Town of Emmitsburg

06/23/2026

Emmitsburg Pool UPDATE:
The pool will open today at 2pm due to the weather. Thank you.

06/23/2026

🏊‍♀️☀️ EMMITSBURG COMMUNITY POOL ☀️🏊‍♂️

1ST POOL PARTY OF THE SEASON!

Make a splash and kick off summer with an evening of fun at the pool!

📅 Friday, June 26, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

🎧 DJ Entertainment
🍔 Food Available
💦 Open Swimming
🎉 Fun for the Whole Family

💲 Admission: ONLY $1.00 PER PERSON

Grab your friends and family and join us for an unforgettable night at the Emmitsburg Community Pool!

We can't wait to see you there!

06/23/2026

Park's Committee Meeting is tonight June 23rd at 7pm in the Town Office and on Zoom. If you can't make it in person, here is the Zoom link.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82774631957

06/22/2026

Notice is hereby given that the Emmitsburg Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13, 2026 at the Town Office located at 300A South Seton Ave. Emmitsburg, MD 21727. The purpose of the hearing is to take public comment on proposed charter amendments which would: 1) clarify the role of the Board of Commissioners in judging the qualifications of its members; 2) amend provisions relating to vacancies on the Board of Commissioners and the office of Mayor; 3) clarify the specific enumerated powers of the Board of Commissioners; 4) increase the maximum fine and maximum period of incarceration the Board of Commissioners may set for violation of any ordinance; 5) add the office of Vice President of the Board of Commissioners; 6) amend provisions relating to the appointment and discharge of Town officers and employees; and 7) grant the Board of Commissioner’s discretion to designate violations of any ordinance to be continuing in nature. Please contact [email protected] for more information on the proposed charter amendments.

06/22/2026

Notice is hereby given that the Emmitsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., and the Mayor and Board of Commissioners of the Town of Emmitsburg will hold a separate public hearing on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
The purpose of these public hearings is to receive public testimony and comments regarding proposed Ordinance 2026-11, an ordinance to amend Chapter 16.48 of the Emmitsburg Municipal Code, Forest Conservation.
The proposed amendment is intended to update the Town’s Forest Conservation regulations so that they are consistent with the most recent updates to the State of Maryland Forest Conservation Act. If adopted, Ordinance 2026-11 would revise the Town’s existing Forest Conservation requirements to ensure local compliance with State law and to reflect the updated standards applicable to forest conservation, afforestation, reforestation, mitigation, and related development review requirements.
For additional information regarding proposed Ordinance 2026-11 or the proposed amendments to Town Code §16.48 – Forest Conservation, please contact Brian Wagner, Town Planner, at [email protected] or 301-600-6309.

06/22/2026

Notice is hereby given that the Emmitsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment on a proposed amendment to Chapter 17 of the Emmitsburg Municipal Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units, commonly referred to as ADUs. The proposed amendment would establish local regulations for ADUs within the Town of Emmitsburg, including where they may be permitted, applicable zoning and development standards, and the review process for approval. The amendment is also intended to bring the Town Code into compliance with recent Maryland State law requirements related to ADUs
For more information regarding the proposed amendment, please contact Brian Wagner, Town Planner, at [email protected] or 301-600-6309.

06/22/2026

Park's Committee Meeting will be Tuesday, June 23rd at 7pm in the Town Office and on Zoom. If you can't make it in person, please log in on Zoom. The link is below.

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06/19/2026

Notice of Upcoming Construction Along Timbermill Run
The Town of Emmitsburg would like to notify residents that construction work is expected to take place along Timbermill Run in connection with the Brookfield Lots C, D, and E development project starting during the week of June 22, 2026. The purpose of the work is to install infrastructure needed to serve ten new homes in the Brookfield development area. Construction activities will include utility work, excavation, roadway work, equipment staging, and other related site improvements. Residents may experience construction noise and limited disruptions in the area while work is underway. The developer and contractor are expected to coordinate work in a manner that minimizes inconvenience to nearby residents as much as possible.
The Town appreciates your patience and cooperation while this work is completed.

06/19/2026

The Town Office will be closed on Friday, June 19th. We will reopen on Monday, June 22nd at 7am. Thanks

06/18/2026

📢 Yard Waste & Recycling Schedule Clarification 📢

Due to the holiday, Yard Waste & Recycling collection will not take place this weekend. County Recycling will take place as usual.

Please note the upcoming collection dates:

♻️ June 27
♻️ July 11
♻️ July 18

Thank you for your understanding, and please help spread the word to your friends and neighbors!