Community Board

After graduating from the University of Illinois School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Ellen Cianelli moved to Harford County, Maryland, in 1991, where she met and married Joe Cianelli, a lifelong resident. In 2002, they moved to the Perryman Peninsula, where Dr. Cianelli developed a deep appreciation for the Chesapeake Bay’s ecosystem and recognized the threats posed by pollution. Inspired by local conservation efforts, she co-founded the non-profit 4P Perryman Peninsula Preservation Project, Inc., dedicated to protecting and preserving the natural beauty and ecological diversity of the Perryman Peninsula and Harford County for future generations.

Brendan Patton, a lifelong resident of Harford County, has lived in several areas including Joppatowne, Churchville, Aberdeen, Darlington, and now Perryman. Over 54 years, he and his family have seen the quality of life deteriorate due to overdevelopment and inadequate public infrastructure. An avid boater and fisherman, Brendan has witnessed the decline in local wildlife and green spaces. In response, he co-founded the non-profit 4P Perryman Peninsula Preservation Project, Inc. to preserve the remaining undeveloped farmland and forests in Perryman.

Danton Whitley is an assistant pastor, producer, and advocate for social and environmental justice. He earned a master’s degree in music with a focus on vocal performance from Morgan State University, where he also contributed significantly to the university choir. In 2020, he became the assistant pastor at Refuge Temple COGIC, a longstanding church in the Perryman community. There, he leads several ministries that support both the congregation and the wider community. Whitley is also a dedicated husband and father of four, using his platform to promote environmental justice and equity in all areas of his life.

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