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March 7, 2021

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Talbot County Hosts Commemorative Ceremony in Conjunction with the State of Maryland to Mark One-Year Anniversary of First COVID-19 Cases

March 4, 2021 by Amy Blades Steward Leave a Comment

Governor Larry Hogan has proclaimed that, on Friday evening, March 5, Maryland will commemorate the one-year anniversary of the state’s first confirmed cases of COVID-19 with buildings across the state lit up amber. The commemoration will also be a day of remembrance in honor of the more than 7,700 Marylanders who have lost their lives during the pandemic. Talbot County will join the State and host its ceremony on Friday, March 5 at 6:00 p.m. on the lawn of the Talbot County Courthouse and invites citizens to join in a moment of silence.

According to a proclamation issued by the Talbot County Council about this COVID-19 remembrance, “Local and state governments, health departments and public servants have taken bold actions to protect residents, support struggling economies, and find innovative ways to provide services. Essential workers have also stepped up to provide critical services to help protect our communities and save lives, sacrificing their own health and safety.”

Dr. Maria Maguire, Talbot County Health Officer, has reported that the county has had 29 confirmed deaths due to COVID-19 and over 2,240 confirmed cases of the virus.

Chuck Callahan, President of the Talbot County Council, comments, “It is important to join together to remember the lives lost and to thank our first responders, health providers and partner agencies for their amazing work during this pandemic. As we work through vaccinating our community, we remind the public to continue to wear face masks in public, maintain a 6-foot distance when in public and register for the vaccine when they are eligible. We will get through this by working together.”

As of today, Maryland has reported 383,956 confirmed cases of COVID-19.

Filed Under: News Notes Tagged With: local news, Talbot County, The Talbot Spy

Talbot County Women’s Club Hosts Flower Mart & Craft Fair

March 3, 2021 by Amy Blades Steward Leave a Comment

The Talbot County Women’s Club is hosting the “Garden Gate Fundraiser Flower Mart & Craft Fair” on April 22 through April 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at the Talbot County Women’s Club located at 18 Talbot Lane in Easton (behind the Waterfowl Building).

The Flower Mart will offer wide selections of geraniums, annuals, perennials, and herbs, as well as hanging baskets and garden planters for both sun and shade. The Craft Fair will offer a nice selection of outdoor living and garden décor items from pots and planters to bird feeders and birdhouses, as well as locally-made jewelry and other unique items.

“Our Flower Mart and Fair is just in time for Mother’s Day gift-giving and spring planting and offers the opportunity to shop safely outside. The goal of this year’s event is to raise funds to be able to support our numerous service projects as well as support the restoration efforts for the historic house where the Club meets,” comments Nancy Lutes, President of the Talbot County Women’s Club.

The Talbot County Women’s Club, a registered non-profit, was founded in 1930 by a small group of women with the desire to serve the community while also building lifelong friendships. Four key principles have guided the work of the Club over the 90 years it has been operating and include supporting service projects, building deep friendships, creating lifelong learning experiences, and maintaining a center for the Club’s activities.

Club activities over the years included visiting patients and supporting their needs at the Eastern Shore Hospital Center in Cambridge; providing non-perishable food items to the Neighborhood Center, Talbot Senior Center, and Department of Aging; providing backpacks for Easton Middle School students; knitting and crocheting hats for the Little Hats, Big Hearts campaign for the American Heart Association; and sponsoring scholarships to women returning to Chesapeake College for their degrees.

“Our Club offers an excellent opportunity for new residents to meet other women, as well as get to know the community,” Lutes adds.

The club is always seeking new members.  For more information please visit  talbotcountywomensclub.org or call Nancy Lutes, President, 410-310-8919.

Filed Under: Garden Notes Tagged With: Gardening, local news, The Talbot Spy

Governor Hogan and State Superintendent Salmon Visit Talbot Schools

March 1, 2021 by Talbot County Public Schools Leave a Comment

Governor Larry Hogan and State Superintendent Dr. Karen Salmon visited Talbot schools on Friday February 26th.  Together they toured the new Easton Elementary School building, visiting several classrooms.  Both the Governor and Dr. Salmon took the time to read to students in recognition of Read Across America Day, which takes place next Tuesday March, 2.

Dr. Kelly Griffith, Superintendent of Schools and Dr. Lisa Devaric, Easton Elementary School Principal conducted the tours.  They were joined by County Council Members Laura Price and Pete Lesher, as well as Board of Education members Susan Delean-Botkin, Candace Henry, Emily Jackson, and Otis Sampson.

Photo: At the conclusion of his visit, Governor Hogan expressed appreciation to Dr. Griffith, Dr. Salmon, and Dr. Devaric for their efforts in safely bringing students back into school buildings.

Governor Hogan donned a Dr. Seuss hat and read a story to Mrs. Charlene DeShields’ First Grade class.  The students were excited to see the visitors, and classmates Elsa Matamoros and Juan Sanchez presented Governor Hogan and Dr. Salmon with special books they had created entitled “Welcome to Our Class”.

Both the Governor and Dr. Salmon expressed their appreciation to Dr. Griffith and her leadership team, as well as Talbot County Educators, for their efforts in safely bringing students back into school buildings.

“The State Superintendent and I have been strongly pushing school systems to get students safely back into the classroom by March, and we’re pleased that most systems will resume in-person instruction as of Monday,” said Governor Hogan in a news release. “I’m looking forward to visiting more school systems across the state in the coming weeks to thank all the teachers, staff, and administrators who have been working so hard to get our kids back into the classrooms.”

“MSDE, in collaboration with local school systems, has redefined education by providing research-driven guidance, funding, personal protective equipment, a first-term school year 20-21 performance dashboard, learning-loss recovery strategies and COVID-19 testing in schools,” said Dr. Salmon in a press release from the Governor’s office. “It’s great to be back in classrooms, and we will continue to review statewide strategies to improve student outcomes across the state as we continue in our recovery efforts.”

After visiting Easton Elementary, Dr. Salmon and Dr. Griffith also visited Chapel District Elementary.  Dr. Kari Clow arranged visits to Pre-K, 1st, 2nd 4th, 5th grade classrooms, a 4th grade P.E. class, and a virtual 4th grade math class.

“We are seeing more and more families wanting their students to come back.  Right now, we are continuing the Hybrid learning model because of the required six foot distancing. Overall, we have about 71% of our students in school in-person,” said Dr. Griffith.  “The staff is excited to be back, the students are excited to be back, and we will continue to try to bring in as many kids as we can.  We are making changes as we go, and monitoring the situation on a regular basis. If we have to pivot again, we will – PIVOT is our new word this year!”

Filed Under: Ed Notes Tagged With: Education, local news, Talbot County Public Schools, The Talbot Spy

Talbot County Council President Chuck Callahan is Building a Foundation

February 25, 2021 by Amy Blades Steward 1 Comment

What started as an interest in improving the permits and inspections process for Talbot County businesses, led local builder Chuck Callahan of Easton to run for a seat on the Talbot County Council in 2014. Callahan, age 55, serving his second term of office, was recently elected as President of the Talbot County Council.

Chuck Callahan, President of the Talbot County Council

“My passion for small business in the County is strong. I first got involved with local government after my partner and our company’s CFO, Julie Fickes encouraged me to run. I hoped to offer a building contractor’s perspective on the permits and inspection process, hoping to improve upon it. I realized I could be a voice for local business and my initial goal was to represent the local business on the Council,” Callahan comments.

Callahan is the owner of West and Callahan, Inc., a custom home and home remodeling company that got its start in 1969 when “Pee Wee” West and Charlie Callahan, Callahan’s father, decided to join forces. Chuck Callahan took over the business in 2002 and has been running it ever since. He also owns two other companies – Eastern Millwork, specializing in custom cabinetry, windows and doors, and Energy Savers, a home energy audit company.

“I love the people in this County and the lifestyle here. It is laid back,” comments Callahan who was born in Easton and has remained here. His family roots go back several generations.

“As an elected official, it’s important to preserve this quality of life. I love working with the County staff to accomplish this. I think we have some of the region’s best employees working for Talbot County government.”

While during his first term, Callahan reports that he spent his time “learning the ropes” of being a council member. He adds, “I spent most of my time listening. I was elected to listen to all sides of the issues and to have an open mind.”

He likens his transition from business owner to elected official to building a house. He states, “You have to set a foundation first before you can find solutions. This means meeting people and listening to their points of view. I want people to trust that I will find solutions to the issues the county is facing.”

One of Callahan’s passions is education. Having graduated from Easton High School, where he took vocational classes in automotive mechanics and the building trades, he believes in career technology and has fought to keep it in the schools.

“I wanted to be sure there were offerings in the schools to build skills that graduates could rely upon as they became adults,” Callahan comments.

Another of Callahan’s passions is community service. He is a life member of the Easton Volunteer Fire Department, with more than 30 years of service; a member of Easton Elks Lodge #1622; and a member of the Easton Rotary Club.  He was a youth ice hockey coach for many years and during his tenure as head coach for the Easton Ice Hawks, the team won the 2011 Capital Beltway Hockey League Pee Wee Lower A Division Championship. Over the years, he helped to coach his two sons, Cole and Chuck, both of whom attended Talbot County Public Schools.

“I love challenges and making decisions. I am about fewer words and more action. I especially enjoy helping people,” states Callahan.

Callahan reflects on the County’s role during the coronavirus pandemic, commenting, “To be a part of the efforts to help our citizens during this crisis has been very fulfilling. With the CARES Act funding, our staff, working with partner agencies, was able to help 200 people get help with their rent payments and mortgages, as well as assisting numerous small businesses including restaurants and hotels. That is significant.”

“During my second term on the Council, I am more comfortable with the process. Being in government has taught me patience in achieving goals while listening to people and engaging in conversation on all sides of an issue. Learning the craft of leadership also involves building trust and consensus on the Council. We are all different people with different perspectives,” Callahan comments.

“I never thought I would be on the Council, let alone be the President. I love the challenge and I have gotten one. I have a chance to make a real impact in this county and I am very grateful for the opportunity.”

Filed Under: News Notes Tagged With: local news, Talbot County Council, The Talbot Spy

Virtual Heritage Concert Series Kicks Off February 26, 4 P.M.

February 24, 2021 by Carpe Diem Arts 1 Comment

Karen Somerville

Carpe Diem Arts has joined forces again with Brookletts Place Talbot County Senior Center in presenting a popular monthly concert series—this time in the virtual mode and in partnership with the Talbot County Free Library. The performances are scheduled on the fourth Friday of the month at 4 p.m., February through June of 2021, and will be presented via Zoom and Facebook Live.  Mark your calendars for a stellar winter-to-spring line-up! Links to view these performances can be found at CarpeDiemArts.org/brookletts-place or facebook.com/carpediemarts2you/live.

Kicking off the 2021 series on Friday, February 26, will be a celebration of Valentine’s Day and Black History Month with Karen Somerville, one of the Eastern Shore’s most acclaimed performers, delighting audiences with a “contemporary soulful sound and surprising jazz licks and blues blends.” Joining Somerville will be Kathy Bullock, another legendary singer and musical force and long-time professor at Berea College in Kentucky. Bullock will be accompanied by her son Phillip whose rich baritone voice is reminiscent of the great Paul Robeson.

The March 26 concert will feature the duo “Rakish” with violinist Maura Shawn Scanlin and guitarist Connor Hearn will celebrate Irish American Heritage Month, and renowned jazz, blues, and gospel singer Lea Gilmore will offer songs to honor Women’s History Month.

On April 23 Egyptian singer Maggie Yacoub will share her diverse musical palette to celebrate Arab-American Heritage Month, and Shore chanteuse Chris Noyes will serenade us with a marvelous medley of songs in celebration of Earth Day.

The May 28 concert will feature the award-winning recording artist Patricia Shih with a Chinese song in honor of Asian-American Heritage Month, along with a sing-along selection of American favorites. Caron Dale will then lead us on a memorable musical journey in celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month, and no doubt there will be a nod to Mother’s Day as well!

The grand finale of the series will be on June 25 in celebration of Caribbean-American Heritage, with Grammy Award winners Dan and Claudia Zanes. Juneteenth (June 19) will also be honored with Revels’ Jubilee Voices, featuring director Andrea Blackford and her husband Harold, along with James Harkless, sharing songs and stories from the African-American experience of struggle and perseverance, trials and triumphs.

The Heritage concert series is made possible by the generous support of the Brookletts Place/Upper Shore Aging Fund of the Mid-Shore Community Foundation, Talbot County Free Library, Talbot County Arts Council with revenues provided by the Maryland State Arts Council, and by individual contributors to Carpe Diem Arts and Brookletts Place.

For more information on the Virtual Heritage Concert Series, visit www.CarpeDiemArts.org/brookletts-place.

Filed Under: Arts Notes Tagged With: Arts, Carpe Diem Arts, local news, The Talbot Spy

Easton High School and One of Its Students Receive Award in Drawing Contest

February 24, 2021 by Talbot County Public Schools Leave a Comment

The Arc Maryland, in partnership with the Maryland State Department of Education, Maryland Department of Disabilities, and the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council, is pleased to announce Easton High School and their student are recent awardees of the “Together We’re Better” Inclusive Education Campaign and Drawing Contest.

The “Together We’re Better” Inclusive Education Drawing Contest is part of a state-wide elementary, middle, and high school campaign to promote disability awareness and provide students with an opportunity to explore and appreciate the diverse abilities and talents of all classmates. This year, over 70 entries were received.  Artwork was selected for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards based on messaging, use of medium, and promotion of the contest theme, “Together We’re Better!” The chosen drawings are being incorporated into a Children’s Coloring Book that will be published later this spring.

Photo: Madeline Morrell (left) with her drawing and (top right) First Lady Yumi Hogan; Marcella Franczkowski, MSDE Assistant State Superintendent; Carol Beatty, Secretary of Maryland Department of Disabilities; Rachel London, Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council Executive Director; and Ande Kolp, The Arc Maryland Executive Director.

Easton High School is home to the 3rd prize awardee! Madeline Morrell (12th grade) was awarded third place in the drawing contest in a special virtual presentation held on February 9, 2021 by Maryland’s First Lady Yumi Hogan, MSDE Assistant State Superintendent Marcella Franczkowski, and MDOD Secretary Caroll Beatty. Maddie received a gift card for her achievement.

Easton High School received an award donation in the amount of $100 from The Arc Maryland.  The Arc Maryland congratulates Easton High School on their commitment to inclusion!

Artwork submitted to the contest will be displayed virtually throughout Maryland on library social media pages, other public venues online, as well as in a published Coloring Book for younger children.

To view some of the 2020-2021 artwork submissions, please visit The Arc Maryland website: http://www.thearcmd.org/programs/twb/

Filed Under: Ed Notes Tagged With: Education, local news, Talbot County Public Schools, The Talbot Spy

Grow Your Garden at the St. Michaels Community Garden

February 19, 2021 by St. Michaels Community Center

Have you caught the pandemic gardening bug? The St. Michaels Community Garden is kicking off its 9th season of providing community members with space to grow their own vegetables, herbs, flowers, fruits, and more for personal consumption or for donation, as chosen by the gardeners themselves.

From left: Gardeners Catharine Fritscher and Jim Walsh with Chris Barnhardt of Barnhardt Lawn Service at the St. Michaels Community Garden

The garden, launched in 2012 with support from a local Eagle Scout, St. Michaels Rotary Club and others, includes 40, 4-foot by 14-foot beds, which are available for rent on a yearly basis. Gardeners work together to maintain the lawn and common path areas while individual gardeners are responsible for maintaining their own beds and nearby paths. The community garden, located between Fremont and Conner Streets, provides water, hoses, and gardening tools, with participants including St. Michaels in Bloom and Critchlow Adkins Children’s Centers, among other groups and individuals.

The St. Michaels Community Center serves as fiscal agent for the community garden, with the $5 per year/per bed rental fee and other donations helping to maintain the property year-round. The land is leased through the Town of St. Michaels.

Beds are currently available for the coming season. For more information, call SMCC at 410-745-6073. Social distancing measures outlined by the State of Maryland and in response to the COVID-19 pandemic will be adhered to for the season. Participants are also encouraged to bring and use their own tools or sanitize shared tools before and after each use.

St. Michaels Community Center continues to serve as the Bay Hundred’s food distribution site in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, as part of its mission to serve, empower, and connect the community.

Donations to SMCC and proceeds from the Treasure Cove Thrift Shop in St. Michaels, Md. help the nonprofit provide year-round services for people from throughout the Bay Hundred area. More information is at stmichaelscc.org.

Filed Under: Garden Notes Tagged With: Gardening, local news, st. michaels community center, The Talbot Spy

Talbot Schools Announce 2021-2022 Teacher and Support Staff of the Year Finalists

February 17, 2021 by Talbot County Public Schools

Teacher of the Year Finalists. Top: Lauren Greer, Kimberly Keech. Bottom: Kathleen Kelly, Katherine Spies

Each year, Talbot County Public Schools honors teachers and support staff through the Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year Program. This provides the opportunity to recognize outstanding educators who have innovative ideas, focus positive attention on education, and demonstrate superior commitment to students.

Any member of the community may nominate teachers or support staff for these prestigious awards. This year, four finalists have been selected from the nominations for both Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year.

TCPS is pleased to recognize these outstanding educators.

Teacher of the Year Finalists:

Lauren Greer – Science, Biomedical Science and Project Lead the Way Teacher, St. Michaels Middle High School

Kimberly Keech – 8th Grade Science Teacher, Easton Middle School

Kathleen Kelly – 2nd Grade Teacher, Chapel District Elementary School

Support Staff of the Year Finalists. Top: Heather Goddard, Ayonna Hayman. Bottom: Berenice Orellana, Rebecca Shaw

Katherine Spies – Kindergarten Teacher, Easton Elementary School

Support Staff of the Year Finalists:

Heather Goddard – Instructional Assistant, Special Education, St. Michaels Middle
High School

Ayonna Hayman – Instructional Assistant, Media, St. Michaels Elementary School

Berenice Orellana – School Interpreter, Easton High School

Rebecca Shaw – Instructional Assistant, Kindergarten, Chapel District Elementary

“In a year filled with so many challenges for our students and educators, this recognition is especially significant,” said Dr. Kelly Griffith, Superintendent. “Every member of the TCPS Team has gone above and beyond to continue to inspire our students, even during these unprecedented times. I congratulate all of these amazing individuals on this well-deserved honor.”

The 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the year winners will be announced on April 1, 2021.

Filed Under: Ed Notes Tagged With: Education, local news, Talbot County Public Schools, The Talbot Spy

Education Foundation Appoints New Board Members

February 13, 2021 by Talbot County Public Schools

The Talbot County Public Schools Education Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of six new Board Members.  Annie Decker, Betsy Griffin, Mariana Lesher, Berenice Orellana, Dale Rauch and Vickie Wilson began their first three-year term in December 2020.

“These individuals bring a wealth of knowledge and experience in a broad array of disciplines to the Education Foundation Board,” said Pam Clay, Chair of the Foundation’s Nominating Committee.  “I am very excited to have them join our mission in support of public education in Talbot County.”

Annie Decker is Director, Utilization Management and Review for CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. She earned a degree in Nursing from the MacQueen Gibbs Willis School and a degree in Art History at University of MD and Loyola University of Chicago, Rome Italy.  Annie is a member of the Professional Academy of Healthcare Management (PAHM), a Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Emergency Response Nurse Volunteer, and a former President of the Talbot Kennel Club. She is an American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and when not working with dogs, loves sailing. Her two adult children are alumni of Talbot County Public Schools.

Betsy Griffin is the Advertising Sales Director at APG Chesapeake.  Originally from Richmond, Virginia, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Health/Health CareAdministration/Management from Mary Baldwin University.  She is a graduate of Shore Leadership Class of 2016, has served on the Advisory Board of the YMCA of the Chesapeake and on the Boards of the Talbot County Chamber of Commerce and Easton Business Alliance, and volunteers as a Meal Server for the Talbot Interfaith Shelter. She has two children who are members of the Easton High graduating class of 2019 and 2021.

Top, L-R: Annie Decker, Betsy Griffin, Mariana Lesher. Bottom, L-R: Berenice Orellana, Dale Rauch, Vickie Wilson.

Mariana Lesher currently serves as the Director of Data Platforms for the American Hospital Association.  She earned a B.A. in Economics and Spanish Languages and Literature from Swarthmore College and an M.S. in Management Information Systems from the Merrick School of Business at the University of Baltimore. Mariana serves on the Board of Chesapeake Music as Treasurer, is on the Leadership Council at Grace Lutheran Church, and on the Board of the Chesapeake Bay Bermuda 40 Association.  She is also Treasurer and Pack Committee Member for Cub Scout Pack 190, and is an avid sailor. She has two children who attend Talbot County Public Schools.

Berenice Orellana is a Certified Interpreter/Translator at Easton High School.  In this role she facilitates communication between school staff and families in enrollment, parent conferences, and administration of assessments.  Her prior professional experience includes employment with Talbot Bank and Wor Wic Community College. She has also assisted with the instruction of Survival Spanish for police recruits at the Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy and served on the Advisory Boards of theDepartment of Social Services and the Talbot County Children’s Advocacy Center.  She has three daughters who have attended Talbot County Public Schools, one of whom was a member of the Easton High School class of 2020.

Dale Rauchtaught elementary and middle school in Talbot County for 30 years. She then worked for 14 years as an Administrative Assistant to two Maryland Senators for the Maryland General Assembly. She earned a BS in Education from the University of MD, College Park and pursued graduate studies at Loyola College, Trinity College and Salisbury University.  Her hobbies include acting as an extra in movies and television and in commercials and local plays, and volunteering as a “Caring Clown” at Shore Health Hospital. Dale was a member of the Talbot County Education Association and the Maryland State Teacher’s Association.  She is currently on the Board of the Avalon Foundation and the Grandparents Club at White Marsh Elementary. Her two sons are graduates of Talbot County Public Schools.

Vickie Wilson retired from TCPS in 2017 after a37 year career as a Science Teacher, School Counselor and Student Services Worker.  She earned a B.S. in Education at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, and a Master of Education from Salisbury University. She has served as an Adjunct Professor at Salisbury University and Chesapeake College.  She serves in leadership roles on the Boards of the NAACP, Building African American Minds (BAAM), the Frederick Douglas Honor Society and the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.  Vickie was a member and former President of the Talbot County Education Association and a member of the National School Counselors Association. She is currently the Vice President of the Talbot County Retired Educators Association.

The Talbot County Public Schools Education Foundation was established in 2016 in partnership with the Mid-Shore Community Foundation.  Its mission is to engage the community in supporting excellence in public education and provide resources to enhance the teaching and learning experience for all. To date the foundation has funded more than $100,000 in grants for TCPS teachers, including projects such as such as One School One Book, Mobile Science Lab, NJROTC – Project Sea Perch, the Easton Middle School Drumline, and many more, and has raised $100,000 to support virtual learning connectivity for students.

Additional members of the Education Foundation Board are Laura P. Heikes, Chair; Rebecca Firth, Ph.D., Vice Chair; David Short, C.P.A, Treasurer; Patrick Fitzgerald, Esq., Founding Chair; Pamela Clay; Michael Fisher, M.D.; Howard Freedlander, Lindsey Higginbottom, Jeremy Hillyard, Juanita Hopkins, Esq., F. Graham Lee; Jo Ann Asparagus Murray; David “Ty” Russ, Jr., and Vanessa Sullivan.

To learn more about supporting the Talbot County Public Schools Education Foundation, visit https://tcpsef.org/ or contact Debbie Gardner, Coordinator of Public Relations and Special Programs at 410-822-0330 ext. 102 or by email at dgardner@talbotschools.org.

Filed Under: Ed Notes Tagged With: Education, local news, Talbot County Public Schools, The Talbot Spy

NSC Board of Directors Seeking Two New Members to Represent its Low-Income Sector

February 12, 2021 by Spy Desk

Neighborhood Service Center, Inc. (NSC) provides a wide range of services and assistance to individuals who reside in Talbot County and, especially, to those who do not qualify for state and federally funded programs. As in its mission, NSC “works toward eliminating poverty by empowering families to be self-sufficient.” As the designated community action agency of Talbot County, NSC is governed by a Tri-partite Board of Directors. One-third (or 5) of the members of NSC’s Board shall be representatives of low-income residents of Talbot County.

All members of the NSC’s Board shall be residents of Talbot County, Maryland. All representatives of the low-income shall be elected to represent a specific geographic area within Talbot County.

The term of appointment for the low-income representative shall be for five (5) years.

Community Action Agency is subject to all restrictions imposed by laws, ordinances, or regulations of Talbot County, The State of Maryland and Federal laws and guidelines that may be applicable.

Representatives must be 18 years or older, reside in Talbot County service area and be able to actively participate in the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of CSBG funded programs.

It is highly recommended low-income individuals serve on the board, but it is not required that all Low-Income Representatives be low income themselves. The selection of the board members will be done by a Democratic Election Process.

Applicants should forward a letter of interest and request for application to: Ms. Marilyn M. Neal, Executive Director, Neighborhood Service Center, Inc., 126 Port Street, Easton, Maryland 21601 or to mneal@nsctalbotmd.org.

Filed Under: News Notes Tagged With: local news, neighborhood service center, The Talbot Spy

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