Allegany County public meetings in 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a swearing-in ceremony and elect a Board President. The body is deciding on enterprise zone certifications, a loan for a utilities service center, and various lease and software agreements.

• Resolution 22-27 regarding Enterprise Zone Certification for Gateway, Route 220 South, and Frostburg zones
• $456,000 loan from the general fund to the sanitary fund for the Mattingly Building renovation
• Temporary Lease Agreement with Western Maryland Builders, LLC for 20 E. Main Street, Frostburg
• Resolution 22-28 to amend the Cumberland Area Fiscal Year 2022-2025 Transportation Improvement Program
• Approval of CivicClerk agenda and meeting management software

The Board of County Commissioners appointed David Caporale as Board President and established new committee assignments. The Board also approved tax credits for enterprise zones and several consent agenda items including a loan for a utilities service center.

• Appointed Commissioner David Caporale as Board President
• Approved Commissioner Committee Assignments
• Passed Resolution 22-27 certifying companies and properties for Enterprise Zone real property tax credits (2023-2024)
• Approved cooperation agreement with Housing Authority of the City of Cumberland for John F. Kennedy Homes and Wills Creek View, LP
• Approved temporary lease with Western Maryland Builders, LLC for a tech incubator at 20 E. Main Street, Frostburg
• Approved $456,000 general fund loan to the sanitary fund for the Allegany County Utilities Service Center
• Approved purchase of CivicClerk agenda and meeting management software
• Approved Resolution 22-28 amending the Cumberland Area FY 2022-2025 Transportation Improvement Program

Emergency Services Board

The Board accepted previous meeting minutes and approved policies regarding infectious disease, hydrants, close calls, and incident command. Emergency Management announced the release of 508 funds, providing $12,568.26 to every department.

• Accepted previous meeting minutes
• Approved Infectious Disease, Hydrant, Close Call, and Incident Command Policies
• Released 508 funds totaling $12,568.26 per department

Solid Waste Management Board

The Board is meeting to review updates on the Eastern Refuse Site, Cumberland Curbside Recycling, and the Mountainview Landfill. Members will discuss remaining 2022 priorities and set goals for 2023, including education and waste programs.

• Eastern Refuse Site Improvement update
• Cumberland Curbside Recycling update
• Mountainview Landfill discussion
• 2023 priorities: Outdoor School Recycling Program and Board of Education Food Waste Requirements
• Planning for a Household Hazardous Waste Event

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to discuss the general election overview and polling place evaluations. The agenda includes a manual ballot tabulation audit and updates to computer systems and software security.

• General Election Overview
• Polling Place Evaluations
• Manual Ballot Tabulation Audit
• Computer Systems and Software Security Updates
• Registration Statistics

The Board approved the November meeting minutes and scheduled a manual ballot tabulation audit for the Governor's contest. The Board also reviewed general election turnout and registration statistics as of November 30, 2022.

• Approved November board minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled manual ballot tabulation audit for February 13, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.
• Selected February 20, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. as the alternate audit date

Board of County Commissioners

The Allegany County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on several funding allocations and a board appointment. Decisions include financial support for the City of Cumberland and Frostburg State University.

• Allocation of $299,733 from American Rescue Plan funding for a 2023 Ford F-550 Superliner Ambulance
• Allocation of $13,150 to Frostburg State University for a regional recreation center study
• Approval of $30,000 in Community Enhancement Funds for the City of Cumberland Revolving Loan Fund
• Appointment of Caren Phillips-Kurtz to the Allegany County Department of Social Services Board

The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agreement allowing JDMD Bundle, LLC to assign incentives to FedEx. The Board also approved several funding allocations for the City of Cumberland, Frostburg State University, and emergency services.

• Approved Consent Agreement allowing JDMD Bundle, LLC to assign incentives to FedEx
• Approved $30,000 in Community Enhancement Funds for City of Cumberland Revolving Loan Fund
• Approved $13,150 allocation to Frostburg State University for a regional recreation center study
• Approved $299,733 from American Rescue Plan funding for a 2023 Ford F-550 Superliner Ambulance
• Approved appointment of Caren Phillips-Kurtz to the Department of Social Services Board
• Approved minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting

Election Board

The Board of Canvassers is meeting for the third and final day of the mail-in ballot canvass. The body will verify vote counts, conduct a post-election audit, and certify the results.

• Verification of optical scan voting units
• Canvassing of ballots
• Release of unofficial results
• Post-election audit
• Certification of results

The Board of Canvassers completed the final day of the mail-in ballot canvass and reviewed post-election audits. After verifying that vote counts matched and audit discrepancies were below the required threshold, the Board certified the election results.

• Accepted 61 mail-in ballots (unanimous)
• Rejected 10 mail-in ballots
• Approved post-election verification results (unanimous)
• Certified the results of the 2022 Gubernatorial General Election (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several wastewater treatment plant upgrades and a tunnel restoration project. The meeting also includes approvals for public transportation grants, a new police vehicle, and various board appointments.

• Borden Tunnel Lining Restoration Project funding of $3,623,796
• Flintstone Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades: $1,500,000 grant and $375,000 flood management funding
• Oldtown Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades: $1,500,000 grant and $375,000 flood management funding
• Purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle for $38,404
• Capital Assistance Grant of up to $350,000 for public transportation services

The Board of County Commissioners approved several million dollars in grants for wastewater treatment plant upgrades in Flintstone and Oldtown, as well as funding for the Borden Tunnel Lining Restoration Project. Other actions included approving various service contracts, board appointments, and the purchase of a police vehicle.

• Approved $1.5M MDE grant and $375,000 flood grant for Flintstone Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade
• Approved $1.5M MDE grant and $375,000 flood grant for Oldtown Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade
• Approved $3,623,796 for FY2023 National Recreational Trails Borden Tunnel Lining Restoration Project
• Approved $59,875 award to Parkson Corporation for George’s Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Wash Press
• Approved $38,404 purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle for Sheriff’s Office
• Approved $350,000 State grant for public transportation capital, operating, and planning costs
• Tabled Item 11 regarding Motorola Solutions VESTA Managed Detection and Response
• Approved appointments to Emergency Services Board, Library Board of Trustees, and Appeals Panel for Classified Service

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve several grants for wastewater treatment plant upgrades and a tunnel restoration project. The body will also vote on various service contracts, vehicle purchases, and board appointments.

• Borden Tunnel Lining Restoration Project funding of $3,623,796
• Flintstone Wastewater Treatment Plant grants totaling $1,875,000
• Oldtown Wastewater Treatment Plant grants totaling $1,875,000
• Purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle for $38,404
• Capital Assistance Grant of up to $350,000 for public transportation services

The Board of County Commissioners approved several million dollars in grant funding for wastewater treatment plant upgrades in Flintstone and Oldtown, as well as the Borden Tunnel Lining Restoration Project. The board also approved various personnel appointments, a police vehicle purchase, and several service contracts.

• Approved $1.5M MDE grant and $375,000 flood grant for Flintstone Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approved $1.5M MDE grant and $375,000 flood grant for Oldtown Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approved $3,623,796 for FY2023 National Recreational Trails Borden Tunnel Lining Restoration Project
• Approved $59,875 award to Parkson Corporation for George’s Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Wash Press
• Approved $38,404 purchase of 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe for Sheriff’s Office
• Approved $350,000 FY2023 Capital Assistance Grant for public transportation services
• Approved $39,200 contract with Freeport Press for 2023 Destination Guide
• Tabled Item 11 regarding Motorola Solutions VESTA Managed Detection and Response

Election Board

The Board of Canvassers will meet to conduct a provisional canvass for an in-person election. The body will verify optical scan voting units and release unofficial results.

• Canvassing of provisional ballots
• Verification of optical scan voting units
• Release of unofficial results

The Board of Canvassers reviewed and voted on the eligibility of provisional and mail-in ballots. Out of 733 ballots presented, 718 were accepted and 15 were rejected.

• Accepted 319 provisional ballots in full (unanimous)
• Accepted 199 provisional ballots in part (unanimous)
• Rejected 2 provisional ballots due to prior voting or returned mail-in ballot (unanimous)
• Rejected 2 provisional ballots for missing signatures (unanimous)
• Rejected 8 provisional ballots for incomplete application information (unanimous)
• Rejected 2 provisional ballots for failure to provide proof of residency in time (unanimous)
• Rejected 1 provisional ballot for insufficient proof of residency (unanimous)
• Accepted 200 mail-in ballots (unanimous)

Election Board

The Board of Canvassers is meeting to continue the second day of the mail-in ballot canvass for an in-person election. The session includes the verification of optical scan voting units and the reporting of daily canvassing results.

• Verification of optical scan voting units
• Canvassing of ballots
• Reporting of daily canvassing results

The Board of Canvassers conducted the second day of the mail-in ballot canvass for the General Election. The board verified voting unit seals and processed a total of 2,169 ballots.

• Accepted 2,167 mail-in ballots
• Rejected 2 mail-in ballots

Solid Waste Management Board

The board will discuss updates regarding the Eastern Refuse Site, Cumberland curbside recycling, and the Mountainview Landfill. Members will review 2022 mid-year priorities and plan 2023 goals focused on education and hazardous waste.

• Mountainview Landfill capacity information
• Reuse Directory updates
• M.V. Smith operational efficiency
• 2023 education goals including Board of Education food waste requirements
• Household Hazardous Waste Event planning

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to review general election results and primary election ballots. The agenda includes reports on computer security updates and registration statistics.

• Untimely Ballots from Primary Election
• General Election Results Schedule
• Computer Systems and Software Security Updates
• Registration Statistics
• Disclosure of Campaign Contributions

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the October meeting. The Election Administrator provided updates on mail-in ballot processing, pollbook testing, and voter registration statistics for the General Election.

• Approved October board minutes (unanimous)

Election Board

The Board of Canvassers is meeting to conduct the first day of the mail-in ballot canvass for an in-person election. The session includes the verification of optical scan voting units and the processing of ballots.

• Verification of Optical Scan Voting Unit(s)
• Canvassing of mail-in ballots
• Reporting of daily canvassing results

The Allegany County Board of Canvassers met on October 21, 2022, to begin canvassing mail-in ballots for the November general election. The board unanimously approved opening and tabulating ballots, processed 1,450 ballots total, accepted 1,447, and rejected 3. Results were embargoed until 8 p.m. on election day.

• Approved opening and tabulation of mail-in ballots (unanimous)
• Accepted 1,447 mail-in ballots; rejected 3
• Embargoed election results until 8 p.m. on election day
• Scheduled next canvass day for November 10, 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet in a closed session to discuss personnel matters. This includes the appointment, employment, and performance evaluation of officials and employees.

• Discussion of personnel appointments, discipline, and compensation
• Consultation with legal counsel regarding personnel matters

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a loan agreement for the Riverside Industrial Park and a fixed electricity rate contract. The body will also consider funding for the River Park Project and the sale of a property in the Scattered Sites Housing Program.

• Resolution 22-24: Loan agreement for forgiveness of up to $1.5 million in debt for Riverside Industrial Park
• River Park Project: $70,000 from the Revolving Building Fund for engineering and cost study
• Sale of 121 Arch Street, Cumberland for $50,000 via Scattered Sites Housing Program
• Approval of a 24-month fixed electricity rate contract beginning November 1, 2022
• Acceptance of a $5,000 Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant

The Board approved a fixed electricity rate contract for 24 months, a $70,000 advance for River Park Project engineering, and a $1.5 million loan forgiveness agreement with Maryland Department of Commerce for Riverside Industrial Park. The consent agenda included property sale, grant acceptance, and board appointments. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved fixed electricity rate contract for 24 months (unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 from Revolving Building Fund for River Park Project engineering study (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-24: Riverside Industrial Park Loan Agreement with MD Commerce for up to $1.5M debt forgiveness (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 121 Arch Street, Cumberland for $50,000 (consent agenda)
• Approved $5,000 Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant (consent agenda)
• Approved appointment of Keith Arnold to Mental Health Advisory Board (consent agenda)
• Approved appointment of Melanie Chapman to Commission for Women (consent agenda)

Emergency Services Board

The board approved minutes from the previous meeting, discussed updates on apparatus standards, hydrant policy, and hose testing costs, and noted the arrival of new ambulances and equipment. No formal votes were taken on new policies.

• Previous meeting minutes read and accepted
• Hydrant Policy updated and will be up for a vote at the next meeting
• Board to request hose footage from each company to obtain a quote for hose testing
• County appropriations and Rocky Gap & Gaming monies approved and to be distributed
• Fire/EMS meetings on Nov. 8 moved to Shaft VFD due to election polling
• Duty Officer Truck Cap arrived; skid unit, lighting, and hazmat box truck expected soon
• LOSAP Beneficiary Forms update requested; only 6 departments completed so far

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss Jane’s Place, Inc. Allegany County Child Advocacy Center. The session involves the County Administrator and the State’s Attorney.

• Discussion regarding Jane’s Place, Inc. Allegany County Child Advocacy Center

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve budget amendments and various grant agreements. The agenda includes several vehicle purchases for the Sheriff's Office and lease extensions for county properties.

• Six FY 2023 budget amendments totaling $1,225,595
• Public Transportation Operating Assistance Grant Agreement for $1,246,399
• Lease extensions for TCMT, LLC (13533 McMullen Highway) and Utz Quality Foods, Inc. (851 Kelly Road)
• Sheriff's Office vehicle purchases including a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe for $45,627.43 and a 2015 Toyota Rav 4 for $20,439
• Acceptance of Homeland Security Program Grant for $166,946 and Emergency Management Performance Grant for $93,730.12

The Board of County Commissioners approved six FY2023 budget amendments totaling $1,225,595, increasing the general fund by $650,133. They also authorized multiple grants, vehicle purchases and trades, lease extensions, and a zoning appeals reappointment. The meeting included public comments on the former Allegany High School site and a neighbor dispute.

• Approved six FY2023 budget amendments totaling $1,225,595 (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,246,399 public transportation operating assistance grant agreement
• Approved purchase of 2010 Chevrolet Camaro for $8,000 for D.A.R.E. program
• Approved purchase of 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe for $45,627.43 for Sheriff's Office
• Authorized sale of 2019 Dodge Durango for $29,350 due to electrical issues
• Approved $21,130 from ARP funds for two self-contained breathing apparatuses for Emergency Services
• Approved $1,000 community promotion for Joe Howser Memory Walk
• Approved $1,000 community promotion for Savage Mountain Punk Arts Punktober Fest

Solid Waste Management Board

The Board is meeting to review updates on the Eastern Refuse Site and Cumberland Curbside Recycling. Members will discuss 2022-2023 goals, including updating disposal costs and determining when the Mountainview Landfill will reach capacity.

• Eastern Refuse Site Improvement update
• Cumberland Curbside Recycling update
• Mountainview Landfill capacity status
• Reuse Directory update
• Review of 2022-2023 goals and unit price disposal costs

The board approved the September meeting minutes and the October agenda without changes. An update indicated the Eastern Refuse site improvement remains on schedule for completion by the end of 2022. No votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was largely informational and planning-focused.

• Approved September 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 2022 agenda (no additions)

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to coordinate voting equipment testing, poll worker assignments, and mail-in ballot procedures. The session includes the swearing in of the Board of Canvassers and reviews of polling place accessibility.

• Swearing in of the Board of Canvassers
• Logic and Accuracy testing for voting equipment and mail-in ballots
• Review of Polling Place Accessibility Checklists
• Maryland State Board of Elections statement on Emergency Petition Ruling
• Discussion of Canvass Dates

The Allegany County Board of Elections swore in members as the Board of Canvassers for the General Election and retained Tim Donaldson as Chairman and Debbie Johnson as Secretary. The board approved the September minutes and discussed preparations for the 2022 Gubernatorial General Election, including mail-in ballot processing, public education, and canvass dates.

• Approved the September board minutes unanimously.
• Swore in board members as the Board of Canvassers for the General Election.
• Retained Tim Donaldson as Chairman of the Board of Canvassers unanimously.
• Retained Debbie Johnson as Secretary of the Board of Canvassers unanimously.
• Scheduled public demo for October 17, 2022 at 9:00 AM at the Allegany County Office Complex.
• Set canvass dates: October 21, November 10, November 16, and November 18, 2022.
• Volunteered board members to check voting supplies for Early Voting and Election Day.
• Noted that mail-in ballots were mailed out on September 29, 2022, with 4,087 requests processed as of October 2.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review the Fiscal Year 2023 Program Open Space Annual Plan. The body is also deciding on several grant agreements for the Sheriff's Office and funding for emergency services equipment.

• Governor’s Office of Crime Control and Prevention grants totaling $371,380 for recruiting, diversion programs, training, and community policing
• Budget amendments for the Board of Education to cover shortfalls of $110,000 and $115,000
• $139,356.08 from American Rescue Plan funding for a Special Operations Air Shores
• $58,857 from American Rescue Plan funding for a Sport Chevrolet Crew Cab Pickup Truck
• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023 Program Open Space Annual Plan

The Board of County Commissioners approved several grants and budget items, including a $42,350 grant for sheriff's office recruiting and retention, and a $301,470 grant for alternatives to incarceration. They also approved the Fiscal Year 2023 Program Open Space Annual Plan and multiple consent agenda items. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved FY2023 Program Open Space Annual Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $42,350 grant for Sheriff's Office Police Recruiting and Retention Program
• Approved $301,470 grant for multi-pronged diversion and alternatives to incarceration
• Approved $5,248 grant for Law Enforcement Training Scholarship for Special Operations Reaction Team
• Approved $32,312 grant for Rural Impact for Community Improvement FY2023 Grant Program
• Approved $110,000 and $115,000 budget amendments for Board of Education shortfalls
• Approved $139,356.08 from ARP funds for Special Operations Air Shores for Emergency Services
• Approved $58,857 from ARP funds for a Chevrolet Crew Cab Pickup Truck for Emergency Services

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on water main bond authorization for the LaVale Sanitary District. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts, grant agreements, and property tax credits.

• Resolution 22-22: $2,911,646 in bonds for Braddock and Jennings Run Sewage Conveyance Improvement Project
• Governor’s Office of Crime Control and Prevention grant of $492,594 for the PACT program
• Washington Street Library Sidewalk and Retaining Wall Restoration award to First Fruits Excavating, Inc. for $168,825
• Garden City Mobile Home Park demolition award to E-Z Out, Inc. for $25,000
• Maryland Center for School Safety and State Department of Education grant of $84,564 for School Resource Officers

The Board of County Commissioners approved two bonds totaling $2,911,646 for the Braddock and Jennings Run Sewage Conveyance Improvement Project (Locust Grove Project), including a $727,000 forgivable loan and a $2.1 million loan at 0.8% interest. They also adopted Code Home Rule Bill 2-22 authorizing LaVale Sanitary District utility improvement bonds, approved a property tax credit for Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, and accepted a $492,594 state grant for police accountability. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a $168,825 sidewalk restoration contract and a $25,000 demolition award for Garden City Mobile Home Park.

• Approved $2,911,646 in bonds for Braddock and Jennings Run sewage conveyance improvement (Locust Grove Project)
• Adopted Code Home Rule Bill 2-22 for LaVale Sanitary District utility improvement and water main bond authorization
• Approved property tax credit for Western Maryland Scenic Railroad Development Corporation for FY2022 and FY2023
• Approved $7,000 contribution to sponsor 2022 ARC Annual Conference at Rocky Gap Resort
• Approved 2022 Allegany County Land Preservation, Parks and Recreation Plan and forwarded to state agencies
• Approved $492,594 grant agreement for Police Accountability, Community, and Transparency (PACT) Grant
• Approved $84,564 grant for School Resource Officer program in Allegany County Public Schools
• Approved $168,825 award to First Fruits Excavating for Washington Street Library sidewalk and retaining wall restoration

Solid Waste Management Board

The board approved the August meeting minutes and tabled a discussion on solid waste/recycling cost analysis due to upcoming elections. Updates were provided on the Eastern Refuse site (on track for year-end opening), Oldtown site (no issues), Cumberland curbside recycling (final year of contract), and Mountainview Landfill (groundwater data collection for MDE application, slope regrade extends life to 2024, full expansion goal).

• Approved August 2022 meeting minutes
• Tabled cost analysis discussion on solid waste/recycling fees

Election Board

The Allegany County Board of Elections approved the August meeting minutes with a correction and authorized Logic and Accuracy Testing for the general election. The board also discussed election judge training, a voter registration drive at Frostburg State University, and ballot proofing deadlines.

• Approved August meeting minutes with a correction for who seconded the July minutes (unanimous).
• Authorized Election Administrator Diane Loibel to conduct Logic and Accuracy Testing for the general election (unanimous).
• Administered oath of office to new Registrar Samantha Storm.
• Noted that the State Board of Education approved a polling place change for District/Precinct 006-006 at its September 6 emergency meeting.

Planning Commission of Allegany County

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider the LPPR Plan for Allegany County and a preliminary plat for a residential subdivision. The body will vote on whether to recommend the LPPR Plan for adoption by the County Commissioners.

• LPPR Plan for Allegany County (August 2022) prepared by Department of Public Works
• Preliminary plat for ONASSBUMN Homes LLC regarding Bel Air Subdivision, Section 16 (Cresaptown Area) for multi-unit townhomes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a home rule bill for water main bond authorization and a lease-purchase agreement for a building in the Riverside Industrial Park. The meeting also includes several funding allocations from the American Rescue Plan and various board appointments.

• Introduction of Code Home Rule Bill 2-22 for LaVale Sanitary District utility improvement and water main bonds
• Lease-purchase agreement for Building 27 at Riverside Industrial Park (975 Kelly Road)
• $205,941 ARP funding for CCTV upgrades at Allegany County Detention Center
• $67,350 contract to Parkson Corporation for George’s Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant screen rebuild
• Purchase of 1.03 acres on Gilpin Road in Flintstone for $12,500

The Board of County Commissioners approved the introduction of Code Home Rule Bill 2-22 for LaVale Sanitary District bond authorization, and authorized a lease-purchase agreement with Northbranch Properties, LLC for approximately 61,000 square feet of Building 27 at Riverside Industrial Park to expand Grow West's business. The consent agenda was approved, including allocations of American Rescue Plan funds for a detention center CCTV upgrade, a sheriff's office vehicle, and an emergency services vehicle, along with various property purchases, contract awards, and board appointments. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved introduction of Code Home Rule Bill 2-22 (LaVale Sanitary District bond authorization)
• Authorized lease-purchase agreement with Northbranch Properties, LLC for ~61,000 sq ft at Building 27, Riverside Industrial Park
• Approved $205,941 ARP funding for detention center CCTV system upgrade
• Approved $26,500 ARP funding for 2019 Kia Sorento for Sheriff's Office
• Approved $36,064 ARP funding for 2022 Dodge Durango for Emergency Services
• Accepted $60,000 offer for 615 Frederick Street property sale
• Awarded $67,350 contract to Parkson Corporation for George's Creek WWTP screen rebuild
• Approved $12,500 purchase of 1.03 acres on Gilpin Road for Flintstone WWTP upgrade

Election Board

The board unanimously approved moving the polling place for District 006-006 from the Bowling Green Volunteer Fire Department back to the Allegany County Multi-Purpose Building. They also approved the July minutes and discussed updates on the gubernatorial primary, election judge recruitment, and voter registration events.

• Approved July board minutes (unanimous)
• Moved polling place for District 006-006 back to Allegany County Multi-Purpose Building (unanimous)

Emergency Services Board

The Board discussed the potential dissolution of the EMS Committee due to low participation and debated how to better utilize chase vehicles to free up Fire Departments for ambulance assist calls. Members also reviewed the integration of box cards into the CAD system and the coordination of Special Operations responses.

• Discussion of dissolving the EMS Committee due to lack of participation
• New Hazmat Vehicle expected end of September for service by Jan. 1, 2023
• Federal Grant funds potentially available for Station Upgrades and Safety Equipment via MSFA
• VAIP inspections scheduled for October 5 and 7, 2022
• JCC has received 14 Box cards for CAD updates

The board accepted previous minutes and heard committee reports. The EMS Committee's dissolution was discussed due to low participation, with virtual meetings and email list updates proposed. New business included a discussion on first responder dispatching issues, with Chief Salvadge and Pam Burkett tasked to explore solutions. No formal votes or binding decisions were recorded.

• Previous meeting minutes read and accepted
• EMS Committee dissolution discussed, no action taken
• Chief Salvadge and Pam Burkett to discuss first responder dispatch solutions
• Board membership letters due by 8/17 for December 2022 finalization

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on property tax credits for several entities and a large fund transfer for housing bonds. The body is also reviewing multiple infrastructure project awards and grant agreements for homelessness and gun violence reduction.

• Transfer of $2,602,716 to the Maryland Mortgage Program for tax-exempt housing bonds
• Mexico Farms Waterline Replacement Project award to Excavating Associates, Inc. for $537,069
• Bowling Green/Cresaptown Sewer Replace & Point Repair Project award to Carl Belt, Inc. for $691,778
• Bowling Green/Cresaptown/Frostburg Sewer Re-Lining Project award to Mobile Dredging for $308,983
• Grant agreement for $343,156 in Homelessness Solutions Program funds

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 22-19 to transfer $2,602,716 to the Community Development Administration's Maryland Mortgage Program for tax-exempt housing bonds. They also granted multiple property tax credits to nonprofit organizations and retroactively applied a tax credit to the Cumberland Economic Development Corporation for property at 118 Baltimore Street. The consent agenda included awards for several infrastructure projects and grants, such as the Homelessness Solutions Program grant of $343,156 and the Detention Center Security Windows Replacement Project for $144,807.75.

• Approved Resolution 22-19 transferring $2,602,716 to Maryland Mortgage Program for housing bonds
• Granted property tax credits to 10 entities including Frostburg Lions Club and Cumberland Outdoor Club
• Retroactively applied property tax credit to CEDC for 118 Baltimore Street property
• Approved $343,156 Homelessness Solutions Program grant agreement
• Awarded $144,807.75 Detention Center Security Windows Replacement Project to American Corrections Maintenance, Inc.
• Awarded $537,069 Mexico Farms Waterline Replacement Project to Excavating Associates, Inc.
• Awarded $691,778 Bowling Green/Cresaptown Sewer Replace & Point Repair Project to Carl Belt, Inc.
• Authorized $149,000 in Invest Allegany grants to 10 second-round winners

Solid Waste Management Board

The board will discuss updates on refuse site improvements and curbside recycling. Members will conduct a mid-year review of 2022 priorities, including disposal costs and landfill capacity.

• Eastern Refuse Site Improvement update
• Oldtown Refuse Site Development update
• Cumberland Curbside Recycling update
• Mountainview Landfill capacity and operations
• Update of 2021 solid waste and refuse disposal unit prices

The Solid Waste Management Board approved the August meeting minutes and received updates on several projects. The main financial concern was a $132,000 deficit in the solid waste program, with ideas discussed to bridge it, including raising sticker prices or requesting a $150,000 budget allocation. No formal decisions were made on the deficit; the topic will be revisited in September.

• Approved August 2022 meeting minutes
• Noted Mountainview Landfill slope regrading application approved by MDE
• Placed recycling trailer for aluminum cans at Oldtown site
• Discussed $132,000 deficit; options include sticker price increase or $150,000 budget request
• No task force meeting scheduled for September

Election Board

The Board of Canvassers is meeting to conduct the final day of the mail-in ballot canvass. The body will verify vote counts, perform a post-election audit, and certify the results.

• Canvassing of ballots
• Release of unofficial results
• Post-election audit
• Certification of results

The Allegany County Board of Canvassers certified the results of the 2022 Gubernatorial Primary Election after completing the final day of the mail-in ballot canvass. The board accepted 651 mail-in ballots and rejected 16 on the final day, with a total of 2,482 accepted and 18 rejected across the entire canvass. Post-election verifications and audits found no discrepancies or differences below the 0.5% threshold, and the board unanimously accepted the verification results and certified the election.

• Certified 2022 Gubernatorial Primary Election results (unanimous)
• Accepted verification results of vote count (unanimous)
• Accepted 651 mail-in ballots on final day; rejected 16
• Total mail-in ballots accepted: 2,482; rejected: 18

Planning Commission of Allegany County

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to review a presentation regarding residential development. There are no items scheduled for formal action or consent.

• Presentation by ONASSBUMN Homes LLC and Coughenour Surveying regarding Bel Air Subdivision, Section 16 (Cresaptown Area) for multi-unit residential townhomes

Election Board

The Board of Canvassers is meeting to verify optical scan voting units and canvass provisional ballots. The meeting will conclude with the release of unofficial results.

• Verification of Optical Scan Voting Units
• Canvassing of Provisional Ballots
• Release of Unofficial Results

The Board of Canvassers met to canvass 185 provisional and 400 mail-in ballots from the 2022 primary. The board unanimously accepted 136 provisional ballots in full, 15 in part, and 397 mail-in ballots, while rejecting 34 provisional and 3 mail-in ballots. All decisions were unanimous and followed staff recommendations.

• Accepted 136 provisional ballots in full (unanimous)
• Accepted 15 provisional ballots in part (unanimous)
• Rejected 5 provisional ballots due to prior voting (unanimous)
• Rejected 11 provisional ballots for wrong primary ballot (unanimous)
• Rejected 1 provisional ballot for missing signature (unanimous)
• Rejected 17 provisional ballots for incomplete information (unanimous)
• Accepted 397 mail-in ballots (unanimous)
• Rejected 3 mail-in ballots (unanimous)

Election Board

The Board of Canvassers met to canvass mail-in ballots for the 2022 election. They verified ballot scanners, processed 1,833 ballots, accepted 1,831, and rejected 2. The board unanimously approved the opening and tabulation of ballots, and adjourned to reconvene for the provisional ballot canvass on July 27.

• Approved opening and tabulation of mail-in ballots (unanimous)
• Accepted 1,831 of 1,833 mail-in ballots
• Rejected 2 mail-in ballots
• Adjourned to July 27 for provisional ballot canvass

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved two opioid-related grants totaling over $700,000, including $500,000 for a medication-assisted treatment program at the detention center and $206,909 for a diversion initiative. They also approved a road closing petition, several consent agenda items, and heard public comments on local concerns.

• Approved road closing petition for unnamed lane near Lonaconing
• Accepted $500,000 OOCC grant for MOUD initiative at detention center
• Accepted $206,909 OOCC grant for BEEP treatment and diversion program
• Re-appointed Benjamin Sansom and Timothy Carney, appointed T.R. Robinette to Ag Land Preservation Board
• Approved Travelers Insurance property and casualty renewal for FY-2023
• Authorized $3,500 to Western Maryland Chapter WDCR-SCCA for Polish Mountain Hill Climb
• Approved $25,000 to Town of Luke for demolition of duplex at 101-103 Mullen Ave
• Approved $375,000 engineering contract to GHD for Flintstone Wastewater Plant Upgrade

Solid Waste Management Board

The board will discuss updates on refuse sites and landfill capacity. Members are reviewing mid-year priorities including tire recycling funding and community composting. The meeting includes updates on recycling and hauling contracts.

• Eastern Refuse Site Improvement update
• Oldtown Refuse Site Development update
• Mountainview Landfill capacity research
• Recycling and hauling contract updates
• Investigation of funding for tire recycling

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to discuss operational updates for upcoming elections. The agenda includes reviews of mail-in ballot programs, judge recruitment, and technical testing of equipment.

• Mail-in Application and Nursing Home Mail-in Ballot Program updates
• Logic & Accuracy Testing for ballots and pollbooks
• Ballot Drop Box Schedule
• Polling Place Evaluation Plan Survey
• Election Judge Recruitment and Training

The Allegany County Board of Elections approved the May minutes unanimously. The board discussed an agreement with Allegany Professional Properties for temporary ramp access at Trinity Lutheran Church polling place for the 2022 elections. Staff reported processing 3,879 mail-in applications and receiving 1,365 ballots as of July 6, 2022. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily administrative updates.

• Approved May board minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed temporary ramp access agreement with Allegany Professional Properties for Trinity Lutheran Church polling place

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve grant awards, fuel and hauling contracts, and the Rocky Gap Slots Allocation. The body is also reviewing a medical services renewal for the Detention Center and updates to employee rules and staffing policies.

• Award of $1,814,271.31 to 12 Invest Allegany grant winners
• Medical services renewal with Wellpath, LLC for $1,402,080.59
• Fuel purchase award to Southern States Cumberland, Co-op, Inc. for $1,604,815.89
• Solid waste and recycling hauling contracts awarded to Burgmeier’s Hauling
• Approval of Rocky Gap Slots Allocation for July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Rocky Gap Slots Allocation for FY2023 and awarded $1,814,271.31 in Invest Allegany grants to 12 winners, contingent on county terms. They also passed resolutions and approved consent agenda items including transportation improvements, a labor agreement, medical services renewal, fuel and hauling contracts, and a grant for deputy equipment. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Rocky Gap Slots Allocation for FY2023 (Resolution 22-17)
• Awarded $1,814,271.31 in Invest Allegany grants to 12 winners
• Passed Resolution 22-16 for Cumberland Area Transportation Improvement Program
• Approved amendment to FOP Lodge #144 labor agreement
• Renewed Detention Center medical services with Wellpath for $1,402,080.59
• Awarded fuel bid to Southern States Cumberland for $1,604,815.89
• Awarded solid waste hauling contracts to Burgmeier's Hauling
• Approved $5,000 grant for deputy safety equipment and firearms

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on establishing a Police Accountability Board and Administrative Charging Commission, including specific member appointments. The meeting also includes several budget amendments and infrastructure contracts.

• Resolution 22-15 to create a Police Accountability Board and Administrative Charging Commission
• 11 budget amendments totaling $9,302,776
• USDA loan of $1,092,000 for the North Branch Pumping Station
• Contract with 64 Robots for website redesign and CMS rebuild for $45,000
• Purchase of crushed stone from Allegany Aggregates for $262,023.12

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 22-15, creating a Police Accountability Board and Administrative Charging Commission to comply with Maryland House Bill 570, and appointed members to both boards. Both actions passed 2-1, with Commissioner Shade voting no. The board also approved a consent agenda including 11 budget amendments totaling $9,302,776 and several other items.

• Approved Resolution 22-15 creating Police Accountability Board and Administrative Charging Commission (2-1)
• Appointed Donnie Knotts, Jane Ann McAlpine, Bishop Kenneth Watkins, Kristan Carter, Bernie Zlomek to Police Accountability Board (2-1)
• Appointed Donnie Knotts, James Eberly, Esq., Jeremy Bender to Administrative Charging Commission (2-1)
• Approved 11 budget amendments totaling $9,302,776
• Authorized signing of USDA loan documents for $1,092,000 for North Branch Pumping Station
• Awarded website redesign contract to 64 Robots for $45,000 plus yearly hosting fee
• Awarded emulsified asphalt bid to Russell Standard at $2.79 per gallon
• Approved CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield medical insurance plan renewal for July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023

Emergency Services Board

The board reviewed membership changes and the potential dissolution of the EMS sub-committee. Members discussed upcoming mandatory stroke training and the projected October 2022 launch of a new CAD system.

• Proposed appointment of Jennifer Drees to the Region 1 EMS Council
• Decision to perform only dry prime tests instead of full pump testing this year
• Projected October 2022 online date for the new CAD system
• New Collapse team box truck placed in service
• Mandatory stroke training required for UPMC stroke center designation

The board accepted previous minutes and discussed filling a vacant Region 1 EMS Council seat, asking Jennifer Drees if interested. Ed Ernest replaced Jason Mowbray on the Fire Services Board. The board decided to meet with the EMS committee about possibly dissolving the EMS subcommittee due to low participation, and noted several operational updates.

• Previous meeting minutes accepted
• Asked Jennifer Drees to fill vacant Region 1 EMS Council seat
• Ed Ernest joins Fire Services Board, replacing Jason Mowbray
• Decided to meet with EMS committee to discuss dissolving EMS subcommittee
• Decided to skip pump testing this year, only dry prime test
• Safety officer program operational
• Motorola phone project completed
• New CAD projected to go online October 2022

Election Board

The Allegany County Board of Elections approved the May minutes and elected officers for the Board of Canvassers for the 2022 Gubernatorial Primary Election. Tim Donaldson was elected Chairman and Debbie Johnson as Secretary, both unanimously. The board also approved the verification of supplies plan and authorized the Election Administrator to oversee Logic and Accuracy Testing.

• Approved May board minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Tim Donaldson as Chairman of Board of Canvassers (unanimous)
• Elected Debbie Johnson as Secretary of Board of Canvassers (unanimous)
• Approved verification of supplies plan (unanimous)
• Authorized Diane Loibel to oversee Logic and Accuracy Testing (unanimous)

Solid Waste Management Board

The board will review updates on the Eastern and Oldtown refuse sites and the Mountainview Landfill. Members will discuss 2022 priorities including tire recycling funding, composting engagement, and disposal costs. The meeting also covers recycling and hauling contracts.

• Eastern Refuse Site Improvement update
• Oldtown Refuse Site Development update
• Mountainview Landfill capacity and operations
• Investigation of funding for tire recycling
• Review of recycling and hauling contracts

The Solid Waste Management Board approved the May 2022 minutes and made no additions to the June agenda. Members received updates on the Eastern Refuse site (expected completion by end of 2022), the Oldtown Refuse site (compactor replaced with dumpsters, recycling bin to be added), and the Mountainview Landfill (short-term expansion underway, long-term expansion in permitting). The board also noted membership renewals for three members and discussed the upcoming residential tire recycling event scheduled for October 15, 2022.

• Approved May 2022 meeting minutes
• No additions made to June 2022 agenda
• Noted Kristen Harper, Frank Fox, and Juli McCoy approved for board membership
• Discussed nomination of John Schwalbe as alternate for Waste Industry seat
• Heard update that Eastern Refuse site expected to be finished by end of 2022
• Heard update that Oldtown Refuse compactor replaced with two 40 CY dumpsters
• Heard update that Mountainview Landfill short-term expansion has about one year of capacity left
• Heard update that residential tire event approved for October 15, 2022 at Allegany County Fairgrounds

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to enact the Fiscal Year 2023 Operating and Capital Budget and the associated tax levy. The body will also consider a five-year Capital Improvement Program and various local project contracts.

• Resolution 22-13: Adoption of the FY2023 Operating and Capital Budget for $139,699,706
• Manufacturer's tax exemption for AES Warrior Run Limited Partnership for $1,866,788 less $50,000
• Contract award to GeoStabilization International, Inc. for $158,344.55 for Stoney Run Road slide repair
• Resolution 22-11: Community Block Grant application for $800,000 for Flintstone Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade Project Phase 2
• Lease approval for Get Out & Play Outfitters at the Old Depot in Frostburg

The Board of County Commissioners adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 Operating and Capital Budget of $139,699,706, along with the tax levy and supplemental levy for special taxing areas. They also approved the five-year Capital Improvement Program for FY2023-2027, a manufacturer's tax exemption for AES Warrior Run, and an $850,000 ERAP 2 Homelessness Solutions grant agreement. Several consent agenda items were approved, including contracts and appointments.

• Adopted FY2023 Operating and Capital Budget of $139,699,706
• Adopted tax levy and supplemental levy for special taxing areas
• Approved five-year Capital Improvement Program FY2023-2027
• Granted manufacturer's tax exemption to AES Warrior Run ($1,866,788 less $50,000, 10 years)
• Approved ERAP 2 Homelessness Solutions grant agreement ($850,000)
• Awarded Stony Run Road slide repair contract to GeoStabilization International ($158,344.55)
• Approved contract to Downstream Strategies for outdoor economy bid ($137,000)
• Approved FY2022 Board of Education budget amendments

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and capital improvement program. The body will consider a county income tax rate reduction and several infrastructure project awards.

• Proposed County Income Tax Rate Reduction from 3.05% to 3.03% effective January 1, 2023
• Proposed $500,000 low interest loan for the Berkeley Springs Instruments, LLC Building project
• Waterline piping and materials project awards to Core & Main, LP for $272,059 and $167,385
• Tax abatement of $24,501.92 for 12 properties in the City of Cumberland
• Purchase of three Sheriff's Office vehicles totaling $107,662

The Board approved Resolution 22-8, reducing the county income tax rate from 3.05% to 3.03% effective January 1, 2023, saving taxpayers $200,000 annually. They also approved a $500,000 low-interest loan for the Berkeley Springs Instruments building project and transmitted a priority list of 15 projects for ARC funding. Several contracts and appointments were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved income tax rate reduction from 3.05% to 3.03% (Resolution 22-8)
• Approved $500,000 low-interest loan for Berkeley Springs Instruments (Resolution 22-9)
• Approved ARC priority list of 15 projects, amended to move FSU STEM Camp up
• Approved waterline piping project award to Core & Main, LP for $272,059
• Approved waterline construction materials award to Core & Main, LP for $167,385
• Approved yard waste grinding/mulch contract with Dotson's Contracting ($0 grinding, $40,080 for 8,000 cu yd mulch)
• Approved tax abatements totaling $24,501.92 for 12 Cumberland properties
• Authorized purchase of 3 police vehicles totaling $107,662

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to review administrative reports and election logistics. Discussion items include redistricting updates, ballot drop boxes, and the revised election calendar.

• Redistricting update
• Ballot drop boxes
• Election judge recruitment
• High school registrations
• Computer systems and software security updates

The Allegany County Board of Elections approved the updated Disaster Recovery and Security Plan and the 2022 contingency plans, both unanimously. Staff reported processing 2,943 mail-in applications, ongoing election judge recruitment with over 60 vacancies, and redistricting completion with 7,200 voter notification cards mailed. The board also discussed logistics for ballot drop boxes, early voting, and high school voter registrations.

• Approved April board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Disaster Recovery and Security Plan as written (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 contingency plans as written (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 preliminary budget. The board is also considering a 2% cost of living adjustment for county employees and a loan for a pumping station.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2023 Preliminary Budget
• Resolution 22-7: $1,092,000 USDA loan for North Branch Pumping Station
• Proposed 2% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for all County Employees
• ERAP 2 Homelessness Solutions Program Grant allocation of $850,000
• Waterline project awards to Core & Main, LP for $272,059 and $167,385

The Board approved an immediate 2% cost-of-living adjustment for all county employees effective May 1, 2022, and passed Resolution 22-7 authorizing a $1,092,000 USDA loan for the North Branch Pumping Station. The board also agreed to a 3.03% piggyback tax rate (to be formalized later) and approved several consent agenda items, including a $43,000 property sale and a $25,000 ARPA grant for the Coal Miner Memorial. Items 5, 7, and 8 were tabled to a future meeting.

• Approved 2% COLA for all county employees effective May 1, 2022
• Approved Resolution 22-7: $1,092,000 USDA loan for North Branch Pumping Station
• Agreed on 3.03% piggyback tax rate (resolution to be considered May 12)
• Approved sale of 629 Bedford Street for $43,000
• Approved $25,000 ARPA grant for Coal Miner Memorial
• Tabled ERAP 2 Homelessness Solutions grant agreement (Item 5)
• Tabled waterline piping and materials awards (Items 7 and 8)
• Approved consent items 4, 6, 9, 10, 11

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The session is led by County Administrator Jason M. Bennett.

• Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Workshop

Election Board

The Board of Elections will meet to discuss election judge recruitment, polling place changes, and legislative redistricting. The agenda also includes reviews of the FY23 budget and the FY22 inventory audit.

• FY23 Budget
• Polling Place Changes
• Legislative Redistricting
• Ballot Drop Boxes at Department of Safety and Correctional Services
• FY22 Inventory Audit

The Allegany County Board of Elections approved the Legislative Districting Plan of 2022 and several polling place changes, including moving District 004-008 from Salvation Army Community Center to Washington Middle School and District 014-000 from Ramada Inn to Trinity Lutheran Church. The board also approved a request to transfer additional ballot marking devices from Washington County. The meeting was largely administrative, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved Legislative Districting Plan of 2022 (unanimous)
• Moved polling place for District 004-008 from Salvation Army Community Center to Washington Middle School (majority vote, Griffith no)
• Moved polling place for District 014-000 from Ramada Inn to Trinity Lutheran Church (unanimous)
• Approved request to transfer additional ballot marking devices from Washington County (majority vote, Griffith no)

Emergency Services Board

The board accepted the previous meeting minutes and heard reports. The Fire Service Committee reported that Officer Standards and Code Home Rule Changes were passed at a prior meeting, and the Safety Officer program is now active. No new business was conducted at this meeting.

• Accepted previous meeting minutes
• Officer Standards and Code Home Rule Changes passed (reported)
• Safety Officer program started 4/10/22

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved the Allegany County Solid Waste Management Plan 2021-2031 and granted a road opening petition to close a lane near Lonaconing. They also discussed a potential income tax rate reduction from 3.05% to 3.00% but took no action. Several contracts and appointments were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved road opening petition to close 10-foot lane near Lonaconing
• Adopted Allegany County Solid Waste Management Plan 2021-2031
• Awarded $111,629.64 line striping contract to Alpha Space Control Company
• Awarded $1,581,628 Bowling Green water project to Excavating Associates
• Awarded $473,735 pump station rehab to Walter N. Yoder & Sons
• Awarded $62,653.32 valve replacement to A.C. Miller Concrete Products
• Approved sale of two trash compactors to Burgmeier's Hauling for $34,609.16
• Approved Resolution 22-5 amending county employee rules

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Elections is meeting to review reports on the primary election date and candidate filing deadlines. The body will also discuss polling place listings and vacancies for the 2022 gubernatorial elections.

• New Primary Election Date
• New Candidate Filing Deadline
• Polling Place Listing for the 2022 Gubernatorial Elections
• Election Judge Assignments
• Redistricting Update

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to review the Administrator's report regarding the 2022 gubernatorial elections. Discussions include updated primary election dates, candidate filing deadlines, and polling place listings.

• New Primary Election Date
• New Candidate Filing Deadline
• Polling Place Listing for the 2022 Gubernatorial Elections
• Election Judge Assignments
• Redistricting Update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a road opening petition and a constant yield hearing. The body is also deciding on several contracts, tax abatements, and the allocation of American Rescue Plan stimulus funding.

• Public hearing for closing a 10-foot unnamed lane near the Town of Lonaconing
• Bid award of $67,190 to JWC Environmental, Inc. for Georges Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Grinding System
• Allocation of $67,802 in ARPA funding for two TruNarc devices for the Sheriff's Office
• Allocation of $13,387 in ARPA funding for fitness equipment for the MSP Cumberland barrack
• Tax abatement of $1,815.58 for properties at 45 Ormand Street and 42 N. Water Street in Frostburg

The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included awarding a $67,190 contract for the Georges Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant grinding system, allocating $67,802 in ARPA funds for two TruNarc devices for the Sheriff's Office, and approving a $1,815.58 tax abatement for two Frostburg properties. The board also held public hearings on a road opening petition and the constant yield tax rate, with no public comment on the road petition and two speakers on the tax rates. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda as recommended by County Administrator
• Approved Resolution 22-3 endorsing FY2023 Unified Planning Work Program
• Approved $67,190 bid award to JWC Environmental for wastewater grinding system
• Approved $67,802 ARPA allocation for two TruNarc devices for Sheriff's Office
• Approved $13,387 ARPA funding for fitness equipment for State Police barrack
• Approved $1,815.58 tax abatement for two Frostburg properties
• Approved purchase of 2015 Jeep Cherokee for $22,550
• Approved Resolution 22-4 amending county employee rules

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a bill for economic development bond authorization. They are also deciding whether to open a public comment period for the 2021-2031 Solid Waste Management Plan.

• Public hearing for Code Home Rule Bill 1-22 regarding Economic Development Bond Authorization
• Proposed $86,600 sale of 682 Fayette Street, Cumberland
• $8,000 grant to Town of Barton to demolish a building at 19000 North Railroad Street
• Up to $21,000 in ARP funding for Narcotics Task Force technology and $9,400 for Sheriff's Office technology
• Purchase of a swift rescue boat from Cumberland Marine Repair for $17,360

The Board of County Commissioners adopted Code Home Rule Bill 1-22, authorizing a $750,000 bond (effectively a $500,000 loan through Tri-County Council) for construction of the BSI (Berkley Springs Instruments) building. The board also approved opening a public comment period for the 2021-2031 Solid Waste Management Plan and approved the consent agenda, which included property sales, grant applications, and equipment purchases.

• Adopted Code Home Rule Bill 1-22 – Economic Development Bond Authorization (unanimous)
• Approved opening public comment period for 2021-2031 Solid Waste Management Plan (Mar 11-25, 2022)
• Approved sale of 682 Fayette Street property for net $86,600
• Approved $8,000 to Town of Barton for demolition at 19000 North Railroad Street
• Authorized $9,400 ARP reallocation for Sheriff's Office patrol technology
• Authorized up to $21,000 ARP funding for Narcotics Task Force technology
• Authorized purchase of swift water boat for $17,360
• Approved purchase of used 2020 Dodge Durango for Sheriff's Office

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to review administrative reports and election logistics. Discussions include the FY23 budget, polling place changes, and the 2022 election judge appointments.

• FY23 Budget
• Polling Place Changes
• Election Judge Appointments
• Alternate Early Voting Center
• Candidate Filings

The Allegany County Board of Elections unanimously approved a series of polling place changes and consolidations for the 2022 Gubernatorial Election, driven by redistricting and a lack of election judges. The board also unanimously voted to retain the Alternate Early Voting Center. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely administrative.

• Approved polling place changes and consolidations as presented (unanimous)
• Retained Alternate Early Voting Center (unanimous)
• Approved February board minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to review budget preparation guidance for Fiscal Year 2023. This guidance is being presented by County Administrator Jason M. Bennett.

• Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Preparation Guidance

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure and economic development projects. Key items include funding for downtown Cumberland grants and road repairs along the Great Allegheny Passage.

• Proposed $365,000 from Community Enhancement Fund for Cumberland Economic Development Corporation grants
• Proposed $169,339 award to GeoStabilization International, Inc. for Patty Baker Road Slide Repair
• Proposed $83,650 award to Mullan Homes, Inc. for decks/porches at Garden City Mobile Home Park
• Introduction of Code Home Rule Bill 1-22 regarding Economic Development Bond Authorization
• Proposed $102,000 grant agreement for County Sheriff’s Office Pretrial Services

The Board approved $365,000 in Community Enhancement Fund matches for the Baltimore Street Comprehensive Investment Program, covering facade, residential, and business attraction grants. They also awarded a $169,339 contract for the Patty Baker Road Slide Repair project and introduced a bond authorization bill. The consent agenda included an RFP for Cumberland Raceway and a truck purchase.

• Approved $365,000 in grant matches for Baltimore Street program (unanimous)
• Awarded $169,339 contract to GeoStabilization International for Patty Baker Road slide repair (unanimous)
• Introduced Code Home Rule Bill 1-22 for Economic Development Bond Authorization (no action)
• Approved RFP for Cumberland Raceway dirt track racing promotion (consent agenda)
• Authorized purchase of used 2022 Dodge Ram 550 truck for $75,156.47 (consent agenda)
• Approved $83,650 award to Mullan Homes for Garden City Mobile Home Park decks/porches (consent agenda)
• Approved $102,000 grant for Sheriff's Office Pretrial Services (consent agenda)
• Approved three-year park operations agreements for Ellerslie, Oldtown, and Rawlings (consent agenda)

Emergency Services Board

The board reviewed vote tallies for proposed Chief Officer Standards, By Law Changes, and Failed Response Policies. Members also discussed the transition to Motorola phone service for improved mapping and new protocols for SHA highway incidents.

• Officer Standards vote: 12 yes, 4 no, 5 abstained
• By Law Changes vote: 13 yes, 0 no, 8 abstained
• Failed Response Policy vote: 13 yes, 0 no, 8 abstained
• EMS Committee changed fail rate policy from 20% to 25%
• New Hazmat vehicle expected in three months

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on funding for school stadium improvements and the demolition of the Old Allegany High School. The body is also reviewing emergency vehicle purchases and various public works project advertisements.

• Transfer of $3,500,000 from Board of Education fund balance for Greenway Avenue Stadium project
• Award of Old Allegany High School Demolition Project to Demolition Services, Inc. for $677,611
• Purchase of two emergency vehicles for Corriganville Fire Department for $110,000
• Tax abatement of $1,519.68 for property at 846 Gephart Drive
• Third Amendment to lease with Alliant Techsystems Operations, LLC at Riverside Industrial Park

The Board of County Commissioners approved a $3.5 million budget amendment for the Greenway Avenue Stadium project and allocated $1.5 million in ARPA funds for stadium and fieldhouse renovations. They also awarded a $677,611 demolition contract for the old Allegany High School and approved the purchase of two used emergency vehicles for $110,000. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $3.5M transfer from Board of Education fund balance for Greenway Avenue Stadium project (unanimous)
• Allocated $1.5M ARPA funds to Board of Education for stadium and fieldhouse projects (unanimous)
• Awarded $677,611 demolition contract for Old Allegany High School to Demolition Services, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $110,000 purchase of used emergency vehicles from Corriganville Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including lease extension, water assistance MOA, ballfield agreements, and more (unanimous)

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to review administrative reports and plan for 2022 elections. Discussions include the FY23 budget, mail-in applications, and equipment updates.

• FY23 Budget
• 2022 Mail-in Applications
• Election Judge Training Schedule
• Additional BMDs
• Computer Systems and Software Security Updates

The Allegany County Board of Elections approved the January minutes and two confidentiality requests. They also completed acceptance testing of new pollbook printers, which all passed. No final decisions were made on polling place consolidations, which are expected in March.

• Approved January board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved two confidentiality requests (unanimous)
• Completed acceptance testing of new pollbook printers (all passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on a $2 million investment program for municipal downtown cores. The agenda also includes several grant agreements for social services and funding for property demolition.

• Invest Allegany Program: $2,000,000 for dollar-for-dollar match for downtown development projects
• City of Frostburg: $125,000 for acquisition and demolition costs at 167 Bowery Street
• Tax abatements totaling $2,557.25 for 804 Maryland Avenue and 439 Andrews Street
• Maryland State Department of Human Services grant for OHEP Administration Services up to $244,269
• Maryland State Department of Human Services grant for Mental Health Stabilization Services up to $154,706

The Board of County Commissioners approved the $2,000,000 Invest Allegany Program, a dollar-for-dollar matching grant for downtown development projects in Cumberland, Frostburg, and other Main Streets, funded over two fiscal years. They also approved a consent agenda that included grants for Frostburg's Gateway Project, tax abatements for two Cumberland properties, and three Maryland State Department of Human Services grant agreements. The board signed a letter supporting MARC Brunswick Line expansion to Hancock and Cumberland.

• Approved $2,000,000 Invest Allegany Program (2-0)
• Approved $125,000 to City of Frostburg for 167 Bowery Street demolition (consent agenda)
• Approved tax abatements totaling $2,557.25 for 804 Maryland Ave and 439 Andrews St, Cumberland (consent agenda)
• Approved Peer Support Services grant agreement up to $27,755 (consent agenda)
• Approved OHEP Administration Services grant agreement up to $244,269 (consent agenda)
• Approved Mental Health Stabilization Services grant agreement up to $154,706 (consent agenda)
• Signed letter supporting MARC Brunswick Line expansion to Hancock and Cumberland

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on several infrastructure contracts and operational agreements. Key items include a major sewage and water main replacement project and a ten-year operating agreement for the animal shelter.

• Award of $6,622,397.25 to Carl Belt, Inc. for Braddock Run-Jennings Run sewage and LaVale water main projects
• Ten-year operating agreement for the Allegany County Animal Shelter Management Foundation, Inc.
• Purchase of a used Bobcat L65 Loader for $69,010
• $25,000 in American Rescue Plan funding for C3I unit technology and software
• Encroachment Agreement with Cumberland to move the county recycling area to Kelly Road

The Board of County Commissioners approved a 10-year operating agreement with the Allegany County Animal Shelter Management Foundation, Inc., keeping the shelter no-kill for that term. They also approved a $6.62 million sewer/water project bid, a $69,010 Bobcat loader purchase, and several other consent agenda items. Commissioner Brodie abstained from the sewer project vote due to his employment with LaVale Sanitary Commission.

• Approved 10-year Animal Shelter Management Foundation Operating Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $6,622,397.25 bid to Carl Belt, Inc. for Locust Grove Force Main and LaVale Water Main Replacement (2-0-1, Brodie abstained)
• Authorized purchase of used Bobcat L65 Loader for $69,010
• Approved $25,000 ARP funding for C3I unit technology
• Appointed Nathan D. Price to Cumberland Economic Development Corporation Board
• Authorized Laboratory Services Agreement with Aeon Technologies, LLC
• Re-appointed and appointed members to Region 1 EMS Advisory Council
• Authorized $1,000 for Hogs and Patriots Foundation Recruitment Day

Election Board

The Board of Elections is meeting to discuss old business including polling place agreements and redistricting. New business items include mileage reimbursement and computer systems security updates.

• Polling place agreements and changes
• Redistricting
• New pollbook printers
• Voting equipment review
• Computer systems and software security updates

The Allegany County Board of Elections met and discussed consolidating multiple polling places for the 2022 elections, but no formal votes were taken. The board also reviewed polling place agreements, new pollbook printers, and redistricting efforts. The only formal action was approving the December minutes.

• Approved December board minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed combining District 4 polling places at Fort Hill High School (no action)
• Discussed combining Districts 005-004 and 005-006 at Braddock Middle School (no action)
• Discussed combining Districts 006-001, 006-003, and 006-005 at Allegany High School (no action)
• Discussed consolidating Districts 008-000, 009-000, and 010-000 at Westmar Middle School (no action)
• Discussed finding new polling place for District 014-000 due to Ramada Inn non-response (no action)