Sykesville public meetings in 2023

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider applications for exterior property modifications. The body will also determine the meeting schedule for 2024.

• Replacement roof and siding at 7412 Springfield Avenue (#2023-16)
• Applied wall signs and a hanging business sign at 7568 Main Street (#2023-17)
• 2024 meeting dates

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider and possibly act on curbside solid waste and recyclable collection services for the Raincliffe community, including reviewing a staff report, RFP, and bid sheet. They will also discuss a rebate for Parkside community solid waste and recyclable collection services. The meeting includes public comments, a consent agenda, and a closed session for pending litigation (Warfield lawsuits).

• Consider/act on curbside solid waste and recyclable collection services for Raincliffe community (RFP and bid sheet)
• Consider/act on rebate for Parkside community solid waste and recyclable collection services
• Set public hearing date for zoning amendment request at 7306 Springfield Avenue
• Closed session for pending litigation (Warfield lawsuits)
• Volunteer opportunities: Historic District Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Police Auxiliary

Planning Commission

The Sykesville Planning Commission is meeting to consider a rezone petition for 7306 Springfield Ave and will make a recommendation. They will also approve the 2024 meeting schedule and receive updates from the county and town.

• Rezone petition recommendation for 7306 Springfield Ave
• Approval of 2024 meeting schedule
• County update staff report
• Approval of November 6, 2023 minutes

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider an application for a wall sign at 7524 Main Street, Suite 102. The body will also hold a discussion regarding draft guidelines.

• Application #2023-14 for a wall sign at 7524 Main Street, Suite 102
• Discussion on Draft Guidelines

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider and possibly act on a contract for the rehabilitation of the Millard Cooper Park pedestrian bridge, following a staff report and review of the request for proposals. The agenda also includes an update on the Station project from Stazione, Inc., and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Consider/Discuss/Act on Millard Cooper Park Pedestrian Bridge Rehabilitation Contract
• Update on Station Progress by Dante Liberatore of Stazione, Inc.
• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2023
• Volunteer opportunities on Historic District Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Police Auxiliary

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC) board is meeting to approve October minutes and discuss upcoming events, including the Sykesville Skate Jam and Santa's Arrival, as well as the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda is routine and contains no major decisions or financial items.

• Approval of October 26 minutes
• Discussion of Sykesville Skate Jam
• Discussion of Santa's Arrival
• Discussion of 2024 meeting schedule

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will hold its regular meeting, including public comments, a consent agenda, and a presentation of the FY2023 audit. The council will also consider appointing Daniel Gilbert to the Parks and Recreation Commission and may enter a closed session to discuss pending litigation related to Warfield lawsuits.

• Appointment of Daniel Gilbert to the Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission for a 3-year term ending November 2026
• Presentation of FY2023 Audit by Eva Webb, LSWG, CPA
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation – Warfield Lawsuits
• Volunteer opportunities on Historic District Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Police Auxiliary

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review a staff report and a zoning petition for the property located at 7306 Springfield Ave. The meeting also includes a county update and the approval of minutes from August 7, 2023.

• Rezone Petition Recommendation – 7306 Springfield Ave

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The commission will meet to approve the September 28 minutes and discuss three community events. The agenda focuses on planning for local seasonal activities.

• Sykesville Skate Jam
• Trick or Treat on Main
• Santa’s Arrival

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council is meeting to consider and act on several items, including a resolution for Community Media Day, police officer promotions, replacing the town data server, and purchasing a new dump truck bed. The agenda also includes public comments, a consent agenda with minutes and a proclamation, and various reports.

• Resolution 2023-06 proclaiming October 20, 2023, as Community Media Day
• Police officer promotions
• Replacement of the Town Data Server
• Capital purchase for a new dump truck bed
• Minutes from September 25, 2023

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes and discuss upcoming events, including the Sykesville Skate Jam, Music in the Park, Fall Cleanup, and Sykesville Cinema. An Eagle Scout presentation is also on the agenda.

• Eagle Scout presentation
• Sykesville Skate Jam
• Music in the Park September 30
• Fall Cleanup September 30
• Sykesville Cinema October 14

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission is meeting to consider three applications: a hanging sign at 7540 Main Street, a public art project in the MacElroy Parking Lot, and porch work on buildings D and L in the Warfield Complex. They will also discuss draft guidelines and hear reports from staff and the chair.

• Application #2023-12 for a hanging sign at 7540 Main Street
• Application #2023-13 for a public art project in the MacElroy Parking Lot
• Application #2023-14 for porch work on buildings D and L in Parcel D of the Warfield Complex
• Discussion on draft guidelines
• Minutes from June 28 and July 26, 2023

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider and potentially act on two main items: awarding a contract for repaving the linear trail between Oklahoma Avenue and Norris Avenue, and approving Work Order No. 2 for Michael Baker International to develop a reuse master plan and construction documents for the B.F. Shriver Cannery. The meeting begins with a 6:00 P.M. workshop to discuss tax rates, followed by the regular session at 7:00 P.M. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Contract award for Linear Trail repaving between Oklahoma Avenue and Norris Avenue
• Michael Baker International Work Order No. 2: B.F. Shriver Cannery Reuse Master Plan and Construction Documents
• Workshop on tax rates at 6:00 P.M.
• Volunteer opportunities on Historic District Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Police Auxiliary

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider creating a new administrative assistant position and discuss referring a zoning map amendment request for 7306 Springfield Avenue. The meeting also includes public comments, approval of prior minutes, and a closed session to discuss a legal contract and businesses on town-owned property.

• New job description and position for administrative assistant
• Referral of zoning map amendment request for 7306 Springfield Avenue
• Closed session for legal advice on Warfield Contract and businesses on town-owned property
• Volunteer opportunities on Historic District Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Police Auxiliary

The Council approved a new full-time, entry-level administrative assistant position and referred a zoning map amendment request for 7306 Springfield Avenue to the Planning Commission. The Council also approved the minutes from the August 14, 2023 meeting.

• Approved new Administrative Assistant job description and recruitment process (Unanimous)
• Referred zoning map amendment for 7306 Springfield Avenue to Planning Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve the July minutes and discuss upcoming events, including a skateboard contest on October 7, summer events, and a fall cleanup on September 23. The agenda is routine and contains no major policy decisions.

• Skateboard Contest scheduled for October 7
• Fall Cleanup scheduled for September 23
• Approval of July 27, 2023 minutes

The commission approved the July 27 minutes and coordinated volunteer roles and planning for the October 7 Skateboard Contest, Concerts in the Park, and Sykesville Cinema. The board also agreed to sell cookies from a local baker at the Snack Shack provided Health Department requirements are met.

• Approved July 27 Minutes (All in favor)
• Agreed to sell local baker's cookies in Snack Shack pending Health Department requirements
• Scheduled Fall Cleanup for September 23

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will hold a public hearing and then consider whether to approve Adequate Public Facilities for the Enclave at Parkside development, based on staff reports, planning commission recommendations, and a traffic impact study. The council will also consider a town energy contract with CQI Associates Energy Co-op. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and a closed session to discuss a business proposal on town-owned property.

• Public hearing and decision on Adequate Public Facilities for Enclave at Parkside
• Consideration of Town Energy Contract with CQI Associates Energy Co-op
• Closed session to discuss business proposal on town-owned property
• Approval of minutes from July 10, 2023
• Volunteer opportunities on Historic District Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Police Auxiliary

The Council approved a finding that public facilities are adequate for a 47-townhome development despite concerns regarding school capacity. The Council also approved a 24-month green energy contract. Minutes from the July 10, 2023 meeting were approved.

• Approved July 10, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Planning Commission findings that public facilities for Enclave at Parkside subdivision are adequate (5-2)
• Approved 24-month green energy contract at $0.09676 per kilowatt hour (6-1)

Planning Commission

The Sykesville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plan and pattern book for The Enclave at Parkside development, and will consider a certification of adequacy of public facilities for the project. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a county update.

• Public hearing on The Enclave at Parkside Preliminary Plan and Pattern Book
• Certification of Adequacy of Public Facilities for The Enclave at Parkside
• Approval of minutes from July 5, 2023

The Commission approved a recommendation letter regarding the adequacy of public facilities for The Enclave at Parkside. A public hearing for the project's preliminary plan and pattern book was opened, with public comment extended for 30 days. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 5, 2023 meeting minutes (All in favor)
• Opened Public Hearing for The Enclave at Parkside Preliminary Plan and Pattern Book (All in favor)
• Approved extension of public comment for 30 days until the next meeting (All in favor)
• Ratified the adequate public facilities recommendation letter for The Enclave at Parkside to be sent to the Clerk of the Town Council

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve the June 22, 2023 minutes and discuss business items including a skateboard contest, summer events, and Snack Shack menu prices. The agenda is mostly routine business with no major policy decisions or contracts listed.

• Approval of June 22, 2023 minutes
• Discussion of skateboard contest
• Discussion of summer events
• Discussion of Snack Shack menu prices

The commission approved the June 22 minutes and discussed planning for a historic sites scavenger hunt, a skateboard contest, and summer cinema events. No changes were made to Snack Shack menu prices.

• Approved June 22 Minutes (All in favor)
• Maintained current Snack Shack menu prices
• Agreed to sell local baker's cookies in the Snack Shack pending Health Department confirmation

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission will consider a request for a liquor board compliant barrier for an outdoor seating area at 7556 Main Street, and discuss draft design guidelines with revisions. The meeting is open to the public and streamed online.

• Consideration of application #2023-11 for a liquor board compliant barrier at 7556 Main Street
• Discussion on draft design guidelines, including revised and original PDF versions

The Commission approved a liquor board compliant barrier for outdoor seating at 7556 Main Street, pending a review of the stanchions. Members also discussed revisions to draft guidelines and requested a photo reference list for all buildings in the Historic District.

• Approved application #2023-11 for outdoor seating barrier at 7556 Main Street (unanimous), contingent on review of stanchions

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider and possibly act on a Memorandum of Understanding with the Downtown Sykesville Connection. The agenda also includes approval of the June 12, 2023 minutes and a closed session for legal advice on the Warfield Contract.

• Memorandum of Understanding with Downtown Sykesville Connection
• Approval of minutes from June 12, 2023
• Closed session to consult legal counsel on Warfield Contract

The Town Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Downtown Sykesville Connection. The council also approved the minutes from the June 12, 2023 meeting. No action was taken during the closed session regarding the Warfield Contract.

• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding between Town of Sykesville and Downtown Sykesville Connection (unanimous)
• Consulted with legal counsel on Warfield Contract (no action)

Planning Commission

The Sykesville Planning Commission is meeting to review the preliminary plan for The Enclave at Parkside, a residential development. They will consider staff reports, the preliminary plan, pattern book, traffic impact analysis, and market assessment, and will make an adequate public facilities recommendation. The meeting is open to the public and streamed online.

• The Enclave at Parkside preliminary plan presentation
• Adequate Public Facilities Recommendation for The Enclave at Parkside
• Traffic Impact Analysis for The Enclave at Parkside
• Preliminary Market Assessment for The Enclave at Parkside

The Planning Commission reviewed a preliminary plan for the Enclave at Parkside subdivision, which proposes 47 townhomes on 7 acres. The Commission voted to recommend that the Town Council find the public facilities serving the property to be adequate. A formal recommendation letter will be drafted for ratification on August 7.

• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Council find public facilities for Enclave at Parkside adequate (vote not tallied)

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission will consider two applications: a fence at 7337 Springfield Avenue and an exterior renovation at 7611 Main Street. The commission will also discuss draft guidelines and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Application #2023-09: fence at 7337 Springfield Avenue
• Application #2023-10: exterior renovation at 7611 Main Street
• Discussion on draft guidelines
• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2023 and May 24, 2023

The Commission approved two property applications for a fence and building renovations. It also approved the minutes from February and May 2023. Members will review draft guidelines via a shared document by July 19.

• Approved application #2023-09 for a fence at 7337 Springfield Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved application #2023-10 for exterior renovations at 7611 Main Street (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 22, 2023 and May 24, 2023 (Unanimous)

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve May minutes and discuss summer events, Snack Shack menu prices, the July 4th parade float, and a logo design. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of May 25 minutes
• Summer events discussion
• Snack Shack menu prices
• July 4th parade float
• Logo design

The Commission approved the May 25 meeting minutes and coordinated volunteer roles for the Skateboard Contest, Sykesville Cinema, and Music in the Park. Logistics for the July 4 parade float were established. The discussion on Snack Shack menu prices was deferred to the July meeting.

• Approved May 25 minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed Music in the Park bands: Liberty Road (Aug 26) and Here Till Sunday (Sept 30)
• Tabled Snack Shack menu price discussion until July meeting
• Confirmed Girl Scout Troop 2324 for July 4 parade float

Town Council Meetings

The Council approved a budget revision resulting in a 6.99% overall decrease. A professional services agreement was approved to create a Unified Development Ordinance. Two commission appointments were also confirmed.

• Approved Ordinance NO. 2023-03 for FY2023 Budget Revision (unanimous)
• Approved $162,856 contract with Michael Baker International for Unified Development Ordinance (unanimous)
• Reappointed Alex Ries to the Parks and Recreation Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Brian Ball to the Historic District Commission (unanimous)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Sykesville Planning Commission is meeting to approve the April 3, 2023 minutes, receive a county update, and discuss the Planned Employment Center (PEC) preliminary plan review process. The meeting is procedural and includes no final decisions on specific projects.

• Approval of April 3, 2023 minutes
• County update
• Discussion of Planned Employment Center (PEC) preliminary plan review process

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the April 3, 2023 meeting. The commission began the preliminary plan review process for a 47-unit townhome subdivision called The Enclave at Parkside. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Commission approved the April 27 meeting minutes and selected one of three banner options to be printed by Shannon-Baum. Members coordinated logistics for summer events, including Sykesville Cinema and the July 4 parade. The Commission also received updates on the splash pad opening and zipline repairs.

• Approved April 27 Minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Selected one of three banner options for printing via Shannon-Baum
• Approved $100 Facebook ad boost for children's activities

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission approved two applications for property modifications and the minutes from the previous meeting. Staff provided updates on the Certified Local Government process and the Guidelines update.

• Approved application #2023-07 for removal of two trees at 7344 Springfield Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved application #2023-08 for an applied wall sign at 7526 Main Street, Suite 101 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 26, 2023 (Unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider appointing a Council President and introduce Ordinance No. 2023-03 for a FY2023 budget revision. The meeting also includes public comments, consent agenda approval, and reports from staff and committees. A closed session is planned to discuss a personnel matter and legal advice on the Warfield Contract.

• Appointment of Council President
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-03 – FY2023 Budget Revision
• Closed session: personnel re-employment request
• Closed session: legal consultation on Warfield Contract
• Volunteer opportunities: Historic District Commission and Police Auxiliary

The Town Council unanimously appointed Council Member Anna Carter as Council President. The Council also introduced a budget revision ordinance for the 2023 fiscal year and scheduled a public hearing for June 12, 2023.

• Appointed Council Member Anna Carter as Council President (Unanimous)
• Approved May 8 and May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance NO. 2023-03 – FY 2023 Budget Revision (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Budget Revision for June 12, 2023 (Unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council approved Ordinance No. 2023-02 to adopt the annual budget and set tax rates for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The tax rate remains unchanged at $0.33 per $100 of assessed value.

• Approved April 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-02 for FY2023-2024 annual budget and tax rates (unanimous)

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve the March 23 minutes and discuss business items, including banner and sign design/purchase and summer events. The agenda is brief and contains only these items, with no detailed proposals or dollar amounts provided.

• Approval of March 23 minutes
• Banner and sign design/purchase discussion
• Summer events discussion

The Commission approved spending up to $500 for signs and banners. Members coordinated tasks for upcoming summer events, including Sykesville Cinema and Concerts in the Park. The board also noted the planting of six trees at Millard Cooper Park.

• Approved up to $500 for design and purchase of signs (unanimous)
• Approved March 23 minutes (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission is meeting to consider and act on three applications: a porch ceiling renovation at 7319 Springfield Avenue and two sidewalk seating areas at 7540 and 7556 Main Street. The meeting includes public comment, limited to three minutes per person, and reports from staff and commission members. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Application #2023-04: Porch ceiling renovation at 7319 Springfield Avenue
• Application #2023-05: Sidewalk seating area at 7540 Main Street
• Application #2023-05: Sidewalk seating area at 7556 Main Street
• Public comment limited to three minutes per person
• Staff Liaison Report and Commission Chair Report

The Sykesville Historic District Commission approved a porch ceiling renovation and two sidewalk seating areas on Main Street. The commission also discussed potential guidelines for window LED lights and the status of buildings in the Warfield Complex.

• Approved application #2023-04 for porch ceiling renovation at 7319 Springfield Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved application #2023-05 for sidewalk seating at 7540 Main Street, conditioned on replacing plastic chains with metal or rope (unanimous)
• Approved application #2023-06 for sidewalk seating at 7556 Main Street (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council approved a resolution supporting the allocation of space for a museum at the site of the old Robert Moton High School. Council also authorized continued participation in the Circuit Rider program. Minutes from April 10, 2023, were approved.

• Approved April 10, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution NO. 2023-04 supporting museum space at old Robert Moton High School (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution NO. 2023-05 and authorized Mayor to sign documents for continued Circuit Rider program participation (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will introduce Ordinance 2023-02 to adopt the annual budget and set tax rates for fiscal year 2023-2024, and will consider Resolution 2023-03 to establish parameters for a one-time annual contribution advance to the Downtown Sykesville Connection for a building purchase. The meeting also includes public comments, consent agenda items (approval of March minutes and appointment of Michael Marsden to the Historic District Commission), and announcements about Spring Cleanup Day, volunteer opportunities, and the May 2 election.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2023-02: annual budget and tax rates for FY2023-2024
• Resolution 2023-03: one-time annual contribution advance to Downtown Sykesville Connection for building purchase
• Appointment of Michael Marsden to Historic District Commission (3-year term expiring April 2026)
• Approval of minutes from March 13, 2023
• Spring Cleanup Day on April 15; Election Day on May 2

Council introduced the annual budget and set a public hearing for May 8. They also approved a resolution to advance funds to the Downtown Sykesville Connection for a building purchase. Additionally, Michael Marsden was appointed to the Historic District Commission.

• Approved appointment of Michael Marsden to the Historic District Commission (Unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance NO. 2023-02 to adopt FY 2023-2024 budget and set tax rates (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution NO. 2023-03 for a one-time annual contribution advance to Downtown Sykesville Connection for a building purchase (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Sykesville Planning Commission will review two concept plans: one for 7452 Springfield Avenue and another for The Enclave at Parkside. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 6, 2023, and updates from the county and town.

• Concept Plan – 7452 Springfield Avenue
• Concept Plan – The Enclave at Parkside
• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2023

The Planning Commission accepted a concept plan for 7452 Springfield Avenue and approved a concept plan for The Enclave at Parkside. Both approvals require the developers to address specific conditions regarding traffic, parking, and site design in future plans.

• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (All in favor)
• Accepted 7452 Springfield Avenue Concept Plan with conditions regarding traffic flow, parking dimensions, and residential square footage
• Approved The Enclave at Parkside Concept Plan with conditions including a traffic impact study and market feasibility study (All in favor)

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The commission coordinated logistics for an Easter Egg Hunt, Scavenger Hunt, and Spring Park Cleanup. It was noted that movie licensing for Sykesville Cinema is complete at a cost of $1,800.

• Approved February 23 Minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed Easter Egg Hunt and Scavenger Hunt for April 7-11
• Scheduled Spring Park Cleanup for April 22 at Millard Cooper Park and Gatehouse Museum
• Confirmed $1,800 total cost for Sykesville Cinema movie licensing
• Tabled banner and movie sign design/purchase to April agenda

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will hold its regular meeting, including public comments, a consent agenda, and a presentation. The council will consider cancelling the March 27 meeting, and will also discuss a closed session on property acquisition for the Downtown Sykesville Connection proposal.

• Appointment of Eric Manas to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term expiring March 2026
• Consider/Discuss/Act on cancelling the March 27 meeting
• Closed session to consider acquisition of real property for the Downtown Sykesville Connection proposal
• Presentation by Bill Hudson, President of the Former Students and Friends of Robert S. Moton High School

The Council approved the appointment of Eric Manas to the Historic District Commission and voted to cancel the March 27 meeting. The body also entered a closed session to discuss the acquisition of real property for a downtown connection proposal.

• Approved appointment of Eric Manas to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term (Unanimous)
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Cancelled the March 27 meeting (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Sykesville Planning Commission is meeting to approve the 2022 annual report and the minutes from the February 6, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes a county update and town updates, but no specific items are listed for those.

• Approval of February 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of the 2022 Annual Report

The Planning Commission approved the 2022 Annual Report and Certification Letter for submittal to the County. The board also received updates on county master plans and potential local development projects.

• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Annual Report and Certification Letter (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider appointing members and alternates to the Board of Election Supervisors, setting their pay at $15 per hour, and appointing the Town Clerk as Assistant Election Secretary. They will also receive a report on strategic planning and hold a closed session to consult legal counsel about the Warfield Contract.

• Appoint Trefor Evans, Aften Johnson, Carmen McEvoy to Board of Election Supervisors (term to Feb 2025)
• Appoint Dana Alonzi, Lauren Hanratty, Isaac Nogueron as alternates to Board of Election Supervisors (term to Feb 2025)
• Set Board of Election Supervisors and alternates pay at $15/hour on Election Day
• Appoint Kerry Kavaloski as Assistant Election Secretary
• Closed session to consult legal counsel on Warfield Contract

The Town Council appointed members and alternates to the Board of Election Supervisors and designated the Town Clerk as Assistant Election Secretary. The Council also established a pay rate for election supervisors. Additionally, Mayor Link issued a public statement disagreeing with an Open Meetings Act advisory opinion.

• Approved minutes from February 13, 2023 (unanimous)
• Appointed Trefor Evans, Aften Johnson, and Carmen McEvoy to the Board of Election Supervisors (unanimous)
• Appointed Lauren Hanratty and Isaac Nogueron as Alternates to the Board of Election Supervisors (unanimous)
• Set pay rate for Board of Election Supervisors and Alternates to $15 per hour worked on Election Day (unanimous)
• Appointed Town Clerk Kerry Kavaloski as Assistant Election Secretary (unanimous)

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve the January 26 meeting minutes and conduct regular business. They will plan new events, including the Easter Egg Hunt and Scavenger Hunt, choose movies, approve the 2023 event schedule, approve a costume purchase, and discuss budget requests.

• Approve January 26 meeting minutes
• Plan Easter Egg Hunt and Scavenger Hunt
• Choose movies for events
• Approve 2023 event schedule
• Approve costume purchase and budget requests

The commission approved the 2023 event schedule, including a skateboard competition on October 7 and a series of cinema movies. The board also authorized the purchase of an Easter Bunny costume.

• Approved 2023 SPARC Event Schedule (All in favor)
• Approved addition of Skateboard Competition for October 7 (All in favor)
• Approved selected movies for Sykesville Cinema (All in favor)
• Approved purchase of Easter Bunny Costume for $384.00 (All in favor)
• Approved January 26 Minutes (All in favor, 1 abstention)

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission will consider two applications: a hanging business sign at 7550 Main Street and a replacement deck at 7533 Main Street. The commission will also be introduced to Brennan and Associates for an update to the Historic District Commission Guidelines. The meeting includes approval of January minutes, public comment, and staff and chair reports.

• Application #2023-02: hanging business sign at 7550 Main Street
• Application #2023-03: replacement deck at 7533 Main Street
• Introduction of Brennan and Associates for Historic District Commission Guidelines update
• Approval of minutes from January 25, 2023
• Public comment limited to three minutes per person

The Commission approved a hanging business sign at 7550 Main Street and a replacement deck at 7533 Main Street. The board also introduced the architects tasked with updating the Main Street Historic District Guidelines.

• Approved minutes from January 25, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved application #2023-02 for hanging business sign at 7550 Main Street with condition to hang as high as possible (Unanimous)
• Approved application #2023-03 for replacement deck at 7533 Main Street with stipulation for non-reflective materials (Unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2023-01 for a FY2023 budget revision, and consider approving night work on Main Street. They will also discuss hiring Brennan & Company Architects to update Historic District Commission guidelines and receive a Downtown Sykesville Connection update. The meeting includes a consent agenda with minutes and a commission reappointment, plus a closed session for legal and business location matters.

• Public hearing and action on Ordinance 2023-01 for FY2023 budget revision
• Consider approval of night work on Main Street
• Consider approval of Brennan & Company Architects to update Historic District Commission Guidelines
• Reappointment of Chad Bederka to Historic District Commission for three-year term expiring February 2026
• Closed session for legal advice and business location on town-owned property

The Council approved a budget revision including $27,500 for a used dump truck and authorized night work for sewer pipe lining on Main Street. The Council also hired Brennan & Company Architects to update the Historic District Commission Guidelines using a matching grant.

• Approved Ordinance NO. 2023-01 for FY2023 Budget Revision (unanimous)
• Approved two sets of night work for sewer pipe lining on Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Brennan & Company Architects to update Historic District Commission Guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved January 23, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Chad Bederka to the Historic District Commission for a three-year term (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Sykesville Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business. They will approve the minutes from the November 7, 2022 meeting, approve the 2023 meeting schedule, and nominate and elect a chair and vice-chair. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major land-use decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve minutes from November 7, 2022 meeting
• Approve 2023 meeting schedule
• Nominate and elect chair and vice-chair

The Planning Commission approved the 2022 Annual Report and Certification Letter for submission to the Maryland Department of Planning via Carroll County. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 6, 2023 meeting.

• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (All in favor)
• Approved 2022 Annual Report and Certification Letter (All in favor)

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission (SPARC) is meeting to approve the November 17 meeting minutes, adopt the 2023 meeting schedule, and finalize the 2023 event schedule, including choosing concert dates. The agenda is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no major financial or policy items listed.

• Approval of November 17 meeting minutes
• Approval of 2023 meeting schedule
• Approval of 2023 event schedule
• Selection of concert dates

The Commission approved the 2023 meeting schedule and the minutes from November 17. Members discussed the 2023 event calendar, including a proposed skateboard contest and the Easter Egg Hunt, with final approval for the schedule set for the February meeting.

• Approved November 17 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Decided to hold Scavenger Hunt the same weekend as the Easter Egg Hunt
• Proposed June 24 for a new Skateboard Contest

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission will meet to continue reviewing Application #2022-22 for siding, window, and shutter replacements at 7318 Springfield Avenue, and to consider and possibly act on Application #2023-01 for a deck and pool at 7617 Mellor Avenue. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from November 30, 2022, and reports from staff and commission members.

• Continuation of Application #2022-22 for siding, window, and shutter replacements at 7318 Springfield Avenue
• Consideration and possible action on Application #2023-01 for a deck and pool at 7617 Mellor Avenue
• Approval of minutes from November 30, 2022
• Public comment limited to three minutes per person

The Commission approved two property applications for exterior modifications. One approval covers shutters, porch posts, and a door, while the other approves a pool and deck contingent on a zoning variance.

• Approved shutters, bead board, porch posts, and front door for 7318 Springfield Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved deck and pool for 7617 Mellor Avenue, contingent on a zoning variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals (Unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider introducing Ordinance 2023-01 for a FY2023 budget revision, and will receive a presentation on the Gate House. The consent agenda includes approving minutes and a resolution allowing alcohol at DSC events. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Resolution 2023-02 allowing alcohol at DSC events
• Ordinance 2023-01 for FY2023 Budget Revision
• Gate House Update Presentation
• Volunteer opportunities on Historic District Commission and Police Auxiliary
• Openings on Board of Election Supervisors

The Council introduced a mid-year budget revision to increase the FY2023 budget. They also approved the previous meeting's minutes and a resolution regarding alcohol at DSC events.

• Introduced Ordinance NO. 2023-01 for FY2023 Budget Revision (Unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution NO. 2023-02 allowing alcohol at DSC events (Unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 2022-09, which updates the allowable size of trash and recycle containers. They will also consider a resolution amending the reservation fee schedule for park pavilions and the Tower Room. The agenda includes approval of minutes from December 12, 2022, and an audit presentation.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2022-09 amending Chapter 129 (Solid Waste) to update trash/recycle container sizes
• Consideration of Resolution 2023-01 amending reservation fees for park pavilions and Tower Room
• Audit presentation by Eva Webb of LSWG, P.A.
• Approval of minutes from December 12, 2022

The Council approved an ordinance updating allowable sizes for trash and recycling containers. It also passed a resolution amending the reservation fee schedule for the Tower Room and park pavilions.

• Approved Ordinance NO. 2022-09 updating allowable trash and recycling container sizes (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution NO. 2023-01 amending reservation fees for park pavilions and the Tower Room (6-1)
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Swore in new police officer Andrew Jacobs