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Shawn Bender appointed to Garrett County Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board
Summary
On April 6, 2026, the Garrett County Board of Commissioners appointed Shawn Bender to fill the unexpired term of Gary Berkebile on the Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board; the term runs through December 2028.
The Garrett County Board of Commissioners appointed Shawn Bender to the Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board on April 6, 2026, to fill the unexpired term of Gary Berkebile.
The appointment was made by motion of Commissioner Ryan S. Savage, seconded by Commissioner S. Larry Tichnell, and recorded as unanimous by Chairman Paul C. Edwards. The minutes state that an official letter of appointment signed by Chairman Edwards will be sent to Mr. Bender outlining the terms of the appointment.
Why it matters: The Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board advises county officials on farmland protection policies and easements; filling vacancies keeps the advisory body functional for pending reviews and recommendations.
Next steps: The minutes record that Mr. Bender’s term will run through December 2028 and that the county will send formal appointment documentation.
