Bel Air, MD
Bel AirMD averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $468,336 +1.2% yr/yr · +17.7% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Próximas reuniones
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Board of Town Commissioners
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Work Session Meeting Agenda
September 1, 2026, at 5:15 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
YouTube Live Stream
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR TOWN MEETING (September 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM, Bel Air Town Hall)
a. Public Hearing
i.
Resolution 1279-26 Amending Resolution 1246-25 Armory Fee Schedule with
Veterans Discount
b. Unfinished Business
i.
Resolution 1279-26 Amending Resolution 1246-25 Armory Fee Schedule with
Veterans Discount
c. New Business
i.
Resolution 1280-26 Opioid Litigation Settlement Authorization with Indivior
ii.
Department of Public Works Uniform Contract
iii.
Refuse Truck Fit Out Contract
iv.
Appointment to the Planning Commission
5. COMMISSIONER LIAISON REPORTS
6. STAFFING UPDATE
a. Review Term Expiration Dates of Boards, Committees and Commissions
7. CALENDAR
a. Select date and time for Howard Park Traffic Study Public Meeting at Town Hall
8. MISCELLANEOUS
a. Update on the status of the Main Street fountain near the Courthouse
9. STAFF COMMENTS
10. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS
11. CLOSED SESSION
a. This meeting will be closed under the provisions of the Maryland Open Meetings Act
General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1)(7) and (8).
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b. Topics of Discussion
i.
To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice regarding 722 S. Main Street
release of interest request.
ii.
To …
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Reuniones recientes
Fri Aug 28, 2026
Board of Town Commissioners
Town Commissioners to review Town Administrator candidates in closed session
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners is holding a work session that includes a closed meeting to discuss the appointment of a Town Administrator. The closed session is authorized under Maryland law to protect applicant confidentiality. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Closed session to discuss Town Administrator candidate(s) for appointment
- Meeting held at Bel Air Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Ave.
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Work Session Meeting Agenda
Friday, August 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2. CLOSED MEETING
a. This meeting will be closed under the provisions of the Maryland Open Meetings
Act General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1) to discuss the appointment,
employment, assignment, promotion of appointees, employees, or officials over
whom this public body has jurisdiction.
b. Topics of Discussion
i. Review Town Administrator candidate(s) for appointment.
c. Reasons for Closed-Session Discussion of Topics
i. Because public discussion of applicant information could discourage
people from applying for jobs or violate an individual’s expectation of
confidentiality.
3. ADJOURNMENT
Thu Aug 27, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Historic Preservation Commission to discuss zoning violations and trainings
The Bel Air Historic Preservation Commission is holding its regular meeting on August 27, 2026, at Town Hall. The agenda includes approving minutes from the July 23 meeting, discussing recommendations on zoning violations, the America250 Find Our History Contest, and upcoming trainings, followed by CAMP training in the Community Room.
- Approval of meeting minutes from July 23, 2026
- HPC recommendations regarding zoning violations
- America250 Find Our History Contest
- Upcoming trainings
- CAMP training in Community Room
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENTS OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS
705 E. CHURCHVILLE ROAD
BEL AIR, MARYLAND 21014
www.belairmd.org
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Paula S. Etting
Steven T. Chizmar
Jakob D. Taylor
Gavin D. Hanley
Kristien S. Foss
August 20, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
39 N. Hickory Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Member:
PLANNING [410] 638-4540
PUBLIC WORKS [410] 638-4545
FAX: [410] 838-0775
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
Michael S. Bayer
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Stephen D. Kline
The Bel Air Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at
6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD. The following items will be discussed:
I.
I.
III.
Administrative Matters
a. Approval of meeting minutes from July 23, 2026
Other Business
a. HPC Recommendations regarding Zoning Violations
b. America250 Find Our History Contest
c. Upcoming Trainings
Adjourn to Community Room for CAMP Training
If you are unable to attend, please let us know at your earliest convenience.
Respectfully submitted,
Savant “Boanca- Orval
Laura M. Bianca-Pruett
Planner II, Planning and Community Development
cc:
Michael Krantz, Interim Town Administrator
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning
Gavin Hanley, Town Commissioner
Applicants
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Board of Town Commissioners
Commissioners to interview town administrator candidates in closed session
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners is holding a work session that consists almost entirely of a closed meeting to interview candidates for the town administrator position. The only public actions on the agenda are approving the agenda and adjourning. No other business is scheduled for public discussion.
- Closed meeting under Maryland Open Meetings Act to interview Town Administrator candidates
- Discussion of appointment of town administrator
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Work Session Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2. CLOSED MEETING
a. This meeting will be closed under the provisions of the Maryland Open Meetings
Act General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1) to discuss the appointment,
employment, assignment, promotion of appointees, employees, or officials over
whom this public body has jurisdiction.
b. Topics of Discussion
i. Interview Town Administrator candidate(s) for appointment.
c. Reasons for Closed-Session Discussion of Topics
i. Because public discussion of applicant information could discourage
people from applying for jobs or violate an individual’s expectation of
confidentiality.
3. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Board of Appeals
Board of Appeals to hear special exception and variance requests
The Bel Air Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to consider two requests: a special exception for a mental health/therapy office and a variance to reduce a side-yard setback. The board will also approve minutes from its July 21, 2026 meeting.
- Special exception request by Wholistic Living, LLC for a mental health/therapy office at 724 Rock Spring Road in the Transition Overlay / R-2 District
- Variance request by CS Elevated Home Improvements, LLC to reduce the required 10-foot side-yard setback to 1 foot at 301 Linwood Avenue in the R-1 District
- Approval of minutes from July 21, 2026 meeting
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENTS OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING [410] 638-4540
705 E. CHURCHVILLE ROAD PUBLIC WORKS [410] 638-4545
BEL AIR, MARYLAND 21014 FAX: [410] 838-0775
www.belairmd.org
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
Paula S. Etting Michael S. Bayer
Steven T. Chizmar DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Jakob D. Taylor Stephen D. Kline
Gavin D. Hanley
Kristien S. Foss
August 7, 2026
Board of Appeals
39 N. Hickory Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Member:
The Bel Air Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at
6:00 p.m. at Town Hall located at 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD to consider the
following:
The agenda is as follows:
IL. Administrative Matters
A. Approval of Minutes — July 21, 2026
Il. New Business:
A. Review of a Special Exception request submitted by Wholistic Living, LLC,
to allow a professional service use consisting of a mental health/therapy
office at 724 Rock Spring Road, in the Transition Overlay / R-2 (Medium
Density Residential) District.
B. Review of a variance request submitted by CS Elevated Home
Improvements, LLC, to reduce the required 10-foot minimum side-
yard setback to one (1) foot for the property located at 301 Linwood
Avenue, in the R-] (Low Density Residential) District.
If you are unable to attend, please let the Department of Planning know as soon as
possible.
Sincerely,
oe
Syed ““Waqar” Shah
Deputy Director of Planning & Community Development
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Mon Aug 17, 2026
Board of Town Commissioners
Commissioners to interview town administrator candidates in closed session
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners is holding a work session that includes a closed meeting to interview candidates for the Town Administrator position. The closed session is authorized under Maryland's Open Meetings Act to protect applicant confidentiality. The agenda is otherwise limited to agenda approval and adjournment.
- Closed session to interview Town Administrator candidate(s)
- Closed session under Md. Open Meetings Act § 3-305(b)(1)
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Work Session Meeting Agenda
Monday, August 17, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2. CLOSED MEETING
a. This meeting will be closed under the provisions of the Maryland Open Meetings
Act General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1) to discuss the appointment,
employment, assignment, promotion of appointees, employees, or officials over
whom this public body has jurisdiction.
b. Topics of Discussion
i. Interview Town Administrator candidate(s) for appointment.
c. Reasons for Closed-Session Discussion of Topics
i. Because public discussion of applicant information could discourage
people from applying for jobs or violate an individual’s expectation of
confidentiality.
3. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Board of Town Commissioners
Bel Air commissioners to vote on armory fee schedule with veterans discount
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners is meeting to consider several items, including a resolution to amend the armory fee schedule to include a veterans discount, renew Microsoft 365 contracts, and award a contract for elevator and lift maintenance. They will also discuss a reappointment to the Board of Building Appeals and recognize a police promotion and a history contest.
- Resolution 1279-26 amending Resolution 1246-25 armory fee schedule with veterans discount
- Microsoft 365 contract renewals
- Contract for parking garage elevator and band shell small lift
- Reappointment of Stephen Burdete to the Board of Building Appeals
- Promotion of Clarence Hicks to Officer First Class
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Town Hall MeeƟng Agenda
August 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
YouTube Live Stream
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6. PRESENTATIONS
a. PromoƟon of Clarence Hicks to Officer First Class of Bel Air Police Department
b. Historic PreservaƟon Commission’s “Find Our History” Contest RecogniƟon
c. Chesapeake Employers’ Workers CompensaƟon Insurance Company Policyholder Dividend
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. ResoluƟon 1279-26 Amending ResoluƟon 1246-25 Armory Fee Schedule with Veterans
Discount
i.
Public Comment
b. MicrosoŌ 365 Contract Renewals
i.
Public Comment
c. Contract for Parking Garage Elevator and Band Shell Small LiŌ
i.
Public Comment
d. Reappointment to the Board of Building Appeals
i.
Stephen Burdete
ii.
Public Comment
8. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
9. PUBLIC COMMENTS
10. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS
11. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Board of Town Commissioners
Commissioners to consider zoning parking changes and multiple contracts
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will hold a work session to review items for the upcoming town meeting, including a zoning ordinance amendment on parking requirements, a resolution to amend the Armory fee schedule with a veterans discount, and several contract renewals and addendums. The board will also discuss staffing updates and miscellaneous items, and then enter a closed session for legal advice and personnel matters.
- Ordinance 863-26 amending Chapter 165 zoning parking standards (satellite parking and fee in lieu)
- Resolution 1279-26 amending Armory fee schedule with veterans discount
- Microsoft 365 contract renewals
- Contract for parking garage elevator and band shell small lift
- Contract addendum for upfitting of Ford F-550 mini dump truck
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Work Session Meeting Agenda
August 11, 2026, at 5:15 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
YouTube Live Stream
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR TOWN MEETING (August 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM, Bel Air Town Hall)
a. Presentation
i. Promotion of Clarence Hicks to Officer First Class of Bel Air Police Department
ii. Historic Preservation Commission’s “Find Our History” Contest Recognition
iii. Chesapeake Employers’ Workers Compensation Insurance Company
Policyholder Dividend
b. New Business
i. Ordinance 863-26 Ordinance 863-26 Amending Chapter 165. Comprehensive
Plan and Development Regulations Part 2. Zoning Article VII. Development and
Performance Standards § 165-51. Parking and loading (1) Satellite parking and
(2) Fee in lieu of on-site parking.
ii. Resolution 1279-26 Amending Resolution 1246-25 Armory Fee Schedule with
Veterans Discount
iii. Microsoft 365 Contract Renewals
iv. Contract for Parking Garage Elevator and Band Shell Small Lift
v. Contract Addendum for Upfitting of Ford F-550 Mini Dump Truck
5. COMMISSIONER LIAISON REPORTS
6. STAFFING UPDATE
a. Review Term Expiration Dates of Boards, Committees and Commissions
7. CALENDAR
8. MISCELLANEOUS
a. Proposed Acceptance of Winter Wonderland's IRS Form 990 for Reporting Requirement.
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review Harford Mall and East Churchville Road site plans
The Bel Air Planning Commission will review revisions to the Harford Mall Phase III and Phase IV site and landscape plans. The commission will also consider a site plan extension for a professional services office building.
- Revisions to Harford Mall Phase III and Phase IV Site Plan and Landscape Plan at 600 Belair Road
- Site plan extension for a 7,500 square-foot professional services office building at 109 East Churchville Road
- Review and approval of Revised Powers and Duties
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENTS OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING [410] 638-4540
705 E. CHURCHVILLE ROAD PUBLIC WoRKS [410] 638-4545
BEL AIR, MARYLAND 21014 FAX: [410] 838-0775
www.belairmd.org
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
Paula S. Etting Michael S. Bayer
Steven T. Chizmar DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Jakob D. Taylor Stephen D. Kline
Gavin D. Hanley
Kristien S. Foss
July 28, 2026
Bel Air Planning Commission
39 N. Hickory Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Commissioners:
The Bel Air Planning Commission will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, August 6, 2026
at 6 p.m. at Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Avenue. You can view the proposed request by accessing this
Public comment will be accepted, as directed by the Planning Commission Chair.
The agenda is as follows:
1. Administrative Matters
A. Approval of Minutes: July 2, 2026
B. Review and approve Revised Powers and Duties
Il. New Business
A. Review of revisions to the Harford Mall Phase III] and Phase IV Site Plan and Landscape Plan,
approved at the March 5, 2026 meeting to modify building footprints and landscape elements at
600 Belair Road (Baltimore Pike).
B. Review of a site plan extension for a two-story 7,500 square-foot professional services office
building to be located at 109 East Churchville Road.
If you are unable to attend, please let the Department of Planning & Community Development know as soon
as possible.
Sincerely,
WL
Michael S. Bayer, AICP
Director of Planning & Community Develo …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Commission reviews fence requests and tax credits for two historic homes
The Bel Air Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss requests for new fences and tax credits at two specific properties. The body will also address administrative matters and the America250 Find Our History Contest.
- HA-1807: Request for new fence and tax credit at Pyle House, 329 Webster Street
- HA-1792: Request for new fence and tax credit at Thomas-Sauer House, 124 W. Gordon Street
- America250 Find Our History Contest
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENTS OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS
705 E. CHURCHVILLE ROAD
BEL AIR, MARYLAND 21014
www.belairmd.org
PLANNING [410] 638-4540
PUBLIC WorKS [410] 638-4545
FAX: [410] 838-0775
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
Paula S. Etting Michael S. Bayer
Steven T. Chizmar DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Jakob D. Taylor Stephen D. Kline
Gavin D. Hanley
Kristien S. Foss
July 16, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
39 N. Hickory Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Member:
The Bel Air Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 6:00
p.m. at Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD. The following items will be discussed:
1. Administrative Matters
a. Approval of meeting minutes from June 25, 2026
Il. Old Business
a. HA-1807— Pyle House at 329 Webster Street
i. Request for approval of new fence and tax credit
Il]. | New Business
a. HA-1792 —Thomas-Sauer House at 124 W. Gordon Street
i. Request for approval of new fence and tax credit
IV. Other Business
a. America250 Find Our History Contest
b. Upcoming Trainings
If you are unable to attend, please let us know at your earliest convenience.
Respectfully submitted,
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Laura M. Bianca-Pruett
Planner JI, Planning and Community Development
ce: Michael Krantz, Interim Town Administrator
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning
Gavin Hanley, Town Commissioner
Applicants
Thu Jul 23, 2026
Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need
Panel to discuss cooling centers and AEDs for seniors
The Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need will discuss summer heat protocols including use of library branches as cooling centers and communication during August heat waves. They will also review grant options for placing automated external defibrillators in senior housing and assess a fall-prevention class. The meeting includes follow-up on a historical society exhibit and feedback on accessibility for seniors.
- Review of potential grant for AED training and placement in senior housing
- Discussion of Matter of Balance fall-prevention class capacity at the Armory
- Review of town cooling center availability through Harford County Public Library branches
- Communication protocols to inform seniors during peak August heat waves
- Feedback on historical society exhibit accessibility for seniors and advertising to combat isolation
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July 23, 2026 at 8:30am
Location: Police Community Room
1. Welcome and Introductions
2. Review the Agenda
3. Vote & Approval of the Minutes
4. Old Business
a. Senior housing not having Automated External Defibrillator's (AED)
i. Review potential grant information for Automated External Defibrillator
training and placement
b. Matter of Balance Classes
i. Discuss - does the population health team have the capacity to host this
class at the Armory independently, given the grant update
5. New Business
a. Summer Heat and Winter Cooling Centers
i. Review Town’s availability utilizing the Harford County Public Library
branches.
ii. Review communication protocols to ensure seniors are informed during
peak August heat waves
iii. Harford County Health Department’s Precaution Against Health Illness
page https://harfordcountyhealth.com/precautions-against-heat-illness/
b. Historical Society Exhibit Follow-Up
i. Feedback from members who attended and assess exhibit’s accessibility
for seniors
ii. Discuss ways to advertise local events such as this to combat isolation
and loneliness
6. Stakeholder Comments:
a. Economic & Community Development Committee Updates
7. Confirm next meeting: August 27, 2026
8. Adjourn
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Board of Appeals
Board to consider special exception for beauty salon
The Bel Air Board of Appeals will meet on July 21, 2026, to review a Special Exception request for a Beauty/Nail/Barber/Spa Salon at 729 North Hickory Avenue. The request, submitted by Vitality House, LLC, seeks to allow the business in the R-O (Residential Office) District. The previous Special Exception for this location expired on April 15, 2025.
- Review Special Exception for Beauty/Nail/Barber/Spa Salon at 729 North Hickory Avenue
- Approval of minutes from June 16, 2026
- Vitality House, LLC submitted the Special Exception request
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENTS OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS
705 E. CHURCHVILLE ROAD
BEL AIR, MARYLAND 21014
www.belairmd.org
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Paula S. Etting
Steven T. Chizmar
Jakob D. Taylor
Gavin D. Hanley
Kristien S. Foss
July 13, 2026
Board of Appeals
39 N. Hickory Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Member:
PLANNING [ 41 OJ 638-4540
PUBLIC WORKS [ 41 OJ 63 8-4545
FAX: [410J 838-0775
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
Michael S. Bayer
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Stephen D. Kline
The Bel Air Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at
6:00 p.m. at Town Hall located at 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD to consider the
following:
The agenda is as follows:
I. Administrative Matters
A. Approval of Minutes - June 16, 2026
II. New Business:
A. Review a Special Exception request to allow a Beauty/Nail/Barber/Spa
Salon at 729 North Hickory Avenue in the R-O (Residential Office) District
submitted by Vitality House, LLC. A previous Special Exception was
approved on April 15, 2023, and expired April 15, 2025.
If you are unable to attend, please let the Department of Planning know as soon as
possible.
Sincerely,
Syed Waqar Shah, Deputy Director
Department
of Planning & Community Development
cc: Bel Air Board of Town Commissi oners
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning and Community Development
Mike Krantz, Interim Town Adm inistrator
Brian Young, Law Offices of Brian K. Young
Leslie Doroba, Vitality House, LLC
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Board of Town Commissioners
Board will discuss equipment purchases and service agreements
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will consider several equipment purchases, including Axon body‑worn cameras and a Verkada Command system. It will also review service agreements such as the 221 North Tollgate Road sewer force main contract and the FY27‑FY29 Urban County Cooperative Agreement. Two planning‑commission resolutions will be presented for public comment.
- Resolution 1277-26: Bel Air Planning Commission Annual Report for 2025 (public comment)
- Resolution 1278-26: Adjust term limit of Jeffrey Stamm on the Planning Commission (public comment)
- Purchase of Axon body‑worn cameras (public comment)
- Purchase of Verkada Command with Command Connect (public comment)
- 221 North Tollgate Road sewer force main public works agreement (public comment)
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✓ Decidido: Bel Air approves $420K Axon body-worn camera contract renewal
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously (4-0), including a $420,103.20 five-year Axon body-worn camera contract renewal, a $75,651.24 Verkada surveillance equipment purchase, and a $278,248 refuse truck purchase. The board also filed the Planning Commission annual report, adjusted a planning commissioner's term, approved a sewer force main agreement, and authorized the chair to sign a HUD grant agreement. The meeting moved to closed session to discuss real property acquisition and did not return to open session.
- Approved Resolution 1277-26 filing Planning Commission 2025 Annual Report (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 1278-26 reducing Jeffrey Stamm's Planning Commission term by 8 months (4-0)
- Approved $420,103.20 Axon body-worn camera contract renewal (4-0)
- Approved $75,651.24 Verkada surveillance equipment purchase (4-0)
- Approved sewer force main agreement for 221 North Tollgate Road (4-0)
- Approved $278,248 purchase of 2027 Freightliner refuse truck (4-0)
- Approved $144,537.48 purchase of Ford F-550 mini dump truck (4-0)
- Approved FY27-FY29 Urban County Cooperative Agreement (4-0)
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Town Hall Mee�ng Agenda
July 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
YouTube Live Stream
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Resolu�on 1277-26 Bel Air Planning Commission Annual Report for 2025
i. Public Comment
b. Resolu�on 1278-26 to Adjust the Term Limit of Jeffrey Stamm to the Bel Air Planning
Commission
i. Public Comment
c. Purchase of Axon Body-Worn Cameras
i. Public Comment
d. Purchase of Verkada Command with Command Connect
i. Public Comment
e. 221 North Tollgate Road Sewer Force Main Public Works Agreement
i. Public Comment
f. Purchase of Refuse Truck with Rear Loader
i. Public Comment
g. Purchase of F550 Mini Dump Truck with Plow and Accessories
i. Public Comment
h. FY27-FY29 Urban County Coopera�ve Agreement
i. Public Comment
7. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
8. PUBLIC COMMENTS
9. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS
10. CLOSED SESSION
a. This por�on of the mee�ng will be closed under the provisions of the Maryland
Open Mee�ngs Act General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(3).
b. Topics of Discussion
i. To consider the acquisi�on of real property for a public purpose and
maters directly related thereto.
c. Reasons for Closed-Session Discussion of Above Topics
i. Because public discussion of sensi�ve informa�on regarding poten�al
property nego�a�ons, including pricing, loca�on, and st …
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BEL AIR BOARD OF TOWN COMMISSIONERS TOWN HALL MEETING
JULY 20, 2026
The Board of Town Commissioners Town Hall Meeting was held on July 20, 2026, at 7:00 pm.
PRESENT:
IN ATTENDANCE:
ABSENT:
Commissioner Paula S. Etting, Chair
Commissioner Steven T. Chizmar
Commissioner Gavin O. Hanley
Commissioner Jakob D. Taylor
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning
Rachel Deaner, Director of Finance
Stephen Kline, Director of Public Works
Michael Krantz, Director of HR & Administration
Charles Moore, Chief of Police
Angela Robertson, Director of Economic Development
Elizabeth Thompson, Town Counsel
Jane Sudbrink, Recording Secretary
Commissioner Kristien S. Foss
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Etting called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm and read the roll call of commissioners.
II. INVOCATION
Commissioner Hanley was grateful to be gathered to discuss town business and to live in a beautiful,
safe, flourishing town with incredible staff and citizenry. He asked that the board be given the agency to
make decisions with wisdom and clarity.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Hanley motioned to approve the agenda. Commissioner Taylor seconded the motion.
Mr. Krantz asked for a vote on the agenda. Ayes: Chizmar, Taylor, Hanley, Etting. Nays: None. Motion
carried 4–0.
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Taylor motioned that the minutes of the Board of Town Commissioners meetings
held on J …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
Board of Town Commissioners
Commissioners discuss equipment purchases and Town Administrator candidates
The Board of Town Commissioners will review a tentative agenda for the upcoming July 20 Town Meeting. Discussion includes potential equipment purchases and a closed session regarding candidates for the vacant Town Administrator position.
- Purchase of Axon Body-Worn Cameras
- 221 North Tollgate Road Sewer Force Main Public Works Agreement
- Purchase of Refuse Truck with Rear Loader
- Purchase of F550 Flat Bed Truck with Plow and Accessories
- Potential appointments to the vacant Town Administrator position
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✓ Decidido: Board approves agenda, hears police camera contract savings
The Board of Commissioners held a work session and approved the agenda 5-0. They discussed several upcoming purchases, including body-worn cameras, a refuse truck, and a mini dump truck, but no formal votes were taken on these items. The board also agreed to a closed session to discuss the vacant Town Administrator position.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Moved into closed session to discuss Town Administrator appointment (5-0)
- Adjourned the meeting
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Work Session Meeting Agenda
July 14, 2026, at 5:15 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
YouTube Live Stream
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR TOWN MEETING (July 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM, Bel Air Town Hall)
a. New Business
i. Purchase of Axon Body-Worn Cameras
ii. 221 North Tollgate Road Sewer Force Main Public Works Agreement
iii. Purchase of Refuse Truck with Rear Loader
iv. Purchase of F550 Flat Bed Truck with Plow and Accessories
5. COMMISSIONER LIAISON REPORTS
6. STAFFING UPDATE
a. Review Term Expiration Dates of Boards, Committees and Commissions
7. CALENDAR
8. STAFF COMMENTS
9. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS
10. CLOSED SESSION
a. This portion of the meeting will be closed under the provisions of the Maryland Open
Meetings Act General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1).
b. Topics of Discussion
i. To discuss potential appointments to the vacant Town Administrator position.
c. Reasons for Closed-Session Discussion of Above Topics
i. Because public discussion of candidates’ names, qualifications, experience, and
background could discourage people from applying for employment or
compromise their privacy rights.
11. ADJOURNMENT
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BEL AIR BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION MEETING
JULY 14, 2026
The Board of Commissioners Work Session MeeƟng was held on July 14, 2026, at 5:15 pm.
PRESENT:
IN ATTENDANCE:
Commissioner Paula S. Etting, Chair
Commissioner Steven T. Chizmar
Commissioner Kristien S. Foss
Commissioner Gavin O. Hanley
Commissioner Jakob D. Taylor
David Anderson, Media & Public Relations Specialist
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning
Rachel Deaner, Director of Finance
Stephen Kline, Director of Public Works
Michael Krantz, Director of HR & Administration
Charles Moore, Chief of Police
Angela Robertson, Director of Economic Development
Jane Sudbrink, Recording Secretary
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Eƫng called the meeƟng to order at 5:15 pm and read the roll call of commissioners.
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Foss moƟoned to approve the agenda. Commissioner Hanley seconded the moƟon.
Mr. Krantz asked for a vote on the agenda. Ayes: Commissioners Foss, Chizmar, Taylor, Hanley, Eƫng.
Nays: None. MoƟon carried 5–0.
IV. TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR TOWN MEETING (July 20, 2026, at 7:00 pm, Bel Air Town Hall)
A. New Business
1. Purchase of Axon Body-Worn Cameras
Chief Moore said the Police Department has been equipped with body-worn cameras since 2020. He
relayed that the town entered into two addiƟonal contracts with Axon Enterprise for these cameras over
the years. Chief Moore said the last upgrade …
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Board of Town Commissioners
La Junta considerará la adquisición de bienes raíces para fines públicos
Los comisionados aprobarán la Carta de Designación de Main Street de Bel Air Downtown Alliance tras los comentarios del público. En una sesión cerrada, discutirán una posible adquisición de bienes raíces para un fin público y buscarán asesoría legal sobre dos casos de la corte de circuito del condado de Harford que involucran al pueblo.
- Aprobación de la Carta de Designación de Main Street de Bel Air Downtown Alliance (asuntos nuevos)
- Consideración de la adquisición de bienes raíces para un fin público (sesión cerrada)
- Consultar con asesor legal sobre el caso de la Corte de Circuito del Condado de Harford C-12-CV-26-000281 (Town of Bel Air vs. 121 South Bond Street LLC)
- Consultar con asesor legal sobre el caso de la Corte de Circuito del Condado de Harford C-12-CV-25-001030 (extensión del permiso de construcción de Hickory Flats)
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✓ Decidido: Bel Air board approves Main Street Maryland agreement with Downtown Alliance
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners approved the Main Street Maryland Program Agreement with the Bel Air Downtown Alliance, Inc. by a 4-0 vote. The board also approved the meeting agenda. No public comments were made, and the meeting moved into closed session to discuss property acquisition and legal matters.
- Approved Main Street Maryland Program Agreement with Bel Air Downtown Alliance (4-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Moved into closed session to discuss property acquisition and legal advice (5-0)
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Town Hall Mee�ng Agenda
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
YouTube Live Stream
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. NEW BUSINESS
a. Resolu�on 1276-26 Appointment of Michael L. Krantz as Town Administrator
i. Public Comment
b. Bel Air Downtown Alliance Main Street Designa�on Leter Approval
i. Public Comment
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
7. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS
8. CLOSED SESSION
a. This por�on of the mee�ng will be closed under the provisions of the Maryland Open
Mee�ngs Act General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(3), (7) and (8).
b. Topics of Discussion
i. To consider the acquisi�on of real property for a public purpose and maters
directly related thereto.
ii. To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice regarding the Harford County
Circuit Court Case Number C-12-CV-26-000281 Town of Bel Air, Maryland vs.
121 South Bond Street LLC.
iii. To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice regarding the Harford Circuit
Court Case Number: C-12-CV-25-001030 Harford County, Maryland vs. Town of
Bel Air, Maryland, et al and the request for extension of Hickory Flats building
permit.
c. Reasons for Closed-Session Discussion of Above Topics
i. Because public discussion of sensi�ve informa�on regarding poten�al property
nego�a�ons, including pricing, loca�on, and strategic considera�ons could
adversely affect the public bo …
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BEL AIR BOARD OF TOWN COMMISSIONERS TOWN HALL MEETING
JULY 7, 2026
The Board of Town Commissioners Town Hall Meeting was held on July 7, 2026, at 6:00 pm.
PRESENT:
IN ATTENDANCE:
Commissioner Paula S. Etting, Chair
Commissioner Steven T. Chizmar
Commissioner Kristien S. Foss
Commissioner Gavin O. Hanley
Commissioner Jakob D. Taylor via telephone
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning
Rachel Deaner, Director of Finance
Stephen Kline, Director of Public Works
Michael Krantz, Director of HR & Administration
Charles Moore, Chief of Police
Angela Robertson, Director of Economic Development
Elizabeth Thompson, Town Counsel
Jane Sudbrink, Recording Secretary
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Etting called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm and read the roll call of commissioners.
II. INVOCATION
Commissioner Hanley expressed gratitude for celebrating two hundred and fifty years of
independence in the greatest country the world has ever seen. He asked for blessings on the nation and
the town.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Hanley motioned to approve the agenda. Commissioner Foss seconded the motion.
Mr. Krantz asked for a vote on the agenda. Ayes: Foss, Taylor, Hanley, Etting. Nays: None. Motion
carried 4–0.
V. NEW BUSINESS
A. Bel Air Downtown Alliance Main Street Designation Letter Approval
Commissioner Hanley motioned that the Maryland Department of Housing and Community
Dev …
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Planning Commission
La Comisión de Planificación revisará la propuesta de Dunkin Donuts/Jimmy Johns en Hays Street
La comisión considerará un desarrollo especial, un plan de sitio y un plan de paisajismo para un Dunkin Donuts/Jimmy Johns en 204-208 Hays Street. También discutirán posibles cambios a los procedimientos de las sesiones de trabajo y la escalonación de los mandatos de los miembros de la comisión. Se aceptarán comentarios del público.
- Revisión del Desarrollo Especial, Plan de Sitio y Plan de Paisajismo para Dunkin Donuts/Jimmy Johns en 204 y 208 Hays Street, presentado por Bel Air Downtown QSR, LLC
- Discusión sobre la enmienda de los Poderes y Deberes de la Comisión de Planificación (Reglas de Procedimiento) con respecto a las sesiones de trabajo y tiempo de revisión adicional para proyectos de gran escala
- Discusión sobre la escalonación de los mandatos de los miembros de la Comisión de Planificación
- Aprobación de las actas del 4 de junio de 2026
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✓ Decidido: Planning Commission approves Dunkin'/Jimmy John's site plan with conditions
The Planning Commission approved the preliminary site plan, landscape plan, drive-thru, and outdoor dining uses for a combined Dunkin' Donuts/Jimmy John's restaurant at 204 and 208 Hayes Street, subject to numerous conditions. The approval requires the applicant to reduce outdoor seating from 20 to 6 seats, resolve property encroachments, and obtain several easements. The commission also discussed but did not decide on work session procedures and agreed to a plan to stagger member terms.
- Approved preliminary site plan for Dunkin'/Jimmy John's at 204/208 Hayes St with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved landscape plan conditioned on tree agreement and buffer reduction to 8 ft with 6-ft fence (unanimous)
- Approved drive-thru use based on 5 findings of fact (unanimous)
- Approved outdoor dining use limited to 6 seats (unanimous)
- Approved June 4, 2026 meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)
- Discussed but did not decide on work session procedures for large projects
- Agreed to draft resolution to reduce Jeffrey Stamm's term by 8 months to stagger member terms
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENTS OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS
705 E. CHURCHVILLE ROAD
BEL AIR, MARYLAND 21014
www.belairmd.org
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Paula S. Etting,
Steven T. Chizmar
Jakob D. Taylor
Gavin D. Hanley
Kristien S. Foss
June 24, 2026
Bel Air Planning Commission
39 N. Hickory Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Commissioners:
PLANNING [410] 638-4540
PUBLIC WORKS [410] 638-4545
FAX: [410] 838-0775
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
Michael S, Bayer
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Stephen D. Kline
The Bel Air Planning Commission will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday,
July 2, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Avenue. You can view the proposed
request by accessing this link. Public comment will be accepted, as directed by the Planning
Commission Chair.
The agenda is as follows:
I, Administrative Matters
A. Approval of Minutes — June 4, 2026
B. Discussion of the necessity of conducting work sessions of the Planning
Commission and additional review time for large-scale projects and required
amendments to the Planning Commission’s Powers and Duties (Rules of
Procedure).
C. Discussion of Staggering of Terms of Planning Commission Members.
I. New Business
A. Review a Special Development, Site Plan and Landscape Plan for a
DunkinDonuts/Jimmy Johns to be located at 204 and 208 Hays Street
submitted by Bel Air Downtown QSR, LLC.
If you are unable to attend, please let the Department of Planning & Community
Development know as soon as possible.
Sincerely, …
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PLANNING COMMISSION
JULY 2, 2026
The meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order at 6:00 PM on Thursday, July 2,
2026, at Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD 21014.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
James C. Hynes, Jr., Chair
Peter Schlehr, Vice Chair
Jeffrey Stamm
Daniel Gray
Gary Webb
IN ATTENDANCE:
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning
Waqar Shah, Deputy Director of Planning
Steve Chizmar, Town Commissioner
Elizabeth Thompson, Town Counsel
Danielle Watson, Transcriptionist
Heather Walls, Recording Secretary
I.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
A. Approval of Meeting Minutes – June 4, 2026
Mr. Hynes called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
Mr. Hynes said after “Approval of Minutes”, the Planning Commission will go
directly to agenda item “New Business” and will circle back to the discussion items B
and C under “Administrative Matters”, thereafter.
Mr. Hynes asked for changes or corrections to the minutes from June 4, 2026. Mr.
Hynes made the following corrections:
On page 4, end of the last paragraph, last sentence reads “Mr. Robinson
responded.” Mr. Hynes would prefer more detail. Upon review of the June 4,
2026 meeting, change the sentence to “Mr. Robinson said because it is meant
to be a multi-purpose space. He added that they do not have an exact plan on
what it will be and they certainly could do real grass there; however, it is
going to be double-sided retail, and it will be a very trafficked area.”
On page 8, 3rd paragraph down, change “Mr. Hyde” to “Mr. …
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Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need
El comité analiza la programación para personas mayores e iniciativas de comidas comunitarias
El comité revisará actualizaciones sobre la subvención de AARP y la disponibilidad de AED en viviendas para personas mayores. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen discusiones sobre la expansión de la programación de McFaul y una comida de Acción de Gracias en Havre de Grace.
- Actualización de la subvención de AARP
- Revisión del estado de los AED en viviendas para personas mayores
- Revisión del Programa Help Your Neighbor
- Expansión de la programación de McFaul
- Comida de Acción de Gracias en Havre de Grace
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Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need Agenda
June 25, 2026 at 8:30am
Location: Police Community Room
1. Welcome and Introductions
2. Review the Agenda
3. Vote & Approval of the Minutes
4. Old Business
a. AARP grant update
b. Senior housing not having Automated External Defibrillator's (AED)
c. Help Your Neighbor Program Review
5. New Business
a. McFaul Programming Expansion (Wellness Frameworks & Lifelong Learning)
b. Havre de Grace Thanksgiving Meal
6. Stakeholder Comments:
a. Economic & Community Development Committee Updates
7. Confirm next meeting: July 23, 2026
8. Adjourn
Thu Jun 25, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
La Comisión de Preservación Histórica considerará una nueva cerca en la Pyle House en Webster Street
La Comisión revisará y potencialmente aprobará una solicitud para una nueva cerca en la Pyle House (329 Webster Street), una propiedad histórica. También aprobarán las actas de la reunión anterior y discutirán el America250 Find Our History Contest. No hay otras decisiones importantes programadas.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 28 de mayo de 2026
- HA-1807 — Pyle House en 329 Webster Street: solicitud de aprobación de una nueva cerca
- Discusión del America250 Find Our History Contest
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✓ Decidido: HPC tables fence and tax credit requests for 329 Webster Street
The Commission tabled a Certificate of Approval and a tax credit application for the Pyle House due to incomplete documentation and work performed without prior approval. The Commission also approved the purchase of promotional materials for the America250 history contest.
- Approved April 23, 2026, meeting minutes with modifications (All in favor)
- Approved May 28, 2026, meeting minutes with modifications (All in favor)
- Tabled Certificate of Approval for new fence at 329 Webster Street for additional information (All in favor)
- Tabled tax credit application for 329 Webster Street pending proper application (All in favor)
- Approved purchase and production of pamphlets and mugs for America 250 celebration (All in favor)
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENTS OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS
705 E. CHURCHVILLE ROAD
BEL AIR, MARYLAND 21014
www.belairmd.org
PLANNING [410] 638-4540
PUBLIC WORKS [410] 638-4545
FAX: [410] 838-0775
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
Paula S, Etting Michael S. Bayer
Steven T. Chizmar DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Jakob D. Taylor Stephen D. Kline
Gavin D. Hanley
Kristien S. Foss
June 18, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
39 N. Hickory Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Member:
The Bel Air Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 6:00
p.m. at Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD. The following items will be discussed:
I. Administrative Matters
a. Approval of meeting minutes from May 28, 2026
Il. New Business
a. HA-1807 — Pyle House at 329 Webster Street
i. Request for approval of new fence
TI. Other Business
a. America250 Find Our History Contest
If you are unable to attend, please let us know at your earliest convenience.
Respectfully submitted,
aPawnat Bronce: Pawet
Laura M. Bianca-Pruett
Planner II, Planning and Community Development
ce: Michael Krantz, Interim Town Administrator
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning
Gavin Hanley, Town Commissioner
Applicants
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
June 25 , 202 6
The regularly scheduled meeting for the Historic Preservation Commission was held on Thursday, June
25 , 202 6 , at 6:00 p.m ., at the at the Bel Air Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Joseph Wojciechowski, Chair
Sean Henderson Campbell, Vice Chair
Brian Payne
Stephen Burdette
Liliana Norkaitis
IN ATTENDANCE: Laura Bianca-Pruett , Planner, Planning Department
Gavin O. Hanley, Town Commissioner
Nicole Ribakow, Recording Secretary
ABSENT: Paul Edmeades
Jennifer Mainster-Hanna
I. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
Mr. Wojciechowski called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
a. Approval of M eeting M inutes from April 23 rd and May 28 th , 2026
Mr. Wojciechowski wanted to ensure that the guests were signed in on attendance list , including
the applicant Virginia Sauers . There were no other changes.
Mr. Burdette moved to approve the April 23, 2026, meeting minutes with the modification and
Mr. Campbell seconded. All in favor. Motion carried.
For the May minutes, Mr. Wojciechowski had the same request as April, to add the guests into
the attendance list , including Mr. Schneider. Ms. Bianca-Pruett noted that the name of the other guest
may be available through email records . There were no other changes.
Mr. Campbell moved to approve May 28 th , 2026, meeting minutes with the modification and Mr .
Burdette seconded. All in favor. Motion carried.
II. NEW BUSINESS
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Board of Town Commissioners
La ordenanza de prohibición de centros de datos se dirige a una audiencia pública
La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre cuatro temas: la Ordenanza 861-26 para prohibir los centros de datos en Bel Air, la Ordenanza 862-26 para enmendar las tarifas de servicio de alcantarillado, la Resolución 1273-26 para enmiendas al presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2026 y la Resolución 1274-26 para enmiendas al programa de tarifas. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen una servidumbre de recolección de basura para Park Manor Condominium, un contrato de concreto bituminoso (asfalto) y la ratificación de compras de laptops y protección de respaldo/correo electrónico.
- Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 861-26 que prohíbe los centros de datos en la ciudad
- Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 862-26 que enmienda las tarifas de servicio de alcantarillado (Capítulo 397)
- Audiencia pública sobre la Resolución 1273-26 para enmiendas al presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2026
- Audiencia pública sobre la Resolución 1274-26 para las enmiendas al Programa de Tarifas de la Ciudad
- Asuntos nuevos: Resolución 1275-26 escritura de servidumbre de recolección de basura de Park Manor Condominium
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✓ Decidido: Bel Air bans data centers, raises sewer rates 7.4%
The Board of Town Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously (5-0), including a ban on data centers, a 7.4% sewer rate increase, FY26 budget amendments, and a new fee schedule. The board also ratified two previously approved IT purchases and accepted an asphalt supply contract.
- Approved Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting data centers in town (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 862-26 raising sewer rates 7.4% (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 1273-26 FY26 budget amendments incl. employee bonuses (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 1274-26 amending town fee schedule (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 1275-26 Park Manor trash collection easement (5-0)
- Accepted asphalt supply contract with Gray and Son, Inc. (5-0)
- Ratified $15,828.20 purchase of 10 Dell laptops (5-0)
- Ratified $39,489.36 Barracuda backup/email contract (5-0)
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Town Hall Mee�ng Agenda
June 22, 2026, at 7:00 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
YouTube Live Stream
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Ordinance 861-26 Prohibi�ng Data Centers in the Town of Bel Air
b. Ordinance 862-26 Amending Bel Air Town Code Chapter 397. Sewers Ar�cle I. Sewers and
Sewage Disposal § 397-18A Sewer service rate determina�on - Rates for Sewer Service
c. Resolu�on 1273-26 Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendments
d. Resolu�on 1274-26 Town Fee Schedule Amendments
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Ordinance 861-26 Prohibi�ng Data Centers in the Town of Bel Air
b. Ordinance 862-26 Amending Bel Air Town Code Chapter 397. Sewers Ar�cle I. Sewers and
Sewage Disposal § 397-18A Sewer service rate determina�on - Rates for Sewer Service
c. Resolu�on 1273-26 Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendments
d. Resolu�on 1274-26 Town Fee Schedule Amendments
8. NEW BUSINESS
a. Resolu�on 1275-26 Park Manor Condominium Trash Collec�on Deed of Easement
i. Public Comment
b. Contract for Purchase of Bituminous Concrete (Asphalt)
i. Public Comment
c. Ra�fy the Purchase of Dell Pro Max 16 Laptop Computers
i. Public Comment
d. Ra�fy the Purchase of Barracuda Backup and Email Protec�on
i. Public Comment
9. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
10. PUBLIC COMMENTS
11. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS
12. ADJOURNMENT
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BEL AIR BOARD OF TOWN COMMISSIONERS TOWN HALL MEETING
JUNE 22, 2026
The Board of Town Commissioners Town Hall Meeting was held on June 22, 2026, at 7:00 pm.
PRESENT:
IN ATTENDANCE:
Commissioner Paula S. Etting, Chair
Commissioner Steven T. Chizmar
Commissioner Kristien S. Foss
Commissioner Gavin O. Hanley
Commissioner Jakob D. Taylor
David Anderson, Public Relations Specialist
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning
Catherine Butrim, Economic Development Coordinator
Rachel Deaner, Director of Finance
Stephen Kline, Director of Public Works
Michael Krantz, Director of HR & Administration
Charles Moore, Chief of Police
Jane Sudbrink, Recording Secretary
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Etting called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm and read the roll call of commissioners.
II. INVOCATION
Commissioner Foss was thankful for this gathering in service to the community. She recognized that
it was the day after Father’s Day and was grateful for the fathers and father figures who have guided us.
Commissioner Foss asked for wisdom to voters, candidates, and election workers during tomorrow’s
primary election. She reminded everyone to be respectful and of their commitment to the common
goal—benefitting those we serve.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Hanley motioned to approve the agenda. Commissioner Taylor seconded the motion.
Mr. Krantz asked for a vote on the agenda. Ayes: Foss, Chizm …
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Cultural Arts Commission
La Comisión de Artes Culturales de Bel Air revisará el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 y proyectos de arte público
La Comisión de Artes Culturales de Bel Air llevará a cabo su reunión pública mensual el 17 de junio de 2026. La agenda incluye asuntos administrativos como la aprobación de actas, revisión presupuestaria y discusión del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2027. La comisión también abordará asuntos pendientes sobre proyectos de arte público, incluyendo la escultura Atwood-Marketplace y el mantenimiento de Hearts of Harford, así como nuevas solicitudes de patrocinio y eventos.
- Aprobación de las actas del 20 de mayo de 2026
- Revisión del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2027
- Actualización de la escultura Atwood-Marketplace
- Actualización del mantenimiento de Hearts of Harford
- Actualización de la revisión de arte público/solicitud de patrocinio de 10 West Salon
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
$ 37 N. Main Street * Bel Air, MD 21014 Phone: 410-838-0584
www.belairmd.org E-mail: economicdevelopment@belairmd.org
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Steven T. Chizmar “Angela Robertson
S Paula S. Etting
Qa Kristien S. Foss
Gavin O. Hanley
Jakob D. Taylor
June 10, 2026
Cultural Arts Commission Members
37 North Main Street
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Member:
The Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission will hold its monthly public meeting on Wednesday, June 17,
2026, from 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m. in the second-floor conference room of the Bel Air Reckord Armory, 37
North Main Street, Bel Air.
The agenda is as follows:
L Administrative Matters
A. Approval of Minutes — May 20, 2026
B. Budget Review
i. Marketing / Event Sponsorship
ii, Public Art
C. FY27 Budget
IL. Unfinished Business
A. Public Art Discussion
i. Atwood-Marketplace Sculpture — Update
ii. Hearts of Harford Maintenance — Update
B. 10 West Salon Pubic Art Review/Sponsorship Request - Update
TI. New Business
A. Harford Plein Air Festival Quick Draw Sponsorship
B. Living History with Colleen Webster — October 20, 2026
C. Marketing Materials
i. CAC Tote Bags
IV. Town Updates
i. Town of Bel Air
ii, A&E District
iii, Bel Air Farmers’ Market
Please advise the Economic Development Department whether or not you are able to attend.
Sincerely,
OrBulven
Cat Butrim
Economic Development Coordinator
ce: Michael Krantz, Interim Town Administrator
File
Tue Jun 16, 2026
Board of Appeals
Revisión de la excepción especial para una residencia de vida asistida de 32 camas en 908-910 S. Main St
La Junta de Apelaciones de Bel Air llevará a cabo una reunión especial para considerar una solicitud de excepción especial para una instalación de vida asistida de 32 camas en 908-910 S. Main Street, presentada por Platinum Sprinkler, LLC. La excepción especial anterior para el mismo sitio expiró el 20 de abril de 2026. Los asuntos administrativos incluyen la aprobación de las actas y la elección de oficiales.
- Revisión de la solicitud de excepción especial para una instalación de vida asistida de 32 camas en 908-910 S. Main St por Platinum Sprinkler, LLC
- La excepción especial anterior fue aprobada el 20 de abril de 2023, expiró el 20 de abril de 2026
- Aprobación de las actas del 16 de septiembre de 2025
- Elección de oficiales
- Calificación de Syed 'Wagar' Shah como testigo experto en planificación de tierras
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✓ Decidido: Board reapproves 32-bed assisted living facility at 908-910 S. Main St.
The Board of Appeals unanimously reapproved a special exception for a 32-bed assisted living facility at 908-910 South Main Street, submitted by Platinum Sprinkler, LLC. The previous approval had expired on April 20, 2026. The reapproval includes conditions on parking, access, signage, and ambulance service, and the photometric lighting plan will be reviewed by the Director of Planning.
- Approved amended agenda removing election of officers item (unanimous)
- Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (2 abstentions)
- Qualified Syed 'Waqar' Shah as expert witness in land planning (unanimous)
- Reapproved special exception for 32-bed assisted living at 908-910 S. Main St. (unanimous)
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENTS OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING [410] 638-4540
705 E. CHURCHVILLE ROAD PUBLIC WoRKS [410] 638-4545
BEL AIR, MARYLAND 21014 FAX: [410] 838-0775
www.belairmd.org
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
Paula S. Etting Michael S. Bayer
Steven T. Chizmar DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Jakob D. Taylor Stephen D. Kline
Gavin D. Hanley
Kristien S. Foss
June 9, 2026
Board of Appeals
39 N. Hickory Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Member:
The Bel Air Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at
6:00 p.m. at Town Hall located at 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD to consider the
following:
The agenda is as follows:
1, Administrative Matters
A. Approval of Minutes — September 16, 2025
B. Election of Officers
(on Qualifications of Syed “Wagar” Shah, Deputy Director, as an expert
witness in land planning.
Il. New Business:
A. Review a Special Exception request to allow a 32-bed Assisted
Living facility to be located at 908-910 S. Main Street submitted by
Platinum Sprinkler, LLC. A previous Special Exception was
approved on April 20, 2023, and expired April 20, 2026.
If you are unable to attend, please let the Department of Planning know as soon as
possible.
Sincerely,
ay ——
Michael S. Bayer, AICP
Director of Planning & Community Development
ce: Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Mike Krantz, Interim Town Administrator
John Watts, Platinum Construction Group
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MINUTES
BOARD OF APPEALS
June 16, 2026
The Board of Appeals met on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel
Air, MD 21014.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Rick Gerety, Chair
Lisa Sparr
David E. Starleper
John A. Krajewski
Greg Adolph
IN ATTENDANCE:
Syed “Waqar” Shah, Deputy Dir. of Planning & Community Development
Elizabeth Thompson, Town Counsel
Nicole Ribakow, Recording Secretary
ABSENT:
Patrick Richards
I.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
Mr. Gerety called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
Mr. Starleper moved to approve the amended agenda by removing the election of officers
item, and Ms. Sparr seconded. All in favor. Motion carried.
A. Approval of Meeting Minutes – September 16, 2025
Ms. Sparr moved to approve the September 16, 2025, meeting minutes as submitted,
and Mr. Adolph seconded. Mr. Starleper and Mr. Krajewski abstained. All other commission
members were in favor. Motioned carried.
B. Qualifications of Syed “Waqar” Shah, Deputy Director, as an expert witness in land
planning
Town Counsel Elizabeth Thompson explained that Syed “Waqar” Shah, Deputy Director of
Planning and Community Development, needed to be qualified as an expert in land planning
before offering professional opinions to the Board.
Mr. Shah was sworn in and provided testimony regarding his education, professional
background, and experience. He stated that he holds a Master of Professional Studies from
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Economic Community Development Commission
La ECDC discutirá la reubicación del Maryland District Court y los premios anuales
La Economic Community Development Commission llevará a cabo su reunión regular el 11 de junio de 2026. La agenda incluye la discusión de la reubicación propuesta del Maryland District Court y la planificación para el evento de premios anuales, incluyendo la selección de un arquitecto para proyectos elegibles para Archer-Bull. La reunión incluirá una sesión cerrada para discutir a los nominados a los premios y las recomendaciones.
- Propuesta de reubicación del Maryland District Court (asuntos de orden anterior)
- Selección de un arquitecto para revisar proyectos elegibles para Archer-Bull (asuntos nuevos)
- Establecimiento de la fecha para el evento de premios anuales (asuntos nuevos)
- Sesión cerrada para revisar los proyectos elegibles para el Archer-Bull Award y los nominados al Business of the Year
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de mayo de 2026
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Bell) Air
ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
June 4, 2026
Economic and Community Development
Commission Members
37N. Main Street
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Member:
The Economic and Community Development Commission will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on
Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5:00 pm. The location for this meeting will be The Armory, 37 N. Main Street,
Bel Air, MD.
The agenda is as follows:
Ill.
VIL.
VI.
Administrative Matters
A. Approval of Minutes — May 2026
Town Updates
A. Economic Development Department
B. Planning Department
C. Commissioner Liaison
Organization updates
A. Harford County Office of Economic Development
B. Bel Air Downtown Alliance
Old Business
A. Maryland District Court proposed relocation
New Business
A. Annual Awards
1. Date of Event
2. Selection of architect to review Archer-Bull eligible projects
Other
A. Miscellaneous/Open discussion
Closed Session
A. This meeting will be closed under the provisions of the Maryland Open Meetings
Act General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1) to discuss nominations and make
recommendations for the Bel Air Annual Awards
B. Topics of Discussion
i. To review Archer-Bull Award eligible projects
ii. To review Business of the Year nominees and select a recommendation
to present to the Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
37 N. Main Street + Bel Air, Maryland 21014 « Phone: 410-838-0584 » www.belairmd.org
C. Reasons for Closed-Session Discussion of Above Topics
i, Because public discussion of no …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026
Tree Committee
El Comité de Árboles de Bel Air revisa el plan de trabajo forestal y analiza futuros proyectos de plantación.
El Comité de Árboles de la Ciudad de Bel Air llevará a cabo una reunión de discusión el 10 de junio de 2026, en 705 E. Churchville Road. Los miembros continuarán revisando el plan de trabajo del Programa de Silvicultura Comunitaria 2026 y discutirán los proyectos de plantación de árboles propuestos que están programados desde el otoño de 2026 hasta el otoño de 2029. La agenda también incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 13 de mayo de 2026.
- Revisión y aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 13 de mayo de 2026
- Continuación de la revisión del plan de trabajo del Programa de Silvicultura Comunitaria 2026
- Discusión de los proyectos de plantación de árboles planificados para el otoño de 2026 hasta el otoño de 2029
- Ubicación de la reunión: Oficina de Planificación y Desarrollo Comunitario en 705 E. Churchville Road
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENTS OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING [410] 638-4540
705 E, CHURCHVILLE ROAD PUBLIC WoRKS [410] 638-4545
BEL AIR, MARYLAND 21014 Fax: [410] 838-0775
www.belairmd.org
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
Paula S. Etting Michael S. Bayer
Os Steven T. Chizmar DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Jakob D. Taylor Stephen D. Kline
Gavin D. Hanley
Kristien S. Foss
June 3, 2026
Town of Bel Air - Tree Committee Members
39 N. Hickory Avenue
Bel Air, Maryland 21014
RE: Tree Committee Meeting
The next discussion meeting of the Town of Bel Air Tree Committee will be June 10, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at
the Planning and Community Development Office at 705 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD 21014.
The proposed agenda is as follows:
I Administrative Matters:
A. Review and approval of May 13, 2026, Minutes.
I. Old Business:
A. Tree City USA Plan:
i. Continuation of the review for the Town of Bel Air Community Forestry
Program’s 2026 Work Plan, incorporating feedback discussed in prior meetings.
Ill. New Business:
A. Potential Tree Planting Projects
i. Review and discussion of the Town of Bel Air Tree Planting Projects, as outlined
for the period between Fall 2026 and Fall 2029.
IV. Adjournment:
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or scheduling problems prior to the meeting. If
you are unable to attend, please let us know-at your earliest convenience.
Respectfully,
Wagar Sha!
Deputy Director of Planning & Community Development
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
Board of Town Commissioners
Comisionados discutirán la prohibición de centros de datos, tarifas de alcantarillado y casos legales en sesión cerrada
En esta sesión de trabajo, la Junta de Comisionados del Pueblo discutirá la compra de laptops Dell y software de ciberseguridad Barracuda, y revisará una agenda tentativa para la reunión municipal del 22 de junio que incluye audiencias públicas sobre la prohibición de centros de datos (Ordenanza 861-26), la enmienda de las tarifas de alcantarillado (Ordenanza 862-26), enmiendas al presupuesto del año fiscal 2026 y cambios en el programa de tarifas. La junta también entrará en sesión cerrada para discutir asesoría legal sobre dos casos judiciales pendientes y posibles nombramientos para la posición vacante de Administrador del Pueblo.
- Compra de computadoras Dell Pro Max 16 Laptop Computers
- Compra de Barracuda Backup and Email Protection
- Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 861-26 que prohíbe los centros de datos en Bel Air
- Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 862-26 que modifica la determinación de las tarifas de servicio de alcantarillado
- Sesión cerrada para discutir asesoría legal sobre dos casos de la corte de circuito y el nombramiento del Administrador del Pueblo
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✓ Decidido: Bel Air commissioners approve $15,828 laptop purchase and $39,489 data protection contracts
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners held a work session and approved two purchases: ten Dell Pro Max 16 laptops for $15,828.20 and Barracuda backup/email protection services for $39,488.92. Both motions passed 5-0. The board also set a tentative agenda for the June 22 town meeting, including public hearings on a data center prohibition ordinance, sewer rate changes, FY26 budget amendments with employee bonuses, and fee schedule changes.
- Approved $15,828.20 purchase of ten Dell Pro Max 16 laptops (5-0)
- Approved $39,488.92 purchase of Barracuda backup and email protection (5-0)
- Approved agenda for the work session (5-0)
- Moved to closed session for legal advice and personnel discussion (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:03 pm
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Work Session Meeting Agenda
Monday, June 8, 2026, at 5:15 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
YouTube Live Stream
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. NEW BUSINESS
a. Purchase of Dell Pro Max 16 Laptop Computers
b. Purchase of Barracuda Backup and Email Protection
5. TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR TOWN MEETING (June 22, 2026, at 7:00 PM, Bel Air Town Hall)
a. Public Hearings
i. Ordinance 861-26 Prohibiting Data Centers in the Town of Bel Air
ii. Ordinance 862-26 Amending Bel Air Town Code Chapter 397. Sewers Article I.
Sewers and Sewage Disposal § 397-18A Sewer service rate determination -
Rates for Sewer Service
iii. Resolution 1273-26 Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendments (and the employee
bonus proposal)
iv. Resolution 1274-26 Town Fee Schedule Amendments
b. New Business
i. Resolution 1275-26 Park Manor Condominium Trash Collection Deed of
Easement
ii. Contract for Purchase of Bituminous Concrete (Asphalt)
6. COMMISSIONER LIAISON REPORTS
7. STAFFING UPDATE
a. Review Term Expiration Dates of Boards, Committees and Commissions
8. CALENDAR
9. MISCELLANEOUS
a. Commissioners Vehicles for Independence Day Parade
b. Fiscal Year 2028 Parks & Recreation Capital Improvement Budget Requests
10. STAFF COMMENTS
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11. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS
12. CLOSED SESSION
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MINUTES
BEL AIR BOARD OF TOWN COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION MEETING
JUNE 8, 2026
The Board of Town Commissioners Work Session MeeƟng was held on June 8, 2026, at 5:15 pm.
PRESENT:
IN ATTENDANCE:
Commissioner Paula S. Etting, Chair
Commissioner Steven T. Chizmar
Commissioner Kristien S. Foss
Commissioner Gavin O. Hanley
Commissioner Jakob D. Taylor
David Anderson, Media & Public Relations Specialist
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning
Rachel Deaner, Director of Finance
Stephen Kline, Director of Public Works
Michael Krantz, Director of HR & Administration
Charles Moore, Chief of Police
Elizabeth Thompson, Town Counsel
Stephanie White, Grants Coordinator
Jane Sudbrink, Recording Secretary
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Eƫng called the meeƟng to order at 5:15 pm and read the roll call of commissioners.
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Hanley moƟoned to approve the agenda. Commissioner Taylor seconded the moƟon.
Chair Eƫng asked for a vote on the agenda. Ayes: Commissioners Foss, Chizmar, Taylor, Hanley, Eƫng.
Nays: None. MoƟon carried 5–0.
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. Purchase of Dell Pro Max 16 Laptop Computers
Mr. Krantz said that the board is able to vote during work session meeƟngs for purchases when a
quorum is present. He said this contract is for the purchase of ten Dell Pro Max 16 laptops. He said the
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Planning Commission
La Comisión de Planificación revisará el plan de uso mixto de Harford Mall Fase VI
La Comisión de Planificación de Bel Air se reunirá el 4 de junio de 2026 para revisar un desarrollo especial, un plan de sitio y un plan de paisajismo para Harford Mall Fase VI, que propone tres edificios con un total de 69,524+/- pies cuadrados e infraestructura para convertir el centro comercial existente en un centro de uso mixto. La comisión también revisará la Ordenanza No. 861-26, que prohibiría los centros de datos en la ciudad. Además, la comisión aprobará las actas de su reunión del 2 de abril de 2026.
- Revisión de desarrollo especial, plan de sitio y plan de paisajismo para Harford Mall Fase VI: tres edificios con un total de 69,524+/- sf e infraestructura asociada para la conversión de uso mixto
- Revisión de la Ordenanza No. 861-26 que prohíbe los centros de datos
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 2 de abril de 2026
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✓ Decidido: Planning Commission approves Harford Mall Phase VI site plan with conditions
The Planning Commission approved the Harford Mall Phase VI site plan, landscape plan, and special development for a mixed-use center, all with conditions. The project includes three buildings totaling 43,209 square feet and associated infrastructure. The commission also reviewed Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting hyperscale data centers and expressed support for it as written. The April 2, 2026 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.
- Approved April 2, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Harford Mall Phase VI site plan with 14 conditions (unanimous)
- Approved Harford Mall Phase VI landscape plan with 12 conditions (unanimous)
- Approved special development for mixed-use at Harford Mall (unanimous)
- Reviewed Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting hyperscale data centers; members expressed support as written
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENTS OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING [410] 638-4540
705 E. CHURCHVILLE ROAD PUBLIC WORKS [410] 638-4545
BEL AIR, MARYLAND 21014 Fax: [410] 838-0775
www.belairmd.org
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
ay Paula S. Etting Michael S. Bayer
es E Steven T. Chizmar DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Jakob D. Taylor Stephen D. Kline
Gavin D. Hanley
Kristien S. Foss
May 27, 2026
Bel Air Planning Commission
39 N. Hickory Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Commissioners:
The Bel Air Planning Commission will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday,
June 4, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Avenue. You can view the proposed
request by accessing this link. Public comment will be accepted, as directed by the Planning
Commission Chair.
The agenda is as follows:
i Administrative Matters
A. Approval of Minutes — April 2, 2026
B. Review Ord. No. 861-26 Prohibiting Data Centers
IL. New Business
A. Review a Special Development, Site Plan and Landscape Plan for Harford
Mall Phase VI for the development of three buildings with a total 69,524 +/-
sf and the associated infrastructure of the existing shopping center into a
Mixed-Use center submitted by Harford Mall Business Trust.
If you are unable to attend, please let the Department of Planning & Community
Development know as soon as possible.
Sincerely,
Michael S. Bayer, AICP
Director of Planning & Community Development
ce: Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Michael Krants, Interim Town A …
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MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
JUNE 4, 2026
The meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order at 6:00 PM on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at
Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD 21014.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
James C. Hynes, Jr., Chair
Peter Schlehr, Vice Chair
Phil Raub
Jeffrey Stamm
Gary Webb
IN ATTENDANCE:
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning
Waqar Shah, Deputy Director of Planning
Steve Chizmar, Town Commissioner
Elizabeth Thompson, Town Counsel
Heather Walls, Recording Secretary
I.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER
A.
Approval of Meeting Minutes – April 2, 2026
Mr. Hynes called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
He announced it was Mr. Raub’s final meeting with the Planning Commission and said
he will be missed.
Mr. Hynes asked for changes or corrections to the minutes from April 2, 2026. There
were no corrections.
Mr. Raub moved to approve the April 2, 2026 minutes. Mr. Schlehr seconded. All in
favor; motion carried.
B.
Review Ordinance No. 861-26 Prohibiting Data Centers
Mr. Bayer introduced Ordinance 861-26 to the Planning Commission. He said he wanted
to make sure they were familiar with it and to see if they had any comments on it. The
Ordinance pertains to prohibiting Data Centers in the Town of Bel Air. They will be listed
as a prohibited use. They added a definition of what a Data Center is, based on how it is
defined in other jurisdictions. Mr. Hynes mentioned that the County Council will be
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Board of Town Commissioners
Comisionados de la ciudad votarán sobre ordenanza de tarifas de alcantarillado, presupuesto y cambios en las tasas
La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y considerará tres asuntos fiscales: la Ordenanza 862-26 que modifica las tarifas del servicio de alcantarillado, la Resolución 1273-26 para enmiendas al presupuesto del año fiscal 2026, y la Resolución 1274-26 que actualiza el programa de tasas de la ciudad. La junta también votará sobre un paquete de accesorios para una camioneta de la división de investigación policial y un vehículo de patrulla. Se ha programado una sesión cerrada para discutir la vacante del puesto de Administrador de la Ciudad.
- Ordenanza 862-26 que modifica la determinación de la tarifa del servicio de alcantarillado (audiencia pública)
- Resolución 1273-26 - Enmiendas al Presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2026 (audiencia pública)
- Resolución 1274-26 - Enmiendas al Programa de Tasas de la Ciudad (audiencia pública)
- Paquete de accesorios para la camioneta de la Criminal Investigation Division y un vehículo de patrulla
- Sesión cerrada para discutir posibles nombramientos para el puesto vacante de Administrador de la Ciudad
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✓ Decidido: Board approves sewer rate hike, budget amendments, and police vehicle upgrades
The Board approved a 7.4% sewer rate increase, received budget amendments including a dividend bonus plan, and accepted a contract for police vehicle accessory packages. All items passed 5-0.
- Approved 7.4% sewer rate increase (effective July 25, 2026)
- Received budget amendments for FY 2026 (5-0)
- Received fee schedule amendments (5-0)
- Accepted police vehicle accessory package contract ($16,047.55) (5-0)
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes from May 12 and May 18 meetings (5-0)
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Town Hall Mee�ng Agenda
June 1, 2026, at 7:00 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
YouTube Live Stream
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6. PRESENTATIONS
a. Introduc�on of Miss Bel Air 2026, Tiara Kitelberger, and Miss Bel Air Teen 2026, Evelyn
Brush, by Gabrielle Kerby Brady for the Bel Air Independence Day Commitee
b. Cer�ficates of Recogni�on for Semi-Finalists from Bel Air for the “If I Were Mayor” Essay
Contest
c. Historic Preserva�on Commission Poster Contest Results for Homestead-Wakefield
Elementary School
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Ordinance 862-26 Amending Bel Air Town Code Chapter 397. Sewers Ar�cle I. Sewers and
Sewage Disposal § 397-18A Sewer service rate determina�on - Rates for Sewer Service
i. Public Comment
b. Resolu�on 1273-26 Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendments
i. Public Comment
c. Resolu�on 1274-26 Town Fee Schedule Amendments
i. Public Comment
d. Accessory Package for Criminal Inves�ga�on Division Van and a Patrol Vehicle
i. Public Comment
8. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
9. PUBLIC COMMENTS
10. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS
11. CLOSED SESSION
a. This por�on of the mee�ng will be closed under the provisions of the Maryland Open
Mee�ngs Act General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1).
b. Topics of Discussion
i. To discuss poten�al appointments to the vacant Town Administrator posi�on.
c. Reasons for Closed-Ses …
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Thu May 28, 2026
Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need
El Comité discutirá la falta de AED en viviendas para personas mayores y escuchará una presentación de la alianza del centro
El Comité de Personas Mayores y Ciudadanos con Necesidades considerará asuntos nuevos, incluyendo una presentación de Jenny Erhard de la Bel Air Downtown Alliance y una discusión sobre la falta de desfibriladores externos automáticos (AED) en las viviendas para personas mayores. Las actualizaciones de asuntos antiguos incluyen el presupuesto del condado y un memorando de la Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad, así como una actualización de la subvención de AARP. El comité también votará sobre las actas de la reunión anterior.
- Presentación de Jenny Erhard, Bel Air Downtown Alliance
- Discusión sobre viviendas para personas mayores que no cuentan con Desfibriladores Externos Automáticos (AED)
- Actualización del presupuesto del condado/memorando de la Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad
- Actualización de la subvención de AARP
- Comentarios de las partes interesadas del Comité de Desarrollo Económico y Comunitario
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✓ Decidido: Committee discusses downtown accessibility, AARP grant, AED training
The Bel Air Committee for Seniors and Citizens in Need met on May 28, 2026, and approved the prior meeting's minutes unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates and discussions, including a presentation from the Bel Air Downtown Alliance on accessibility and events, a status update on an AARP grant, and a conversation about requiring AED training in senior housing. The next meeting is set for June 25, 2026.
- Approved April 23, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
MARYLAND
39 N. Hickory Avenue ∙ Bel Air, MD 21014
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Steven T. Chizmar
Paula S. Etting
Kristien S. Foss
Gavin O. Hanley
Jakob D. Taylor
Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need Agenda
May 28, 2026 at 8:30am
Location: Police Community Room
1. Welcome and Introductions
2. Review the Agenda
3. Vote & Approval of the Minutes
4. Old Business
a. County budget/ Town Board of Commissioners memo update
b. AARP grant update
5. New Business
a. Jenny Erhard, Bel Air Downtown Alliance presentation
i. Committee discussion
b. Senior housing not having Automated External Defibrillator’s (AED)
6. Stakeholder Comments:
a. Economic & Community Development Committee Updates
7. Confirm next meeting: June 25, 2026
8. Adjourn
Administration 410-638-4550
410-879-2711
Administration Fax 410-879-9225
www.belairmd.org
Thu May 28, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Solicitud de renovación de una escuela secundaria histórica de la comunidad afroamericana ante la comisión
La Comisión de Preservación Histórica de Bel Air llevará a cabo su reunión regular el 28 de mayo de 2026. El tema principal es una solicitud de aprobación para renovaciones exteriores —revestimiento, puertas, pintura y escaleras traseras— para la antigua Bel Air Black (Colored) High School en 205 Hays Street. La comisión también aprobará las actas de abril y discutirá el alcance comunitario de America250 y un concurso de carteles.
- HA-1413: Solicitud de aprobación de renovación exterior para la Bel Air Black (Colored) High School en 205 Hays Street (revestimiento, puertas, pintura, escaleras traseras)
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 23 de abril de 2026
- Discusión sobre el alcance comunitario de America250
- Discusión sobre las entradas del concurso de carteles
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✓ Decidido: Historic Preservation Commission approved 205 Hays St renovation with door condition
The commission approved the HA-1413 application for exterior renovations at 205 Hays Street, requiring that the existing doors be retained and repaired. The motion was moved by Mainster-Hanna, seconded by Burdette, and passed unanimously. Approval of the April 23 meeting minutes was postponed due to a lack of quorum.
- Approved HA-1413 exterior renovation at 205 Hays Street; doors must be retained and repaired (unanimous)
- Postponed approval of April 23, 2026 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum
- Adjourned meeting at 7:00 p.m. (unanimous)
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENTS OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS
705 E. CHURCHVILLE ROAD
BEL AIR, MARYLAND 21014
www.belairmd.org
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Paula S. Etting
Steven T. Chizmar
Jakob D. Taylor
Gavin D. Hanley
Kristien S. Foss
May 21, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
39 N. Hickory Avenue
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Member:
PLANNING [410] 638-4540
PUBLIC WoRKS [410] 638-4545
FAX: [410] 838-0775
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
Michael S. Bayer
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS.
Stephen D. Kline
The Bel Air Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 6:00
p.m. at Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD. The following items will be discussed:
I. Administrative Matters
a. Approval of meeting minutes from April 23, 2026
Il. New Business
a. HA-1413—Bel Air Black (Colored) High Schoo] at 205 Hays Street
i. Request for approval of exterior renovations — siding, doors, paint, stairs in rear
II. Other Business
a. America250 Community Outreach
b. Poster Contest Entries
If you are unable to attend, please let us know at your earliest convenience.
Respectfully submitted,
Prana) » Fonca- Prachi
Laura M. Bianca-Pruett
Planner II, Planning and Community Development
cc: Michael Krantz, Interim Town Administrator
Michael Bayer, Director of Planning
Gavin Hanley, Town Commissioner
Applicants
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MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
May 28 , 202 6
The regularly scheduled meeting for the Historic Preservation Commission was held on Thursday, May
28 , 202 6 , at 6:00 p.m. at the at the Bel Air Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Joseph Wojciechowski, Chair
Sean Henderson Campbell, Vice Chair
Jennifer Mainster-Hanna
Stephen Burdette
IN ATTENDANCE: Laura Bianca-Pruett , Planner, Planning Department
Gavin O. Hanley, Town Commissioner
Nicole Ribakow, Recording Secretary
ABSENT: Paul Edmeades
Brian Payne
Liliana Norkaitis
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Wojciechowski called the meeting to order at 6:0 2 PM. The agenda was adjusted to prioritize
guest business , starting with the application for 205 Hays Street request for approval of exterior
renovations.
II. NEW BUSINESS
a. HA-1413 – Bel Air Black (Colored) High School at 205 Hays Street
i. Request for approval of exterior renovations – siding, doors, paint, stairs in rear
Ms. Bianca-Pruett r ead from the staff report . The applicant is propos ing to replace m ultiple
items on the building including the rear platform and stairs , two single door s, the front double doors ,
damaged siding , and the plywood between the windows . They will also repaint the building.
Mr. Wojciechowski asked the applicant for s om e clarification on the doors . Mr. Schnieder said
they planned to replace the double doors with a single door. Mr. Wojciechowski said that in the past , the
HPC has been stringent on replacin …
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Wed May 27, 2026
Board of Town Commissioners
La Junta considerará la enmienda de las reglas de tarifas de servicio de alcantarillado en la Ordenanza 862-26
La Junta de Comisionados del Pueblo de Bel Air discutirá varios temas durante la sesión de trabajo del 27 de mayo. Las acciones clave incluyen la enmienda del código municipal sobre las tarifas de servicio de alcantarillado, la aprobación de cambios en el presupuesto y el programa de tarifas para el año fiscal 2026, y la autorización de un paquete de vehículos para la División de Investigación Criminal. La reunión también incluye reconocimientos comunitarios para un concurso de ensayos y un concurso de pósteres de preservación histórica.
- Ordenanza 862-26 que enmienda el Capítulo 397 del Código Municipal, § 397-18A determinación de la tarifa de servicio de alcantarillado
- Resolución 1273-26 que propone enmiendas al presupuesto del año fiscal 2026
- Resolución 1274-26 que propone enmiendas al programa de tarifas municipales
- Paquete de accesorios para la camioneta y el vehículo de patrulla de la Criminal Investigation Division
- Certificados de Reconocimiento para los semifinalistas en el concurso de ensayos “If I Were Mayor”
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✓ Decidido: Board approves agenda (5‑0) and moves June work session to June 8
The commissioners approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5‑0). They also agreed to reschedule the June work session from June 9 to June 8 at 5:15 pm. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.
- Approved agenda (5‑0)
- Moved work session to June 8 (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Work Session Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 5:15 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
YouTube Live Stream
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR TOWN MEETING (June 1, 2026, at 7:00 PM, Bel Air Town Hall)
a. Presentations
i. Certificates of Recognition for Semi-Finalists from Bel Air for the “If I Were
Mayor” Essay Contest
ii. Historic Preservation Commission Poster Contest Results for Homestead-
Wakefield Elementary School
b. New Business
i. Ordinance 862-26 Amending Bel Air Town Code Chapter 397. Sewers Article I.
Sewers and Sewage Disposal § 397-18A Sewer service rate determination -
Rates for Sewer Service
ii. Resolution 1273-26 for Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendments
iii. Resolution 1274-26 Town Fee Schedule Amendments
iv. Accessory Package for Criminal Investigation Division Van and a Patrol Vehicle
5. COMMISSIONER LIAISON REPORTS
6. STAFFING UPDATE
a. Review Term Expiration Dates of Boards, Committees and Commissions
7. CALENDAR
8. MISCELLANEOUS
9. STAFF COMMENTS
10. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS
11. ADJOURNMENT
Wed May 20, 2026
Cultural Arts Commission
La Comisión seleccionará una escultura para Atwood-Marketplace y revisará patrocinios de arte público
La Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission llevará a cabo su reunión mensual para aprobar las actas de abril, revisar los presupuestos de marketing y arte público, y discutir asuntos pendientes que incluyen a los voluntarios de remoción de la America 250 Student Art Exhibit y un evento de historia viva. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen la selección de una escultura para el proyecto Atwood-Marketplace, la revisión de solicitudes de patrocinio de arte público de 10 West Salon y BAHS Little Free Art Gallery, y la consideración de una placa para la Plumtree Park Little Free Library. La comisión también recibirá actualizaciones sobre la Town of Bel Air, el A&E District y el Bel Air Farmers' Market.
- Aprobación de las actas del 15 de abril de 2026
- Revisión de presupuesto para marketing/patrocinio de eventos y arte público
- Voluntarios de remoción de la America 250 Student Art Exhibit y Living History Event
- Selección para la escultura de Atwood-Marketplace
- Revisión/Patrocinio de Arte Público — 10 West Salon y BAHS Little Free Art Gallery
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✓ Decidido: CAC allocates $450 for America 250 event and declines $27,500 mural sponsorship
The Cultural Arts Commission approved a $450 allocation for an October America 250 living history performance and authorized a $45 plaque for the Plumtree Park Little Free Library. The commission declined a $27,500 sponsorship request for a mural at 10 West Salon, providing design feedback instead. Members reviewed current marketing and public art budgets, leaving a combined balance of $2,175.23 for future community art projects.
- Approved April 15 meeting minutes (regular and closed sessions)
- Allocated $450 from FY27 budget for Colleen Webster’s America 250 performance
- Approved $45 quote for a new Plumtree Park Little Free Library plaque
- Declined $27,500 sponsorship request for a 10 West Salon mural
- Reviewed FY26 marketing and public art budgets, leaving $2,175.23 combined
- Discussed BAHS Little Free Art Gallery proposal; suggested redirecting student artwork to Armory Marketplace
- Scheduled volunteer appreciation dinner for June 17 at 5:30 p.m. using $519.69 in funds
- Noted FY27 town budget passage and summer concert series start date
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TOWN OF BEL AIR
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
37 N. Main Street * Bel Air, MD 21014 Phone: 410-838-0584
www.belairmd.org E-mail: economicdevelopment@belairmd.org
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Steven T. Chizmar ‘Angela Robertson
Paula S, Erting
Kristien S. Foss
Gavin O. Hanley
Jakob D. Taylor
May 12, 2026
Cultural Arts Commission Members
37 North Main Street
Bel Air, MD 21014
Dear Member:
The Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission will hold its monthly public meeting on Wednesday, May 20,
2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the second-floor conference room of the Bel Air Reckord Armory, 37 North Main
Street, Bel Air.
The agenda is as follows:
L Administrative Matters
A. Approval of Minutes — April 15, 2026
B. Budget Review
i. Marketing / Event Sponsorship
ii, Public Art
I. Unfinished Business
A. America 250 Student Art Exhibit — Removal Volunteers
B. America 250 Living History Event — Colleen Webster
C. FY26 Public Art Project Discussion
i. Selection for Atwood-Marketplace Sculpture
ii. Hearts of Harford Maintenance — Update
I. New Business
A. Public Art Review/Sponsorship — 10 West Salon
B. Public Art Review/Sponsorship — BAHS Little Free Art Gallery
C. Plaque for Plumtree Park Little Free Library
D. Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
IV. Town Updates
i. Town of Bel Air
A&E District
iii. Bel Air Farmers’ Market
Please advise the Economic Development Department whether or not you are able to attend.
Sincerely, .
KA 7
Ciba
Cat Butrim
Economic Developme …
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Mon May 18, 2026
Board of Town Commissioners
La Junta de Bel Air revisa el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 y propone la prohibición de centros de datos
La Junta de Comisionados de la Ciudad de Bel Air llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto tentativo para el año fiscal 2027 y votará sobre el presupuesto final del año fiscal 2027, el cual establece los gastos y las tasas de impuestos de la ciudad. La junta también considerará la Ordenanza 861-26, que prohibiría los centros de datos en la ciudad y cambiaría las reglas locales de uso de suelo. Los artículos adicionales incluyen contratos para reparaciones de calles y el techo de un edificio recreativo, y el nombramiento de Rachel Deaner como directora de finanzas. La reunión concluirá con una sesión para discutir litigios pendientes y un asunto de personal.
- Audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto tentativo del año fiscal 2027 (Resolución 1268-26)
- Aprobación final del presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 (Resolución 1271-26)
- Ordenanza 861-26 para prohibir los centros de datos en Bel Air
- Contratos para reparaciones de aceras y reemplazo del techo del edificio recreativo
- Nombramiento de Rachel Deaner como Directora de Finanzas
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✓ Decidido: Board received Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting data centers (5‑0 vote)
The Board approved the meeting agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously. Commissioners then voted 5‑0 to receive Ordinance 861-26, which bans data centers within Bel Air town limits, and scheduled a public hearing on the ordinance for June 22, 2026.
- Approved agenda (5‑0)
- Approved minutes from April‑May 2026 meetings (5‑0)
- Received Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting data centers (5‑0)
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Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners
Town Hall Mee�ng Agenda
May 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM
Bel Air Town Hall
39 N. Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
YouTube Live Stream
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6. PRESENTATIONS
a. Proclama�on for Historic Preserva�on Month
b. Historic Preserva�on Commission Poster Contest Results
7. PUBLIC HEARING
a. Resolu�on 1268-26 Fiscal Year 2027 Tenta�ve Budget
8. NEW BUSINESS
a. Ordinance 861-26 Prohibi�ng Data Centers in the Town of Bel Air
i. Public Comment
b. Resolu�on 1271-26 Fiscal Year 2027 Final Budget
i. Public Comment
c. Resolu�on 1272-26 Appointment of Rachel Deaner as Finance Director
i. Public Comment
d. Sidewalk Trip Hazard Removal Contract
i. Public Comment
e. Bituminous Concrete Street Resurfacing at Various Loca�ons within the Town of Bel Air
i. Public Comment
f. Recrea�on Building Roof Replacement Contract
i. Public Comment
g. Harford County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) No�ce of Intent
i. Public Comment
h. Harford County - Town of Bel Air Sewer Service Agreement Addendum
i. Public Comment
i. Check Signing Policy Amendments
i. Public Comment
9. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
10. PUBLIC COMMENTS
11. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS
12. CLOSED SESSION
a. This por�on of the mee�ng will be closed under the provisions of the Maryland Open
Mee�ngs Act General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1), (7) and (8).
b. Topics of Disc …
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