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Historic District Commission
The Hagerstown Historic District Commission is responsible for guiding the City's historic districts and landmark properties. The Commission members are appointed by the Mayor & City Council for three-year terms. All members must demonstrate a special interest in historic preservation and/or specific knowledge or professional/academic training in fields such as history, architecture, architectural history, planning, archaeology, curation, conservation, landscape architecture, historic preservation, urban design, or related disciplines.
HDC Bylaws Updated March 23, 2023
Members:
| Member | Term Expires |
| Michael Gehr, Chairperson | June 30, 2027 |
| Leslie Allen, Vice Chairperson | August 27, 2026 |
| Doug Carroll | June 30, 2026 |
| Sven Alstrom | July 26, 2028 |
| Michael Heyser | July 23, 2027 |
| Robert E. Powell | June 30, 2026 |
| Rich Owens | July 26, 2028 |
| Ex-Officio Member - Tracy Carr (signs) | June 30, 2025 |
| Ex-Officio Member - Daniel Matonak (structural engineer) | June 30, 2027 |
| Consultant - Paula Reed | - |
Meetings:
While the City is no longer under a Civil Emergency for the pandemic, it is still advisable for visitors to City Hall to take precautions as suggested by the CDC. Social distancing and masking are recommended, although not required at this time.
Agendas, Minutes & Annual Reports:
Agendas are available prior to the meetings.
Agenda March 12, 2026 | Archives
Most Recent Minutes | Archives
Membership and Appointment:
Should you be interested in applying to serve as a volunteer committee member for the Hagerstown District Commission, please fill out the Boards and Commissions Resume of Interest Form.