Wicomico County public meetings in 2024

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a text amendment to regulate medical clinics and a rezoning of 413 Snow Hill Road. They will also review several development plans including Village at Canal Park, Pond at Nutters Crossing Phase Two, and others. A work session will discuss amendments to downtown density and parking standards, followed by a discussion on the comprehensive plan update.

• Public hearing on text amendment to amend Section 225 of Wicomico County Code to modify regulation of medical clinics
• Public hearing on rezoning of 413 Snow Hill Road from R-10 Residential to General Commercial
• Preliminary comprehensive development plan for Village at Canal Park on Canal Park Drive
• Preliminary final plat approval for Pond at Nutters Crossing Phase Two on Stonehaven Drive and Bellamy Circle
• Work session on text amendment to City of Salisbury Municipal Code for Central Business District density and off-street parking standards

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a favorable recommendation for a text amendment allowing medical clinics by special exception in R-8 residential districts, forwarded a rezoning of 413 Snow Hill Road to General Commercial, and approved several development plans including a 25-unit townhouse project, a 16-lot subdivision, a solar facility, and multiple sign and development plans. All votes were unanimous. The commission also tabled a parking text amendment for the Central Business District for further study.

• Approved favorable recommendation for medical clinic text amendment (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 413 Snow Hill Road to General Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Comprehensive Development Plan for Village at Canal Park (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary/Final Plat for The Pond at Nutters Crossing Phase Two (unanimous)
• Approved solar facility in Paleochannel Overlay District (unanimous)
• Approved Bluewater Business Park condominium documents with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved sign plan for Birdsong Village (unanimous)
• Tabled CBD parking text amendment for further work session

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a text amendment to regulate medical clinics and a rezoning of 413 Snow Hill Road. Other items include preliminary development plans for the Village at Canal Park and Pond at Nutters Crossing Phase Two, plus revised plans for South Salisbury Plaza and Shoppes at Salisbury. The commission will also discuss a work session on City of Salisbury zoning code amendments and a comprehensive plan update.

• Public hearing on text amendment to modify regulation of medical clinics in Wicomico County Code Section 225-29 and related sections.
• Public hearing on rezoning 413 Snow Hill Road from R-10 Residential to General Commercial (SMMR, Inc.).
• Preliminary comprehensive development plan for Village at Canal Park on Canal Park Drive (R-5A district).
• Preliminary final plat approval for Pond at Nutters Crossing Phase Two (Stonehaven Dr., Bellamy Circle).
• Revised comprehensive development plan for South Salisbury Plaza at 800 S. Salisbury Blvd. (General Commercial).

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will hold public hearings on a vehicle use policy and a lease agreement for the Old Terminal Building, and consider several resolutions. The most consequential item is the introduction of an emergency zoning amendment to regulate outpatient medical and dental clinics with three or more physicians. The council will also receive the Fiscal Years 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan and discuss funding for the Salisbury Fire Department and solid waste management in open work sessions.

• Public hearing on Legislative Bill 2024-12: procedures for county-owned or leased vehicles
• Public hearing on Resolution 160-2024: lease with FAA for Old Terminal Building at airport
• Submission of Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030
• Introduction of Legislative Bill 2024-13: emergency zoning amendment to regulate medical clinics
• Open work session on proposed 10-year Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan

The Wicomico County Council approved Legislative Bill 2024-12, establishing rules for County-owned vehicles, after adding amendments that exempt the Sheriff's Office and State's Attorney, require accident reporting to the Sheriff, mandate drug testing after accidents, and include a zero-tolerance policy for cannabis. The Council also approved resolutions for an FAA lease, a letter of support for a new liquor license class, and the 2025 holiday schedule.

• Approved Legislative Bill 2024-12 (County vehicle policy) as amended (5-1, Winn opposed)
• Approved Resolution 160-2024 (FAA lease for Old Terminal Building) unanimously
• Approved Resolution 161-2024 (Letter of support for Class B-Athletic and Event Facility License) (4-2, Baker and Holloway opposed)
• Approved Resolution 162-2024 (2025 official holidays) unanimously
• Approved Resolution 163-2024 (Accept $1,000 stipend for Drug Treatment Court) unanimously
• Approved Resolution 164-2024 (Anonymous Reporting Hotline Manual amendments) unanimously
• Introduced Legislative Bill 2024-13 (Medical clinic zoning regulations) unanimously
• Tabled motion for Legislative Bill 2024-12 failed (1-4)

Tourism and Civic Center Commission

The Wicomico Tourism & Civic Center Commission will discuss a revised draft of the 5-year strategic plan for 2025-2029, receive updates on capital projects including AWP Stadium improvements and YCC exterior renovation, and hear a presentation on potential shared housing legislation. The meeting also includes division reports for tourism and civic center.

• Revised draft 5-year strategic plan 2025-2029
• Capital project update: AWP Stadium improvements
• Capital project update: YCC exterior renovation
• Capital project update: Visitor Center / Leonard's Mill Dog Park
• Presentation on potential shared housing legislation

The Wicomico Tourism and Civic Center Commission approved minutes from September 30, 2024, and recommended staff pursue Option 1 for short-term rental (STR) tax legislation, which would update tax laws to include hosting platforms and enable the county to collect room tax from STRs. The board also received updates on the $28 million Arthur W. Perdue Stadium project, the Civic Center exterior renovation (funding approved by County Council on November 19), and the Leonard's Mill Dog Park, all progressing as planned. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 30, 2024 meeting (all in favor)
• Recommended Option 1 for STR tax legislation, updating tax terms to include brokers/hosting platforms
• Noted County Council approved additional funding for Civic Center exterior project on Nov 19

Board of Appeals

The Wicomico County Board of Appeals will meet to review a request from Econox Renewables, Inc. The applicant is seeking a one-year extension to exercise a previously granted special exception for a minor solar project.

• Request for one-year extension for Econox Renewables, Inc. special exception (Minor Solar) at the northeast corner of Hobbs Road at Mt. Hermon Road

The Wicomico County Board of Appeals approved a one-year extension for Econox Renewables, Inc. to exercise a special exception for a minor solar facility at Hobbs Road and Mt. Hermon Road. The extension modifies condition one, requiring a building permit by December 4, 2025, and compliance with decommissioning code. The board also approved the November 21, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved one-year extension for Econox Renewables special exception (4-0, Chairman recused)
• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, Chairman recused)

Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee

The Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss old and new business, including a draft compromise solar bill, updates on Cove Beach and Connelly Mill Park, the Salisbury Integrity Project gas pipeline, and invasive species management. Public comments will be taken.

• Draft Compromise Solar Bill
• Salisbury Integrity Project gas pipeline discussion
• Cove Beach and Connelly Mill Park updates
• Pirate's Wharf update
• Salisbury urban density public meeting

Wicomico Board of Elections

The Wicomico County Board of Elections will consider certifying the 2024 Presidential General Election and approving canvass minutes from the recent election. The board will also discuss the FY25 budget and hold a closed session. A holiday party for staff is scheduled after the meeting.

• Certification of 2024 Presidential General Election results
• Approval of Canvass Minutes (Pre-Canvass, MIB 1, Provisional & MIB 2)
• Review of FY25 Budget
• Closed session (legal/personnel matters)
• Staff Christmas party at 1:00 pm

The Wicomico County Board of Elections met and approved the minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting. The board also approved the 2024 Presidential General Election canvass minutes with corrections, and accepted the resignation of Board Member Woody Willing, effective February 1, 2025. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Presidential General Election canvass minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Board Member Woody Willing, effective February 1, 2025

Airport Commission

The Wicomico County Airport Commission will review the recent $800,000 Small Community Air Service Development Grant from USDOT, along with updates on runway extension, snow removal and firefighting facility construction, a new fuel farm, and other infrastructure projects. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, passenger activity report, and public comments.

• $800,000 SCASD grant awarded by USDOT; grant offer expected soon
• Runway extension to start spring 2025, completion summer 2026
• SRE/ARFF facility 40% complete; County Council approved additional funding
• Wireless Edge paid $30,000 for 12-month cell tower construction extension
• RFP for FBO services due December 19; 4-5 interested parties

The Wicomico County Airport Commission met on December 9, 2024, and approved the minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting. The meeting included updates on airport projects, passenger activity, and the UMES AMT school's FAA certification. No substantive policy decisions were made; the only formal action was the minutes approval.

• Approved October 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Animal Appeals Board

The Wicomico County Animal Appeals Board will meet to hear an appeal involving owner Kenneth Huber and his animal, Scooby. The board will take testimony from Animal Control and the owner before deliberating and voting.

• Appeal involving owner Kenneth Huber and animal Scooby pursuant to Article X, Chapter 133 of the Wicomico County Code

The Wicomico County Animal Appeals Board unanimously approved returning Scooby, a Chesapeake Bay Retriever that bit a man, to owner Kenneth Huber, with the dog officially deemed dangerous. Conditions include keeping the dog in a garage until a fenced area is built, coordinating with Animal Control, and muzzling the dog during walks.

• Approved returning Scooby to owner with dangerous dog designation (unanimous)
• Required Scooby be kept in garage until fenced area is built
• Required Scooby to wear a muzzle during walks
• Required coordination with Officer Guyer on fencing

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will meet to adopt previous minutes and receive a training announcement. The meeting includes a closed session to review items 2024-0012 and 2024-0016.

• Review of item 2024-0012 in closed session
• Review of item 2024-0016 in closed session
• Training announcement

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will vote on a tax credit application for First Move Properties, LLC and Star-Ross, LLC. Members will also consider legislation to repeal the hotel and multi-family residential development property tax credit.

• Resolution No. 158-2024: Tax credit application for multi-family residential development
• Legislative Bill No. 2024-10: Repeal of Section 90-7 regarding hotel or multi-family residential development property tax credits
• Resolution No. 159-2024: Appointment of Jacqueline Jennings to the Tourism and Civic Center Commission
• Discussion on former Drill Academy site at 5000 Goldman Lane
• Proposed legislation to add Chapter 98 (Sanitary District; Water and Sewer) to the County Code

Recreation Commission

The Wicomico Recreation & Parks Commission will discuss the 5-Year Department Strategic Plan, receive updates on capital projects including Cove Road and AWP Stadium improvements, and consider changes to pavilion rental rates and RPT program adjustments for FY26. Public comments will be heard at the end of the meeting.

• Approval of previous minutes
• Review of 5-Year Department Strategic Plan
• Updates on capital projects: YCC Exterior, Cove Road Demo & Expansion, Mason Dixon Complex, AWP Stadium Improvement, Leonard’s Mill Dog Park
• Discussion of pavilion rental rates and procedures
• RPT Program Adjustments for FY26

Board of Appeals

The Wicomico County Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two special exception applications: one for a veterinary clinic on Morris Road in Pittsville, and another for a small telecom cable contracting business on Forest Grove Road in Parsonsburg. The board will also consider approval of the October 24, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Special Exception #WA-2411: Cecilia Wolf seeks to operate a veterinary clinic at 7040 Morris Road in the A-1 Zoning District (south of Pittsville).
• Special Exception #WA-2412: Chimere Toadvine seeks approval for a small contracting business (telecom cable company) at 6088 Forest Grove Road in the A-1 Zoning District and A-2 Airport Overlay District (south of Parsonsburg).
• Approval of the October 24, 2024 meeting minutes.

Planning and Zoning Commission

At its November 21 meeting, the Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold three public hearings: a utility substation on Calloway Street, a text amendment for the Villages at Aydelotte Farm Planned Residential District, and a text amendment to increase inherent density in the Central Business District. The Commission will also review the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvements Plan, consider sketch plat approval for Pond at Nutters Cross Phase Two, and hold a work session on a proposed text amendment regarding medical facilities in the R-8 zoning district.

• Public hearing on utility substation permit for Eastern Shore Natural Gas on Calloway Street (R-5A Residential)
• Public hearing on text amendment to amend Chapter 17.150 for Villages at Aydelotte Farm (Still Meadow Blvd & Beaglin Park Dr)
• Public hearing to increase inherent density in the Central Business District (Chapter 17.24.040)
• Capital Improvements Project Review for FY2026-2030
• Subdivision sketch plat approval for Pond at Nutters Cross Phase Two (Stonehaven Dr, Bellamy Circle)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a utility substation ordinance permit, a text amendment for the Villages at Aydelotte Farm planned residential district, and a text amendment to increase inherent density in the Central Business District. The commission will also review the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program, consider subdivision sketch plat approval for Pond at Nutters Cross Phase Two, and discuss a proposed text amendment for medical facilities in the R-8 zoning district.

• Public hearing: Ordinance permit for Eastern Shore Natural Gas utility substation on Calloway Street (R-5A Residential)
• Public hearing: Text amendment to amend Chapter 17.150 for Villages at Aydelotte Farm (Still Meadow Boulevard & Beaglin Park Drive)
• Public hearing: Text amendment to increase inherent density in Central Business District (Chapter 17.24.040.B.2.a, Salisbury Town Center Apartments)
• Capital Improvements Project Review (FY2026-2030)
• Subdivision Sketch Plat Approval: Pond at Nutters Cross Phase Two (Stonehaven Dr., Bellamy Circle, Zone R-20 and Airport Overlay)

Police Accountability Board

The Wicomico County Police Accountability Board is meeting to work on its end-of-year report. The agenda includes only a call to order and discussion of the report. No votes or decisions are listed.

• Work on End of Year Report

Wicomico Board of Elections

The Wicomico County Board of Elections will hold its monthly meeting to discuss and potentially act on administrative and post-election items. Topics include approval of October minutes, the FY25 budget, the 2024 Presidential General unofficial results, and polling place evaluations. Public participation is available by pre-scheduling.

• FY25 Budget discussion
• 2024 Presidential General unofficial stats review
• 2024 Polling Place Evaluations
• 2024 Election Page Participants & Election Judges recap
• Christmas Party planning

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review two applications for work within the historic district: one for demolition of an accessory structure and construction of a pole building, and another for demolition and installation of a greenhouse. The commission will also vote on minutes from the May 2024 meeting.

• WHDQ-24-04: John and Maureen Reb request approval to demolish an accessory structure and construct a new pole building at 6520 Quantico Rd., Quantico, MD 21865
• WHDQ-24-05: Justin Vorous requests approval to demolish an accessory structure and install a greenhouse at 6551 Quantico Rd., Quantico, MD 21865
• Approval of minutes from the May 29, 2024 meeting

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will hold public hearings on several capital budget amendments and a forest conservation easement relocation. The body is also reviewing a new contract for point-of-sale software and appointments to county boards and commissions.

• Resolution No. 150-2024: Request for $2,750,000 for the Department of Recreation, Parks & Tourism-Civic Exterior Project
• Resolution No. 149-2024: $1,600 grant for engineering services to dredge Nanticoke Harbor
• Resolution No. 148-2024: Relocation of a 2.87-acre forest conservation easement on Tax Map 12 Parcel 1
• Resolution No. 153-2024: Five-year contract with Venue Next, Powered by Shift4 for point-of-sale software
• Legislative Bill 2024-12: Proposed procedures for the use and operation of county-owned or leased vehicles

Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee

The Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee will review minutes from October, receive updates on invasive species efforts and Cove Beach, and discuss the Salisbury Integrity Project gas pipeline and other city updates. Public comments will be taken before adjournment.

• Approval of October 9 meeting minutes
• Update on invasive species control via PRISM
• Cove Beach status report
• Salisbury Integrity Project gas pipeline discussion
• City update and public comment period

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will hold public hearings on three legislative bills: exempting airplane landing strips from property tax, repealing a hotel/multifamily tax credit, and updating the ethics code. They will also consider resolutions including a water and sewer plan amendment, an FY2025 budget amendment for sheriff's department positions, and two awards from the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund totaling $175,379. Additionally, a first reading of an invasive bamboo control ordinance is scheduled.

• Public hearing on Bill 2024-09: tax exemption for airplane landing strips
• Public hearing on Bill 2024-10: repeal of hotel/multifamily property tax credit
• Public hearing on Bill 2024-11: update to county ethics code
• Resolution 144-2024: amend FY2025 operating budget and positions for Sheriff's Department
• Resolutions 145-146: award $75,464 to Recovery Resource Center and $99,915 to Child and Family Center from Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund

Board of Appeals

The Wicomico County Board of Appeals will decide on a continued special exception for a wireless telecommunication facility (no further testimony) and hear a new request for a power wash and lighting contractor special exception. Two solar special exception requests have been postponed.

• WA-2407: Special Exception for wireless telecommunication facility at 22659 Capitola Road (continuance, no further testimony)
• WA-2408: Clean Power Wash, LLC requests special exception for small contracting business at 27000 Ocean Gateway
• WA-2409: Salisbury Riverside West Solar, LLC special exception for minor solar – POSTPONED
• WA-2410: Salisbury Cross West Solar, LLC special exception for minor solar – POSTPONED

Administrative Charging Committee

The Wicomico County Administrative Charging Committee will vote on the reappointment of a member and then enter closed session to review four cases (2023-0016, 2024-0005, 2024-0006, 2024-0010) under personnel or legal advice exceptions. The agenda is subject to change and items may not be considered in sequence. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Reappointment of a committee member
• Closed session review of case 2023-0016
• Closed session review of case 2024-0005
• Closed session review of case 2024-0006
• Closed session review of case 2024-0010

County Council

The Wicomico County Council is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding outdoor burning. Director of Emergency Services Lorenzo Cropper will present the proposal.

• Resolution No. 141-2024: To Institute a Temporary Ban on any Outdoor Burning in Wicomico County, Maryland

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is deciding on several development applications, including a final comprehensive plan for Martin's Mill on Dagsboro Road and a revised preliminary plan for East Naylor Mill at Naylor Mill Road and Parsons Lake Drive. They will also review sign plans for Starbucks and Red Oak Car Wash, discuss text amendments to kennel regulations, and hold a work session on amending the Central Business District zoning code.

• Final Comprehensive Development Plan Approval for Martin's Mill (Vestoge Salisbury MD LLC) on Dagsboro Road
• Revised Preliminary Comprehensive Development Plan Approval for East Naylor Mill Parcel 239 (St. Johns Properties) at Naylor Mill Road and Parsons Lake Drive
• Sign Plan Approval for Starbucks at 317 Tilghman Road in Gateway Crossing Shopping Center
• Text amendments to Wicomico County code sections 225-25, 225-67, 225-99 regarding kennels
• Work session on City of Salisbury text amendment to Chapter 17.24.040 (Central Business District)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a final comprehensive development plan for Martin's Mill on Dagsboro Road, a revised preliminary plan for East Naylor Mill parcel 239, and sign plan approvals for Starbucks and Red Oak Car Wash. The Planning Director will report on proposed county text amendments regarding kennels. A work session will discuss a city text amendment for the Central Business District.

• Final comprehensive development plan for Martin's Mill on Dagsboro Road (R-10A district)
• Revised preliminary comprehensive development plan for East Naylor Mill parcel 239 at Naylor Mill Road and Parsons Lake Drive
• Sign plan approval for Starbucks at 317 Tilghman Road in Gateway Crossing Shopping Center
• Revised sign plan approval for Red Oak Car Wash at 1100 Nanticoke Road
• Planning director's report on text amendments to county zoning sections 225-25, 225-67, and 225-99 regarding kennels

Police Accountability Board

The meeting is largely procedural, covering adoption of minutes, updates from the Chief and committees, and scheduling a work session for the 2024 End of Year Report. No specific cases or votes are listed on the agenda. The board will also address the expiration of an Administrative Charging Committee member term.

• Adoption of minutes from previous meeting
• Chief's Report and Case Review updates
• Administrative Charging Committee updates and member term expiration
• Schedule work session to review 2024 End of Year Report

Wicomico Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is meeting to review preparations for the upcoming General Election. Discussions include specimen ballots, judge staffing, and equipment transportation.

• FY 25 Budget
• Specimen Ballot
• Early Voting and Election Day Judges
• General Election Transportation of Equipment
• Early Voting Results and Canvasses Review

County Council

The County Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed Invasive Bamboo Control Act, introduce three legislative bills including tax exemptions for airplane landing strips and repeal of a hotel/multifamily housing tax credit, and consider appointments to county commissions. Work sessions include broadband updates, a housing needs report, and interviews for Supervisor of Assessments. The consent agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a $150,000 budget transfer.

• Public Hearing: Legislative Bill 2024-08 – Invasive Bamboo Control Act
• Introduction: Legislative Bill 2024-09 – Airplane landing strips real property tax exemption
• Introduction: Legislative Bill 2024-10 – Repeal of hotel or multifamily residential development property tax credit
• Introduction: Legislative Bill 2024-11 – Updates to county ethics law
• Consent Agenda: Budget transfer of $150,000 (Journal Number 20166)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission is reviewing updates on several infrastructure projects and passenger activity. The airport is transitioning Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) duties from a contractor to four new staff members. The body is also monitoring the status of runway extensions and fuel farm construction.

• Secured $487,792 MAA Special Grant for 50% of Security System Upgrade Phase 2
• Runway extension construction likely to start spring 2025
• Sewer extension in Business Park contract award expected in coming weeks
• RFP for FBO services expected to be advertised this week
• August enplaned passengers increased 32.3% to 6,596 compared to August 2023

Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee

The Wicomico County Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee is meeting for updates and discussions, including old business on invasive species and new business covering a proposed Cove Beach expansion and adding an energy resources element to the comprehensive plan. No final decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of reports, public comment, and discussion items.

• Approval of minutes from September 11 meeting
• Old business: update on invasive species and PRISM
• Discussion of Cove Beach expansion plan with Parks and Recreation staff
• Discussion of adding an energy resources element to the comprehensive plan
• City updates from municipal representatives

Board of Electrical Examiners

The Wicomico County Board of Electrical Examiners convened for a procedural meeting. The agenda included approval of the minutes, discussion of county code and state permits, and public and board member comments with no action required. No substantive decisions or discussions were scheduled.

• Approval of October 2, 2024 agenda
• County Code review (no action)
• State Permits discussion (no action)
• Public comments (no action required)
• Board member comments (no action required)

County Council

The County Council will hold public hearings on amendments to solar facility lease agreements, an airport access control grant, and stadium improvement projects. It will also vote on a tax credit for a multi-family development, a property exchange with the state university system, and elimination of the Economic Impact Scholarship. Open work sessions include a water/sewer plan amendment, HORIZON program reevaluation, and a proposed seafood ordinance.

• Public hearing on Resolution 129-2024: amendments to two solar site lease agreements with Community Power Group (2.0 MWac and 1.5 MWac facilities)
• Public hearing on Resolution 131-2024: accept $487,792 Maryland Aviation Administration grant for Airport Access Control Project Phase II
• Public hearing on Resolution 133-2024: reallocate $380,000 in FY24 Pay-Go funding to Arthur W. Perdue Stadium playing field improvement
• Resolution 134-2024: declare 122 S. Division Street surplus and exchange with state for 909 S. Schumaker Drive
• Resolution 135-2024: eliminate the Wicomico County Economic Impact Scholarship Program

The Council denied Resolution No. 126-2024, which would have granted a 10-year property tax credit to the Ross building under the Horizon program, because the application was filed more than 90 days after the assessment notice. The vote was 3-3 with one abstention. The Council also approved several other resolutions, including solar lease amendments, grant acceptances, and a property exchange with Salisbury University.

• Denied Horizon tax credit for Ross building (3-3, Shields abstained)
• Approved solar lease amendments (unanimous)
• Approved $487,792 airport security grant (unanimous)
• Approved $900,000 video board grant for Perdue Stadium (unanimous)
• Approved $380,000 reallocation for Perdue Stadium field improvements (unanimous)
• Approved property exchange with Salisbury University (unanimous)
• Eliminated Economic Impact Scholarship Program (unanimous)
• Approved Roads Department salary adjustment (4-3)

Tourism and Civic Center Commission

The Wicomico County Tourism and Civic Center Commission will discuss potential legislation for shared housing, review capital project updates including the YCC Exterior Renovation, AWP Stadium Improvements, and the Visitor Center/Leonard’s Mill Dog Park, and consider a draft 5-year strategic plan for 2025-2029. The meeting also includes staff changes, approval of previous minutes, and division reports from Tourism and the Civic Center.

• Potential legislation for shared housing discussed
• Draft 5-year strategic plan 2025-2029 presented
• YCC Exterior Renovation Project update
• AWP Stadium Improvements update
• Visitor Center / Leonard's Mill Dog Park update

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will consider adopting previous meeting minutes and discuss the return of vendor forms under new business. The committee will then enter a closed session to review case 2024-0009. The meeting is primarily procedural.

• Return of Vendor Forms
• Closed session review of case 2024-0009
• Adoption of minutes from prior meeting

The Administrative Charging Committee met and approved FY25 stipends of $150 per month per member. The committee moved into closed session and later returned to open session, with no questions asked. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions beyond the stipend approval and closed session.

• Approved FY25 stipends of $150/month per member
• Moved into closed session (all in favor)
• Returned to open session (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Recreation Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss ongoing capital projects and review a draft of the 2025-2029 Department Strategic Plan. The session includes division reports from Parks and Recreation and a review of facility requests.

• Cove Road Demo & Expansion
• Mason Dixon Complex
• AWP Stadium Improvements
• Pirate’s Wharf Phase II / Plantings
• Draft 5 Year Department Strategic Plan 2025-2029

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Salisbury-Wicomico Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an ordinance permit for a daycare center at 224 Phillip Morris Drive. They will also consider zoning recommendations for annexation requests from the City of Salisbury (southeast of Pemberton Drive) and Pohanka Kia (Maple Way & Cross Way, Chestnut Way & Cross Way). Additionally, sign plan approvals for University Plaza and College Towne Center on S. Salisbury Boulevard are up for vote, with discussions on Here is Home Update, Community Impact Statement, and Central Business District Density scheduled.

• Public hearing on daycare center ordinance permit – The Night Watch LLC at 224 Phillip Morris Drive
• Zoning recommendation on annexation request – City of Salisbury for property SE of Pemberton Drive
• Zoning recommendation on annexation request – Pohanka Kia for parcels on Maple Way & Cross Way and Chestnut Way & Cross Way
• Sign plan approval – University Plaza at 1313-1315 S. Salisbury Blvd. (General Commercial District)
• Sign plan approval – College Towne Center at 1303 S. Salisbury Blvd. (General Commercial District)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will conduct a public hearing for a daycare center permit and review two annexation requests. The body will also consider sign plan approvals for two properties on S. Salisbury Blvd. and discuss density in the Central Business District.

• Public hearing: Ordinance permit for The Night Watch LLC daycare at 224 Phillip Morris Drive
• Annexation request: City of Salisbury SE of Pemberton Drive
• Annexation request: Pohanka Kia at Maple Way, Cross Way, and Chestnut Way
• Sign plan approval: University Plaza at 1313-1315 S. Salisbury Blvd.
• Sign plan approval: College Towne Center at 1303 S. Salisbury Blvd.

Wicomico Board of Elections

The Wicomico County Board of Elections will discuss the FY25 budget and the 2024 General Election Calendar as old business. New business items include logic and accuracy testing dates, supply verification, pre-election canvass, and a specimen ballot policy. The board may also go into closed session. Public participation requires pre-scheduling.

• Approval of August 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of FY25 budget
• Review of 2024 General Election Calendar
• Logic and accuracy testing dates and public demo
• Pre-election canvass and specimen ballot policy

The Wicomico County Board of Elections met and approved the August 21, 2024 minutes with corrections. The board unanimously rejected one untimely ballot during the Board of Canvassers session. Election preparation items were discussed, including specimen ballot mailing, judge training, and Logic and Accuracy testing, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved August 21, 2024 minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Rejected 1 untimely ballot (unanimous)
• Adjourned regular meeting and opened Board of Canvassers (unanimous)
• Reconvened regular meeting after canvassers session (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed session, opened in error, no issues discussed (unanimous)

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will hold a legislative session on September 17, 2024, including a closed work session to discuss the appointment of a Director of Planning, Zoning and Community Development, followed by a vote to confirm Tracey Green Taylor for the position. The council will also introduce a bill to regulate invasive bamboo, hold public hearings on declaring the downtown library surplus and amending personal leave policies, and consider several budget resolutions. Open work sessions will cover broadband projects, mobile integrated health, and an emergency services SWOT analysis.

• Public hearing on declaring 122 S. Division Street (Downtown Library) surplus property
• Introduction of Legislative Bill No. 2024-08: Invasive Bamboo Control Act
• Resolution to confirm Tracey Green Taylor as Director of Planning, Zoning and Community Development
• Resolution No. 93-2024: Amending FY2025 budget to use $330,000 for Wicomico County Free Library capital
• Resolution No. 120-2024: Amending personnel manual to provide two additional personal days

The Council approved Resolution 93-2024, allocating $330,000 from FY26 capital funds for design work on the new library at Schumaker Pond, despite concerns about state funding guarantees. An amendment to delay the funding until state obligations were secured failed. The Council also approved several other resolutions, including a bond resolution for Fruitland Primary School and a revised invasive bamboo control bill, while postponing a resolution on supervisor nominees for interviews.

• Approved $330K library design funding (5-2)
• Rejected amendment to delay library funding until state commitment (5-2)
• Approved bond resolution for Fruitland Primary School (unanimous)
• Approved invasive bamboo control bill (6-1)
• Postponed supervisor nominees resolution to Nov 19 (unanimous)
• Approved two additional personal days for employees (unanimous)
• Rejected Christmas Eve holiday for 2024 (1-6)
• Approved Tracey Green Taylor as Planning Director (unanimous)

Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee

The Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee will meet to review committee composition and term renewals. The session includes a discussion on the Community Impact Statement and Adequate Facilities Planning Ordinance.

• Discussion of Community Impact Statement and Adequate Facilities Planning Ordinance
• Review of committee composition and term renewals
• Update on County Council meeting

The committee approved the July 9 meeting minutes unanimously. Members discussed updates on bamboo legislation, committee organization changes, invasive species coordination, community impact of development, data centers and solar energy, and city updates. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved July 9 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed bamboo legislation update; no action taken
• Discussed committee organization changes; no formal vote
• Discussed invasive species coordination; no action taken
• Discussed community impact of development; no action taken
• Discussed data centers and solar energy; no action taken

Airport Commission

The Commission is reviewing the status of several infrastructure projects, including a new fuel farm and a rescue facility. The body is also monitoring a potential delay in the runway extension project due to pending state sign-off on land acquisition.

• Runway Extension: Project may be pushed to next spring pending DNR land acquisition sign-off
• CARES Act Grant: $11,055,349 reimbursed to date with $7,064,955 balance
• SRE/ARFF Facility: Steel framework complete and floor pouring has begun
• Cell Tower & Solar Farm: Resolutions for Community Power Group proposal set for Oct 1 County Council agenda
• Sewer Extension: Bids under review with expected completion in September 2025

The Wicomico County Airport Commission met on September 9, 2024, and approved the minutes from the July 8, 2024 meeting. The meeting included reports on projects, contracts, passenger activity, and discussions on signage, UAS operations, and a new Piedmont maintenance hangar. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved July 8, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Matt Creamer, seconded by John Cannon)

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will hold public hearings on three resolutions: relocating a 4.15-acre forest conservation easement, authorizing FAA and MAA grants for Phase 2 of the Salisbury airport runway extension, and accepting a $571,895 donation for the Parsonsburg Library renovation. The council will also vote on resolutions including a $500,000 reallocation of CARES funding for an airport parking lot, appointments to police accountability and charging committees, and a settlement of the opioid lawsuit against Kroger. Additional items include salary adjustments for a deputy sheriff/sergeant and an emergency services employee, and a priority letter for the state transportation program.

• Public hearing: Relocation of 4.15-acre forest conservation easement for Temo Power Inc. on Tax Map 57, Parcels 121 and 123
• Public hearing: FY2025 capital budget amendment to accept FAA and MAA grants for Phase 2 of Salisbury airport runway extension
• Public hearing: Accept $571,895 donation from Wicomico County Free Library for Parsonsburg Library Branch renovations
• Resolution to reallocate $500,000 in CARES funding from fuel farm project to Piedmont Parking Lot project at airport
• Resolution 119-2024: Settlement of opioid lawsuit against defendant Kroger

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss stipends and forms, and then enter closed session to review four investigations (2024-0004, 2023-0010, 2023-0011, 2023-0017) under personnel or legal advice exceptions. The agenda is largely procedural and subject to change.

• Closed session review of investigation 2024-0004
• Closed session review of investigation 2023-0010
• Closed session review of investigation 2023-0011
• Closed session review of investigation 2023-0017
• New business item on stipend and forms

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a text amendment to revise zoning requirements for commercial kennels. The agenda also includes review of preliminary and revised comprehensive development plans for self-storage and commercial properties, sign plan approval, the City of Salisbury's annual planning report, and discussion of a city text amendment concerning the Planned Residential District for The Villages at Aydelotte Farm.

• Public hearing on text amendment to redefine 'kennel, commercial' in zoning code (Section 225, Parts 3, 6, 8)
• Preliminary comprehensive development plan for Three Blind Mice Self Storage on Merritt Mill Road (LBI district)
• Revised preliminary comprehensive development plan for East Naylor Mill Lot 4 by St. John Properties (GC district)
• Sign plan approval for Woodbrooke Lot 7 – Tidal Health at 1664 Woodbrook Drive
• Discussion of city text amendment amending Chapter 17.150 for Planned Residential District No. 7 (The Villages at Aydelotte Farm)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a text amendment to update zoning requirements for commercial kennels. They will also review preliminary development plans for Three Blind Mice Self Storage on Merritt Mill Road and a revised plan for East Naylor Mill Lot 4. Other items include a sign plan for Woodbrooke Lot 7, the city's annual report for CY 2023, and a discussion of a text amendment for the Villages at Aydelotte Farm.

• Public hearing – text amendment to Section 225 of Wicomico County Code regarding kennel zoning requirements
• Preliminary comprehensive development plan – Three Blind Mice Self Storage on Merritt Mill Road
• Revised preliminary comprehensive development plan – East Naylor Mill Lot 4 by St. John Properties on East Naylor Mill Road
• Sign plan approval – Woodbrooke Lot 7 for Tidal Health at 1664 Woodbrook Drive
• Discussion – City of Salisbury text amendment for Planned Residential District No. 7 (Villages at Aydelotte Farm)

Board of Appeals

The Wicomico County Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two special exception requests. One seeks a setback variance for a residential property on Straw Ridge Lane. The other requests approval for a wireless telecommunication facility on Capitola Road.

• Special exception setback variance for Cheyenne Scearce at 4664 Straw Ridge Lane (R-20 district)
• Special exception for a wireless telecommunication facility by Network Towers, LLC at 22659 Capitola Road (A-1 district)
• Approval of July 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Board

The Wicomico County Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Board will consider a recommendation for a 1.0-acre unrestricted lot exemption on the Seipp Property at 3750 Union Church Road, to be forwarded to the MALPF Advisory Board. The board will also approve minutes from the June 21, 2024 meeting.

• Seipp Property (MALPF #22-13-01) at 3750 Union Church Road – recommendation for 1.0-acre unrestricted lot exemption

Wicomico Board of Elections

The Wicomico County Board of Elections will meet to approve July meeting minutes, review FY24 and FY25 budgets, and discuss items for the 2024 general election. Topics include election judge and board member training, a specimen ballot bid, and key election calendar dates. The board may also enter a closed session per Open Meetings Act procedures.

• FY24 and FY25 budget reviews
• 2024 Election Judge Training & Board Member Training topics
• 2024 Specimen Ballot Bid
• 2024 General Election Calendar Dates
• Report from 2024 MAEO Conference (August 20, 2024)

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will hold public hearings and vote on multiple resolutions including a $1,036,000 land purchase for landfill cover soil, a $330,000 library budget amendment, and sole-source vendor contracts for solid waste equipment. The meeting also includes audits, a courthouse marker for Frederick Douglass, and a drug testing equipment contract.

• $330,000 FY2025 budget amendment for Wicomico County Free Library
• Purchase of 41.2 acres on Naylor Mill Road for $1,000,000 plus $36,000 in costs
• Five-year sole-source vendor contracts for CAT equipment ($1M+) and Vermeer parts
• $100,000 two-year contract for drug testing equipment at Wicomico County Detention Center
• Grant acceptance for Phase 2 runway extension at Wicomico Regional Airport

Animal Appeals Board

The Wicomico County Animal Appeals Board will hold a hearing on an appeal filed by owner Maria Brown concerning her animals Rosie and Cinnamon, pursuant to Article X of Chapter 133 of the County Code. The agenda outlines a standard format including witness testimony from Animal Control and the owner, deliberations, a motion, and a vote. Part of the meeting may be closed to the public under the Open Meetings Act.

• Appeal by Maria Brown regarding animals named Rosie and Cinnamon
• Hearing includes sworn witness testimony from Animal Control and the owner
• Board to deliberate, make a motion, and vote on the appeal
• Meeting may be partially closed to the public per Open Meetings Act

Board of Electrical Examiners

The agenda consists entirely of procedural items: call to order, approval of the agenda, reports from inspection agencies, and periods for public and board member comments with no action required. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will hold public hearings regarding cannabis business zoning and a water and sewer plan amendment. The body will also consider a veto of Legislative Bill No. 2024-06 and the appointment of a Deputy Director of Recreation, Parks and Tourism.

• Public Hearing: Legislative Bill No. 2024-07 to modify cannabis business zoning regulations
• Public Hearing: Resolution No. 91-2024 to amend Water and Sewer Plan for property on West Side of Brown Road
• Veto of Legislative Bill No. 2024-06 for Council reconsideration
• Resolution No. 92-2024 to confirm James Simmons as Deputy Director of the Department of Recreation, Parks and Tourism
• Work Session: Memorandum of Understanding with Eastern Shore Undercover, LLC

County Council

The County Council is holding a legislative session on July 30, 2024, to consider Resolution No. 90-2024, which proposes amending the Wicomico County Charter for an enhanced governance structure. The session will include public comments, council comments, and president's comments before adjournment.

• Resolution No. 90-2024 – To amend the Wicomico County Charter for enhanced governance structure

Board of Appeals

The Wicomico County Board of Appeals will meet to approve minutes from June 27, 2024. The board will also hear a request for a special exception regarding a singlewide manufactured home.

• Case #WA-2405: Special Exception for a singlewide manufactured home for Mary Kathleen Almony at 6810 Bent Pine Road

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will meet to adopt previous minutes and then enter a closed session to review three charging cases (2024-0004, 2024-0007, 2024-0008) under state personnel and legal advice exceptions. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Closed session review of case 2024-0004
• Closed session review of case 2024-0007
• Closed session review of case 2024-0008

County Council

The County Council is meeting only to convene in a closed work session to discuss pending or potential litigation with staff and consultants. No public business is scheduled. The meeting begins with a call to order and a motion to go into closed session, followed by adjournment.

• Closed session for consultation on pending or potential litigation

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on updating the adopted Critical Area boundary map for the City of Salisbury. The commission will also review preliminary comprehensive development plans for Parkside at Schumaker Pond, Lincoln Avenue Shopping Center, and Three Blind Mice Self Storage, along with a revised sign plan and a discussion on commercial kennel regulations.

• Public Hearing – Critical Area Map update for City of Salisbury
• Preliminary Comprehensive Development Plan – Parkside at Schumaker Pond (Vantage Point Salisbury Partners 1, LLC, Snow Hill Road)
• Revised Sign Plan – University Square Shopping Center (The UPS Store, 1147 S. Salisbury Blvd.)
• Preliminary Comprehensive Development Plan – Lincoln Avenue Shopping Center (Lorens Porras, Lincoln Ave & E. College Ave)
• Preliminary Comprehensive Development Plan – Three Blind Mice Self Storage (Three Blind Mice, LLD, Merritt Mill Road)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on adopting an updated Critical Area boundary map for Salisbury, as submitted by the Critical Area Commission. They will also review preliminary comprehensive development plans for Parkside at Schumaker Pond, Lincoln Avenue Shopping Center, and Three Blind Mice Self Storage, as well as a revised sign plan for University Square Shopping Center, and discuss a commercial kennel topic.

• Public hearing on updating the Salisbury Critical Area boundary map
• Preliminary comprehensive development plan for Parkside at Schumaker Pond on Snow Hill Road
• Revised sign plan for The UPS Store at University Square Shopping Center, 1147 S. Salisbury Blvd.
• Preliminary comprehensive development plan for Lincoln Avenue Shopping Center at Lincoln and E. College Avenues
• Preliminary comprehensive development plan for Three Blind Mice Self Storage on Merritt Mill Road

Police Accountability Board

The Wicomico County Police Accountability Board is meeting to adopt minutes, receive the Chief’s Report, and discuss committee assignments and case reviews. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Chief’s Report on police activities
• Administrative Charging Committee member selection
• Case Review updates
• Administrative Charging Committee updates
• PAB Term and Vice-Chair discussions

Wicomico Board of Elections

The Wicomico County Board of Elections will hold its monthly meeting to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss old and new business. Key topics include FY 24 and FY 25 budgets, 2024 Presidential General polling places, the 2024 MAEO Conference, lessons learned from the 2024 Presidential Primary, and election judges. The meeting also allows for public participation by pre-scheduled request.

• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2024
• Discussion of FY 24 and FY 25 budgets
• Review of 2024 Presidential General polling places
• Lessons learned from the 2024 Presidential Primary
• Update on 2024 election judges

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will hold three public hearings: a $10.25 million bond for Board of Education projects, a Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund ordinance, and an amendment on county-owned property use. The council will also introduce a bill to modify cannabis business zoning regulations and consider resolutions on committee membership, a farm show MOU, contracts, and appointments. Open work sessions include a forest conservation easement removal, bamboo regulations, library design funding, and a Frederick Douglass historical marker.

• Public Hearing: Legislative Bill 2024-04 – $10,250,000 general obligation bond for Board of Education projects
• Public Hearing: Legislative Bill 2024-05 – Establish Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund
• Public Hearing: Legislative Bill 2024-06 – Amend Chapter 22 on use of county-owned property
• Introduction: Legislative Bill 2024-07 – Modify cannabis business zoning regulations (Chapter 225)
• Resolution 84-2024 – Approve MOU between Wicomico Farm and Home Show, Inc. and Wicomico County

Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee

The Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee will discuss committee composition and term limits. The agenda also includes an update on San Domingo School and a conflict regarding the August 13 meeting.

• Update on San Domingo School
• Discussion of committee composition and term limits
• August 13 meeting DRCN conflict
• Upcoming County Council meeting update

Airport Commission

The commission is reviewing the status of the Small Community Air Service Development grant application due July 25th. The report also covers updates on runway extensions, fuel farm construction, and sewer extensions in the Business Park. Additionally, passenger numbers for May showed a 5.2% decrease from the previous year.

• $60,000 pledged toward SCASD grant from individuals or businesses
• Runway extension land acquisition scheduled for July 17th review
• New fuel farm design is currently out to bid
• Sewer extension construction in Business Park expected to start by September
• May passenger enplanements decreased by 5.2% compared to May 2023

County Council

The Council will consider a work order agreement with Everside Health, LLC to provide medical services to employees and their dependents. Members will also discuss moving $50,000 to an airport contingency account for a development grant. A public hearing is scheduled regarding regulations for parks and recreational facilities.

• Resolution 78-2024: Work order with Everside Health, LLC for employee medical services
• Resolution 81-2024: Moving $50,000 to a 'Contingency Airport' account for a grant
• Public Hearing on Legislative Bill 2024-03 regarding park and recreational facility regulations
• Five-year MOU with Wicomico Farm & Home Show, Inc. for the County Fair
• Resolution 82-2024: Naming additional defendants in opioid litigation

Board of Appeals

The Wicomico County Board of Appeals will consider a special exception for an accessory apartment in the A-1 Zoning District. The board will also review two administrative requests for one-year extensions regarding previous cases.

• Special exception for an accessory apartment at 5721 Argyle Drive
• One-year extension request for case #WA-2312 (Royal Farms/Mardela Springs)
• One-year extension request to secure bonding for case #WA-2309

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will consider a temporary ban on outdoor burning and an amendment to the FY25 operating budget regarding solid waste tipping fees. A closed work session will also address updates on collective bargaining negotiations with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #111.

• Resolution No. 73-2024: Temporary ban on outdoor burning in Wicomico County
• Resolution No. 75-2024: Amendment to FY25 budget for solid waste tipping fees ($67/ton and $78/ton)
• Update on collective bargaining negotiations with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #111
• Resolution No. 74-2024: Implementation of collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #111

Administrative Charging Committee

The Wicomico County Administrative Charging Committee agenda for June 25, 2024, states that no meeting was held. The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate regarding closed sessions.

Recreation Commission

The Wicomico Recreation & Parks Commission will review ongoing capital projects, including Cove Road and Cedar Hill / Nanticoke improvements. The meeting also includes division reports and discussion of FY25 Strategic Plan Documents.

• Cove Road Demo & Expansion project update
• Cedar Hill / Nanticoke Improvements update
• Sharptown Parks facility use agreement
• FY25 Strategic Plan Documents review

Tourism and Civic Center Commission

The Commission will receive updates on several capital projects, including the YCC exterior renovation and Leonard’s Mill Dog Park. Members will also hear division reports for tourism and the civic center. The meeting includes discussions regarding civic center policy updates and FY25 strategic plans.

• YCC Exterior Renovation Project Update
• YCC Capital Projects update
• Visitor Center / Leonard’s Mill Dog Park update
• Civic Center Policy Update
• FY25 Strategic Plans discussion

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding changes to cannabis business zoning regulations in the Wicomico County Code. The agenda also includes an ordinance permit for a retail cannabis dispensary at 733 South Salisbury Boulevard and the final approval of the Westwood Commerce Park Block A development plan.

• Public hearing on amendments to cannabis business zoning regulations
• Ordinance permit for a retail cannabis dispensary at 733 South Salisbury Boulevard
• Final approval of the Westwood Commerce Park Block A development plan at Naylor Mill Road and Westwood Drive
• Update to the City of Salisbury Critical Area boundary map

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to cannabis business zoning regulations. Members will also review the 2023 Annual Report and an update to the Salisbury Critical Area boundary map. Additionally, the board will consider development plans for Westwood Commerce Park Block A.

• Public hearing on cannabis business zoning amendments
• Retail cannabis dispensary permit at 733 South Salisbury Boulevard
• Final approval for Westwood Commerce Park Block A
• Update to the City of Salisbury Critical Area boundary map
• Review of Wicomico County 2023 Annual Report

Wicomico Board of Elections

The Wicomico County Board of Elections will discuss the FY 2025 budget and review lessons learned from the 2024 Presidential Primary. The agenda also includes discussions regarding polling places for the 2024 Presidential General Election and a Clear Ballot Audit.

• FY 2025 Budget discussion
• 2024 Presidential General Polling Places
• Clear Ballot Audit
• Review of 2024 Presidential Primary lessons learned
• Approval of April and May meeting minutes

County Council

The Council will hold public hearings on six land preservation easement sales and a charter amendment to transition to a council-manager form of government. Members will also introduce legislation regarding school funding, a new community repair fund, and county property use.

• Proposed $10,250,000 bond for Fruitland Primary School project
• Public hearings for six land preservation easement sales across the county
• Resolution to transition Wicomico County to a Council-Manager form of government
• Budget amendment regarding commercial tipping fee changes from $100/ton to $78/ton
• Introduction of the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund legislation

Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee

The committee will review minutes from April 9 and May 14 meetings. Discussion includes updates regarding the Connelly Mill letter, bamboo legislation, and operational guidelines. The meeting also features city updates.

• Connelly Mill letter update
• Bamboo legislation update
• Operational guidelines update
• City updates

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission is reviewing updates on grant applications and ongoing construction projects. This includes progress on the SCASD grant match and upcoming sewer extension work in the Business Park. April passenger numbers increased by 5.8% compared to the previous year.

• Bidding for new fuel farm system design is expected this month
• Sewer extension construction in the Business Park is slated to start in September
• The FAA granted a one-year extension for the SRE/ARFF facility grant
• An RFP for FBO services will be advertised later this summer
• April enplaned passengers reached 4,587, a 5.8% increase from 2023

Board of Electrical Examiners

The Board of Electrical Examiners will discuss EV charging stations. No action is required for public or board member comments.

• EV charging stations

County Council

The Wicomico County Council is reviewing the FY2025 Annual Budget and Appropriation Bill. The agenda includes a public hearing on a proposed charter amendment to change the county's governance structure. Additionally, the Council will consider resolutions regarding property tax rates and fee increases for recreation and waste disposal.

• Public hearing on proposed charter amendment to change county governance structure
• Adoption of the FY2025 Annual Budget and Appropriation Bill
• Resolution 63-2024 regarding FY2025 property tax rates
• Resolution 61-2024 for increases to Recreation, Parks & Tourism program fees
• Resolution 62-2024 for tire disposal and commercial waste rate increases

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will meet for a closed work session. Discussions include consulting on pending or potential litigation and collective bargaining negotiations.

• Consultation regarding pending or potential litigation
• Collective bargaining negotiations

Historic District Commission

The Wicomico County Historic District Commission will consider approval of exterior fencing at 6554 Quantico Rd. for Scott and Charlotte Gibbons, and discuss future projects. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Public hearing on exterior fencing at 6554 Quantico Rd., Quantico MD 21865
• Discussion of future projects for the Gibbons property
• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2024 meeting

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will meet to adopt minutes and review two cases (2024-0002 and 2023-0004) in closed session, citing personnel or legal-advice exceptions. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Closed-session review of case 2024-0002
• Closed-session review of case 2023-0004
• Adoption of prior meeting minutes

Recreation Commission

The Wicomico Recreation & Parks Commission will introduce new members, approve previous minutes, and discuss old business including Chapter 179 park rules and several capital projects such as Pirate's Wharf Playground Phase II, a dog park at Leonard's Mill, and Cove Road Demo & Expansion. New business includes a P.O.S. Sub-Committee review for FY25 and division reports from Parks and Recreation.

• Chapter 179 Park Rules review
• Pirate's Wharf Playground Additions / Phase II capital project
• Dog Park at Leonard's Mill / Visitor Center
• Cove Road Demo & Expansion
• P.O.S. Sub-Committee Review for FY25

County Council

The Wicomico County Council is holding a budget session to review the State's Attorney's budget request and then conduct a general budget recap. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only work session.

• State's Attorney (04) budget review from 3:00-3:15 PM
• General budget recap from 3:15-5:00 PM

County Council

The Wicomico County Council is holding budget sessions on May 7, 8, and 22, 2024, to review proposed budgets for various departments and agencies. These sessions include discussions on the airport, executive administration, local management board, pensions, workers comp, public health, fire departments, roads, solid waste, parks, sheriff's office, corrections, and the board of education. The May 22 session concludes with a budget recap.

• Airport budget session (May 7, 3:00-3:20 PM)
• Public Health budget session (May 7, 4:45-5:00 PM)
• Roads budget session (May 8, 3:20-3:35 PM)
• Sheriff's Office budget session (May 22, 3:00-3:45 PM)
• Board of Education budget session (May 22, 4:00-4:20 PM)

County Council

The County Council is meeting to discuss collective bargaining negotiations in a closed work session, as permitted by state law. No public votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Motion to convene in closed work session
• Discussion of collective bargaining negotiations

County Council

The County Council will hold public hearings and vote on several resolutions, including a $1.45 million appropriation to buy and renovate 112 East Market Street for a Child Advocacy Center, a collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police, and a $50,000 grant for a housing study. The agenda also includes proclamations, appointments to the Recreation and Parks Commission, and budget amendments for volunteer fire departments.

• Public hearing on Resolution 51-2024: $1,450,000 supplemental appropriation for purchase and renovation of 112 East Market Street for Child Advocacy Center
• Public hearing on Resolution 49-2024: $50,000 grant from Maryland DHCD for a county housing study
• Resolution 48-2024: Collective bargaining agreement between Wicomico County and Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #111
• Resolution 53-2024: $825,000 supplemental appropriation from contingency for volunteer fire departments
• Public hearing on Resolution 50-2024: Lease and letter of intent for exchange of 909 S. Schumaker Drive (former Ward Museum)

Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Board

The Wicomico County Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Board will consider a fee simple acquisition of part of the Holloway property for SHA road improvements at U.S. 50 and Old Railroad Avenue, and will review seven new easement applications for recommendation to the County Council. The board will also adjourn to closed session to rank FY2025 easements for recommendation to County Administration.

• Holloway Property (MALPF #22-20-02) – fee simple acquisition for SHA traffic improvements at U.S. 50 and Old Railroad Avenue
• Donald Shockley Easement Application – Race Bridge Road, Parsonsburg
• Estate of Louise B. Burbage Easement Application – Powellville Road, Pittsville
• G&J Homes, LLC Easement Application – Rounds Road, Parsonsburg
• James Kelly Easement Application – Cross Road, Mardela Springs

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a final development plan for a Wawa service station with fuel sales, review several easement applications, and discuss cannabis legislation and commercial kennel definitions. The meeting also includes a revised sign plan for a shopping center and approval of prior minutes.

• Final Comprehensive Development Plan for Wawa Service Station at John Deere Drive and Hobbs Road (5,915 sq ft, 8 fuel pumps)
• Revised sign plan for Yu Ramen Sushi Bar at Salisbury Promenade Shopping Center (2618 N. Salisbury Blvd.)
• Six easement applications on roads in Parsonsburg, Pittsville, Mardela Springs, Hebron, and Parsonsburg
• Discussion of cannabis legislation (House Bill 805) and commercial kennel definition
• Approval of minutes from April 18, 2024 meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a revised sign plan for Yu Ramen Sushi Bar at Salisbury Promenade, a final comprehensive development plan for a Wawa service station on John Deere Drive, several easement applications, and discuss cannabis legislation and commercial kennel regulations.

• Revised sign plan for Yu Ramen Sushi Bar, 2618 N. Salisbury Blvd.
• Final development plan for Wawa service station at John Deere Drive and Hobbs Road
• Six easement applications on roads in Parsonsburg, Pittsville, Mardela Springs, Hebron
• Discussion of cannabis legislation
• Brief discussion of commercial kennel regulations

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)

The Wicomico County Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review after-action reports from past exercises, and plan a September 2024 tabletop exercise. They will also discuss hazard identification and community events, and hear a presentation from a chemical security inspector.

• Approval of January 17, 2024 minutes
• After Action Report from September 20, 2023 tabletop exercise
• Airport exercise highlights from March 23
• Tabletop exercise scheduled for September 18, 2024 at Tri County Council Building
• Presentation by Trevor Cantwell, Chemical Security Inspector, CISA Region III

Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee

The Wicomico County Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including operational guideline changes, updates on Connelly Mill Park and bamboo legislation, and wetland impacts at Leonards Mill Pond. The agenda is largely routine and informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Operational Guidelines changes update
• Connelly Mill Park update
• Bamboo legislation update
• Leonards Mill Pond wetland impacts
• City updates by Dylan Laconich

Wicomico Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is meeting to canvass early voting and mail-in ballots, and to select precincts for a comprehensive audit. The meeting includes procedural items such as quorum declaration and confidentiality reminders.

• Vote tabulation for early voting
• Vote tabulation for pre-election mail-in ballot canvasses
• Selection of precincts for the comprehensive audit
• Confirmation of next meeting on May 16, 2024 for mail-in ballot canvass

Airport Commission

The Wicomico County Airport Commission is meeting to receive the airport manager's report on project and contract status updates, including a potential Small Community Air Service Development grant, runway extension, and construction projects. The commission will also review passenger activity data and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• SCASD grant application preparation with Volaire Aviation Consulting, pending DOT announcement and match funding
• Runway extension groundbreaking expected this spring, no update on DNR land acquisition
• CARES grant funds expected to be used by July, except for SRE/ARFF facility allocation
• FAA granted one-year extension for SRE/ARFF facility construction due to delays
• New fuel farm: Notice to Proceed issued, groundbreaking expected next month, bidding around June

County Council

The Wicomico County Council is holding three budget sessions on May 7, 8, and 22, 2024, to review proposed budgets for various departments. The sessions cover Airport, Executive Administration, Local Management Board, Pensions & Retirement, Workers Comp/Liability Insurance, Public Health, Salisbury Fire, Roads, Solid Waste, Rec & Parks, County Volunteer Fire Departments, Sheriff's Office, and Corrections. The final session on May 22 includes a budget recap.

• May 7: Budget review for Airport, Executive Administration, Local Management Board, Pensions & Retirement, Workers Comp/Liability Insurance, and Public Health
• May 8: Budget review for Salisbury Fire, Roads, Solid Waste, Rec & Parks, and County Volunteer Fire Departments
• May 22: Budget review for Sheriff's Office and Corrections, followed by a budget recap

County Council

The County Council will hold public hearings on the FY25 operating and capital budget, amendments to the personnel manual for election judge leave and workers' compensation, and a lease proposal with Salisbury University for the former Ward Museum property for library use. The council will also consider resolutions adopting an audit manual and accepting bank reconciliation audits, plus an open work session on proposed legislation for motor sports events on county property.

• Public Hearing: FY25 Operating and Capital Budget
• Public Hearing: Lease proposal with Salisbury University for 909 S. Schumaker Drive (former Ward Museum) for Wicomico County Public Library
• Resolution No. 44-2024: Adding Election Judge Leave to personnel manual
• Resolution No. 45-2024: Adopting amendments to Workers' Compensation chapter of personnel manual
• Open Work Session: Proposed legislation on use of county property for outside motor sports events

County Council

The Wicomico County Council is holding three budget sessions on May 7, 8, and 22, 2024, to review proposed budgets for multiple departments. Each session allocates specific time slots for agencies including the Airport, Executive Administration, Public Health, Salisbury Fire, Roads, Solid Waste, Rec & Parks, Volunteer Fire Departments, Sheriff's Office, and Corrections. No decisions or votes are recorded in the agenda; it is a procedural schedule for budget discussions.

• Airport budget review (3:00-3:20 PM, May 7)
• Public Health budget review (4:45-5:00 PM, May 7)
• Salisbury Fire budget review (3:00-3:20 PM, May 8)
• County Volunteer Fire Departments budget review (4:15-4:45 PM, May 8)
• Sheriff's Office budget review (3:00-3:45 PM, May 22)

County Council

The County Council will hold a briefing with Maryland Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman on her role and partnership with local governments. They will also vote on Resolution No. 43-2024 to extend the deadline for appropriating funds for a collective bargaining agreement. Public comments are limited to three minutes.

• Briefing with Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman on state-local partnership
• Resolution No. 43-2024 to extend deadline for collective bargaining agreement funding

Board of Appeals

The Wicomico County Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider two special exception and variance requests. The board will first approve minutes from its January 25, 2024 meeting, then hear a request for a special exception for an accessory apartment and a height variance for a new building at Bennett Airport.

• Special exception #WA-2403 for an accessory apartment on Belgian Way in Steeplechase Residential Subdivision (R-20 district)
• Height variance #WA-2402 by Kyle Kinnamon for a 6-ft. height variance for a new 52' x 80' building at 28886 Naylor Mill Road (Bennett Airport) in A-1 Agricultural Rural district
• Approval of January 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will meet to adopt minutes, introduce a new member, and then enter closed session to review four specific administrative charging cases (P2023-0003, P2024-0002, P2023-0012, P2023-0013). The closed session is authorized under Maryland law for personnel matters or legal advice.

• Closed session review of case P2023-0003 & P2024-0002
• Closed session review of case P2023-0012
• Closed session review of case P2023-0013
• Closed session review of case P2023-0015
• Introduction of a new committee member

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will convene for its regular April 18, 2024 meeting, starting with approval of the March 21 minutes. The agenda includes revised sign plan approvals for two shopping centers, a final comprehensive development plan for a distribution center, a preliminary subdivision plat, and a revised final plan for a housing phase. A brief discussion on cannabis House Bill 805 is also scheduled.

• Revised sign plan approval for Teera Thai Cuisine at Lotus Plaza Shopping Center, 2420 N. Salisbury Blvd.
• Revised sign plan approval for Sailor's Asylum at Centre at Salisbury Shopping Center, 2300 N. Salisbury Blvd.
• Final comprehensive development plan and paleochannel protection district approval for Westwood Distribution Center, 1842 Edward Taylor Road
• Preliminary subdivision plat approval for Forest Glen, West Rd., Chippewa Blvd., and Queen Ave.
• Revised final comprehensive development plan for Harbor Pointe Phase III, 611 Tressler Drive

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 18, 2024, to consider several development applications. These include revised sign plans for Lotus Plaza and Centre at Salisbury, a final comprehensive development plan for the Westwood Distribution Center, a preliminary subdivision plat for Forest Glen, and a revised final plan for Harbor Pointe Phase III. The commission will also hold a brief discussion on Cannabis House Bill 805.

• Revised sign plan approval for Teera Thai Cuisine at 2420 N. Salisbury Blvd.
• Revised sign plan approval for Sailor's Asylum at 2300 N. Salisbury Blvd.
• Final comprehensive development plan and paleochannel protection district approval for Westwood Distribution Center at 1842 Edward Taylor Road
• Preliminary subdivision plat approval for Forest Glen on West Rd., Chippewa Blvd., and Queen Ave.
• Brief discussion on Cannabis House Bill 805

Police Accountability Board

The Wicomico County Police Accountability Board will meet to adopt minutes, receive the Chief’s Report, review case updates, discuss PAB term updates and Vice-Chair selection, and select a member for the Administrative Charging Committee. The agenda is subject to change and may include closed sessions for personnel or legal advice.

• Chief’s Report
• Case Review updates
• PAB Term updates
• Vice-Chair discussion
• Administrative Charging Committee member selection

Wicomico Board of Elections

The Wicomico County Board of Elections will meet to approve the March 20, 2024 minutes and discuss the 2024 Presidential Primary Election, including public notice, supply verification, canvass process, and Election Day schedule with polling place visits. The board will also review the FY 24 budget and consider the Protecting Elections Officials Act of 2024. A closed session may be held under the Open Meetings Act.

• 2024 Presidential Primary Election: public notice, supply verification, canvass process, and Election Day schedule
• FY 24 Budget review
• Protecting Elections Officials Act of 2024 discussion
• Approval of March 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Closed session possible under Open Meetings Act

County Council

The council will introduce the FY2025 operating and capital budget, totaling appropriations for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024. They will also consider a resolution to amend the FY2024 position control document and confirm a reappointment to the Personnel Board. Public comments are limited to three minutes.

• Introduction of Legislative Bill 2024-02: FY2025 Annual Budget and Appropriation Bill
• Resolution 41-2024: Confirming reappointment of Debbie Moore to the Personnel Board
• Resolution 42-2024: Amending FY2024 budget to reclassify Accountant and Revenue Assistant positions
• Open work session: PILOT agreement for Riverside Homes & Mitchell Landing Apartments
• Proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month, Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Arbor Day, and others

Police Accountability Board

The Wicomico County Police Accountability Board will hold a work session to review applicants for the Administrative Charging Committee and select a new member. The meeting is scheduled for April 10, 2024, at 3 p.m. in Room 300 of the Government Office Building. The agenda is subject to change and may include a closed session for personnel or legal advice.

• Review of applicants for the Administrative Charging Committee
• Selection of a new board member
• Possible closed session under Maryland law for personnel or legal advice

Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee

The Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee is meeting to review old business, including operational guidelines changes and a draft bamboo ordinance, and to discuss light pollution and zoning code updates with Salisbury University and the City of Salisbury. New business includes Connelly Mill Park property plans and a citizen appeal. The meeting includes public comments and is largely a working session.

• Review of operational guidelines changes with Mr. Illuminati
• Draft bamboo ordinance discussion
• Light pollution discussions with Salisbury University
• City of Salisbury zoning code update
• Connelly Mill Park property plans and citizen appeal by Holly Marshall Campbell and Mikele Dahlen

Airport Commission

The Wicomico County Airport Commission is meeting to review the airport manager's report, which includes updates on grants, construction projects, and passenger activity. Key items include the need for local contributions to secure a SCASD grant for new air service, the expected spring groundbreaking for the runway extension, and progress on the SRE/ARFF facility and other projects. The commission will also approve minutes and hear public comments.

• SCASD grant: local contribution needed for revenue guarantees; without it, DOT unlikely to award grant
• Runway extension: no update on DNR land acquisition; groundbreaking expected this spring
• CARES grant: funds expected to be used by July 2024 except for SRE/ARFF facility
• New fuel farm: request for Notice to Proceed sent to FAA; groundbreaking expected next month
• February 2024 enplanements: 3,985, up 20.4% from February 2023

Board of Electrical Examiners

The Wicomico County Board of Electrical Examiners met on April 3, 2024, to discuss inspection agency requirements. The agenda included standard procedural motions to approve the agenda and adjourn the meeting, as well as periods for public and board member comments. No specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• Discussion of inspection agency requirements

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will hold four public hearings: two to amend the Water and Sewer Plan for properties at 1501 Pemberton Drive and 2407 North Salisbury Boulevard, one to approve relocation of a 0.41-acre forest conservation easement owned by Mill Pond Village LLC, and one to approve release of a 0.58-acre portion of a forest conservation easement owned by Lynnae Ann Rittenhouse and John R. Rittenhouse. The council will also vote on resolutions to approve an auditing services proposal from PKS & Company, P.A. and to accept a fuel audit. Open work sessions will discuss proposed changes to the Personnel Manual (workers' compensation, chapters 1-3), administrative leave for election judges, an additional 2024 holiday schedule, a Cannabis Social Equity Fund, proposed changes to the county ethics code, and an overview of the Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore. Closed work sessions are scheduled to consider acquisition of real property for a public purpose related to the State's Attorney's Office and Public Works.

• Public Hearing: Resolution 35-2024 to amend Water and Sewer Plan for 1501 Pemberton Drive, Salisbury
• Public Hearing: Resolution 36-2024 to amend Water and Sewer Plan for 2407 North Salisbury Boulevard, Salisbury
• Public Hearing: Resolution 37-2024 to relocate a 0.41-acre forest conservation easement (Mill Pond Village LLC) to an offsite mitigation bank
• Public Hearing: Resolution 38-2024 to release a 0.58-acre portion of a forest conservation easement (Rittenhouse property, Tax Map 21, Parcel 92 Lot 3AB)
• Resolution 39-2024: Approving an auditing services proposal from PKS & Company, P.A.

Administrative Charging Committee

The Wicomico County Administrative Charging Committee meeting scheduled for March 26, 2024, was not held. The agenda notes that items may be added or deleted, and a closed session could occur under personnel or legal advice exceptions.

• No meeting held

Recreation Commission

The Wicomico Recreation & Parks Commission will review updates on several capital projects, including Pirate's Wharf, an indoor recreation space, and Harmon Field restrooms. New business includes a proposed dog park at Leonard's Mill/Visitor Center and discussion of FY25 Program Open Space. The meeting also covers park rules, division reports, and event/facility requests.

• Pirate's Wharf project update
• Indoor recreation space update
• Harmon Field restrooms update
• Proposed dog park at Leonard's Mill/Visitor Center
• FY25 Program Open Space discussion

Historic District Commission

The Wicomico County Historic District Commission will consider two applications for exterior changes in the Quantico Historic District: an addition at 6301 Cherry Walk Rd. and a reconsideration of chimney alterations at 6490 Quantico Rd. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• WHDW-24-02: Randy and Mary Ann Fardelmann request approval for an exterior addition at 6301 Cherry Walk Rd., Quantico
• WHDW-24-01: Brandon Campbell seeks reconsideration of chimney alterations at 6490 Quantico Rd., Quantico
• Approval of minutes from the February 21, 2024 meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on March 21, 2024, to review and vote on multiple development applications. These include a comprehensive site plan for a Chick-fil-A restaurant, revised plans for Gateway Plaza, Walmart, Dunkin'/Baskin Robbins, Zoetis, and several final development plans for residential and commercial projects. The meeting will also consider the minutes from the February 15, 2024 meeting.

• Chick-fil-A restaurant comprehensive site plan at 828-842 S. Salisbury Blvd.
• Revised sign plan for Walmart Store #1890 at 2702 N. Salisbury Blvd.
• Final development plan for Ocean Aisle Phase IV at Old Ocean City Rd. & Beaglin Park Dr.
• Final subdivision and development plan for North Pointe Commons at East North Pointe Dr. & Oliphant Dr.
• Final development plan for Phillip Morris Landing at Phillip Morris Dr. & Mt Hermon Rd.

Wicomico Board of Elections

The Wicomico County Board of Elections will hold its monthly meeting to approve February minutes and discuss the FY 2024 budget. New business includes planning for the FY 2025 budget, reviewing rules of security behavior, and addressing exit polling and electioneering regulations. The board will also consider the Election Day Page Program and polling place law enforcement guidance for 2024.

• FY 2025 Budget Meeting
• Rules of Security Behavior
• Exit Polling & Electioneering – § EL 16-206
• Election Day Page Program
• Polling Place Law Enforcement Guidance 2024

County Council

The council will hold a public hearing on a bill to allow a property tax credit for auxiliaries of volunteer fire companies. They will also consider resolutions to adopt the FY2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program, extend the adoption deadline, and amend the FY2024 budget position control document. Appointments to the Personnel Board and School Building Commission are up for confirmation.

• Public hearing on Bill 2024-01: property tax credit for volunteer fire company auxiliaries
• Resolution 31-2024: adopting the Capital Improvement Program for FY2025-2029
• Resolution 32-2024: extending CIP adoption deadline to April 2, 2024
• Resolution 33-2024: amending FY2024 budget position control for State's Attorney office
• Resolution 34-2024: accepting the Anonymous Reporting Hotline Manual

Tourism and Civic Center Commission

The commission will approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates on several capital projects, including stadium improvements, YCC exterior renovation, and indoor recreation space. A new dog park project at Leonard's Mill will also be discussed.

• AWP Stadium Improvements project update
• YCC Exterior Renovation project update
• Indoor Recreation Space project update
• Dog Park project at Leonard's Mill

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on March 21, 2024, to consider multiple development applications. These include approvals for a Chick-fil-A restaurant, revised plans for Gateway Plaza, Walmart, Dunkin'/Baskin Robbins, Zoetis, and several new developments like Ocean Aisle Phase IV and North Pointe Commons. The commission will also review final comprehensive development plans for Phillip Morris Landing and Sharen Drive Self Storage, among others.

• Chick-fil-A restaurant comprehensive site plan at 828-842 S. Salisbury Blvd.
• Revised sign plan for Walmart Store #1890 at 2702 N. Salisbury Blvd.
• Revised final comprehensive development plan for Dunkin'/Baskin Robbins at 109 Hampshire Road
• Final comprehensive development plan for Ocean Aisle Phase IV at Old Ocean City Rd. & Beaglin Park Dr.
• Final subdivision and development plan for North Pointe Commons at East North Pointe Dr. & Oliphant Dr.

Airport Commission

The Wicomico County Airport Commission is meeting to review project updates and discuss the Airport Strategic Plan. Key items include the upcoming SCASD grant application requiring community revenue pledges, the runway extension project awaiting a wetland permit, and the FBO request for information process. The commission will also hear the airport manager's report on passenger activity and various facility projects.

• SCASD grant application: community revenue pledges needed for new hub service
• Runway extension: wetland mitigation permit pending land acquisition from DNR
• FBO RFI: five companies participated, RFP expected this summer
• Triennial disaster exercise scheduled March 23 on Runway 5-23
• January enplanements: 4,033, down 4.5% from January 2023

Administrative Charging Committee

The Wicomico County Administrative Charging Committee will meet to adopt minutes and review case P2024-0001. The agenda is subject to change and may include a closed session for personnel or legal advice.

• Review of administrative charging case P2024-0001
• Adoption of meeting minutes
• Possible closed session under Maryland law exceptions

Historic District Commission

The Wicomico County Historic District Commission will consider an application for exterior alterations at 6490 Quantico Road in the Quantico Historic District. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 2023 and public comments.

• Application WHDW-24-01 by Brandon Campbell for exterior alterations at 6490 Quantico Rd., Quantico MD 21865
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2023 meeting
• Public comments period

Wicomico Board of Elections

The Wicomico County Board of Elections will hold a monthly meeting to approve prior minutes, receive reports from the Director and Board Attorney, and discuss FY24 and FY25 budgets. New business includes election judge training, polling place evaluations, and election day assignments. A portion of the meeting may be closed under the Open Meetings Act.

• FY 24 Budget and FY 25 Budget discussions
• Election Judge Training
• Polling Place Evaluation
• Election Day Assignments
• Possible closed session per Open Meetings Act

County Council

The County Council is considering several resolutions, including a $5.5 million grant for the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding a forest conservation easement relocation and a license agreement for the Westside Community Center.

• Resolution No. 17-2024: Relocation of a 5.40 acre forest conservation easement on Zion Church Road
• Resolution No. 18-2024: License agreement for the Westside Community Center
• Resolution No. 21-2024: $25,000 grant from the Maryland State Department of Education
• Resolution No. 22-2024: $5,522,000 grant for Wicomico Youth and Civic Center exterior improvements
• Legislative Bill No. 2024-01: Property tax credit for volunteer fire company auxiliaries

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on updating the Critical Area boundary map. The commission will also consider final approvals for several development projects, including a TidalHealth community clinic, the Village at Snowfield subdivision, a commercial plan on S. Salisbury Blvd., and a revised daycare development plan.

• Public hearing on updating the adopted Critical Area boundary map
• Final comprehensive site plan approval for TidalHealth Community Clinic at 805 E Church St
• Final subdivision and development plan approval for Village at Snowfield at Snow Hill Rd and Toadvine Rd
• Final comprehensive development plan approval for 1313-1315 S. Salisbury Blvd
• Revised final development plan and wellhead protection approval for Cute Little Giggles Daycare at 8245 Dickerson Lane

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on adopting updated Critical Area boundary maps, which show a net loss of 40 acres affecting 74 property owners. The commission will also consider final approvals for several development projects, including a TidalHealth community clinic, a subdivision, and commercial plans. The meeting includes a recommendation to the City Council on the map update.

• Public hearing on Critical Area map update (net loss of 40 acres, 74 property owners affected)
• Final site plan approval for TidalHealth Community Clinic at 805 E Church St
• Final subdivision/development plan for Village at Snowfield (Snow Hill Rd and Toadvine Rd)
• Final development plan for 1313-1315 S. Salisbury Blvd (Piraeus Realty Corp)
• Revised development plan for Cute Little Giggles Daycare at 8245 Dickerson Lane

Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee

The committee will review proposed changes to its operational guidelines. The meeting also includes city updates and a period for public comments.

• Review of operational guidelines changes
• City updates from Dylan Laconich
• Public comments

Airport Commission

The Commission will receive updates on various airport infrastructure projects, grant funding statuses, and passenger activity. Discussions include the status of runway extensions, fuel farm construction, and security system upgrades.

• SCASD grant application discussion regarding community commitment needs
• Runway extension groundbreaking expected this spring pending land acquisition
• Low bidder identified as Allen Meyers for fuel farm containment area construction
• Security system Phase I installation scheduled to begin soon
• RFI advertised for Fixed Base Operator (FBO) business terms

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will hold public hearings on four resolutions: funding for preliminary engineering reports for a Westside wastewater system and Parsonsburg sewer extension ($225,000), amendments to employee meal and mileage reimbursement policies, and a $3.7 million supplemental appropriation to buy the Verizon building for the Health Department. The council will also consider resolutions to approve a new air service incentive program for Salisbury-Ocean City Regional Airport, extend the CIP adoption deadline, and adjust a tourism staff position's pay. A consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a Black History Month proclamation.

• Public hearing on Resolution 09-2024: $225,000 supplemental appropriation for engineering reports on Westside wastewater system and Parsonsburg sewer extension, plus authorization to apply for up to $116,250 in USDA grants
• Public hearing on Resolution 12-2024: $3,650,000 plus $42,700 in costs to purchase Lots 3-8 and Parcel A of Mount Hermon Executive Plaza (Verizon building) for Health Department expansion
• Resolution 13-2024: Authorizes county executive to acquire the same Mount Hermon Road property for future Health Department expansion
• Resolution 14-2024: Approves new Air Service Incentive Program for Salisbury-Ocean City-Wicomico Regional Airport
• Resolution 15-2024: Extends deadline for adopting FY2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program to March 19, 2024

Board of Appeals

The Wicomico County Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider two special exception requests and one administrative matter. The first is a modification of a nonconforming special exception for Bennett Farms (Tilghman Markets, LLC) at 27720 Ocean Gateway. The second is a new special exception for a commercial kennel by Dorothy Carter at 26256 State Street. The board will also consider a 1-year extension for a solar utility special exception by Elk Development, LLC at 10070 Sharptown Road.

• Modification of nonconforming special exception for Bennett Farms (Tilghman Markets, LLC) at 27720 Ocean Gateway
• Special exception for commercial kennel by Dorothy Carter at 26256 State Street
• 1-year extension request for solar utility special exception by Elk Development, LLC at 10070 Sharptown Road
• Approval of November 16, 2023 minutes

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will meet to review case P2023-0018 and distribute remaining laptop computers to members. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes and member questions.

• Review of case P2023-0018
• Distribution of remaining laptop computers to members

Recreation Commission

The Wicomico Recreation & Parks Commission will review lease agreements, including a WSCC license agreement and indoor recreation space updates, and receive capital project updates on Pirate's Wharf and Harmon Field restrooms. New business includes division reports from Parks and Recreation, and a discussion on Pirate's Wharf Pavilion rates. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• WSCC License Agreement discussion
• Indoor Recreation Space Update
• Pirate's Wharf capital project update
• Harmon Field restrooms update
• Pirate's Wharf Pavilion rates discussion

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will convene to consider several development-related items, including a minor subdivision, a revised comprehensive development plan, a parking waiver request, and a final development plan approval. They will also discuss the City Critical Area Map Update.

• Minor subdivision for Gayle A. Basch at 33414 Wango Road, Parsonsburg
• Revised comprehensive development plan for Mill Pond Village Plaza at 701 E. Naylor Mill Road
• Parking waiver request for Dollar General at Milford St & S. Division St
• Final comprehensive development plan for Woodbrooke Medical Center Building A at 1603 Treesap Court
• Discussion of City Critical Area Map Update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a minor subdivision, a revised comprehensive development plan for Mill Pond Village Plaza, a parking waiver for a Dollar General on Milford Street, and a final development plan for Woodbrooke Medical Center Building A. They will also discuss the City Critical Area Map Update. The meeting includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Minor subdivision at 33414 Wango Road, Parsonsburg
• Revised comprehensive development plan for Mill Pond Village Plaza at 701 E. Naylor Mill Road
• Parking waiver request for Dollar General at Milford St & S. Division St
• Final comprehensive development plan for Woodbrooke Medical Center Building A at 1603 Treesap Court
• Discussion on City Critical Area Map Update

Police Accountability Board

The Wicomico County Police Accountability Board will meet to adopt prior minutes, introduce new members, and discuss a Memorandum of Understanding with TriCommunity Mediation. The board will also review the End of Year Report, complaints received in 2023, and a proposed revision to the complaint form's Nature of Complaint section. A vacancy on the Administrative Charging Committee will be addressed.

• Introduction of new members Darron Whitehead and Laura Dibbern-Kemp
• Memorandum of Understanding with TriCommunity Mediation (Webb Smith available for questions)
• End of Year Report and review of PAB complaints filed in 2023
• Review of PAB complaint form, specifically the Nature of Complaint section
• Administrative Charging Committee vacancy

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)

The Wicomico County Local Emergency Planning Committee is holding a routine meeting with reports from the chair, vice chair, and secretary/treasurer, plus committee updates on exercise planning, public education, hazards identification, and hazardous material plan review. The agenda lists upcoming community events for 2024, including the USSSA Eastern National Championships, Wicomico County Fair, Maryland Folk Festival, and Good Beer Festival, but no specific decisions or proposals are detailed.

• Committee reports on exercise planning, public education, hazards identification, and hazardous material plan review
• Community events: USSSA Eastern National Championships (July 23-28, 2024)
• Community events: Wicomico County Fair (Aug 16-18, 2024)
• Community events: Maryland Folk Festival (Sept 20-22, 2024)
• Community events: Good Beer Festival (Oct 11-12, 2024)

County Council

The Wicomico County Council will hold three public hearings on the FY2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program, a $400,000 CDBG grant for the Epoch Dream Center in Hebron, and a Cares Act-funded fuel farm project. The council will also vote on appointments, budget amendments, and legal counsel for a pending NAACP lawsuit, followed by open work sessions on various topics.

• Public hearing on the Capital Improvement Program for FY2025-2029
• Public hearing on Resolution No. 02-2024: $400,000 CDBG grant for Epoch Dream Center in Hebron
• Public hearing on Resolution No. 03-2024: Cares Act funding for new fuel farm project at the airport
• Resolution No. 04-2024: Confirming Michael J. Svaby as Deputy Director of Public Works
• Resolution No. 08-2024: Approving special legal counsel for lawsuit involving NAACP

Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee

The Wicomico County Natural Resources Conservation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including a review of other counties' environmental committees, proposed changes to operational guidelines, and county code regulations on light pollution and their enforcement. The meeting also includes city updates and public comments.

• Discussion of other counties' environmental committees
• Operational Guidelines changes review
• Light pollution: County Code regulations and enforcement
• City updates

Airport Commission

The Wicomico County Airport Commission is meeting to discuss ongoing projects and contracts, including the runway extension, CARES and ARP grant funding, and construction of the Snow Removal Equipment and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Facility. The agenda includes the airport manager's report, public comments, and approval of minutes. No final decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• Runway extension design and environmental permitting ongoing
• CARES Grant Addendum #3 to cover SRE/ARFF facility, Piedmont parking lot, and hangar/terminal rehabilitation
• SRE/ARFF facility and Piedmont improvements out to bid, bids due January 11, 2023
• Rural Maryland Economic Development Fund grant awarded for Aircraft Maintenance Technician school
• Public parking lot lights to be replaced with LED fixtures

Board of Electrical Examiners

The Wicomico County Board of Electrical Examiners is meeting to approve the agenda, discuss new members, and consider revocation of electricians' permits. Public comments and board member comments are scheduled but require no action. Parts of the meeting may be closed to the public.

• Revocation of electricians' permits

County Council

The Wicomico County Council is holding a legislative session with two public hearings: one on the purchase of 1401 Mt. Hermon Road for the Health Department at $3,650,000, and another on a resolution to create a Court Technologist position in the Circuit Court. The agenda also includes consent items, proclamations, and open work sessions on the Capital Improvement Program and proposed legislation on contract approvals. Closed sessions are scheduled for personnel and litigation matters.

• Public hearing on purchase of 1401 Mt. Hermon Road, Salisbury, MD for $3,650,000 for Wicomico County Health Department
• Public hearing on Resolution No. 01-2024 to create Court Technologist position in Circuit Court
• Proclamations recognizing Mardela High Unified Tennis Team, National Human Trafficking Month, and National Mentoring Month
• Open work session on Capital Improvement Program for Recreation, Parks & Tourism and Civic Center
• Closed sessions on personnel matters and pending litigation