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Agriculture Business Council
Residents are encouraged to consider attending the public meetings held if interested in this Board. If you have expertise in this topic, please consider applying for a seat. Frederick County would appreciate your perspective and service.
Council's Purpose
The Agriculture Business Council (ABC) was formed to investigate and implement ways to promote, develop and preserve the ag-industry in Frederick County. The council pro-actively informs the County Executive, County Council and the Office of Agriculture on agricultural issues.
Meeting Times
Meets bi-monthly during even numbered months on the fourth Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Individuals requiring accommodations for a disability or language translation should contact the Agriculture Business Council at 301-600-3037 or dial 711 for Maryland Relay Services at least three (3) working days prior to the meeting. Please check the Board & Commissions calendar for any changes to regularly scheduled meetings and for meeting locations.
Location
Rotating Locations around Frederick County
Current Members
- Thomas Barse
- Belinda Burrier
- Kevin Donnelly
- Emma Jagoz
- Victoria Robinson
- Brittany Ramsburg
- Joshua Stewart
- Brian Sweeney
- Katherine Sowers
- Sarah Welty
How to Get Involved
Appointments occur on a rolling basis and as positions open. Non-members are encouraged to attend and participate in activities. The Council shall be comprised of ten (10) members who shall be appointed by the County Executive and confirmed by the County Council. Eight (8) of the members shall have experience and expertise in the agriculture industry. In addition, the Council shall have two (2) at-large members appointed by the County Executive and confirmed by the County Council. To the extent possible the committee will include representatives from the following agriculture industries: agri-business, agri-tourism, beef, dairy, equine, grain, horticulture, specialty crops, craft beverages, and others. The Council will represent a diverse cross section of the industry in Frederick County.
Procedure for Appointment
The Council may recommend candidates to the County Executive for appointment. Members serve 3-year terms. If your qualifications match current openings, please apply by sending your letter of interest along with a current resume to fcgboards.
General questions
For questions regarding membership, please email fcgboards. For questions regarding this Council, please email FCAgBoards@FrederickCountyMD.gov