Taneytown public meetings in 2021

Council Meeting

The City Council will review the monthly financial report and accounts payables. The agenda includes a contract award for Memorial Park courts and a design proposal for Roberts Mill Road and Broad Street.

• Award of contract for Memorial Park tennis and basketball courts
• CDM Smith proposal for Roberts Mill Road & Broad Street reconstruction
• CDM Smith 2022 rate schedule
• Resolution 2021-22 regarding December water allocation
• Community Village discussion

The Taneytown City Council approved several routine items, including minutes, the December water allocation, the monthly financial report, and accounts payable. They also approved CDM Smith's 2022 rate schedule and a $298,300 proposal for design and bidding services for the Roberts Mill Road and Broad Street reconstruction. The council decided by unanimous consensus to rebid the Memorial Park tennis and basketball court project after reviewing missing contractor information.

• Approved minutes of Nov 3 and Nov 8 meetings (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-22 for December water allocation (5-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (5-0)
• Approved accounts payables (5-0)
• Decided to rebid Memorial Park tennis and basketball court project (unanimous consensus)
• Approved CDM Smith 2022 rate schedule (5-0)
• Approved $298,300 CDM Smith proposal for Roberts Mill Road & Broad Street design and bidding services (5-0)

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council will receive a sewer compliance update from CDM Smith and discuss water allocation for December. The body will also review contracts for park courts and road reconstruction design services.

• Resolution 2021–22 regarding water allocation for December
• Award of contract for Memorial Park tennis and basketball courts
• CDM Smith proposal for Roberts Mill Road & Broad Street Reconstruction Design & Bidding Services
• CDM Smith rate schedule for 2022
• Discussion regarding Community Village

The Taneytown Mayor and Council held a workshop with no formal votes. They reviewed a sewer compliance update from CDM Smith, adopted Resolution 2021-22 for December water allocation, and discussed the Community Village concept. The council deferred a decision on the Memorial Park tennis and basketball court contract because both bids were incomplete, with action expected at the December 13 meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-22 for December 2021 water allocation
• Deferred decision on Memorial Park tennis/basketball court contract due to incomplete bids
• No changes requested to November 3 and November 8 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the status of active site plans and subdivisions. The Director of Planning and Zoning reported there are no action items for this meeting.

• Active site plans: Bollinger Park Phase One, Meade's Crossing Community Center, FP Duff additions, and Storage Today
• Active subdivisions: Meadowbrook Section 7
• Construction phase projects: Sheetz, Evapco, The Georges On York, Taneytown Crossing, and Tannery Barn
• Review of City Code, Chapter 205-35.1 Community Village
• Updates on the 2019 Carroll County Water and Sewer Master Plan

The Taneytown Planning Commission met on November 29, 2021, and approved the minutes from the September 27, 2021 meeting unanimously. No action items, ordinances, or agreements were on the agenda. The commission appointed Jim McCarron and Tim Dunn to the Planning Board of Appeals, with McCarron selected as chairman. The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 PM.

• Approved minutes from September 27, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Appointed Jim McCarron and Tim Dunn to the Planning Board of Appeals
• McCarron chosen as Chairman of the Board of Appeals by other board members

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold two public hearings to consider zoning requests. The body will review a setback variance for a residential deck and a special exception for a commercial entertainment venue.

• Case 2021-214: Variance request for an 8’ setback for a deck at 34 Gaines Mill Circle
• Case 2021-216: Special exception request for a video game arcade center/E-sports arena at 1 Broad Street
• Case 2021-216: Variance request for parking at 1 Broad Street to allow 1 spot per 3 seats

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will meet to discuss the annexation of the Sewell property and approve several resolutions. The agenda includes updates to the 2022 fee schedule and a police taser policy. The body will also review the demolition of the Festival Park building.

• Annexation Resolution 2021–15A and Agreement for Sewell Property
• Resolution 2021–21: 2022 fee schedule addition of pavilion rental rates
• Resolution 2021–19 regarding Paper alley – School Lane
• Police taser policy
• Festival Park building demolition

The Taneytown City Council introduced and adopted the Sewell Annexation Agreement, which acknowledges the city's willingness to receive a request for a community village, with a 4-1 vote. The council also rejected a motion to reject Resolution 2021-19 (paper alleys on School Lane) and then adopted it 3-2. Other approvals included the November water allocation, 2022 fee schedule, monthly financial report, accounts payables, Taser 7 CEW contract, Festival Park building demolition, water storage tank maintenance plan award, and WWTP pump parts/repair.

• Adopted Sewell Annexation Agreement (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-19 (paper alleys, School Lane) (3-2)
• Approved Resolution 2021-20 (water allocation for November 2021) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-21 (2022 fee schedule with pavilion rental rates) (5-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (5-0)
• Approved accounts payables (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Taser 7 CEW (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 for Festival Park building demolition (5-0)

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council will discuss the annexation of the Sewell property and updates to the city's fee schedule. The body will also review police taser policy and the demolition of the Festival Park building.

• Sewell Annexation Agreement and Annexation Resolution 2021–15A
• Resolution 2021–21: 2022 fee schedule addition of pavilion rental rates
• Resolution 2021–19 regarding paper alleys
• Police taser policy
• Festival Park building demolition

The workshop covered several agenda items but no formal votes were taken. The Sewell Annexation Agreement and Resolution 2021-15A were discussed, with an added sentence to address the contract purchaser's concerns. Resolution 2021-19 on paper alleys was amended in discussion to ensure future property owners retain right-of-way access. Resolution 2021-21 proposed a $35 off-season pavilion rental fee for November through March. The council deferred awarding the water storage tanks maintenance contract pending clarification from Southern Corrosion.

• Sewell Annexation Agreement discussed; sentence added to address purchaser concerns
• Resolution 2021-15A (Sewell Property annexation) discussed; no vote
• Resolution 2021-19 (paper alleys) language change requested for future property owners' right-of-way
• Resolution 2021-21 (2022 fee schedule) discussed; $35 off-season pavilion rental fee proposed
• Water storage tanks maintenance contract award deferred pending clarification from Southern Corrosion

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will review a 2021 audit presentation by DeLeon and Stang. The body will also address the purchase of a skid steer loader and a nomination for the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• 2021 Audit presentation by DeLeon and Stang
• Purchase of skid steer loader
• Board of Zoning Appeals nomination

The Taneytown City Council held a special meeting to receive the annual audit presentation, which reported no material weaknesses, non-compliance, or fraud. The council approved the audit, the purchase of a new skid steer loader with a trade-in, and several nominations to city boards and commissions.

• Approved 2021 annual audit as presented (5-0)
• Approved purchase of skid steer loader, net $67,545 after trade-in (5-0)
• Approved nominations: James McCarron and Tim Dunn to Board of Zoning Appeals, Ava Miller to Ethics Commission, Bill Isenberg to Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)

Council Workshop/Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant. The body is scheduled to adopt an ordinance amending the Community Village Zone and a development agreement for Meade’s Crossing.

• Public Hearing: Community Development Block Grant
• Ordinance 05 – 2021: Amendment to Community Village Zone
• Fifth Amendment to Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement – Meade’s Crossing
• Resolution 2021 – 18: Water Allocation for October 2021
• Resolution 2021 – 19: Paper alleys

The council adopted Ordinance 05-2021 amending the Community Village Zone language and approved the Fifth Amendment to the Meade's Crossing Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement with a 3-2 vote. The paper alleys resolution was tabled until November, and the water storage tanks maintenance plan was held for a later meeting.

• Approved minutes of Sept 8 and Sept 13 meetings (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 05-2021 amending Community Village Zone (5-0)
• Approved Fifth Amendment to Meade's Crossing DRRA (3-2)
• Approved Resolution 2021-18 for October water allocation (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2021-19 on paper alleys until November (5-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (5-0)
• Approved accounts payables (5-0)
• Approved Triangle Recovery Club Kickball Tournament at Memorial Park (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission will consider a site plan approval waiver for a pavilion and review two Zoning Board of Appeals cases. The body will also discuss the status of several active site plans and subdivisions.

• Site plan approval waiver request for a pavilion at 5525 Taneytown Pike (Maryland Event Rentals)
• Case 2021-214: Variance for deck permit at 34 Gaines Mill Circle
• Case 2021-215: Variance and special exception for E Sports Arena at 1 Broad Street
• Discussion of active site plans including Bollinger Park Phase One and Storage Today
• Review of active subdivisions including Meadowbrook Section 7

The Taneytown Planning Commission approved a site plan approval waiver for a project at 5525 Taneytown Pike, recommended a deck variance for 34 Gaines Mill Circle, and recommended a special exception for an E Sports Arena at 1 Broad Street. The meeting also included reports on local developments and county planning updates.

• Waived site plan approval for Mouton project at 5525 Taneytown Pike (unanimous)
• Recommended deck variance for 34 Gaines Mill Circle to Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
• Recommended special exception for E Sports Arena at 1 Broad Street (4-1, Glass dissenting)

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will consider budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2021 and 2022. The body will also review a zoning amendment for the Community Village Zone and water allocation for September 2021.

• Ordinance 05-2021: Amendment to Community Village Zone
• Ordinance 06-2021: Fiscal Year 2021 Final Budget Amendment
• Ordinance 07-2021: Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Amendment #1
• Resolution 2021-16: Water Allocation for September 2021
• Fifth Amendment to the Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement for Meade’s Crossing

The Taneytown City Council introduced Ordinance 05-2021 amending the Community Village Zone and adopted the FY2021 final budget amendment, FY2022 budget amendment #1, and Resolution 2021-16 for September water allocation. The council also authorized the Mayor to execute Resolution 2021-17 (Community Development Block Grant) and related policy documents once all requirements, including a public hearing and legal review, are fulfilled. A motion to approve the Fifth Amendment to the Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement for Meade's Crossing was withdrawn after discussion, with approval deferred to the October meeting pending adoption of Ordinance 05-2021.

• Approved minutes of August 4 and August 9, 2021 meetings (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 05-2021 amending the Community Village Zone (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 06-2021, FY2021 Final Budget Amendment (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 07-2021, FY2022 Budget Amendment #1 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-16 for September water allocation (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Resolution 2021-17 (CDBG) upon fulfillment of all requirements, including legal review (5-0)
• Approved monthly financial report and accounts payables (5-0 each)
• Reappointed William Kennedy to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for 2021-2024 (5-0)

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Community Village Zoning Code and the Meade’s Crossing Development Rights and Responsibility Agreement. The body will also consider budget amendments for fiscal years 2021 and 2022. Presentations on sewer planning and Community Development Block Grants are scheduled.

• Public hearing on Fifth Amendment to Development Rights and Responsibility Agreement – Meade’s Crossing
• Public hearing and introduction of Ordinance 05-2021 to amend Community Village Zone
• Adoption of Ordinance 06-2021 (FY2021 Final Budget Amendment) and Ordinance 07-2021 (FY2022 Budget Amendment #1)
• Resolution 2021-16 regarding Water Allocation for September 2021
• Reappointment of William (Bill) Kennedy to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (2021-2024)

The Taneytown Mayor and City Council held public hearings on a proposed fifth amendment to the Meade's Crossing Development Rights and Responsibility Agreement and an amendment to the Community Village Zoning Code, but took no formal action on them during the workshop. The council also received presentations on sewer planning and a Community Development Block Grant, and introduced Ordinance 05-2021, adopting two budget amendments and a water allocation resolution. No substantive decisions were made; the workshop was procedural and informational.

• Introduced Ordinance 05-2021 (Community Village Zone amendment) with no questions
• Adopted Ordinance 06-2021 (FY2021 Final Budget Amendment) with no questions
• Adopted Ordinance 07-2021 (FY2022 Budget Amendment #1) with no questions
• Adopted Resolution 2021-16 (Water Allocation for September) with no questions
• Approved minutes of August 4 and August 9, 2021 meetings with no changes
• Scheduled reappointment of William Kennedy to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for September 13 meeting

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission is meeting to review several site plan waivers and preliminary approvals. The body will also consider an amendment to the Community Village Zone ordinance.

• Site plan approval waiver for a pavilion at 4150 Sells Mill Rd (Taneytown Baptist Church)
• Preliminary subdivision plan approval for Meadowbrook Section 7
• Preliminary Site Plan for 2931 FSK Highway (F. P. Duffy)
• Site plan approval waiver for storage sheds at THS and Roberts Mill Parks
• Ordinance 02-2021 Amendment to Community Village Zone regarding DRRAs and Sheds

The Taneytown Planning Commission granted preliminary and conditional final approval for the Meadowbrook Section 7 subdivision, with final approval contingent on staff review and plat recordation. The commission also approved site plan waivers for a church pavilion and a storage shed, supported an ordinance amendment allowing sheds in a Community Village Zone, and discussed a preliminary plan for a recycling facility. No decisions were made on the recycling facility, as the discussion was informational only.

• Approved minutes from July 26, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Granted site plan waiver for Taneytown Baptist Church pavilion at 4150 Sells Mill Road (unanimous)
• Granted preliminary approval for Meadowbrook Section 7 subdivision (unanimous)
• Granted conditional final approval for Meadowbrook Section 7 subdivision, contingent on staff review and plat recordation (unanimous)
• Granted site plan waiver for 18' x 25' storage shed at Taneytown High School Park (unanimous)
• Supported Ordinance 02-2021 allowing storage sheds in Community Village Zone (4-1, Hand dissenting)
• Rescheduled October meeting to October 18 (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will consider budget amendments for fiscal years 2021 and 2022. The body will also vote on the appointment of a Zoning Administrator and rules for city parks.

• Ordinance 06-2021: Fiscal Year 2021 Final Budget Amendment
• Ordinance 07-2021: Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Amendment #1
• Resolution 2021-14: Rules for Various City Parks
• Resolution 2021-12: Appointment of Zoning Administrator
• Discussion of Sewell Annexation Agreement and Catholic Charities Lease Renewal

The Taneytown City Council approved the Sewell Annexation Agreement, which begins a lengthy annexation process, and adopted resolutions appointing a Zoning Administrator, setting August water allocation, and establishing park rules. They also introduced two budget ordinances and approved routine financial items, including the monthly financial report, accounts payable, a Catholic Charities lease renewal, a Trinity Church parking lot license, and an NPDES memorandum of agreement. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Sewell Annexation Agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-12 appointing Zoning Administrator (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-13 for August 2021 water allocation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-14 establishing rules for city parks (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 06-2021 for FY2021 final budget amendment (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 07-2021 for FY2022 budget amendment #1 (5-0)
• Approved monthly financial report and accounts payable (5-0)
• Approved Catholic Charities lease renewal and Trinity Church parking lot license (5-0)

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council will review budget amendments for fiscal years 2021 and 2022. The body is also considering the appointment of a Zoning Administrator and rules for city parks. Discussions include annexation agreements and lease renewals.

• Ordinance 06-2021: Fiscal Year 2021 Final Budget Amendment
• Ordinance 07-2021: Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Amendment #1
• Resolution 2021-12: Appointment of Zoning Administrator
• Harney Road Annexation and Sewell Annexation Agreement
• Catholic Charities Lease Renewal and Trinity Church parking lot license agreement

The council unanimously directed staff to explore the annexation of Wilson Bounds' property near Harney Road and Route 140, with the intent for future development. They also introduced two budget amendments, adopted three resolutions, and approved a Special Olympics special event permit. Several agreements were reviewed with requested grammatical changes, but no final votes were taken on them.

• Directed staff to explore Harney Road annexation (unanimous consensus)
• Introduced Ordinance 06-2021 (FY2021 Final Budget Amendment)
• Introduced Ordinance 07-2021 (FY2022 Budget Amendment #1)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-12 (Appointment of Zoning Administrator)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-13 (Water Allocation for August 2021)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-14 (Rules for Various City Parks)
• Approved Special Olympics special event permit (5-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will review an amendment regarding shed placement for the Village at Meade’s Crossing. Members will also discuss several active site plans, subdivisions, and construction phase projects.

• Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement amendment for Village at Meade’s Crossing sheds
• Ordinance 02-2021: Amendment to Community Village Zone
• Active Site Plans: Bollinger Park Phase One, Meade’s Crossing Community Center, FP Duffy additions, and Storage Today
• Construction Phase Projects: Sheetz, Evapco, The Georges On York, and Tanney Barn
• Carroll County Update: Water & Sewer Master Plan fall amendments and comprehensive rezoning

The Planning Commission unanimously certified that the amendment to the Village at Meade's Crossing Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreement (DRRA) is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, allowing individual storage buildings in the community. The commission deferred a recommendation on the related zoning text amendment (ordinance 02-2021) until its August 30, 2021 meeting, pending more details on the community's shed plans. The minutes also included updates on ongoing projects and annexation discussions, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Certified DRRA amendment for Meade's Crossing as consistent with Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
• Deferred recommendation on zoning text amendment ordinance 02-2021 to August 30, 2021 meeting
• Approved June 21, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will meet to adopt a resolution for July 2021 water allocation and ratify a resolution for the Building Improvement Program. The body will also discuss the Town and County Agreement and revised parks capital funding for fiscal year 2022.

• Resolution 2021–10: Water Allocation for July 2021
• Resolution 2021–11: Building Improvement Program
• Town and County Agreement
• Revised use of parks capital funding for fiscal year 2022
• Oath of Office for LeRoy Hand

The Taneytown City Council approved paying $27,400 in penalties for the wastewater treatment plant to open discussions with the Maryland Department of the Environment. They also approved the revised parks capital funding for FY2022, including a $15,867.50 fountain for Roberts Mill Park pond. Other approvals included the monthly financial report, accounts payable, and the Town and County Agreement.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-10 for water allocation for July 2021 (4-0)
• Ratified Resolution 2021-11 for Building Improvement Program (4-0)
• Approved paying $27,400 wastewater treatment plant penalties (4-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (4-0)
• Approved accounts payable as presented (4-0)
• Approved Town and County Agreement (4-0)
• Approved revised parks capital funding for FY2022 with $15,867.50 fountain amendment (4-0)

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council will review meeting minutes and receive a delegation regarding the Harney Road annexation. The council also intends to vote on the selection of a councilmember and discuss various new business items.

• Harney Road annexation reception
• Resolution 2021-10: Water Allocation for July 2021
• Revised use of parks capital funding for fiscal year 2022
• Selection of a Councilmember (vote expected)

The council appointed Lee Hand to fill the vacant council seat by a 3-1 vote, after a motion to appoint Kelly Buie failed for lack of a second. The council also unanimously agreed to create a resolution to support a $65,000 grant application for facade improvements, and discussed a proposed fountain purchase for Robert's Mill Park, requesting a proposal.

• Appointed Lee Hand to vacant council seat (3-1)
• Motion to appoint Kelly Buie died for lack of a second
• Unanimously agreed to create resolution for $65,000 facade improvement grant application
• Agreed to present Sewell annexation documents before August 4, 2021 workshop
• Adopted Resolution 2021-10 for July 2021 water allocation
• Appointed Councilmember Haines as chairman of City Branding committee
• Appointed Councilmember Foster as chairperson of ARPA Action Team
• Requested proposal for fountain purchase at Robert's Mill Park

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission will review a preliminary plan for Meadowbrook Section 7 and a shed variance for 2 Dunkle Court. The body will also receive updates on active site plans and subdivisions.

• Meadowbrook Section 7 Preliminary Plan presentation by CLSI
• Board of Appeals Case 2021-215 regarding a shed variance at 2 Dunkle Court
• Status updates on Bollinger Park Phase One and Meade’s Crossing Community Center
• Review of active projects including Storage Today and FP Duffy additions
• Construction phase updates for Sheetz, Evapco, and The Georges On York

The Taneytown Planning Commission unanimously approved a favorable recommendation for a variance to reduce the required 5-foot setback for a shed at 2 Dunkle Court. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 24, 2021 meeting. No action was taken on the Meadowbrook section 7 preliminary plan for a 4-lot subdivision. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including updates on ongoing projects and annexations.

• Approved minutes from May 24, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of variance for shed at 2 Dunkle Court (unanimous)
• No action taken on Meadowbrook section 7 preliminary plan

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will meet to adopt a resolution for June 2021 water allocation. The body will also review a contract for parking lot demolition and construction at Taneytown Memorial Park and a hire recommendation for Director of Planning and Zoning.

• Resolution 2021–09: Water Allocation for June 2021
• Contract award for Taneytown Memorial Park parking lot demolition/construction
• Recommendation for hire: Director of Planning and Zoning
• Special Event Approval: Uniontown Bible Church Soccer Camp at Robert’s Mill Park
• Annexation request and Comprehensive Plan update

The Taneytown City Council approved the hiring of Darryl Hale as Director of Planning and Zoning, with Councilmember Hale recusing himself from the vote. The council also authorized payment of MDE fines up to $27,400, awarded a parking lot demolition/construction contract, and approved several other routine items.

• Approved minutes of May 5 and May 10, 2021 meetings (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-09 for June 2021 water allocation (5-0)
• Authorized payment of MDE fines not to exceed $27,400, after conference call
• Approved monthly financial report (5-0)
• Approved accounts payables (5-0)
• Approved honorary street sign design (5-0)
• Approved special event permit for Uniontown Bible Church Soccer Camp (5-0)
• Awarded contract to HTI Contractors for Taneytown Memorial Park parking lot demolition/construction, $203,553.75 (5-0)

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council will discuss several new business items including a contract for Taneytown Memorial Park. The agenda also includes an annexation request, a recommendation to hire a Director of Planning and Zoning, and a comprehensive plan update.

• Contract award for Taneytown Memorial Park parking lot demolition/construction
• Recommendation for hire: Director of Planning and Zoning
• Annexation request
• Comprehensive Plan update
• Special Event Approval: Uniontown Bible Church Soccer Camp at Robert’s Mill Park

The council discussed but did not vote on the nomination of Darryl Hale for Director of Planning and Zoning; Councilmember Hale recused himself. They also reviewed an annexation request for 3212 Harney Road, a contract award recommendation for parking lot work, and other items, but no formal votes were taken on these matters.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-09 for June 2021 water allocation (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved minutes of May 5 and May 10, 2021 meetings (no changes requested)
• Discussed nomination of Darryl Hale for Director of Planning and Zoning (no vote taken)
• Discussed annexation request for 3212 Harney Road (no action taken)
• Reviewed contract award recommendation for Taneytown Memorial Park parking lot to HTI Construction for $203,553.75 (no vote taken)
• Adjourned at 8:28 PM (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission will meet virtually to review a revised forest conservation plat and a county planning report. The body will also discuss the status of several active site plans and subdivisions.

• Request for certification of the Carroll County 2020 Annual Planning Report
• Request for approval of a Revised Forest Conservation Plat at 2 Dunkle Court
• Discussion of Bollinger Park Phase One and Meade’s Crossing Community Center site plans
• Status update on Meadowbrook Section 7 subdivision
• County updates on Comprehensive Rezoning, Water & Sewer Master Plan, and Transportation Master Plan

The Taneytown Planning Commission certified the 2020 Carroll County Annual Planning Report and approved a revised forest conservation plat for 2 Dunkle Court, both unanimously. The commission also discussed ongoing development projects, including a sidewalk request in Meades Crossing, and received updates on county planning initiatives. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from April 26, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Certified 2020 Carroll County Annual Planning Report (unanimous)
• Approved revised forest conservation plat for 2 Dunkle Court (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will meet to adopt resolutions regarding the personnel manual and May 2021 water allocation. The body will also consider a contract extension for Ecker’s Lawn Service and a bid award for Micro C Bulk storage.

• Resolution 2021–07: Amendments to Personnel Manual
• Resolution 2021–08: Water Allocation for May 2021
• Contract extension consideration for Ecker’s Lawn Service
• Award of bid for Micro C Bulk storage
• Special Event Approval: Welcome Home Lifestyle Home Show/Expo at Memorial Park

The Taneytown City Council approved several items, including a $139,700 bid for Micro C bulk storage, a license agreement for public parking at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, and amendments to the personnel manual. They also adopted resolutions for water allocation and approved the monthly financial report and accounts payables. The council directed staff to prepare a quit claim for a paper alley and appointed new Planning and Zoning Commission members.

• Approved minutes of April 7 and April 12 meetings (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-07, amendments to Personnel Manual (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-08, Water Allocation for May 2021 (5-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (5-0)
• Approved accounts payables (5-0)
• Approved license agreement with Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church for public parking, $5,130 for 5 years (5-0)
• Awarded bid for Micro C bulk storage to PSI Pumping Solutions, $139,700 (5-0)
• Appointed Brad Brown and Chris Miller to Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council will review previous meeting minutes and consider several new business items. Discussion topics include a contract extension for Ecker’s Lawn Service and the award of a bid for Micro C Bulk storage.

• Resolution 2021-07: Amendments to Personnel Manual
• Resolution 2021-08: Water Allocation for May 2021
• Contract extension consideration/approval for Ecker’s Lawn Service
• Special Event Approval: Welcome Home Lifestyle Home Show/Expo at Memorial Park
• Award of bid: Micro C Bulk storage

The Taneytown City Council unanimously directed staff to draft an updated agreement with city churches regarding maintenance and public parking use of the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church parking lot, following confirmation of a 1950s agreement. The council also introduced two resolutions: one to amend the personnel manual to allow up to 30 days of sick leave for maternity or paternity, and another to adjust water allocation for May 2021 due to the Meade's Crossing development. No formal votes were taken on these items during the workshop.

• Directed staff to draft an agreement with city churches for parking-lot maintenance and public parking (unanimous consensus)
• Introduced Resolution 2021-07 to amend personnel manual for maternity/paternity sick leave (up to 30 days)
• Introduced Resolution 2021-08 for May 2021 water allocation shift due to Meade's Crossing development
• Instructed staff to obtain more information from Public Works Director Kevin Smeak regarding church parking lot repairs
• Councilmember Vigliotti requested a copy of Ecker's Lawn Service contract for review before extension approval
• No action taken on special event approval for Welcome Home Lifestyle Home Show/Expo (Sept 18-19, 2021) — no concerns raised
• No action taken on award of bid for Micro C bulk storage (PSI Pumping Solutions, $139,700) — questions answered

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission is meeting to review concept site development plans and a site plan waiver. The body will also receive updates on the Carroll County Municipal Manual and various active construction projects.

• FP Duffy Expansion concept site development plan
• Storage Today self-storage concept site development plan for the 90-100 block of York Street
• Taneytown History Museum request for Site Plan Waiver for a storage shed at 340 E. Baltimore St.
• Review of Carroll County Municipal Manual
• Status updates on projects including Bollinger Park Phase One and Meadowbrook subdivisions

The Taneytown Planning Commission approved concept site plans for an expansion of the F.P. Duffy site at 2931 FSK Highway and for a self-storage facility called Storage Today on York Street. The commission also waived site plan approval for a storage shed at the Taneytown History Museum. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved concept site plan for F.P. Duffy expansion at 2931 FSK Highway (unanimous)
• Approved concept plan for Storage Today self-storage facility on York Street (unanimous)
• Waived site plan approval for storage shed at 340 E. Baltimore St (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 29, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council are meeting to adopt the operating budget, tax rate, and water and sewer rates for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The body will also consider bid awards for infrastructure and park projects.

• Adoption of Ordinance 02-2021: Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Operating Budget
• Adoption of Ordinance 03-2021: Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Tax Rate
• Adoption of Ordinance 04-2021: Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Water and Sewer Rate
• Award of Bid for waste water treatment plant sludge dewatering upgrade
• Award of Bid for Robert’s Mill Park

The Taneytown City Council unanimously adopted the FY 2021-2022 operating budget, tax rate, and water and sewer rates, along with a water allocation resolution. They also approved the monthly financial report, accounts payable, a special event permit, and awarded two construction bids, including a wastewater treatment plant upgrade and a park improvement project. All votes were 5-0.

• Adopted FY 2021-2022 Operating Budget (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2021-2022 Tax Rate (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2021-2022 Water and Sewer Rate (5-0)
• Approved Water Allocation for April 2021 (5-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (5-0)
• Approved accounts payable (5-0)
• Approved special event for FSK athletic boosters bull/oyster roast on May 22, 2021 (5-0)
• Awarded wastewater treatment plant sludge dewatering upgrade bid to Conwago Enterprises, Inc. for $1,596,402.00 (5-0)

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding the FY 2021–2022 budget and constant yield tax rate.

• Public Hearing: Fiscal Year 2021–2022 Budget and Constant Yield tax rate
• Ordinance 02–2021: Fiscal Year 2021–2022 Operating Budget
• Ordinance 03–2021: Fiscal Year 2021–2022 Tax Rate
• Ordinance 04–2021: Fiscal Year 2021–2022 Water and Sewer Rate
• Resolution 2021–06: Water Allocation for April 2021

The Mayor and City Council held a public hearing on the FY2021-2022 budget and constant yield tax rate, which closed with no public comment. The council then adopted ordinances for the operating budget, the tax rate (unchanged), and water and sewer rates (held steady for the fourth year). The city manager noted the budget's final revenue figure is not yet calculated and can be amended after adoption.

• Adopted Ordinance 02-2021, the FY2021-2022 operating budget, with no changes from the draft.
• Adopted Ordinance 03-2021, setting the FY2021-2022 tax rate unchanged.
• Adopted Ordinance 04-2021, holding water and sewer rates at current levels for the fourth year.
• Approved Resolution 2021-06 for water allocation for April 2021.
• Approved a special event permit for the FSK athletic boosters bull/oyster roast on May 22, 2021.
• Approved the minutes of the March 3 and March 8, 2021 regular meetings with no changes.
• Adjourned at 8:07 PM by motion, carried 4-0.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review a preliminary plan for Bollinger Park and a site development plan for the Village at Meade’s Crossing Clubhouse and Pool. The body will also receive updates on active subdivisions and master plan amendments.

• Bollinger Park Preliminary Plan presentation by City of Taneytown and CDM Smith
• Village at Meade’s Crossing Clubhouse and Pool site development plan request for Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval
• Spring Water & Sewer Master Plan Amendment update
• Transportation Master Plan update

The Taneytown Planning Commission approved the preliminary and final site development plans for the Meade's Crossing Clubhouse and Pool, with both motions passing unanimously. The commission also reviewed a preliminary plan for Bollinger Park improvements but took no action, and heard updates on annexation and county planning activities.

• Approved preliminary site plan for Meade's Crossing Clubhouse and Pool (unanimous)
• Approved final site plan for Meade's Crossing Clubhouse and Pool (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Ethics Commission will meet to review candidate disclosure forms. This is the only item of new business listed on the agenda.

• Review of candidate disclosure forms

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council are meeting to introduce the operating budget, tax rate, and water and sewer rates for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The body will also vote on a budget amendment and water allocation for March 2021.

• Introduction of Ordinance 02-2021: Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Operating Budget
• Introduction of Ordinance 03-2021: Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Tax Rate
• Introduction of Ordinance 04-2021: Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Water and Sewer Rate
• Adoption of Ordinance 01-2021: Budget Amendment #1
• Reduction of Construction Surety for Meade’s Crossing

The Taneytown City Council introduced three ordinances for the upcoming fiscal year: the operating budget, the tax rate (with no change), and water/sewer rates. The council also adopted a budget amendment and a water allocation resolution for March 2021. Additionally, they approved the monthly financial report, accounts payable, a construction surety reduction for Meade's Crossing, a parks board nomination, and a letter of support for a judicial candidate.

• Introduced Ordinance 02-2021 (FY2021-22 Operating Budget) 5-0
• Introduced Ordinance 03-2021 (FY2021-22 Tax Rate, no change) 5-0
• Introduced Ordinance 04-2021 (FY2021-22 Water and Sewer Rate) 5-0
• Adopted Ordinance 01-2021 (Budget Amendment #1) 5-0
• Adopted Resolution 2021-05 (Water Allocation for March 2021) 5-0
• Approved Monthly Financial Report 4-0
• Approved Accounts Payables 4-0
• Approved reduction of construction surety for Meade's Crossing 5-0

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council are meeting to introduce the operating budget, tax rate, and water and sewer rates for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The body will also consider the adoption of a budget amendment and water allocation for March 2021.

• Ordinance 02-2021: Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Operating Budget
• Ordinance 03-2021: Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Tax Rate
• Ordinance 04-2021: Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Water and Sewer Rate
• Ordinance 01-2021: Budget Amendment #1
• Request from The Village at Meade’s Crossing to allow sheds in a Community Village

The Taneytown Mayor and Council held a workshop on March 3, 2021, and by unanimous consensus directed staff to draft language amending the Meade's Crossing Developer Rights and Responsibilities Agreement and the 1999 Ordinance for community developments to allow sheds in a Community Village. Staff was also directed to look into modifying the zoning map for community village developments. The Council also introduced the FY 2021-2022 operating budget, tax rate, and water/sewer rate ordinances, and adopted a budget amendment and a water allocation resolution.

• Directed staff to draft language to amend the Meade's Crossing agreement and 1999 ordinance to allow sheds in a Community Village.
• Directed staff to look into modifying the zoning map to reflect community village developments.
• Introduced Ordinance 02-2021 for the FY 2021-2022 operating budget, which includes a decrease in recycling costs and a new Assistant Public Works Director position.
• Introduced Ordinance 03-2021, keeping the tax rate unchanged at $0.37.
• Introduced Ordinance 04-2021, keeping water and sewer rates unchanged.
• Adopted Ordinance 01-2021, a budget amendment.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-05 for the March 2021 water allocation.
• Directed staff to appropriate funds from the Police apparel sale to main street businesses.

Budget Workshop FY 2022

The Mayor and City Council will review the General Fund, Water and Sewer Fund, and Capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The body will also discuss the tax rate and constant yield tax rate.

• Review of FY 2021-2022 General Fund Operating Budget
• Review of FY 2021-2022 Water and Sewer Fund Operating Budget
• Review of FY 2021-2022 Capital Budget
• Discussion of FY 2021-2022 Tax Rate/Constant Yield Tax Rate

The Mayor and City Council held a budget workshop to review the FY 2021-2022 General Fund, Water and Sewer Fund, Capital Budget, and tax rate. Treasurer Avallone and Acting City Manager Wieprecht answered questions. Discussion included a roughly $380,976 increase in recycling fees and options to avoid using fund balance in the future. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned on a 5-0 vote.

• Adjourned the meeting at 7:13 PM (motion by Haines, second by Foster, carried 5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider final subdivision approval for Meade’s Crossing Phase 2 Section B and a concept approval for Meadowbrook Section 7. The body will also receive updates on active site plans and construction projects.

• Meade’s Crossing Phase 2 Section B Request for Final Subdivision Approval
• Meadowbrook Section 7 Concept presentation and request for Concept Approval
• Discussion of Bollinger Park Phase One site plan
• Discussion of Meade’s Crossing Community Center site plan

The Taneytown Planning Commission approved the final subdivision for Meade's Crossing phase 2 section B and the concept plan for Meadowbrook Section 7, a 4-lot subdivision on Kenan Street. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 30, 2020 meeting and discussed the Bollinger Park preliminary site plan and annexation of the Sewell farm.

• Approved minutes from November 30, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Granted final subdivision approval for Meade's Crossing phase 2 section B (unanimous)
• Approved concept plan for Meadowbrook Section 7, 4 lots on Kenan Street (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will meet to discuss a budget amendment and water allocation for February 2021. The body will also review an amendment to the employee manual regarding extended emergency policy.

• Ordinance 01 – 2021 – Budget Amendment #1
• Resolution 2021 – 03 – Water Allocation for February 2021
• Resolution 2021 – 04 – Employee manual amendment regarding extended emergency policy
• Special Event Approval for Susan G. Komen Promise Ride at Memorial Park on 6/13/21
• Boards and Commissions nominations

The Taneytown City Council approved the hiring of Jay Meashey as Director of Economic Development, with a start date of March 1, 2021, contingent on a successful background check. The council also introduced a budget amendment, adopted resolutions for water allocation and an employee manual amendment, and approved several routine items including the monthly financial report, accounts payable, a special event permit, and board nominations.

• Approved hiring Jay Meashey as Director of Economic Development (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 01-2021, Budget Amendment #1 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-03, Water Allocation for February 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-04, Employee manual amendment for extended emergency policy (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 6 and January 11, 2021 meetings (5-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (5-0)
• Approved accounts payable (5-0)
• Approved special event permit for Susan G. Komen Promise Ride at Memorial Park on 6/13/21 (5-0)

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council are meeting to discuss a budget amendment and an employee manual update. The body is set to adopt a resolution regarding water allocation for February 2021. Other business includes a special event request for Memorial Park.

• Ordinance 01 – 2021: Budget Amendment #1
• Resolution 2021 – 04: Employee manual amendment regarding extended emergency policy
• Resolution 2021 – 03: Water Allocation for February 2021
• Special Event Approval: Susan G. Komen Promise Ride at Memorial Park on 6/13/21
• Removal of Parks Advisory Board member

The Taneytown City Council held a workshop where they agreed to explore refinancing city loans for potential savings, as suggested by financial advisor Joe Mason. They also reviewed a budget amendment and discussed an employee manual amendment for long-term emergencies, but no formal votes were taken on these items. The council approved the minutes from previous meetings and adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Approved minutes of January 6 and January 11, 2021 meetings (no changes requested)
• Agreed by unanimous consensus to explore loan refinancing for potential savings
• Adjourned at 8:19 P.M. (5-0)

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council are meeting to adopt ordinances and resolutions regarding city fees and water allocation. The body will also receive a delegation from Meade’s Crossing.

• Adoption of Ordinance 07 – 2020 regarding Park Impact Fees
• Adoption of Resolution 2020 – 14 regarding Park Impact Fees
• Adoption of Resolution 2020 – 15 for the 2021 fee schedule
• Adoption of Resolution 2021 – 01 for January 2021 water allocation
• Adoption of Resolution 2021 – 02 for Bay Restoration Hardship Exemption

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council will meet to adopt ordinances and resolutions regarding city fees and water allocation. The body will also review the monthly financial report and accounts payables.

• Adoption of Ordinance 07-2020 amending Chapter 153 regarding Park Impact Fees
• Adoption of Resolution 2020-14 regarding Park Impact Fees
• Adoption of Resolution 2020-15 regarding the 2021 fee schedule
• Adoption of Resolution 2021-01 regarding water allocation for January 2021
• Introduction of Resolution 2021-02 regarding Bay Restoration Hardship Exemption

The workshop covered several agenda items but took no final votes. Council discussed Ordinance 07-2020 on park impact fees, inviting the Meade's Crossing developer to address an exemption request at the next meeting. Resolutions on park impact fees, the 2021 fee schedule, and water allocation were introduced with minor requested changes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• No formal votes taken on any ordinance or resolution
• Invited Meade's Crossing developer to January 11, 2021 meeting for exemption request
• Requested change to December 9, 2020 workshop minutes
• Requested enactment date change for Resolution 2020-15 to January 12, 2021
• Requested numbering correction for Resolution 2021-01
• Adjourned at 8:31 PM (5-0)