Welcome to Galestown, Maryland!

Reminder Town Meeting

March 10, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Galestown Community Center

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Public Notice: 2026 Mowing Bids

The Town of Galestown is seeking bids from insured contractors for the 2026 Mowing Season (April–October).

The Town of Galestown is accepting bids from insured contractors for municipal mowing services for the 2026 mowing season (April–October 2026).

Scope of Work

Contractor will provide routine grounds maintenance at the following municipal properties:

Locations: Town Hall and Community Center

Services Required

  • Weekly lawn mowing

  • String trimming-Around building foundations, signage, playground and fixed structures

  • Edging of sidewalks and paved areas

  • Debris removal from sidewalks and parking areas

Cleanup

  • All grass clippings must be blown off sidewalks and parking areas immediately after mowing.

Frequency

  • Service will generally occur weekly, with scheduling adjustments as needed based on grass growth and weather conditions.

Submission Requirements

Bids must include the following:

  • Price Proposal: Contractor’s rate per mowing service

  • Proof of Insurance: Current Certificate of General Liability Insurance (COI)

  • References: Contact information for two (2) professional references

Important Dates

Bid Submission Deadline: April 1, 2026

Contract Award Date: April 30, 2026

The Town of Galestown reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities in the bidding process. Selection will be based on a combination of price, experience, and verified references.

Email your bid now

Galestown’s History

Welcome to Galestown, Maryland! Our small, incorporated community in Dorchester County boasts a fascinating history connected to Gales Creek and the old Galestown Millpond. Once part of the "Harpers Delight" land deed (1714) and later named for an early family, Galestown was originally Nanticoke Indian Territory. An 1887 business directory listed a flourmill here, though it was gone by 1926. Our historic Wheatley's Methodist Episcopal Church remains an active part of our community.

Historical informational plaque about the Galestown Grain Mill, established in 1924, describing its history, ownership, and operation timeline with an illustration of two crossed keys at the bottom.

Upcoming events

  • Town Meeting

    March 10, 2026

    7:00-8:00pm

    Join us at the community center for our quarterly town meeting.

    Agenda Submissions: If any town residents have items they wish to be considered for the upcoming meeting agenda, please email within 7 days of the meeting

    galestownmd@gmail.com.

  • Town Meeting

    June 9, 2026

    7:00-8:00pm

    Join us at the community center for our quarterly town meeting.

    Agenda Submissions: If any town residents have items they wish to be considered for the upcoming meeting agenda, please email within 7 days of the meeting

    galestownmd@gmail.com.

  • Town Meeting

    September 18, 2026

    7:00-8:00pm

    Join us at the community center for our quarterly town meeting.

    Agenda Submissions: If any town residents have items they wish to be considered for the upcoming meeting agenda, please email within 7 days of the meeting

    galestownmd@gmail.com.

Contact Us

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