
SOUTHERN MARYLAND — Residents of Southern Maryland have several opportunities to voice their opinions on key local issues as counties hold public hearings throughout April. Topics range from zoning amendments and land donations to budget adjustments and surplus property sales. Below is a breakdown of upcoming hearings in Charles, St. Mary’s, and Calvert counties, including dates, times, and topics.
Stay updated on public hearings by visiting the official pages:
Charles County Public Hearings: Click here
St. Mary’s County Public Hearings: Click here
Calvert County Public Hearings: Click here
Charles County Public Hearings
Zoning Text Amendment #24-182 – Required Widths of Aisles and Driveways for Agritourism and Ecotourism
- Date: April 7, 2025, at 6 p.m.
- Summary: The Planning Commission of Charles County will conduct a public hearing to consider proposed changes to zoning regulations concerning the required widths of aisles and driveways for agritourism and ecotourism ventures. The meeting will be held in the Government Building Conference Room (“Blue Room”) and via video teleconference. Public testimony is encouraged.
- Link: Public Hearing Notice
Bill 2025-02: Zoning Text Amendment 23-179 – Multifamily Uses and Infill Development in the Residential Office (RO) Zone
- Date: April 8, 2025, at 6 p.m.
- Summary: The Charles County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed Bill 2025-02, which pertains to zoning text amendments allowing multifamily uses and infill development in the Residential Office (RO) Zone. The hearing will take place in a hybrid format, both virtually and in person at the Charles County Government Building.
- Link: Public Hearing Notice
Piscataway Land Donation
- Date: April 8, 2025, at 6 p.m.
- Summary: The County Commissioners of Charles County will hold a public hearing to consider the transfer of land located in Charles and Prince George’s counties to the Official Piscataway Conoy Tribe of Maryland Inc., a Maryland nonprofit corporation. The hearing will be conducted in a hybrid format, both virtually and in person at the Charles County Government Building.
- Link: Public Hearing Notice
St. Mary’s County Public Hearing
Disposition of Surplus Real Property
- Date: April 8, 2025, at 9:30 a.m.
- Summary: The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County will hold a public hearing to consider the disposition of surplus county-owned real property. The hearing will take place in the Chesapeake Building located at 41770 Baldridge St. in Leonardtown, Maryland. Citizens are encouraged to attend and participate. Written comments may be submitted on or before April 15, 2025.
- Link: Public Hearing Notice
Calvert County Public Hearings
Budget Adjustment #BA2025-000318 to Amend the FY2025 Calvert County General Fund Appropriations to Include Salaries and Benefits for Call-Taker and Dispatcher I Positions
- Date: April 1, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.
- Summary: The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider Budget Adjustment #BA2025-000318, which aims to amend the FY2025 Calvert County General Fund appropriations to include salaries and benefits for four new call-taker and four new dispatcher I positions. The hearing will be held in the Board of County Commissioners Hearing Room at 175 Main St., Prince Frederick, Maryland.
- Link: Public Hearing Notice
Budget Adjustment to Amend the FY2025 Calvert County Adopted Budget for an Increase in Appropriations as Requested by the Board of County Commissioners
- Date: April 1, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.
- Summary: The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider amending the FY2025 Calvert County Adopted Budget for an increase in appropriations as requested by the Board of County Commissioners on June 12, 2024. The hearing will take place in the Board of County Commissioners Hearing Room at 175 Main St., Prince Frederick, Maryland.
- Link: Public Hearing Notice
Residents are encouraged to participate in these public hearings to stay informed and provide input on local governmental decisions.
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