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👤 Members & officials (12)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Board of Election Supervisors
- Jody Ware
- Karen Saum
- Pat Jessup
- Phyllis Rambo
- Margaret Munsch
- Margaret Munch
- Phyliss Rambo
Who’s on the Commissioners
- Katrina Greer — Commissioner
- Tom Costigan — Commissioner
- Thomas Costigan — Commissioner
- Holly Wahl
- Lyndsey Ryan
Upcoming
Wed Sep 2, 2026
Commissioners of Oxford
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a regular meeting in person at
101 Market Street on September 2, at 1:30 PM
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ September 2, 2026, at 1:30 PM
AGENDA
CLOSED MEETING: Commissioners to consider going into Closed Meeting under General
Provisions Article § 3-305(b) (7) To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice.
ADJOURNMENT
COMMISSIONER MEETINGS
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Commissioners of Oxford
Tue Sep 22, 2026
Commissioners of Oxford
Oxford Commissioners meet to consult with legal counsel
The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a regular meeting on September 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM at 101 Market Street. The agenda consists solely of procedural items, specifically a closed session to consult with counsel for legal advice. No public business, ordinances, or specific project decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Closed meeting to consult with counsel under General Provisions Article § 3-305(b) (7)
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a regular meeting in person at
101 Market Street on September 22, at 10:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ September 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM
AGENDA
CLOSED MEETING: Commissioners to consider going into Closed Meeting under General
Provisions Article § 3-305(b) (7) To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice.
ADJOURNMENT
COMMISSIONER MEETINGS
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Commissioners of Oxford
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Ethics Council
Ethics Council to finalize updated ethics code and disclosure form
The Oxford Ethics Council is meeting to finalize an updated draft of the Town Code's Ethics Code Section (Chapter 13) and a new electronic Ethics/Financial Disclosure Form, both to be recommended to the Town Commissioners. The agenda also includes approval of the August 11th meeting minutes and public comment.
- Finalize updated draft Ethics Code Section (Chapter 13 – Town Code) for recommendation to Town Commissioners
- Finalize new electronic Ethics/Financial Disclosure Form for recommendation
- Approve meeting minutes from August 11th, 2026
- Public comment period
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COMMISSIONER MEETINGS
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Oxford Ethics Council
A G E N D A
August 26th, 2026
The next ETHICS COUNCIL meeting will be held in person at
101 Market Street on August 26th, 2026 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
Oxford Ethics Council
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, MD 21654
Oxford Municipal Bldg.
Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting Minutes Approval
• August 11th, 2026
Old Business
• Finalize and Recommend to Town Commissioners Updated Draft Ethics Code Section
(Chapter 13 – Town Code)
• Finalize and Recommend to Town Commissioners Updated New Electronic Draft
Ethics/Financial Disclosure Form
Public Comment
Adjourn
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COMMISSIONER MEETINGS
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Oxford Ethics Council
Oxford Ethics Council
Meeting Minutes
August 11th, 2026
Present
Attending the meeting were Eva Smorzaniuk, Debbie Krolicki, Town Manager Holly Wahl, and
Town Clerk Ashley Samonisky.
Meeting Minutes Approval
• June 11th, 2026
• July 30th, 2026
• Eva Smorzaniuk made a motion to approve the meeting minutes from June 11th and
July 30th. Debbie Krolicki seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion
carried.
Old Busine …
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Commissioners of Oxford
Oxford commissioners to weigh speed cameras, community center lease, and flood study
The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a regular meeting on August 25, 2026, at 6 PM at 101 Market Street. They will hear a special presentation on a stormwater drainage and flood risk assessment, and consider several new business items including actions on the Oxford Community Center lease, authorizing a traffic study for speed cameras on Oxford Rd, and approving contracts for mail processing, code codification software, and engineering assistance. The agenda also includes a work session on election code amendments, a façade grant, and other administrative topics.
- Consider actions related to the Oxford Community Center lease
- Authorize traffic study by TAPCO Safe Travels for speed cameras on Oxford Rd
- Approve Municode codification software: $5,830 one-time, $2,495 annual
- Authorize GMB engineering assistance at $195/hour, paid by applicants
- Stormwater drainage & flood risk assessment presentation by George Shewman
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a regular meeting in person at
101 Market Street on August 25, 2026, at 6 PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ August 25, 2026, AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING – 6 PM
Pledge of Allegiance
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner’s Comments/Announcements
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Stormwater Drainage & Flood Risk Assessment, George Shewman
Graduate Researcher, Integrated Environmental Science, Bethune-Cookman University
Mentored by Amy Freitag Social Scientist, NCCOS Cooperative Oxford Laboratory
MANAGEMENT
Town Managers Report, Holly Wahl
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
1) Commissioners to consider actions related to the Oxford Community Center lease.
2) Commissioners to consider authorizing letters of support for the Oxford Community
Center.
3) Commissioners to consider authorizing a traffic study by TAPCO Safe Travels related to
installing speed cameras on Oxford Rd.
4) Commissioners to consider a renewal agreement with Pitney Bowes for mail processing.
5) Commissioners to consider authorizing code codification software with Municode in the
total one-time cost of $5,830 and annual renewal costs of $2,495 from the FY27 General
Fund budget “Commissioners Training and Legislative Expenses” line item, currently
budgeted at $15,000, with all funds available.
6) Commi …
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews permits, occupancy, and tree removals
The Oxford Planning Commission is meeting to review and decide on various use/occupancy applications, building permits, utility applications, and tree removal requests. The agenda includes several residential projects, such as additions, remodels, and new structures, along with a variance request for a shed setback. The meeting will also cover the approval of the July 28th minutes.
- 210 E Pier - Mraz - Use/Occupancy Certificate
- 300 Market St - Jacoby - Guest House Addition
- 102 East - Marquess - New Shed - Setback Variance Required
- 604 S Morris - McHugh - Front Porch demo/replacement
- 210 E Pier - Case - Dead Tree removal
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BOARD MEETING:
LAST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Town of Oxford – Planning Commission
A G E N D A
August 25th, 2026
The next PLANNING COMMISSION Monthly Meeting will be held in person at
101 Market Street on August 25th, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
Oxford Planning Commission
Last Tuesday of the Month
P.O. Box 339
2:00 p.m.
Oxford, MD 21654
Oxford Municipal Bldg.
Monthly Meeting beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Meeting Minutes:
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July 28th minutes
Use/Occupancy Applications:
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210 E Pier - Mraz - Use/Occupancy Certificate
Building Permit Applications:
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107 Pleasant St - Saum - Interior Bathroom Remodel (and Trades)
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512 Strand - Emergency ATF Structural Mod
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26108 Bachelors Pt - Williams - Small Additions
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300 Market St - Jacoby - Guest House Addition
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102 East - Marquess - New Shed - Setback Variance Required
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102B Bonfield - Bitter - Driveway/Walkway/Shed Ramp Mod
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604 S Morris - McHugh - Front Porch demo/replacement (structural repairs if necessary)
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102 E Pier - Ulm - SWO - Building Permit
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105 E Pier - Scott - SWO - Chicken Coop Shed/Outbuilding
Utility Applications:
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210 E Pier - Mraz - Plumbing and Electrical Permits
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504 S Morris - Oxford Inn - ATF Fuel Tank Removal
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510 S Morris - Schaffer - ATF Plumbing Late …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Board of Port Wardens
Board to revisit improperly approved pier permit for 5023 Hels Half Acre
The Oxford Board of Port Wardens will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily to address legal review findings that the July 16, 2026 approval of a pier and boat lift permit for 5023 Hels Half Acre was improper because moving the grandfathered boat lift violates Town Code. The board will also review a permit renewal for 512 E Strand. The agenda includes approval of the July 16 meeting minutes.
- Legal review: improper approval of pier/boat lift permit at 5023 Hels Half Acre (Schmitt) – boat lift relocation violates Town Code Section 11.12
- Permit renewal: 512 E Strand (Peseski) – bulkhead/pier replacement
- Approval of July 16, 2026 meeting minutes
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BOARD MEETING:
2ND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Town of Oxford – Port Wardens
BOARD OF PORT WARDENS
A G E N D A
August 18th, 2026
Oxford Board of Port Wardens
2nd Thursday of each month
P.O. Box 339
5:00 p.m.
Oxford, MD 21654
Oxford Municipal Bldg.
Regular monthly meeting beginning at 5 p.m.
Approval of Meeting Minutes:
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July 16th, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Legal Review Findings:
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Improper Approval: 5023 Hels Half Acre – Schmitt – Demolish old pier, construct new
pier, finger piers, additional pilings, and replacement of grandfathered boat lift
Permits for Review:
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512 E Strand – Peseski –Bulkhead/Pier Replacement Permit Renewal
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Oxford Port Wardens
Meeting Minutes
July 16th, 2026
Present
Attending the meeting were Bob Hyberg, Steve Tull, John Sutton, and Town Clerk
Ashley Samonisky
Selection of a new Board of Port Wardens Chair
• Bob Hyberg nominated John Sutton, Steve Tull nominated Bob Hyberg. Mr.
Hyberg preferred to not serve as Chair. Mr. Sutton is willing to serve as Chair.
All were in favor, John Sutton was appointed Chair of the Board of Port
Wardens.
Approval of April 9th, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• John Sutton motioned to approve the April 9th minutes; Steve Tull seconded
the motion. All were in favor, the motion carried.
Permits for Review:
Alan Campbell is seeking approval to recommission the old #9 mooring off th …
Thu Aug 13, 2026
Board of Election Supervisors
Oxford election board to discuss charter changes on candidate and voter registration dates
The Board of Election Supervisors is meeting to discuss potential charter amendments, including changing candidate and voter registration deadlines, and other election process adjustments. The board will also consider proposals to lengthen the absentee application deadline, truncate polling station hours, change canvasser numbers, remove write-in candidates, and cancel elections with only one unopposed candidate. Prior meetings included recommendations to change voter registration and candidate nomination to 42 days before the election.
- Discussion of draft charter change on candidate registration date
- Discussion of draft charter change on voter registration date
- Potential lengthening of absentee application deadline
- Potential removal of write-in candidates
- Potential cancellation of election if only one candidate runs unopposed
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elections@oxfordmd.gov
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Board of Election Supervisors
The BOARD OF ELECTION SUPERVISORS is holding an in-person
meeting at 101 Market Street on August 13, 2026, from 1:30-3:30PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MEETING MINUTES APPROVAL
• June 10th, 2026
• July 16th, 2026
• July 30th, 2026
DISCUSSION ITEMS
• Discussion of draft Charter Change language on Candidate Registration Date
• Discussion of draft Charter Change language on Voter Registration Date
• Discussion of additional Charter Amendments
• Discussion of below potential adjustments
o Potentially lengthening absentee application deadline (mailing concerns)
o Potentially truncating polling station hours
o Potentially changing or removing the number of canvassers at each process
o Potentially removing write-in candidates
o Potentially cancelling election if there is only one candidate running unopposed.
Incumbent
New Candidate
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADJOURNMENT
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TOWN OF OXFORD
BOARD OF ELECTION SUPERVISORS
Meeting Minutes
June 10, 2026
PRESENT
Attending the meeting were BOE Chair Debbie Krolicki, Margaret Andersen, Jean Konopacz,
Karen Saum, Henry Hale, Ken Klingman, and Town Clerk Ashley Samonisky.
MEETING MINUTES
• February 25 …
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Ethics Commission
Ethics Council to review updated ethics code and disclosure form
The Oxford Ethics Council will meet to approve minutes from June 11, 2026, and discuss an updated draft ethics code section from the Town Commissioners and a new draft ethics/financial disclosure form. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually.
- Review updated draft ethics code section from Town Commissioners
- Review new draft ethics/financial disclosure form
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 11, 2026
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COMMISSIONER MEETINGS
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Oxford Ethics Council
A G E N D A
August 11th, 2026
The next ETHICS COUNCIL meeting will be held in person at
101 Market Street on August 11th, 2026 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
Oxford Ethics Council P.O. Box 339
Oxford, MD 21654 Oxford Municipal Bldg.
Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting Minutes
• Meeting Minutes Approval for June 11th, 2026.
Old Business
• Review Updated Draft Ethics Code Section from Town Commissioners
• Review Updated New Draft Ethics/Financial Disclosure Form
Public Comment
Adjourn
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COMMISSIONER MEETINGS
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Oxford Ethics Council
Oxford Ethics Council
Meeting Minutes
June 11th, 2026
Present
Attending the meeting were Mary Klair, Eva Smorzaniuk, Town Manager Holly Wahl, and
Town Clerk Ashley Samonisky.
Town Manager Holly Wahl advised that one Candidate has been interviewed for the open seat on
the Ethics Council.
Meeting Minutes
• Meeting Minutes Approval for April 30th, 2026.
• Eva Smorzaniuk made a motion to approve the meeting minutes; Mary Klair
seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion carried.
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Tue Aug 11, 2026
Commissioners of Oxford
Oxford commissioners to vote on 2045 Comprehensive Plan and short-term rental rules
The Commissioners of Oxford will hold public hearings and consider adopting the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and amending the Short-Term Rental Ordinance. They will also vote on several contracts and expenditures, including a $72,200 arsenic removal contract and a $19,290 yard waste collection trial. The agenda includes routine reports from the sheriff, town manager, and board of elections.
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution R2601 adopting the 2045 Comprehensive Plan
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2605 amending the Short-Term Rental Ordinance
- Contract award to De Nora Water Technologies for arsenic removal, $72,200
- Emergency replacement of transfer switch at Batchelor's Point pumping station, $3,572
- Contract with Cousins Property Management for yard waste collection trial, $19,290
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a regular meeting in person at
101 Market Street on August 11, 2026, at 6 PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ August 11, 2026, AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARING ON RESOLUTION R2601 A RESOLUTION OF THE
COMMISSIONERS OXFORD ADOPTING THE 2045 COMPRREHENSIVE PLAN
PUBLIC HEARING ON ORDINANCE 2605 AN ORDINANCE OF THE
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD AMENDING THE SHORT-TERM RENTAL
ORDINANCE
REGULAR MEETING – 6 PM
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Pledge of Allegiance
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM COMMISSIONERS
▪
Commissioner’s Comments/Announcements
TALBOT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORT
▪
Lt. James Dobson
BOARD OF ELECTIONS UPDATE
▪
Debbie Krolicki, Chair of the Board of Election Supervisors
MANAGEMENT
▪
Town Managers Report, Holly Wahl
CONSENT AGENDA
▪
Meeting minutes
July 8, 2026, Commissioners Regular Meeting
July 24, 2026, Commissioners Regular Meeting
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Public Works Report
▪
Finance Report
ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS
Commissioners to consider voting on Resolution R2601 a resolution of the Commissioners of
Oxford adopting the 2045 Comprehensive Plan.
COMMISSIONER MEETINGS
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Commissioners of Oxford
Commissioners to consider voting on Ordinance 2605 an Ordinance of the Commissioners of
Oxford amending the Short-Term Rental Ordinance.
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Mon Aug 3, 2026
Historic District
No August 2026 Historic District Commission meeting
There is no meeting scheduled for August 2026. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2026.
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HDC MEETING:
1ST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Town of Oxford – Historic District Commission
OXFORD HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
AGENDA
No August 2026 Meeting
The next HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION regular meeting will be held in person at 101
Market Street on September 14th, 2026, at 3:30 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
There will be no August 2026 Historic
District Commission Meeting.
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Thu Jul 30, 2026
Ethics Commission
Oxford Ethics Council to review draft ethics code and disclosure form
The Oxford Ethics Council will meet to approve June 11th meeting minutes and discuss old business. The body is reviewing a formatted draft ethics code section from Town Commissioners and a new draft ethics/financial disclosure form.
- Approval of June 11th, 2026 meeting minutes
- Review of draft ethics code section from Town Commissioners
- Discussion of new draft ethics/financial disclosure form
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COMMISSIONER MEETINGS
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Oxford Ethics Council
A G E N D A
July 30th, 2026
The next ETHICS COUNCIL meeting will be held in person at
101 Market Street on July 30th, 2026 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
Oxford Ethics Council P.O. Box 339
Oxford, MD 21654 Oxford Municipal Bldg.
Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting Minutes
• Meeting Minutes Approval for June 11th, 2026.
Old Business
• Workshop Formatted Draft Ethics Code Section from Town Commissioners
• Review/Discuss the New Draft Ethics/Financial Disclosure Form
Public Comment
Adjourn
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Wed Jul 29, 2026
Board of Election Supervisors
Board discusses cancelling election if only one candidate runs unopposed
The Oxford Board of Election Supervisors will discuss several potential changes to election procedures at their July 29 meeting. These include lengthening the absentee application deadline, reducing polling station hours, adjusting canvasser numbers, removing write-in candidates, and possibly cancelling the election if only one candidate runs unopposed. No decisions are scheduled; only discussion.
- Potential lengthening of absentee application deadline due to mailing concerns
- Potential truncation of polling station hours
- Potential changes to number of canvassers at each process
- Potential removal of write-in candidates
- Potential cancellation of election if only one candidate runs unopposed (incumbent vs new candidate)
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elections@oxfordmd.gov
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Board of Election Supervisors
The BOARD OF ELECTION SUPERVISORS is holding an in-person
meeting at 101 Market Street on July 29, 2026, from 2:00-4:00PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
DISCUSSION ITEMS
• Review of Election Calendar/Schedule to determine feasibility of below adjustments
o Potentially lengthening absentee application deadline (mailing concerns)
o Potentially truncating polling station hours
o Potentially changing or removing the number of canvassers at each process
o Potentially removing write-in candidates
o Potentially cancelling election if there is only one candidate running unopposed.
Incumbent
New Candidate
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review building and utility permit applications
The Town of Oxford Planning Commission will meet to review several building permit applications and utility requests. The commission will also consider the meeting minutes from June 30th.
- Building permit for 105 First Street (Flagstone Patio / Pea Gravel Pads)
- Building permits for additions at 26014 Bachelors Pt and 704 S Morris
- Building permit for 2-story Porch Addition at 205 Bank
- Modifications to Primary and Cottage buildings at 504 S Morris (Oxford Inn)
- Stormwater Management Improvements for Strand Roadway/Parking Lot
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BOARD MEETING:
LAST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Town of Oxford – Planning Commission
A G E N D A
July 28th, 2026
The next PLANNING COMMISSION Monthly Meeting will be held in person at
101 Market Street on July 28th, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
Oxford Planning Commission 2nd/last Tuesday of the month
P.O. Box 339 2:00 p.m.
Oxford, MD 21654 Oxford Municipal Bldg.
Monthly Meeting beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Meeting Minutes:
- June 30th minutes
Building Permit Applications:
- 105 First Street - Mulholland – Flagstone Patio / Pea Gravel Pads
- 26014 Bachelors Pt - Grasberger - Addition
- 704 S Morris - Marshall - Addition
- 205 Bank - McHugh - 2-story Porch Addition
- 102 Tred Avon - Bloomfield - Interior Renovation-Small Footprint change
- 504 S Morris - Oxford Inn - Primary Building - Modifications
- 504 S Morris - Oxford Inn - Cottage Building - Modifications
- Strand Roadway/Parking Lot – Stormwater Management Improvements
Utility Applications:
- 26106 Bachelor Harbor Dr - Hinckley - New Building HVAC
- 26106 Bachelor Harbor Dr – Hinckley - New Building Electric
- 904 S Morris - Oxford Lab - HVAC Permit
- 106 Third Street - Leonardi - Electrical Permit
- 101 South Street - White - New Propane Tank
- 700 South - Hess/Proctor - Electrical Permi …
Fri Jul 24, 2026
Commissioners
Commissioners to consider $150,000 drainage improvement on Mill and Tilghman Streets
The Commissioners will consider several new business items, including canceling the July 28 meeting, authorizing a standardized use agreement for the Oxford Community Center, and approving stormwater expenditures: up to $150,000 for Mill Street at Tilghman Street and up to $35,000 for Market Street/Jefferson Street. They will also discuss yard waste and bulk collection in a work session. The town manager's report provides updates on capital projects like meter installation and arsenic removal.
- Consider canceling the July 28, 2026 Commissioners' meeting due to scheduling conflicts
- Consider authorizing a standardized use agreement for the Oxford Community Center
- Consider authorizing up to $150,000 for Mill Street at Tilghman Street drainage improvements from the FY27 Stormwater/Shoreline SMSP budget
- Consider authorizing up to $35,000 for Market Street/Jefferson Street stormwater work, including $22,000 for concrete work as an emergency expenditure
- Consider authorizing the Commission President to execute FY27 boat slip renewals
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a regular meeting in person at
101 Market Street on July 24, 2026, at 1 PM
A
ll are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ July 24, 2026, AGENDA
S
PECIAL TOWN MEETING – 1 PM
Pledge of Allegiance
ANNO
UNCEMENT FROM COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner’s Comments/Announcements
M
ANAGEMENT
Town Managers Report, Holly Wahl
NEW
BUSINESS
1) C
ommissioners to consider canceling the July 28th Commissioners’ meeting due to
scheduling conflicts.
2) Commissioners to consider authorizing a standardized use agreement for the Oxford
Community Center. The use agreement will be required whenever outside entities,
organizations or individuals are permitted to use the Oxford Community Center.
3) Commissioners to consider authorizing the Town Manager to facilitate expenditures for
materials not to exceed $150,000 to complete the Mill Street at Tilghman Street drainage
improvement plan from the FY27 “Stormwater/Shoreline SMSP” budget. All work is to
be completed by public works staff. Current available funds total $526,169.90 not
including any encumbered funds.
4) Commissioners to consider authorizing the Town Manager to facilitate additional
expenditures not to exceed $10,000 to complete the Market Street / Jefferson Street storm
water improvement work from the “Stormwater/ Shoreline SMSP” budget category to
cover the cost of purch …
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Historic District
HDC to review fence, driveway, and material changes in Oxford
The Oxford Historic District Commission will meet to review applications for fence replacements, driveway material changes, and other exterior modifications. The body will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting.
- Review of 101 Stewart fence replacement application
- Review of 210 Market driveway material and garage door change
- Review of 512 Strand HOD materials change request
- Review of 200 Tred Avon interior remodel and bay window expansion
- Review of 101 South Street propane tank installation
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HDC MEETING:
1ST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Town of Oxford – Historic District Commission
OXFORD HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
AGENDA
July 20th, 2026
The next HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION regular meeting will be held in person at 101
Market Street on July 20th, 2026, at 3:30 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
Regular monthly meeting beginning at 3:30 p.m.
Minutes:
- Approval of June 1, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Applications for Review:
- 101 Stewart - Turanski - Fence Replacement
- 210 Market - Cassidy - Driveway Material Change and New Garage Door
- 512 Strand - Peseski - HOD Materials Change Request
- 200 Tred Avon - Williams – Interior Remodel-Bay Window Expansion
- 101 South Street – White – Propane Tank Installation
- 102 Tred Avon – Remodel-Slight Addition
Presentations:
- 201 Tilghman Street – Oddfellows Hall
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Town of Oxford – Historic District Commission
Meeting Minutes
June 1, 2026
Present:
Attending the meeting were HDC Chair Pete Linkins, Margaret Morris, Barbara Ranson, Karen
Wayland, and Town Clerk Ashley Samonisky.
Minutes:
Approval of May 4th, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• Margaret Morris made a motion to approve the minutes; Karen Wayland seconded the
motion. All were in favor, the motion carried.
No Permit Required …
Thu Jul 16, 2026
Board of Port Wardens
Oxford Board of Port Wardens to nominate new Chairperson
The Board of Port Wardens will meet to nominate a new Chairperson and review several waterfront permits. The board will also discuss auxiliary floats and shoreline change permits.
- Nomination of a new Port Wardens Chairperson
- Permit review: Recommission old #9 mooring (Campbell)
- Permit review: Demolish old pier and construct new pier, finger piers, and boat lift at 5023 Hels Half Acre (Schmitt)
- Permit review: New Maintenance Permit at 510 E Strand (Kordell)
- Discussion on auxiliary floats and shoreline change permits
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BOARD MEETING:
2ND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Town of Oxford – Port Wardens
BOARD OF PORT WARDENS
A G E N D A
July 16th, 2026
Oxford Board of Port Wardens 2nd Thursday of each month
P.O. Box 339 5:00 p.m.
Oxford, MD 21654 Oxford Municipal Bldg.
Regular monthly meeting beginning at 5 p.m.
Nomination of a new Port Wardens Chairperson
Approval of April 9
th, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Permits for Review:
- Mooring – Campbell – Recommission old #9 mooring
- 5023 Hels Half Acre – Schmitt – Demolish old pier, construct new pier, finger piers,
additional pilings, and replacement of grandfathered boat lift
- 510 E Strand – Kordell – New Maintenance Permit
New Discussion:
- Auxiliary Floats
- Shoreline Change Permits
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Port Wardens Meeting
Meeting Minutes
April 9th, 2026
Present
Attending the meeting were Port Wardens Chair Tom Campbell , Bob Hyberg,
Steve Tull, and Town Clerk, Ashley Samonisky.
Approval of Minutes
Approval of October 9th Meeting Minutes
• Bob Hyberg made a motion to approve the minutes; Steve Tull seconded
the motion. All were in favor, the motion carried.
Approval of May 28, 2025 Special Session - Meeting Minutes
• Bob Hyberg made a motion to approve the minutes; Steve Tull seconded
the motion. All were in favor, the motion carried.
Permits for Review
Note: Chair Tom Campbell recused himself from the first two appli …
Thu Jul 16, 2026
Board of Election Supervisors
Board of Election Supervisors to discuss election procedure changes
The Board of Election Supervisors will conduct a debrief of recent elections to identify successes and challenges. Members will discuss potential changes to absentee deadlines, canvasser numbers, write-in candidates, and the cancellation of unopposed elections.
- Debrief of election successes and challenges
- Proposed lengthening of absentee application deadline
- Proposed change to the number of canvassers per process
- Proposed removal of write-in candidates
- Proposed cancellation of elections for unopposed candidates
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elections@oxfordmd.gov
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Board of Election Supervisors
The BOARD OF ELECTION SUPERVISORS is holding an in-person
meeting at 101 Market Street on July 16, 2026, from 2:00-4:00PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ELECTIONS DEBRIEF
• Successes/Challenges
• Procedural recommendations for next year
NEW BUSINESS ITEMS
• Discussion on potentially lengthening absentee application deadline (mailing concerns)
• Discussion on potentially changing or removing the number of canvassers at each process
• Discussion on potentially removing write-in candidates
• Discussion on potentially cancelling election if there is only one candidate running
unopposed.
• Incumbent
• New Candidate
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADJOURNMENT
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Wed Jul 8, 2026
Commissioners
Oxford Commissioners to vote on $698,500 water system test well contract
The Commissioners of Oxford will vote on a contract for the Oxford Water System Improvement Project and a new permit fee for work on town roads. The body will also introduce a 2045 Comprehensive Plan and amendments to the Short-Term Rental Ordinance.
- Resolution R2603: $698,500 contract with Somerset Well Drilling Co. for a test well
- Resolution R2602: Establishment of a permit fee for work on Town roads, sidewalks, or rights of way
- Resolution R2601: Adoption of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan (public hearing Aug 11)
- Ordinance 2605: Amendments to the Short-Term Rental Ordinance (public hearing Aug 11)
- Proposed expenditures: $15,000 for a tide gate valve at Tilghman street and $25,000 for Market Street / Jefferson Street stormwater improvements
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a regular meeting in person at
101 Market Street on July 8, 2026, at 6 PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ July 8, 2026, AGENDA
REGULAR TOWN MEETING – 6 PM
Pledge of Allegiance
OATH OF OFFICE & VOTE FOR PRESIDENT
Kathleen Duvall, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Talbot County swears in Katrina Greer to
a (3) three-year term as Commissioner by Kathleen Duvall, Clerk of the Circuit Court of
Talbot County
Commission Nomination and Vote for President
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner’s Comments/Announcements
TALBOT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORT
•
Lt. James Dobson
SPECIAL RECOGNITION OF THE GORDON GRAVES SCHOLARSHIP AWARDEES
FOR FY26
MANAGEMENT
Town Managers Report, Holly Wahl
CONSENT AGENDA
Meeting minutes
June 9, 2026, Commissioners Regular Meeting
June 23, 2026, Commissioners Regular Meeting
Public Works Report
Finance Report
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Introduce and vote on Resolution R2602, a Resolution of the Commissioners of Oxford to
adopt a permit to perform work on a Town road, sidewalk, or right of way and to establish a
permit fee.
Introduce and vote on Resolution R2603, a Resolution of the Commissioners of Oxford to
approve a contract with Somerset Well Drilling Co., in the amount of $698,500 for the test
well phase of the Oxford Water System Improvement …
Tue Jun 30, 2026
Planning Commission
Oxford Planning Commission to hold public hearing on 2045 Comprehensive Plan
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the final approval of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also review various building, utility, and tree removal permit applications.
- Public Hearing for Final 2045 Comprehensive Plan Approval
- Appeals Permit for new building height at 26106 Bachelors Harbor
- Building permit applications for 200 Tred Avon, 700 South, 210 Market, and 103 Willows
- Utility permits for 111 S Morris, 210 E Pier, 502 S Morris, 512 Strand, 700 South, 205 Bank St, 103 Willows, and 318 Tilghman
- Tree removal applications for 104 First, 208 Third, 103 Bayview, 200 Tilghman, 305 Bonfield, 300 Oxford, and 301 N Morris
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BOARD MEETING:
LAST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
2ND TUESDAY WORK SESSION IF NEEDED
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Town of Oxford – Planning Commission
A G E N D A
June 30th, 2026
The next PLANNING COMMISSION Monthly Meeting will be held in person at
101 Market Street on June 30th, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
Oxford Planning Commission
2nd/last Tuesday of the month
P.O. Box 339
2:00 p.m.
Oxford, MD 21654
Oxford Municipal Bldg.
Monthly Meeting beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Meeting Minutes:
-
May 12th and 26th minutes
Public Hearing – Final 2045 Comprehensive Plan Approval
Appeals Permit:
-
26106 Bachelors Harbor - Hinckley – New Building Height Approved
Building Permit Applications:
-
200 Tred Avon - Williams - Interior remodel
-
700 South - Hess/Proctor - Interior remodel
-
210 Market - Driveway replenishment/garage door replacement
-
103 Willows – Weise – Solar Panels
Utility Applications:
-
111 S Morris - Webb - Emergency Plumbing Permit - after the fact
-
210 E Pier - CaseWorks - Emergency HVAC Permit - after the fact
-
502 S Morris - Oxford Inn and Cottage - Electrical Permits
-
512 Strand - Hod – HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical Permits
-
700 South - Hess/Proctor - Plumbing for remodel
-
205 Bank St - HVAC Permit
-
103 Willows Solar - Weise – Solar El …
Tue Jun 23, 2026
Commissioners
Commissioners consider multiple stormwater improvement authorizations using ARPA funds
The Oxford Commissioners will discuss appointing members to several commissions and consider a series of stormwater projects funded by ARPA allocations for FY26 and FY27. They will also review a purchase of public works vehicle signaling for up to $8,000 and a rental of lighting for the Independence Day ball field parking not to exceed $2,000. Additional items include adopting employee‑manual amendments and a potential retainer agreement for counsel.
- Appointment of Debbie Krolicki to the Ethics Commission
- Authorization of ARPA‑funded stormwater improvements on Market Street, Norton, Mill, and Stewart
- Purchase of public works vehicle signaling up to $8,000 from the FY26 General Fund
- Rental of lighting for Independence Day ball field parking up to $2,000
- Adoption of amendments to the Town’s employee manual (Resolution 2601)
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a regular meeting in person at
101 Market Street on June 23, 2026, at 6 PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ June 23, 2026, AGENDA
REGULAR TOWN MEETING – 6 PM
▪
Pledge of Allegiance
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM COMMISSIONER
▪
Commissioner’s Comments/Announcements
MANAGEMENT
▪
Town Managers Report, Holly Wahl
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution 2601 a resolution of the Commissioners of Oxford adopting amendments to the
Town’s employee manual.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
(1)
Commissioners to consider appointing Debbie Krolicki to the Ethics Commission.
(2)
Commissioners to consider appointing Joe Howard to the Historic Commission.
(3)
Commissioners to consider appointing Kenneth Kligman to the Planning Commission.
(4)
Commissioners to consider appointing John Sutton to the Board of Port Wardens.
(5)
Commissioners to consider authorizing the release of an RFP for Stormwater
improvements at the Strand.
(6)
Commissioners to consider authorizing stormwater improvements on Market Street using
ARPA funds from the FY26 and FY27 Stormwater Shoreline Protection budget.
(7)
Commissioners to consider authorizing stormwater improvements on Norton, Mill and
Stewart using ARPA funds from the FY26 and FY27 Stormwater Shoreline Protection Budget.
(8)
Commissioners to consider authorizing the purchase of public wor …
Thu Jun 11, 2026
Board of Port Wardens
No June meeting for the Oxford Board of Port Wardens
The June 11, 2026, meeting for the Board of Port Wardens has been cancelled. No items are scheduled for discussion or decision.
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BOARD MEETING:
2ND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Town of Oxford – Port Wardens
BOARD OF PORT WARDENS
A G E N D A
June 11th, 2026
Oxford Board of Port Wardens 2nd Thursday of each month
P.O. Box 339 5:00 p.m.
Oxford, MD 21654 Oxford Municipal Bldg.
There will be no June Meeting for the
Board of Port Wardens
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Ethics Commission
Ethics Commission to discuss draft ethics code
The Oxford Ethics Commission will meet to approve April 2026 minutes and discuss a draft ethics code section with Town Commissioners. The meeting will be held in person at 101 Market Street.
- Approval of April 30, 2026 meeting minutes
- Workshop on draft Ethics Code Section
- Discussion on public access to meetings and records
- Review of 2024 financial disclosure forms
- Request for additional meeting to discuss draft chapter
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COMMISSIONER MEETINGS
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Oxford Ethics Commission
A G E N D A
June 11th, 2026
The next ETHICS COMMISSION meeting will be held in person at
101 Market Street on June 11th, 2025 from 2:00-4:00 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
Oxford Ethics Commission
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, MD 21654
Oxford Municipal Bldg.
Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting Minutes
• Meeting Minutes Approval for April 30th, 2026.
Old Business
• Workshop Draft Ethics Code Section from Town Commissioners
Public Comment
Adjourn
COMMISSIONER MEETINGS
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Oxford Ethics Commission
Oxford Ethics Commission Meeting
Meeting Minutes
April 30, 2026
Present
Attending the meeting were Mary Klair, Eva Smorzaniuk, Town Manager Holly Wahl, and Town Clerk
Ashley Samonisky.
Meeting Minutes
Meeting Minutes Approval for August 19 and September 18, 2025 Meetings
•
Eva Smorzaniuk made a motion to approve the minutes; Mary Klair seconded the motion. All
were in favor, the motion carried.
Old Business
Review remaining 2024 CY Financial Disclosure Forms filed pursuant to Oxford Town Code Section 13.4
•
Five (5) forms were received after the September …
Wed Jun 10, 2026
Board of Election Supervisors
Board of Election Supervisors to review voting and canvassing processes
The Board of Election Supervisors will meet to review the Election Day voting process, provisional ballots, and canvassing procedures. The board will also review minutes from four previous meetings held between February and May 2026.
- Election Day Voting Process Review
- Provisional Ballot Process Review
- Canvassing Process Review
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elections@oxfordmd.gov
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Board of Election Supervisors
The BOARD OF ELECTION SUPERVISORS is holding an in-person
meeting at 101 Market Street on June 10, 2026, from 10:00AM-12:00PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MEETING MINUTES
• February 25, 2026
• March 18, 2026
• May 1, 2026
• May 18, 2026
NEW BUSINESS ITEMS
• Election Day Voting Process Review
• Provisional Ballot Process Review
• Canvassing Process Review
• General Discussion/Questions
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADJOURNMENT
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TOWN OF OXFORD
BOARD OF ELECTION SUPERVISORS
Meeting Minutes
February 25, 2026
PRESENT
Attending the meeting were Board of Elections Chair Debbie Krolicki, Karen Saum, Jean
Konopacz, Jane Selden, Maggie Anderson, and Town Clerk Ashley Samonisky.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
November 20
th, 2025
• Margaret Anderson made a motion to approve the November 20, 2025 meeting
minutes. Karen Saum seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS ITEMS
The full Elections discussion can be viewed on Town Hall Streams.
Main Topics included:
• Introduction of New Members of the Elections Board.
• Discussion of last year’s process. Members stated that they felt last years Election D …
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Commissioners
Town to vote on utility rates and budget for FY27
The Oxford Commissioners will vote on Ordinance 2603 to adopt the Utility Fund budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 and establish utility rates. The agenda also includes authorizing a Resident Deputy program with the Sheriff's Office and discussing parking and short-term rental regulations.
- Vote on Ordinance 2603: Utility Fund budget and rates for FY27
- Authorize MOU with Sheriff's Office for Resident Deputy program
- Discuss off-street parking request from Oxford Inn
- Discuss potential amendments to Short Term Rental ordinance
- Consider moving July 14 meeting to July 8
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a regular meeting in person at
101 Market Street on June 9, 2026, at 6 PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford md
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ June 9, 2026, AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARING ON ORDINANCE 2603, AN ORDINANCE OF COMMISSIONERS
OF OXFORD ADOPTING THE UTILITY FUND BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
BEGINNING JULY 1, 2026, AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2027, AND ESTABLISHING
UTILITY RATES.
REGULAR TOWN MEETING – 6 PM
▪
Pledge of Allegiance
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM COMMISSIONER
▪
Commissioner’s Comments/Announcements
TALBOT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORT
•
Lt. James Dobson
MANAGEMENT
▪
Town Managers Report, Holly Wahl
CONSENT AGENDA
▪
Meeting minutes
May 12, 2026, Commissioners Regular Meeting
May 26, 2026, Commissioners Regular Meeting
▪
Public Works Report
▪
Finance Report
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Vote on Ordinance 2603 an Ordinance of Commissioners of Oxford adopting the utility fund
budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027, and establishing utility
rates.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
COMMISSIONER MEETINGS
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Commissioners of Oxford
NEW BUSINESS
(1)
Commissioners to consider authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) with
the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office to implement a Resident Deputy program and to …
Mon Jun 8, 2026
Commissioners
Commissioners to discuss candidates for town appointed offices
The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a special work session to discuss candidates for three appointed town positions. The meeting includes time for public comments.
- Discussion with Ken Gligman for Planning Commission
- Discussion with Debbie Krolicki for Ethics Commission
- Discussion with Joe Howard for Historic Commission
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a Special meeting in person at
101 Market Street on June 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ June 8, 2026, AGENDA
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING – 4:00 PM
Pledge of Allegiance
WORK SESSION DISCUSSION
1) Discussion with candidates for appointed office of the Town:
Ken Gligman Planning Commission
Debbie Krolicki Ethics Commission
Joe Howard Historic Commission
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS Public comments are encouraged in person (3-minute limit), and they
can be emailed to oxfordclerk@oxfordmd.gov
on the Friday prior to the Town meeting by
noon, mailed or dropped off at the Town Office prior to the Town meeting. Please note if you are
requesting your comments be included in the public packet. Comments received after the
deadline will be included in the following meeting agenda packet.
ADJOURNMENT
The Commissioners of Oxford are governed by the Oxford Charter and are guided by Robert’s
Rules of Order. The Charter provides that all meetings of the Commissioners shall be open to the
public, and the rules of the Commissioners shall provide that residents of the Town shall have a
reasonable opportunity to be heard at any meeting in regard to any municipal question. Public
Comment is included on all Commissioner regular meeting agendas and affords the pub …
Mon Jun 8, 2026
Commissioners
Commissioners to discuss candidate for Board of Port Wardens
The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a special meeting to conduct a work session. The session consists of a discussion with a candidate for a town appointed office.
- Discussion with John Sutton regarding the Board of Port Wardens
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a Special meeting in person at
101 Market Street on June 8, 2026, at 9:30 AM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ June 8, 2026, AGENDA
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING – 9:30 AM
▪ Pledge of Allegiance
WORK SESSION DISCUSSION
1) Discussion with candidates for appointed office of the Town:
John Sutton Board of Port Wardens
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS Public comments are encouraged in person (3-minute limit), and they
can be emailed to oxfordclerk@oxfordmd.gov on the Friday prior to the Town meeting by
noon, mailed or dropped off at the Town Office prior to the Town meeting. Please note if you are
requesting your comments be included in the public packet. Comments received after the
deadline will be included in the following meeting agenda packet.
ADJOURNMENT
The Commissioners of Oxford are governed by the Oxford Charter and are guided by Robert’s
Rules of Order. The Charter provides that all meetings of the Commissioners shall be open to the
public, and the rules of the Commissioners shall provide that residen ts of the Town shall have a
reasonable opportunity to be heard at any meeting in regard to any municipal question. Public
Comment is included on all Commissioner regular meeting agendas and affords the public the
opportunity to have a voice, and the Commis sioners an o …
Mon Jun 8, 2026
Commissioners
Commissioners to discuss Oxford Community Center lease agreement
The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a work session to discuss the lease for the Oxford Community Center at 200 Oxford Road. The body is reviewing a proposed amended lease agreement and an alternative Memorandum of Understanding submitted by the Community Center board.
- Discussion of Amended and Restated Lease Agreement for 200 Oxford Road
- Review of proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) as an alternative to lease revisions
- Proposed lease term of 53 years (March 1, 2026, to February 28, 2079) with annual rent of $1.00
- Discussion of property maintenance, insurance requirements, and rental policies
- Review of public access priorities and nonprofit mission compliance
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a Special meeting in person at
101 Market Street on June 8, 2026, at 2:30 PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford md
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ June 8, 2026, AGENDA
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING – 2:30 PM
▪
Pledge of Allegiance
WORK SESSION DISCUSSION
1) Oxford Community Center Lease Agreement Discussion
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS Public comments are encouraged in person (3-minute limit), and they
can be emailed to oxfordclerk@oxfordmd.gov on the Friday prior to the Town meeting by
noon, mailed or dropped off at the Town Office prior to the Town meeting. Please note if you are
requesting your comments be included in the public packet. Comments received after the
deadline will be included in the following meeting agenda packet.
ADJOURNMENT
The Commissioners of Oxford are governed by the Oxford Charter and are guided by Robert’s
Rules of Order. The Charter provides that all meetings of the Commissioners shall be open to the
public, and the rules of the Commissioners shall provide that residents of the Town shall have a
reasonable opportunity to be heard at any meeting in regard to any municipal question. Public
Comment is included on all Commissioner regular meeting agendas and affords the public the
opportunity to have a voice, and the Commissioners an opportunity to listen. Public Comment is
not a Debate. It is not …
Fri Jun 5, 2026
Commissioners
Commissioners consider entering closed session for legal counsel
The Oxford Commissioners will hold a special meeting on June 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM at 101 Market Street. The agenda includes a pledge of allegiance, a public comment period, and a closed‑session item to consider invoking Maryland Code § 3‑305(b)(7) to consult legal counsel. No other decisions are listed.
- Consider closed session under Maryland Code § 3‑305(b)(7) to obtain legal advice
- Public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker)
- Pledge of Allegiance
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a Special meeting in person at
101 Market Street on June 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ June 5, 2026, AGENDA
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING – 2:00 PM
▪ Pledge of Allegiance
CLOSED SESSION Commissioners to consider going into closed session under Maryland
Code Annotated, General Provisions Article, § 3-305(b) (7.) to consult with legal counsel to
obtain legal advice.
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS Public comments are encouraged in person (3-minute limit), and they
can be emailed to oxfordclerk@oxfordmd.gov on the Friday prior to the Town meeting by
noon, mailed or dropped off at the Town Office prior to the Town meeting. Please note if you are
requesting your comments be included in the public packet. Comments received after the
deadline will be included in the following meeting agenda packet.
ADJOURNMENT
The Commissioners of Oxford are governed by the Oxford Charter and are guided by Robert’s
Rules of Order. The Charter provides that all meetings of the Commissioners shall be open to the
public, and the rules of the Commissioners shall provide that residen ts of the Town shall have a
reasonable opportunity to be heard at any meeting in regard to any municipal question. Public
Comment is included on all Commissioner regular meeting agendas and affords …
Mon Jun 1, 2026
Historic District
Commission considers two‑story screen porch addition at 205 Bank Street
The Oxford Historic District Commission met on June 1, 2026 to approve May 4 minutes and review several items. It noted two no‑permit notices (roof replacement at 510 Strand and repainting at 103 High). The commission will discuss applications for a new fence at 200 Market and a two‑story screen porch, HVAC platform, roof and door changes at 205 Bank Street, as well as a consultation for shed work at 200 Factory Street.
- No Permit Required: 510 Strand – Kordell roof replacement
- No Permit Required: 103 High – Meade repainting with same colors
- Application: 200 Market – new white Oxford picket fence and extension of existing fence
- Application: 205 Bank Street – HVAC platform and two‑story screen porch addition, new roof, and front door repaint
- Consultation: 200 Factory Street – shed roof, pergola, fence, and planters
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HDC MEETING:
1ST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Town of Oxford – Historic District Commission
OXFORD HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
AGENDA
June 1st, 2026
The next HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION regular meeting will be held in person at 101
Market Street on June 1st, 2025, at 3:30 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford md
Regular monthly meeting beginning at 3:30 p.m.
Minutes:
- Approval of May 4th, 2026 Meeting Minutes
No Permit Required Notice:
- 510 Strand - Kordell Roof Replacement
- 103 High - Meade – Re-Painting – Same Colors
Applications for Review:
- 200 Market - Linkins - Fence construction/Extension
- 205 Bank Street - Entry Roof color/material change and front door color change - rear
porch addition
Consultations:
- 200 Factory St - Consultation - Shed roof/pergola/fence/planters
HDC Guidance Updates:
- Updated Potential Administrative Approvals
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Historic District Commission
Meeting Minutes
May 4th, 2026
Present:
Attending the meeting were HDC Chair-Pete Linkins, Margaret Morris, Barbara Ranson, Karen
Wayland, and Town Clerk Ashley Samonisky.
Minutes:
Approval of April 13th, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• Removal of Will Cawley from the list of present members.
• Karen Wayland made a motion to approve the
April 13th, 2026 minutes; Marg …
Thu May 28, 2026
Board of Appeals
Board of Appeals to review height variance for Bachelors Point Marina
The Board of Appeals will consider a variance request for a storage building and an extension request for a property owner. The primary focus is a request to exceed height limits for an accessory structure in the M Zoning District.
- Variance application from Hinckley Bachelors Point Marina at 26106 Bachelors Harbor Drive to build a 30-foot tall storage building (exceeding the 18-foot limit)
- Extension request from Monty Deel for the property at 206 Tilghman Street regarding an Administrative Review application
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PLANNING MEETINGS:
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Town of Oxford – Board of Appeals
OXFORD BOARD OF APPEALS
A G E N D A
May 28, 2026
The Board of Appeals hearing will be held in person at
101 Market Street on May 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
Oxford Board of Appeals
4th Thursday of the month
P.O. Box 339
5:00 p.m. (as necessary)
Oxford, MD 21654
Oxford Municipal Bldg.
Scheduled monthly meeting beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Extension Requests:
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The Town of Oxford received an extension request from Monty Deel, the owner of 206
Tilghman Street, requesting additional time to resolve matters related to their application
for Administrative Review for the property located at 206 Tilghman Street.
Variance Applications for Review:
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The Town of Oxford received an application for a variance filed by Hinckley Bachelors
Point Marina, at 26106 Bachelors Harbor Drive Oxford, MD 21654.
o Specifically, the applicant seeks variation from the strict application of the zoning
ordinance regarding height restrictions of accessory structures. The applicant seeks to
construct a new thirty (30) foot tall storage building, adjacent to an identical, existing
boat storage building, and seeks variance from the eighteen (18) foot height
restriction of …
Tue May 26, 2026
Commissioners
Town discusses FY27 Utility Fund budget for June public hearing
The Oxford Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss the FY27 Utility Fund Enterprise Budget and public engagement ahead of a scheduled public hearing on June 9, 2026.
- Discussion of FY27 Utility Fund Enterprise Budget
- Public engagement on FY27 Utility Fund Enterprise Budget
- Public hearing scheduled for June 9, 2026
- Public comments accepted via email, mail, or in person
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The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a Special meeting in person at
101 Market Street on May 26, 2026, at 4:30 PM
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
COMMISSIONERS OF OXFORD ~ May 26, 2026, AGENDA
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING – 4:30 PM
Pledge of Allegiance
WORK SESSION DISCUSSION
1) FY27 Utility Fund Enterprise Budget Key Highlights as Introduced on May 12, 2026
2) Public engagement on the FY27 Utility Fund Enterprise Budget in preparation of the public
hearing scheduled for June 9, 2026
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS Public comments are encouraged in person (3-minute limit), and they
can be emailed to oxfordclerk@oxfordmd.gov
on the Friday prior to the Town meeting by
noon, mailed or dropped off at the Town Office prior to the Town meeting. Please note if you are
requesting your comments be included in the public packet. Comments received after the
deadline will be included in the following meeting agenda packet.
ADJOURNMENT
The Commissioners of Oxford are governed by the Oxford Charter and are guided by Robert’s
Rules of Order. The Charter provides that all meetings of the Commissioners shall be open to the
public, and the rules of the Commissioners shall provide that residents of the Town shall have a
reasonable opportunity to be heard at any meeting in regard to any municipal question. Public
Comment is included on all Commissi …
Tue May 26, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission meets to discuss permits and construction projects
The Oxford Planning Commission will meet on May 26, 2026, to review building permit applications, tree removal requests, and a stormwater management redesign. The meeting will be held in person at 101 Market Street.
- Stormwater management redesign at 102 The Strand
- New fence installation at 200 Market Street
- Demolition and new home construction at 113 First Street
- Tree removal applications at 210 S Morris and 200 Tilghman
- No June 9th Work Session Meeting
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BOARD MEETING:
LAST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
2ND TUESDAY WORK SESSION IF NEEDED
(410) 226-5122
101 Market Street
P.O. Box 339
Oxford, Maryland 21654
Town of Oxford – Planning Commission
A G E N D A
May 26th, 2026
The next PLANNING COMMISSION Monthly Meeting will be held in person at
101 Market Street on May 26th, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
All are welcome to join the meeting in person or view the meeting virtually at the following link:
https://townhallstreams.com/towns/oxford_md
Oxford Planning Commission
2nd/last Tuesday of the month
P.O. Box 339
2:00 p.m.
Oxford, MD 21654
Oxford Municipal Bldg.
Monthly Meeting beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Planning Commission Orientation and Information Session – Holly Wahl
Building Permits and Notices:
No Permit Necessary Notice:
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510 Strand - Kordell - Roof Replacement
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103 High - Meade - Painting – No Color Change
Building Permit Applications:
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102 Strand - Eckhardt - Cistern
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200 Market - Fence New/Extension
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113 First Street - Tull - New home Construction
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512 Strand - Hod - Permit Extension Request/Updated GC
Utility Applications:
-
402 E Strand - Safe Harbor - Plumbing
Tree Removal Applications:
-
210 S Morris - Jordan - Tree removals
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200 Tilghman - Stout - Tree Removal
Consultations:
-
901 S Morris - Fotteler – Porch Addition Consult (Currently Built to/Over Setback Line
and No Additional Lot Coverage is Available)
Note: There will be no June 9th Work Session Meeting …
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