Thurmont public meetings in 2025

Town Meeting

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 2025-03 to annex 16.6868 acres (Simmers) into town boundaries. They will also approve a bid for LED subdivision lights and discuss public participation in the charter review process. A closed session precedes the meeting for legal counsel.

• Public hearing and action on Resolution 2025-03 – Simmers annexation of 16.6868+/- acres
• Bid approval for LED subdivision lights
• Discussion on public participation in the charter review process
• Approval of meeting minutes from 10/21/2025 and 11/20/2025

The Board of Commissioners approved the Simmers annexation, including the annexation plan and agreement, to expand the town's corporate boundaries. The board also approved a bid for LED subdivision streetlights. Discussions were held regarding public participation in the town's charter review process.

• Approved Resolution 2025-03 for Simmers Annexation of 16.6868+/- acres (4-1-0)
• Approved Simmers Annexation Plan (4-1-0)
• Approved Simmers Annexation Agreement (4-1-0)
• Approved $15,967.20 bid from Capital Electric for 40 LED fixtures with photo sensors (5-0-0)
• Approved 10/21/2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved 11/20/2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Town Meeting

The town meeting will begin with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a presentation and donation for the 2025 Gateway to the Cure Program. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Presentation and donation for 2025 Gateway to the Cure Program

The Thurmont Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on December 2, 2025, where the primary business was a presentation and donation check for the 'Gateway to the Cure' program. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)
• Presented $25,000 check to Hurwitz Breast Cancer Fund

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commissioners will consider a bid for a replacement wastewater department truck, discuss impact fees, and receive the 2025 Colorfest report. The meeting also includes a closed session statement and public comments.

• Bid approval for replacement of Wastewater Dept. Truck #603
• Discussion of impact fees
• 2025 Colorfest report
• Commissioners' comments and public comments

The Board of Commissioners approved a bid for a 2025 Ford F350 truck for $79,853 to replace Wastewater Department Truck #603. The board also discussed adjusting water and sewer fees and scheduled a January 2026 meeting to discuss a proposed Police Impact fee.

• Approved $79,853 bid for 2025 Ford F350 truck (5-0)
• Directed CAO to adjust water and sewer fees (5-0)
• Directed CAO to add Police Impact fee to schedule (5-0)
• Set January 2026 meeting to discuss impact fees (5-0)
• Adjourned regular meeting at 8:23 p.m. (5-0)

Special Town Meeting Well 7 - Audio Only

The Thurmont Town Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the location of a future PFAS treatment facility for Well 7. The meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2025, at 615 East Main Street. No decisions are scheduled; only discussion is on the agenda.

• Discuss location of future PFAS treatment facility for Well 7

The Board of Commissioners reached a unanimous consensus to locate the future PFAS treatment facility expansion at the rear of the existing building. The decision was made following a discussion regarding three potential location options and their respective costs and aesthetics.

• Selected expansion site for PFAS treatment facility (unanimous consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Thurmont Planning & Zoning Commission will consider comprehensive rezoning recommendations, which could affect land-use classifications town-wide. The commission will also discuss a concept plan for rebuilding the McDonald's at 200 Frederick Road and take action on a preliminary plan for JR Transport at 158 N. Carroll Street. A new vice-chair will be appointed, and the zoning inspector will present a report.

• Discussion and possible action on comprehensive rezoning recommendations
• Concept plan for McDonald's Corporation rebuild at 200 Frederick Road (C1-CP-2025-03)
• Preliminary plan action for JR Transport / Jay Swope at 158 N. Carroll Street (C1-PP-2025-02)
• Appointment of vice-chair
• Zoning inspector's report

The Planning and Zoning Commission appointed Grant Johnson as vice-chair and voted on 11 comprehensive rezoning recommendations. The commission recommended changes for properties including 210 Boundary Ave, 402 E. Main St, and 142 Water St, while denying a request for 426 N. Church St. The commission also approved a preliminary site plan for J&R Transport.

• Appointed Grant Johnson as vice-chair (5-0-0)
• Recommended zoning change for 210 Boundary Ave from R-2 to General Business (4-0-0)
• Recommended zoning change for 402 E. Main St from Institutional to MXV-2 (5-0-0)
• Denied rezoning request for 426 N. Church St from R-2 to General Business (2-3-0)
• Recommended zoning change for 142 Water St from R-2 to General Business (4-1-0)
• Removed Campbell property from consideration (5-0-0)
• Recommended zoning change for 427 N. Church St from R-2 to General Business (5-0-0)
• Recommended zoning change for 400 E. Main St from Institutional to MXV-2 (5-0-0)

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider action on Ordinance 2025-03 to allow Accessory Dwelling Units. They will also discuss and potentially approve a bid for radio control upgrades for water reservoir communications, reallocate funds for a pedestrian bridge at Community Park, and discuss a subdivision at 212 East Main Street. Other items include swearing in Planning & Zoning appointees and a Board of Appeals applicant.

• Public hearing and discussion/action on Ordinance 2025-03: Accessory Dwelling Units
• Discussion/action on 212 East Main Street subdivision easements & HOA documents
• Bid approval for radio control upgrades for water reservoir communications
• Discussion/action on reallocation of funds for Community Park pedestrian bridge
• Swearing in of Planning & Zoning Commission appointees

The Board of Commissioners approved several actions, including appointing Ethan Beard to the Board of Appeals, accepting utility easements for the 212 East Main Street subdivision, awarding a $79,231.96 contract for water reservoir communications upgrades, and reallocating $82,000 (from park impact fees and highway user revenue) for the Community Park pedestrian bridge. A public hearing on accessory dwelling units (Ordinance 2025-03) was held, but the board requested further revisions and will hold another hearing before deciding.

• Appointed Ethan Beard to Board of Appeals (5-0)
• Approved utility easements for 212 East Main Street subdivision (5-0)
• Awarded $79,231.96 to Control Systems 21 for water reservoir communications system (5-0)
• Reallocated $82,000 ($32,582 from Park Impact Fees, $49,418 from Highway User Revenue) for Community Park pedestrian bridge (5-0)
• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Held public hearing on ADU ordinance; no final decision; further revisions requested

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commission will hold its regular meeting on November 4, 2025. Business includes a bid approval for an electric transformer to support Roy Rogers EV chargers, a brief overview of the Simmers Property annexation, and discussion of potential credit card fees. The meeting also features swearing-in ceremonies for the mayor and commissioners and a new Parks & Recreation commissioner.

• Bid approval for electric transformer for Roy Rogers EV chargers
• Discussion/action on applications for Planning & Zoning Commission vacancies
• Brief overview of Simmers Property annexation status
• Discussion on credit card fees
• Proclamations for Arbor Day 2025 and Municipal Government Works Month

The Board of Commissioners approved a $13,128 bid for a reconditioned 3-phase transformer for electric vehicle chargers at the Roy Rogers restaurant. They also confirmed liaison assignments for various town commissions and approved the minutes from three previous meetings.

• Approved $13,128 transformer bid for Roy Rogers EV chargers (5-0)
• Confirmed Commissioner liaison assignments (5-0)
• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Bryant Despeaux and Randy Waesche to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Randy Cubbedge as alternate to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The commission will receive a zoning inspector report, vote on the September meeting minutes, discuss and potentially act on a 6-lot subdivision improvement plan by Leal Homes LLC at 14 Eyler Road, and hold a public hearing on a comprehensive rezoning. Public comments will also be heard.

• Approval of September 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion/action on improvement plan C1-IP-2025-01 for Leal Homes LLC 6-lot subdivision at 14 Eyler Road
• Public hearing on comprehensive rezoning
• Public comments

The Planning and Zoning Commission conditionally approved the Leal Homes subdivision improvement plan for Eyler Road. The commission also held a public hearing to discuss several comprehensive rezoning requests for various properties, though no final votes on those rezoning items were recorded.

• Approved September 25, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Conditionally approved Leal Homes Subdivision Improvement Plan C1-IP-2025-01 (4-0-0)

Town Meeting

The Town Commission will hold a public hearing on Resolution 2025-03, which proposes to annex approximately 16.6868 acres (the Simmers property) into the town corporate boundaries. Following the hearing, the commission will discuss and take action on the resolution. Other items include commissioner comments and public comments.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-03 – Simmers Annexation of 16.6868+/- acres
• Discussion and action on Resolution 2025-03 – Simmers Annexation

The Thurmont Board of Commissioners voted 4‑1‑0 to defer Resolution 2025‑03, the Simmers annexation, for 45 days to gather more information. Commissioner Burns voted against the motion. Afterward the Board unanimously (5‑0‑0) moved to adjourn the meeting.

• Postponed Resolution 2025‑03 (Simmers annexation) 45 days (vote 4‑1‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 5‑0‑0)

Special Town Meeting - Resolution 2025-03 Simmers Property Annexation

This special town meeting begins with a closed session for legal advice on the Simmers Property annexation. Following the closed session, the Town Council will hold a discussion and public comments on the proposed annexation. Also on the agenda is a bid approval for roadway resurfacing.

• Closed session to obtain legal advice on annexation
• Bid approval for roadway resurfacing (no dollar amount listed)
• Discussion and public comments on proposed Simmers Property annexation
• Resolution 2025-03 regarding the Simmers Property annexation

The board approved a $346,220.95 street resurfacing contract with Pleasants Construction, funded by Highway User Revenues, in a 5-0 vote. A planned closed session was canceled due to lack of quorum. The meeting included extensive public comment on the proposed Simmers Property Annexation but no decision was made on that matter.

• Approved $346,220.95 street resurfacing bid to Pleasants Construction (5-0)

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commission will discuss and possibly take action on the 2026 Colorfest fees and on applicants for commission vacancies. They will also approve the September 9 meeting minutes and hear a closed session statement from September 23. Commissioners' comments and public comments will follow.

• Follow up discussion/action – 2026 Colorfest fees
• Discussion/action – applicants for commission vacancies
• Approval of 9/9/2025 meeting minutes
• Closed session statement from 9/23/2025
• Public comments

The Board approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0). It adopted a motion to raise the parking fee from $4.00 to $8.00 for Colorfest 2026, keep vendor fees unchanged, and suspend resident yard‑sale fees (5-0-0). The Board also accepted Gregory Eyler to the Ethics Commission (alternate) and Kristen Michael to the Parks and Recreation Commission (5-0-0). The meeting was adjourned after a motion carried unanimously.

• Approved 9/9/2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Increased Colorfest parking fee to $8.00, kept vendor fees unchanged, suspended resident yard‑sale fees (5-0-0)
• Accepted Gregory Eyler as alternate on Ethics Commission (5-0-0)
• Accepted Kristen Michael as member of Parks & Recreation Commission (5-0-0)
• Motion to adjourn carried (5-0-0)

Nominating Convention - 2025 Election

This meeting of the Thurmont Board of Appeals is largely procedural, featuring a pledge of allegiance and a nominating convention for the 2025 election. No specific nominations or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• 2025 Town of Thurmont Nominating Convention

The Board of Commissioners held a nominating convention to select candidates for the upcoming Town election. The convention nominated John Kinnaird for Mayor and candidates for two Commissioner seats. The general election is scheduled for October 28.

• Nominated John Kinnaird for Mayor (4-0)
• Nominated Marty Burns for Commissioner (4-0)
• Nominated Ethan Beard for Commissioner (4-0)
• Nominated Wayne Hooper for Commissioner (4-0)
• Nominated Meredith Wivell for Commissioner (4-0)
• Nominated Christopher Stouter for Commissioner (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)
• Election set for October 28 at Guardian Hose Activities Bldg

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Thurmont Planning and Zoning Commission will first approve the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting. It will then receive a report from the zoning inspectors. The main agenda item is a discussion of comprehensive rezoning requests. The meeting will close with a period for public comments.

• Approval of 8/28/2025 meeting minutes
• Zoning inspectors report
• Discussion of comprehensive rezoning requests
• Public comments

The Thurmont Planning and Zoning Commission approved the August 28, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0). During the discussion on comprehensive rezoning, the commission authorized Town Planner Kelly Duty to proceed with posting properties for rezoning. A commissioner also suggested exploring a future limit on maximum house size. No public comments were received.

• Approved August 28, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Authorized town planner to post properties for comprehensive rezoning (consensus)

Town Meeting

The Board of Appeals will hold a closed session to consult with counsel, then reconvene for an open meeting. Agenda items include discussion and possible action on a TPD police officer vacancy, the American Legion parking lot, 2026 Colorfest fees, and an annexation agreement. A resolution (2025-03) to annex 304 Apples Church Road (Simmers property) will be introduced.

• Closed session to consult with counsel at 6 PM
• Discussion/action on TPD police officer vacant position
• Discussion/action on American Legion parking lot
• Discussion/action on 2026 Colorfest fees
• Introduction of Resolution 2025-03 for annexation of 304 Apples Church Road (Simmers property)

The Board of Commissioners authorized the Police Department to fill a vacant officer position. They also approved an increase in Colorfest fees with a directive to review potential savings in bus and security services. Additionally, the Board voted to use a $125,000 grant for parking near the American Legion.

• Approved 9/9/2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Authorized Chief Armstrong to fill vacant police officer position (5-0-0)
• Approved use of $125,000 grant for parking beside American Legion (3-0-2)
• Adopted 2026 Colorfest fee increases with a review proviso (3-2-0)

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Meeting on September 16, 2025, will feature the introduction of Ordinance 2025-05, which would permit accessory dwelling units. The board will also discuss and take action on filling a vacant police officer position, utility billing and mailing procedures, employee participation at MML conferences, park pavilion rental policies, and the use of PFAS mass tort settlement funds. Prior to these items, the Thurmont Little League will make a presentation.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2025-05 – Accessory Dwelling Units
• Bid approval – meeting room audio-video upgrades
• Discussion/action – TPD police officer vacant position
• Discussion/action – PFAS mass tort settlement funds
• Discussion/action – park pavilion rental policy

The Thurmont Board of Commissioners approved minutes from previous meetings, sent a letter of intent to Thurmont Little League for property dedication, awarded a $36,172 bid for audio-video upgrades, and changed the park pavilion rental policy to prohibit rentals until 11 a.m. on Saturdays during Farmers Market season. An ordinance for accessory dwelling units was introduced but not voted on. Discussion was held on police officer vacancy, utility billing, MML conferences, and PFAS settlement funds, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved August 26, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-1, Commissioner Blakeslee abstaining)
• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Sent letter of intent to Thurmont Little League for property dedication (5-0)
• Awarded $36,172 to Audio and Video Group for meeting room AV upgrades, with remaining $37,430 analyzed for additional screen (5-0)
• Changed large pavilion rental policy: not rented until 11 a.m. on Saturdays during Farmers Market season (4-1, Mayor Kinnaird opposed)

Board of Appeals Meeting

The Thurmont Board of Appeals will appoint a chair and vice chair, hear Case SE-2025-01 for Cablevision Lightpath LLC at 10 Radio Lane, and review its rules of procedure.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Case SE-2025-01 – Cablevision Lightpath LLC at 10 Radio Lane
• Review and action on Board of Appeals Rules of Procedure

The Board of Appeals denied a special exception request for a fiber optic facility at 10 Radio Lane, citing concerns about building size, drainage, and neighborhood character. The vote was 4-0.

• Appointed Kirby Delauter as Chair (3-0-1)
• Appointed Kenneth Oland as Vice Chair (3-0-1)
• Denied special exception for Lightpath LLC at 10 Radio Lane (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0)

Town Meeting Workshop

The Thurmont Town Council will hold workshops on setting fees for the 2026 Colorfest event and reviewing the town charter. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters. No decisions are expected during the workshop, but discussions may lead to future actions.

• Workshop – 2026 Colorfest Fees
• Workshop – Town of Thurmont Charter Review
• Closed Session to discuss personnel

The Board of Commissioners approved a 20% increase in 2026 Colorfest permit fees, including a $6 per car parking rate and no charge for yard sales. A closed session to discuss personnel was cancelled.

• Approved 20% increase in 2026 Colorfest permit fees
• Set $6 per car parking fee for 2026
• Waived yard sale permit fees for 2026
• Cancelled closed session to discuss personnel

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Meeting will consider adopting Ordinance 2025-04 for FY2025 end-of-year budget amendments. Commissioners will vote on a bid for 2025 Colorfest services and follow up on the Gold Star Families Memorial discussion. The meeting begins with a closed session statement from August 26, 2025, followed by public comments.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2025-04 for FY2025 end-of-year budget amendments
• Bid approval for 2025 Colorfest services
• Follow-up discussion/action on Gold Star Families Memorial
• Closed session statement from August 26, 2025
• Commissioners' comments and public comments

The Board of Commissioners approved Ordinance 2025-04, amending the FY2025 budget to record grants, impact fees, and expense transfers (5-0). They also approved contracts for Colorfest services: bus service ($27,000), trash and portable toilets ($24,950), and security ($26,640) (all 5-0). Additionally, they approved the concept of a Gold Star Families Memorial at Memorial Park, with further review by the Parks Commission and final approval of etchings (5-0).

• Approved Ordinance 2025-04 FY2025 End of Year Budget Amendments (5-0)
• Approved $27,000 bus service contract with Rills Bus Service for Colorfest (5-0)
• Approved $24,950 trash service and portable toilets bid to Key Sanitation for Colorfest (5-0)
• Approved $26,640 security services bid to May Security Services for Colorfest (5-0)
• Approved concept of Gold Star Families Memorial at Memorial Park, with further review by Parks Commission (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Commission will hold a public hearing on annexation petition AX-CP-2024-01 for the Simmers Property at 304 Apples Church Road, and may take action on a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners. They will also discuss a concept plan (C1-CP-2025-02) from Cablevision Lightpath LLC at 10 Radio Lane. Other agenda items include appointing a vice chair, approving June 2025 meeting minutes, and receiving the zoning inspector's report.

• Public hearing on annexation petition AX-CP-2024-01 (Simmers Property, 304 Apples Church Road)
• Potential recommendation to Board of Commissioners on the annexation
• Discussion of concept plan C1-CP-2025-02 for Cablevision Lightpath LLC at 10 Radio Lane
• Appointment of vice chair
• Approval of meeting minutes from 6/24/2025

The commission appointed Christopher Stouter as Vice Chair (vote 3‑0‑0). It approved the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes after correcting typographical errors (vote 2‑0‑1). The commission voted to recommend approval of the Simmer’s Property annexation at 304 Apples Church Road with R‑2 zoning and stipulations such as storm‑water improvements and a park (vote 3‑0‑0).

• Appointed Christopher Stouter as Vice Chair (3‑0‑0)
• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes after typo correction (2‑0‑1)
• Recommended approval of Simmer’s Property annexation with R‑2 zoning and stipulations (3‑0‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3‑0‑0)

Town Meeting

The town will workshop and then discuss/action a proposed electric rates increase. Also on the agenda is Ordinance 2025-04 for FY2025 end of year budget amendments, and bid approvals for underground electric wire inventory and Carroll Street Park playground improvements. The meeting includes public comments and a closed session for legal advice.

• Workshop and discussion/action on proposed electric rates increase
• Ordinance 2025-04: FY2025 end of year budget amendments
• Bid approval for replenish underground electric wire inventory
• Bid approval for Carroll Street Park playground improvements
• Closed session to consult with counsel on legal matter

The Board of Commissioners approved a consumer electric rate increase and awarded two infrastructure bids. The board also discussed budget amendments and scheduled future charter review workshops.

• Approved 14.6% increase in consumer electric rates (4-0-0)
• Awarded $20,640 bid to United Utilities for 6,000 feet of underground wire (4-0-0)
• Accepted $52,000 bid from Playground Specialist Incorporated for Carroll Street Park improvements (3-0-0)
• Approved August 5, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Entered closed session for legal advice (4-0-0)

Town Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Thurmont Town Council. The only agenda item is a closed session to consult with counsel for legal advice on an unspecified legal matter. No public business or decisions are scheduled.

• Closed session to consult with counsel for legal advice

The Town Meeting adjourned after entering a closed session to consult with legal counsel. No public actions were taken.

• Entered closed session to consult with counsel (5-0-0)
• Adjourned at 6:02 p.m.

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commission will consider adopting Ordinance 2025-03, which amends the town code regarding street widths. They will also vote on a bid for roof replacement at the Thurmont Main Street Center. Additionally, a presentation and discussion on a Gold Star Families Memorial Monument is scheduled.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2025-03 amending street width regulations in the town code
• Bid approval for replacement of roof on Thurmont Main Street Center
• Presentation and discussion/action on Gold Star Families Memorial Monument
• Recognition of Aaron Morales as Mayor James F. Black Scholarship recipient
• Approval of town meeting minutes from June 17, July 14, and July 15, 2025

The Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance 2025-03 amending street width regulations and approved a $14,250 bid to PJ's Roofing for replacing the roof at the Thurmont Main Street Center. A presentation on a Gold Star Families Memorial Monument was heard but action was reserved pending discussion with American Legion and AMVETS. The Board also recognized Aaron Morales as the Mayor James F. Black Scholarship recipient.

• Approved minutes of June 17, July 14, and July 15, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-03 amending Chapter 112 Subdivision Regulations for street widths (4-0-0)
• Approved $14,250 roof replacement bid to PJ's Roofing for the Main Street Center (4-0-0)
• Tabled action on Gold Star Families Memorial Monument for further community input

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commissioners will hear an update from the Poole Law Group on the PFAS mass tort settlement, introduce Ordinance 2025-03 to amend street width regulations, and discuss the disposal of a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria police vehicle. They will also approve the minutes from the June 17 meeting and read a closed session statement.

• Update on PFAS mass tort settlement by Bruce Poole, Poole Law Group
• Introduction of Ordinance 2025-03 – Street Width Text Amendment
• Discussion/action on disposal of TPD 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (P-9)
• Approval of June 17, 2025 Town Meeting minutes
• Closed session statement from June 17, 2025

The board tabled approval of the June 17 meeting minutes. They introduced Ordinance 2025-03 to reduce minimum street width to 32 feet, with adoption scheduled for August 5. They unanimously approved auctioning the police department's 2009 Ford Crown Victoria and placing proceeds in a special account for a future code enforcement vehicle. The town is expected to receive approximately $852,000 from the PFAS mass tort settlement by 2033.

• Tabled approval of June 17 meeting minutes
• Approved auction of 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (P-9) and creation of special account (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Thurmont Planning and Zoning Commission will reconvene for its regular meeting on June 24, 2025. Items include approval of the May 29, 2025 meeting minutes, a zoning inspector’s report, a discussion of the concept plan for 158 N. Carroll Street (C1-CP-2025-01), a discussion of an Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance, and a kickoff discussion on comprehensive rezoning. The meeting will also include a period for public comments.

• Approve minutes from the May 29 2025 Planning & Zoning meeting
• Zoning Inspector’s report
• Discuss concept plan C1‑CP‑2025‑01 for 158 N. Carroll St (JR Transport, Jay Swope)
• Discuss Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) ordinance
• Kickoff discussion on comprehensive rezoning

The Thurmont Planning & Zoning Commission voted 3-0 to forward the accessory dwelling unit (ADU) draft ordinance to the Mayor and Board of Commissioners with amendments: a minimum 10-foot side/rear setback and reducing the maximum living area from 105% to 100% of the principal dwelling. The commission also discussed a concept plan for JR Transport's office buildings at 158 N. Carroll St but took no vote, and held a kickoff discussion on comprehensive rezoning without action. The meeting began with a closed session for legal advice (3-0).

• Approved closed session for legal advice (3-0)
• Approved May 29, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved forwarding ADU ordinance to mayor/board with 10-ft setback and 100% living area limit (3-0)

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commissioners will consider two bid approvals for the wastewater department: a push-pull camera and painting of the secondary clarifier at the wastewater treatment plant. They will also discuss street widths and the July meeting schedule. The agenda includes swearing in a Board of Appeals appointee and an update on the Inspire Thurmont program.

• Bid approval – Wastewater Dept. push-pull camera
• Bid approval – Secondary clarifier painting at wastewater treatment plant
• Discussion – Street widths
• Swear in Board of Appeals appointee
• Update – Inspire Thurmont program

The Board approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes and two procurement contracts: a $13,531 push‑pull camera for the wastewater department and an $82,320 painting job for three clarifier tanks. A closed‑session was authorized to seek legal advice. The July meeting was set for July 15, 2025 and the August meeting will start at 7:30 p.m.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0‑0)
• Approved $13,531 push‑pull camera bid to Atlantic Machinery Company (4‑0‑0)
• Approved $82,320 secondary clarifier painting bid to REFF Services (4‑0‑0)
• Authorized closed session to consult counsel (5‑0‑0)
• Set July town meeting date for July 15, 2025
• Set August town meeting start time to 7:30 p.m.
• Sworn in Ed Schildt to the Board of Appeals
• Directed draft of street‑width code amendment to show 32 ft minimum

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Meeting will adopt the fiscal year 2026 budget and tax rate. It will also swear in new appointees to the Board of Appeals and recognize the AMVETS Department of Maryland Convention. Additional items include a guest speaker, annual community donations, and public comments.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2025-02 – FY 2026 budget
• Adoption of Resolution 2025-02 – FY 2026 tax rate
• Swearing in appointees to the Board of Appeals
• Proclamation – AMVETS Department of Maryland Convention
• Annual donations to local organizations (Guardian Hose Co., Thurmont Community Ambulance Service, Thurmont Food Bank, Thurmont Ministerium)

The Thurmont Board of Commissioners approved the Fiscal Year 2026 tax rate and adopted the town budget. The budget was modified to remove $230,000 from capital reserves and pause new general fund hires. Commissioners also directed a review of a $500,000 shortfall in anticipated capital revenue.

• Approved Resolution 2025-02 setting Fiscal Year 2026 real property tax rate at .2780 per $100 of assessed valuation (5-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-02 for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget with provisos (5-0-0)
• Removed $230,000 from capital reserves and paused new general fund hires pending revenue assessment (5-0-0)
• Swore in Mickey Blank to the Board of Appeals
• Approved annual donations to the Thurmont Guardian Hose Company, Thurmont Food Bank, and Thurmont Ministerium
• Proclaimed June 7, 2025 as Amvets Appreciation Day

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Thurmont Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approval of March and April meeting minutes, receive a Zoning Inspector's report, and discuss a concept plan (C1-CP-2023-01) for a 7.79-acre R-5 property at 304 Apples Church Road. They will also discuss accessory dwelling units and street widths. One concept plan item (158 N. Carroll Street) has been withdrawn to the June 26 meeting.

• Discussion of concept plan C1-CP-2023-01 for Cross & Company/Simmers at 304 Apples Church Road (7.79 acres, R-5 zoning)
• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) regulations
• Discussion of street width standards
• Concept plan for 158 N. Carroll Street withdrawn, rescheduled to June 26
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 27 and April 24, 2025

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved updated street width standards for new developments, increasing minimum widths for residential and collector streets. The meeting also included the approval of prior meeting minutes and a review of the Zoning Inspector's report.

• Approved March and April 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Approved updated street width standards (3-0-1)
• Received Zoning Inspector's report for April 25–May 29, 2025
• Discussed concept plan for 304 Apples Church Road (no vote)
• Discussed Accessory Dwelling Units (no vote)
• Set next meeting for Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commission will hold public hearings on the proposed FY26 tax rate and town budget. The commission will also consider approving bids for SCADA system installation and breakers at the Moser Road Substation, as well as a proposal for onsite engineering and project management services. Additionally, the commission will vote on the minutes from the May 6 meeting and hear comments from commissioners and the public.

• Public hearing – proposed FY26 tax rate
• Public hearing – proposed FY26 Town of Thurmont budget
• Bid approval – Moser Road Substation installation of SCADA system
• Bid approval – Moser Road Substation installation of breakers
• Approval of proposal – Moser Road Substation onsite engineering and project management services

The board held public hearings on the proposed FY26 tax rate and budget but took no action. They approved three bids for the Moser Road substation refurbishment: a SCADA system for $47,545, circuit breaker installation for $151,543, and onsite engineering for $39,800, all by 4-0 votes.

• Approved $47,545 SCADA system contract to NovaTech Automation (4-0)
• Approved $151,543 circuit breaker installation contract to Delta Utility Services (4-0)
• Approved $39,800 onsite engineering services contract to Preston Waller & Associates (4-0)
• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Board of Appeals will discuss the FY26 capital projects and budget and introduce the proposed FY26 town budget. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, appointment of Board of Appeals members, and public comments.

• Approval of 4/29/2025 town meeting minutes
• Discussion of FY26 capital projects and budget
• Introduction of proposed FY26 Town of Thurmont budget
• Discussion and appointment of Board of Appeals members

The Board of Commissioners adopted the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and appointed Mickey Blank and Ed Schildt to the Board of Appeals. The meeting also included a discussion on capital projects and public comments regarding traffic safety.

• Adopted April 29, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved FY26 Capital Projects/Budget details (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-02 for FY26 Budget (4-0)
• Appointed Mickey Blank and Ed Schildt to Board of Appeals (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:48 p.m. (4-0)

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Council will consider adopting Ordinance 2025-1 amending the current fiscal year's budget. They will also review the draft budget for fiscal year 2026. A presentation on the Miss Supra National Competition is scheduled. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a closed session statement.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2025-1 – FY25 mid-year budget amendments
• Review of draft FY2026 Town of Thurmont budget
• Presentation – Miss Supra National Competition
• Approval of 4/17/2025 town meeting minutes
• Statement on closed session from 4/29/2025

The Board approved the minutes from the April 17 meeting by a 5‑0‑0 vote. It then adopted Ordinance 2025‑01, amending the FY25 budget, also by a 5‑0‑0 vote. A motion to keep additional time for part‑time Parks and Rec personnel passed 3‑2‑0. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-01 FY25 mid-year budget amendments (5-0-0)
• Approved keeping additional time for part-time Parks and Rec personnel (3-2-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0-0)

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commissioners will hold a budget workshop for the Streets & Parks and Electric departments as part of preparing the FY2026 budget. They will also consider mid-year amendments to the current FY2025 budget. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss pending or potential litigation.

• FY2026 budget workshop for Streets & Parks Dept. and Electric Dept.
• FY2025 mid-year budget amendments
• Introduction of new CFO Suzanne Saxton
• Closed session for pending or potential litigation
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 8 & 15, 2025

The Town Board approved minutes from two prior meetings, introduced incoming CFO Suzanne Saxton, and held a budget workshop for the FY2026 Streets & Parks and Electric departments. The board voted unanimously to transfer $230,000 from the Capital Reserve — $150,000 for a dump truck and $80,000 for a pickup truck for the Streets Department, to be repaid over four years. Mid-year FY2025 budget amendments were presented but not voted on. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Approved minutes of April 8, 2025 town meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 15, 2025 town meeting (5-0)
• Approved $230,000 from Capital Reserve for Streets Dept. vehicles: $150,000 dump truck and $80,000 pickup, with four-year payback (5-0)
• Moved into closed session to consult on pending litigation (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Thurmont Planning and Zoning Commission will review minutes from February, hear the zoning inspector's report, and receive the 2024 annual report. The main discussions are on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and street width standards. Public comments will be heard.

• Approval of 2/27/2025 meeting minutes
• Zoning inspector's report
• 2024 annual report
• Discussion of accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
• Discussion of street widths

The Commission approved the 2024 Annual Report with amendments and the minutes from February 27, 2025. Discussions were held regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and street widths, but no final decisions were made on these items.

• Approved February 27, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved 2024 Annual Report with amendments regarding the Revitalization Workshop and Simmers property annexation (5-0-0)

Town Meeting - Special Meeting

The Thurmont Town Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a workshop on the FY2026 General Fund budget. The workshop will cover public safety, planning and zoning, economic development, and administration. No specific dollar amounts or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Closed session statement from April 15, 2025 to be read
• FY2026 budget workshop: Public Safety
• FY2026 budget workshop: Planning & Zoning
• FY2026 budget workshop: Economic Development
• FY2026 budget workshop: Administration

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop on the FY2026 General Fund budget, reviewing Administration, Planning & Zoning, Economic Development, and Public Safety. No formal vote was taken on the budget, but the board reached a consensus to phase out commission stipends for Planning & Zoning and Board of Appeals at the end of current terms, reduce iPads for the Planning & Zoning Commission to one for the chair, and not fund a traffic study for Emmitsburg Road and Eyler Road. Public Safety discussions noted any vacant positions would require board approval to fill, and Chief Armstrong requested one new patrol vehicle. The meeting adjourned on a 5-0 vote.

• Consensus to phase out Planning & Zoning and Board of Appeals stipends at end of current terms
• Consensus to reduce Planning & Zoning Commission iPads to one for chairperson
• Consensus not to fund a traffic study for Emmitsburg Road and Eyler Road
• Motion to adjourn approved 5-0

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Council will meet on April 15, 2025 at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes approval of recent meeting minutes, presentation of FY2025 financial audit reports, appointment of the chief financial officer, a FY2026 budget workshop, and bid approvals for the community park tennis court and the North Center Street main tie‑in. A closed‑session discussion on personnel and a memorandum of understanding with American Legion Post 168 regarding a parking lot will also be considered.

• Approval of meeting minutes for 3/4/2025, 3/13/2025, 3/18/2025 & 4/1/2025
• FY2025 financial audit reports – regular audit and single audit
• Resolution 2025-01 – appointment of chief financial officer
• Bid approval – completion of community park tennis court
• Bid approval – North Center Street main tie‑in – additional funding

The Board of Commissioners appointed Suzanne Saxton as Chief Financial Officer and approved bids for tennis court repairs and water infrastructure. The board also authorized the Mayor to review a parking lot memorandum of understanding with American Legion Post 168.

• Appointed Suzanne Saxton as Chief Financial Officer (3-2-0)
• Approved $135,684.11 bid to RFP, Inc. for community park tennis court asphalt, fence, and site work (5-0-0)
• Approved $44,700 bid to ATC Corporation for tennis court acrylic sealer, paint, and nets (5-0-0)
• Approved $57,373.08 bid to S-Works Construction Corporation for water infrastructure tie-in and fire hydrant replacement (5-0-0)
• Authorized Mayor to coordinate legal review and sign MOU with American Legion Post 168 regarding parking lot (5-0-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from 3/4/2025, 3/18/2025, and 4/1/2025 (5-0-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from 3/13/2025 (4-0-1)

Town Meeting

The meeting begins with a closed session for personnel at 6:00 PM, then reconvenes at 7:00 PM for public business. Agenda includes a presentation on the 'Switch Together' solar program and a FY2026 budget workshop for the Water and Wastewater departments. There will also be commissioners' comments, public comments, and a second closed session for personnel and legal advice.

• Closed session to discuss personnel (6:00 PM)
• Presentation on 'Switch Together' solar program by Shannon Moore, Frederick County
• FY2026 budget workshop: Water Department
• FY2026 budget workshop: Wastewater Department
• Closed session to discuss personnel and consult with counsel

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop to review draft FY2026 budget worksheets for the Water and Wastewater departments. The meeting included a presentation on the 'Switch Together' solar program and concluded with two closed sessions to discuss personnel and legal counsel.

• Entered closed session to discuss personnel (5-0)
• Entered closed session to consult with counsel (5-0)
• Reviewed Water Fund FY26 Budget Worksheet draft
• Reviewed Water Fund Capital Improvements sheet
• Reviewed Wastewater Fund FY26 Budget Worksheet draft
• Reviewed Wastewater Fund Capital Improvements sheet

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Council will vote on a bid for solid waste and bulk trash collection contract T-25-1. They will also issue a proclamation for Child Abuse Awareness Month and appoint Joan Freeze to the Parks & Recreation Commission. The meeting includes commissioner and public comments, and will close with a personnel discussion.

• Bid approval for Contract T-25-1, collection of solid waste and bulk trash
• Proclamation recognizing Child Abuse Awareness Month
• Appointment and swearing in of Joan Freeze to Parks & Recreation Commission
• Closed session to discuss personnel matters

The Board awarded a two-year contract for solid waste and bulk trash collection to Ecology Services Refuse & Recycling, LLC for $331,898 (5-0). Joanie Freeze was appointed to the Parks & Recreation Commission (5-0). A motion to suspend an annexation pending litigation was denied (1-4-0). A closed session to discuss personnel was approved (5-0).

• Approved two-year solid waste collection contract with Ecology Services Refuse & Recycling, LLC for $331,898 (5-0)
• Appointed Joanie Freeze to the Parks & Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Denied motion to suspend annexation of Mr. Cross's property pending litigation (1-4-0)
• Approved closed session to discuss personnel (5-0)
• Read proclamation declaring April 2025 as Child Abuse Prevention Month

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Thurmont Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss an annexation petition for the Simmers Property at 304 Apples Church Road. The commission will also consider a preliminary plan for the Mountain Gate Business Park access road. The agenda includes a zoning inspector's report and public comments.

• Annexation petition AX-CP-2024-01 for Simmers Property (304 Apples Church Road) by Cross & Company, LLC
• Public hearing on the annexation petition
• Discussion/action on preliminary plan C1-PP-2025-01 for Mountain Gate Business Park access road east of Goodwill
• Revision to plan for Thurmont Business Park Access Road
• Zoning inspector's report

The Commission granted conditional approval for the Mountain Gate Business Park access road. The Simmers property annexation petition was discussed but will be revisited at the May meeting following a potential traffic impact study.

• Approved conditional preliminary site plan for Mountain Gate Business Park (5-0)
• Tabled further action on Simmers property annexation until May meeting

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Meeting on March 18, 2025, will include approval of prior minutes, recognition of Catoctin Mountain Orchard owner Bob Black, a presentation on National Agriculture Week, a report from the Thurmont Addiction Commission, and a discussion/action item on the electric rate filing. Commissioners and the public will also have time for comments.

• Recognition – Bob Black, Catoctin Mountain Orchard
• Presentation – National Agriculture Week
• Report from Thurmont Addiction Commission – Ed Schildt
• Discussion / Action – Electric Rate Filing

The Board approved the February 18 and February 25 meeting minutes unanimously. A proclamation recognized Bob Black of Catoctin Mountain Orchard. Commissioners voted 5‑0‑0 to authorize a $710,000 request to the Maryland Public Service Commission for the upcoming electric rate increase. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Recognized Bob Black, Catoctin Mountain Orchard (no vote recorded)
• Authorized $710,000 electric rate increase filing to PSC (5-0-0)
• Motion to adjourn carried (5-0-0)

Town Meeting - Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Thurmont Board of Appeals. The agenda contains only a pledge of allegiance and a closed session to discuss personnel matters. No public decisions or hearings are scheduled.

• Closed session for personnel discussion

The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to enter a closed session for personnel matters. Commissioner Burns moved, Commissioner Hooper seconded, and the motion carried with a 5-0-0 vote. No other actions were taken before adjournment.

• Closed session on personnel discussion approved (5-0-0)

Town Meeting - AUDIO ONLY

The Thurmont Town Meeting on March 4, 2025 included a pledge of allegiance, discussion of a proposed food‑truck ordinance and an electric rate filing, and public comments. No votes were taken on the food‑truck or electric‑rate items. The only formal motion was to adjourn, which carried unanimously (5‑0‑0). All other items will be revisited at future meetings.

• Motion to adjourn carried (5‑0‑0)
• Food‑truck operations draft postponed for future discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Thurmont Planning and Zoning Commission will approve minutes from January 23, receive a zoning inspector's report, and review its rules of procedure. The applicant has withdrawn the preliminary plan for the Mountain Gate Business Park access road. The commission will discuss accessory dwelling units, set goals, and discuss downtown revitalization.

• Applicant withdraws preliminary plan C1-PP-2025-01 for Mountain Gate Business Park access road east of Goodwill
• Discussion on accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
• Discussion on downtown revitalization
• Review of rules of procedure
• Zoning inspector's report

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved amended rules of procedure and a text amendment to Chapter 24. The changes require staff to identify the sender of written correspondence read into the record. The meeting also included a discussion on accessory dwelling units and downtown revitalization.

• Approved January 23, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved amended Rules of Procedure (5-0-0)
• Approved amended Chapter 24 (5-0-0)
• Pulled Mountain Gate Business Park preliminary plan from agenda
• Commission will edit Accessory Dwelling Units draft for future review
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commission will discuss and potentially vote on an electric rate filing. The agenda also includes a closed session statement, a Cub Scout proclamation, and commissioner and public comments.

• Discussion and action on electric rate filing
• Closed session statement from February 18, 2025
• Cub Scout Proclamation for 70th anniversary
• Commissioners' comments and public comments

The Board of Commissioners discussed a proposed $710,000 electric base rate increase and a mandated capacity charge spike from PJM, but took no vote. The matter was continued to the March 4 meeting. The board also read a proclamation recognizing Cub Scout Pack 270's 70th anniversary. The only vote was to adjourn.

• Proclamation for Cub Scout Pack 270's 70th anniversary read (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0 vote)

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commission will hold a workshop and then take action on a proposed electric rate filing. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Thurmont Regional Library on its year in review, and a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Workshop and discussion/action on proposed electric rate filing
• Presentation from Thurmont Regional Library branch administrator Betsey Brannen on the library's year in review
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 21 and February 4, 2025
• Closed session to discuss personnel

The Board of Commissioners approved the minutes from the January 21 and February 4 meetings and scheduled a special meeting for next Tuesday, February 25, to continue the discussion on the proposed electric rate filing.

• Approved January 21, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved February 4, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Scheduled special meeting for February 25, 2025 (5-0-0)

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commission will receive an update on PFAS mitigation efforts, discuss potential changes to street width standards, and assign commission liaisons for 2025. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Update on PFAS mitigation
• Discussion – street widths
• Assignment of 2025 commission liaisons
• Approval of January 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Remembrances of Ed Hobbs and Jack Umbel

The meeting was largely procedural and informational. The approval of the January 21, 2025 meeting minutes was tabled due to absent commissioners. No votes were taken on the PFAS mitigation update or the street width discussion, which was referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Liaison assignments were discussed but not finalized.

• Approval of Jan 21 minutes tabled (no vote)
• Street width discussion referred to Planning & Zoning Commission (no vote)
• Liaison assignments deferred pending Commissioner Burns' interest (no vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Thurmont Planning & Zoning Commission will appoint a chair and vice chair, approve minutes from October and November 2024 meetings, and hear the zoning inspector's report. It will review its 2024 Rules of Procedure. The commission will consider an annexation petition for the Simmers Property at 304 Apples Church Road and discuss accessory dwelling units.

• Appointment of chair and vice chair
• Approval of 10/24/2024 and 11/21/2024 meeting minutes
• Zoning inspector's report
• Annexation petition (AX-CP-2024-01) for 304 Apples Church Road, Cross & Company, LLC
• Discussion of accessory dwelling units (ADUs)

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from October and November 2024, and re-elected Meredith Wivell as Chair and Greg Goodhart as Vice Chair, both by a 4-0-1 vote. An annexation petition for 304 Apples Church Road was introduced but no action taken; further discussion is scheduled for March 27. The commission also discussed revisions to the Rules of Procedure, with a revised version to be presented for a vote at a future meeting.

• Re-elected Chair Meredith Wivell (4-0-1)
• Re-elected Vice Chair Greg Goodhart (4-0-1)
• Approved minutes of 10/24/2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 11/21/2024 as amended (5-0)
• Directed staff to revise Rules of Procedure and return for a vote next month

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commission will discuss and take action on a memorial bench and tree program, U.S. flags policy, and a snow emergency plan. They will also consider a bid approval for a concrete slab at the Electric Department Garage. The meeting includes approval of January 7 meeting minutes, commissioners' comments, public comments, and a closed session on personnel.

• Bid approval for concrete slab for Electric Department Garage
• Discussion/action on Memorial Bench and Tree Program
• Discussion/action on U.S. Flags
• Discussion/action on Snow Emergency Plan for Thurmont
• Closed session to discuss personnel

The Board approved a $15,650 bid for a concrete slab and footers for a new electric department garage, approved the amended Memorial Bench and Tree Program, and approved a letter soliciting donations for U.S. flags. A discussion on a snow emergency plan was tabled to a future meeting.

• Approved January 7, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved amended Memorial Bench and Tree Program (3-0)
• Approved letter to residents requesting donations for U.S. flags (3-0)
• Awarded $15,650 contract to Eric Moore General Contracting for concrete slab and footers for electric department garage (3-0)
• Tabled snow emergency plan discussion to February meeting

Town Meeting

The Thurmont Town Commission will consider reallocation of ARPA funding, vote on bids for LED street lights and directional boring for underground electric service, and discuss a pedestrian bridge at Community Park. They will also discuss a possible Charter Review Committee. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Reallocation of ARPA funding
• Bid approval for LED street lights
• Bid approval for directional boring for underground electric service
• Discussion of Community Park pedestrian bridge
• Discussion of Charter Review Committee

The Board of Commissioners awarded a contract for a pedestrian bridge over Hunting Creek at Community Park to Kinsley Construction for $462,352.50, with a $23,167 shortfall funded by a bequest from former Mayor Donald Lewis, on a 3-1 vote. Other actions included awarding LED street light replacement (4-0), directional boring for underground electric (4-0), and reallocating ARPA funds for water infrastructure (4-0). The previous meeting minutes were approved with one abstention.

• Approved $462,352.50 pedestrian bridge contract to Kinsley Construction with $23,167 shortfall funded from Donald Lewis bequest (3-1)
• Approved $48,564 LED street light replacement in Pleasant Acres and Bennett Estates to Catoctin Lighting, with proviso to use up to $67,100 grant (4-0)
• Approved $14,625 directional boring contract to Primary Installations for underground electric conduit (4-0)
• Reallocated $11,700 in remaining ARPA funds from MS4 project to North Center Street water main replacement (4-0)
• Approved December 12, 2024 meeting minutes as delivered (3-0-1, Burns abstaining)