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February 10, 2026
The County Commissioners of Queen Anne’s County met this date pursuant to its last
adjournment and there were present:
James J. Moran
Jack N. Wilson, Jr.
Patrick McLaughlin (Via Zoom)
Philip L. Dumenil
Christopher M. Corchiarino
CLOSED SESSION:
Pursuant to State Government Law Section 3-305(b)(1) to discuss the appointment,
employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation,
or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom this public body has
jurisdiction; or any other personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals; “The
County Commissioners held a Closed Session on a motion of Commissioner Dumenil, seconded
by Commissioner Wilson, at 5:10 p.m. in The Office of the County Commissioners, The Liberty
Building, 107 N. Liberty Street, Centreville, Maryland.” The Board adjourned in Closed Session
at 5:34 p.m. Those in attendance were Mr. Todd Mohn, P.E., County Administrator, and Mrs.
Stephanie Jarrell, Executive Assistant to the County Commissioners and Administrator.
The Board discussed Personnel.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 5:36 p.m.
MINUTES:
On a motion made by Commissioner Wilson, seconded by Commissioner Dumenil, the
Board unanimously agreed to approve the agenda for the current meeting, the Regular Minutes of
January 13, 2026, the Closed Session Minutes and the Sanitary Minutes of January 13, 2026.
LEGISLATIVE:
2011 COMPREHENSIVE WATER AND SEWERAGE PLAN AMENDMENT 11-26 –
INFORMATIONAL MEETING:
The Town of Centreville - The Town seeks a text amendment to revise or replace the
current requirement on the ownership of lands used to spray irrigate treated wastewater effluent.
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Currently, the Plan requires land used by a municipal government for effluent disposal to be owned
in fee simple. The Town requested this provision be modified or replaced to allow for spray
irrigation on “leased agricultural land and, where appropriate, public green space (e.g. parks and
athletic fields)”.
A public hearing has been scheduled for February 24, 2026, at 5:40pm.
COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 26-01 – TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNAL MONITORING
SYSTEMS:
Commissioner Corchiarino introduced County Ordinance No. 26-01 for Traffic Control
Signal Monitoring Systems.
A BILL ENTITLED AN ACT CONCERNING Traffic Control Signal Monitoring Systems (Red
Light Cameras) in Queen Anne’s County FOR THE PURPOSE of authorizing Traffic Control
Signal Monitoring Systems (Red Light Cameras) in Queen Anne’s County; providing definitions;
providing for operation and administration of such systems; providing for trial requirements, civil
penalties, and defenses and adjudication; providing for the use and confidentiality of recorded
images; and generally authorizing and regulating the use of Traffic Control Signal Monitoring
Systems (Red Light Cameras) in Queen Anne’s County;
A public hearing will be scheduled for March 10th.
COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 26-02 - SPEED MONITORING SYSTEMS:
Commissioner Moran introduced County Ordinance No. 26-02 for Speed Monitoring
Systems.
A BILL ENTITLED AN ACT CONCERNING Speed Monitoring Systems in Queen Anne’s
County; FOR THE PURPOSE of authorizing the use of Speed Monitoring Systems in Queen
Anne’s County; providing for the locations of such systems; providing procedures for activating
such systems; providing for the issuance of warnings for the first 30 days after activation of such
systems; providing for hours of operation of such systems; providing authorization to acquire and
use such systems and to enter into agreements for the furnishing of such systems; providing for
the imposition and payment of civil penalties for citations issued as a result of the use of Speed
Monitoring Systems; and generally authorizing and regulating Speed Monitoring Systems in
Queen Anne’s County;
A public hearing will be scheduled for March 10th.
PRESENTATIONS:
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FOR ALL SEASONS UPDATE – PROCLAMATION #26-04 HUMAN TRAFFICKING
AWARENESS:
Commissioner Wilson read Proclamation No. 26-04 for Human Trafficking Awareness
Month.
WHEREAS, nearly 25 million children, women, and men are trafficked and deprived of their
freedom, human rights, and dignity every year and, according to UMD School of Social Work,
there have been over 1,000 reports of Child Sex Trafficking screened by Maryland DSS CPS
screening units since 2013; and
WHEREAS, human trafficking is a serious problem on the Eastern Shore, whereby traffickers
use violence, threats, deception, and other manipulative tactics to force and coerce both young
people and adults, boys and girls, to engage in commercial sex acts or to provide labor against
their will; and
WHEREAS, human trafficking is among the fastest-growing criminal industry in the
world, second only to drug trafficking; and
WHEREAS, the State of Maryland has enacted comprehensive anti-human trafficking laws, with
a focus on criminal prosecution and victim support; and
WHEREAS, Queen Anne’s County recognizes the considerable moral and economic
harm of human trafficking to our communities, our states, and the nation, and recognizes
that bringing a greater awareness to this problem will help victims; and
WHEREAS, by bringing awareness to human trafficking within the Mid-Shore region of
Maryland, we bring victims hope, and work to secure the natural born freedoms all human beings
should enjoy; and
WHEREAS, Queen Anne’s County recognizes that increased public awareness and
education within our community will provide more opportunities to recognize and aid
in the fight against human trafficking; and
NOW, THEREFORE, WE, THE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF QUEEN ANNE’S
COUNTY, do hereby declare the month of January HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS
MONTH and urge all citizens to actively work toward the eradication of human trafficking.
YMCA UPDATE & ACTIVE AGING CENTER UPDATE:
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Mr. Robbie Gill, CEO, YMCA, presented an update to the Board. Some highlights were
their Enhanced Fitness Class and their Rock Steady Boxing Parkinsons Class.
PUBLIC SAFETY PEER SUPPORT PROGRAM:
Mrs. Beverly Churchill, Director, Human Resources, along with other staff from the
Department of Emergency Services presented to the Board the Public Safety Peer Support Program
Presentation.
The public safety community has developed a comprehensive Peer Support Program to
address the unique and growing mental health challenges faced by Volunteer Fire Departments,
the Office of the Sheriff, EMS, 911-Center, Detention Center, and the Centreville Police
Department (representing over 525 public safety personnel). The goals of the program are: (1)
development and training of a peer support group, (2) partnering with a third-party for timely and
reliable mental health support, and (3) providing 24/7 communication access to resources
including peer support across all public safety sectors. The estimated cost for this program for
February – June 2026 is $35,750. They have applied for a grant through CareFirst and are in the
process of applying for a Motorola grant for future annual funding. At this time, staff are
requesting support for the new Public Safety Peer Support Program and FY26 start-up funding
($35,750). Should the County be awarded one or more grants, this start-up funding will be applied
to the grant(s).
On a motion made by Commissioner Wilson, seconded by Commissioner Dumenil, the
Board unanimously agreed that Queen Anne’s County proceeds with implementation of the Public
Safety Peer Support Program to include $35,750 in start-up funding for FY26.
As part of the motion, Commissioner McLaughlin asked questions and/or made
comments on this topic.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
WEEKLY CORRESPONDENCE AND PRESENTATION OF DOCUMENTS FOR
SIGNATURE:
The Board reviewed various correspondence with Todd Mohn, County Administrator.
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS:
FY27 NOXIOUS WEED COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT:
Mr. Dave MacGlashan, Chief Property Manager, Dept of Public Works, submitted to the
Board the FY27 Noxious Weed Cooperative Agreement. This is the FY27
Cooperative Agreement between the Maryland Department of Agriculture and the County that
provides for cooperation in the control and eradication of noxious weeds. The County has a Weed
Control Coordinator, Weed Control Advisory Committee, Weed Control Equipment and an
adequate Operating Budget to meet the terms and conditions of this Cooperative Agreement.
On a motion made by Commissioner Wilson, seconded by Commissioner Corchiarino, the
Board unanimously agreed to execute the Cooperative Agreement with the Maryland Department
of Agriculture for FY27 Noxious Weed eradication and control.
As part of the motion, Commissioner Dumenil and Commissioner McLaughlin asked
questions and/or made comments on this topic.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
KENT ISLAND SENIOR CENTER STATE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT GRANT –
RIGHT OF RECOVERY NOTICE:
Mr. Lee Edgar, Chief of Engineering, Dept. of Public Works, submitted to the Board for
their approval the Kent Island Senior Center State Capital Improvement Grant – Right of Recovery
Notice.
The State Board of Public Works (BPW) approved a grant in the amount of $265,000 under
the Senior Citizens Activities Centers Capital Improvements Grant Program for replacement of
the building’s roofing system. As prescribed by the terms of the Program, the work was bid,
contracted and completed in advance of the Award. Approval by the BPW is conditioned upon
the recordation of a Notice of Right of Recovery instrument, which establishes the State of
Maryland’s right to recover grant funds should, within the next fifteen years, the Property be
transferred or cease to be operated as a senior citizens activities center. Receipt of this grant
funding reduces the County’s total out-of-pocket expense for the roof replacement from $581,155
to $316,155.
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On a motion made by Commissioner Dumenil, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, the
Board unanimously agreed that the Notice of Right of Recovery required by award of the Kent
Island Senior Center State Capital Improvement Grant be executed.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
SUDLERSVILLE SKEET CLUB AGREEMENT:
Mr. Shane Moore, Chief Roads Engineer, Dept. of Public Works, submitted to the Board
for their approval the Sudlersville Skeet Club Agreement.
The Sudlersville Skeet Club has a mission to “further youth and adult shooting sports, teach
and promote safety and enhance outdoor hunter safety”. The Skeet Club has been located at the
County’s closed Price Chapel Landfill on Duhamel Corner Road since 1998. The original Lease
Agreement was executed in January 1998 and terminates in 2048. The Skeet Club has been
investing and improving the property over the years and is now planning for major future capital
improvements. As such, they requested a new lease agreement to remove the 2048 termination
date. Recent improvements completed include: a new septic system, three additional trap fields,
outdoor lights, a pavilion and relocation of their clubhouse. They have a current project proposal
to construct a new clubhouse and want long-term security to use this property for their 100-plus
members.
On a motion made by Commissioner Wilson, seconded by Commissioner Dumenil, the
Board unanimously agreed to execute the new Sudlersville Skeet Club Agreement.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
DEED OF DEDICATION – KENT MANOR DRIVE:
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Mr. Shane Moore, Chief Roads Engineer, Dept. of Public Works, submitted to the Board
for their approval the Deed of Dedication for Kent Manor Drive.
This Deed of Dedication is for a Portion of the Thompson Creek Connector (MD Route 8
to the Kent Manor Drive). The aforementioned roadway has been completed to County Standards
and approved by staff for acceptance into the County’s Road Inventory. The Deed of Dedication
has been approved and signed by the County Attorney.
On a motion made by Commissioner Dumenil, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, the
Board unanimously agreed to execute the Thompson Creek Connector Deed of Dedication from
Md Route 8 to Kent Manor Drive.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
ACTION ITEMS:
OLD LOVE POINT PARK PLAYGROUND RESURFACING:
Mr. Steve Chandlee, Director, Parks and Recreation, submitted to the Board for their
approval the Old Love Point Park Playground Resurfacing.
The Department of Parks and Recreation requested authorization to contract with
Playground Specialist, Inc. to remove the existing playground flooring surface at Old Love Point
Park and replace it with a poured-in-place surface. The current playground surface consists of tiles
that are curling and separating at the seams throughout the playground, creating maintenance and
safety concerns. The proposed work will be completed utilizing Sourcewell Contract #010521-
LTS. Playground Specialist, Inc., located in Thurmont, Maryland, has provided a proposal in the
amount of $95,939. The funding shall come from Parks Playground Capital Project account.
On a motion made by Commissioner Dumenil, seconded by Commissioner Corchiarino,
the Board unanimously agreed to authorize the Department of Parks and Recreation to contract
with Playground Specialist, Inc. of Thurmont, Maryland, utilizing Sourcewell Contract #010521-
LTS, to remove the existing playground floor surface at Old Love Point Park and replace it with
poured-in-place surfacing for a total amount of $95,939.
Commissioners Yes No
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Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
WHITE MARSH COMFORT STATION:
Mr. Steve Chandlee, Director, Parks and Recreation, submitted to the Board for their
approval the White Marsh Comfort Station.
Parks and Recreation received sealed bids for the construction of a fully-plumbed comfort
station at White Marsh Park. They received 12 responsive bids ranging from $545,361 up to
$1,287,723. Harper & Sons, Inc. was the lowest responsive bidder to provide general contracting
services including site work and building construction. This firm is well-established in the region
and references from three past clients were all consistently positive. The Department has evaluated
all other aspects of their bid as responsive and responsible and is requesting approval to award the
contract to Harper & Sons, Inc. Once completed, the facility will consist of an ADA flush restroom
with men’s and women’s rooms (5 stalls, 1 urinal) and water fountain/bottle-fill station, serviced
by well and public sewer and centrally located near the baseball fields. The estimated completion
date for the project is September 1, 2026. Staff recommended the award of the contract to Harper
& Sons, Inc. in the amount of $545,361. Adequate funding is available via a POS grant ($191,940)
and the capital project budget for Park comfort stations ($353,421).
On a motion made by Commissioner Corchiarino seconded by Commissioner Wilson, the
Board unanimously agreed to authorize the Department of Parks & Recreation to contract with
Harper & Sons, Inc to build the comfort station at White Marsh Park for $545,361.00, with
funding from DNR-Program Open Space and Department’s Capital Project for
Pavilions/Concessions/Comfort Stations.
As part of the motion, Commissioner Moran asked questions and/or made comments on
this topic.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
CHURCH HILL PARK TRAIL RESURFACING:
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Mr. Steve Chandlee, Director, Parks and Recreation, submitted to the Board for their
approval the Church Hill Park Trail Resurfacing.
The Department of Parks and Recreation requested authorization to contract David A.
Bramble, Inc. to mill, grind and resurface the Church Hill Park Trail in the amount of $106,051,
utilizing the MD-SHA Contract XQ9175377. Funding for the project will come from the Trail
Development Project.
On a motion made by Commissioner Wilson, seconded by Commissioner Dumenil, the
Board unanimously agreed to authorize the Department of Parks and Recreation to contract David
A. Bramble, Inc. to mill, grind and resurface the Church Hill Park Trail in the amount of $106,051,
utilizing the MD-SHA Contract XQ9175377.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
SUDLERSVILLE PARK TRAIL RESURFACING:
Mr. Steve Chandlee, Director, Parks and Recreation, submitted to the Board for their
approval the Sudlersville Park Trail Resurfacing.
The Department of Parks and Recreation requested authorization to contract David A.
Bramble, Inc. to mill, grind and resurface the Sudlersville Park Trail in the amount of $93,351,
utilizing the MD-SHA Contract XQ9175377. Funding for the project will come from the Trail
Development Project.
On a motion made by Commissioner Dumenil, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, the
Board unanimously agreed to authorize the Department of Parks and Recreation to contract David
A. Bramble, Inc. to mill, grind and resurface the Sudlersville Park Trail in the amount of $93,351,
utilizing the MD-SHA Contract XQ9175377.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
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Corchiarino x
RURAL LEGACY PRIORITY AREA FY27:
Mr. Joe Pippin, Soil Conservation Aide, Land Preservation, submitted to the Board for their
approval the Rural Legacy Priority Area for FY2027.
Queen Anne’s County has two existing Rural Legacy (RL) Areas, Lands End and Foreman
Branch. When applying for grant funding for preservation in both RL areas, the Maryland
Department of Natural Resources requests that priority be given for one of the two areas. In FY26
the County Commissioners designated the Foreman Branch Rural Legacy area as priority over the
Lands End Rural Legacy Area. It is usually rotated between the two areas every other year,
however, there was no funding in FY26. Therefore, it was recommended to stay with the Foreman
Branch Area as the prioritized area for funding in FY27.
On a motion made by Commissioner Wilson, seconded by Commissioner Dumenil, the
Board unanimously agreed to execute the Foreman Branch Rural Legacy Area as the area for
priority funding for FY27.
As part of the motion, Commissioner Wilson, asked questions and/or made comments on
this topic.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION OPERATING GRANT AGREEMENT
FY2026:
Mr. Steven Palmer, Transit Administrator, Dept of Aging & Transportation, submitted to
the Board for their approval the Maryland Transit Administration Operating Grant Agreement for
FY 2026.
This item is the Maryland Transit Administration Operating Grant Agreement for FY26.
Executing these documents inform MTA that we accept the Federal and State funding to support
transit services and County Ride as the Locally Owned Transit System of the County.
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On a motion made by Commissioner Wilson, seconded by Commissioner Dumenil, the
Board unanimously agreed to execute the Maryland Transit Administration Operating Grants
Agreements packet to certify that Queen Anne’s County Department of Aging and Transportation
will operate the Public Transit System and accept awards as offered by the State of Maryland
Department of Transportation for FY26.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION CAPITAL GRANT AGREEMENT FY
2026:
Mr. Steven Palmer, Transit Administrator, Dept of Aging & Transportation, submitted to
the Board for their approval the Maryland Transit Administration Capital Grant Agreement for
FY 2026.
This is the Maryland Transit Administration Capital Grant Agreement for FY26.
Executing these documents inform MTA that we accept the Federal and State funding to support
transit services and County Ride Locally Owned Transit System of the County. This grant includes
money for preventative maintenance and the county’s cost share portion is 10% of the grant.
On a motion made by Commissioner Wilson, seconded by Commissioner Dumenil, the
Board unanimously agreed to execute the Maryland Transit Administration Capital Grant
Agreements packet to certify that Queen Anne’s County Department of Aging and Transportation
will operate the Public Transit System and accept awards as offered by the State of Maryland
Department of Transportation for FY26.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
OPERATIONS CENTER PLANNING – FY27 CONGRESSIONALLY DIRECTED
SPENDING REQUEST:
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This letter is to support the request of a $250,000 grant (in FY27 for Congressionally
Directed Spending) for a planning project to renovate/expand our 911 Emergency Operations
Center. This planning effort would allow the county to refine a project scope, validate operational
requirements and establish a clear path forward for a future capital project that strengthens
emergency preparedness and response capacity.
On a motion made by Commissioner Wilson, seconded by Commissioner Dumenil, the
Board unanimously agreed to execute the Letter of Support for Department of Emergency Services
Operations Center Planning – FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Request.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
BUDGET AMENDMENT #CC-8 – FIRE AND EMS COMMISSION LIFE INSURANCE:
This budget amendment increases budget authority by $287,000 for life insurance under
the Fire Chiefs Association to account for higher than anticipated life insurance costs incurred
during this fiscal year for the VFD members.
On a motion made by Commissioner Wilson, seconded by Commissioner Dumenil, the
Board unanimously agreed to approve Budget Amendment #CC-8 – Fire and EMS Commission
Life Insurance.
Commissioners Yes No
Moran x
J Wilson x
McLaughlin x
Dumenil x
Corchiarino x
COMMISSIONER’S ROUNDTABLE:
Commissioner Corchiarino discussed the following:
 Board of Education Budget.
Commissioner Dumenil discussed the following:
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 Attended the Grasonville VFD Banquet.
 Met with the Board of Education earlier today; $12 million dollar ask above what we
gave them last year.
Commissioner Moran discussed the following:
 Met with Board of Education earlier today, focus should be on affordable education.
 Attending the State of the State
 Drug Free Coalition Meeting
 MDTA Hearing
Commissioner Wilson discussed the following:
 Attended the electrical board meeting. They donated many items to the schools for their
school programs.
 The regional tech center is fully funded by the Governor at Chesapeake College
 Diallo Wallace from MARS is arranging for an astronaut, who recently returned from
space, to speak at a future Commissioners’ Meeting.
 Senate Bill 255, “Right for Voter’s Act”
 Annapolis Update
Commissioner McLaughlin discussed the following:
 Kudos to DPW with ice and snow removal.
There being no further business, they adjourned at 7:25 p.m. to meet again on Tuesday,
February 24, 2026.
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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT PRESIDENT
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