County Council Work Session | May 12th, 2026

The Arundel County Council Work Session held on May 12, 2026, included detailed budget presentations and discussions from multiple county departments including Health, Police, Animal Services, Fire, Sheriff, Detention Facilities, and Emergency Management. Key procurement and budget topics included the Health Department's request for funding to support new Medicaid eligibility staff, medical billing positions, expansion of violence interruption and school health programs, and capital improvements. The Police Department discussed a $27.3 million capital project for a new Northern District Police Station and budget increases for vehicle maintenance and helicopter upkeep. The Fire Department requested funding for 21 new firefighter positions, replacement of LifePack 15 monitors with LifePack 35 units at a cost of approximately $2.5 million, and new equipment including ballistic vests and a new CAD dispatch system. The Sheriff’s Office requested additional deputies to meet anticipated court security needs due to new legislation. The Detention Facilities highlighted challenges with medication-assisted treatment funding and requested $650,000 for detention center renovations. Emergency Management noted uncertainties in federal grant funding impacting staffing and projects, and discussed plans for a new consolidated emergency operations center. Several departments noted ongoing efforts to secure grants and manage operational costs amid inflation and changing service demands. Motions to adjourn were passed without noted opposition.