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ElktonMD averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$271,700 Typical home value $375,232 +1.5% yr/yr · +22.2% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (19)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Board of Zoning Appeals
- Dawn Schwartz
- Derek Chastain
- Shirley Hicks
- Sam Goldwater
- David Finley
- Chip Bromwell
Who’s on the Historic District Commission
- Brandon Boas
- Christine A. Brimm Hurschman
- Mickey Thompson
- Paula Newton
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Jean Broomall — Commissioner
- Jean Broomell — Commissioner
- Dave Wiseman
- Paul Manuel
- Keith Thompson
- Thomas Jones
- Edward Ginder
- William Muller
- Jeanne Minner
Municipal budget
Total revenue$28.6M (FY2023)
Total spending$28.8M (FY2023)
Taxes$11.5M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$5.1M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,822 (FY2023)
Development activity
202538 housing units ($5.2M)
Upcoming
Wed Sep 2, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) NOTICE
The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to participate in public meetings. A disabled
person who wishes to attend a public meeting announced by the Mayor and Commissioners, or any other public body of the Town of Elkton, and who requires auxiliary
aids, services, or other reasonable accommodations is asked to contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance by
telephone at (410) 398-0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by facsimile at (410) 392-6633, or by email at administration@elkton.org. TTY users should
contact the Maryland Relay Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are recorded and may be posted online at www.elkton.org; and may be recorded
and/or posted on the Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town meeting constitutes acknowledgement of said recording and online posting, and
further constitutes consent to being recorded and electronically posted in conjunction therewith.
Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
Meeting Agenda
September 2, 2026
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually. Virtual participants can
join the meeting by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web at www.zoom.com and choosing
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Mon Sep 14, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review special exceptions and subdivision plans
The Elkton Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider several land-use requests, including special exceptions for counseling offices and a physician's office, as well as subdivision and site plans for commercial and residential developments. The agenda also includes a comprehensive plan update, approval of minutes, and the 2025 annual report.
- Special Exception for counseling office at 143 West High Street (Case# 1684)
- Special Exception for counseling office at 101 Chesapeake Blvd (Case# 1685)
- Special Exception for physician's office at 222 S. Bridge Street, Suite 11 (Case# 1686)
- Revised Minor Subdivision for Southfields Parcel I Phase II at 1000 Commerce Center Drive
- Final Major Site Plan for Singerly Road Industrial (HCI DP Land Acquisition LLC)
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TOWN OF ELKTON
PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually.
Participants can join by calling 1-312-626-6799
via the web by visiting www.zoom.com and choosing “join a meeting”.
When prompted enter Meeting ID: 811 8320 4680 and Passcode: 109662
AGENDA
5:00 pm
1.
Wallace Montgomery – Comprehensive Plan Update
6:00 pm
2.
Approval of Minutes – August 10, 2026
3.
Case# 1684 – Request of Oludare Odomusu
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the TC Zone
143 West High Street
Tax Map 027G, Parcel 931, Zoned TC (Town Center)
4.
Case# 1685 – Request of Teia Greenhill
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the C-2 Zone
101 Chesapeake Blvd
Tax Map 033C, Parcel 2439, Zoned C-2 (Highway Commercial)
5.
Case# 1686 – Request of Madison Reese
Special Exception to operate a Primary Office of Physicians with up to three Professionals
222 S. Bridge Street, Suite 11
Tax Map 033A, Parcel 2205, Zoned C-2 (Highway Commercial)
6.
Request of Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc. representing Areit Elkton CC, LLC
Revised Minor Subdivision, Southfields Parcel I Phase II
1000 Commerce Center Drive
Tax Maps 033C, Parcels 169 and Zoned PUD/BI (Planned Unit Development/underlying Business and
Industrial)
7.
Request of Atwell representing Summit One, LLC
Final Major Subdivision Plan, Summit at Walnut Hill Section 1A
Singerly Road & Katie Lane
Tax Map 027D, Parcel 2447 & 2 …
Thu Sep 17, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board to hear three special exception requests for offices
The Elkton Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three special exception requests to operate offices in commercial zones. The board will also approve minutes from its August meeting and address any old or new business.
- Case# 1684: Special exception for counseling office at 143 West High Street (TC Zone)
- Case# 1685: Special exception for counseling office at 101 Chesapeake Blvd (C-2 Zone)
- Case# 1686: Special exception for physician's office at 222 S. Bridge Street, Suite 11 (C-2 Zone)
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TOWN OF ELKTON
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
The public is invited to participate either in person or virtually.
Participants can join by calling 1-312-626-6799 or
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AGENDA
1.
Approval of Minutes – August 20, 2026
2.
Case# 1684 – Request of Oludare Odumosu
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the TC Zone
143 West High Street
Tax Map 027G, Parcel 931, Zoned TC (Town Center)
3.
Case# 1685 – Request of Teia Greenhill
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the C-2 Zone
101 Chesapeake Blvd
Tax Map 033C, Parcel 2439, Zoned C-2 (Highway Commercial)
4.
Case# 1686 – Request of Madison Reese
Special Exception to operate a Primary Office of Physicians with up to three
Professionals
222 S. Bridge Street, Suite 11
Tax Map 033A, Parcel 2205, Zoned C-2 (Highway Commercial)
5.
Old Business
6.
New Business
7.
Next Meeting – October 22, 2026
Recent meetings
Thu Aug 20, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board to consider sign variance at Big Elk Mall and counseling office special exception
The Elkton Board of Zoning Appeals will hear two cases: a variance request from Expedite The Diehl LLC for three additional wall signs at 133 Big Elk Mall in the C-2 zone, and a special exception request from Chinonye Ukabi to operate a counseling office at 143 West High Street in the TC zone. The board will also approve minutes from the July 16, 2026 meeting and discuss old and new business.
- Case #1682 – Expedite The Diehl LLC requests a variance for three additional wall signs at 133 Big Elk Mall (Tax Map 033B, Parcel 2225, Zoned C-2).
- Case #1683 – Chinonye Ukabi requests a special exception to operate a counseling office at 143 West High Street (Tax Map 027G, Parcel 931, Zoned TC).
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TOWN OF ELKTON
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
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Participants can join by calling 1-312-626-6799 or
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AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – July 16, 2026
2. Case # 1682 – Request of Expedite The Diehl LLC
Variance for three (3) additional wall signs in the R-2 Zone
133 Big Elk Mall
Tax Map 033B, Parcel 2225, Zoned C-2 (Highway Commercial)
3. Case# 1683 – Request of Chinonye Ukabi
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the TC Zone
143 West High Street
Tax Map 027G, Parcel 931, Zoned TC (Town Center)
4. Old Business
5. New Business
6. Next Meeting – September 17, 2026
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Elkton Mayor and Commissioners to hear GPS presentation, approve minutes and payments
The Elkton Mayor and Commissioners are holding a regular meeting with action items including approval of meeting minutes, the financial report, and accounts payable disbursements. They will also hear a presentation from One Step GPS and receive the Acting Town Administrator's report on the town administrator interview process.
- Approval of minutes from August 5, 2026 meeting
- Approval of financial report and accounts payable disbursements
- Presentation by One Step GPS (Stephen Biggar)
- Town Administrator interview process update
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) NOTICE
The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to
participate in public meetings. A disabled person who wishes to attend a public meeting announced by the Mayor and
Commissioners, or any other public body of the Town of Elkton, and who requires auxiliary aids, services, or other reasonable
accommodations is asked to contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance by
telephone at (410) 398-0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by facsimile at (410) 392-6633, or by email at
administration@elkton.org. TTY users should contact the Maryland Relay Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are recorded and may be posted online
at www.elkton.org; and may be recorded and/or posted on the Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town
meeting constitutes acknowledgement of said recording and online posting, and further constitutes consent to being recorded
and electronically posted in conjunction therewith.
Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
Meeting Agenda
August 19, 2026
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join the meeting by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web at www.zoom.com and choosing
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Wed Aug 12, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Workshop to hear AI, banner, and GPS vendor presentations
The Mayor and Commissioners of Elkton are holding a workshop meeting with presentations from vendors and staff. Items include service awards, an AI solution for local government, a Hometown Heroes Banner Program, and a GPS system demonstration. No formal decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion and information session.
- Years of Service Awards presentation by HR Director Andy Rodriguez
- AI Solutions for Local Government presentation by Citibot's Sal Urbano
- Hometown Heroes Banner Program presentation by Mosca Design's Nina Scherotter
- GPS System demonstration by Magnum Electronics' Erica Degano
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The Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
WORKSHOP MEETING
August 12, 2026
A workshop of the Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton
will conduct a Workshop Meeting Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 12:00
P.M., in the Elkton Municipal Building Meeting Room, 100 Railroad
Avenue, Elkton, Maryland 21921.
NOTICE
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually.
Participants can join by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web by visiting
www.zoom.com and choosing "join a meeting"
When prompted, enter Meeting ID 826 1952 0754 and Password 720758
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• Presentation - Years of Service Awards; Director of Human Resources, Andy Rodriguez
• Presentation – AI Solutions for Local Government: Citibot, Sal Urbano
• Presentation – Hometown Heroes Banner Program: Mosca Design, Nina Scherotter
• Demonstration – GPS System: Magnum Electronics, Erica Degano
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) NOTICE
The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to participate in public
meetings. A disabled person who wishes to attend a public meeting announced by the Mayor and Commissioners, or any other public body of the
Town of Elkton, and who requires auxiliary aids, services, or other reasonable accommodations is asked to contact the Town o …
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews site plans for industrial and library projects
The Planning Commission will consider several site plan requests and a special exception for a counseling office. The body will also discuss a Comprehensive Plan update with Wallace Montgomery.
- Special Exception for counseling office at 143 West High Street
- Site plan extension requests for Elkton Commerce Center at 2000 and 901 Commerce Center Drive
- Preliminary/Final Minor Site Plan for Cecil County Elkton Library at 301 Newark Avenue
- Preliminary Major Site Plan for Singerly Road Industrial on W/S of Singerly Road
- Preliminary Major Site Plan for McConnell Warehouse 3.0 at 344 Maloney Road
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TOWN OF ELKTON
PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually.
Participants can join by calling 1-312-626-6799 or
via the web by visiting www.zoom.com and choosing “join a meeting”.
When prompted enter Meeting ID: 815 1733 7099 and Passcode: 663708
AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – July 13, 2026
2. Case# 1683 – Request of Chinonye Ukabi
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the TC Zone
143 West High Street
Tax Map 027G, Parcel 931, Zoned TC (Town Center)
3. Request of Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc. representing DRI/TCC Pulaski, LLC
Extension Request for Final Major Site Plan, Elkton Commerce Center Parcel I, Phase 2 at
Southfields of Elkton
2000 Commerce Center Drive
Tax Maps 033B, Parcels 2371 and Zoned PUD/C-2 (Planned Unit Development/underlying
Highway Commercial)
4. Request of Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc. representing DRI/TCC Pulaski, LLC
Extension Request for Final Major Site Plan, Commerce Center Lot 3/ Elkton Commerce Center
Phase 4
901 Commerce Center Drive
Tax Maps 033B, Parcels 2462 and Zoned C-2 (Highway Commercial)
5. Request of Site Studios representing Cecil County Public Library
Preliminary/Final Minor Site Plan, Cecil County Elkton Library
301 Newark Avenue
Tax Map 027D, Parcel 2098 and Zoned R-2 (Suburban Residential)
6. Request of Frederick Ward Associates representing HCI DP Land Acquisition LLC
Preliminary Maj …
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Town of Elkton introduces water rate increase ordinance
The Mayor and Commissioners will consider the introduction of Ordinance 4-2026 regarding a water rate increase. The body will also receive a presentation on the distribution of legal settlement funds from the Maryland Opioid Restitution Fund.
- Ordinance 4-2026 Water Rate Increase (presented for introduction)
- Presentation on Maryland Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) settlement funds distribution
- Authorization for disbursement of funds for accounts payable
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) NOTICE
The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to pa rticipate in public meetings. A disabled
person who wishes to attend a public meeting announced by the Mayor and Commissioners, or any other public body of the Town of Elkton, and who requires a uxiliary
aids, services, or other reasonable accommodations is asked to contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at leas t forty -eight (48) hours in advance by
telephone at (410) 398 -0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by facsimile at (410) 392 -6633, or by email at administration@elkton.org. TTY users should
contact the Maryland Relay Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are recorded and may be posted online at www.elkton.org; and may be recorded
and/or posted on the Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town meet ing constitutes acknowledgement of said recording and online posting, and
further constitutes consent to being recorded and electronically posted in conjunction therewith.
Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
Meeting Agenda
August 5, 2026
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually. Virtual participants can
join the meeting by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web at www.zoom.com and choosing
"join a meeting".
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Thu Jul 16, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board of Zoning Appeals to review height and setback variance requests
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider two variance requests for properties in the Town Center and Suburban Residential zones. The board will also approve minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting.
- Case# 1679: Request by Dominique Frederique for a 4-foot building height variance at 144 W Main Street
- Case# 1680: Request by Mark D’ Azevedo for a 33-foot rear yard setback variance at 104 Elkton Boulevard
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TOWN OF ELKTON
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
The public is invited to participate either in person or virtually.
Participants can join by calling 1-312-626-6799 or
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AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – June 18, 2026
2. Case# 1679 – Request of Dominique Frederique
Variance to exceed building height by 4-feet in the TC Zone
144 W Main Street
Tax Map 027G, Parcel 1387, Zoned TC (Town Center)
3. Case # 1680 – Request of Mark D’ Azevedo
Variance for a 33-foot rear yard setback in the R-2 Zone
104 Elkton Boulevard
Tax Map 027D, Parcel 0569, Zoned R-2 (Suburban Residential)
4. Old Business
5. New Business
6. Next Meeting – August 20, 2026
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Elkton Mayor and Commissioners meeting on July 15, 2026
The meeting includes the introduction of new Director of Planning Eric Sennstrom. The body will consider resolutions regarding municipal water and sewer service donations and the disposal of surplus vehicles and equipment.
- Introduction of New Director of Planning, Eric Sennstrom
- Resolution R9-2026: Donation of Municipal Water and Sewer Service
- Resolution R10-2026: Disposal of Surplus Property: Vehicles and Equipment
- Financial Report and Authorization for Disbursement of Funds
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) NOTICE
The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to
participate in public meetings. A disabled person who wishes to at tend a public meeting announced by the Mayor and
Commissioners, or any other public body of the Town of Elkton, and who requires auxiliary aids, services, or other reasonable
accommodations is asked to contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance by
telephone at (410) 398 -0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by facsimile at (410) 392 -6633, or by email at
administration@elkton.org. TTY users should contact the Maryland Relay Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are recorded and may be posted online
at www.elkton.org; and may be recorded and/or posted on the Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town
meeting constitutes acknowledgement of said recording and online posting, and further constitutes consent to being recorded
and electronically posted in conjunction therewith.
Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
Meeting Agenda
July 15, 2026
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually. Virtual participants can
join the meeting by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web at www.zoom.com and choosing
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Commission
Comprehensive Plan update presented by Wallace Montgomery
The Planning Commission will approve the minutes from May 11 and June 8, 2026. It will hear a comprehensive plan update from Wallace Montgomery. The commission will then discuss any outstanding old business and consider new business items. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next meeting for August 10, 2026.
- Approve minutes from May 11, 2026
- Approve minutes from June 8, 2026
- Comprehensive Plan update presented by Wallace Montgomery
- Discussion of old business items
- Discussion of new business items
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TOWN OF ELKTON
PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
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AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – May 11, 2026 and June 8, 2026
2. Wallace Montgomery – Comprehensive Plan Update
3. Old Business
4. New Business
5. Next Meeting – August 10, 2026
Wed Jul 8, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Ordinance to waive major facilities fees up for adoption
The Mayor and Commissioners will consider adopting Ordinance 3-2026, which waives major facilities fees. Presentations and discussions include a water and sewer rate study, a Juneteenth celebration recap, a library update, and talks on historical archives and flood preparedness.
- Ordinance 3-2026 – Waiver of Major Facilities Fees; presented for adoption
- Presentation – Water & Sewer Rate Study and Recommendations by NewGen Strategies
- 2026 Juneteenth Celebration Recap
- Cecil County Public Library Update
- Discussion – Flood Prediction and Preparedness
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The Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
WORKSHOP MEETING
July 8, 2026
A workshop of the Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton
will conduct a Workshop Meeting Wednesday, July 8, 202 6 at 12:00
P.M., in the Elkton Municipal Building Meeting Room, 100 Railroad
Avenue, Elkton, Maryland 21921.
NOTICE
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually.
Participants can join by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web by visiting
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When prompted, enter Meeting ID 846 4446 3072 and Password 755480
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*Ordinance 3-2026 – Waiver of Major Facilities Fees; Acting Town Administrator Al Wein
- presented for Adoption
• Presentation –Water & Sewer Rate Study and Recommendations; NewGen Strategies –
Aidan Oates
• 2026 Juneteenth Celebration Recap; Shirley Simmons
• Cecil County Public Library Update – Executive Director, Rachel Wright
• Discussion – Elk Landing Foundation; Historical Records / Archives
• Discussion – Flood Prediction and Preparedness; SAS Director Steve Rager
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) NOTICE
The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that i ndividuals with disabilities are able to participate in public
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Wed Jul 1, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
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. Additional items include a proclamation for the 250th anniversary of America and the U.S. Postal Service and the appointment of Adam Crouse to the Board of Zoning Appeals.
- Resolution R8-2026 – Grant application for Elkton Surface Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project
- Ordinance 3-2026 – Major Facility Fees (introduced for discussion)
- Contract Renewal – Certified Seal Company
- Proclamation 6-2026 – 250th Anniversary of America and the United States Postal Service
- Appointment of Adam Crouse to the Board of Zoning Appeals
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) NOTICE
The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to participate in public meetings. A disabled
person who wishes to attend a public meeting announced by the Mayor and Commissioners, or any other public body of the Town o f Elkton, and who requires
auxiliary aids, services, or other reasonable accommodations is asked to contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at least forty -eight (48) hours in advance
by telephone at (410) 398-0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by facsimile at (410) 392-6633, or by email at administration@elkton.org. TT Y users should
contact the Maryland Relay Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are recorded and may be posted online at www.elkton.org; and may be
recorded and/or posted on the Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town meeting constitutes acknowledgement of said recording and online
posting, and further constitutes consent to being recorded and electronically posted in conjunction therewith.
Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
Meeting Agenda
July 1, 2026
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually.
Virtual participants can join the meeting by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web at
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Thu Jun 18, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
Special exception for counseling office at 135 Big Elk Mall
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a request for a special exception to operate a counseling office in the C-2 (Highway Commercial) zone at 135 Big Elk Mall. The applicant, Ayo Oyeneyin, seeks approval for Renew Hope Behavioral Health, LLC. The board will also approve minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting.
- Approval of minutes from April 16, 2026
- Case# 1678 – Special Exception request by Ayo Oyeneyin to operate a counseling office at 135 Big Elk Mall in the C-2 zone
- Property details: Tax Map 033B, Parcel 2225, zoned C-2 (Highway Commercial)
- Applicant business: Renew Hope Behavioral Health, LLC
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✓ Decided: Board approved a special exception for a mental health clinic in C-2 zone
The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting. It also unanimously approved a special exception to operate a mental health counseling office in the C‑2 (highway commercial) zone at 135 Big Elk Mall. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Approved April 16, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved special exception for mental health clinic in C‑2 zone (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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TOWN OF ELKTON
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
The public is invited to participate either in person or virtually.
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AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – April 16, 2026
2. Case# 1678 – Request of Ayo Oyeneyin
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the C-2 Zone
135 Big Elk Mall, Renew Hope Behavioral Health, LLC
Tax Map 033B, Parcel 2225, Zoned C-2 (Highway Commercial)
3. Old Business
4. New Business
5. Next Meeting – July 16, 2026
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TOWN OF ELKTON
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
JUNE 18, 2026
MINUTES
Present: Shirley Hicks ; Derek Chastain ; David Finley ; Chip Bromwell, Zoning
Administrator; Lisa Blackson, Esq., Legal Counsel;
Absent: Dawn Schwartz
Mr. Chastain called the meeting to orde r. He asked if there were any corrections or additions to
the minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting. There being no corrections or additions, he called
for a motion to approve the minutes.
ACTION: Motion was made by M s. Hicks to approve the minutes f rom the April 16, 2026
meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Finley with the remaining Bo ard members
voting as follows: Mr. Chastain – Aye. The motion passed unanimously.
CASE# 1678 – REQUEST OF AYO OYENEYIN, SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO OPERATE
A COUNSELING OFFICE IN THE C-2 ZONE, 135 BIG ELK MALL, RENEW HOPE
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, LLC, TAX MAP 033B, PARCEL 2225, ZONED C-2
(HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL)
Ms. Sharon Gachie and Mr. Ayo Oyeneyin were in attendance to address this request. Ms.
Gachie and Mr. Oyeneyin were sworn in by Ms. Blackson. Ms. Gachie stated I am coming to
this meeting today to request a special exception to open a counseling office here in Elkton. Ms.
Gachie stated I want to open a PRP, psychiatric rehabilitation program, and most times with
programs like this we have counseling, and also, we offer independent living skills, daily living,
and self -care skills. Ms. Gachie stated basically, what we do is we see clients from a mental
health p …
Wed Jun 17, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
June 17, 2026 meeting cancelled
This meeting of the Mayor and Commissioners has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 1, 2026. No business will be conducted.
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Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE
The meeting of the Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton, scheduled
at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 is
CANCELLED
The next meeting of the Mayor & Commissioners is scheduled at 6:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, July 01, 2026
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that individuals with disabilities are able to participate in public
meetings. A disabled person who wishes to attend a public meeting
announced by the Mayor and Commissioners, or any other public body of the
Town of Elkton, and who requires auxiliary aids, services, or other
reasonable accommodations is asked to contact the Town of Elkton’s
Administration Office at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance by
telephone at (410) 398-0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by
facsimile at (410) 392-6633, or by email at administration@elkton.org. TTY
users should contact the Maryland Relay Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the
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may be recorded and/or posted on the Internet by others. Presence and/or
participation at any Town meeting constitutes acknowledgement of said
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recorded and electronically posted in co …
Wed Jun 10, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Elkton Mayor and Commissioners meeting cancelled for June 10 and 17
This agenda is a cancellation notice only. The workshop and regular meeting scheduled for June 10 and June 17, 2026 are cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 1, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
- Meeting cancellation for June 10 and June 17, 2026
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Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE
The Workshop and meeting of the Mayor and Commissioners of the
Town of Elkton, scheduled at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10 and
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 is
CANCELLED
The next meeting of the Mayor & Commissioners is scheduled at
6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 01, 2026
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The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that i ndividuals
with disabilities are able to participate in public meetings. A disabled person who wishes to attend a
public meeting announced by the Mayor and Commissioners, or any other public body of the Town
of Elkton, and who requires auxiliary aids, services, or other reasonable accommodations is asked to
contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at least forty -eight (48) hours in advance by
telephone at (410) 398 -0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by facsimile at (410) 392 -
6633, or b y email at administration@elkton.org. TTY users should contact the Maryland Relay
Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are
recorded and may be posted online at www.elkton.o rg; and may be recorded and/or posted on the
Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town meeting constitutes acknowledgement
of said recording and online posting, and further constitutes consent to bei …
Mon Jun 8, 2026
Planning Commission
Special exception request to locate a counseling office at 135 Big Elk Mall
The Planning Commission will consider approving the minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting. It will discuss a special exception to operate Renew Hope Behavioral Health, LLC's counseling office in the C-2 zone at 135 Big Elk Mall. The commission will also review a minor subdivision proposal for Southfields Parcel I, Phase 1 at 1000 Commerce Center Drive, and a concept site plan for Southfields Development Co LLC on the Southfields of Elkton Tract 8 along Augustine Herman Highway (Rt. 213). Additional items include an update to the Comprehension Plan and routine old and new business.
- Approval of minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting
- Special exception to operate a counseling office at 135 Big Elk Mall (C-2 zone)
- Minor subdivision request for Southfields Parcel I, Phase 1 at 1000 Commerce Center Drive (PUD/BI zone)
- Concept site plan for Southfields Development Co LLC, Parcel 2450 (PUD/R-3 zone) along Augustine Herman Highway
- Comprehension Plan update (Wallace Montgomery)
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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved three land‑use actions, including a mental‑health clinic exception
The Planning Commission postponed approval of the May 11, 2026 meeting minutes to the next meeting. It voted unanimously to recommend a special exception for a mental‑health clinic at 135 Big Elk Mall in the C‑2 zone, pending clarification of the child‑care component. The commission also approved a Minor Subdivision for Parcel I Phase I and a Concept Site Plan for Southfields Tract 8, each contingent on addressing outstanding comments.
- Postponed approval of May 11, 2026 meeting minutes to next meeting
- Approved favorable recommendation to Board of Zoning Appeals for mental‑health clinic special exception (unanimous)
- Approved Minor Subdivision at Parcel I Phase I, contingent on outstanding comments (unanimous)
- Approved Concept Site Plan for Southfields Tract 8, contingent on landscape waiver clarification and comments (unanimous)
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TOWN OF ELKTON
PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually.
Participants can join by calling 1-312-626-6799 or
via the web by visiting www.zoom.com and choosing “join a meeting”.
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AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – May 11, 2026
2. Case# 1678 – Request of Ayo Oyeneyin
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the C-2 Zone
135 Big Elk Mall, Renew Hope Behavioral Health, LLC
Tax Map 033B, Parcel 2225, Zoned C-2 (Highway Commercial)
3. Request of Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc. representing Areit Elkton CC, LLC
Minor Subdivision, Southfields Parcel I, Phase 1
1000 Commerce Center Drive
Tax Maps 033C, Parcels 169 and Zoned PUD/BI (Planned Unit Development/ underlying Business and
Industrial)
4. Request of Frederick Ward Associates representing Southfields Development CO LLC
Concept Site Plan, Southfields of Elkton Tract 8
Located along Augustine Herman Highway (Rt. 213)
Tax Map 033D, Parcel 2450 and Zoned PUD/R-3 (Planned Unit Development/ underlaying Urban
Residential)
5. Wallace Montgomery – Comprehension Plan Update
6. Old Business
7. New Business
8. Next Meeting – July 13, 2026
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TOWN OF ELKTON
PLANNING COMMISSION
JUNE 8, 2026
MEETING MINUTES
Present: Dave Wiseman; Edward Ginder; Paul Manuel; William Muller; Keith Thompson;
Lisa Blackson, Esquire; Commissioner Jean Broomall; Quinn Krenzel, Planner;
Jeanne Minner, Director of Planning;
Absent: Thomas Jones
Mr. Wiseman called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. He stated the first item on the agenda is
approval of the minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting, have been postponed to the next meeting.
CASE# 1678 – REQUEST OF AYO OYENEYIN, SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO OPERATE A
COUNSELING OFFICE IN THE C-2 ZONE, 135 BIG ELK MALL, RENEW HOPE
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, LLC, TAX MAP 033B, PARCEL 2225, ZONED C-2 (HIGHWAY
COMMERCIAL)
Mr. Ayo Oyeneyin and Mr. John Peters were in attendance to address this request
Mr. Oyeneyin stated we are looking to open a psychiatric rehabilitation program (PRP). Mr. Oyeneyin
stated it's mostly based on therapy, and through therapy and the rehabilitation part of the business is
helping adults, with housing, looking for jobs, and just basically how to navigate social services, for
people that actually need help. Mr. Oyeneyin stated for young kids, we also provide services like
aftercare, after school programs and just different ways to keep the kids engaged and involved in the
community. Mr. Oyeneyin stated apart from all of that, we do mostly therapy for adults and kids.
Mr. Wiseman asked that 135 location, where is that located.
Mr. Peters stated that was ori …
Wed Jun 3, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Elkton Mayor and Commissioners to adopt new fee schedule for planning reviews
The Mayor and Commissioners will consider adopting Resolution R6-2026, which updates the schedule of fees for planning review. They will also administer oaths of office to the mayor-elect and two commissioner-elects, and consider Resolution R7-2026 for disposal of surplus property. Other items include a Proclamation for Juneteenth and certificates of recognition.
- Resolution R6-2026 – Update of Schedule of Fees/Planning Review Fees (presented for adoption)
- Resolution R7-2026 – Disposal of Surplus Property
- Oath of Office for Mayor-elect Robert J. Alt
- Oath of Office for Commissioner-elect Jean A. Broomell
- Oath of Office for Commissioner-elect Robert M. Massimiano
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hours in advance by telephone at (410) 398 -0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by facsimile at (410) 392 -6633, or by email at
administration@elkton.org. TTY users should contact the Maryland Relay Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are recorded and may be posted online at www.elkton.org; and may
be recorded and/or posted on the Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town meeting constitutes acknowledgement of said recording and
online posting, and further constitutes consent to being recorded and electronically posted in conjunction therewith.
Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
Meeting Agenda
June 3, 2026
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually. Virtual participants can
join the meeting by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web at www.zoom.com and choosing
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Thu May 21, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
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Wed May 20, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Town adopts FY 2027 budget and discusses fireworks launch site
The Mayor and Commissioners of Elkton will meet on May 20, 2026, to consider adoption of the FY 2027 budget under Ordinance 2-2026. The agenda lists approval of the May 6 meeting minutes, a financial report, and authorization for accounts payable disbursements as action items. Commissioners will also discuss the fireworks launch site location and hear public comments.
- FY 2027 Budget – Ordinance 2-2026 (Presented for Adoption)
- Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes
- Financial report and authorization for accounts payable disbursements
- Discussion on the fireworks launch site location
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✓ Decided: Town of Elkton adopts FY 2027 budget and approves Howard Street closure
The Board unanimously approved the FY 2027 budget (Ordinance 2‑2026) with no tax rate changes. It also approved the closure of Howard Street on June 6, 2026 for a Little League event. The fireworks launch site will remain at Meadow Park/John P. Stanley Park for this year, with a planned move to Evans McKinney Park next year. The meeting minutes from May 6, 2026 were also approved.
- Approved May 6, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Financial Report and bills for payment (unanimous)
- Adopted FY 2027 Budget – Ordinance 2‑2026 (unanimous)
- Kept fireworks launch site at Meadow Park/John P. Stanley Park for 2026
- Approved closure of Howard Street on June 6, 2026 for Little League (unanimous)
- Removed Resolution R6‑2026 – Update of Schedule Fees/Planning Review Fees from agenda
- Planned future fireworks launch site change to Evans McKinney Park starting 2027
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participate in public meetings. A disabled person who wishes to attend a public meeting announ ced by the Mayor and
Commissioners, or any other public body of the Town of Elkton, and who requires auxiliary aids, services, or other reasonable
accommodations is asked to contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at least forty -eight (48) hours in advance by
telephone at (410) 398 -0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by facsimile at (410) 392 -6633, or by email at
administration@elkton.org. TTY users should contact the Maryland Relay Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are recorded and may be posted online
at www.elkton.org; and may be recorded and/or posted on the Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town
meeting constitutes acknowle dgement of said recording and online posting, and further constitutes consent to being recorded
and electronically posted in conjunction therewith.
Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
Meeting Agenda
May 20, 2026
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually. Virtual participants can
join the meeting by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web at www.zoom.com and choosing
"join a meeting".
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Wed May 13, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Elkton Mayor and Commissioners review appointments and planning department fees
The Mayor and Commissioners will hold a workshop on May 13, 2026, to discuss two board appointments and a planning department fee schedule update. The agenda includes nominations for the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Planning Commission, alongside a presentation on updated planning fees. A proclamation for Safe Boating Week will also be reviewed. Board appointments fill advisory roles that review land use requests, while fee updates change costs for planning services.
- Appointment of Mr. Arthur Blount to the Board of Zoning Appeals
- Appointment of Mr. Keith Thompson to the Planning Commission
- Review of Planning Department fee schedule update presented by Urban Planner 1 Quinn Krenzel
- Proclamation 2-2026 designating Safe Boating Week, with remarks from U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary officer Daniel McCaffery
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The Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
WORKSHOP MEETING
May 13, 2026
A workshop of the Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton
will conduct a Workshop Meeting Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 12:00
P.M., in the Elkton Municipal Building Meeting Room, 100 Railroad
Avenue, Elkton, Maryland 21921.
NOTICE
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually.
Participants can join by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web by visiting
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Appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals – Mr. Arthur Blount
Appointment to the Planning Commission – Mr. Keith Thompson
Proclamation 2-2026 Safe Boating Week;
Daniel McCaffery, Public Affairs Officer U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
Planning Department – Fee Schedule Update; Quinn Krenzel, Urban
Planner 1
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Mon May 11, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review major subdivision for Southfields of Elkton
The Elkton Planning Commission will consider multiple development proposals, including concept site plans, major subdivision plats, a variance, and a comprehensive plan update. Public participation is available in person or via Zoom.
- Concept major subdivision, Southfields of Elkton (Parcel D1), along Whitehall Road, zoned R-3 and PUD
- Final major subdivision, Patriot's Landing, 32, 80, 180 Muddy Lane, zoned R-2
- Revised final major subdivision, Liberty Hill, along Red Hill Road, zoned R-2
- Variance for priority forest and specimen tree, Buddy's Ridge (Ryan Homes), 442 Muddy Lane, zoned RO and R-3
- Minor site plan for Cecil County Elkton Library, 301 Newark Avenue, zoned R-2
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved two concept site plans and meeting minutes
The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 6, 2026 meeting. It also approved the Red Cloud concept site plan, conditional on a parking waiver, discussion of Belle Hill road improvements, and resolution of outstanding comments. The Seven7Brew concept site plan was approved, contingent on addressing all outstanding comments.
- Approved April 6, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Red Cloud concept site plan, contingent on parking waiver, road‑improvement discussion, and comment resolution (unanimous)
- Approved Seven7Brew concept site plan, contingent on addressing all outstanding comments (unanimous)
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TOWN OF ELKTON
PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually.
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AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – April 6, 2026
2. Request of McCrone representing Red Cloud Investments, LLC
Concept Site Plan, Red Cloud
Located along Belle Hill Road
Tax Map 027B, Parcel 1130 and Zoned C-3 (Highway Interchange Commercial)
3. Request of Toth & Associates representing Seven7Brew Coffee
Concept Site Plan, Seven7Brew
Located along East Pulaski Hwy
Tax Map 033C, Parcel 2327 and Zoned C-2 (Commercial Highway)
4. Request of Site Studios representing Cecil County Public Library
Minor Site Plan, Cecil County Elkton Library
301 Newark Avenue
Tax Map 027D, Parcel 2098 and Zoned R-2 (Suburban Residential)
5. Request of Frederick Ward Associates representing Stonewall Commerce Center 3, LLC
Concept Major Subdivision, Southfields of Elkton, Parcel D1
Located along Whitehall Road
Tax Map 033E, Parcel 2390, Lot 4 and Zoned R-3 (Urban Residential) and PUD (Planned Unit
Development)
6. Request of Frederick Ward Associates representing Liberty Hill Investments, LLC
Revised Final Major Subdivision, Liberty Hill
Located along Red Hill Road
Tax Map 027H, Parcel 2185 and Zoned R-2 (Suburban Residential)
7. Req …
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TOWN OF ELKTON
PLANNING COMMISSION
MAY 11, 2026
MEETING MINUTES
Present: Dave Wiseman; Edward Ginder; Paul Manuel; William Muller; Keith Thompson;
Lisa Blackson, Esquire; Thomas Jones; Commissioner Jean Broomall; Quinn
Krenzel, Planner;
Absent: Jeanne Minner, Director of Planning
Mr. Wiseman called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. He stated the first item on the agenda is
approval of the minutes from the April 6, 2026 meeting. Mr. Wiseman called for a motion to
approve the minutes.
MOTION: Motion was made by Mr. Ginder to approve the minutes from the April 6, 2026
Planning Commission meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Thompson with the
remaining Commission members voting as follows: Mr. Mueller – Aye; Mr. Jones - Aye Mr.
Manuel - Aye; Mr. Wiseman – Aye. The motion passed unanimously.
REQUEST OF MCCRONE REPRESENTING RED CLOUD INVESTMENTS, LLC,
CONCEPT SITE PLAN, RED CLOUD, LOCATED ALONG BELLE HILL ROAD, TAX
MAP 027B, PARCEL 1130 AND ZONED C-3 (HIGHWAY INTERCHANGE
COMMERCIAL)
Mr. David Strouss, of McCrone, and Mr. Len Parrish, of Freedom Development, were in attendance
to address this request.
Mr. Strouss stated this property was recently annexed into Elkton from the county and we're proposing
a flex space development, a combination of offices or office storage . Mr. Strouss stated each unit
would have an overhead door and also a regular door, and it would be fitted out for a restroom for the
employees. Mr. Strouss stated the idea bei …
Wed May 6, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Public hearing on FY 2027 budget ordinance
The Mayor and Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2-2026, the FY 2027 budget. They will also consider a stormwater management inspection and maintenance agreement and hold a promotion pinning ceremony for police officers. Routine items include approval of minutes, financial report, and disbursement of funds.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2-2026 – FY 2027 Budget
- Stormwater Management Inspection and Maintenance Agreement with GEHF I LTD / SOUTHFIELDS AT ELKTON, LLC
- Promotion pinning for SGT Mike McGonigle, CPL Joshua Blackson, CPL Greg Brown, CPL Brandon Williams
- Proclamation 1-2026 – Kids to Parks Day
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✓ Decided: Elkton approves FY 2027 budget and stormwater agreement.
The Board approved the FY 2027 budget for introduction, maintaining current property and business tax rates while funding new contracts and capital projects. The Board also approved a stormwater maintenance agreement for a 330-unit residential development and authorized a $352,720.62 payment to acquire property for a future MARC train station. All substantive actions passed unanimously.
- Approved FY 2027 budget for introduction (unanimous)
- Approved stormwater agreement for Southfields at Elkton development (unanimous)
- Authorized $352,720.62 payment to Arden Title Company for property acquisition (unanimous)
- Approved April 15, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved financial report and bills for payment (unanimous)
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) NOTICE
The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to participate in public meetings. A
disabled person who wishes to attend a public meeting announced by the Mayor and Commissioners, or any other public body of the Town of Elkton, and who
requires auxiliary aids, services, or other reasonable accommodations is asked to contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at least forty -eight (48)
hours in advance by telephone at (410) 398 -0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by facsimile at (410) 392 -6633, or by email at
administration@elkton.org. TTY users should contact the Maryland Relay Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are recorded and may be posted online at www.elkton.org; and may
be recorded and/or posted on the Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town meeting constitutes acknowledgement of said recording and
online posting, and further constitutes consent to being recorded and electronically posted in conjunction therewith.
Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
Meeting Agenda
May 6, 2026
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually. Virtual participants can join the
meeting by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web at www.zoom.com and choosing "join a meeting".
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Thu Apr 16, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
Special exception request for counseling office at 109 N. Bridge Street
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider Case# 1677, a request by Stacey Russell for a special exception to operate a counseling office at 109 North Bridge Street in the Town Center zone. The board will also approve minutes from the March 19, 2026 meeting and discuss old and new business.
- Case# 1677: Special exception request by Stacey Russell for a counseling office at 109 North Bridge Street (Russell Wellness and Recovery Center LLC) in the TC (Town Center) zone
- Approval of minutes from the March 19, 2026 meeting
- Public participation available in person or via Zoom with meeting ID 851 6177 3490
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✓ Decided: Board approved special exception for mental health clinic at 109 North Bridge
The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the March 19, 2026 meeting. It then unanimously approved a special exception to operate a mental health counseling center at 109 North Bridge Street in the TC zone. Finally, the Board unanimously adjourned the meeting.
- Approved March 19, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved special exception for mental health clinic at 109 North Bridge St, TC zone (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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TOWN OF ELKTON
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
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AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – March 19, 2026
2. Case# 1677 – Request of Stacey Russell
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the TC Zone
109 North Bridge Street, Russell Wellness and Recovery Center LLC.
Tax Map 027G, Parcel 1424, Zoned TC (Town Center)
3. Old Business
4. New Business
5. Next Meeting – May 21, 2026
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TOWN OF ELKTON
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
April 16, 2026
MINUTES
Present: Shirley Hicks ; Derek Chastain ; Dawn Schwartz; Chip Bromwell, Zoning
Administrator; Lisa Blackson, Esq., Legal Counsel;
Absent: David Finley
Mr. Chastain called the meeting to ord er. He asked if there were any corrections or additions to
the minutes from the March 19, 2026 meeting. There being no corrections or additions, he called
for a motion to approve the minutes.
ACTION: Motion was made by M s. Schwartz to approve the minutes from the March 19,
2026 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. Hicks with the remaining Board members
voting as follows: Mr. Chastain – Aye. The motion passed unanimously.
Case# 1677 – Request of Stacey Russell, Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in
the TC Zone, 109 North Bridge Street, Russell Wellness and Recovery Center LLC., Tax
Map 027G, Parcel 1424, Zoned TC (Town Center)
Ms. Kathleen Phipps, was in attendance to address this request. Ms. Phipps was sworn in by Ms.
Blackson. Ms. Phipps stated I’d would like to open up a community-based center for children
and adults. Ms. Phipps stated I have been in the social service field for over 40 years, and I have
really helped a lot of people. Ms. Phipps stated I want to make sure that my clients, are able to be
more independent. Ms. Phipps asked my partner didn't come on
Ms. Schwartz asked no, is that Stacey.
Ms. Phipps stated yes, she was supposed to be on and also Ron, but I …
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Wed Apr 15, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Public hearings on three annexations; fire service proposal
The Mayor and Commissioners will hold public hearings on three annexation resolutions for parcels on Belle Hill Road and Swallow Drive, and will consider a proposal from Singerly Fire Company for fire, EMS, and rescue services. They will also announce a BJA JAG Grant and take action on minutes, financial report, and accounts payable.
- Public hearing on Annexation Resolution A1-2026 for PECO Energy parcel on Belle Hill Road
- Public hearing on Annexation Resolution A2-2026 for 100 Belle Hill Road parcel
- Public hearing on Annexation Resolution A3-2026 for 17 Swallow Drive parcel
- Singerly Fire Company proposal for fire, EMS, and rescue services
- BJA JAG Grant announcement by Lt. Todd Finch
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✓ Decided: Town approves three annexation resolutions for Belle Hill and Swallow Drive parcels
The Board approved the minutes of the April 1, 2026 meeting and the financial report with bills. It unanimously approved Annexation Resolutions A1‑2026, A2‑2026, and A3‑2026 for the specified parcels on Belle Hill Road and Swallow Drive. No other motions were adopted.
- Approved April 1, 2026 meeting minutes (approved by all present)
- Approved Financial Report and bills for payment (approved by all present)
- Approved Annexation Resolution A1‑2026 – PECO Energy Company, Parcel 0772, Tax Map 027B, Belle Hill Road, Elkton, MD (approved by all present)
- Approved Annexation Resolution A2‑2026 – Parcel 1130, Tax Map 027B, 100 Belle Hill Rd, Elkton, MD (approved by all present)
- Approved Annexation Resolution A3‑2026 – Parcel 0808, Tax Map 027B, 17 Swallow Drive, Elkton, MD (approved by all present)
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The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to participate in public meetings. A
disabled person who wishes to attend a public meeting announced by the Mayor and Commissioners, or any other public body of the Town of Elkton, and who
requires auxiliary aids, services, or other reasonable accommodations is asked to contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at lea st forty-eight (48)
hours in advance by telephone at (410) 398 -0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by facsimile at (410) 392-6633, or by email at
administration@elkton.org. TTY users should contact the Maryland Relay Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are recorded and may be posted online at www.elkton.org; and may
be recorded and/or posted on the Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town meeting constitutes acknowledgement of said recording and
online posting, and further constitutes consent to being recorded and electronically posted in conjunction therewith.
Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
Meeting Agenda
April 15, 2026
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually. Virtual participants can
join the meeting by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web at www.zoom.com and choosing
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Wed Apr 8, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Elkton commissioners to discuss public works agreement for Southfields development
The Mayor and Commissioners of Elkton will hold a workshop meeting to discuss a public works agreement with Elkton Ventures LLC for the Southfields commercial development, review FY2025 audited financial statements, hear a presentation on a drone first responder program for the police department, and consider appointing William Riddle to the Ethics Commission.
- Public Works Agreement – Elkton Ventures LLC, Track 5 Southfields Commercial Development
- Discussion – FY2025 Audited Financial Statements and Single Audit
- Presentation – Drone First Responder / Elkton Police Department by Officer Devine and Sgt. Thomas Saulsbury
- Appointment – Town of Elkton Ethics Commission – William Riddle, Esq.
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The Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
WORKSHOP MEETING
April 8, 2025
A workshop of the Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton
will conduct a Workshop Meeting Wednesday, April 8, 202 6 at 12:00
P.M., in the Elkton Municipal Building Meeting Room, 100 Railroad
Avenue, Elkton, Maryland 21921.
NOTICE
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually.
Participants can join by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web by visiting
www.zoom.com and choosing "join a meeting"
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meeting
Public Works Agreement – Elkton Ventures LLC, Track 5 Southfields
Commercial Development
Discussion – FY2025 Audited Financial Statements and Single Audit
Presentation – Drone First Responder / Elkton Police Department; presented
by Officer Devine and Sgt. Thomas Saulsbury
Appointment – Town of Elkton Ethics Commission – William Riddle, Esq.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) NOTICE
The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities ar e
able to participate in public meetings. A disabled person who wishes to attend a public meeting announced by the
Mayor and Commissioners, or any other public body of the Town of Elkton, and who requires auxiliary aids, services,
or other reasonable acco mmodations is a …
Mon Apr 6, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider three annexations for highway interchange zoning
The Elkton Planning Commission will approve the March 9, 2026 meeting minutes. It will consider a special exception to operate a counseling office at 109 North Bridge Street in the Town Center (TC) zone. The commission will also review three annexation proposals that would rezone parcels on Belle Hill Road and Swallow Drive from high‑density residential (RM) to C‑3 highway interchange zoning, a variance request for priority forest and specimen trees in the Elkton Road Industrial Park, and a major site‑plan concept for 144 West Main Street.
- Special Exception for Russell Wellness and Recovery Center LLC to operate a counseling office at 109 North Bridge Street (TC zone)
- Annexation A1-2026: 128 Belle Hill Road, rezone from RM to C‑3 (highway interchange)
- Annexation A2-2026: 100 Belle Hill Road, rezone from RM to C‑3 (highway interchange)
- Annexation A3-2026: 17 Swallow Drive, rezone from RM to C‑3 (highway interchange)
- Variance request for priority forest and specimen trees affecting parcels at Elkton Road Industrial Park (100 Belle Hill Rd, 65 Swallow Dr, 17 Swallow Dr, etc.)
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission unanimously approved three annexations and a mental‑health clinic special exception
The commission approved the minutes from the March 9 meeting. It gave a favorable recommendation to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a special exception to operate a mental‑health counseling office at 109 North Bridge Street in the Town Center zone. It also approved annexations of parcels at 128 Belle Hill Road, 100 Belle Hill Road, and 17 Swallow Drive, changing their classification to C‑3 highway interchange.
- Approved March 9 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Favorable recommendation for special exception for Russell Wellness Mental Health Clinic at 109 North Bridge St (unanimous)
- Favorable recommendation for annexation of 128 Belle Hill Rd, Parcel 0772 (unanimous)
- Favorable recommendation for annexation of 100 Belle Hill Rd, Parcel 0283 (unanimous)
- Favorable recommendation for annexation of 17 Swallow Dr, Parcel 0808 (unanimous)
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TOWN OF ELKTON
PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
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AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – March 9, 2026
2. Case# 1677 – Request of Stacey Russell
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the TC Zone
109 North Bridge Street, Russell Wellness and Recovery Center LLC.
Tax Map 027G, Parcel 1424, Zoned TC (Town Center)
3. Annexation A1-2026 Initiated by Mayor & Commissioners for annexation of real property, located at
128 Belle Hill Road
Tax Map 027B, Parcel 0772
This parcel is currently zoned RM (high Density Residential) under Cecil County Zoning with a
proposed classification of C-3 (Highway Interchange) under Town of Elkton Zoning
4. Annexation A2-2026 Request of JD Stonewall Ayars Development, LLC for annexation of real
property, located at 100 Belle Hill Road
Tax Map 027B, Parcel 0283
This parcel is currently zoned RM (high Density Residential) under Cecil County Zoning with a
proposed classification of C-3 (Highway Interchange) under Town of Elkton Zoning
5. Annexation A3-2026 Request of JD Stonewall Ayars Development, LLC for annexation of real
property, located at 17 Swallow Drive
Tax Map 027B, Parcel 0808
This parcel is currently zoned RM (high Density R …
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TOWN OF ELKTON
PLANNING COMMISSION
APRIL 6, 2026
MEETING MINUTES
Present: Dave Wiseman; Edward Ginder; Paul Manuel; William Muller; Keith Thompson;
Lisa Blackson, Esquire; Quinn Krenzel, Planner; Jeanne Minner, Director of
Planning;
Absent: Thomas Jones; Commissioner Jean Broomall
Mr. Wiseman called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. He stated the first item on the agenda is
approval of the minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting. Mr. Wiseman called for a motion to
approve the minutes.
MOTION: Motion was made by Mr. Ginder to approve the minutes from the March 9, 2026
Planning Commission meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Thompson with the
remaining Commission members voting as follows: Mr. Mueller – Aye; Mr. Manuel - Aye; Mr.
Wiseman – Aye. The motion passed unanimously.
CASE# 1677 – REQUEST OF STACEY RUSSELL, SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO OPERATE
A COUNSELING OFFICE IN THE TC ZONE, 109 NORTH BRIDGE STREET, RUSSELL
WELLNESS AND RECOVERY CENTER LLC, TAX MAP 027G, PARCEL 1424, ZONED
TC (TOWN CENTER)
Ms. Kathleen Phipps of Russell Wellness, was in attendance to address this request.
Ms. Phipps stated I wanted to open up a center for people with disabilities. Ms. Phipps stated I've been
in the field for over 40 years and I've worked with many people. Ms. Phipps stated I wanted to open
up a center with my other partner, to help people who need help in the community. Ms. Phipps stated
we help them find a job , take them to the library, and maybe do t …
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Wed Apr 1, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Town adopts resolution forgiving loan from General Fund to Sewer Fund
The Elkton Mayor and Commissioners will review the March 4 minutes, a financial report, and authorize a disbursement of funds. They will discuss a recommendation to award an Information Technology Managed Services contract and hold a preliminary discussion of the FY 2027 budget. The meeting includes approval of a public‑works agreement for the Summit at Walnut Hill project and adoption of two resolutions: one forgiving a loan from the General Fund to the Sewer Fund and another supporting a task force under Maryland HB1142. The mayor will also report the resignation of a Zoning Appeals Board member.
- Authorization for Disbursement of Funds – Accounts Payable
- Information Technology Managed Services Contract recommendation and award
- FY 2027 Budget – Preliminary Discussion
- Public Works Agreement – Summit at Walnut Hill, Section 2 (presented for approval)
- Resolution R4-2026 – General Fund to Sewer Fund Loan Forgiveness (presented for adoption)
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✓ Decided: IT services contract awarded to Emerald Technical Services
The Board approved the minutes of the March 4 meeting and the financial report. It awarded the informational technology managed services contract to Emerald Technical Services. It also approved a public works agreement, two resolutions, and a closed‑session meeting.
- Approved March 04, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved financial report and bills for payment (unanimous)
- Awarded IT managed services contract to Emerald Technical Services (unanimous)
- Approved Public Works Agreement – Summit at Walnut Hill, Section 2 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R4-2026 – General Fund to Sewer Fund loan forgiveness (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R5-2026 – Support HB1142 task force (unanimous)
- Approved closed meeting to discuss personnel matters (unanimous)
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requires auxiliary aids, services, or other reasonable accommodations is asked to contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at least forty -eight (48)
hours in advance by telephone at (410) 398 -0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. ), by facsimile at (410) 392 -6633, or by email at
administration@elkton.org. TTY users should contact the Maryland Relay Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are recorded a nd may be posted online at www.elkton.org; and may
be recorded and/or posted on the Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town meeting constitutes acknowledgement of said recording and
online posting, and further constitutes consent to being recorded and electronically posted in conjunction therewith.
Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
Meeting Agenda
April 1, 2026
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually. Virtual participants can
join the meeting by calling 1-312-626-6799 or via the web at www.zoom.com and choosing
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The Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
MINUTES
__04/01/2026__
The Mayor & Commissioners of the Town of Elkton (the "Board") held a regularly scheduled
meeting on this date at 6:00 p.m. The following persons attended the meeting either in person or
virtually: Mayor Robert J. Alt; Commissioners Jean A. Broomell; Charles H. Givens, Sr.; Robert
M. Massimiano; and Earl M. Piner, Sr.; Town Administrator Lewis H. George, Jr.; Sr. Assistant
Town Administrator Al Wein; Sr. Administrative Specialist Catheline Adams; Director of Finance
D. Tyler Home; Chief of Police Carolyn Rogers; Director of Public Works J. Daniel Handley;
Human Resources Director Andy Rodriguez, and Town Attorney David A. Beste, Esquire.
Mayor Alt called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and lead the participants in the Pledge
of Allegiance.
ACTION: The minutes of the March 04, 2026 meeting were approved on a motion made
by Commissioner Givens. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Massimiano and approved
by all present with no corrections.
ACTION: The Financial Report and bills submitted for payment were approved on a
motion made by Commissioner Piner. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Givens and
approved by all present.
Sr. Assistant Town Administrator Al Wein presented an update on the process for
selecting a vendor to provide information technology managed services for the Town of Elkton.
A total of seven potential vendors were initially iden …
Thu Mar 19, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board will consider a special exception for a counseling office at 226 East Main St.
The Board of Zoning Appeals will approve the minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting. It will hear Case #1676, a request by Taraca Berrain of The Bloom Effect LLC for a special exception to operate a counseling office in the RO (Residential Office) zone at 226 East Main Street (Tax Map 027H, Parcel 1113). The agenda also includes old business, new business, and sets the next meeting for April 16, 2026.
- Approval of minutes – February 19, 2026
- Case #1676 – special exception to operate a counseling office at 226 East Main Street, RO zone
- Old Business (no specific items listed)
- New Business (no specific items listed)
- Next meeting scheduled for April 16, 2026
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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved special exception for mental health clinic on East Main St
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting by unanimous vote. It then unanimously approved a special exception allowing The Bloom Effect LLC to operate a counseling office at 226 East Main Street in the RO (Residential Office) zone. No other business was acted upon and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved February 19, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved special exception for mental health clinic at 226 East Main St (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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TOWN OF ELKTON
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
THURSDAY, March 19, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
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AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – February 19, 2026
2. Case# 1676 – Request of Taraca Berrain
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the RO Zone
226 East Main Street, The Bloom Effect LLC.
Tax Map 027H, Parcel 1113, Zoned RO (Residential Office)
3. Old Business
4. New Business
5. Next Meeting – April 16, 2026
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TOWN OF ELKTON
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
MARCH 19, 2026
MINUTES
Present: Shirley Hicks ; Derek Chastain ; Dawn Schwartz; Chip Bromwell, Zoning
Administrator; Lisa Blackson, Esq., Legal Counsel;
Absent: Sam Goldwater; David Finley
Mr. Chastain called the meeting to order. He asked if there were any corrections or additions to
the minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting. There bein g no corrections or additions, he
called for a motion to approve the minutes.
ACTION: Motion was made by M s. Schwartz to approve the minutes from the February
19, 2026 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. Hicks with the remaining Bo ard
members voting as follows: Mr. Chastain – Aye. The motion passed unanimously.
CASE# 1676 – REQUEST OF TARACA BERRAIN, SPECIAL EXCEPTIO N TO
OPERATE A COUNSELING OFFICE IN THE RO ZONE, 226 EAST MAIN STREET,
THE BLOOM EFFECT LLC, TAX MAP 027H, PARCEL 1113, ZONED RO
(RESIDENTIAL OFFICE)
Ms. Berrain , was in attendance to address this request. Ms. Berrain was sworn in by Ms.
Blackson.
Ms. Berrain stated The Bloom Effect LLC is psychiatric rehabilitation program and the purpose
of it is to bring resources to the community. Ms. Berrain stated the ages that we're going to
service is high school all the way to adulthood. Ms. Berrain stated w e have resources as far as
helping people maintain jobs, find jobs, psychosocial needs, job readiness, counseling services,
and things like that. Ms. Berrain stated we are not going to be admini …
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Wed Mar 18, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Town of Elkton Mayor & Commissioners meeting cancelled; next meeting Apr 1
The scheduled Mayor and Commissioners meeting for March 18, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for April 1, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. No agenda items were adopted or discussed at this cancelled session.
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Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE
The meeting of the Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton,
scheduled
12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026
CANCELLED
The next meeting of the Mayor & Commissioners is scheduled
at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 01, 2026
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The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton are committed to ensuring that individuals
with disabilities are able to participate in public meetings. A disabled person who wishes to attend a
public meeting announced by the Mayor and Commissioners, or any other public body of the Town
of Elkton, and who requires auxiliary aids, services, or other reasonable accommodations is asked to
contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at least forty -eight (48) hours in advance by
telephone at (410) 398 -0970 (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.), by facsimile at (410) 392 -
6633, or by email at administration@elkton. org. TTY users should contact the Maryland Relay
Service by dialing 711.
NOTICE
Please be advised that all regular, special and workshop meetings of the Town of Elkton are
recorded and may be posted online at www.elkton.org; and may be recorded and/or po sted on the
Internet by others. Presence and/or participation at any Town meeting constitutes acknowledgement
of said recording and online posting, and further constitutes consent to being recorded and
electronically post …
Wed Mar 11, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Elkton officials to review automated speed enforcement and grass cutting bids
The Mayor and Commissioners will hold a workshop meeting to receive a presentation on automated speed enforcement. The body will also discuss bid results and recommendations for grass cutting maintenance services.
- Presentation by RedSpeed and Elkton Police Department on automated photo enforcement of speed violations
- Discussion of Project 2026-001 bid results and recommendations for Grass Cutting Maintenance & Services
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✓ Decided: Board awards Grass Cutting contract to Bay Country Landscape
The Board approved the award of the Grass Cutting and Maintenance Service Contract (Project 2026‑001) to Bay Country Landscape. A motion for a closed meeting to consult counsel was also approved.
- Approved award of Grass Cutting & Maintenance Service Contract (Project 2026‑001) to Bay Country Landscape (motion by Massimiano, seconded by Givens, opposed by Broomell)
- Approved closed meeting to consult counsel (motion by Piner, seconded by Massimiano, approved by all present)
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The Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
WORKSHOP MEETING
March 11, 2026
The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton will conduct a Workshop
Meeting Wednesday, March 11, 202 6 at 12:00 P.M., in the Elkton Municipal
Building Board Room, 100 Railroad Avenue, Elkton, Maryland 21921.
NOTICE
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Presentation – Automated photo enforcement of speed violations;
presented by RedSpeed / Elkton Police Department
Discussion - Grass Cutting Maintenance & Services: Project 2026-001 - Bid
Results and Recommendations; Director of Public Works, Daniel Handley
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able to participate in public meetings. A disabled person who wishes to attend a public meeting announced by the
Mayor and Commissioners, or any other publi c body of the Town of Elkton, and who requires auxiliary aids, services,
or other reasonable accommodations is asked to contact the Town of Elkton’s Administration Office at least forty -eight
(48) hours in advance by telephone …
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The Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
WORKSHOP MINUTES
03/11/2026
The Mayor & Commissioners of the Town of Elkton (the "Board") conducted a workshop meeting
on this date at 12:00 p.m. The following persons attended the meeting either in person or virtually:
Mayor Robert J. Alt; Commissioners Jean A. Broomell; Charles H. Givens, Sr.; Robert M.
Massimiano; Earl M. Piner, Sr. and Sr. Assistant Town Administrator Al Wein; Sr. Administrative
Specialist Catheline Adams; Director of Finance D. Tyler Home; Chief of Police Carolyn Rogers;
Director of Public Works J. Daniel Handley; Human Resources Director Andy Rodriguez, Director
of Planning Jeanne Minner; Director of Building and Zoni ng Charles Bromwell; and Town
Attorney David A. Beste, Esquire. Town Administrator Lewis George was excused.
Mayor Robert J. Alt called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.
Mayor Alt announced that the Board of Supervisors of Elections has confirmed the official
list of candidates for the 2026 Elkton Municipal Election. The certified candidate list has been
posted on both the Town of Elkton’s website and its official Facebook page for public review.
Automated Photo Enforcement of Speed Violations by RedSpeed – Presentation
Lt. Finch provided a brief introduction to the potential benefits of implementing an
automated speed‑citation system.
Mayor Alt reiterated that the purpose of the presentation is to address the safety concerns
within the Town.
Mr. B …
Mon Mar 9, 2026
Planning Commission
Special Exception request to operate a counseling office at 226 East Main St
The Elkton Planning Commission will first approve the minutes from the February 9, 2026 meeting. It will then consider a special exception request by Taraca Berrain to operate a counseling office at 226 East Main Street, a property zoned Residential Office (RO). Additional items include a preliminary major subdivision plan for Summit at Walnut Hill Section 1A on Singerly Road & Katie Lane, a revised final major site plan for the Southfields Parcel F‑Sports Park west of MD Route 213, and a discussion of the town’s Comprehensive Plan update kickoff.
- Special Exception to operate a counseling office at 226 East Main St (Tax Map 027H, Parcel 1113, RO zone)
- Preliminary Major Subdivision Plan for Summit at Walnut Hill Section 1A (Singerly Rd & Katie Ln, Tax Map 027D, Parcels 2447 & 2435, RO zone)
- Revised Final Major Site Plan for Southfields Parcel F‑Sports Park (west of MD 213, north of Frenchtown Rd, Tax Map 033D, Parcel 2450, PUD zone)
- Kick‑off meeting discussion for the Town of Elkton Comprehensive Plan update
- Approval of minutes from the February 9, 2026 meeting
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved a preliminary subdivision plan for Summit at Walnut Hill
The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the February 9, 2026 meeting. It gave a favorable recommendation to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a special exception to operate a mental health clinic at 226 East Main Street. It also approved the Preliminary Major Subdivision Plan for Summit at Walnut Hill Section 1A, contingent on addressing all outstanding comments.
- Approved February 9, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Favorable recommendation to Board of Zoning Appeals for special exception for mental health clinic at 226 East Main Street (unanimous)
- Approved Preliminary Major Subdivision Plan for Summit at Walnut Hill Section 1A, contingent on addressing comments (unanimous)
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TOWN OF ELKTON
PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, March 9, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually.
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AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – February 9, 2026
2. Case# 1676 – Request of Taraca Berrain
Special Exception to operate a Counseling office in the RO Zone
226 East Main Street, The Bloom Effect LLC.
Tax Map 027H, Parcel 1113, Zoned RO (Residential Office)
3. Request of Atwell representing Summit One, LLC
Preliminary Major Subdivision Plan, Summit at Walnut Hill Section 1A
Singerly Road & Katie Lane
Tax Map 027D, Parcel 2447 & 2435, Zoned RO (Residential Office)
4. Request of Sideline Properties, LLC
Revised Final Major Site Plan, Southfields Parcel F- Sports Park
West of MD Route 213, North of Frenchtown Road
Tax Map 033D, Parcel 2450 and Zoned PUD (Planned Unit Development)
5. Old Business
6. New Business - Discussion – Kick-off Meeting for Town of Elkton’s
Comprehensive Plan update, Mr. Michael Bayer of Wallace Montgomery
7. Next Meeting – April 6, 2026
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TOWN OF ELKTON
PLANNING COMMISSION
MARCH 9, 2026
MEETING MINUTES
Present: Dave Wiseman, Edward Ginder; Thomas Jones; Paul Manuel; Keith Thompson; Lisa
Blackson, Esquire; Quinn Krenzel, Planner; Jeanne Minner, Director of Planning;
Absent: William Muller; Commissioner Jean Broomall
Mr. Wiseman called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. He stated the first item on the agenda is
approval of the minutes from the February 9, 2026 meeting. Mr. Wiseman called for a motion to
approve the minutes.
MOTION: Motion was made by Mr. Ginder to approve the minutes from the February 9, 2026
Planning Commission meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Thompson with the
remaining Commission members voting as follows: Mr. Jones – Aye; Mr. Manuel - Aye; Mr.
Wiseman – Aye. The motion passed unanimously.
CASE# 1676 – REQUEST OF TARACA BERRAIN, SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO OPERATE
A COUNSELING OFFICE IN THE RO ZONE, 226 EAST MAIN STREET, THE BLOOM
EFFECT LLC, TAX MAP 027H, PARCEL 1113, ZONED RO (RESIDENTIAL OFFICE)
Ms. Taraca Berrain , owner, was in attendance to address this request. Ms. Berrain stated I am a
registered nurse for 17 years and I recently started a venture where I am in a process of opening up a
psychiatric rehabilitation program. Ms. Berrain stated I did find an office at 226 East Main Street. Ms.
Berrain stated I already service the Harford County area, starting from Joppa and navigating
throughout Hartford County. Ms. Berrain stated the psychiatric rehabilita …
🏢 Building at this address: 5 m tall
Wed Mar 4, 2026
Mayor and Commissioners
Elkton officials consider land sale and building fee updates
The Mayor and Commissioners will review an agreement to sell 2.634 acres at 125 Railroad Avenue to Union Hospital of Cecil County Health Services, Inc. The body will also consider updates to the building fee schedule and penalty provisions in the Town Code.
- Sale of Parcel 764, Map 027 G (2.634 acres) at 125 Railroad Avenue to Union Hospital of Cecil County Health Services, Inc.
- Resolution R3-2026 to update the Building and Zoning fee schedule
- Ordinance 1-2026 to amend Town Code penalty provisions
- Alcohol Beverage Restriction Waiver Request for ALR car show on August 22, 2026
- Appointment of John E. Dixon III to the Historic District Commission
real-estatezoningfeesordinancesappointments
✓ Decided: Board approved sale of 125 Railroad Avenue parcel and $350,000 grant
The Board approved the minutes from the February 18 meeting and the financial report with all bills. It unanimously approved the sale of the 2.634‑acre parcel at 125 Railroad Avenue, which is linked to a $350,000 housing grant. The Board also approved an alcohol‑beverage waiver for an August 22 event, an amendment to penalty provisions in the Town Code, an update to the building fee schedule, and the appointment of John E. Dixon, III to the Historic District Commission. All actions were approved by all present with no dissent.
- Approved February 18 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Financial Report and bills (unanimous)
- Approved Agreement of Sale for 125 Railroad Avenue parcel (unanimous)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Restriction Waiver for August 22 event (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 1‑2026 – penalty provision amendments (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R3‑2026 – building fee schedule update (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of John E. Dixon, III to Historic District Commission (unanimous)
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Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
Meeting Agenda
March 4, 2026
The public is invited to participate in the meeting in person or virtually. Virtual participants can join the
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📄 From the minutes
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The Mayor and Commissioners
of the Town of Elkton
MINUTES
03/04/2026
The Mayor & Commissioners of the Town of Elkton (the "Board") held a regularly scheduled
meeting on this date at 6:00 p.m. The following persons attended the meeting either i n person or
virtually: Mayor Robert J. Alt; Commissioners Jean A. Broomell; Charles H. Givens, Sr.; Robert
M. Massimiano; and Earl M. Piner, Sr.; Town Administrator Lewis H. George, Jr.; Sr. Assistant
Town Administrator Al Wein; Sr. Administrative Specialist Catheline Adams; Director of Finance
D. Tyler Home; Chief of Police Carolyn Rogers; Director of Public Works J. Daniel Handley;
Human Resources Director Andy Rodriguez; Director of Building and Zoning Charles Bromwell
and Town Attorney David A. Beste, Esquire.
Mayor Robert J. Alt called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and lead the participants in
the Pledge of Allegiance.
ACTION: The minutes of the February 18, 2026 meeting were approved on a motion made
by Commissioner Givens. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Broomell and approved by
all present with no corrections.
ACTION: The Financial Report and bills submitted for payment were approved on a
motion made by Commissioner Piner. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Massimiano
and approved by all present.
Town Administrator’s Report
Mr. Lewis George presented for approval an Agreement of Sale – Town of Elkton & Union
Hospital of Cecil County Health Services, Inc. Parcel 764, Map 027 G …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
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Business establishments1,776 (29,700 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,802/mo (441 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.7% (low numeracy 27% · 2017)
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$28.6M
Spending$28.8M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$5.1M
Debt-to-revenue0.18×
Debt-load index38 / 100
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