Mount Airy public meetings in 2022

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances: one changing MXD (Mixed Use Development) zone provisions, and two to convey town-owned property in exchange for land to design and construct a roundabout. The council will also consider an annexation resolution, a charter amendment, bond releases for Chick-fil-A and Twin Ridge Professional Park, a road transfer on Brittany Manor Road, and a water main design award for Prospect Road.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-25 changing MXD zone provisions
• Public hearings on Ordinances 2022-26 and 2022-34 to convey town property for roundabout construction
• Annexation Resolution 2022-45
• PWA bond release for Chick-fil-A, Inc.
• Recommendation of award for Prospect Road Water Main Design (Phase 2 engineering)

The Town Council approved several property transfers for roundabout construction and a budget amendment for a new mower. A proposed ordinance regarding MXD provisions was defeated, and an annexation resolution was postponed. The Council also filled several commission appointments.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-26 and 2022-34 to convey town property for roundabout construction (All in Favor)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-33 budget amendment to purchase $11,000 mower (All in Favor)
• Denied Ordinance 2022-25 changes to MXD provisions (2-3)
• Postponed Annexation Resolution 2022-45 for 8.3360 acres on Buffalo Road (All in Favor)
• Approved PWA Bond Releases for Chick-Fil-A, Inc. and Twin Ridge Professional Park (All in Favor)
• Approved Brittany Manor roads transfer (All in Favor)
• Approved award for Prospect Road Water Main Design (All in Favor)
• Appointed or re-appointed 8 members to various town commissions (All in Favor)

Streets & Roads Commission

The Streets and Roads Commission is meeting to discuss traffic safety matters, including speed studies, the South Main Street roundabout, and citizen complaints about speeding. The agenda includes updates from staff and the council liaison, plus public comment on non-agenda items. This is a regular working meeting focused on ongoing and new traffic-related business.

• Speed and traffic studies update
• South Main Street roundabout discussion
• Park Ridge/Park Ridge Court bus stop speeding issue
• Citizen complaint about speeding on Hill Street
• Proposed 4-way stop at Watersville (email from Mayor Hushour)

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission is meeting to review a proposed text amendment to the MXD-CC zone, several final site plans for commercial/industrial projects in Twin Ridge and Twin Arch business parks, and a special exception request for above-ground fuel storage tanks. The agenda also includes approval of unofficial minutes from the October 24 meeting and the Zoning Administrator's October report.

• Text Amendment Ordinance 2022-32: proposed modifications to the MXD-CC zone
• Final site plan for CubeSmart Mini Storage, Twin Ridge Professional Park, Section 2, Lot 7A (S-20-0032)
• Final site plan for multiple flex space industrial buildings, Twin Ridge Professional Park, Section 2, Lot 18A (S-20-0033)
• Final site plan for flex industrial space building, Twin Arch Business Park, Section 2, Phase 2, Lot 20 (S-20-0044)
• Special exception request for above-ground fuel storage tanks on Lot 15, Twin Arch Business Park

The Commission approved final site plans for two industrial projects and recommended a special exception for a fuel station. A proposed expansion for CubeSmart Mini-Storage was not approved due to a lack of a second motion. The Commission also elected its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

• Approved final site plan for Twin Ridge Professional Park Lot 18A Flex Industrial Space (All in favor)
• Approved final site plan for Twin Arch Business Park Lot 20 Flex Industrial Space (All in favor)
• Recommended approval for King Sports Construction fuel storage tanks at 2310 Back Acre Circle (All in favor)
• Denied recommendation for CubeSmart Mini-Storage expansion at Twin Ridge Professional Park Lot 7A (No second to motion)
• Postponed decision on Text Amendment Ordinance 2022-32 regarding MXU-CC overlay zone (All in favor)
• Elected Roxanne Hemphill as Chairperson (All in favor)
• Elected Bill Butts as Vice Chairperson (All in favor)
• Approved October 24, 2022 meeting minutes (All in favor)

Recreation and Parks Board

The Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board is meeting to discuss unfinished business including the Windy Ridge multi-use trail and the Skate Park, and new business including a Watkins volleyball court and FY23 budget preparation with project prioritization. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and reports from the chairman, councilmember, and town staff.

• Windy Ridge multi-use trail discussion
• Skate Park discussion
• Watkins volleyball court discussion
• FY23 budget prep - project prioritization

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will hold a public hearing on Annexation Resolution 2022-45. The council will also consider ten ordinances and one resolution, and may close part of the meeting to discuss acquiring property on Park Ridge Drive.

• Public hearing on Annexation Resolution 2022-45
• Consideration of ten ordinances (2022-12, 2022-21, 2022-22, 2022-25, 2022-26, 2022-29, 2022-30, 2022-33, 2022-34) and Resolution 2022-9
• Possible closed session to discuss acquisition of real property for a public purpose on Park Ridge Drive
• Police Chief Reitz's monthly report and Volunteer Fire Company report

The Council adopted the Frederick County Hazard Mitigation and Climate Adaption Plan and approved the transfer of Storm Pond #4 to the Town. Several ordinances regarding zoning and property exchange were introduced or re-introduced for future public hearings. A budget amendment for a new police station was postponed to a workshop.

• Approved transfer of Storm Pond #4 at Twin Ridge Professional Park to the Town (All in Favor)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-9: Frederick County Hazard Mitigation and Climate Adaption Plan (All in Favor)
• Appointed Matthew Elam to the Economic Development Commission (All in Favor)
• Postponed Ordinance 2022-30 budget amendment for $2M police station to workshop (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Cancelled Ordinance 2022-29 regarding residential components in industrial zones
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-33 for $11,000 mower purchase
• Scheduled public hearings for January 9, 2023, for Ordinances 2022-12, 2022-21, and 2022-22
• Scheduled public hearings for December 5, 2022, for Ordinances 2022-25, 2022-26, and 2022-34

Flat Iron Task Force

The Flat Iron Task Force is deciding how to preserve the historic Flat Iron Building, with options including a walkway or moving the building. An engineering assessment is underway, and a resolution to restore the building may go to the Town Council in December. The group has raised $14,717.62 so far.

• Engineering assessment of Flat Iron Building underway; results expected by December
• Resolution drafted to restore/renovate Flat Iron Building; may go to Town Council in December
• Fundraising total: $14,717.62 from t-shirts, tours, donations, and other efforts
• Discussed moving building (estimated $500k) vs. walkway to address pedestrian safety
• Silman Associates providing pro bono structural engineering support

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including a building permit exception for Twin Arch Business Park Lot 5, a proposed text amendment to the MXU-CC overlay zone, and the Zoning Administrator's report for September 2022. They will also review the unofficial minutes from the September 26, 2022 meeting.

• Twin Arch Business Park Lot 5 building permit exception (King Sports Construction)
• Text Amendment Ordinance 2022-32 - proposed modifications to MXU-CC overlay zone
• Zoning Administrator Report for September 2022
• Unofficial Planning Commission minutes for September 26, 2022

The commission voted unanimously to deny a request for reconsideration of a building permit for Twin Arch Business Park, Section 4, Lot 15. A proposed text amendment to the MXU-CC overlay zone was postponed for further discussion until the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Denied reconsideration of building permit for Twin Arch Business Park, Section 4, Lot 15 (unanimous)
• Postponed decision on Text Amendment 2022-22 (MXU-CC overlay zone) to next meeting

Recreation and Parks Board

The Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and discuss unfinished business including the Windy Ridge multi-use trail and the skate park. The agenda also includes a presentation from K.I.C. Kares about the Harvest Hustle 5K and a list of upcoming community events.

• Discussion of Windy Ridge multi-use trail
• Discussion of Skate Park
• Presentation on Harvest Hustle 5K (Nov. 12, Watkins Park)
• Upcoming events: Food Truck Monday, Haunted CaBOOse, Hometown Holidays

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance 2022-26 to exchange town-owned real property for the design and construction of a roundabout. The council will also consider several new ordinances, road closures for community events, and property annexations.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-26 for property exchange to construct a roundabout
• Annexation Resolution 2022-45 and Buffalo Road Property annexation plan
• Road closures for Candy Crawl and Spooky Trail and A Main Street Christmas
• Bond releases for Woodlands At Nottingham and Pine Grove Manor
• Ordinances 2022-27, 2022-28, 2022-30, 2022-31, and 2022-32

The Mount Airy Town Council adopted Annexation Resolution 2022-45 for an 8.336-acre parcel along Buffalo Road, with a public hearing set for November 7, 2022. The vote was 4-1, with Councilmember Domotor dissenting. The council also approved several budget amendments, including allocating $2,833,618 in ARPA funds and adding $460,000 for the Rails to Trails project east of Main Street. Two road closures for community events were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Annexation Resolution 2022-45 for 8.336 acres on Buffalo Road (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-27: Budget amendment allocating $2,833,618 in ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-28: Budget amendment adding $460,000 for Rails to Trails east of Main Street (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-30: Budget amendment adding $2,000,000 for new police station
• Approved road closure for Candy Crawl and Spooky Trail on Oct. 26 (unanimous)
• Approved road closure for Main Street Christmas on Dec. 3 (unanimous)
• Approved bond release for Woodlands at Nottingham Phase III (unanimous)
• Approved bond release for Pine Grove Manor Section One (unanimous)

Flat Iron Task Force

The Flat Iron Task Force met to discuss the future of the Flat Iron Building, focusing on a comprehensive engineering assessment to determine its safety and restoration needs. The town will front the cost of the assessment, with the task force reimbursing it. Fundraising efforts have raised $9,284.79 so far, with several upcoming events planned. The task force is also exploring design concepts and community outreach.

• Engineering assessment to be funded by town, with task force reimbursement
• Fundraising total: $9,284.79 from t-shirt sales, ghost tours, donations, and GoFundMe
• Upcoming fundraisers: ghost tours in October, restaurant fundraisers at California Tortilla and New York J&P Pizza
• Discussion of potential Park Avenue closure and fire truck navigation test
• Task force seeking volunteers for building cleanup and storage of historical items

Streets & Roads Commission

The Streets and Roads Commission is meeting to discuss traffic and road safety items, including speed studies, an update on speeding on Rising Ridge Road, the South Main Street roundabout, and parking issues at Fairview and Townhouse. They will also consider new business such as a potential teen driver safety event and dedicated turn signals at a light near a new carwash. The meeting includes public comment on non-agenda items.

• Speed and traffic studies update
• Rising Ridge Road speeding update
• South Main Street roundabout discussion
• Fairview & Townhouse parking discussion
• Potential teen driver safety event

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission is meeting to review several development proposals and zoning text amendments. They will consider a concept/final site plan for a carwash, changes to an Arby's restaurant, and a final plan for an industrial lot. The commission will also discuss proposed ordinances affecting residential use in industrial zones, the APFO and MXD district, forest stand delineation, and the CC and NP zoning districts. The agenda includes approval of the August minutes and a zoning administrator report.

• Arby's Restaurant - proposed changes to elevations and signage
• S-22-0015 Shiny Shell Carwash - concept/final site development plan
• S-21-0015 Twin Arch Industrial Subdivision, Phase 2, Lot 7A - final plan
• Text Amendment Ordinance 2022-29 to allow residential in industrial zone
• Ordinance 2022-25 - proposed changes to APFO and MXD zoning district

The Planning Commission voted 4-1 to recommend a text amendment allowing residential use in the Industrial Zone under certain circumstances. It also gave a negative recommendation to proposed changes to the APFO and MXD Zoning District, and approved several site plans and other ordinance changes. The meeting included updates from county planners and a report on 35 permits issued in August.

• Approved Arby's signage and elevation upgrades with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Shiny Shell Carwash site plan amendment at 402 E. Ridgeville Blvd with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Twin Arch Industrial Subdivision Phase 2, Lot 7 final site plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of text amendment to add residential component to Industrial Zone (4-1)
• Recommended against Ordinance 2022-25 (APFO and MXD Zoning District changes) (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2022-12 (FSD Plans changes) (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2022-21 (CC Zoning District changes) (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2022-22 (NP Zoning District changes) (unanimous)

Recreation and Parks Board

The Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board will review unfinished business including the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, the skate park, and dual lining for pickleball/tennis courts. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and reports from the chairman, councilmember, and town staff, followed by a list of upcoming community events.

• Windy Ridge multi-use trail discussion
• Skate Park update
• Pickleball/Tennis dual lining discussion
• Approval of August 2022 minutes
• Upcoming events: Oktoberfest, Duck Race, Ghost Tours

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding Charter Amendment Resolution 2022-2 concerning finance, budgeting, and purchasing. The body will also consider several contracts, ordinances, and an updated ARPA funding expenditure plan.

• Public hearing on Charter Amendment Resolution 2022-2 (Finance, Budgeting and Purchasing)
• Approval of Axon Taser contract renewal
• Approval of amended ARPA funding expenditures plan
• Bond release for Altimate Electric at Twin Arch Business Park
• Structural engineering assessment recommendation for Flat Iron Building

The Mount Airy Town Council approved several items including an amended ARPA funding expenditures plan, a Taser contract renewal for the police department, and a road closure for a VFW event. A motion to postpone a charter amendment resolution passed, scheduling a workshop. The council also approved a revised Greentree MXU-CC preconcept plan and various other items.

• Approved amended ARPA funding expenditures plan (unanimous)
• Approved Axon Taser contract renewal for MAPD (unanimous)
• Approved road closure on Veteran's Way for VFW event Sept. 25 (unanimous)
• Approved Kelly Frager professional development contract (4-1)
• Approved structural engineering assessment for Flat Iron Building (3-2)
• Approved revised Greentree MXU-CC preconcept plan (4-1)
• Postponed Charter Amendment Resolution 2022-2 for workshop (3-2)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-26 for property exchange for roundabout (public hearing Oct. 3)

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission is meeting to review several items, including a request for an extension for Twin Arch Business Park Lot 17, an annexation request from Buffalo Road Investments LLC, and proposed changes to the APFO and MXD zoning district. The commission will also consider the unsigned July 25, 2022 meeting minutes and the Zoning Administrator's report for July 2022. The agenda includes a recommendation to the Town Council regarding the zoning changes.

• Twin Arch Business Park, Lot 17, S-19-0032: request for extension
• Annexation Resolution 2022-45: Buffalo Road Investments LLC, full property
• Ordinance 2022-25: proposed changes to APFO and MXD zoning district
• Unsigned July 25, 2022 PC meeting minutes for approval
• Zoning Administrator report for July 2022

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend annexation of an 8.336-acre parcel on Buffalo Road (Buffalo Road Investments LLC) to the Town Council. They also approved a 1-year extension of the site plan for King Sports Construction at Twin Arch Business Park. A proposed ordinance on APFO and MXD Zoning District changes was discussed but not decided, tabled to the September 26 meeting.

• Approved recommendation to Town Council for annexation of 8.336-acre parcel on Buffalo Road (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year extension of site plan S-19-0032 for King Sports Construction at Twin Arch Business Park (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 25, 2022 (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion of Ordinance 2022-25 (APFO and MXD Zoning District changes) to September 26

Flat Iron Task Force

The Flat Iron Task Force is holding its regular meeting with updates from the mayor, chair, and council liaison, plus public comment. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed; the main business is subcommittee reports on grants, design, engineering, and related topics.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Mayor's update
• Subcommittee reports: Grants Finance/Fundraising, Government Outreach, Architectural Concepts, Arts and Design, Building Engineering and Safety, Plaza/Patio/Streetscapes, Public Relations & social media
• Public comment period

Economic Development Commission

The Mount Airy Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss ongoing economic development items, including the Mount Airy Shuttle Service, Food Truck Fridays/First Friday Downtown, a Business Expo/Job Fair, broadband availability, and the Envision Mount Airy initiative. The agenda also includes reports from community development, council, and police, as well as partner updates from local organizations. No final decisions are listed; most items are for discussion or updates.

• Mount Airy Shuttle Service update
• Food Truck Fridays/First Friday Downtown update
• Business Expo/Job Fair planning
• Broadband in Mount Airy discussion
• Envision Mount Airy update

Board of Appeals

The Mount Airy Board of Appeals is meeting to consider several cases, including findings and decisions on a home day care and a bed and breakfast, a one-year extension for the Greentree MXU-CC overlay, and a special exception for an above-ground fuel tank. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes.

• Findings and decision for home day care at 2004 Fieldbrook Lane (Case MA-BOA-2022-01)
• Findings and decision for bed and breakfast at 17 Paradise Avenue (Case MA-BOA-2022-02)
• One-year extension for Greentree MXU-CC overlay (Case MA-BOA-2021-01)
• Special exception for above-ground fuel tank for J and J Trash (Case MA-BOA-2022-03)

The Board of Appeals approved a four-year extension for a previously approved special exception for a mixed-use development at North Main Street and Candice Drive (3-1). The board also granted a special exception for a 10,000-gallon above-ground fuel storage tank for J&J Trash at 10610 Harp Road, Walkersville. Minutes from May 10, 2022, were approved, and findings and decisions were adopted for a home daycare at 2004 Fieldbrook Lane and a bed and breakfast at 17 Paradise Avenue.

• Approved 4-year extension for mixed-use development special exception at North Main Street and Candice Drive (3-1)
• Granted special exception for 10,000-gallon above-ground fuel storage tank for J&J Trash at 10610 Harp Road, Walkersville (unanimous)
• Approved findings and decision for home daycare at 2004 Fieldbrook Lane (unanimous)
• Approved findings and decision for bed and breakfast at 17 Paradise Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 (unanimous)

Recreation and Parks Board

The Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and discuss unfinished business including the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, the skate park, and pickleball/tennis dual lining. The agenda also lists upcoming community events.

• Windy Ridge multi-use trail discussion
• Skate Park discussion
• Pickleball/Tennis dual lining discussion
• Upcoming events: Farmers Market, Oktoberfest, Duck Race, etc.

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission is holding a work session to review draft chapters of the 2023 Master Plan, specifically Chapter 1 on process, goals, and objectives, and Chapter 2 on town history and regional setting. The meeting is a discussion and review session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Review of 2023 Master Plan Chapter 1 - Process, Goals and Objectives draft
• Review of 2023 Master Plan Chapter 2 - Town History and Current Regional Setting draft

Flat Iron Task Force

The Flat Iron Task Force is meeting to review and approve the minutes from its previous meeting. The agenda contains only this procedural item, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Review of 8-11-22 Flat Iron Task Force meeting minutes

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will discuss a revised preconcept sketch plan for Greentree MXU-CC and review recommendations for Prospect Road and Twin Ridge SWM. The body will also consider three ordinances and a tower lease.

• Revised Greentree MXU-CC Preconcept Sketch Plan
• Recommendation for Prospect Road Improvement
• Recommendation for Twin Ridge SWM
• Recommendation for Tower Lease
• Ordinances 2022-23, 2022-24, and 2022-25

The Mount Airy Town Council approved several contracts and budget amendments, including a $1.3 million budget amendment for I&I projects and a $13,250 amendment for radar speed signs. The council also approved the Prospect Road widening contract, Twin Ridge stormwater pond improvements, and a Dish Network tower lease. A revised Greentree MXU-CC preconcept plan was rejected, and a motion to seek outside services for teambuilding was approved.

• Approved $1.3M budget amendment for I&I projects (unanimous)
• Approved $13,250 budget amendment for radar speed signs (4-1)
• Approved Prospect Road widening contract (unanimous)
• Approved Twin Ridge Stormwater Pond Improvements No. 13 contract (unanimous)
• Approved Dish Network tower lease (unanimous)
• Approved outside services for teambuilding and effective communication (4-1)
• Rejected revised Greentree MXU-CC preconcept plan (1-4)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-25 on MXD provisions, sent to Planning

Economic Development Commission

The Mount Airy Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss economic development matters, including a business retention study, the Mount Airy Shuttle Service, broadband availability, and the Envision Mount Airy plan. The agenda includes reports from community development, council liaison, and police, plus partner updates from MAMSA and the Chamber of Commerce. Public comment is scheduled for both non-agenda and agenda items.

• Retention of Businesses Study – Donnamarie and Ray
• Mount Airy Shuttle Service – Josiah
• Broadband in Mount Airy – Morgan
• Envision Mount Airy – Donnamarie
• Guest Speaker/Contributor

Streets & Roads Commission

The Mount Airy Streets and Roads Commission is meeting virtually to discuss traffic and road safety items, including speed and traffic studies, an update on speeding on Rising Ridge Road, the South Main Street roundabout, and parking at Fairview and Townhouse. The agenda is mostly discussion items with no votes or contracts listed; public comment is limited to non-agenda items.

• Speed and Traffic Studies
• Rising Ridge Road speeding update
• Car Seat Safety 6/1/22
• South Main Street Roundabout
• Fairview & Townhouse Parking

The Streets and Roads Commission recommended removing a no-parking sign on the northbound side of Fairview and adding striping near a telephone pole at Maple and Fairview, based on MAVFC guidance. They also approved the Town Boundary Map for posting on the town website. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended removing no-parking sign on northbound Fairview, keeping southbound sign
• Recommended striping around curb at Maple and Fairview intersection
• Approved Town Boundary Map for town website

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission voted unanimously to hold, not approve, a building permit for a replacement building at Twin Arch Business Park, Lot 15, requiring the applicant to return with an amended site plan. The commission also approved the June 27, 2022 minutes and scheduled a work session for August 11, 2022 to discuss Chapter 1 of the 2023 Master Plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Held building permit for Twin Arch Business Park, Lot 15 replacement building (unanimous)
• Approved June 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled August 11, 2022 work session to discuss 2023 Master Plan Chapter 1

Recreation and Parks Board

The Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board is meeting to discuss several ongoing projects, including the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, skate park, and pickleball/tennis dual lining, as well as new business on fall field allocations. The agenda also includes a presentation on Rails to Trails and a list of upcoming community events.

• Rails to Trails presentation by Ashley Collier
• Windy Ridge multi-use trail discussion
• Skate Park update
• Pickleball/Tennis dual lining discussion
• Fall field allocations

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will discuss a charter amendment regarding the roles of the Mayor and Town Administrator in finance and purchasing. The body is also reviewing road closures for local events and a contract for trail capping.

• Charter Amendment Resolution 2022-2 regarding Mayor and Town Administrator roles in finance expenditures and purchasing
• Road closures for Celebrate Mount Airy and Oktoberfest
• Trail capping contract for Rails To Trails
• Town County Agreement for approval
• Ordinances 2022-20, 2022-23, and 2022-24

The Mount Airy Town Council approved several items, including a trail capping contract for Rails to Trails Main Street, road closures for Celebrate Mount Airy and Oktoberfest, a Town/County (Carroll) agreement, and multiple commission appointments. They also adopted Ordinance 2022-20 (vehicle and traffic amendment) and Resolution 2022-7 (Bee City USA designation), and introduced several ordinances and a charter amendment resolution for future consideration.

• Approved trail capping contract for Rails to Trails Main Street (all in favor)
• Approved road closure for Celebrate Mount Airy on Aug 27, 2022 (all in favor)
• Approved road closure for Oktoberfest on Sep 24, 2022 (4-0, Reed abstained)
• Approved Town/County (Carroll) agreement (all in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-20 (vehicle and traffic amendment) (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-7 (Bee City USA designation) (all in favor)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-23 (budget amendment for radar speed signs)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-24 (budget amendment for I&I projects)

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission voted unanimously to give a favorable recommendation to the Board of Appeals for J&J Trash's special exception request to install an above-ground fuel storage tank at 2504 Back Acre Circle, subject to conditions including an approved cover, concrete containment wall, and Town Engineer approval. The Commission also granted a second one-year extension for the site development plan at Twin Arch Business Park Lot 19, and approved the May 23, 2022 minutes. No action was taken on a replacement building for Lot 15 or the 2023 Master Plan Chapter 1, both deferred to the July 25, 2022 meeting.

• Approved favorable recommendation for J&J Trash fuel storage tank special exception (unanimous)
• Granted second one-year extension for site plan S-18-0004, Twin Arch Business Park Lot 19 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 23, 2022 (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Mount Airy Town Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider adopting a charter amendment on finance, budgeting, and purchasing, along with several budget amendments that reduce funding for various capital projects and reallocate funds for police body cameras. The council will also vote on annexation resolutions, introduce zoning changes, and review reports from the police and other town bodies.

• Public hearing on Charter Amendment Resolution 2021-2 (Finance, Budgeting & Purchasing)
• Adoption of Annexation Resolution 2021-44 (Rigler Property)
• Introduction of Annexation Resolution 2022-45 (8.336 acres along Buffalo Road)
• Budget amendments reducing MAPD retirement ($70,000), police station capital ($400,000), Center Street Connection ($1,000,000), Wildwood Park parking lot ($30,000), Water & Sewer vehicle purchases ($53,000), Storm Sewer lining ($600,000), and reallocating $42,098 for body cameras
• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-20 (Vehicle and Traffic Chapter 105 - Damage to Town Property) and zoning changes to CC and NP districts

The Economic Development Commission approved the May minutes and elected Josiah Timmerman as chair and Donnamarie as secretary. The commission set April 27, 2023 for Envision Mt Airy 2023 and formed a planning committee. Updates were given on grants, police-community relations, and the shuttle survey, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved May minutes
• Elected Josiah Timmerman as EDC chair (motion passed)
• Elected Donnamarie as EDC secretary (motion passed)
• Set April 27, 2023 for Envision Mt Airy 2023 event
• Formed Envision Mt Airy 2023 committee (Donnamarie, Ray, Jeanette)

Recreation and Parks Board

The Board will review unfinished business regarding the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, the Skate Park, and fencing at Twin Arch Crossing. The meeting also includes a discussion on Camp Night under new business.

• Windy Ridge multi-use trail update
• Skate Park update
• Twin Arch Crossing fencing
• Camp Night proposal

Town Council

The Town Council will consider several new ordinances, including changes to traffic and parking regulations. The agenda also includes discussions on property annexations and a proposed charter amendment regarding finance, budgeting, and purchasing.

• Charter Amendment Resolution 2021-2 concerning finance, budgeting, and purchasing
• Annexation Resolution 2021-44 for the Rigler Property
• Annexation Resolution 2022-45 for the Buffalo Road property
• Ordinance 2022-20 amending Chapter 105 regarding traffic and parking
• Ordinance 2022-21 concerning CC zone regulations

The Mount Airy Town Council approved a charter amendment on finance, budgeting, and purchasing (3-2), adopted several budget amendments reducing capital and operating lines, and approved the Twin Arch Park field fencing contract. The council also appointed or re-appointed commission members, with two appointments passing on split votes. An annexation resolution for the Rigler property failed to pass, and several ordinances were introduced for future consideration.

• Adopted Charter Amendment Resolution 2021-2 on finance, budgeting & purchasing (3-2)
• Approved Twin Arch Park field fencing contract (unanimous)
• Approved road closure for Main Street Mile on Aug 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-13 reducing MAPD retirement line by $70,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-14 reducing MAPD capital line for Police Station by $400,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-15 reducing Center Street Connection capital line by $1,000,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-16 reducing Wildwood Park parking lot capital line by $30,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-6 Community Legacy Project (unanimous)

Streets & Roads Commission

The commission will review updates on speed and traffic studies, including speeding on Rising Ridge Road. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Fairview and townhouse parking.

• Rising Ridge Road speeding update
• Speed and Traffic Studies
• Car Seat Safety
• Fairview & Townhouse Parking

The Streets and Roads Commission approved prior meeting minutes and discussed ongoing traffic safety efforts, including speed studies and a DUI patrol. The South Main Street roundabout funding was confirmed with construction scheduled for Spring 2023. New business included a discussion about overflow parking in the Town View community, with plans to test emergency vehicle access and review town codes. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion by Mary Hushour, seconded by Luci Riegel)
• Confirmed South Main Street roundabout funding, construction on schedule for Spring 2023
• Discussed Town View parking concerns; will test emergency vehicle access and review town codes
• Agreed to review ordinances on commercial vehicle parking in residential areas
• Appointed Carolyn Langille as new council secretary

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will discuss several community initiatives including the Mount Airy Shuttle Service and potential Food Truck Fridays. The meeting also includes updates on broadband access and the mapping of Tesla charging stations.

• Mount Airy Shuttle Service discussion
• Food Truck Fridays/First Friday Downtown community poll
• Business Expo/Job Fair update
• Broadband in Mount Airy update
• Tesla Charging Stations on the Map

The Economic Development Commission approved revising the master plan's first-floor retail provision to clarify it is a suggestion, not a requirement. They also approved the March minutes, selected Josiah Timmerman to draft the annual report, and scheduled EDC elections for June. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved revision to master plan first-floor retail language, clarifying it as a suggestion
• Approved March minutes
• Selected Josiah Timmerman to draft annual report by 1 July
• Scheduled EDC elections for June meeting

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission recommended conditional approval of the concept site development plan for Twin Arch Business Park, Section 2, Phase 2, Lot 20, subject to conditions. They also voted to hire a licensed professional for third-party review of the proposed Beck Property mixed-use development. The commission sent proposed changes to the CC and NP districts back to the Town Council for reintroduction, and deferred review of Ordinance 2022-11 on forest stand delineation to June.

• Recommended conditional approval of concept site plan for Twin Arch Business Park Lot 20 (all in favor)
• Approved hiring a licensed professional for third-party review of Beck Property MXD project (all in favor)
• Sent proposed CC District changes back to Town Council for reintroduction
• Sent proposed NP District changes back to Town Council for reintroduction
• Deferred review of Ordinance 2022-11 (Forest Stand Delineation) to June
• Approved minutes of April 25, 2022 (all in favor)

Recreation and Parks Board

The Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, the skate park, and fencing at Twin Arch Crossing. The agenda also includes presentations from the Thornton Family Foundation and the Rotary Club about upcoming events. Most of the agenda is routine updates and a long list of community events.

• Windy Ridge multi-use trail discussion
• Skate Park discussion
• Twin Arch Crossing fencing discussion
• Presentation: Thornton Family Foundation animal care/welfare event at Watkins Park
• Presentation: Rotary Club 'Main Street Mile' on August 13th on Main Street

Recycling & Sanitation Commission

The Mount Airy Sanitation and Recycling Commission is meeting to approve minutes, elect a chair and secretary, and review recent recycling events including a shred/battery event, drug take-back day, and spring bulk drop-off. They will also discuss updates to the downtown trash center, yard waste dates, and whether to continue funding Recycle Coach.

• Shred/Battery Event collected 9,900 pounds; truck full before noon, turned away residents
• Drug Take Back Day collected 7 yard waste bags and 1 sharps container
• Spring bulk drop-off used 4 trash dumpsters and 1 metal dumpster; issues with TVs and microwaves discussed
• Downtown trash center new signs and fencing updates
• Discussion on removing Recycle Coach from next budget

Board of Appeals

The Mount Airy Board of Appeals is meeting to act on three previously decided cases and to hear two new applications. The board will consider a home daycare at 2004 Fieldbrook Lane and a bed and breakfast at 17 Paradise Avenue. It will also adopt findings and decisions for three earlier cases, including one on Greentree Property and one on 1010 South Main Street.

• Adopt findings for Case MA-BOA-2021-01 (Greentree Property)
• Adopt findings for Case MA-BOA-2021-02 (Lot 53, Park View Subdivision)
• Adopt findings for Case MA-BOA-2021-03 (1010 South Main Street)
• Hear Case MA-BOA-2022-01: home occupation/home daycare at 2004 Fieldbrook Lane
• Hear Case MA-BOA-2022-02: bed and breakfast at 17 Paradise Avenue

The Mount Airy Board of Appeals approved findings and decisions for three prior cases and granted two new special exceptions. All votes were unanimous. The board approved a home daycare at 2004 Fieldbrook Lane and a bed and breakfast at 17 Paradise Avenue.

• Approved findings for Greentree Property MXU overlay (MA-BOA-2021-01) unanimously
• Approved side yard setback variance for Lot 53 Park View (MA-BOA-2021-02) unanimously
• Approved density variance for 1010 South Main Street (MA-BOA-2021-03) unanimously
• Approved special exception for home daycare at 2004 Fieldbrook Lane (MA-BOA-2022-01) unanimously
• Approved special exception for bed and breakfast at 17 Paradise Avenue (MA-BOA-2022-02) unanimously

Town Council

The Town Council will review several ordinances including the adoption of the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget and the current tax rate. The agenda also includes presentations regarding the Flat Iron Building site design and discussions on various infrastructure recommendations.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2022-7 for the FY 2022-2023 Budget
• Adoption of Ordinance 2022-6 regarding the FY 2021-22 Tax Rate
• Presentation on Flat Iron Building site design options
• Review of Greentree Village property pre-concept memo
• Recommendations for Prospect Road water main, EW paving, and Westridge SWM pond

The Mount Airy Town Council voted 3-2 to demolish the Flat Iron Building, with removal required within six months or as soon as practicable. The council also approved the FY2022-2023 budget and tax rates, several capital project awards, and various ordinances, while rejecting a proposed change to the Neighborhood Professional (NP) District. A motion to approve the Greentree MXU pre-concept sketch plan failed for lack of a second.

• Approved demolition of Flat Iron Building (3-2)
• Adopted FY2022-2023 tax rates (all in favor)
• Adopted FY2022-2023 budget (all in favor)
• Approved Prospect Road Water Main Replacement award (all in favor)
• Approved paving East-West Parking Lot award (all in favor)
• Approved Westridge Stormwater Pond Improvements award (all in favor)
• Approved MOA for parking lot acquisition north of Prospect Road (all in favor)
• Rejected Ordinance 2022-5 (NP District changes) (1-4)

Economic Development Commission

The Mount Airy Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss ongoing economic development initiatives, including the Welcome Home Mount Airy program, a potential shuttle service, Food Truck Fridays/First Friday Downtown, a Business Expo/Job Fair, and broadband availability. The agenda includes reports from community development, council, and police, as well as partner updates from local business organizations.

• Welcome Home Mount Airy program update
• Mount Airy Shuttle Service discussion
• Food Truck Fridays/First Friday Downtown – poll community on best night
• Business Expo/Job Fair planning
• Broadband in Mount Airy update

The Economic Development Commission approved a motion to add $5,000 to the Business Incentives category in its proposed budget, which totals $92,741. The budget will be sent to the Mayor. The Commission also approved making the 'Building a Better Future' grant a matching grant, with details to be discussed at the next meeting.

• Approved $5,000 addition to Business Incentives category in EDC budget (motion passed)
• Approved making 'Building a Better Future' grant a matching grant (motion passed)
• Approved March minutes (motion passed)

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission voted to recommend rezoning four parcels on South Main Street as part of the 2023 Master Plan. 1801 South Main Street was recommended for CC-Community Commercial, while 1701, 1703, and 1709 South Main Street were each recommended for LC-Limited Commercial. All four votes were 5-1, with Leslie Dickinson opposed. The recommendations now go to the Town Council for final decision.

• Recommended rezoning 1801 South Main Street to CC-Community Commercial (5-1)
• Recommended rezoning 1701 South Main Street to LC-Limited Commercial (5-1)
• Recommended rezoning 1703 South Main Street to LC-Limited Commercial (5-1)
• Recommended rezoning 1709 South Main Street to LC-Limited Commercial (5-1)
• Approved minutes of March 28, 2022, as amended (unanimous)

Recreation and Parks Board

The Recreation and Parks Board will hear a presentation on recreational basketball at the Twin Arch Crossing court, review unfinished business including the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, skate park, and baseball field check-in form, and discuss fencing for the Twin Arch soccer field. The agenda also lists numerous upcoming community events.

• Presentation by Saad Chaudry of Raptorclaw Fitness on recreational basketball at Twin Arch Crossing basketball court
• Unfinished business: Windy Ridge multi-use trail, Skate Park, baseball field check-in form
• New business: Twin Arch soccer field fencing
• Upcoming events include Love Your Park Week (4/16-4/24), nature hike at Windy Ridge (4/22), Intro to Pickleball at Prospect Park (4/23), Drug Take Back Day (4/23), and Twin Ridge SuperHero 5k Fun Run (4/30)

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will hold public hearings on proposed changes to the CC Community Commercial District (Ordinance 2022-4) and the annexation of the Rigler property (Resolution 44). They will also consider several ordinances and resolutions, including the FY 2022-23 budget, tax rate, and various amendments.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-4: changes to CC Community Commercial District
• Public hearing on Rigler property annexation (Resolution 44)
• Ordinance 2022-6: adoption of tax rate for FY 2021-22
• Ordinance 2022-7: adoption of 2022-23 budget
• Resolution 2022-4: Oktoberfest alcohol permit

The Mount Airy Town Council approved an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system, re-appointed and appointed several commission members (with one rejection), adopted resolutions allowing alcohol at two downtown events, and allocated water/sewer capacity. Several ordinances were introduced for public hearings, but one proposed zoning change was not adopted due to lack of a second.

• Approved Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system (all in favor)
• Re-appointed Marc Mignogna to Board of Rec and Parks (4-1)
• Re-appointed Diane Gleason to Board of Appeals (all in favor)
• Re-appointed Carroll Roles to Ethics Commission (all in favor)
• Lindey Camerata not appointed to Board of Appeals (3-2 against)
• Appointed Wade Gallagher to Board of Appeals (all in favor)
• Appointed Christopher Spaur to Beautification Commission (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-5 allocating water & sewer capacity (4-1)

Streets & Roads Commission

The Mount Airy Streets and Roads Commission is meeting virtually to discuss traffic safety items, including speed and traffic studies, an update on speeding on Rising Ridge Road, and car seat safety. The agenda is largely routine, with staff updates, old business, and new business items such as citizen submittals and a Senior Task Force update.

• Speed and Traffic Studies
• Rising Ridge Road speeding update
• Car Seat Safety
• Delineators at Chick-fil-A
• Senior Task Force Update

The Mount Airy Streets and Roads Commission met virtually and approved the prior meeting minutes. They discussed adding delineators around Chick-fil-A to reduce illegal U-turns, new traffic studies on Main Street and Prospect, and a potential car wash at the old Capital One Bank site. Public comments raised concerns about speed on Buffalo Road, but the town cannot act because that road is not town-owned. No formal votes were taken on new items.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion by Riegel, second by Fanning)
• Discussed adding delineators around Chick-fil-A to reduce illegal U-turns
• Discussed new traffic studies on Main Street, Prospect, and near Liquidity Ale Works
• Discussed potential car wash at old Capital One Bank site with possible right-turn lane at Ridgeville light
• Noted Buffalo Road speed concerns cannot be addressed by town as road is not town-owned

Economic Development Commission

The commission will review reports from community development and council liaisons. The meeting includes discussions on broadband access in Mount Airy and updates regarding local business initiatives.

• Discussion on Broadband in Mount Airy
• Update on Food Truck Fridays/First Friday Downtown community poll
• Review of Welcome Home Mount Airy and Mount Airy Shuttle Service
• Business Expo/Job Fair update
• Reports from MAPD, MAMSA, and Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce

The Economic Development Commission reported that all funding for the Building a Brighter Future Small Business Grant Program has been awarded to six local businesses, with amounts ranging from $461 to $10,000. The Commission also noted the installation of 37 new Hometown Hero banners, discussed ongoing Main Street grant applications, and scheduled upcoming events. No formal votes or new initiatives were taken, as key member Josiah Timmerman was absent.

• Awarded $10,000 to Browning Reagle for roof replacement
• Awarded $4,125 to Snap Fitness 24/7 for security system
• Awarded $461 to St. James Thrift Shop for signage
• Awarded $2,740.50 to One Hour A/C and Heating for awning and fence
• Awarded $3,779 to Cedarbrook for ADA patio
• Awarded $3,894.50 to Liquidity Aleworks for electrical improvements
• Installed 37 new Hometown Hero banners (Public Works)

Recreation and Parks Board

The Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board is meeting to discuss recreational basketball at Twin Arch Crossing, pickleball court options, and unfinished business including the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, skate park, 2022 field allocations, baseball field check-in form, and budget priorities. The agenda also lists upcoming community events.

• Recreational basketball at Twin Arch Crossing basketball court
• Pickleball court options
• Windy Ridge multi-use trail
• Skate Park
• 2022 Field Allocations

Recycling & Sanitation Commission

The Mount Airy Recycling & Sanitation Commission is meeting to discuss upcoming recycling and disposal events, including a shred/battery event, drug take-back day, and spring bulk drop-off. They will also review bids for trash/recycling services, updates to the downtown trash center, and the budget.

• Shred/Battery Event on April 2, 2022, 9-12, needs volunteers for signs and event work
• Drug Take Back Day on April 23, 2022, needs volunteers and promotion
• Spring bulk drop-off on April 30, 2022, 9-1, needs advertisement and helpers
• Downtown Trash Center new signs and fencing updates
• Bids for trash/recycling services update

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will review a recommendation for trash collection services and consider several ordinances regarding development and public safety impact fees. The agenda also includes updates on the Center Street water main replacement and the Flat Iron Building.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2022-2 regarding development fees
• Adoption of Ordinance 2022-3 regarding public safety impact fees
• Recommendation for trash collection services
• Impact fee adjustment review
• Center Street water main replacement update

The Mount Airy Town Council approved two ordinances: Ordinance 2022-2 establishing development fees and Ordinance 2022-3 establishing public safety impact fees, both by unanimous vote. The council also approved a trash collection services recommendation, re-appointed Leslie Dickinson to the Planning Commission (3-2), re-appointed Judi Stull to the Board of Appeals, appointed Jeannette Bingaman to the Economic Development Commission, and approved an emergency amendment to the Center Street Water Main Replacement project. All other items were reports or procedural approvals.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-2 (Development Fees) (all in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-3 (Public Safety Impact Fees) (all in favor)
• Approved trash collection services recommendation (all in favor)
• Re-appointed Leslie Dickinson to Planning Commission (3-2)
• Re-appointed Judi Stull to Board of Appeals (all in favor)
• Appointed Jeannette Bingaman to Economic Development Commission (all in favor)
• Approved emergency amendment to Center Street Water Main Replacement (all in favor)
• Approved February Town Council minutes (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission recommended rezoning 1302 South Main Street to Neighborhood Professional (NP) and 302 Watersville Road to NP, despite the latter's request for Mixed-Use Development. The commission denied a rezoning request for 1101 East Ridgeville Blvd. from Residential Existing to Industrial. It also approved concept site plans for the Mount Airy Medical Eye Center and Twin Arch Self Storage Phase 2, and approved a temporary pole building permit for Canyon Contractor.

• Approved minutes for January 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Recommended conditional approval of Mount Airy Medical Eye Center concept site plan (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Twin Arch Self Storage Phase 2 amended concept plan (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of temporary pole building at 2501 Back Acre Circle (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of 1101 East Ridgeville Blvd. from RE to Industrial (unanimous)
• Recommended rezoning of 1302 South Main Street to NP (3-1, Dickinson opposed)
• Recommended rezoning of 302 Watersville Road to NP (unanimous, despite MXD request)
• Postponed Ordinance 2022-5 (NP district changes) to March 28, 2022

Economic Development Commission

The Mount Airy Economic Development Commission met on February 23, 2022, to review reports from community development and police partners. The agenda included a guest presentation by the Mount Airy Senior Task Force and discussions on new initiatives like the Mount Airy Shuttle Service and Food Truck Fridays. No specific votes, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• Discussion of Mount Airy Shuttle Service with guest speaker
• Proposal to poll community on best night for Food Truck Fridays/First Friday Downtown
• Discussion of Business Expo/Job Fair
• Guest speaker presentation by Mount Airy Senior Task Force (Bill Butts and Wayne Evans)

The Economic Development Commission approved the January minutes and heard from the Mt Airy Senior Task Force about transportation and other senior issues. The town hired a social media/outreach coordinator, and the Building a Brighter Future grant was awarded to five recipients. No formal votes were taken on new business; the food truck event is still in planning.

• Approved January minutes (unanimous)
• Heard MAST presentation on senior transportation issues
• Noted town hired social media/outreach coordinator
• Noted Building a Brighter Future grant awarded to five recipients
• Discussed food truck event, consensus on Saturdays

Recreation and Parks Board

The Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear a presentation on the Watkins Park 5K, and receive reports from the chairman, councilmember, and town staff. Unfinished business includes the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, Skate Park, 2022 field allocations, and a baseball field check-in form. New business is a discussion of parks budget priorities. The agenda also lists upcoming community events.

• Watkins Park 5K presentation by Mallory Odorzynski (DHG)
• Windy Ridge multi-use trail update
• Skate Park update
• 2022 field allocations
• Parks budget priorities discussion

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission approved its November minutes as written. Ashley Collier reported receiving a $5,000 grant from Keep America Beautiful for planting trees in Windy Ridge Park and offered it to the commission to spend. The commission discussed upcoming tasks, including pruning roses in Vest Pocket Park, replacing a dying redbud tree in Wildwood Park, and planning tree planting along the Windy Ridge and East-West Trail. No formal votes were taken on these items; the next meeting is scheduled for March 14.

• Approved November minutes as written.
• Accepted offer of $5,000 Keep America Beautiful grant for tree planting in Windy Ridge Park.
• Volunteered Dick Heiger to prune roses in Vest Pocket Park in February.
• Discussed replacing a dying redbud tree along the Wildwood Park fence.
• Planned to check trees planted at Dog Park and Watkins Park sign.
• Deferred budget determination for next fiscal year to the next meeting.

Town Council

The Town Council will review several ordinances regarding development-impact fees and proposed changes to the CC and NP zones. The meeting also includes discussions on water main replacements and culvert design awards.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2022-2 regarding development-impact fees
• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-4 for proposed changes to the CC zone
• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-5 for proposed changes to the NP zone
• Amended Center Street water main replacement
• Recommendation for award regarding culvert replacement design

The Mount Airy Town Council tabled the amended Center Street Water Main Replacement until March for staff research on a budget amendment, and approved the culvert replacement recommendation. Several commission appointments were made, though Lindey Camerata's re-appointment to the Planning Commission was rejected. Two ordinances were postponed, two were introduced, and a resolution on water and sewer capacity was approved.

• Tabled amended Center Street Water Main Replacement until March (all in favor)
• Approved culvert replacement recommendation (all in favor)
• Appointed Rick Dye to Ethics Commission (all in favor)
• Appointed Morgan Rock to EDC (all in favor)
• Rejected Lindey Camerata re-appointment to Planning Commission (3-2)
• Re-appointed Luci Riegel to Streets and Roads (all in favor)
• Postponed Ordinance 2022-2 (Development Fees) and 2022-3 (Public Safety Impact Fees) until Mayor reviews (all in favor)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-4 (CC District changes) and 2022-5 (NP District changes), referred to Planning Commission

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission will consider concept site plans for two lots in Twin Ridge Professional Park, an amended plat for Lot 18A, and a resolution setting priority areas for 2022-23. They will also receive reports from the council liaison and zoning administrator.

• S-20-0032: Concept site plan for Twin Ridge Professional Park, Section 2, Lot 7A
• S-20-0033: Concept site plan for Twin Ridge Professional Park, Section 2, Lot 18A
• AP-20-0080: Amended final plat for Twin Ridge Professional Park, Section 2, Lot 18A
• Resolution 2022-1: Setting priority areas for 2022-23
• Zoning administrator reports for November, December, and annual 2021

The Mount Airy Planning Commission approved concept site development plans for two mini-storage facilities (CubeSmart) at Twin Ridge Professional Park, Lots 7A and 18A, and an amended plat consolidating Lots 18 and 19 into Lot 18A. The approvals were subject to conditions including clarification of stormwater pond ownership and maintenance, and a traffic impact letter. The commission also adopted Resolution 2022-1 setting priority areas for 2022-23.

• Approved concept site plan for Twin Ridge Professional Park Lot 7A mini-storage facility (all in favor)
• Approved concept site plan for Twin Ridge Professional Park Lot 18A mini-storage facility (4-1, Dickinson opposed)
• Approved amended plat consolidating Lots 18 and 19 into Lot 18A (4-1, Dickinson opposed)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-1 setting priority areas for 2022-23 (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of November 29, 2021 (all in favor)

Economic Development Commission

The Mount Airy Economic Development Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. Members will hear reports from community development, the council, and police, plus partner updates. They will discuss old business including the Welcome Home Mount Airy program and the Mount Airy Map Project, and new business covering analysis of a business survey, 2022 work plan initiatives, and budget discussions.

• Analyze Business Survey and 2021 EDC Work Plan for 2022 initiatives
• Budget discussion led by Donnamarie
• Welcome Home Mount Airy program update
• Mount Airy Map Project update
• Guest speaker/contributor presentation

Streets & Roads Commission

The Streets and Roads Commission is meeting to discuss traffic-related matters, including speed and traffic studies, an update on speeding on Rising Ridge Road, and car seat safety. The agenda also includes staff updates, a council liaison report, and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Speed and Traffic Studies
• Rising Ridge Road speeding update
• Car Seat Safety
• Citizen submittals

The commission approved the prior meeting minutes with a typo correction. Staff reported ongoing enforcement of U-turns near Chick-Fil-A and positive feedback on new crosswalks on Rising Ridge Road. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; discussions covered traffic studies, car seat safety, and a citizen comment about stop signs on Prospect Road.

• Approved prior meeting minutes with typo correction (motion by Fanning, second by Langille)
• Discussed continued U-turn enforcement near Chick-Fil-A
• Noted positive reviews of stops and raised crosswalks on Rising Ridge Rd
• Discussed potential expansion of raised crosswalks to other neighborhoods
• Discussed car seat safety check at Watkins Park, pending county/fire company response
• Noted roundabout construction set to begin Spring/Summer 2022
• Noted stop signs on Prospect Road replaced with yield signs

Recreation and Parks Board

The Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board is meeting to discuss unfinished business including the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, the skate park, and a baseball field check-in form, and to consider new business on 2022 field allocations. The agenda also includes reports from the chairman, councilmember, and town staff, and a list of upcoming community events.

• Windy Ridge multi-use trail discussion
• Skate Park update
• Baseball field check-in form
• 2022 field allocations
• Hot Chocolate Crawl on 2/12, 4-6pm on Main Street

Recycling & Sanitation Commission

The Mount Airy Recycling & Sanitation Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss and decide on several operational items, including spring bulk pickup logistics, a shredding and battery event, and the upcoming budget. They will also consider a new contract request for proposals (RFP) and whether to participate in National Drug Take Back Day. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and electing officers.

• Spring bulk pickup: J and J can provide dumpsters; setup in Municipal Lot; discuss hours, item limits, and advertisement
• Shred/Battery Event on April 2, 2022: discuss advertisement wording and limitations
• Budget discussion: DTC fencing and upgrades
• RFP for new contract: input and recommendations from commission
• National Drug Take Back Day on April 23, 2022: decide whether to continue participation

The Recycling and Sanitation Commission approved the November 2021 minutes and discussed several upcoming events, including spring bulk pickup, a shred/battery event, and Drug Take Back Day. The commission's role was clarified as advisory, with the Town making final decisions. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters.

• Approved November 2021 minutes (motion by Balderson, second by Dixon)
• Set spring bulk pickup tentative date for April 30, 2022 (backup May 7)
• Scheduled shred/battery event for April 2, 2022 at Watkins Park
• Confirmed participation in Drug Take Back Day on April 23, 2022
• Noted 112 recycling toters to be delivered this week
• Commission elections for Chair and Secretary set for May 18, 2022 meeting

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a proposed annexation of the Rigler property, ordinances on wireless facilities and body-worn cameras for police, and introduction of development impact fees. The council will also consider appointments, a reduction in bonding for a business park, and a resolution on disclosure policies. The meeting is being held virtually with Town Hall closed to the public.

• Annexation Resolution 2021-44 for the Rigler property
• Ordinance 2021-18 regulating wireless facilities
• Ordinance 2021-29 budget amendment for police body-worn cameras
• Ordinance 2022-2 and 2022-3 introducing development impact fees
• Reduction in bonding for Twin Arch Business Park Section 4, Phase 2, Lot 18A-J

The Mount Airy Town Council approved several items, including the adoption of the Rigler Property annexation plan, Ordinance 2021-18 for small cell towers, and budget amendments for body-worn cameras and bolt replacement. They also introduced ordinances for development fees and public safety impact fees, and approved a reduction in bonding for Twin Arch Business Park. The council voted 3-2 to recommend approval of the Flat Iron Building Alternative Study.

• Adopted Annexation Plan for Rigler Property (all in favor)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-18 Small Cell Tower (all in favor)
• Adopted Budget Amendment for Body Worn Cameras ($42,098 grant) (all in favor)
• Adopted Emergency Budget Amendment for Bolt Replacement ($250,000) (all in favor)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-2 Development Fees (all in favor)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-3 Public Safety Impact Fees (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-1 Council Policy #7 (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of Flat Iron Building Alternative Study (3-2)