Allegany County public meetings in 2021

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing agreements for land acquisition and industrial park leases. The body is also considering adding new staff positions to the Sheriff's and State's Attorney's offices.

• Agreement to acquire 39.19 acres on Messick Road for $250,000, with the County providing $125,000
• Addition of two sworn deputies to the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office
• Addition of one attorney and one paralegal position for the State’s Attorney’s Office
• Contract award to Evergreen Solutions, LLC for a Classification & Compensation Study for $41,500
• FY 2022 Capital Assistance Grant Agreement for Transit Division providing up to $300,000 in federal funds with a $75,000 local match

The Board approved a partnership agreement with Cumberland and CEDC to acquire 39.19 acres on Messick Road for $250,000, with the county contributing $125,000 from the Revolving Building Fund. They also ratified the labor agreement with the Sheriff's Correctional Division FOP Lodge #144 and approved the consent agenda, which included adding two sheriff's deputies and one attorney and one paralegal for the State's Attorney's Office.

• Approved Messick Road property acquisition agreement (39.19 acres, $250,000 total, county share $125,000)
• Ratified Labor Management Agreement with Sheriff's Correctional Division FOP Lodge #144
• Approved agenda for Pre-PACE County Water and Sewer meeting (Jan 20, 2022)
• Approved consent agenda: lease extension for Alliant Techsystems (2 months to Mar 14, 2022)
• Approved MOU with Northbranch Properties for lease purchase option on Building 27, Riverside Industrial Park
• Approved adding two sworn deputies to Sheriff's Office patrol operations
• Approved adding one attorney and one paralegal to State's Attorney's Office
• Awarded Classification & Compensation Study contract to Evergreen Solutions, LLC ($41,500)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve loans for water projects and certify companies for enterprise zone tax credits. The agenda also includes transportation planning, salvage yard licenses, and a land lease for broadband expansion.

• Resolution 21-23: $974,608 MWQFA loan for Brant Road Water
• Resolution 21-24: $615,000 MWQFA loan for Bedford Road Water Phase I
• Resolution 21-25: Enterprise Zone certifications and real property tax credits for 2022-2023
• Maryland Avenue Relocation/Improvement Study engineering proposal for $12,500 (Task 1) and $7,200 (Task 2)
• Land lease agreement for 15925 Patty Baker Road for Allconet broadband expansion

The Board approved two Maryland Water Quality Financing Administration loans: $974,608 for Brant Road Water and $615,000 for Bedford Road Water Phase I, each with half forgivable. They also passed Resolution 21-25 certifying companies for Enterprise Zone tax credits. The board continued to table a $1.5 million conditional loan with the Maryland Department of Commerce. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments and a report on a closed session.

• Approved Resolution 21-23 authorizing a $974,608 MWQFA loan for Brant Road Water.
• Approved Resolution 21-24 authorizing a $615,000 MWQFA loan for Bedford Road Water Phase I.
• Approved Resolution 21-25 certifying companies for Gateway and Route 220 South Enterprise Zones and properties for tax credits.
• Adopted the Consent Agenda, including the FY2022-2025 Cumberland Area Transportation Improvement Program amendment.
• Approved an engineering proposal for the Maryland Avenue Relocation/Improvement Study for $12,500 (Task 1) with $7,200 contingency for Task 2.
• Approved 2022 salvage yard licenses for six operations, subject to $100 fee each.
• Appointed four members to the Allegany County Commission for Women with varying term lengths.
• Continued to table the $1.5 million conditional loan resolution with Maryland Department of Commerce.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss staffing for the Allegany County Sheriff’s and State’s Attorney’s offices. The session includes Sheriff Craig Robertson and State’s Attorney James Elliott.

• Staffing discussion for Allegany County Sheriff’s Office
• Staffing discussion for State’s Attorney’s Office

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to review old business regarding redistricting, ballot drop boxes, and polling place changes. New business includes updates on electronic pollbooks, mail-in ballot applications, and computer security.

• Redistricting
• Ballot Drop Boxes
• Electronic Pollbooks Update
• SWEM Network Refresh
• Disclosure of Campaign Contributions

The board unanimously passed a preliminary motion to accept proposed polling place changes for Districts 18, 12, and 4-8, with no changes to District 26, pending a final vote after redistricting. They also unanimously approved the Allegany County Office Complex and Mountain Ridge High School as ballot drop box locations for the 2022 Gubernatorial Elections. The board tabled a change for District 26 (Frostburg Community Center to FSU Old Gym) until after the 2022 elections. No one filed for office in November.

• Approved preliminary motion to accept polling place changes for Districts 18, 12, and 4-8, with no changes to District 26, pending final vote after redistricting.
• Approved Allegany County Office Complex and Mountain Ridge High School as ballot drop box locations for the 2022 Gubernatorial Elections.
• Tabled the District 26 polling place change (Frostburg Community Center to FSU Old Gym) until after the 2022 elections.
• Approved the November 3rd board minutes unanimously.
• Closed the meeting for employee performance evaluation and probationary review under General Provisions Article §3-305(b)(1).

Solid Waste Management Board

The Board is meeting to review updates on various refuse sites and recycling initiatives. Discussion items include the Eastern Refuse Site, Cumberland Curbside Recycling, and the Solid Waste Management Plan. The board will also address new business regarding Christmas tree recycling.

• Eastern Refuse Site Improvement Update
• Cumberland Curbside Recycling Update
• Riverside Recycling Center Update
• Oldtown Refuse Site Development Update
• Christmas tree recycling

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on several economic development agreements and infrastructure funding allocations. The meeting includes votes on a large industrial project, a state loan for the Riverside Building, and parks funding.

• Agreement with JDMD Bundle, LLC for $3 million in incentives for a 193,000-square foot industrial facility near Mexico Farms Road and MD Route 51
• Resolution 21-23 for a $1.5 million conditional loan with Maryland Department of Commerce for the Riverside Building at 975 Kelly Road
• Allocation of $397,461 in FY 2022 Local Parks and Playgrounds Infrastructure Funding to the Willowbrook Outdoor Wellness Project
• Approval of the Board of Education's Fiscal Year 2023 Capital Improvement Program
• Contract with Freeport Press for $38,080 to print the 2022 Visit Mountain Maryland Destination Guide

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet in a closed session to discuss pending potential litigation. The session includes consultations with staff and legal counsel.

• Discussion of pending potential litigation
• Consultation with counsel for legal advice

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to authorize several agreements, including a transportation grant and a solar project tax stabilization. The body will also review a lease amendment for the FEMA Cumberland Logistics Center.

• FY 2022 Public Transportation Operating Assistance Grant Agreement for $1,293,434
• Jade Meadow Solar Project Tax Stabilization agreement with Point Reyes Energy Partners for $100,000 annually for 30 years
• Lease Amendment No. 7 with US General Services Administration for the FEMA Cumberland Logistics Center
• Agreement with Public Consulting Group, LLC for the Maryland Emergency Service Transporter Supplemental Payment Program
• $500 from the Community Promotions Account to support Bishop Walsh School for a basketball conference

The Board of County Commissioners approved a tax stabilization agreement with Point Reyes Energy Partners for the Jade Meadow Solar Project, providing $100,000 annually for 30 years. They also authorized several consent agenda items, including a $1,293,434 grant for public transportation and a lease amendment with the US General Services Administration. Commissioner Shade read letters into the record, including one to Governor Hogan regarding opioid litigation, but no formal action was taken on that matter. A constituent's concern about coal truck traffic on Jackson Mountain Road was discussed, with the County noting the Town of Lonaconing must commission a traffic study.

• Approved Jade Meadow Solar Project tax stabilization agreement with Point Reyes Energy Partners ($100,000/year for 30 years)
• Authorized signing of US GSA Lease Amendment No. 7 for FEMA Cumberland Logistics Center
• Authorized signing of FY 2022 Public Transportation Operating Assistance Grant Agreement ($1,293,434)
• Authorized Department of Emergency Services to join Maryland Emergency Service Transporter Supplemental Payment Program
• Approved $500 from Community Promotions Account for Bishop Walsh School basketball event
• Authorized MOU with Allegany County Board of Elections for 2022 early voting at County Office Complex
• Approved minutes of October 21, 2021 public business meeting

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to review administrative reports and election operations. Discussions include permanent absentee voters, pollbook projects, and tentative election dates for 2022.

• Ballot drop box locations
• Polling place changes
• Tentative election dates for 2022
• New pollbook printers
• Redistricting

The Allegany County Board of Elections approved the 2020 early voting site for the 2022 elections and approved MOUs for the early voting site and alternate site. They also approved the September revisions and October 6th minutes. No action was taken on polling place changes or ballot drop boxes.

• Approved September revisions and October 6th minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 early voting site for 2022 elections (unanimous)
• Approved MOUs for early voting site and alternate site (unanimous)

Solid Waste Management Board

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The Solid Waste Management Board of Allegany County met via Zoom and unanimously approved the September 2021 minutes. No formal votes or decisions were made on substantive items; the meeting consisted of status updates on recycling, refuse sites, and landfill issues. The next meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2021.

• Approved September 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the establishment of the Department of Planning and Zoning and the appointment of its director. The meeting includes votes on emergency vehicle purchases, infrastructure contracts, and several state and federal grants.

• Resolution No. 21-21 to establish the Department of Planning and Zoning
• Route 36 Waterline Replacement contract award to First Fruits Excavating for $122,930
• Purchase of a 2023 Ford F-550 Life Line Type I Ambulance for $295,436
• Acceptance of State Homeland Security Program Grant for $111,111
• Acceptance of Emergency Management Performance Grant (ARPA) for $47,244.26

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 21-21 to rename the Department of Planning and Growth to the Department of Planning and Zoning, and ratified the appointment of James A. Squires, Jr. as its director. The board also approved a consent agenda that included a waterline contract, employee rules amendments, appointments, and several grant acceptances.

• Approved Resolution 21-21 renaming Department of Planning and Growth to Planning and Zoning
• Ratified appointment of James A. Squires, Jr. as Director of Planning and Zoning
• Awarded Route 36 Waterline Replacement Contract No. W-50 to First Fruits Excavating for $122,930
• Approved Resolution 21-22 amending employee rules and regulations
• Appointed Kiersten O'Donnell to Local Management Board of Allegany County
• Re-appointed Brian N. Brinsfield to Potomac Highlands Airport Authority
• Authorized purchase of 2023 Ford F-550 ambulance for $295,436
• Accepted multiple grants including $111,111 for homeland security and $82,818.72 for emergency management

Emergency Services Board

The board reviewed the ACDES budget increase from $817,000 in 2017 to $4.2 million and discussed contracting an outside agency for a new SWOT study. Members addressed EMS staffing levels, single provider responses, and the status of COVID recovery funds.

• ACDES budget increase from $817,000 in 2017 to $4.2 million
• Appointment of Josh Bosley to the County QA Committee
• Discussion of $6,000 owed to the County for Medic Assists from Hyndman
• Implementation of a $250 Medic Assist fee for Mineral County via MOU
• Planned training for new CAD system mapping in February

The board voted to appoint Josh Bosley to the County QA Committee after a temporary pause. Discussions covered ambulance response policies, ACDES budget growth, and mutual aid issues, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Appointed Josh Bosley to County QA Committee (motion carried)
• Accepted previous meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on several American Rescue Plan funding allocations and broadband grants. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the Flintstone Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade.

• Approval of $4,665,000 in American Rescue Plan funding for the Department of Public Works
• Proposed $550,000 grant for Internet Service Providers and $500,000 for households for last mile broadband infrastructure
• Public hearing for the Flintstone Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade
• Lease/Purchase Agreement with AB Pittsburgh Plate Glass, LLC
• Reduction of required private property owner contribution in the Drainage Improvement Program from 50% to 20%

The Board of County Commissioners approved $4,665,000 from American Rescue Plan funds for the Department of Public Works, and also approved a $550,000 grant program for internet service providers and a $500,000 grant program for households to support broadband infrastructure. The board approved a five-year lease/purchase agreement with AB Pittsburgh Plate Glass, LLC, and temporarily reduced the private property owner contribution in the Drainage Improvement Program from 50% to 20%. The consent agenda included approvals for ARP funding for the Sheriff's Office, State's Attorney's Office, Detention Center, and Tourism, as well as adoption of Skyview Drive into the county roads system and tax abatements for two properties.

• Approved $4,665,000 from American Rescue Plan funds for Public Works projects
• Approved $550,000 grant program for internet service providers and $500,000 for households for broadband
• Approved five-year lease/purchase agreement with AB Pittsburgh Plate Glass, LLC
• Temporarily reduced private property owner contribution in Drainage Improvement Program from 50% to 20%
• Approved $117,850.76 ARP funding for Sheriff's Patrol Division
• Approved $11,368.96 ARP funding for State's Attorney's Office
• Approved $445,735.35 ARP funding for Detention Center
• Adopted Skyview Drive into County Roads system

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to review candidate filings, election judge responses, and polling place agreements. The agenda includes discussions on early voting memorandums of understanding and computer system security updates.

• Candidate Filings
• Early Voting MOU & Alternate EV Site MOU
• Polling Place Agreements
• Computer Systems and Software Security Updates
• Disclosure of Campaign Contributions

The Allegany County Board of Elections met and approved the September 1 minutes unanimously. The administrator reported new candidate filings, election judge response numbers, and progress on early voting and mock election preparations. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved September 1 minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a bond authorization for capital projects. The body is also deciding on several sewer improvement loans and professional engineering contracts.

• Public hearing for Code Home Rule Bill 3-21: Capital Projects Bond Authorization of $24,700,000
• Three Maryland Water Quality Loans for Bedford Road and Braddock Run sewer improvements totaling $2,301,414
• Purchase of 13800 Winchester Road and 9.5 acres for $450,000
• Contract for National Bridge Inspection Program awarded to Prime AE Group, Inc. for $596,178.12
• Sale of 134 East Main Street, Westernport to Donald G. Lucas for $14,500

The Board of County Commissioners adopted Code Home Rule Bill 3-21, authorizing $24,700,000 in capital project bonds, mostly for water and sewer projects. The board also approved three Maryland water quality loans for sewer improvements and several consent agenda items, including property purchases and engineering contracts. A $14,500 offer to purchase a Westernport property died for lack of a motion.

• Adopted Code Home Rule Bill 3-21, $24.7M capital projects bond authorization
• Approved Resolution 21-16, $1,139,732 loan for Bedford Road Sewer Improvements Phase V
• Approved Resolution 21-17, $162,500 loan for Bedford Road Sewer Improvements Phase VI
• Approved Resolution 21-18, $999,282 loan for Braddock Run Sewer Improvements Phase VI
• Approved purchase of 13800 Winchester Road (Mattingly Building) for $450,000
• Awarded $596,178.12 bridge inspection contract to Prime AE Group, Inc.
• Approved $800,000 CDBG application for Flintstone Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade
• No motion made on $14,500 offer for 134 East Main Street, Westernport; action died

Solid Waste Management Board

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Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to review candidate filings and early voting memorandums of understanding. The agenda includes discussions on ballot marking devices and computer software security updates. The board will also review registration statistics.

• Early Voting MOU & Alternate EV Site MOU
• MDVOTERS Disaster Recovery Failover Test
• NFB and Ballot Marking Devices
• Mock Election
• Computer Systems and Software Security Updates

The Allegany County Board of Elections met and unanimously approved the minutes from its August 4th meeting. The board heard that Craig Robertson filed for Sheriff on August 19, 2021, and that 240 election judge responses had been received. Staff reported on the state's plan to place ballot marking devices at polling places, and a mock election is scheduled for October/November 2021. No formal policy decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved the August 4, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:30 AM by unanimous motion.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a bond authorization for infrastructure and economic development. The meeting also includes votes on road paving, tax abatements for demolished properties, and various grant agreements.

• Code Home Rule Bill 3-21: $24,700,000 bond for water, sewer, and economic development projects
• Allocation of $184,719 in Program Open Space funds to the Willowbrook Outdoor Wellness project
• Tax abatements totaling $8,317.33 for six properties in Cumberland to be demolished
• Sale of 134 East Main Street, Westernport to Sloan Holdings, LLC for $17,500
• Grant awards: $95,000 for Washington Street Library Restoration and $36,000 for Sheriff's Office recruiting

The Board of County Commissioners introduced Code Home Rule Bill 3-21, authorizing $24,700,000 in bonds for multiple water and sewer projects and an economic development project, with a public hearing set for September 9, 2021. The board also approved amendments to the FY2022 Program Open Space Plan, allocating $184,719 to the Willowbrook Outdoor Wellness project, and approved FY2022 50/50 Other Public Roads paving projects. A consent agenda was adopted, including tax abatements totaling $8,317.33 for six Cumberland properties, a $130,607 transit agreement with Frostburg State University, and several grant acceptances. No items were denied or tabled.

• Introduced Code Home Rule Bill 3-21 for $24,700,000 in bonds (unanimous)
• Approved FY2022 Program Open Space amendment allocating $184,719 to Willowbrook Outdoor Wellness
• Approved FY2022 50/50 Other Public Roads paving projects
• Adopted consent agenda including Resolution 21-15 (employee rules amendments)
• Approved $130,607 MOU with Frostburg State University for bus service
• Authorized tax abatements totaling $8,317.33 for six Cumberland properties
• Approved sale of 134 East Main Street, Westernport to Sloan Holdings for $17,500
• Authorized $95,000 grant for Washington Street Library Restoration and $36,000 for Sheriff's recruiting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda with 10 items, including a $924,986.56 fuel bid, $287,749.66 for two dump trucks, and agreements for the Potomac River Project. They also accepted a $21,482 grant for sheriff's community policing and made two board appointments. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved 12-month consulting agreement with Atkinson Eco, LLC for Potomac River Project
• Authorized MOU for Potomac River Project with Water and Land Solutions, LLC and partners
• Awarded fuel bid to Southern States Cumberland Co-op, Inc. for $924,986.56
• Authorized purchase of two dump trucks from Beltway Companies for $287,749.66
• Approved $11,625 engineering proposal for East End Frostburg Pedestrian Connection Study
• Appointed Michael A. Llewellyn to Building Code Appeals Board (term to 2026)
• Appointed Jade Kenney to Mental Health Advisory Board (term to 2022)
• Accepted $21,482 grant for Sheriff's Office community policing events

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss ARP federal stimulus funds. This is the only substantive item listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of ARP Federal Stimulus Funds

Emergency Services Board

The board discussed emergency response protocols, including a pending clarification to the 2018 Ambulance Response Policy. Members reviewed equipment updates, training schedules, and the distribution of recovery funds.

• Approved CAD box assignments
• Approved use of Jan. 2020 VAIP document for ambulance inspections
• County awarded $4 million in American Recovery Act monies from MEMA
• Ambulance 513 placed in service; 514 ordered
• Midland VFD awarded an Operations Grant

The board approved CAD box assignments and agreed to use the Jan. 2020 VAIP document for ambulance inspections. A motion to appoint Josh Bosley as career ALS representative to the QA Board was not approved and held. The board also noted receipt of $4 million in American Recovery Act funds for county departments.

• Approved CAD box assignments (motion by Robert Ritchie, seconded by Chris Biggs)
• Approved use of Jan. 2020 VAIP document for ambulance inspections (motion by Scott Whetzel, seconded by Roger Bennett)
• Retained current QA Board membership (motion carried)
• Held appointment of Josh Bosley as career ALS representative to QA Board (not approved)

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to review administrative reports and election preparations. The agenda includes discussions on candidate filings, polling place agreements, and software security updates.

• Candidate Filings
• City of Cumberland MOU
• Polling Place Agreements
• Computer Systems and Software Security Updates
• Disclosure of Campaign Contributions

The Allegany County Board of Elections approved a memorandum of understanding with the City of Cumberland for backup office space, and swore in Crystal Brown as the new registrar. The board also approved the July 7 minutes and discussed updates on candidate filings, election judge responses, and security updates.

• Approved July 7 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved City of Cumberland MOU for backup election office (unanimous)
• Administered oath of office to new Registrar Crystal Brown

Solid Waste Management Board

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Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on consolidating two residential refuse sites into a new location on MV Smith Road. The body is also reviewing a 15-year lease agreement for a tire recycling facility in McCoole Business Park.

• Consolidation of Flintstone and Little Orleans refuse sites into a new MV Smith Road site
• 15-year Lease/Purchase Agreement with MNM&D, Inc. for a tire recycling facility in McCoole Business Park
• Property tax credits for multiple entities including Frostburg Lions Club and Cumberland Outdoor Club
• Purchase of three pickup trucks from Hertrich Fleet Services, Inc. totaling $105,332
• Acceptance of $15,020 and $58,246.40 grants for gun violence reduction and opioid diversion programs

The Board of County Commissioners approved a 15-year lease/purchase agreement with MNM&D, Inc. to establish a tire recycling facility in the McCoole Business Park, and authorized the President to sign. They also ratified a three-year labor agreement with the Roads Division AFSCME Local #1633, granted annual property tax credits to various organizations, and approved consolidating two refuse sites into a new MV Smith Road site. The consent agenda included accepting a $200 offer for surplus property, grants for gun violence reduction and opioid diversion, truck purchases, and board appointments.

• Approved 15-year lease/purchase with MNM&D, Inc. for tire recycling facility (unanimous)
• Ratified 3-year labor agreement with Roads Division AFSCME Local #1633 (unanimous)
• Granted property tax credits for FY2021-22 to 11 organizations (unanimous)
• Approved consolidation of Flintstone and Little Orleans refuse sites into MV Smith Road site (unanimous)
• Accepted $200 offer for surplus property at 17110 NE Carscaden Road (consent agenda)
• Authorized Sheriff's Office to accept $15,020 gun violence reduction grant (consent agenda)
• Authorized State's Attorney's Office to accept $58,246.40 opioid diversion grant (consent agenda)
• Authorized purchase of 3 pickup trucks totaling $105,332 (consent agenda)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to authorize several land and service agreements. Key items include a five-year lease amendment for a FEMA facility and a dietary services contract for the county detention center.

• Five-year lease amendment for FEMA Cumberland Logistics Center (Feb 14, 2022 – Feb 13, 2027)
• Dietary services agreement with Aramark Correctional Services, LLC estimated at $318,574
• Sale of surplus property at 23030 Waterside Street, Barton, Maryland for $2,000
• Land lease agreement and quitclaim bill of sale with Celanese Acetate, LLC
• Release and rebid of Contract S-91 for Braddock Run-Jennings Run Sewage Conveyance Improvements

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to discuss the 2020 Presidential Primary and General Election Audit Report. The body will also review the FY22 budget and various memorandums of understanding regarding early voting.

• 2020 Presidential Primary and General Election Audit Report
• FY22 Budget
• Early Voting & Alternate Early Voting MOUs
• City of Cumberland MOU
• Midland Special Election

The Allegany County Board of Elections unanimously approved the June 2nd minutes. The FY22 budget will include a 15% increase for all staff members. The board discussed that the state will not certify the EVS6110 voting system for the 2022 gubernatorial election, and that no candidates filed in June. The board reviewed the 2020 presidential election audit report, which found one minor issue with provisional ballot rejection codes.

• Approved the June 2nd minutes unanimously.
• Noted FY22 budget includes 15% staff salary increase.
• Heard that SBE will not certify EVS6110 for 2022 elections.
• Reviewed 2020 presidential election audit report; response signed and sent to SBE.
• Discussed early voting MOUs, pending review and vote.
• Noted no candidates filed in June.
• Heard registrar interviews held; name sent to commissioners for review.
• Adjourned meeting at 10:26 A.M.

Solid Waste Management Board

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Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several labor management agreements and budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2021. The meeting includes appointments to county boards and bid awards for road materials.

• Budget amendments for FY 2021 totaling $8,925,217
• Labor agreements for FOP Lodge #144, 911 Communications Local #1521 C, IAFF Lodge #1715, and AFSCME Local #1633
• Bid award for crushed stone to Allegany Aggregates for $184,951.75
• Bid award for emulsified asphalt to Russel Standard at $1.986 per gallon
• Appointment of Kristi D. Liller as Human Resources Director

The Board of County Commissioners ratified four labor agreements with FOP Lodge #144, 911 Emergency Communications Local #1521 C, IAFF Local #1715, and Transit AFSCME Local #1633, each with new pay scales or wage adjustments. They also ratified the appointment of Kristi D. Liller as Human Resources Director and approved twelve budget amendments totaling $8,925,217 for items like vacation buyback and CARES Act funding. The consent agenda was adopted, including resolutions and appointments.

• Approved the final Labor Management Agreement with FOP Lodge #144 (Sheriff's Patrol and Judicial Division), a 6-year contract with a new pay scale.
• Approved the final Labor Management Agreement with 911 Emergency Communications Bargaining Unit Local #1521 C, a 3-year contract with wage adjustments.
• Approved the final Labor Management Agreement with IAFF Local #1715 (Emergency Medical Services Division), a 4-year contract with a new pay scale.
• Approved the final Labor Management Agreement with Transit AFSCME Local #1633, a 6-year contract with wage adjustments.
• Ratified the appointment of Kristi D. Liller as Allegany County Human Resources Director.
• Approved twelve Fiscal Year 2021 budget amendments totaling $8,925,217.
• Adopted the consent agenda, including Resolution 21-14 (employee rules amendments), FY2022 Program Open Space Annual Plan, and bid awards for emulsified asphalt and crushed stone.
• Approved appointments/re-appointments to the Planning Commission, Library Board, Airport Authority, and Sanitary Commission.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a manufacturer's tax exemption and the appointment of a Public Works Director. The meeting includes discussions on the Frostburg State University Physician Assistant Program and the MV Smith Road Residential Refuse Site.

• Manufacturer's tax exemption for AES Warrior Run Limited Partnership for $693,956 less $50,000
• Commercial lease with Allegany College of Maryland for 37 Lane Avenue, LaVale
• Sale of 10114 Hopkins Street, Ellerslie for an estimated $115,900
• Tax abatement request in the amount of $9,240.20
• Authorization for preliminary design of the Dehaven/Mason Road Water Project

The Board of County Commissioners ratified the appointment of Adam Patterson, PE, as the new Public Works Director, effective after current Director Paul Kahl retires on June 30, 2021. The board also approved a manufacturer's tax exemption for AES Warrior Run, passed Resolution 21-13 for Rocky Gap slots allocation, and adopted the consent agenda, which included moving the Washington Street Bridge to the top of the 2021 priority letter to the Maryland Department of Transportation.

• Ratified Adam Patterson, PE, as Allegany County Public Works Director.
• Approved manufacturer's tax exemption for AES Warrior Run Limited Partnership for $693,956 less $50,000, for ten years starting tax year 2021-2022.
• Passed Resolution 21-13 authorizing the Finance Department to update Rocky Gap slots allocation for January 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022.
• Moved Washington Street Bridge from number 15 to number 1 on the 2021 Priority Letter to Maryland Department of Transportation.
• Approved a Commercial Lease with Allegany College of Maryland for 37 Lane Avenue, LaVale, for a workforce training and makerspace facility.
• Authorized the Department of Public Works to begin preliminary design and funding documents for the Dehaven/Mason Road Water Project.
• Authorized tax abatement of $9,240.20 for uncollectible old real and personal property accounts.
• Approved the sale of 10114 Hopkins Street, Ellerslie, to Randy J. Ritchey for an estimated net of $115,900.

Emergency Services Board

The June 8, 2021 meeting of the Allegany County Emergency Services Board was cancelled because there were no agenda items to address. No decisions were made or actions taken.

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to review the FY22 budget and address administrative updates. Discussions include candidate filings, registration statistics, and vacancies for the Registrar and Deputy Director positions.

• FY22 Budget
• Registrar vacancy
• Deputy Director update
• Candidate filings
• Computer systems and software security updates

The Allegany County Board of Elections met on June 2, 2021, and approved a new election judge application format that combines the inquiry and application into one form. The board also received updates on the FY22 budget, the selection of Samantha Logsdon as Deputy Director, and the hiring process for a new Registrar. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 5th minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new election judge application format (unanimous)

Solid Waste Management Board

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Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022 Operating and Capital Budget and the associated tax levy. The session includes decisions on the five-year Capital Improvement Program and various grant and contract approvals.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2022 Operating and Capital Budget in the amount of $136,648,550
• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program
• Acceptance of a $232,947 Nonprofit Recovery Initiative grant
• Contract award of $62,501 to W.C. Weil Company for North Branch Industrial Park water system work
• Authorization of $150,000 Emergency Community Water Assistance Grant for Route 36 water line replacement

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Fiscal Year 2022 Operating and Capital Budget of $136,648,550 via Resolution 21-12, with no tax increase. The board also adopted the tax levy and supplemental levies for special taxing areas, and approved water and sewer rates recommended by the Sanitary Commission. A five-year Capital Improvement Program for FY2022-2026 was also adopted.

• Adopted FY2022 Operating and Capital Budget of $136,648,550 (Resolution 21-12)
• Adopted tax levy and differential with no tax increase
• Adopted supplemental levy for special taxing areas
• Approved FY2022 water and sewer rates recommended by Sanitary Commission
• Adopted five-year Capital Improvement Program FY2022-2026
• Approved funding for liquor license fee reimbursements per HB 880
• Accepted $232,947 Nonprofit Recovery Initiative grant
• Authorized Board of Education FY2021 budget amendments totaling $2M

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the second preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2022. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure projects, including bridge replacements and a new emergency services vehicle.

• Transfer of $2,732,536 to the Maryland Mortgage Program for tax-exempt housing bonds
• Purchase of a 2022 Navistar HV507 Special Operations Box Truck for $188,630.70
• Material contract for Bridge A-126 Welsh Hill Road over George’s Creek awarded to Lane Enterprises for $49,964.54
• Approval of the Cumberland Area FY 2022-2025 Amended Transportation Improvement Program
• Payment of $1,000 from the Community Promotions Account for Frostburg Lodge #470 45th Derby Day

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 21-9, authorizing the transfer of $2,732,536 to the Maryland Mortgage Program for tax-exempt housing bonds. They also approved a priority list of nine projects for ARC funding, adopted the consent agenda (including a $188,630.70 box truck purchase and a $49,964.54 bridge material contract), and held a public hearing on the FY2022 budget with no public comments. The FY2022 budget of $96,458,503 and the Five-Year CIP are scheduled for action at the May 27, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Resolution 21-9, transferring $2,732,536 to Maryland Mortgage Program (unanimous)
• Approved transmittal of nine ARC priority projects to Tri-County Council (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda items 7-13, including $188,630.70 box truck purchase and $49,964.54 bridge material contract (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda item 14, appointing Rick McKenzie to LaVale Sanitary Commission (2-1, Brodie abstained)
• Approved minutes of April 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Election Board

The Board of Elections will meet to review administrative reports and registration statistics. The agenda includes discussions on computer systems security and the municipal election schedule.

• Municipal Election Schedule
• Computer Systems and Software Security Updates
• Registration Statistics
• Disclosure of Campaign Contributions

The Allegany County Board of Elections met on May 5, 2021, and unanimously approved the minutes from the April 7 meeting. The board discussed several pending state election bills, including new early voting hours and requirements for correctional facilities, and noted concerns about staffing and safety. The board is awaiting county commissioners' approval for a new deputy director, and the only municipal election this year is scheduled for Lonaconing on May 11.

• Approved April 7 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed HB156/SB283, HB206/SB596, HB222/SB224, HB738, HB745, HB1048/SB683 (no votes taken)
• Instructed administrator to keep board updated on correctional facility voting regulations
• Noted deputy director selection submitted to county commissioners for approval
• Confirmed support for Lonaconing municipal election on May 11

Solid Waste Management Board

The Board is meeting to discuss updates on refuse sites and recycling initiatives. Key agenda items include the expiration of the Penn-Mar recycling contract and progress on the Solid Waste Management Plan.

• Recycling contract with Penn-Mar ending June 30, 2021
• Eastern Refuse Site Improvement Recommendation
• Oldtown Refuse Site Development update
• Too Toxic to Trash Event scheduled for October 9, 2021
• Landfill closure planned for Q1 2022

The Solid Waste Management Board unanimously approved a recommendation to move ahead with the MV Smith Road site for a new refuse facility, which will include a compactor, ADA-compliant access, and a full recycling suite. The board also approved updated bylaws and new member Dusty Hilbert, and renewed the Penn-Mar recycling contract for one year. Several other items were discussed but not voted on, including the Too Toxic to Trash event, #5 plastic recycling, and the Oldtown refuse site opening.

• Approved MV Smith Road site recommendation for new refuse facility (unanimous)
• Approved updated bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved Dusty Hilbert's membership with Paul High as alternate (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March and April 2021 (unanimous)
• Renewed Penn-Mar recycling contract through June 30, 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing on the FY2022 preliminary budget and review the 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. The board is also deciding on several property transfers, grant applications, and a legal complaint against CSX Transportation.

• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2022 Preliminary Budget
• Authorization to file a formal complaint against CSX Transportation regarding the Washington Street bridge
• Grant application for a $168,500 courthouse security camera system
• Sale of three Scattered Sites Housing Program properties for $41,500, $54,100, and $35,000
• Grant agreements for emergency housing ($151,112) and homelessness solutions ($236,900)

The Board authorized the County Attorney to file a formal complaint against CSX Transportation with the National Surface Transportation Board regarding the destruction and disputed repairs of the Washington Street bridge, and to secure outside counsel if needed. The Board also approved the transfer of Lot 8 in the Frostburg Business Park to Calumet Enterprises for $50,000, and adopted the consent agenda with 13 items including employee rule amendments, a dental plan renewal, and property sales. A public hearing on the FY2022 preliminary budget was held with no public comments.

• Authorized filing formal complaint against CSX over Washington Street bridge
• Approved transfer of Lot 8, Frostburg Business Park to Calumet Enterprises for $50,000
• Adopted Resolution 21-8 amending county employee rules
• Renewed CareFirst dental plan for employees (July 2021-June 2022)
• Approved GSA lease amendment for 11400 PPG Road with two-year extension
• Approved Penn-Mar Recycling agreement for July 2021-June 2022
• Authorized Circuit Court grant application for $168,500 security camera system
• Approved three Scattered Sites property sales (Gephart Dr, Fairview Ave, Polk St)

Emergency Services Board

The board received reports on ambulance renumbering, new equipment deliveries, and grant opportunities. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded
• Ambulance renumbering draft ready for next EMS committee meeting
• New ambulance delivery expected mid-May, in service by June 1
• Pediatric training grant received; mannequins purchased
• Fire investigation unit to be stationed at Cumberland Barrack
• State budget includes $4M grant program for COVID revenue loss; deadline end of April

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved the appointment of Jason M. Bennett, CPA, as County Administrator, and authorized signing Maryland Relief Act grant agreements to distribute funds to local businesses. They also approved a road closing petition for an alley near the LaVale Library, renewed a business attraction services contract, and declared surplus vehicles. Public comments were heard regarding a Sheriff's Office eviction and complaint process.

• Approved appointment of Jason M. Bennett as County Administrator
• Authorized signing of Relief Act grant agreements: $251,362.99 for restaurants/caterers, $5,718.14 for online sales/telework, $114,362.72 for lodging
• Approved road closing petition for unnamed alley in Woodland Addition, Cumberland
• Renewed Business Attraction Services contract with $125,000/year (Commissioner Shade abstained)
• Authorized FY2020 Part II CARES grant agreements for $1,638,778 in transit funds
• Declared 18 surplus vehicles and one tractor for public auction
• Approved minutes of March 25, 2021 meeting

Election Board

The Board of Elections will meet to review administrative reports and old business, including the FY22 budget and FY21 inventory. New business items include the election calendar and legislative updates.

• FY22 Budget
• FY21 Inventory
• Election Calendar
• 2021 Legislative Update
• Computer Systems and Software Security Updates

The Allegany County Board of Elections met and unanimously approved the minutes from its March 3rd meeting. The board heard that the FY21 inventory audit reached 100% compliance and that post-election maintenance on voting equipment was completed. Members were reminded to file financial disclosures by April 30, 2021, and were given the FY22 budget request and 2022 election calendar for information only.

• Approved the March 3rd meeting minutes unanimously
• Noted FY21 inventory audit reached 100% compliance
• Noted post-election maintenance on voting equipment completed and documented
• Reminded members to complete financial disclosures by April 30, 2021
• Received FY22 budget request; no in-person budget meetings due to Covid-19
• Received 2022 election calendar and 2021 legislative update for information
• Confirmed March Microsoft security updates applied to all workstations
• Adjourned meeting at 10:00 A.M. unanimously

Solid Waste Management Board

The Board is meeting to discuss updates on the Cumberland curbside recycling program and the Eastern Refuse Site improvement recommendation. The agenda includes reviews of the 2019 and 2020 Maryland Recycling Act reports and a progress report on the Solid Waste Management Plan.

• Eastern Refuse Site Improvement Recommendation
• Recycling contract with Penn-Mar ending June 30, 2021
• Too Toxic to Trash Event scheduled for October 9, 2021
• Landfill closure planned for Q1 2022
• Potomac Rivers Spring Clean Up on April 10

The Solid Waste Management Board of Allegany County met on April 7, 2021, but lacked a quorum, so no formal decisions were made. The meeting was informational, covering updates on recycling, hazardous waste events, and contract renewals. The board discussed tentative plans for a Household Hazardous Waste event and a tire collection event, but no votes were taken.

• No quorum, no formal decisions made
• Discussed tentative HHW event for Oct 9, 2021, with pledges from Burgmeier's ($250), NEFCO ($500), and City of Cumberland ($3,000)
• Discussed renewing Penn-Mar Recycling contract on April 21, 2021
• Noted Oldtown Refuse Site to open Summer 2021
• Discussed adding #5 plastics to recycling, pending request to Steve Miller

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on constant yield and decide on several contracts and grants. Key items include a rail biking lease and the adoption of long-range transportation plans for the Cumberland area.

• Memorandum of Understanding with Tracks and Yaks to lease tracks for a rail biking business
• Bowling Green Drainage Improvement Project Phase II-A bid award to Excavating Associates, Inc. for $299,223
• ERAP 1 Homelessness Solutions Program Grant Agreement for up to $3,389,068
• Cumberland Area Fiscal Year 2022-2025 Transportation Improvement Program (Resolution 21-5)
• Purchase of a used Ford F250 pickup truck for $40,728

The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Tracks and Yaks to lease a portion of the tracks for a rail biking business starting in May 2021. They also approved a Real Estate Tax Set Aside Agreement with Evergreen Associates, LLC, for the Prichard Farms Development Project. The Board adopted the consent agenda, which included resolutions, bid awards, and grant agreements. A public hearing was held on the constant yield tax rate, with one resident speaking in opposition.

• Approved the minutes of the March 11, 2021, public business meeting.
• Approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Tracks and Yaks to lease a portion of the tracks for a rail biking business beginning in May 2021.
• Approved a Real Estate Tax Set Aside Agreement with Evergreen Associates, LLC, for the Prichard Farms Development Project.
• Adopted the consent agenda, including Resolution 21-5 (Transportation Improvement Program), Resolution 21-6 (Long Range Transportation Plan), and Resolution 21-7 (Employee Rules amendments).
• Awarded the Bowling Green Drainage Improvement Project Phase II-A to Excavating Associates, Inc., for $299,223.
• Authorized the purchase of a used Ford F250 pickup truck for $40,728.
• Accepted a grant of up to $3,389,068 for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program 1 Homelessness Solutions Program.
• Accepted a grant of $4,980 for the Sheriff's Office to send deputies to a training conference.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a service agreement for online tax sales. The body is also deciding on the sale of two properties under the Scattered Sites Housing Program and the acceptance of homelessness solution grants.

• Service agreement with Real Tax for an online tax sale product
• Sale of 17219 Beechers Avenue, Eckhart, for $25,000
• Sale of 540 Fairview Avenue, Cumberland, for $55,100
• Acceptance of up to $207,519 in ESG-CV2 Homelessness Solutions Program Grant funds
• Declaration of a 1986 International Dump Truck as surplus property

The Board approved Resolution 21-4, authorizing a $2,642,000 note for LaVale Sanitary at 1.77% interest over 16 years, refinancing existing debt and saving about $383,000. They also authorized a three-year agreement with Realauction to conduct the county's tax sale online, with a $10 fee per item. The consent agenda was adopted, including property sales and a $207,519 homelessness grant. Commissioner Brodie abstained on the bond resolution and agenda addition.

• Approved adding Item 2A (2021 LaVale Refunding Bond Resolution) to the agenda; Brodie abstained.
• Approved minutes of the February 25, 2021 meeting.
• Authorized signing a three-year agreement with Realauction for online tax sale services.
• Approved and passed Resolution 21-4 for a $2,642,000 LaVale refunding bond; Brodie abstained.
• Adopted the consent agenda, including sale of 17219 Beechers Avenue for $25,000.
• Adopted consent agenda item approving sale of 540 Fairview Avenue for $55,100.
• Authorized signing grant agreement accepting up to $207,519 in ESG-CV2 funds.
• Authorized declaring a 1986 International Dump Truck as surplus.

Emergency Services Board

The board approved the Standardized Response Policy and the CAD box assignments, with a final vote on the Personnel Staffing Response Policy pending at the next Fire Service Committee meeting. The county also procured two Lifepak 15 monitor/defibrillators via a MIEMSS grant, and the CAD system is expected to go live in October 2021.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion by Josh Burkett, second by Robert Ritchie)
• Approved Standardized Response Policy (committee vote)
• Approved CAD box assignments (motion by Robert Ritchie, second by Chris Biggs)
• Procured two Lifepak 15 monitor/defibrillators via MIEMSS 50/50 grant

Election Board

The Allegany County Board of Elections is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving minutes, financial disclosures, and the FY22 budget. The board will also discuss a manual ballot tabulation audit for the 2020 General Election, 2022 candidate filings, and legislative updates. Public participation requires pre-approval by the chairman.

• Manual Ballot Tabulation Audit – 2020 General
• FY22 Budget
• 2021 Legislative Update
• Computer Systems and Software Security Updates
• 2022 Candidate Filings

The Allegany County Board of Elections met and unanimously approved the February 3rd minutes. The board reviewed a draft of the FY22 budget, noting the Deputy Director of Elections position was approved by the County Commissioners on February 25, 2021, and that a final budget version will be presented in April. The board also reviewed the results of the February 8th manual ballot tabulation audit, which found no differences from the voting system count.

• Approved the February 3rd meeting minutes unanimously.
• Reviewed the draft FY22 budget; final version to be presented at the April board meeting.
• Noted the Deputy Director of Elections position was approved by the County Commissioners on February 25, 2021.
• Reviewed the February 8th manual ballot tabulation audit, which found no discrepancies.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:16 A.M. by unanimous motion.

Solid Waste Management Board

The Allegany County Solid Waste Management Board meets March 3, 2021, via Zoom, to approve February minutes and hear a presentation on Eastern Refuse Site improvements. Old business includes updates on curbside recycling, the Riverside Recycling Center, Oldtown Refuse Site development, and the Solid Waste Management Plan. The board will also discuss the recycling contract with Penn-Mar, which ends June 30, 2021, and trash sticker sales ending at Walgreens in April 2021.

• Presentation: Eastern Refuse Site Improvements
• Recycling Contract with Penn-Mar ends June 30, 2021
• Trash Stickers – Walgreens Sticker Sales end April 2021 & Compliance
• Too Toxic to Trash Event – Sat October 9, 2021 – Letters of Funding support (draft)
• Landfill – Closure Q1 2022

The Board reviewed a report on improving Eastern Refuse Sites and discussed a preferred option to consolidate the Flinstone and Little Orleans sites into a new site at MV Smith Road, with a recommendation to be made on April 7. The Board approved 2021 HHW funding requests and recommended John Kirby for appointment to represent Frostburg. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved minutes from February 3, 2021 unanimously.
• Approved 2021 HHW funding requests (motion by Carolyn Mathews, seconded by Steve Young).
• Recommended the Commissioners appoint John Kirby to the Solid Waste Management Board (motion by Stu Czapski, seconded by Lee Heavner, unanimously approved).
• Discussed consolidating Flinstone and Little Orleans refuse sites into a new site at MV Smith Road; recommendation deferred to April 7 meeting.
• Noted Walgreens will stop selling trash stickers in March; Pet Wants will become a vendor.
• Scheduled a special meeting to achieve a 10-member quorum for bylaw review.
• Scheduled clean-up events for April 10 (rain date April 17) at multiple locations.

Board of County Commissioners

The Allegany County Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing on a bill to set compensation for public officials, and will also hear updates on college scholarship programs. The board will vote on the consent agenda, which includes transit grant applications, employee rule amendments, and declaring surplus weapons.

• Public hearing on Code Home Rule Bill 2-21, 'Compensation for Public Officials'
• Resolution 21-2 authorizing FY2022 transit grant applications
• Resolution 21-3 amending county employee rules and regulations
• Declaration of surplus property: Sheriff's Office to dispose of guns/weapons
• Updates on Allegany College of Maryland and Frostburg State University opportunity scholarships

The Board of County Commissioners adopted Code Home Rule Bill 2-21, which sets compensation for public officials, after a public hearing with no comments. The board also approved a consent agenda that included resolutions for transit grant applications and employee rules amendments, plus a declaration of surplus weapons. Presentations were given on the Opportunity Scholarship Program by Allegany College of Maryland and Frostburg State University.

• Adopted Code Home Rule Bill 2-21 'Compensation for Public Officials'
• Approved Resolution 21-2 authorizing FY2022 transit grant applications
• Approved Resolution 21-3 amending County employee rules and regulations
• Authorized Sheriff's Office to declare surplus guns/weapons for disposal
• Approved minutes of February 11, 2021 meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Allegany County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a road opening petition to close an unimproved alley near the LaVale Library, then consider several action items including introducing a bill on public official compensation, approving a contract for a new assistant county attorney, and a subordination agreement with Manticorp, LLC. The consent agenda includes property sales, a grant to Cumberland for demolition, a dump truck purchase, and other routine approvals.

• Public hearing on closing portion of unnamed alley in Woodland Addition, Cumberland
• Introduction of Code Home Rule Bill 2-21 on Compensation for Public Officials
• Contract for Ramon Rozas III as Assistant County Attorney
• Subordination agreement with Manticorp, LLC for business development
• Sale of 62 Spring Street, Frostburg to TD Properties for $40,000

The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda that included a $3,000 allocation to the Hooley Plunge in honor of Dr. Sean McCagh, and a recordation tax exemption for a property transfer to Berry Plastics. They also hired Ramon Rozas, III as Assistant County Attorney, approved a subordination agreement with Manticorp, LLC, and introduced a bill on public official compensation. The meeting was largely routine, with no public comments on the road closing petition.

• Approved $3,000 allocation to Hooley Plunge in honor of Dr. Sean McCagh
• Approved recordation tax exemption for property transfer to Berry Plastics
• Approved hiring Ramon Rozas, III as Assistant County Attorney
• Approved subordination agreement with Manticorp, LLC for economic development
• Introduced Code Home Rule Bill 2-21 on public official compensation
• Approved $40,000 sale of 62 Spring Street, Frostburg to TD Properties
• Awarded $265,282 contract for two dump trucks to Freightliner of Hagerstown
• Approved $155,000 to City of Cumberland for environmental abatement and demolition

Election Board

The Allegany County Board of Elections is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving prior minutes and receiving reports. The board will discuss the 2020 Presidential General Election overview, the FY22 budget, and several operational items such as mileage reimbursement, financial disclosures, and a manual ballot tabulation audit. Public participation requires pre-approval by the chairman.

• Presidential General Election Overview
• 2021 Mileage Reimbursement
• FY22 Budget
• Manual Ballot Tabulation Audit
• 2021 Municipal Election Requests

The Allegany County Board of Elections unanimously approved sending a letter to the county finance director requesting a new deputy director position, converting a vacant part-time role to full-time, and a 15% salary adjustment for all employees. The board also reviewed 2020 general election statistics, including a 74.62% turnout and a significant increase in early voting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved sending letter requesting deputy director position, full-time registrar conversion, and 15% salary adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved October 7, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Solid Waste Management Board

The Allegany County Solid Waste Management Board will meet to discuss updates on curbside recycling, the Riverside Recycling Center, and the Oldtown Refuse Site, as well as the 2021 priorities. They will also review the 2019 Maryland Recycling Act report, a recycling contract with Penn-Mar that ends June 30, 2021, and the upcoming closure of the landfill in Q1 2022. The meeting includes a task force session at 2:00 pm and the board meeting at 3:00 pm, both via Zoom.

• Cumberland Curbside Recycling Update
• Recycling Contract with Penn-Mar ends June 30, 2021
• Landfill closure scheduled for Q1 2022
• Trash sticker sales at Walgreens end April 2021
• 2019 MRA report review

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a bond refunding for the LaVale Sanitary District and take action on several items, including a COVID-related amendment to the Length of Service Awards Program. The consent agenda includes contracts for inmate health care, ambulance and truck purchases, and grant acceptances.

• Public hearing on Code Home Rule Bill 1-21, LaVale Sanitary District Refunding Bond Authorization
• Third Amendment to Wellpath inmate health care services contract, $1,085,280.51 for July 2021–June 2022
• Purchase of 2021 Ford F-550 ambulance, $279,943
• Purchase of 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HC pickup truck, $54,715
• Approve amended PILOT agreement with Allegany Junction Limited Partnership and Woda Cooper Communities

Board of County Commissioners

The Allegany County Commissioners will vote on awarding three sewer construction contracts totaling about $22.15 million, authorize a $389,729 restaurant grant agreement modification, and introduce a bond bill for the LaVale Sanitary District. They will also hear the Salary Study Commission report and consider several smaller contracts and grants.

• Award $11,671,487 contract to Carl Belt for Locust Grove Sewage Pumping Station Replacement (S-85)
• Award $5,685,850 contract to Garney Construction for Locust Grove 30" Gravity Sewer Project (S-90)
• Award $4,793,790 contract to First Fruits, Inc. for Locust Grove Force Main and LaVale Water Main Replacement (S-91)
• Authorize $389,729 grant agreement modification with Maryland Dept. of Commerce for restaurant relief
• Introduce Code Home Rule Bill 1-21 for LaVale Sanitary District Refunding Bond Authorization

Solid Waste Management Board

The Allegany County Solid Waste Management Board is meeting to discuss updates on curbside recycling, the Riverside Recycling Center, and the Oldtown Refuse Site, as well as the recycling contract with Penn-Mar that ends June 30, 2021. They will also review the 2019 Maryland Recycling Act report, legislative updates, and set 2021 priorities. The meeting includes a task force session and a regular board meeting, both held via Zoom.

• Cumberland Curbside Recycling Update
• Recycling Contract with Penn-Mar ends June 30, 2021
• Trash Stickers – Walgreens Sticker Sales end April 2021 & Compliance
• Landfill – Closure Q1 2022
• 2019 MRA Report (35.11% recycling rate, 39.11% with source reduction credits)