Mark Cox

Countywide data center prohibition (Text Amendment 26-31)

Staff identified no direct fiscal impact so far, but data centers elsewhere on the grid could drive up residents' electric bills.

Reversal of Industrial II rezoning near Calvert Cliffs

The plant contributes roughly $21 million a year in local taxes.

Data Center Zoning Conditions (Text Amendment #26-23)

County officials say no direct fiscal impact for the county; the bigger question is whether data center load pressures residents' electric bills.

Permitting and bond calculation frustrations

Permit fees are due at application, and faster reviews could save homeowners contractor time and carrying costs on their projects.

FY 2027 County Budget and School Funding

The FY2027 budget sets spending on every county service; the commissioners' recommended version shapes any tax or fee changes.

Domestic violence services and awareness

$277,500 requested from the county; total FY 2027 budget of $926,250.

Property tax relief for FY 2028

A five-cent cut would reduce recurring revenue by roughly $8 million a year.

Water and Sewer Comprehensive Plan December 2025 Update

Ratepayers could face higher bills if growth assumptions in the rate model don't materialize.

Zoning Ordinance text amendments TA 26-25 through TA 26-30

Staff report says none.

Board of Appeals litigation and appointments

Owner Johnny Gott testified he has roughly $2.5 million invested, pays $13,000 monthly in base tap fees, and estimates $4-5 million in spending to vest before September 2027.

Child care property tax credit (HB 389)

No direct county cost; both operators fund their own improvements like parking and classrooms.

Marley Run buffer amendment

Not specified in the provided materials.

911 addressing accuracy and the change-of-address appeal

The homeowner faces costs to update his address; the county says misrouted 911 calls could cost far more in delayed emergency response.

Old Anchor Farm intrafamily lot removal request

The owners must buy five TDRs or pay the equivalent into the county's Purchase and Retirement fund to get a two-year head start on selling.

Critical Area clearing and replanting relief

Longer, more detailed hearings and orders mean more staff and applicant time and cost per case going forward.

Buy Local Week

None directly; supports the local ag economy.

2026 bond sale and capital funding

About $78.7 million borrowed, with an estimated 4.66% interest cost repaid over 15 to 25 years.

Opioid class action litigation and settlement

Settlement terms discussed in closed session; potential funds not yet quantified.

Aquifer sustainability and saltwater intrusion

Residents whose wells run dry face considerable expense drilling deeper into the aquifer beneath the Aquia.

Armory Site Development pavilion funding

Adds $176,541 in grant money to the project with no local tax impact.

Approval of agenda as printed

Adoption of summary of actions for September 16, 2026 meetings

Approval of 2027 Planning Commission regular meeting schedule

Adjournment

Motion to find the plan inconsistent with the comprehensive plan

Recommendation to adopt the Water and Sewer Comprehensive Plan December 2025 Update, with conditions

Text Amendment 26-25 — Electronic message centers at public recreation areas

Text Amendment 26-26 — Exception lot sunset extension

Text Amendment 26-27 — Critical area clearing replacement planting

Text Amendment 26-28 — Home occupations, daycares and kennels

Text Amendment 26-29 — Agricultural Preservation District regulations

Text Amendment 26-30 — Dunkirk Town Center setbacks

Agricultural Preservation Rules and Regulations — public hearing

Consent agenda (23 items)

GIS licensing contract with ESRI

Calvert Library Memorandum of Agreement

Department of Planning & Zoning: Request for Recertification of Development Options for APD 89-15

Department of Parks & Recreation: Hallowing Point Park Basketball Court Renovation Local Parks and Playgrounds Infrastructure Grant Budget Amendment

Department of Public Works: Annual Report for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System Permit

Department of Community Resources: Fiscal Year 2027 Home Visiting Hybrid Program for High-Risk Moms Agreement

Hance motion — text amendments apply without grandfathering, no fast-tracking

close meeting

Motion to close meeting / enter executive session