Mount Airy public meetings in 2024

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals is meeting to review a variance application for a property in the Brittany Manor Subdivision. The board will also review findings and a decision regarding a special exception for St. Andrews Presbyterian Church.

• Case MA-BOA-2024-04: Variance application for 107 Jimmys Street in Brittany Manor Subdivision
• Case MA-BOA-2024-03: Special exception findings for St. Andrews Presbyterian Church Nursery School

The Mount Airy Board of Appeals approved a rear yard setback variance for Kevin and Leslie McGowan at 107 Jimmys Street, Lot 33, Brittany Manor, under code section §112-61. The board also approved the findings and decision for a previously approved special exception for St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church at 609 Center Street. Minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting were approved.

• Approved rear yard setback variance for 107 Jimmys Street (all in favor)
• Approved findings and decision for special exception MA-BOA-2024-03, St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (all in favor)
• Approved September 10, 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will hear reports from police, fire, and various commissions, and consider several action items. Key items include a resolution to extend the deadline to act on the 2023 Comprehensive Master Plan by 60 days, and an ordinance for a FY-2025 budget amendment for the Rails to Trails project east of Main. The council will also schedule a public hearing on the Master Plan and consider mayor appointments and re-appointments for December 2024.

• Resolution 2024-5: 60-day extension to act upon the Comprehensive Master Plan
• Ordinance 2024-24: Budget Amendment FY-2025 for Rails to Trails East of Main
• Schedule a public hearing for the 2023 Comprehensive Master Plan
• December 2024 Mayor Appointments and Re-Appointments
• Approval of November 4, 2024 Town Council meeting minutes

Streets & Roads Commission

The Commission will review staff updates and discuss safety measures for Main Street. The meeting includes reviews of old business regarding speed limits and pedestrian signs, as well as new business concerning specific local roads and citizen complaints.

• Main Street safety discussion
• Merridale speed limit review
• Lit Ped Xing signs
• Twin Ridge citizen complaints
• Road plans and Rail Yard discussion

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting on November 25, 2024. The agenda contains only procedural items: approval of the October 28, 2024 minutes and a Zoning Administrator report. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of October 28, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
• Zoning Administrator Report for October 2024

Recreation and Parks Board

The board is meeting to hear a presentation from Scout Troop 460 regarding a Gaga Ball Pit. Members will also discuss unfinished business concerning the Windy Ridge multi-use trail.

• Presentation by Cole D ’Onofrio of Scout Troop 460 regarding a Gaga Ball Pit
• Discussion of Windy Ridge multi-use trail
• Windy Ridge workday on 11/23 at East/West parking lot

2023 Master Plan Work Session

This is a joint work session between the Town Council and Planning Commission to discuss the Draft 2023 Master Plan. The agenda includes a high-level overview, open discussion on the plan, and a focused discussion on the mission statement and goals and objectives. Public comments will be heard, and written comments are encouraged.

• Introduction by Mayor Hushour and Council President Washabaugh
• High-level overview of the plan by Planning Commission Chair
• Open discussion about the plan between Town Council and Planning Commission
• Open discussion about the mission statement and goals and objectives
• Citizen comments and concerns

Recycling & Sanitation Commission

The Recycling & Sanitation Commission will discuss old business items including a tonnage report on curbside bulk pickup, the addition of dog waste stations along the Rails to Trails West, and setting the date for March yard waste collection. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, citizen comments, and a council liaison report. No new business is listed.

• Curbside bulk pickup tonnage report to be reviewed
• Dog waste stations have been added on Rails to Trails West
• March yard waste date to be discussed

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will hold its regular meeting on November 4, 2024. After approving minutes and receiving reports from departments and commissions, they will take up new business including a recommendation for water main improvements on Rockwell Bellview, a recommendation regarding the Flat Iron Building, snow removal for 2025, a bond release, and mayoral appointments. The council will also consider ordinances, including Annexation Resolution 2024-46 and two other ordinances (2024-22 and 2024-23). Unfinished business includes scheduling a joint work session with the Planning Commission to review the final draft Master Plan.

• Annexation Resolution 2024-46 under ordinances and resolutions
• Water Main Improvements Rockwell Bellview recommendation
• Flat Iron Building recommendation
• Snow Removal 2025 contract
• November 2024 Mayor Appointments and Re-appointments

Planning Commission

This meeting includes a signage permit for Cigars And More Store at Twin Arch Shopping Center, consideration of variations for the Wildwood Section VII pre-concept site development plan, and possible approval of a Fire/EMS certification letter. The commission will also approve previous meeting minutes and receive the Zoning Administrator report.

• Signage permit for Cigars And More Store at Twin Arch Shopping Center
• Pre-concept site development plan variations for Wildwood Section VII
• Fire/EMS proposed certification letter for review and possible approval
• Approval of unofficial September 30, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
• September 2024 Zoning Administrator Report

2023 Master Plan Work Session

The Mount Airy Town Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint work session to discuss the Draft 2023 Master Plan. The meeting includes an introduction, an overview by the Planning Commission chair, open discussion, and a public comment period. Citizens can also submit written comments.

• Discussion of the Draft 2023 Master Plan
• Public comment period from 9:00 PM to 9:25 PM
• Joint work session between Town Council and Planning Commission
• Meeting held at American Legion, 801 Prospect Road
• Live broadcast via Carroll Media Center and Town Facebook page

Recreation and Parks Board

The Recreation and Parks Board will meet to discuss unfinished business regarding the Windy Ridge multi-use trail. The board will also hear a presentation from Girl Scout Troop 2095 regarding bird houses in Watkins Park.

• Presentation by Girl Scout Troop 2095 regarding bird houses in Watkins Park
• Discussion of Windy Ridge multi-use trail

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will hold a public hearing on Annexation Resolution 2024-46 and consider approving the final draft of the 2023 Master Plan. New business includes a road closure for Veterans Day, ARPA expenditure updates, and a recommendation for wastewater treatment plant lab improvements. The council will also hear reports from the police, fire company, and various commissions, and consider two ordinances (2024-22 and 2024-23) and mayoral appointments.

• Public hearing on Annexation Resolution 2024-46
• Workshop to schedule approval of the final draft 2023 Master Plan and maps
• Recommendation on 2024 WWTP Lab Improvements
• Update on ARPA expenditures as of 9-30-2024
• October 2024 mayor appointments and re-appointments

Water & Sewer Commission

The commission discussed FY2024 financial performance showing combined operating and capital deficits of about $660,000. They reviewed a water service line lead inventory that found 29 galvanized lines and over 900 lines of unknown material, and approved draft letters to affected customers. Members considered PFAS-related items including nano-bubble oxidation technology and stormwater pond testing, with no action taken. Proposed MDE stormwater regulation changes that could increase costs were also noted.

• FY2024 operating deficit of $294,153 and capital deficit of $365,915
• Water service line lead inventory: 29 galvanized lines, over 900 unknown material
• Draft letters to customers affected by lead inventory results reviewed and edited
• No action taken on Nano-Bubble Oxidation Technology for PFAS removal
• MDE proposed stormwater regulation changes noted as potential cost increases

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider the final draft of the 2023 Master Plan and associated maps, a building permit modification for McDonald's at 1706 Ridgeside Drive, revised elevations for South Side Plaza, and a concept plan for Twin Arch Business Park Lot 15. They will also review the August 2024 Zoning Administrator Report and approve unofficial minutes from August 26, 2024.

• McDonald's building permit modifications at 1706 Ridgeside Drive
• South Side Plaza revised elevations
• Twin Arch Business Park Lot 15 concept plan (King Sports Construction)
• 2023 Master Plan and Maps final draft
• August 2024 Zoning Administrator Report

Streets & Roads Commission

The Streets & Roads Commission will discuss Main Street Safety, review old business including Rising Ridge signs and a driver assist from Main to Prospect, and take up new business such as Twin Ridge citizen complaints and the Merridale Speed Limit. Staff updates from Officer Brooks and Erich Stockdale and a council liaison report from Councilman Steve Domotor are also on the agenda.

• Main Street Safety discussion led by Councilman Domotor
• Rising Ridge signs under old business
• Driver assist from Main to Prospect
• Twin Ridge citizen complaints
• Merridale Speed Limit consideration

Recreation and Parks Board

The Recreation and Parks Board is meeting to review unfinished business regarding two local projects. The board will discuss the Windy Ridge multi-use trail and the skate park.

• Windy Ridge multi-use trail
• Skate Park

Recycling & Sanitation Commission

The Recycling & Sanitation Commission will consider participating in the October 26th Drug Take Back Day and receive updates on curbside bulk pickup tonnage, recycling toter storage, and the transition to a uniform Tuesday trash pickup day. The agenda also includes approval of May meeting minutes and citizen comments. Most items are discussions or reports; no binding votes on ordinances are expected.

• Decision on participation in October 26th Drug Take Back Day
• Update on town-wide Tuesday trash pickup day
• Report on curbside bulk pickup tonnage
• Discussion on recycling toter storage and ordering more toters
• Recycling flyers from Frederick County for event distribution

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Case No. MA-BOA-2024-03, a special exception request by St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (609 Center Street) to operate a nursery school/childcare. The board will also consider adopting the findings and decision for the Wildwood Park Section VII case (MA-BOA-2024-02) and approving the unofficial minutes from July 15, 2024.

• Public hearing on special exception for nursery school/childcare at 609 Center Street (St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church)
• Consideration of findings and decision for Wildwood Park Section VII, Case No. MA-BOA-2024-02
• Approval of unofficial minutes from July 15, 2024 Board of Appeals meeting

Town Council

The Town Council will review an annexation resolution and a new ordinance. The meeting includes reports from town departments and the consideration of revised public works agreements for specific lots.

• Annexation Resolution 2024-46
• Ordinance 2024-21
• Revised PWA for Lot 7A TRPP
• Revised PWA for Lot 18A TRPP
• September 2024 Mayor Appointments and Re-Appointments

The Mount Airy Town Council approved a $104,900 budget amendment for the Rails to Trails West of Main Street Project, adopted revisions to public works agreements for Twin Ridge Professional Park lots, and approved road closure for Trunk or Treat. The council also made appointments to the Board of Appeals and scheduled a public hearing for an annexation request.

• Approved $104,900 budget amendment for Rails to Trails West of Main Street Project (all in favor)
• Approved revisions to PWA for lots 7A and 18A, Twin Ridge Professional Park (all in favor)
• Approved road closure for Trunk or Treat on Main Street from Prospect Road to Paradise Avenue, Oct 22, 5-8:30 p.m. (all in favor)
• Appointed Sean Kelly as full member to Board of Appeals (all in favor)
• Appointed Amy Witter as alternate to Board of Appeals (all in favor)
• Scheduled public hearing for annexation of 1.3189 acres at 4111 Twin Arch Road for Oct 7, 2024 at 7:15 p.m.

Water & Sewer Commission

The Commission discussed PFAS contamination levels and the locations of wells feeding Water Station #4. Members requested more information on PFAS mitigation plans and reporting processes. The body also noted an upcoming lead inventory deadline for the MDE on October 16, 2024.

• Identification of Well #8 and Well #10 locations along Buffalo Road
• Report that Water Station #4 has no PFAS contamination except for a low December 2022 reading
• Pending request for PFAS testing results for the stormwater management pond near Well #7
• Water service line lead inventory due to MDE by October 16, 2024

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission will consider a modification to the McDonald's building permit, along with approving minutes from the July 29 meeting and receiving the July 2024 Zoning Administrator Report. No other new business or public hearings are listed.

• McDonald's modification building permit review (staff report and plans attached)
• Approval of unofficial minutes from July 29, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Presentation of July 2024 Zoning Administrator Report

Recreation and Parks Board

The Recreation and Parks Board will meet to discuss unfinished business regarding the Windy Ridge multi-use trail and the skate park. The meeting includes a presentation from Susan Boyko of the Three Rangers Foundation.

• Presentation by Three Rangers Foundation
• Discussion of Windy Ridge multi-use trail
• Discussion of Skate Park

Water & Sewer Commission

The Water and Sewer Commission discussed updates on PFAS remediation funding from MDE, drought conditions, and financial reserves. No binding decisions were made; items were for discussion and monitoring only.

• MDE proposed $4,163,000 forgivable loan for PFAS remediation at Water Stations 2 & 5 and a $173,000 grant to connect Twin Arch Mobile Home Park to town water
• Precipitation in June and July was 2-2.5 inches below average; WWTP flow data unavailable
• Capital reserves decreased $1.2 million from February 2022 to July 2024
• 4th quarter FY2024 water revenue increased $19,741 and sewer revenue $24,136 vs FY2023, but water usage fell by 819,000 gallons
• Michael Thoma appointed as new WWTP supervisor

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will receive reports from police, fire, and town departments, and consider new business items including a road closure for Oktoberfest, a bond release for Brittany Manor, and a PFAS treatment design for water system WS 2 5. The council also has ordinances and resolutions up for action: Oktoberfest Resolution 2024-4 and Ordinance 2024-21, plus mayor appointments for August 2024.

• PFAS treatment design for water system WS 2 5
• Oktoberfest road closure requested from Maryland DOT
• Bond release for Brittany Manor
• Ordinance 2024-21 (details not provided)
• Mayor appointments and re-appointments for August 2024

Streets & Roads Commission

The Commission will review staff updates and safety measures for Main Street. The meeting includes discussions on various traffic studies, signage, and a new business item regarding Friendly Acres.

• Main Street safety discussion
• Traffic studies for Rising Ridge, Park, and Prospect
• Stop signs at Rising Ridge & Meadowfield
• Sidewalk Refurbishment Plan
• New business regarding Friendly Acres

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several items including a concept site development plan for Southside Plaza, an annexation for Pank Land LLC, a signage and storage building application for Tractor Supply Company, and a special exception for St. Andrews Presbyterian Church's nursery/childcare center. They will also discuss setting a public hearing date for the 2023 Master Plan and review a draft open space waiver worksheet.

• Southside Plaza Concept Site Development Plan (S-22-0037)
• Annexation Plan 2024-46 for Pank Land LLC
• Tractor Supply Company feed storage building and proposed signage
• MA-BOA-2024-03: St. Andrews Presbyterian Church nursery school/childcare center
• Discussion of 2023 Master Plan to set a date for public hearing

Recreation and Parks Board

This meeting of the Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board includes unfinished business on the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, Skate Park, Dog Park, and Camp Night, plus new business on field allocations for fall 2024. The board will also hear reports from the chairman, councilmember, and town staff.

• Windy Ridge multi-use trail discussion
• Skate Park update
• Dog Park update with sign revision document
• Camp Night planning
• Field allocations for fall 2024

Board of Appeals

The Mount Airy Board of Appeals will consider a special exception request for Wildwood Park Section VII (Case #MA-BOA-2024-02), along with staff reports, citizen comments, and a pre-concept plan. The board also plans to adopt findings and decisions for two prior cases: Southside Plaza (MA-BOA-2023-04) and 202/204 North Main Street (MA-BOA-2024-01). Additionally, they will review and approve unofficial minutes from the January 31, 2024 meeting.

• Special exception request for Wildwood Park Section VII (MA-BOA-2024-02) with supporting documents and pre-concept plan
• Findings and decision for Southside Plaza (MA-BOA-2023-04) involving Tabessem Realty LLC
• Findings and decision for 202/204 North Main Street (MA-BOA-2024-01)
• Review of unofficial BOA minutes from January 31, 2024
• Citizen comment documents related to Wildwood Park Section VII

Town Council

The Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Charter Amendment Resolution 2024-2 to establish an Urban Renewal Authority. The meeting also includes reports from various town commissions and reviews of new business items such as the Mount Airy Mile and a Town-County Agreement.

• Charter Amendment Resolution 2024-2: Establishing Urban Renewal Authority
• July 2024 Mayor appointments and re-appointments
• Review of the Town-County Agreement
• Discussion regarding Mount Airy Mile

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the May 20, 2024, meeting minutes and the May 2024 Zoning Administrator Report. The commission will also discuss open space waiver requirements for concept plan approvals and consider the Greentree Village development plan.

• Review of May 20, 2024, Planning Commission minutes
• Discussion of open space waiver requirements for concept plan approvals
• Waiver request for Greentree subdivision modification (P-21-0002)
• Review and possible approval of Greentree Village Concept Site Development Plan and Pattern Book
• May 2024 Zoning Administrator Report

Recreation and Parks Board

The Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board will address unfinished business regarding the Windy Ridge multi-use trail and a skate park. The board will also consider new business related to a dog park and Camp Night. The meeting includes reports from town staff and the chairman.

• Windy Ridge multi-use trail
• Skate Park
• Dog Park
• Camp Night

Water & Sewer Commission

The commission reviewed wastewater treatment plant flows following an April storm. Members discussed capital reserves fluctuating between $4.4 million and $4.8 million. The commission is monitoring these reserves and may recommend a rate change if the trend continues.

• Capital reserves fluctuating between $4.4 million and $4.8 million
• WWTP flow reached 1.9 million gallons on April 3rd
• Monitoring of transfers to cover a $6,000 capital budget deficit
• Status update on Beck property water assessment

Streets & Roads Commission

The Streets & Roads Commission will discuss street safety improvements and upcoming roadwork. The agenda includes updates on crosswalks, street lights, and a repaving schedule. Staff reports and website changes are also scheduled for discussion.

• Crosswalk at Main and train station
• Street light at S. Main and Wellpoint
• Speeding concerns on Park Ave
• Repaving schedule discussion
• Car seat check event on 6/12

Town Council

The Town Council will review several new ordinances and resolutions. The council is also scheduled to review findings and a decision regarding the proposed Beck Property.

• Ordinances 2024-8 through 2024-20
• Charter Amendment Resolution 2024-2
• Resolution 2024-3
• Beck Property proposed findings and decision review
• June 2024 Mayor Appointments and Re-Appointments

Flat Iron Task Force

The Flat Iron Task Force will meet to receive updates from the Mayor, Council Liaison, and Chairman. The meeting includes reports from subcommittees and a period for public discussion.

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission will review and provide a recommendation on a special exception request for Wildwood Section VII, along with several other development-related items. The agenda also includes a fourth extension request for a TABP lot, a compliance documentation review, and a draft open space waiver worksheet. The commission will also discuss organizing its review of the draft Master Plan with state and county feedback.

• MA-BOA-2024-02: Wildwood Section VII special exception request for review and recommendation to Board of Appeals
• S-18-0004: TABP Lot 19, Section 4, fourth extension request
• S-22-0035: TABP Lot 14C, Section 4, documentation of compliance with Town Code Chapter 25-4 C&D
• Draft Open Space Waiver Worksheet
• Zoning Administrator Report for April 2024

Recreation and Parks Board

The Board will hear a presentation from Code Enforcement Officer Scott Scarff regarding motorized vehicle restrictions. Members will also discuss ongoing projects including the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, the skate park, and the master plan review.

• Presentation on motorized vehicle restrictions by Scott Scarff
• Discussion on Windy Ridge multi-use trail
• Discussion on Skate Park
• Master plan review

Recycling & Sanitation Commission

The Mount Airy Recycling & Sanitation Commission is meeting to discuss routine operations, including the results of the April 20, 2024 shred event, curbside bulk pickup, and updates on the town website's recycling page. They will also consider adding yard waste dates to the website and plan for the 2025 shred event.

• Shred Event April 20, 2024: 8,450 pounds collected
• Curbside Bulk Pickup report
• Recycling Toter Inventory update
• Yard waste dates added to budget and website Quick Links
• Shred Event 2025 scheduled for April 19, 2025

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council is meeting to hear reports from police, fire, and other town bodies, and to consider a series of ordinances (2024-4 through 2024-20), an annexation resolution, road closures for community events, a bond reduction for Twin Arch Business Park, and the annual paving recommendation for FY24. The agenda also includes mayor's appointments and re-appointments. Most items are listed without details, so the specific content of the ordinances and other documents is not available in the agenda text.

• Road closures for American Spirit Parade (July 1, 2024), Celebrate Mount Airy (Aug 31, 2024), and A Main Street Christmas (Dec 7, 2024)
• Bond reduction for Twin Arch Business Park Section IV
• Annual Paving FY24 Recommendation
• May 2024 Mayor Appointments and Re-Appointments
• Annexation Resolution 2024-46

Water & Sewer Commission

The Mount Airy Water and Sewer Commission discussed the FY2025 budget, noting that new water meter installation issues may make recent revenue projections unreliable. They also reviewed new state laws on manufactured housing and a Baltimore regional water governance workgroup, and decided to post a water conservation flier on the town website and cancel the July 2024 meeting.

• FY2025 budget revenue projections may be overestimated due to water meter installation issues
• SB 484/HB 538 prohibits banning certain manufactured homes in residential zones
• SB 1174/HB 1509 establishes Baltimore Regional Water Governance Model Workgroup
• County found Nottingham stormwater system adequate, no retrofit needed
• Commission agreed to post Water Conservation for Carroll County Residents flier on town website

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission will review several applications from King Sports Construction LLC for properties on Back Acre Circle, including a final subdivision plat, concept and final site development plans, and sign permits. They will also consider a signage application from Tony Pazzo LLC and hear the Zoning Administrator's report for March 2024.

• Final subdivision plat for Lot 15B at 2310 Back Acre Circle (M-23-0012)
• Concept site development plan for Lot 15C (S-22-0036)
• Monument sign permit for Lot 15B at 2310 Back Acre Circle
• Final site development plan for Lot 14B in Twin Arch Business Park (S-22-0035)
• Tony Pazzo LLC signage application

Recreation and Parks Board

The Recreation and Parks Board is reviewing unfinished business regarding the Windy Ridge multi-use trail, a skate park, and a master plan review. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a proposed dog-themed event at Watkins Park.

• Windy Ridge multi-use trail discussion
• Skate Park discussion
• Master plan review
• Proposed Watkins Park dog-themed event on 5/25

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission is holding a work session to conduct final reviews of Chapters 7, 8, and 9 of the 2023 Master Plan, covering community facilities, public services, and community design guidelines, as well as an objective summary. They will also review the draft implementation matrix with redlines from the commission. This is a working session focused on refining plan documents, not a public hearing or final adoption.

• Final review of Chapter 7: Community Facilities and Public Services (3rd draft)
• Final review of Chapter 8: Community Design Guidelines (3rd draft)
• Final review of Chapter 9: Objective Summary (2nd review)
• Review of 2023 Draft Comprehensive Master Plan Implementation Matrix with redlines from commissions

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council is meeting to receive reports from departments and commissions, and to consider new business including a recommendation on the S. Main traffic circle and a proposal for Twin Arch Business Park. The council will also review several ordinances and a resolution, and discuss Flat Iron concepts. The agenda is largely routine with reports and approvals.

• S. Main Traffic Circle CLSI recommendation
• Twin Arch Business Park proposal
• Ordinances 2024-3 through 2024-7
• Resolution 2024-2 corrected
• Flat Iron concepts discussion

Streets & Roads Commission

The Mount Airy Streets & Roads Commission has scheduled its March 28, 2024 meeting to review staff updates, council liaison reports, and ongoing infrastructure projects. The agenda lists multiple intersections and road segments for discussion, including crash data analysis and requests for crosswalks, guardrails, signs, and streetlights. These items address local traffic patterns, pedestrian access, and road maintenance that affect daily travel in Mount Airy. The provided text outlines topics for review rather than final decisions or contract awards.

• Review of MAPD crash data for the Downtown Zone
• Discussion on a crosswalk at Main Street near the train station
• Updates on guardrail placement across from the park and ride lot
• Requests regarding political signs, no parking near Twin Ridge ES, and streetlights on S. Main at Wellpoint
• Review of speeding concerns near Prospect Road and Rising Ridge

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission will consider adopting two resolutions setting priority areas for water and sewer capacity allocation and water allocation categories for 2024-2025. The agenda also includes reviews of shed and sign permits, a revised pre-concept plan for the Beck Property, and a work session on the 2023 Master Plan chapter on implementation.

• Resolution 2024-1: Setting priority areas for water and sewer capacity allocation 2024-2025
• Resolution 2024-2: Water allocation categories recommendation
• 2501 Back Acre Circle: Canyon Contractor pole building shed permit (2-year review)
• 2310 Back Acre Circle: King Sports Construction sign permit
• Revised pre-concept plan for Mount Airy Crossing (Beck Property)

Recreation and Parks Board

The Board is meeting to discuss the review of its master plan. Members will also address unfinished business regarding the Skate Park and the Windy Ridge multi-use trail.

• Master plan review
• Windy Ridge multi-use trail
• Skate Park

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission is holding a work session to conduct a third review of Chapter Six (Transportation) of the Master Plan. The agenda includes only this review item and the associated document; no other business is listed.

• Third review of Master Plan Chapter Six on Transportation

Water & Sewer Commission

The Mount Airy Water and Sewer Commission met and approved minutes, discussed rainfall and plant flow, and deferred a detailed financial review until after the FY 2025 budget is approved. They also noted state legislation on salt reporting and manufactured homes.

• February WWTP flow exceeded one million gallons during heavy rain, indicating inflow issues
• Deferred FY 2025 water and sewer rate discussion until after budget approval
• Mayor's PFAS letter shared with all eight Carroll County municipalities
• HB 1055 would require municipalities to report salt usage to MDE
• HB 538 would prohibit banning manufactured homes in certain residential zones

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council is meeting to discuss draft concepts and price estimates for the Flat Iron Building, a capital project. The council will also consider three ordinances (2024-1, 2024-2, 2024-3) and make mayor appointments and re-appointments. Routine reports from police, fire, and town staff are on the agenda.

• Flat Iron Building draft concepts and price estimates discussion
• Ordinance 2024-1, 2024-2, and 2024-3 for consideration
• March 2024 mayor appointments and re-appointments
• Approval of 02-05-2024 public hearing and council meeting minutes
• Reports from police, fire, and town commissions

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission will consider a water and sewer master plan amendment for Twin Arch Village, including a recommendation to divide allocation categories and a resolution setting priority areas for 2024-2025. They will also discuss proposed edits to Chapter 5 of the 2023 Master Plan from the Recreation and Parks Commission and review the proposed Greentree Village Pattern Book. The agenda includes approval of the January 2024 minutes and the Zoning Administrator's report for January 2024.

• Water and Sewer Master Plan Amendment for Twin Arch Village
• Resolution 2024-1 setting priority areas for water/sewer allocation 2024-2025
• Proposed edits to Chapter 5 (Municipal Growth Element) of the 2023 Master Plan
• Proposed Greentree Village Pattern Book
• Zoning Administrator report for January 2024

Recreation and Parks Board

The board will hear presentations from scouts regarding a Gaga ball pit and bat houses. Members will also discuss unfinished business concerning field allocations, the skate park, and the Windy Ridge multi-use trail.

• Presentation by Sam Rockwell (Troop 428) on Gaga ball pit
• Presentation by Lucy Ellis (Troop 1191G) on Windy Ridge bat houses
• Discussion of Windy Ridge multi-use trail
• Discussion of Skate Park
• Review of field allocations

Planning Commission

The Mount Airy Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss the 2023 Master Plan. The agenda includes only this item, with no other business listed.

• Work session on the 2023 Master Plan

Water & Sewer Commission

The Mount Airy Water and Sewer Commission met to discuss PFAS remediation, review water and sewer capacity, and consider a potential rate increase. They also reviewed a draft master plan chapter and a potential stormwater project. The commission postponed a decision on rate increases until more data is available.

• Approved water capacity of 38,798 gpd for development and redevelopment
• Discussed PFAS remediation and resident options like carbon filters
• Noted $1.4 million decrease in water and sewer reserves from Feb 2022 to Jan 2024
• Postponed rate increase decision pending water meter data
• Potential stormwater management project in Nothingham section

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider a charter amendment that would remove the Council President's vote while serving as Acting Mayor. The agenda also includes routine reports, new business items like bond releases and subdivision approvals, and several ordinances and resolutions.

• Public hearing on Charter Amendment Resolution 2024-1 (Council President vote as Acting Mayor)
• Bond release for Pine Grove Manor Lots
• PWA approval for Dennis Subdivision
• Mayor appointments and re-appointments for February 2024
• Resolution 2024-1 on Water Sewer Capacity Yield

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals is meeting to review two specific cases. The board will consider a second request regarding South Side Plaza and a special exception application for 204 North Main Street.

• Case No. MA-BOA-2023-04: Second hearing for South Side Plaza
• Case No. MA-BOA-2024-01: Special exception application for 204 North Main Street

Streets & Roads Commission

The commission will review staff updates and reports from the Council Liaison. The meeting includes discussions on old business regarding road crossings and speed studies, as well as new business regarding street lights and parking requests.

• Buffalo Rd speed study
• 4 Way Stop at Summer Sweet and Bridlewreath
• Twin Ridge ES No Parking request
• Guard Rail 27 across from park and ride
• Main Street crosswalk at train station

Planning Commission

The Commission will review the 2023 Annual Report and Zoning Administrator reports for November, December, and the full year. Discussion includes the first draft of Master Plan Chapter 7 regarding community facilities and public services. The agenda also includes a subdivision plat for a pump house at Lot 5, Twin Ridge Professional Park.

• Subdivision Plat for Lot 5, Twin Ridge Professional Park - Pump House
• 2023 Master Plan Chapter 7: Community Facilities and Public Services (First Draft)
• 2023 Master Plan Chapter 6: Transportation (Adopted)
• 2023 Annual Report
• Zoning Administrator Reports for November, December, and Annual 2023

Recreation and Parks Board

The Mount Airy Recreation and Parks Board will meet to discuss new business regarding budget priorities and field allocations. The board will also review unfinished business concerning the Skate Park and the Windy Ridge multi-use trail.

• Windy Ridge multi-use trail
• Skate Park
• Field Allocations
• Budget Priorities

Recycling & Sanitation Commission

The Mount Airy Recycling & Sanitation Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes and hearing citizen comments. They will also review old business items such as the downtown trash center monitoring report and the National Drug Take Back Day event, and begin budget discussions for changes.

• Recycle Coach App to be discontinued due to increased cost and low usage
• Downtown Trash Center monitoring report from the chair
• National Drug Take Back Day report from October event
• Discussion to make recycling commission page on town website more user-friendly
• Begin budget discussions for changes

Town Council

The Mount Airy Town Council is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including an engineering recommendation for Well 9, a water and sewer master plan amendment for Twin Arch MHP, and a charter amendment resolution. The agenda also includes routine reports from various departments and commissions, as well as public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Well 9 engineering recommendation
• WS Master Plan Amendment for Twin Arch MHP
• Charter Amendment Resolution 2024-1
• January 2024 Mayor appointments and re-appointments
• Reports from police, fire, and other town bodies