Jeremy Rothwell

Jeremy Rothwell is an experienced planning professional currently serving as the Director of Planning for the Town of Smyrna since August 2019, where responsibilities include reviewing site plans and building permits for compliance with the Town Code and Comprehensive Plan. Rothwell has held the position of City Planner for the City of Harrington twice, from December 2016 to June 2019 and from February 2022 to November 2023, focusing on technical reviews of development applications. Previous roles span several planning and administrative positions, including Planner I for Talbot County and Public Administration Fellow at the Institute for Public Administration. Rothwell's background also includes service as a Medical Squad Leader in the Maryland Army National Guard, earning multiple military commendations. Academic credentials include a Master of Arts in Urban Affairs and Regional Planning and a Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation from the University of Delaware.