City of Westminster Mayor and Common Council Meeting - Monday, August 24, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.

The City of Westminster Mayor and Common Council held a meeting on August 24, 2026, which included various community updates, recognitions, and planning discussions. Key procurement-related topics included the introduction of Ordinance 26-08, which proposes amendments to the Planned Industrial (PI) Zone to expand permitted uses, increase building height limits, and update parking and development standards. This ordinance aims to modernize industrial zone regulations and was introduced for consideration and referral to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Additionally, the Planning Department reported on site development plans for a new Carroll County Sheriff's Office public service building and a mixed-use development project with residential and commercial space. No contract awards, vendor selections, or budget allocations were discussed during this meeting. The council also approved a resolution honoring the late former mayor Kenneth Allen Yowen. Other agenda items included community event updates, departmental reports, and public comments.