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Public Notices
TOWN OF PORT DEPOSIT
PLANNING COMMISSION
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
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The Port Deposit Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in Town Hall, 64 S. Main Street, Port Deposit, MD to consider the following:
FILE 39-2025 - Applicant: Bohler Engineering, Property: Bainbridge Logistics Center – Lot 1A Powers Road, Tax Map: 23G, Parcel: 641, Zone: B&I Business and Industrial Property Owner: BLC Lot A, LLC – Kate Nolan Bryden, Senior Vice President, MRP Industrial, Proposal: New Preliminary Site Plan - one (1) industrial building and site amenities including parking, stormwater management, landscaping, parking, utilities, & lighting plans;
FILE 40-2025 - Applicant: Bohler Engineering, Property: Bainbridge Phase IA, Powers Road Extension to the Bainbridge property line and modifications to Diamond Jim Road, Cecil County, Tax Map: 29, Parcel: 648, Zone: Business & Industrial, Property Owner: Bainbridge Development Corporation, Proposal: Final Site Plan;
FILE 41-2025 - Applicant: Nexamp and Bohler Engineering, Property: Bainbridge Property Landfills, Tax Map: 23G, Parcel: 648, Zone: Business & Industrial, Property Owner: Bainbridge Development Corporation, Proposal: Preliminary Site Plan for solar field on capped landfill property.
Those wishing to participate in the meeting via video conference may go to www.zoom.us at 6:00 p.m. and enter meeting ID: 853 5050 3165. or via audio by calling (301) 715-8592 and follow the prompts to enter the meeting ID listed above. Please contact Town Hall at 410.378.2121 or email Mary Culver mculver@portdeposit.org if you need assistance or have any questions.
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BY: William Baron, Chair
Individuals requiring auxiliary aids for effective communications during this public hearing should contact this office no later than November 13, 2025, Voice 410-378-2121 or TDD through Maryland Relay Services 1-800-735-2258.
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Cecil Whig
Publish: November 5, 2025
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FINAL UPDATE - OCTOBER 23, 2025 at 3:15pm
Artesian has notified us that the boil water advisory has been officially lifted. You may now resume normal use of tap water.
We appreciate your patience and understanding throughout this process.
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October 21, 2025 - PORT DEPOSIT RESIDENTS WITHOUT WATER SERVICE - Due to the extended time residents will be without water service, Mayor Tome has directed that potable water be made available at Town Hall, 64 S. Main Street, for anyone impacted by the shutdown. This service will continue until the outage is resolved. For questions or assistance, please contact Town Hall at 410.378.2121.
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IMPORTARNT UPDATE - October 16, 2025
We have confirmed with Artesian that, due to rain, the scheduled maintenance has been postponed to Monday, October 20. A temporary interruption of water service is expected from 9:00pm on Monday until 3:00am on Tuesday.​
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Town of Port Deposit Announces New Sign at Little Free Library
Port Deposit, Maryland — October 13, 2025 — The Town of Port Deposit is pleased to announce the installation of a new, beautifully designed sign at the Little Free Library, located at the corner of Center Street and 7 North Main Street near the entrance to the municipal parking lot.
Thanks to the leadership of Councilman Dan Berlin and collaboration with local artist Jessica Kehl, the Little Free Library now features a unique, handcrafted sign that adds charm and local artistic flair to this community spot.
Jessica Kehl, a talented Port Deposit artist, is also known for her work on the Railroad Wall Mural Project at the Dog Park and the sign for the Pocket Rock Park in parking lot 2 — a colorful and inspiring mural and sign that celebrates the town’s history and creative spirit. Her new sign continues her mission of bringing beauty and storytelling into public spaces throughout Port Deposit.
The Port Deposit Little Free Library is an official registered member of Little Free Library®, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access worldwide through a network of volunteer-led book-sharing boxes. Our library serves as a vibrant symbol of Port Deposit’s commitment to creativity, literacy, and connection.
“We’re thrilled to showcase another piece of Jessica’s artistry in our town,” said Mayor Tome, Jr. “We also want to thank Councilman Berlin for his commitment to fostering literacy and local art initiatives that make Port Deposit such a special place to live.”
Residents are encouraged to stop by, admire the new sign, and take or leave a book at the Little Free Library — a small but meaningful reminder that community thrives when we share together.
For more information, please contact:
Town Administrator Vicky Rinkerman
Email: vrinkerman@portdeposit.org
Website: www.portdeposit.org
Phone: 410.378.2121
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Public Notice - October 10, 2025
Temporary Water Service Interruption
Artesian Water will conduct system maintenance requiring a temporary water service interruption on Monday, October 13, 2025, from 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM, with a rain date of Monday, October 20, 2025. The interruption is expected to last up to six hours.
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During this time, water service will be temporarily unavailable. When service is restored, residents may notice discolored water. Please run cold water for several minutes until it clears, and avoid using hot water or doing laundry until water runs clear.
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For questions or assistance, contact Artesian's Customer Service at (800) 332-5114.
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More information can be found on the attached flyer provided by Artesian Water.
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PUBLIC NOTICE - Port Deposit Trash & Recycling Service
September 8, 2025
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Casella Waste Management uses automated side-loading trucks to collect trash and recyclables. To ensure efficient service for our community:
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The bin lid opening should face the street.
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Proper bin placement improves accessibility and helps ensure your waste and recyclables are collected without issue.
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For questions or additional information, please contact Town Hall at 410-378-2121. Thank you for your cooperation!
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PUBLIC NOTICE - Port Deposit Pirate Takeover Event
September 8, 2025
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Marina Park Closure: From Friday, September 19 to Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 5:00PM, Marina Park will be closed for parking, fishing, and boat launches. Please use Perryville or Conowingo for boat launches during this time. Shuttles will run from the center of town to Marina Park during festival hours.
Road Closure: On Saturday, September 20, from 6:00-10:00PM, South Main Street (MD222) between MD276/Center Street and High Street/Oyster Shell Alley will be closed for the Pirate Block Party. Use the detour via Rowland Drive and Oyster Shell Alley.
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Cecil Whig
September 13, 2024
Town of Port Deposit
Request for Proposal (RFP 01-2024)
Municipal Audit Services
The Town of Port Deposit is seeking proposals from qualified, experienced firms to provide professional municipal audit services.
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The RFP is available on our website: www.portdeposit.org and at Town Hall, 64 S. Main St., Port Deposit, or will be sent via email by sending an email request to Patti Gray, Treasurer at pgray@portdeposit.org.
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Perspective bidders have until 3:00 p.m., October 14, 2024 to submit their proposal to Town Hall, 64 South Main Street, Port Deposit, MD. Proposals shall be sealed and clearly marked with the project title. Bids will be opened privately and electronically submitted bid proposals will not be accepted. The Town reserves the right to reject or accept any and all bids.
By: Mayor Wayne Tome, Jr.
Request for Proposal (RFP 01-2024) - Municipal Audit Services
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PUBLIC NOTICE – REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
MARINA PARK REDEVELOPMENT
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The Town of Port Deposit intends to issue a Request for Proposals in early October 2024 for the preliminary and final design, environmental permitting, and related services for the proposed redevelopment of Marina Park located near the intersection of Bainbridge Road and S. Main Street (MD 222). The RFQ response period will be not more than 30 days from the date of issuance.
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The project budget will range from $600,000 - $750,000 over a maximum three year period of performance; and the funding source will be the federal Transportation Alternatives Program matched by town funds.
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Interested parties are advised to check E-Maryland Marketplace Advantage for public posting of the RFQ. No questions or comments shall be made to the Town except during the process to be identified in the RFQ.
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Information regarding Marina Park efforts can be found in the town’s Working Waterfront Master Plan.
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Cecil Whig
Publish: September 11, 2024
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TOWN OF PORT DEPOSIT
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
PLANNING COMMISSION
ANNEXATION RESOLUTION NO. 06-2024
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The Port Deposit Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in
Town Hall, 64 S. Main Street, Port Deposit, MD to consider and make a recommendation on Annexation Resolution No.
06-2024 and Exhibits for the annexation of 44.9515 +/- acres of land consisting of multiple parcels, Tax Map 22I: Acct.
No. 07-006020 - Parcel 32 – 42.8079 acres; Acct. No. 07-055708 - Parcel 249 - .0015 acres; Acct. No. 07-055668 – Parcel 244 – 0.1248 acres; Acct. No. 07- 026854 – PARCEL 60 - .0001 acre and .0013 acre owned and known by Rock Run Road, et al., Acct. No. 07-009437 – Parcel 0071 – 1.0035 acres known and owned by Albert Owens and Acct. No. 07-009431 – Parcel 0047 – 1.0124 acres owned by Robert Owens, et. al., more or less, on Old Schoolhouse Drive, in the Seventh Election District of Cecil County, and in so doing to repeal and re-enact with amendments Article II, Section 201 Records and Description of Corporate Boundaries, of the Charter of the Town of Port Deposit.
Annexation Resolution No. 06-2024 and Exhibits were introduced at the September 3, 2024 Council meeting and
referred to the Planning Commission for consideration and recommendation. A copy of the Resolution and Exhibits are available on the Town website at: www.portdeposit.org or at Town Hall. Those wishing to participate in the meeting via video conference may go to www.zoom.us at 7:00 p.m. and enter meeting ID: 831 7958 7629 or via audio by calling (301) 715-8592 and follow the prompts to enter the meeting ID listed above. Please contact Town Hall at 410.378.2121 or email Lacey Heath at Lheath@portdeposit.org if you need assistance or have any questions.
BY: William Baron, Chair
Individuals requiring auxiliary aids for effective communications during this public hearing should contact this office no later than September 20, 2024, Voice 410-378-2121 or TDD through Maryland Relay Services 1-800-735-2258.
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​PUBLIC NOTICE
PORT DEPOSIT TRASH AND RECYCLE SERVICE
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Casella Waste Management Company uses an automated trash collection system on the side of their refuse trucks. In order to better service our community, Casella will be working to exchange the short recycle bin with a larger recycle bin over the next few weeks. The new recycle bin will work better with their trash system.
Please be sure to place your trash and recycle bin close to the edge of the sidewalk with the lid opening facing the street. This will improve accessibility and ensure that waste and recyclables are disposed of properly. Please contact Lacey Heath at Town Hall, 410.378.2121 with any questions, or if you need more information. Thank you for your cooperation!
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PUBLIC NOTICE
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US Army Corp of Engineers Report Available
Stormwater and Flash Flood Risk Management Study Port Deposit, Maryland
The US Army Corp of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, has completed the final report titled, Stormwater and Flash Flood Risk Management Study Port Deposit, Maryland under the Floodplain Management Services Program.
After the significant flooding following the July 25-26-2021 storm, USACE evaluated the impacts which ongoing and potential future land use changes may have to flooding in the Town. The study evaluated those land use impacts and developed a series of recommendations to address flood related issues along the highly impacted tributary to Rock Run.
The USACE report is available at the following link, or you can contact Town Hall at 410.378.2121 or email Lacey Heath at lheath@portdeposit.org to have a copy of the report emailed to you. If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Town Administrator Rinkerman at Town Hall, or via email vrinkerman@portdeposit.org.
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TOWN OF PORT DEPOSIT
ORDINANCE 2024-03
FISCAL YEAR 2025 ANNUAL BUDGET
NOTICE OF ADOPTION
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The Council of the Town of Port Deposit adopted Ordinance 2024-03 – Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget at their meeting on June 4, 2024, after a public hearing was advertised and held as required by the Charter of the Town of Port Deposit. The FY 2025 Annual Budget will take effect from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
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A copy of the adopted budget is available on our website at www.portdeposit.org or is available at Town Hall, 64 S. Main Street, Port Deposit.
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BY: Mayor Wayne Tome, Jr.
Published in Cecil Wig: 06/12/24
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Public Notice of Adoption
Cecil Whig
Publish: Friday, April 5, 2024
TOWN OF PORT DEPOSIT
NOTICE OF ADOPTION
ORDINANCE 2024-01 - COMPREHENSIVE REZONING
AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE and
ORDINANCE 2024-02 - COMPREHENSIVE AMENDMENTS
TO THE ZONING MAP
On April 2, 2024, the Council of the Town of Port Deposit adopted Ordinance 2024-01 for comprehensive amendments to the Port Deposit Zoning Ordinance and Ordinance 2024-02 for comprehensive amendments to the Port Deposit Zoning Map. The amendments will go into effect on April 23, 2024.
The significant revisions to the Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map comprehensively and legislatively include renaming of the zoning districts, revisions to the purpose and type of uses permitted in each district and redrawing the zoning district boundaries within the Town to be consistent with the recently adopted 2023 Comprehensive Plan. Ordinance 2024-01 and 2024-02 and relative exhibits of the revisions to the Zoning Ordinance, Zoning Map and revised Zoning Ordinance are available on our website at www.portdeposit.org, available at Town Hall, 64 S. Main St., or email Lacey Heath at lheath@portdeposit.org to have a copy emailed to you.
BY: Wayne Tome, Jr., Mayor
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