Board Approves Long-Term Hotel Rental Tax Funding for Washington County Ag Expo

The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved a long-term contract committing Hotel Rental Tax funding to support the Washington County Ag Expo and Fair. This funding recognizes the lifetime contributions of Adna "Ad" Fulton, whose work has significantly advanced the Washington County Agricultural Education Center, strengthened the local agricultural community, and provided educational and recreational opportunities for youth and residents. The commitment ensures the continuation of the Ag Expo and Fair while celebrating community engagement and honoring Fulton’s lasting impact on agriculture and residents throughout Washington County.

Board Approves Stoner Family Farms Rural Legacy Easement

The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved the Stoner Family Farms LLC Rural Legacy Program easement, permanently preserving 61.3 acres of valuable agricultural, scenic, and environmentally significant land near Sharpsburg and the Antietam Battlefield. The easement extinguishes seven (7) development rights and adds to a large block of contiguous preserved farmland, protecting historic and natural resources. Fully funded by the State through the Department of Natural Resources, this project is part of Washington County’s ongoing Rural Legacy Program, which has conserved thousands of acres in the region since 1998, ensuring the long-term protection of farmland and environmentally sensitive areas.

Board Approves Hotel Rental Tax Support for Jamison Door Company Relocation and Expansion

The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved the use of Hotel Rental Tax funds to support Jamison Door Company’s relocation and new manufacturing facility at Mount Aetna Technology Park. The incentive is structured as a performance-based agreement to retain 105 existing jobs and create 100–200 new full-time positions by the end of 2029. Funding is contingent upon the company completing the property acquisition, constructing the facility as proposed, and meeting investment and job creation milestones. This project represents a strategic economic development investment to strengthen Washington County’s manufacturing sector and local workforce.

• The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved multiple purchase awards and contract renewals across various County departments.
• The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) received a presentation and held discussion on the Board of Education’s Draft FY2027 General Fund Budget for Washington County Public Schools, outlining the proposed operating budget and requested County allocation.
• The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved sending a letter of support to the Hagerstown Housing Authority for their Choice Neighborhoods Initiative Implementation Grant application, highlighting the County’s planned capital investments—including renovation of the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center and planning for an expanded Transit Administration and Maintenance Facility—to support neighborhood revitalization, community services, and improved transit access.
• The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) received presentations on Draft FY2027-2036 Capital Budget and the FY2027 General Fund Budget – Requested Version for informational purposes.
• Additional action items were addressed during the meeting and can be viewed by watching the full meeting on YouTube.

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