Town of Cecilton, Maryland
“The Way Life Should Be”
… our motto says it all.
Welcome to one of the friendliest small towns in the country!
For new residents and those that are well-established, Cecilton strives to provide a lifestyle you want to come home to! Family, friends and community – these are our highest values and what we endeavor to maintain and promote.
The Town of Cecilton is a quiet community settled at the crossroads to the Chesapeake and was formally incorporated in 1864. It’s located in Cecil County and is approximately 20 miles south of Elkton, Maryland and about 10 miles west of Middletown, Delaware.
Celebrating Community Development
Town Meetings
Town Council – Meets monthly on the 3rd Monday at 7pm and is open to the public.
Planning Commission – Meets every 2nd Tuesday at 7pm in Town Hall.
Latest News
Weather Delay on Monday 1/26
Due to the impending weather, household waste collection scheduled for Monday will be picked up on Tuesday instead.
Local Employment Opportunity: (PT) Cecilton Town Clerk/Treasurer
Deadline: February 2, 2026. Please see post for details on how to apply.
6th Annual “Life on the Chesapeake” Exhibit
February 5, 2026 at the Cecilton Community Center. See post for details.
Welcome to Cecilton, Charles L. Scott Jr.!
Please view post for details.
Notice of a Proposed Personal Property Tax Rate Increase
A public hearing on this matter will be on Monday, July 21, 2025 at Cecilton Town Hall. Please see post for details.






