentation and work performed without prior approval. The Commission also approved the purchase of promotional materials for the America250 history contest.

• Approved April 23, 2026, meeting minutes with modifications (All in favor)
• Approved May 28, 2026, meeting minutes with modifications (All in favor)
• Tabled Certificate of Approval for new fence at 329 Webster Street for additional information (All in favor)
• Tabled tax credit application for 329 Webster Street pending proper application (All in favor)
• Approved purchase and production of pamphlets and mugs for America 250 celebration (All in favor)

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board of Town Commissioners will hold public hearings on four items: Ordinance 861-26 to prohibit data centers in Bel Air, Ordinance 862-26 to amend sewer service rates, Resolution 1273-26 for Fiscal Year 2026 budget amendments, and Resolution 1274-26 for fee schedule amendments. New business includes a trash collection easement for Park Manor Condominium, a contract for bituminous concrete (asphalt), and ratification of laptop and backup/email protection purchases.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting data centers in town
• Public hearing on Ordinance 862-26 amending sewer service rates (Chapter 397)
• Public hearing on Resolution 1273-26 Fiscal Year 2026 budget amendments
• Public hearing on Resolution 1274-26 Town Fee Schedule amendments
• New business: Resolution 1275-26 Park Manor Condominium trash collection deed of easement

The Board of Town Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously (5-0), including a ban on data centers, a 7.4% sewer rate increase, FY26 budget amendments, and a new fee schedule. The board also ratified two previously approved IT purchases and accepted an asphalt supply contract.

• Approved Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting data centers in town (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 862-26 raising sewer rates 7.4% (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 1273-26 FY26 budget amendments incl. employee bonuses (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 1274-26 amending town fee schedule (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 1275-26 Park Manor trash collection easement (5-0)
• Accepted asphalt supply contract with Gray and Son, Inc. (5-0)
• Ratified $15,828.20 purchase of 10 Dell laptops (5-0)
• Ratified $39,489.36 Barracuda backup/email contract (5-0)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission will hold its monthly public meeting on June 17, 2026. The agenda includes administrative matters such as approval of minutes, budget review, and discussion of the FY27 budget. The commission will also address unfinished business on public art projects, including the Atwood-Marketplace Sculpture and Hearts of Harford Maintenance, as well as new sponsorship and event requests.

• Approval of May 20, 2026 minutes
• FY27 Budget review
• Atwood-Marketplace Sculpture update
• Hearts of Harford Maintenance update
• 10 West Salon Public Art Review/Sponsorship Request update

Board of Appeals

The Bel Air Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to consider a special exception request for a 32-bed assisted living facility at 908-910 S. Main Street, submitted by Platinum Sprinkler, LLC. The previous special exception for the same site expired on April 20, 2026. Administrative matters include approval of minutes and election of officers.

• Review special exception request for 32-bed assisted living facility at 908-910 S. Main St by Platinum Sprinkler, LLC
• Previous special exception approved April 20, 2023, expired April 20, 2026
• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2025
• Election of officers
• Qualification of Syed 'Wagar' Shah as expert witness in land planning

The Board of Appeals unanimously reapproved a special exception for a 32-bed assisted living facility at 908-910 South Main Street, submitted by Platinum Sprinkler, LLC. The previous approval had expired on April 20, 2026. The reapproval includes conditions on parking, access, signage, and ambulance service, and the photometric lighting plan will be reviewed by the Director of Planning.

• Approved amended agenda removing election of officers item (unanimous)
• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (2 abstentions)
• Qualified Syed 'Waqar' Shah as expert witness in land planning (unanimous)
• Reapproved special exception for 32-bed assisted living at 908-910 S. Main St. (unanimous)

Economic Community Development Commission

The Economic Community Development Commission will hold its regular meeting on June 11, 2026. The agenda includes discussion of the proposed relocation of the Maryland District Court and planning for the annual awards event, including selection of an architect for Archer-Bull eligible projects. The meeting will include a closed session to discuss award nominees and recommendations.

• Proposed relocation of the Maryland District Court (old business)
• Selection of an architect to review Archer-Bull eligible projects (new business)
• Setting the date for the annual awards event (new business)
• Closed session to review Archer-Bull Award eligible projects and Business of the Year nominees
• Approval of May 2026 meeting minutes

Tree Committee

The Town of Bel Air Tree Committee will hold a discussion meeting on June 10, 2026, at 705 E. Churchville Road. Members will continue reviewing the 2026 Community Forestry Program work plan and discuss proposed tree planting projects scheduled from Fall 2026 through Fall 2029. The agenda also covers approving the minutes from the May 13, 2026, meeting.

• Review and approval of May 13, 2026, meeting minutes
• Continuation of the 2026 Community Forestry Program work plan review
• Discussion of tree planting projects planned for Fall 2026 through Fall 2029
• Meeting location: Planning and Community Development Office at 705 E. Churchville Road

Board of Town Commissioners

At this work session, the Board of Town Commissioners will discuss purchasing Dell laptops and Barracuda cybersecurity software, and review a tentative agenda for the June 22 town meeting that includes public hearings on prohibiting data centers (Ordinance 861-26), amending sewer rates (Ordinance 862-26), FY2026 budget amendments, and fee schedule changes. The board will also enter closed session to discuss legal advice on two pending court cases and potential appointments for the vacant Town Administrator position.

• Purchase of Dell Pro Max 16 Laptop Computers
• Purchase of Barracuda Backup and Email Protection
• Public hearing on Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting data centers in Bel Air
• Public hearing on Ordinance 862-26 amending sewer service rate determination
• Closed session to discuss legal advice on two circuit court cases and Town Administrator appointment

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners held a work session and approved two purchases: ten Dell Pro Max 16 laptops for $15,828.20 and Barracuda backup/email protection services for $39,488.92. Both motions passed 5-0. The board also set a tentative agenda for the June 22 town meeting, including public hearings on a data center prohibition ordinance, sewer rate changes, FY26 budget amendments with employee bonuses, and fee schedule changes.

• Approved $15,828.20 purchase of ten Dell Pro Max 16 laptops (5-0)
• Approved $39,488.92 purchase of Barracuda backup and email protection (5-0)
• Approved agenda for the work session (5-0)
• Moved to closed session for legal advice and personnel discussion (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:03 pm

Planning Commission

The Bel Air Planning Commission will meet on June 4, 2026, to review a special development, site plan, and landscape plan for Harford Mall Phase VI, which proposes three buildings totaling 69,524+/- square feet and infrastructure to convert the existing shopping center into a mixed-use center. The commission will also review Ordinance No. 861-26, which would prohibit data centers in the town. Additionally, the commission will approve minutes from its April 2, 2026, meeting.

• Review of special development, site plan, and landscape plan for Harford Mall Phase VI: three buildings totaling 69,524+/- sf and associated infrastructure for mixed-use conversion
• Review of Ordinance No. 861-26 prohibiting data centers
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2026, meeting

The Planning Commission approved the Harford Mall Phase VI site plan, landscape plan, and special development for a mixed-use center, all with conditions. The project includes three buildings totaling 43,209 square feet and associated infrastructure. The commission also reviewed Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting hyperscale data centers and expressed support for it as written. The April 2, 2026 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved April 2, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Harford Mall Phase VI site plan with 14 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Harford Mall Phase VI landscape plan with 12 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved special development for mixed-use at Harford Mall (unanimous)
• Reviewed Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting hyperscale data centers; members expressed support as written

Board of Town Commissioners

The Board of Town Commissioners will hold public hearings and consider three fiscal items: Ordinance 862-26 amending sewer service rates, Resolution 1273-26 for FY2026 budget amendments, and Resolution 1274-26 updating the town fee schedule. The board will also vote on an accessory package for a police investigation division van and a patrol vehicle. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the vacant Town Administrator position.

• Ordinance 862-26 amending sewer service rate determination (public hearing)
• Resolution 1273-26 - Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendments (public hearing)
• Resolution 1274-26 - Town Fee Schedule Amendments (public hearing)
• Accessory package for Criminal Investigation Division van and a patrol vehicle
• Closed session to discuss potential appointments to vacant Town Administrator position

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

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

Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need

The Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need will consider new business including a presentation from Jenny Erhard of the Bel Air Downtown Alliance and a discussion about senior housing lacking automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Old business updates include the county budget and a Town Board of Commissioners memo, as well as an AARP grant update. The committee will also vote on prior meeting minutes.

• Jenny Erhard, Bel Air Downtown Alliance presentation
• Senior housing not having Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) discussion
• County budget/Town Board of Commissioners memo update
• AARP grant update
• Stakeholder comments from Economic & Community Development Committee

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

• Approved April 23, 2026 minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bel Air Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on May 28, 2026. The main item is a request for approval of exterior renovations — siding, doors, paint, and rear stairs — for the former Bel Air Black (Colored) High School at 205 Hays Street. The commission will also approve April minutes and discuss America250 community outreach and a poster contest.

• HA-1413: Request for exterior renovation approval for Bel Air Black (Colored) High School at 205 Hays Street (siding, doors, paint, rear stairs)
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 23, 2026
• Discussion of America250 Community Outreach
• Discussion of Poster Contest Entries

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

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

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will discuss several items during the May 27 work session. Key actions include amending the town code on sewer service rates, approving budget and fee schedule changes for fiscal year 2026, and authorizing a vehicle package for the Criminal Investigation Division. The meeting also features community recognitions for an essay contest and a historic preservation poster contest.

• Ordinance 862-26 amending Town Code Chapter 397, § 397-18A sewer service rate determination
• Resolution 1273-26 proposing fiscal year 2026 budget amendments
• Resolution 1274-26 proposing town fee schedule amendments
• Accessory package for Criminal Investigation Division van and patrol vehicle
• Certificates of Recognition for semi‑finalists in the “If I Were Mayor” essay contest

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

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

Cultural Arts Commission

The Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission will hold its monthly meeting to approve April minutes, review budgets for marketing and public art, and discuss unfinished business including the America 250 Student Art Exhibit removal volunteers and a living history event. New business includes selecting a sculpture for the Atwood-Marketplace project, reviewing public art sponsorship applications from 10 West Salon and BAHS Little Free Art Gallery, and considering a plaque for the Plumtree Park Little Free Library. The commission will also receive updates on the Town of Bel Air, the A&E District, and the Bel Air Farmers' Market.

• Approval of minutes from April 15, 2026
• Budget review for marketing/event sponsorship and public art
• America 250 Student Art Exhibit removal volunteers and Living History Event
• Selection for Atwood-Marketplace Sculpture
• Public Art Review/Sponsorship — 10 West Salon and BAHS Little Free Art Gallery

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

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

Board of Town Commissioners

The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the tentative FY2027 budget and vote on the final FY2027 budget, which sets town spending and tax rates. The board will also consider Ordinance 861-26, which would prohibit data centers in the town and change local land use rules. Additional items include contracts for street repairs and a recreation building roof, and the appointment of Rachel Deaner as finance director. The meeting will close with a session to discuss pending litigation and a personnel matter.

• Public hearing on FY2027 tentative budget (Resolution 1268-26)
• Final approval of FY2027 budget (Resolution 1271-26)
• Ordinance 861-26 to prohibit data centers in Bel Air
• Contracts for sidewalk repairs and recreation building roof replacement
• Appointment of Rachel Deaner as Finance Director

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

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