Karen Y. Winkowski

The meeting encompassed several operational and strategic updates. Key discussion topics included the Nursing Report regarding vaccination clinic planning and GNA staffing challenges, the Administrator's Report covering census data, human resources updates, facility maintenance, and federal survey results, and the Financial Report detailing budget versus actual performance and potential investment strategies. Additionally, the board discussed budget planning for the upcoming fiscal year, preparations for National Skilled Nursing Care Week, tuition reimbursement policies, and potential staffing compensation adjustments.

The meeting included a presentation from the Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity regarding the upcoming Woman Build 2026 event. The Chairwoman's report highlighted the success of the Leading Women's event, staff transitions in board positions, and staff succession management. The Coordinator's report touched on collaboration opportunities with other commissions and impending term expirations. Committee updates covered the unanimous passage of updated bylaws, recommendations for the Leading Women program, community speaker schedules for upcoming months, and legislative tracking of women-related bills. Old and new business topics included planning for the upcoming Women's Resource Fair, the release of a housing and community services resource guide, organizational collaborations, and the preparation of the annual report for the County Council.

The meeting included reports on human trafficking and illegally run massage parlors, updates on the planning of a Women's Commission Resource Fair, and scheduling for Coffee with the Commissioners events. Committee updates were provided regarding legislative bills, community conversations, and visibility efforts. Old and new business centered on preparations for a Habitat for Humanity Women Build, the organization of the Women's Resource Fair at the Highland School, the design of commission apparel, and the process for completing the Annual Report for the County Council.

The Commission received a presentation from the Director of Housing and Community Services regarding county departments and non-profit partnerships. The Chair reported on the Maryland Commission for Women's Hall of Fame event. Committee updates included planning for the Harford County Leading Women 2027 initiative, community conversations, legislative highlights from the General Assembly, and preparation of the Annual Report. Discussions were also held regarding the upcoming Women's Resource Fair, a Habitat for Humanity partnership, and various community outreach events titled Coffee with the Commissioners.

The board discussed public engagement strategies for the Comprehensive Plan update, presented by an external consultant team, which include community workshops, focus groups, and public surveys aiming for broad demographic reach. The board also reviewed ongoing topics, including battery energy storage, data centers, subdivision projects, accessory dwelling units, forest conservation, and agricultural accessory uses. Furthermore, a personnel change was noted regarding the Vice Chair position.