The Town of Greensboro has several boards and commissions, each of which is responsible for making decisions and/or informing the decision making process of the Town Council. These groups provide the opportunity for the Town Council to include a wider group of residents in the governance of the town. Additionally, they provide those who live in the town to be involved in their community and make a positive impact.
You can learn about each of our citizen-driven boards below. If you are interested in serving on a board or commission, please email the Town Manager for more information.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is an important part of shaping the future of the Town. It reviews and makes recommendations to the Town Council for changes to Greensboro’s Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance. Additionally, the Planning Commission reviews and either approves or denies all subdivision requests.
For complete information about the Planning Commission please see Article I, Section 4 of the Land Development Ordinance and Chapter 3 of the Town Code and the Planning, Zoning, and Codes Enforcement section of our website.
Meetings
The Planning Commission meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Town Hall. All meetings of the Commission are posted on the Event Calendar.
To request to be on an upcoming Planning Commission agenda, please email the Town Manager at least two weeks prior to the meeting.
Membership and Terms
- Five members, appointed by the Mayor and Council.
- The majority of members must be residents of Greensboro, but the remaining members may be Caroline County residents who own a business located in the Town.
- Members serve five year terms.
Applications for membership can be obtained from the Town Office.
Current Members
If you are interested in serving on the Planning Commission, please email the Town Manager.
| Member Name | Term End |
|---|---|
| Cheryl Jones (Chair) | 12/31/2024 |
| Crystal Anders | |
| Donald Starkey | 12/31/2027 |
| Vacant | |
| Vacant |
Appeals Board
The Appeals Board is responsible for hearing and deciding upon applications for appeal under the Town’s zoning ordinance.
For complete information about the Appeals Board and the process of filing an appeal, please see Article I, Section 5 of the Land Development Ordinance and Chapter 3 of the Town Code and the Planning, Zoning, and Codes Enforcement section of our website.
Meetings, Agendas, and Minutes
The Appeals Board meets as needed. All meetings of the Board are posted on the Event Calendar.
For copies of recent Appeals Board agendas and minutes, please contact the Town Office.
Membership and Terms
- Three members and one alternate member appointed by the Mayor and Council
Current Members
If you are interested in serving on the Appeals Board, please email the Town Manager.
| Member Name | Term End |
|---|---|
| Katie BeBee Cunningham | |
| Rich Covert | |
| Jim Bruce | |
| Vacant (Alternate) |
Ethics Council
All elected officials, employees, and appointed board and commission members of the Town of Greensboro are subject to the Town’s Code of Ethics.
The Ethics Council exists to provide advice to those subject to the Town’s Ethics Code about its applicability, to review complaints alleging violations of the Ethics law and make a determination on the complaints, and to conduct a public information and education program about the Town’s Code of Ethics.
For complete information about the Ethics Council’s role and responsibilities please see Chapter 16 of the Town Code.
Complaints & Advisory Opinions
For information on how to file an ethics complaint, please contact the Town Office.
Those who are subject to the Town’s Code of Ethics and would like to request an advisory opinion should contact the Town Office.
Meetings, Agendas, and Minutes
The Ethics Council meets as needed. All meetings of the Board are posted on the Events Calendar.
All or part of Ethics Council meetings can be held in closed session under the authority of the Maryland open meetings law by vote of the Council.
For copies of recent Ethics Commission agendas and minutes, please contact the Town Office.
Membership and Terms
- Three members, appointed by the Mayor and Council.
- Members serve an unknown number of years. Please contact the Town Office for more information.
Current Members
If you are interested in serving on the Ethics Council, please email the Town Manager.
| Member Name | Term End |
|---|---|
| Bonnie Shively | |
| Doug Morley | |
| Jessica Ortiz |
Election Board
The Election Board meets on an as-needed basis in the months and weeks prior to a scheduled Town election or special election. All meetings of the Commission are posted on the Events Calendar.
To request to be on an upcoming Election Board agenda, please email the Town Manager.
For copies of recent Election Board agendas and minutes, please contact the Town Office.
Membership and Terms
- Three members, appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the Council.
- Members are appointed on or before the first Monday in March in every odd-numbered year.
- Members serve four year terms.
Current Members
If you are interested in serving on the Election Board, please email the Town Manager.
| Member Name | Term End |
|---|---|
| William Schaffner | |
| Marian Garey | |
| Mary Riddleberger |