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Thurmont Police Commission Meeting - NOT STREAMED
The Thurmont Police Commission is meeting to receive a department update from the chief and discuss old business including post-event reports for Spring Shredding, the May 15th Wine Stroll, and the NAMI 5k. They will also plan National Night Out on August 25th and fundraising for a treadmill, including potential donations from pizza chains and a booth at ColorFest. New business and public comment are also on the agenda. The meeting is not streamed.
- National Night Out on August 25th with potential pizza chain donations (20 larges each) and volunteer assignments
- Fundraising for a treadmill, including a possible ColorFest booth and collections at National Night Out
- Post-event reports for Spring Shredding, Wine Stroll, and NAMI 5k
- Halloween in Park update from the chief
- Helping Hands donations and follow-up with the chief
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Charter Review Committee Meeting - AUDIO ONLY
The Thurmont Charter Review Committee will vote on proposed changes from its May 13, 2026 meeting and continue discussion on other sections of the town charter. Public comment is scheduled before the vote and again later in the meeting. The meeting begins with approval of the previous meeting's minutes.
- Vote on proposed changes from the 5/13/2026 meeting
- Public comment before the vote on proposed changes
- Continued discussion on sections of the charter
- Approval of 5/13/2026 meeting minutes
- General public comment period after discussions
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Town Meeting
The Thurmont Town Meeting will approve the June 2, 2026 minutes, recognize winners of the 'If I Were Mayor' essay contest, and receive an update on the Gold Star Family Memorial Project from Julie El-Taher. Commissioners and the public will also have time for comments.
- Approval of 6/2/2026 meeting minutes
- Recognition of 'If I Were Mayor, I Would…' essay contest winners
- Update on Gold Star Family Memorial Project – Julie El-Taher
- Commissioners' comments by Burns, Hooper, Lookingbill, Stouter, CAO Humerick, and Mayor Kinnaird
- Public comments period
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Thurmont Green Team - NOT STREAMED
The Thurmont Green Team will meet to recap Green Fest 2026 and plan the Recycle and Shred Event and Plant Swap. The agenda also includes updates on the Community Garden and upcoming events. This is a routine discussion meeting with no formal votes or budget items.
- Recap of Green Fest 2026
- Final needs and volunteers for Recycle and Shred Event and Plant Swap
- Community Garden update
- Discussion of upcoming events
- Open discussion
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Town Meeting
The Thurmont Town Commissioners will consider adopting Resolution 2026-04, setting the FY2027 tax rate, and Ordinance 2026-02, adopting the FY2027 town budget. The meeting also includes updates on the Municipal Lot Improvements Project and the 2026 'A Day in the Park' program, bid approvals for Moser Road substation equipment and a roadway resurfacing project, and administrative items such as meeting minutes and the July meeting schedule.
- Adoption of Resolution 2026-04 setting the FY2027 tax rate
- Adoption of Ordinance 2026-02 for the FY2027 Town of Thurmont budget
- Bid approval for Moser Road substation transformer control cabinets
- Bid approval for roadway resurfacing project
- Update on Municipal Lot Improvements Project
The Board of Commissioners approved the FY2027 budget and maintained the current tax rate. The board also awarded two infrastructure contracts for substation equipment and roadway resurfacing.
- Adopted Resolution 2026-04 setting FY2027 tax rate at .2780 per $100 of assessed valuation (4-1-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2026-02 for FY2027 budget, authorizing the Police Chief to hire up to 13 active officers (4-1-0)
- Awarded Moser Road Substation transformer control cabinets contract to QEI, LLC for $81,560 (5-0-0)
- Awarded roadway resurfacing project to C. William Hetzer, Incorporated for $424,135.65 (5-0-0)
- Approved May 12, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
- Approved May 19, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
- Swore in Mr. Waesche to the Charter Review Committee
- Scheduled July meeting for July 21
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Thurmont Addiction Commission Meeting
The Thurmont Addiction Commission is hosting a community forum titled 'Let’s Talk Community Forum' to discuss how drugs and substance use impact the community. The event will be held on May 20, 2026, from 6-8 pm at the Thurmont Town Office and live-streamed on cable channel 99. Partners include the Frederick County Health Department, Thurmont Police Department, Phoenix Recovery Academy, and the Kids Like Us Program. No formal decisions are being made; this is a public discussion event.
- Community forum on drug and substance use impact
- Partners: Frederick County Health Department, Thurmont Police Department, Phoenix Recovery Academy, Kids Like Us Program
- Live-streamed on local cable channel 99 and replay available on Town website
- Contact number: 240-285-8076 for more information
- Event at Thurmont Town Office, 615 East Main Street
The Thurmont Addiction Commission held a public forum to discuss substance use disorder trends and school programs. The commission plans to share the 'Kids Like Us' program with the community. No formal decisions were made.
- Discussed local and statewide SUD statistics and trends
- Discussed 'Kids Like Us' school program
- Tabled sharing 'Kids Like Us' program to community
- Discussed recent school activity with Officer Ballesteros
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Town Meeting
The Thurmont Town Commissioners will hold public hearings on the proposed FY2027 tax rate and town budget, then vote on them. They will also consider annual donations to local services and appoint a member to the Charter Review Committee.
- Public hearing on proposed FY2027 tax rate
- Public hearing on proposed FY2027 Town of Thurmont budget
- Annual donations to Guardian Hose Co., Thurmont Community Ambulance Service, Thurmont Food Bank, and Thurmont Ministerium (amounts not specified)
- Discussion and action on appointing a member to the Charter Review Committee
The Board approved the May 5, 2026 meeting minutes and swore in Wes Hamrick to the Parks & Recreation Commission. The Board appointed Brian Waesche to the Charter Review Committee after a tie vote was broken. The Board held public hearings for the proposed FY2027 tax rate and budget but took no final action.
- Approved May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Swore in Wes Hamrick to Parks & Recreation Commission
- Appointed Brian Waesche to Charter Review Committee (3-2)
- Held public hearing on proposed FY2027 tax rate
- Held public hearing on proposed FY2027 budget
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Charter Review Committee Meeting - AUDIO ONLY
The Charter Review Committee will vote on proposed changes from its April 29 meeting and continue its discussion of charter sections. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.
- Vote on proposed changes from the 4/29/2026 meeting
- Continued discussion of sections of the charter
- Approval of 4/29/2026 meeting minutes
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Town Meeting
The Thurmont Town Commissioners will hold a closed session at 6 PM to discuss public security, then reconvene at 7 PM for a regular meeting. The main item is discussion, public comments, and possible action on a proposed solar project. Commissioners and the mayor will give comments, followed by a public comments period.
- Closed session at 6 PM to discuss public security
- Discussion, public comments, and possible action on a proposed solar project
- Commissioners' comments from each commissioner, CAO Jim Humerick, and Mayor Kinnaird
- Public comments period
The Board of Commissioners voted 4-1 to accept a $1 million grant from the Maryland Energy Administration for a solar array on Radio Lane, with a $125,000 town match. The project requires further approvals and may be killed at any point. A closed session was held to discuss public security, and an Ethics Commission letter was read stating no violation was found in an anonymous complaint.
- Approved $1M state grant for solar array on Radio Lane (4-1), with $125,000 town match and further approvals required
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Thurmont Green Team - NOT STREAMED
The Thurmont Green Team will review the 2026 Green Fest, plan the Recycle and Shred Event and Plant Swap, and discuss the Community Garden update. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for planning and open discussion.
- Green Fest 2026 Recap
- Recycle and Shred Event/Plant Swap final needs and volunteers
- Community Garden Update
- Upcoming Events discussion
The team recapped the successful Green Fest 2026 and noted attendance of about 300 people. They provided updates on the Recycling and Shred event, confirmed the community garden is full, and listed upcoming events such as the Fall Plant Swap, tree planting on November 7, and Pumpkin Pick‑Up on November 28. Several ideas were discussed—including adding events to the town calendar, flyer distribution, and speaker series—but no actions were formally approved.
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Town Meeting
The Thurmont Town Commission will consider approving minutes from two prior meetings, appoint a member to the Parks and Recreation Commission, receive an update from the Thurmont Addiction Commission, and introduce the proposed FY2027 town budget. The meeting will also include comments from commissioners and the public.
- Introduction of proposed FY2027 Town of Thurmont Budget
- Appointment to Parks & Recreation Commission
- Thurmont Addiction Commission update
- Approval of meeting minutes from April 21 and April 28, 2026
- Commissioners' comments and public comments
The Thurmont Board of Commissioners approved minutes from two prior meetings and reappointed Wes Hamrick to the Parks and Recreation Commission by a 3-2 vote, with Annalise Abruzzese receiving two votes. The board also introduced the proposed FY2027 budget ordinance but took no vote on it. Commissioners received an update on an addiction commission community forum and heard public comments on park maintenance and police transparency.
- Approved April 21, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved April 28, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Reappointed Wes Hamrick to Parks & Recreation Commission (3-2)
- Introduced proposed FY2027 budget ordinance (no action taken)
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Thurmont Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting - NOT STREAMED
The Thurmont Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss an FY2027 Program Open Space application for fencing at ball fields and the disc golf course. Updates will be given on summer programs, the Gold Star Memorial, Japanese knotweed treatment, and a shredding event. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of new member Sherry Fitzpatrick.
- FY2027 Program Open Space – fencing for ball fields and disc golf course
- Update on Gold Star Memorial – Jim Humerick
- Japanese Knotweed Treatment – Jim Humerick
- September Jones update on A Day in the Park, summer programs, concert series, and Trolley Trail flower beds
- Shredding Event – May 9, 2026, 8AM-Noon
The commission swore in new member Sherry Fitzpatrick and received updates on summer programming and the Gold Star Memorial fundraiser. The body also submitted grant requests for ball field fencing and disc golf course improvements.
- Sworn in Sherry Fitzpatrick as Park & Recreation Commissioner
- Submitted FY2027 Program Open Space Grant requests for ball field #3 fencing and disc golf course benches and nets
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Charter Review Committee Meeting - AUDIO ONLY
This is an organizational meeting of the Thurmont Charter Review Committee. The agenda consists solely of procedural items: nominating and electing officers for the committee, reviewing charter documents, and accepting public comments. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed.
- Nomination of officers
- Election of officers
- Review of charter documents
The committee elected Louie Powell Jr. as Chair (5‑2 vote) and Sarah Waldron as Vice Chair after a 2‑2‑2 tie was broken by Commissioner Stouter. Sally McIlrath was appointed Secretary and Meredith Wivell volunteered as Timekeeper/Parking Lot Attendant. The committee set monthly meetings on the second Wednesday from 7:00‑9:00 with the last 15 minutes for public comment and defined a quorum of six members. Section 301 of the charter was amended to read “are in the most current zoning map on file with Planning and Zoning.”
- Louie Powell Jr. elected Chair (5‑2 vote)
- Sarah Waldron elected Vice Chair (tie 2‑2‑2 broken by Commissioner Stouter)
- Sally McIlrath elected Secretary (uncontested)
- Meredith Wivell appointed Timekeeper/Parking Lot Attendant (volunteer)
- Meetings scheduled monthly on second Wednesday, 7:00‑9:00, last 15 min for public comment
- Quorum set at six members
- Section 301 wording changed to “are in the most current zoning map on file with Planning and Zoning”
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Town Meeting
The Thurmont Town Council will consider approving a bid for wastewater treatment plant air compressors and review the draft FY2027 budget. A presentation on mental health awareness and the NAMI Walk is also scheduled. Commissioners and the public may provide comments.
- Bid approval for WWTP air compressors (discussion/action)
- Review of draft FY2027 Town of Thurmont budget
- Quarterly financial report
- Presentation on Mental Health Awareness & NAMI Walk
- Approval of 4/14/2026 meeting minutes
The Board approved the minutes from the April 14 meeting with a 4‑0‑1 vote. It then approved a $40,801.51 contract with Kaeser Compressors for two WWTP air compressors by a 5‑0‑0 vote. The draft FY2027 budget was reviewed and noted to have no anticipated real‑property tax increase. The meeting was adjourned with a 5‑0‑0 vote.
- Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
- Awarded contract for two Kaeser SM 10 air compressors, total $40,801.51 (5-0-0)
- Reviewed draft FY2027 town budget (no real‑property tax increase anticipated)
- Motion to adjourn passed (5-0-0)
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Thurmont Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting - NOT STREAMED
The Thurmont Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a public meeting on April 20, 2026, at 6:30 PM to visit a potential location for a park amenity. The group will gather at the pumping station parking lot along the wastewater treatment plant driveway. No other business items are listed; the agenda consists solely of this site inspection.
- Inspection of potential park amenity site at the pumping station parking lot on the wastewater treatment plant driveway
The commission toured a potential disc golf site and discussed design options. Members of the Fredrock Disc Golf Club offered assistance and shared goals for preserving natural features. A site visit to a Hagerstown disc golf course is scheduled for May 11. No formal actions or votes were taken.
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Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
The Thurmont Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approving a preliminary plan for the McDonald's Corporation to rebuild at 200 Frederick Road. They will also discuss a major subdivision concept plan for 'The Meadows' at 304 Apples Church Road. Other items include approval of March meeting minutes and the zoning inspector's report.
- Discussion/Action: Preliminary Plan C1-PP-2026-01 for McDonald's rebuild at 200 Frederick Road
- Discussion: Major Subdivision Concept Plan MA-CP-2026-01 for 'The Meadows' at 304 Apples Church Road (owner Patricia Simmers, purchaser Cross & Company)
- Approval of March 26, 2026 meeting minutes
- Zoning Inspector's Report
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Town Meeting
The Thurmont Town Meeting will hold a budget workshop for FY27 covering the Electric, Streets, Parks, and Administration departments. Commissioners will also discuss a Local Government Energy Modernization (L-GEM) Program Grant and receive an update on the Gold Star Family Monument project from Julie El-Taher. The agenda includes approval of April 7, 2026 meeting minutes, commissioner comments, and public comments.
- FY27 Budget Workshop: Electric Dept., Streets Dept., Parks Dept., Administration
- Discussion – Local Government Energy Modernization (L-GEM) Program Grant
- Update on the Gold Star Family Monument Project – Julie El-Taher
- Approval of 4/7/2026 Town Meeting Minutes
- Commissioners’ Comments and Public Comments
The board approved the April 7, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0) and adjourned. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting consisted of an update on the Gold Star Family Monument fundraising ($57,000 of $62,000 raised), discussion of a $1 million L-GEM solar grant for a Radio Lane array, and a FY27 budget workshop covering Electric, Streets, Parks, and Administration departments.
- Approved April 7, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:49 p.m. (5-0)
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Thurmont Police Commission Meeting - NOT STREAMED
The commission reviewed updates on several community events, including the spring shredding drive at Thurmont Elementary, the upcoming National Night Out on August 25, and fundraising activities for a treadmill and a wine stroll. Members discussed possible pizza donations for National Night Out, booth arrangements with Color Fest, and volunteer assignments for the NAMI 5k. No formal decisions were recorded, only updates and proposals.
- Spring Shredding at Thurmont Elementary (May 9, 8‑12) with recycling and plant swap
- Halloween in the Park – update from the Chief
- National Night Out – August 25, 6‑7:30 PM; possible pizza chain donations
- Fundraising for treadmill – booth request from Color Fest and May 15 wine stroll spot
- NAMI 5k – May 2, 9 AM; volunteer assignments for street‑crossing safety
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Thurmont Addiction Commission Meeting - NOT STREAMED
The Thurmont Addiction Commission is meeting to vote on posters and discuss upcoming events including the Business Expo setup, a Mental Health Program, a parade on July 9, 2026, and a forum on May 20, 2026. The agenda consists of routine planning items with no financial decisions.
- Vote on posters
- Discussion of Business Expo setup
- Discussion of Mental Health Program
- Parade date scheduled for July 9, 2026
- Forum date scheduled for May 20, 2026
The Thurmont Addiction Commission awarded two poster contest winners $150 each and approved $150 for a table at a NAMI mental health walk. Members also agreed to host a community forum on May 20 and participate in a 5K run, a farmers market booth, and the July firemen's parade with a float.
- Awarded $150 prizes to both poster contest entries (Leighton Mcilrath and Amelia Rice)
- Approved $150 cost for TAC table at NAMI mental health walk on May 2
- Agreed to host 'Lets Talk Community Forum' on May 20 (6-8pm)
- Approved participation in Catoctin High School National Honor Society 5K run on June 6
- Agreed to staff a booth at Farmers Market starting May 23
- Agreed to participate in Guardian Hose Firemen’s Parade on July 9 with a float
- Confirmed plans for National Overdose Awareness Day event on August 31
- Discussed new OMA online notice requirement for meetings and minutes
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Town Meeting
The Thurmont Town Meeting will discuss and possibly decide on credit card fees. It will also hold a budget workshop for FY27 covering the Department of Economic Development, Planning and Zoning, and Public Safety. Commissioners and the public will have opportunities to comment.
- Discussion/action on credit card fees
- FY27 budget workshop for Dept. of Economic Development
- FY27 budget workshop for Planning & Zoning Dept.
- FY27 budget workshop for Public Safety
- Commissioners' comments from Burns, Hooper, Lookingbill, Stouter, CAO Humerick, and Mayor Kinnaird
The Board voted 4‑0‑0 to adopt a 2% convenience fee on all credit and debit card payments, to begin on July 1, 2026, with a review at the next budget cycle. No public comments were offered on the proposal. The meeting was then adjourned by a 4‑0‑0 vote. FY27 budget workshops for Economic Development, Planning & Zoning, and Public Safety were presented but no actions were taken.
- Approved 2% convenience fee on credit/debit card payments (4-0-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (4-0-0)
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Town Meeting
The town board will hold a budget workshop for the Water and Wastewater departments for fiscal year 2027. They will also consider Resolution 2026-03 concerning a local revenue task force and discuss filling a vacancy in the Streets & Parks Department. Additionally, the board will swear in commission appointees and issue a proclamation for Child Abuse Awareness Month.
- Resolution 2026-03: HB1142 Local Revenue Task Force
- Discussion/action to fill Streets & Parks Dept. vacancy
- FY27 Budget Workshop – Water Department
- FY27 Budget Workshop – Wastewater Department
- Swearing in of appointees to Ethics and Board of Appeals commissions
The Board of Commissioners approved filling a vacancy in the Streets & Parks Department following a retirement. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and swore in new members to the Ethics Commission and the Board of Appeals.
- Approved March 10, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
- Approved March 17, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
- Swore in Crystal Calderon and Sandra Hunter to the Ethics Commission
- Swore in John Bean to the Board of Appeals
- Approved filling a vacancy in the Streets & Parks Department (5-0-0)
- Signed Resolution 2026-03 regarding the Local Revenue Task Force
- Agreed to remove Connection Fees from Water and Wastewater operating budgets
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Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
The Thurmont Planning & Zoning Commission will approve the February 26 meeting minutes, receive the zoning inspector's report, and discuss the major subdivision concept plan for "The Meadows" at 304 Apples Church Road, which has been postponed to the April meeting. The commission will also discuss and take action on the 2025 Annual Report and open the floor for public comments.
- Approval of 2/26/2026 meeting minutes
- Zoning inspector's report
- Discussion of major subdivision concept plan MA-CP-2026-01 – "The Meadows" at 304 Apples Church Road (postponed to April meeting)
- Discussion/action on the 2025 Annual Report
- Public comments
The Thurmont Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously adopted the 2025 Annual Report and Five-Year Report. The commission also postponed discussion of the Simmers annexation at 304 Apples Church Road until the April meeting at the applicant's request. Minutes from February were approved.
- Approved February 26, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Adopted 2025 Annual Report and Five-Year Report (5-0)
- Postponed discussion of 304 Apples Church Road annexation (Simmers) until April meeting
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Town Meeting
The Town Council will hold a closed session for personnel, then reconvene in open session to consider appointments to the Board of Appeals and Ethics Commission, hear a presentation on National Agriculture Day, and vote on bids for Moser Road substation work and sidewalk replacement on Carroll, Lombard, and Walnut streets. Commissioners and the public may also comment.
- Closed session to discuss personnel
- Swear in appointees to commissions and discuss/act on appointees to Board of Appeals and Ethics Commission
- Presentation – National Agriculture Day
- Bid approval – Moser Road substation switches and bus work
- Bid approval – sidewalk replacement on Carroll Street, Lombard Street, and Walnut Street
The Thurmont Board of Commissioners approved a $235,700 bid for ADA-compliant sidewalk replacement on Carroll, Lombard, and Walnut Streets, funded by a Community Development Block Grant and highway user revenues. They also approved a $138,594 bid for substation switches and bus work at Moser Road. Additionally, they appointed John Bean to the Board of Appeals and accepted two applicants as full-time members of the Ethics Commission. The meeting also included a presentation on National Agriculture Day and a public comment about school impact fees.
- Approved $235,700 for ADA sidewalk replacement on Carroll, Lombard, and Walnut Streets (5-0)
- Approved $138,594 for Moser Road substation refurbishment (5-0)
- Appointed John Bean to Board of Appeals (5-0)
- Accepted two applicants as full-time members of Ethics Commission (5-0)
- Swore in Sally Mcllrath to Charter Review Commission
- Swore in James Hamrick and Kevin McGuire to Police Commission
- Held closed session to discuss public security (5-0)
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Town Meeting
The Thurmont Town Meeting on March 10, 2026, begins with a closed session for public security. The council will consider adopting Ordinance 2026-01 to amend charges for connection and impact fees, approve a mowing contract for parks and grounds, and discuss the Emmitsburg Road flood mitigation project. Other items include swearing in ceremonies and planning for the town's 275th anniversary. Public comments will be heard.
- Adoption of Ordinance 2026-01 amending connection and impact fees
- Bid approval for Contract M-1-26: Mowing of Parks & Grounds
- Discussion/action on Emmitsburg Road Flood Mitigation Project
- Mayor announces public hearings on March 11 (electric rates) and March 12 (PCA)
- Closed session for public security discussion
The Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance 2026-01, amending charges for water and sewer connection and impact fees, with a 4-1 vote (Commissioner Burns opposing). The board also awarded a two-year mowing contract to Mountain View Lawn Services for $175,536.90 (5-0) and voted to table the Emmitsburg Road flood mitigation project for this year (5-0). Several appointments to town commissions were made.
- Adopted Ordinance 2026-01 amending water and sewer connection and impact fees (4-1)
- Awarded Contract M-1-26 for mowing parks and grounds to Mountain View Lawn Services, $175,536.90 over two years (5-0)
- Tabled Emmitsburg Road flood mitigation project for the current year (5-0)
- Appointed James Hamrick and Kevin McGuire to the Police Commission (5-0)
- Appointed Sherry Fitzpatrick to the Parks and Recreation Commission (5-0)
- Approved minutes from February 10 and February 17 meetings (5-0 each)
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Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
This meeting is largely procedural. The Planning & Zoning Commission will approve minutes from November and January meetings, receive a zoning inspector's report, review the 2025 annual report, and take public comments. No rezonings, contracts, or fee changes are on the agenda.
- Approval of Nov 19, 2025 and Jan 22, 2026 meeting minutes
- Zoning inspector's report
- 2025 annual report review
- Public comments
The Commission approved the meeting minutes from November 19, 2025, and January 22, 2026. The body reviewed the 2025 Annual Report and requested specific revisions before a planned adoption at the March meeting.
- Approved November 19, 2025 meeting minutes with amendment (5-0-0)
- Approved January 22, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
- Decided to reword item #2 on page 8 of the 2025 Annual Report
- Decided to add annexation stormwater details to the 2025 Annual Report
- Decided to add Mesonet Weather Station installation to the 2025 Annual Report
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Town Meeting
The Thurmont Town Commission will introduce Ordinance 2026-01 to amend connection and impact fees, and discuss a mandated study on ammonia and stream temperatures at the wastewater treatment plant. The board will also consider a property boundary realignment at Thurmont Little League / East End Park, follow up on credit card fees, and hear a mayor's statement on higher electric bills due to increased usage.
- Introduction of Ordinance 2026-01 to amend connection and impact fees
- Approval of proposal for mandated study on ammonia and stream temperatures at WWTP
- Discussion and approval of property boundary realignment at Thurmont Little League / East End Park
- Follow-up discussion on credit card fees
- Mayor's statement on higher electric bills due to higher usage
The Board of Commissioners approved transferring .4269 acres to the Thurmont Little League to accommodate ballfield lighting. The Board also authorized a budget reallocation for a mandated wastewater study and expanded the Charter Review Committee.
- Approved .4269 acre property boundary realignment to Thurmont Little League (5-0-0)
- Approved allocating $87,000 from raw screen rebuild funds for ammonia and stream temperature studies at WWTP (3-2-0)
- Appointed 10 residents as regular members of the Charter Review Committee (3-2-0)
- Approved February 3, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
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Board of Appeals Meeting
The Thurmont Board of Appeals will meet to appoint a chair and vice chair, hear Case A2026-01 (Daniel Murphy, 620 East Main Street), and review/act on its 2026 Rules of Procedure.
- Appointment of chair and vice chair for the board
- Case A2026-01 – Daniel Murphy – 620 East Main Street (appeal/hearing)
- Review and possible action on Board of Appeals Rules of Procedure for 2026
The Board of Appeals appointed Kenneth Oland as Chair and Mickey Blank as Vice Chair. It approved Daniel Murphy's request to enclose the existing carport at 620 East Main Street. The Board also adopted the corrected Board of Appeals Rules of Procedure and adjourned the meeting.
- Kenneth Oland appointed Chair (vote 3-0-1)
- Mickey Blank appointed Vice Chair (vote 3-0-1)
- Approved variance to enclose carport at 620 East Main St (vote 4-0-0)
- Adopted corrected Board of Appeals Rules of Procedure (vote 3-0-0)
- Motion to adjourn passed (vote 3-0-0)
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Special Town Meeting
The Thurmont Town Council is holding a special meeting to go into closed session to discuss public security, specifically the deployment of fire and police services, under Maryland Code §3-305(b)(10). No other items are on the agenda.
- Closed session under §3-305(b)(10) to discuss public security, including fire and police services deployment
The Thurmont Board of Commissioners met in closed session to discuss public security, including the deployment of fire and police services. No public actions were taken during the meeting.
- Entered closed session to discuss public security and deployment of fire and police services (3-0)
- No public decisions or votes recorded
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 35 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
| $3.0M | PIERLESS VENTURES-DVORAK JV, LLC General Services Administration · EVSE FEASIBILITY STUDY |
| $1.2M | PIERLESS VENTURES-DVORAK JV, LLC General Services Administration · DESIGN BUILD NASA EV STATIONS AT GREENBELT AND WALLOPS |
| $1.1M | PIERLESS VENTURES-DVORAK JV, LLC General Services Administration · DHS USSS HQ 2ND FLOOR CIO |
| $889,174 | PIERLESS VENTURES-DVORAK JV, LLC General Services Administration · US TAX COURT INTERIOR PAINT PROJECT - WASHINGTON, DC. HISTORIC BUILDIN |
| $883,573 | PIERLESS VENTURES-DVORAK JV, LLC General Services Administration · 47PC5426F0337 - STAR CAFE RENOVATION LOCATED AT USSS HQ IN WASHINGTON, |
| $657,851 | PIERLESS VENTURES-DVORAK JV, LLC General Services Administration · DESIGN BUILD EVSE RAINBOW BRIDGE |
| $635,000 | PIERLESS VENTURES-DVORAK JV, LLC General Services Administration · BATHROOM RENOVATION AT 712 JACKSON PLACE WASHINGTON DC 20006 |
| $634,530 | PIERLESS VENTURES-DVORAK JV, LLC General Services Administration · EV CHARGERS LOCATED AT RRB CBP AND USAID 1300 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, WAS |
| $381,351 | PIERLESS VENTURES-DVORAK JV, LLC General Services Administration · 47PC5426F0107 - 9TH FLOOR 36 WINDOW SECURE WALL. - RWA#3754269 |
| $349,617 | PIERLESS VENTURES-DVORAK JV, LLC General Services Administration · DB EVSE INFRASTRUCTURE NASA LANGLEY RESEARCH CENTER PROJECT |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
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