KENT NARROWS, MARYLAND
Now is a great time to visit Kent Narrows! Enjoy our extensive network of scenic trails that lead to beautiful waterfront nature parks. Along the way, stop at one of our award-winning dockside eateries
About the Foundation Today
The Kent Narrows Development Foundation, Inc. facilitates the revitalization of the Kent Narrows, a 995-acre waterfront area which is a strategically important asset to Queen Anne’s County.
The Foundation is a nonprofit organization with a 501c3 status. It is led by a board of directors who work in cooperation with the Board of County Commissioners for Queen Anne's County, Maryland and associated governing bodies to establish objectives and guidelines for development and redevelopment of the Kent Narrows, addressing any other issues that may be deemed critical to the area.
The Foundation works to focus local public and private leadership efforts in coordinating an economic development program. It also assists in securing the maximum utilization of funding available from county, state, federal and other sources.
An Executive Director coordinates the activities of the Foundation and oversees day-to-day operations.
Contact: Georgeanna Windley at the Foundation for more information at
Meetings:
The Kent Narrows Development Foundation generally meets the 4th Tuesday of every month at the Chesapeake Heritage and Visitors Center in Chester. Meetings in December are generally held on the 3rd Tuesday of those month. Meetings may be postponed or canceled at times due to weather emergencies or other unforeseen circumstances. When county office are officially closed, meetings are automatically canceled.
For specific times and locations, check the Kent Narrows Development Foundation website Kentnarrowsmd.com or call the Kent Narrows Development Foundation Office at 410-609-2491.
Meeting Schedule for 2027
Meetings are held from 9 a.m.- 11a.m on the 2nd Floor of the Chesapeake Heritage and Visitors Center.
Kent Narrows Development Foundation
2026 Meetings
September 22
October 27
November 24
December 15
Regular Meeting Schedule for 2027
Meetings are held on Tuesdays unless otherwise noted.
January 26
February 23
March 23
April 27
May 25
June 22
July 27
August 24
September 28
October 26
November 23
December 14 (Earlier than normal due to holidays)
Purpose:
The Foundation provides guidance and oversight for the formulation of strategies that balance new economic growth, community redevelopment, support for the County’s fishing and seafood industries, and public access to waterfront activities and amenities. The Foundation is also concerned that environmentally sensitive areas within the Kent Narrows be preserved and contributes to the character of this unique Eastern Shore Community.
Today the Foundation, is active in reviewing development projects to ensure they are in concert with the Kent Narrows Community Plan that was adopted in 2006, 2010 and 2022 by the Queen Anne’s County Commissioners. The Foundation will also be active this year in working with the County in updating the Kent Narrows Community Plan which is part of the Queen Anne’s County Comprehensive Plan. It will continue to promote the area and coordinate at variety of projects the serve to improve the region for property owners, businesses, residents and visitors.
Please direct inquiries to info@kentnarrowsmd.com.
For updates and visitor information visit our website at www.kentnarrowsmd.com.
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