Welcome to Historic Port Deposit, the little town with a big heart!
Nestled along the Susquehanna River, our community blends rich history with small-town charm.
Photo courtesy of Biron Braxton
2026 Student Scholarship Opportunity
The Cecil-Harford Chapter of the Maryland Municipal League is offering a $1,000 scholarship for 2026.
In order to be eligible, applicants must submit a completed application, official transcripts, two letters of recommendation (including one from a faculty member), and an essay on the importance or function of municipal government by May 1, 2026.
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Submission instructions are available on the application below.
News & Alerts
At A Glance - MAY
Public Notices
General Notices
February 20, 2026 - Town Boat Dock Closed Until Further Notice
Please be advised that the Town boat dock is temporarily closed for repairs until further notice. This closure does not affect the boat launch, which remains open for use. We appreciate your patience and understanding and will provide updates as they become available.
Trash Collection - Scheduled Delays
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Memorial Day - One-Day Delay; collection will be on Tuesday.
Meeting Schedule
Town Council - 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
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Legislative Session - May 5, 2026
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Work Session - May 19, 2026
Read the latest meeting summary below, or visit the Town Council page.​
Planning Commission - 2nd & 4th Thursdays at 6:00 p.m.
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Work Session - May 14, 2026​
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Regular Session - May 28, 2026
Historic Area Commission - 3rd Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.
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Regular Session - May 20, 2026​
TOWN OF PORT DEPOSIT
RESOLUTION 06-2026
PROPERTY TAX RATE AND OTHER REVENUE RATES
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Mayor and Council of the Town of Port Deposit will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in Town Hall, 64 S. Main Street, Port Deposit, MD to consider the property tax rate and other revenue rates for the FY 2027 Budget.
Those wishing to participate via video conference may go to www.zoom.us at 7:00 p.m. and enter meeting ID: 853 2147 4680 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 at mculver@portdeposit.org if you need assistance or have any questions. Comments may also be submitted in writing to the Town Administrator at vrinkerman@portdeposit.org. The public is invited to participate in the hearing and ask questions.
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BY: Mayor Wayne Tome, Jr.
Individuals requiring auxiliary aids for effective communications during this public hearing should contact this office no later than April 30, 2026, Voice 410-378-2121 or TDD through Maryland Relay Services 1-800-735-2258.
All meetings are held at Town Hall, 64 S. Main Street, and via Zoom unless otherwise noted. Meetings are canceled if no applications are received by the applicable deadlines and/or there is no business to discuss. For a full list of Town meetings, view the Town Calendar.
Seasonal Operations
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The comfort station in Marina Park is open for the season.
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The Tome Visitor Center will reopen in June 2026.
Get involved in Port Deposit!
Volunteer at the Visitor Center June through August, or serve on one of our boards or commissions.
Current Opportunities:
Visitor Center Volunteers — Needed June through August, Saturdays & Sundays, 12–4 PM.
Boards & Commissions Openings — Planning Commission: one member and one alternate; Board of Appeals: one alternate; Board of Supervisors of Elections: two alternates.
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Click the button below for more details.
Town Council Meeting Summary
At the April 7, 2026 Town Council Legislative Meeting, Council considered project updates and proposals, reviewed public safety activity and community concerns, and received staff reports on ongoing operations and priorities.
Project & Infrastructure Updates
Council approved a Towson University research agreement for archaeological monitoring associated with trenching for the new electric line behind the Gas House on Town property. Council also reviewed AECOM’s proposal for improvements to three Town parking lots and discussed it as a possible FY27 budget consideration. Additional updates were provided on the Granite Avenue/Race Street stormwater project and public boat dock repairs.
Public Safety & Community Updates
Cpl. Tyler Price reported on Sheriff’s Office activity for March, including increased traffic enforcement and continued attention to parking issues and tractor trailer routing concerns. Council also received public comment regarding Race Street conditions and utility restoration concerns. Announcements were made for the ribbon cutting for Backfin Blues Bar & Grill and Artfully Dunn Creative Studio on April 9, the Planning Commission meeting on April 23, and Port Deposit Clean-Up Day on April 25.
Staff Updates
Updates were provided by Public Works and Code Enforcement Administrator Dan Jamison, Treasurer Patti Gray, and Town Administrator Vicky Rinkerman regarding ongoing maintenance, budget status, staffing activity, project coordination, tax sale MOU updates, and potential grant opportunities.
Actions Taken
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Approved minutes for the March 3, 2026 Legislative Meeting and the March 24, 2026 Work Session.
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Approved the Towson University Research Agreement for archaeological monitoring behind the Gas House.
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​This meeting summary is provided for informational purposes and does not replace the official meeting minutes. Minutes have not yet been approved and are presented to the Council for approval at the next legislative meeting. Once approved, the official minutes will be posted to the Town Council page.
Aerial Video - Courtesy of Odyssey Studios
Aerial Video - Courtesy of Biron Braxton
