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Historic Area Commission
The Historic Area Commission (HAC) works to preserve and protect the character of Port Deposit's Historic District. They serve three-year terms.
Responsibilities:
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Review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior changes or construction within the Historic District (as delineated on the official Zoning Map)
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Ensure proposed work complies with adopted historic preservation standards
Meetings:
The Board meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm; meetings are cancelled if there are no applications to review or no business to discuss.
Current Board Members:
HAC Board Member | Position | Term Expiration |
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Melissa Harbold | Chair | November 2026 |
Ryan Ockuly | Vice Chair | May 2028 |
Joseph Brant | Board Member | May 2028 |
David Smith | Board Member | July 2027 |
Christine Wertsch | Board Member | May 2028 |
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are posted no later than 24 hours before a scheduled meeting, per the Open Meetings Act.
Minutes are posted once approved and signed.
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