Poolesville public meetings in 2025

Fair Access

The committee is meeting to discuss transportation, local signage, and outreach efforts. The body has set dates for two upcoming political debates. Other items include updates on listening sessions and coordination with county officials.

• County Executive Debate scheduled for March 23rd, 6:30 to 8:00 PM
• At Large Debate scheduled for April 27th, 6:30 to 8:00 PM
• Discussion on Rosenwald School Sign coverage
• Public transportation conversation with Ruben Rosario (DOT)
• Farmer Appreciation Testimony and Plaque location planning

Planning Commission

The commission will review a variance request (008‑25) to allow a shed larger than the development standards permit. It will receive a staff update on water capacity and consider an applicant’s request for a second extension of the Bricken Property preliminary plan. The agenda also includes discussion of the Cultural Arts District and routine items such as approval of September 17 meeting minutes.

• Recommendation on Variance 008‑25 to construct a shed with greater floor area
• Staff update on water capacity
• Applicant request for second extension of Bricken Property preliminary plan
• Discussion of the Cultural Arts District
• Approval of September 17 meeting minutes

Town Commissioners

The Town Commissioners of Poolesville will meet to discuss new business regarding water system infrastructure. The agenda includes items related to PFAS enclosures for specific wells and a waterline replacement project.

• Well #2 & #3 PFAS Enclosures
• Westerly Waterline Replacement

The Commissioners approved the November 17, 2025 minutes by a 5‑0 vote. They authorized a $443,480 contract for Wellhouse #2 PFAS building and a $354,025 contract for Wellhouse #3 PFAS building, both to HBW Construction, each passed 5‑0. They also approved a unit‑price contract for the Westerly Waterline Replacement up to $6,741,221 to Ross Contracting Inc., also 5‑0.

• Approved November 17, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Awarded $443,480 contract for Wellhouse #2 PFAS building to HBW Construction (5-0)
• Awarded $354,025 contract for Wellhouse #3 PFAS building to HBW Construction (5-0)
• Awarded Westerly Waterline Replacement contract up to $6,741,221 to Ross Contracting Inc. (5-0)

Parks Board

The Parks Board will approve the November 5th meeting minutes. It will consider the Eagle Scout Mural Project as new business and review the Farmer Recognition Sign on Whalen Commons as old business. A follow‑up discussion on a potential bicycle pump track and traffic updates will also be presented. Reports from the Superintendent of Parks and Streets and the Town Commissioner liaison are scheduled before adjournment.

• Approve November 5th meeting minutes
• Eagle Scout Mural Project
• Farmer Recognition Sign on Whalen Commons
• Follow‑up discussion of potential bicycle pump track
• Traffic updates

Sustainable Poolesville

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee will convene to approve minutes from the October 29 meeting and discuss ongoing projects including Zero Waste and Composting. The meeting will also include a public comment session.

• Approval of October 29, 2025 meeting minutes
• Project Updates: Pick It Up Poolesville
• Project Updates: Zero Waste
• Project Updates: Composting
• Public comments session

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 29 meeting. It approved a plan to use the town website’s polling feature to measure resident interest in a compost co‑op before taking it to the Town commissioners. The committee also approved continuing to obtain cleanup bags from its existing network rather than soliciting community donations.

• Approved October 29 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Compost Co‑op Initiative: use town website poll to gauge resident interest
• Approved to obtain litter‑cleanup bags from existing network, not community donations

Town Commissioners

The Poolesville Town Commission will interview candidates for the Town Attorney position and discuss several community projects. Items include a discussion of the PHS turf field, a recommendation to prohibit parking on Hughes Road, and a proposed amendment to the town flag budget. The meeting also includes the Town Manager's report and approval of the November 3 minutes.

• Interview for the Town Attorney position (per State Gov. Article 3-305(b)1(i))
• PHS Turf Field discussion (referencing TURF FIELD LETTER.PDF)
• Hughes Road "No Parking" recommendation (referencing HUGHES RD PARKING.PDF)
• New Flag Budget Amendment
• Town Manager's Report

The Commissioners unanimously appointed Kevin Best as the Town’s Attorney. They also approved a letter supporting the proposed PHS turf field, a no‑parking zone on Hughes Road, and a $10,000 budget line for a new flag sign, each by a 5‑0 vote. The November 3, 2025 minutes were approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Appointed Kevin Best as Town Attorney (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for PHS turf field (5-0)
• Approved Hughes Road no‑parking zone recommendation (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 flag budget amendment from Unrestricted Reserves (5-0)
• Approved November 3, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Fair Access

The Fair Access Committee will receive updates on the Baltimore Banner listening session, contacts with Parks and Facilities Planning staff, and outreach related to an inequities letter. The committee will discuss public transportation issues, a farmer appreciation testimony and plaque, and video short updates. It will also schedule upcoming debates with county executive, at‑large, and congressional candidates and plan a holiday event on December 7.

• Baltimore Banner Listening Session
• Contacts with Gabe Albornoz (Parks) and Greg Ossont (Facilities Planning)
• Farmer Appreciation Testimony and Plaque
• Debate scheduling for county executive, at‑large and congressional candidates (April timing, primary June 23)
• Holiday Event – December 7, 5 PM–8 PM

The committee received updates on the pool bubble project, the new recreation department head, and community‑center land lease. Members discussed outreach for a farmer’s plaque and potential art collaborations. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Parks Board

The Parks Board will consider a proposal for a new bicycle pump track. It will also review a farmer recognition sign for Whalen Commons and discuss traffic safety measures, including a traffic order for Hughes Rd and flashing stop signs at Fisher and Elgin. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of September 10th minutes and reports from the Superintendent and Town Commissioner liaison.

• Discussion of a potential bicycle pump track
• Consideration of a farmer recognition sign on Whalen Commons
• Discussion and possible recommendation on a traffic order for Hughes Rd
• Discussion of flashing stop signs at the intersection of Fisher and Elgin
• Approval of September 10th meeting minutes

The Poolesville Parks Board approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes with an 8-0-0 vote. The board then adjourned the October 8, 2025 meeting by an 8-0-0 vote. No formal decisions were made on the proposed Hughes Road traffic order or the streetscape project; those items were discussed only.

• Approved September 10th 2025 meeting minutes (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Town Commissioners

The Town Commissioners will meet to review new business regarding a Verizon cell tower lease. The agenda also includes reports from the Planning Commission and the Fair Access and Sustainable Poolesville committee.

• Verizon Cell Tower Lease
• Flag Design Committee
• Approval of October 6, 2025 minutes

The board approved the October 6, 2025 minutes with a 5‑0 vote. They appointed seven members to the Flag Design Committee, also by a 5‑0 vote. Staff was directed to decline a Verizon cell‑tower lease reduction request. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 6, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Dorthy Ballmann, Judy McKenney, Sarah Lamanna, Thomas Kettler, Valarie Dickerson, Annette Howard, and Erin Gang to Flag Design Committee (5-0)
• Tasked staff to decline Verizon cell‑tower lease reduction request (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn carried 5-0

Sustainable Poolesville

The committee is meeting to review project updates and old business. Discussion items include the Pick It Up Poolesville, Zero Waste, and Composting initiatives.

• Review of Shredding Event held October 11
• Discussion of Poolesville Day
• Update on Pick It Up Poolesville project
• Update on Zero Waste project
• Update on Composting project

The September meeting minutes were approved. The committee moved upcoming meetings to the third Wednesday of the month (Nov 19 and Dec 17). It agreed to hold the shredding and battery collection event twice a year, in spring and fall. The Helpsy textile‑recycling program was placed on hold while the local thrift shop’s efforts are promoted.

• Approved September meeting minutes
• Adjusted meeting schedule to third Wednesday of the month (Nov 19, Dec 17)
• Agreed to make the shredding and battery collection event biannual (spring and fall)
• Decided to pause the Helpsy textile‑recycling program and promote the thrift shop’s services

Parks Board

The Parks Board will discuss a possible recommendation for a traffic order on Hughes Road. The board will also approve the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes and receive reports from the Superintendent of Parks and Streets and the Town Commissioner liaison. The meeting includes citizen comments on agenda items and announcements about the next board meeting.

• Possible recommendation for a traffic order for Hughes Rd
• Approval of September 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The Parks Board approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes with an 8‑0‑0 vote. The board then voted 8‑0‑0 to adjourn the meeting at 7:57 pm. No other formal actions were taken; discussions on Hughes Road parking and other projects were informational.

• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (8-0-0)

Town Commissioners

The Poolesville Town Commission meeting will review and vote on the Fox Hunt Preserve bond release. Commissioners will also approve the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting, discuss a new town flag design, and consider appointments to boards and committees. Additional reports from commissioners and the Town Manager will be presented.

• Fox Hunt Preserve Bond Release
• Poolesville Flag Design
• Appointments to Boards and Committees
• Approval of September 8, 2025 minutes
• Commissioner announcements and committee reports

The board approved the September 6, 2025 minutes by a 5‑0 vote. They reappointed members to the Fair Access and Sustainable Poolesville committees, also by 5‑0 votes. The commissioners voted 5‑0 to release a sanitary sewer bond of $26,425 and a water service bond of $20,690.75. Staff was directed to start a small committee to redesign the town flag.

• Approved September 6, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Reappointed Link Hoewing and Nancy Kidd to Fair Access Committee (5-0)
• Reappointed Don Street and Jane Harris to Sustainable Poolesville Committee (5-0)
• Released sanitary sewer bond 4934 for $26,425 (5-0)
• Released water service bond 4935 for $20,690.75 (5-0)
• Directed staff to initiate flag redesign committee (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Sustainable Poolesville

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee will meet to review project updates and old business. The agenda includes discussions on waste reduction and composting initiatives.

• Shredding Event scheduled for October 11, 8am-12pm
• Pick It Up Poolesville project update
• Zero Waste project update
• Composting project update

The committee approved the August 24, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. They changed the next meeting date to October 29, 2025. They scheduled a shredding and electronics collection event for October 11, 2025 in the parking lot opposite the Ferry Crossing sales trailer. No new business was taken up.

• Approved August 24 minutes (unanimous)
• Changed next meeting date to Oct 29, 2025
• Scheduled shredding and electronics collection event for Oct 11, 2025

Planning Commission

The Poolesville Planning Commission will meet to approve the June 11 meeting minutes. Commissioners will hear citizen comments on agenda items. A discussion of the Cultural Arts District is scheduled. The meeting will conclude with standard announcements and adjournment.

• Approval of June 11 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Cultural Arts District
• Citizen comments on agenda items
• Announcements
• Adjournment

The commission approved the June 11 Planning Commission meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. It asked staff to draft legislation to officially declare the Cultural Arts District and include the provisions already discussed. No new business was taken. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved June 11 minutes (5-0)
• Requested staff draft Cultural Arts District legislation
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Fair Access

The Fair Access Committee will adopt the minutes from its August meeting. It will review a draft letter to the County Executive concerning the town’s budget. The committee will discuss a possible muster email from local citizens and plan for upcoming events such as a September 15 listening session on the operating budget, a Poolesville Day breakfast, and a continuing inequalities panel.

• Adopt minutes for August meeting
• August letter to County Executive about budget
• Possible muster email from local citizens
• September 15 listening session on the operating budget – Black Rock Center
• Poolesville Day breakfast

The Fair Access Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the July meeting. The committee discussed transportation challenges and a possible dedicated funding approach for rural road maintenance, but no formal action was taken. They confirmed that setup for the Poolesville Day breakfast will begin on September 19 at 5 p.m., with the breakfast scheduled for September 20 at 7:45 a.m. Volunteers were assigned to booth shifts, with Nancy Kidd taking the first shift.

• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks Board

The Parks Board will discuss the Eagle Scout Project, two speed studies on Collier Circle and Spates Hill Road, and receive reports from the Superintendent of Parks and Streets and the Town Commissioner liaison. No decisions are indicated; the agenda is tentative and may change.

• Eagle Scout Project
• Speed Study on Collier Cir
• Speed Study on Spates Hill Rd
• Superintendent of Parks and Streets Report
• Town Commissioner Liaison Report

The Parks Board voted unanimously to move forward with the Eagle Scout bluebird box project, approving the installation of 20 boxes at Spates Hill. The board also approved the minutes from the August 6 and July 9 meetings. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Eagle Scout bluebird box project (4-0-0)
• Approved August 6th meeting minutes (3-0-1)
• Approved July 9th meeting minutes (3-0-1)

Town Commissioners

The Poolesville Town Commissioners will hold a meeting to review the annual fireworks report presented by Scott Graham of the Upper Montgomery Volunteer Fire Department, receive committee reports from commissioners, and discuss the town manager's report. The agenda includes procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• Fireworks Annual Report by Scott Graham - UMVFD
• Commissioner reports from Jim Brown, Bryan Bupp (Planning Commission), Ed Reed (Fair Access and Sustainable Poolesville), Sarah Paksima (Fair Access), and Alan Hobbs (Parks, Recreation and Streets)
• Approval of Minutes from August 18, 2025

The Commissioners voted 5-0 to approve the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes. They then voted 5-0 to adjourn the September 8, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 18, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Sustainable Poolesville

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee will hold a meeting to review project updates and approve minutes from a previous session. The agenda includes discussions on Zero Waste initiatives, the Helpsy-Thrift Shop, and the Community Composting Exchange. Residents may provide public comments during the session.

• Approval of May 28, 2025 minutes
• Project Updates: Pick It Up Poolesville
• Project Updates: Zero Waste
• Project Updates: Helpsy-Thrift Shop
• Project Updates: Community Composting Exchange

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting. It set the next meeting for September 24, 2025. The town confirmed it will hold a community shredding event in October. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved minutes from May 28, 2025
• Scheduled next meeting for September 24, 2025
• Confirmed community shredding event in October

Town Commissioners

The Town Commissioners will discuss the FY2025 budget close-out and a grant request from Poolesville Cats INC. The body will also consider an appointment to the Sustainable Poolesville Committee.

• FY2025 Budget Close-Out
• Poolesville Cats INC. Grant Request
• Appointment to the Sustainable Poolesville Committee
• Closed session to discuss a personnel matter

The commission approved a $2,500 grant to Poolesville Cats Inc. They appointed Ingaborg Petterson to the Sustainable Poolesville Committee. They amended the FY2025 budget by moving $100,000 from unrestricted reserves to account 3150 for the lagoon project and then adopted the budget close‑out as presented and amended. In closed session, staff were tasked with advertising a request for proposals for the Town Attorney position.

• Approved $2,500 grant to Poolesville Cats Inc (5-0)
• Appointed Ingaborg Petterson to Sustainable Poolesville Committee (5-0)
• Amended FY2025 Budget to allocate $100,000 to lagoon project (5-0)
• Adopted FY2025 Budget Close‑Out as presented and amended (5-0)
• Tasked staff to advertise RFP for Town Attorney position (closed session action)

Fair Access

The Fair Access Committee will meet to adopt minutes from the July meeting and receive updates from advisory commissions. The agenda includes discussions on proposed events like Farmers Appreciation Day and Poolesville Day Breakfast, as well as a letter to the County Executive about the budget. A panel on continuing inequities will also be addressed.

• Adopt minutes for July meeting
• Proposed Farmers Appreciation Day
• August letter to County Executive about budget
• Poolesville Day Breakfast
• Continuing Inequities Panel

The committee voted unanimously to approve the July meeting minutes. Members discussed the lack of applicants for the Upper County Advisory Board, noting that Derek Longbrake submitted an application. Plans for the Poolesville Day breakfast, including a panel on inequities, a farmer appreciation ceremony, and a Champion of the Western County award, were outlined for September 19‑20. Nancy Kidd volunteered for the first Fair Access booth shift on the day of the event.

• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks Board

Board members toured the Halmos, Elgin, and Perkins parks. Staff presented recent improvements, future project plans, and answered questions. No actions or votes were taken at this meeting.

Fair Access

The committee is meeting to review the UCAB advisory update and plan a Farmers Appreciation Day. Members will also discuss a budget letter addressed to the County Executive for August.

• Proposed Farmers Appreciation Day
• August budget letter to County Executive
• Poolesville Day Breakfast planning
• Continuing Inequities Panel discussion

The Fair Access Committee approved the June meeting minutes. Members discussed inviting the Izaak Walton League, Montgomery Farm Bureau, and other farm contacts for the upcoming Poolesville Day breakfast. The committee will draft a priority letter for August to county agencies and the council.

• Approved June minutes

Parks Board

The Poolesville Parks Board will meet to discuss a request from the Environmental Tree Planting Club. The meeting also includes reports from the Superintendent of Parks and Streets and the Town Commissioner Liaison.

• Request for Environmental Tree Planting Club

The Board voted 6-0-0 to approve the July 9, 2025 minutes. A motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously (6-0-0). No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved July 9 minutes (6-0-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (6-0-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Poolesville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for the Grace Cottages subdivision. The board will determine if the subdivision can use a single driveway entrance off Fisher Avenue for three lots.

• Variance 007-25: Request by C.E. Rensberger & Family Builders for one driveway entrance off Fisher Avenue for three lots in Grace Cottages subdivision

Town Commissioners

The Town Commissioners will meet to discuss new business including a grant request and bond reductions. The meeting includes reports from the Planning Commission and other town committees.

• Poolesville Cats INC. grant request
• Grace Cottages water and sewer bonds
• Maryland Municipal League recap

The Commissioners approved the June 2, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. They approved a 50% reduction of Bond # SU7111582‑0000 and 1582‑0000 to $109,848.00, also by a 5‑0 vote. The $2,500 grant request from Poolesville Cats Inc. was not decided; the Commissioners asked for additional financial information before making a decision. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 50% bond reduction to $109,848.00 (5-0)
• Requested additional financial information for $2,500 cat grant request (decision to defer)
• Motion to adjourn passed (5-0)

Fair Access

The Fair Access Committee is meeting to review its budget and discuss calls with Robin Riley and Greg Ossont. The body will also receive an update from the UCAB advisory commission and discuss a boundary study.

• Budget review
• Boundary study discussion
• Proposed Farmers Appreciation Day
• Poolesville Day Breakfast planning
• Continuing Inequities Panel

The committee reviewed progress on the pool bubble and community‑center projects, noted scheduled calls with the Recreation Department and Facilities Management, and discussed upcoming Poolesville Day breakfast plans. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Poolesville Planning Commission will consider a driveway access variance and a concept plan for a property on Wootton Ave. The body will also discuss a water system redundancy plan and cultural arts district renderings.

• Variance 007-25 for Grace Cottages Subdivision regarding driveway access
• Concept Plan for 19915 Wootton Ave (Kohlhoss Property)
• Water System Redundancy Plan
• Cultural Arts District renderings and parking discussion

The commission approved the May 14 meeting minutes unanimously (5-0). It voted to recommend approval of Variance 007‑25 for the Grace Cottages subdivision, also unanimously (5-0). The commission reached consensus to continue with the current recommendations of the Water System Redundancy Plan. The meeting was adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved May 14 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Variance 007‑25 for Grace Cottages subdivision to the BZA (5-0)
• Reached consensus to continue with recommendations in the Water System Redundancy Plan
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Parks Board

The Poolesville Parks Board will meet to discuss a permit application for an event at Whalen Commons. The board will also review updates regarding traffic and parking concerns.

• Whalen Commons Event Permit Application

The Parks Board voted to approve the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes. The motion was made by Gayle Partain, seconded by Mike Bupp, and passed with a 3‑0‑2 vote. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved May 7 meeting minutes (3-0-2)

Town Commissioners

The Town Commissioners will meet to discuss a sewer report regarding inflow and infiltration. The body will also consider a grant request from Poolesville Cats INC.

• Grant request from Poolesville Cats INC.
• Sewer report on inflow and infiltration by Engineer John Strong

The commissioners approved the May 19, 2025 minutes with a 5‑0 vote. The Poolesville Cats Inc. grant request was postponed because no requester was present. Engineer Strong reported sewer work needs of about $120,000 and the project will move forward without further action. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Postponed Poolesville Cats Inc. grant request (no requester present)
• Sewer rehabilitation project to move forward, no formal action required
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Sustainable Poolesville

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee will meet to discuss ongoing project updates. The agenda includes reviews of local waste and composting initiatives.

• Pick It Up Poolesville project update
• Zero Waste project update
• Helpsy-Thrift Shop project update
• Community Composting Exchange project update

The committee accepted the minutes from the April 23 meeting by unanimous vote. It scheduled the next meeting for August 27, 2025, before Poolesville Day. The meeting was then adjourned with unanimous approval.

• Accepted April 23 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for August 27, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Town Commissioners

The Town Commissioners will meet to review a development presentation. The agenda also includes reports from the Planning Commission and the Parks, Recreation and Streets board.

• Development discussion/presentation based on DEVELOPMENT FINAL.PDF
• Recognition of Doug McKenney and Patrick Trainor for service on the Parks and Streets Board

The Commissioners voted to approve the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. They then moved to adjourn the May 19, 2025 meeting, which also passed 5‑0. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 5, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will elect a vice chair and approve minutes from April 16. They will discuss the Annual Planning Report as new business and follow up on water allocation as old business.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Approval of April 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation and discussion of the Annual Planning Report (2024 PDF attached)
• Follow-up discussion on water allocation

The Planning Commission elected Commissioner Radigan as vice chair with a 4‑0‑1 vote. The commission approved the April 16 meeting minutes (3‑0‑2) and the annual planning report (5‑0). The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Elected Commissioner Radigan as vice chair (4-0-1)
• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved the annual planning report (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on six variance applications (001-25 through 006-25) from Mid-Atlantic Builders to allow a single-family home to encroach into the building restriction lines. No other business is listed on this tentative agenda.

• Public hearing on variances 001-25 to 006-25 by Mid-Atlantic Builders for building restriction line encroachment for a single-family home

Fair Access

The Fair Access Committee will hold a regular meeting to adopt prior minutes and discuss several updates. Key items include an update on high school playing fields and a review of the FY26 operating and CIP budget, along with results from a budget listening session. The committee will also consider openings on the UCAB advisory commission and plan the Poolesville Day Breakfast event.

• Update on High School Playing Fields by Ed Reed
• FY26 Operating and CIP Budget discussion
• Budget Listening Session results from Blackrock Center (May 1)
• UCAB May openings and letter supporting committee initiatives
• Draft 'Run of Show' for Poolesville Day Breakfast

The committee approved the April meeting minutes. Members reviewed the FY26 budget and discussed moving the community center and pool bubble into the FY27 budgets, outreach to recreation staff, and upcoming UCAB vacancies. No other actions were formally approved or denied.

• Approved April minutes (no vote tally recorded)

Parks Board

The Poolesville Parks Board will meet to elect a new vice chair and approve minutes from the April meeting. Old business includes a speed study on Spurrier Avenue and a follow-up on dog park relocation. The board will also hear reports from the Superintendent of Parks and Streets and the Town Commissioner Liaison.

• Election of a new vice chair
• Approval of April 9th meeting minutes
• Speed study on Spurrier Avenue (old business)
• Follow-up on dog park relocation (old business)
• Superintendent of Parks and Streets and Town Commissioner Liaison reports

The board elected Mike Bupp as Vice Chair. It approved the April 9 meeting minutes. A new parking restriction was adopted for Wootton Avenue, prohibiting parking within 25 feet of the corner. The board also decided to seek additional bids for the Commons Electrical project.

• Mike Bupp elected Vice Chair (4-0-0)
• April 9, 2025 minutes approved (3-0-3)
• New parking order for Wootton Avenue: No parking 25 ft from corner (passed)
• Board decided to seek additional bids for Commons Electrical (no vote recorded)
• Meeting adjourned (5-0-1)

Town Commissioners

The Commission will vote on Ordinance 228 to adopt the FY2026 budget and tax rate. They will also interview planning commission candidates in closed session. Other items include a water allocation request from Mid Atlantic Builders and appointments to the Parks and Streets Board.

• Ordinance 228 adopting FY2026 budget and tax rate
• Closed session to interview Planning Commission candidates
• Mid Atlantic Builders water allocation request
• Parks and Streets Board appointments
• Frank Jamison – new business item (description not provided)

The Commissioners approved the FY2026 budget and tax rate (Ordinance 228) by a 5‑0 vote. They also approved the April 21, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0) and appointed Mike Bupp and Ashley Springer to the Parks and Streets Board (5‑0), with Nicole Bocek appointed as student liaison by consensus. In a closed session, Steve Kidd was appointed to the Planning Commission (5‑0). No decision was made on the Bricken water allocation request, which was referred to the Planning Commission.

• Approved April 21, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 228 FY2026 Budget and Tax Rate (5-0)
• Appointed Mike Bupp to Parks and Streets Board (4‑year) (5-0)
• Appointed Ashley Springer to Parks and Streets Board (1‑year) (5-0)
• Appointed Student Liaison Nicole Bocek (consensus)
• Appointed Steve Kidd to Planning Commission (5-0)
• No decision on Bricken Water Allocation Request (referred to Planning Commission)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Sustainable Poolesville

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee will meet to discuss ongoing project updates. The agenda includes reviews of the Pick It Up Poolesville, Zero Waste, Helpsy-Thrift Shop, and Community Composting Exchange initiatives.

• Pick It Up Poolesville project update
• Zero Waste project update
• Helpsy-Thrift Shop project update
• Community Composting Exchange project update

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee shared announcements about upcoming Arbor Day tree planting, the Montgomery County Green Fest, and SpringFest. They provided updates on recertification progress, event sign‑up tools, zero‑waste box ideas, and composting information. No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Town Commissioners

The Poolesville Town Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 228, which sets the FY2026 budget and tax rate. New business includes a presentation and discussion of recent water capacity studies by hydrologists and a county official. The meeting also covers commissioner reports, public comment, and approval of prior minutes. This agenda is tentative and subject to change.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 228 – FY2026 Budget and Tax Rate
• Water capacity discussion with hydrologists Kathy Mihm, Pat Hammond, and Montgomery County Alliance Executive Director Caroline Taylor
• Commissioner reports from Planning Commission, Fair Access, Parks/Recreation/Streets
• Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker
• Approval of April 7, 2025 minutes

The board voted 5-0 to approve the April 7, 2025 meeting minutes. A second 5-0 vote adjourned the April 21, 2025 session. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved April 7, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on a recommendation for six variance applications (001-25 to 006-25) regarding setbacks for the Willard Property. The agenda also includes a preliminary discussion on water allocation and continued discussion on Cultural Arts District parking. Public testimony is limited to three minutes, and the agenda is tentative and subject to change.

• Recommendation on Variance Applications 001-25 to 006-25 for the Willard Property (setbacks)
• Preliminary discussion of water allocation
• Cultural Arts District parking discussion
• Approval of March 12, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved the amended March 12 minutes with a 4‑0 vote. It then recommended that the Board of Zoning Appeals approve variances for the Willard Property on lots 3 and 4, lots 37 and 38, lot 43, and lot 44, each passing 4‑0. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved amended March 12 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of variances on lots 3 and 4 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of variances on lots 37 and 38 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of variance on lot 43 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of variance on lot 44 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Fair Access

The Fair Access Committee will hear presentations from the Libraries and Aging Commissions, receive an update on high school playing fields, and discuss the operating budget. They will also hold a discussion with Marilyn Balcombe about the Pool Bubble and Community Center project. Additional items include proposed events like Farmers Appreciation Day and a continuing inequities panel.

• Presentation by Abby Clouser Radigan (Libraries Commission) and Linda Bergofsky (Aging Commission)
• Update on high school playing fields by Ed Reed
• Discussion with Marilyn Balcombe about Pool Bubble and Community Center
• Operating budget testimony on April 7 and budget listening session on May 1
• Advisory Commissions update – two openings on UCAB

The Fair Access Committee approved the March minutes. The committee heard presentations from Abbey Clouse Radigan of the Commission on Libraries and Linda Bergofsky of the Commission on Aging. Members discussed upcoming budget listening sessions and community‑center funding, but no further actions were decided.

• Approved March minutes

Parks Board

The Poolesville Parks Board will hold its regular meeting following a tour of Stevens Park. The board plans to discuss Parks Board applicants, traffic concerns, and updates on trails and sidewalks. They will also approve the minutes from the March 5th meeting and receive reports from the Superintendent and Town Commissioner Liaison.

• Tour of Stevens Park at 6:00 PM
• Discussion on Parks Board Applicants
• Traffic Concerns to be addressed
• Update on Trails Working Group
• Update on Sidewalks

The board approved the March 5th meeting minutes and a motion to create a non‑voting youth liaison position for all town boards. It recommended that Mike Bupp and Ashley Springer be appointed to the Parks Board starting May 1. Commissioners also approved the Trails group plan that the Parks Board had recommended. An Eagle Scout project for the park was approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved March 5th meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved motion to add a youth liaison non‑voting position to all boards (6-0-0)
• Recommended Mike Bupp and Ashley Springer be appointed to the Parks Board effective May 1 (6-0-0)
• Commissioners approved the Trails group plan recommended by the Parks Board (vote not recorded)
• Approved Eagle Scout project for the park (vote not recorded)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (6-0-0)

Town Commissioners

The Poolesville Town Commissioners will introduce Ordinance No. 228 for the FY2026 budget and tax rate, and set a public hearing. The meeting also includes a special guest presentation from Montgomery County Police Commander Satinsky, committee reports, and approval of the March 17, 2025 minutes.

• Ordinance No. 228 FY2026 Budget & Tax Rate Introduction and public hearing date set
• Dickerson Area Facilities Implementation Group presentation by Linda Bergofsky
• Special guest: Commander Satinsky, Montgomery County Police
• Approval of March 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Commissioner announcements and committee reports (Planning Commission, Fair Access, Parks/Recreation/Streets)

The Commissioners approved the March 17, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. They then set a public hearing for Ordinance 228, the FY2026 budget and tax rate, scheduled for April 21 at 7:00 p.m., also by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved March 17, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Set public hearing for Ordinance 228 FY2026 budget and tax rate, April 21 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold two public hearings: one to amend a special exception to allow raising livestock at 16700 Budd Road, and another for a home occupation special use at 17001 Bennett Way. No other substantive items are on the tentative agenda.

• Public hearing: Special Exception 001-25 by Julie & Joseph Kuhlman to amend Special Exception 002-14 to allow raising livestock at 16700 Budd Road.
• Public hearing: Special Exception 002-25 by Maria Hussain for a home occupation special use at 17001 Bennett Way.

Sustainable Poolesville

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee will meet to approve minutes from February and discuss new and old business. New business includes an Arbor Day event coordinated with Pepco. Old business covers the community compost exchange and project updates on Pick It Up Poolesville, Zero Waste, and Helpsy-Thrift Shop. The meeting also includes public comments and a scheduled next meeting on April 23.

• Arbor Day event by Pepco as new business
• Community compost exchange discussion
• Pick It Up Poolesville project update
• Zero Waste project update
• Helpsy-Thrift Shop project update

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee approved the minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting. The group announced a Pepco tree giveaway on April 24 and discussed ongoing projects including a community compost exchange, scheduled clean‑up events, the zero‑waste initiative, and a collaboration with Helpsy and a local thrift shop. Members also explored a youth water‑conservation tour and raised a question about city‑wide water‑softener use for future discussion.

• Approved February 26, 2025 meeting minutes

Town Commissioners

The Poolesville Town Commissioners will hear a presentation from the Montgomery County Department of Transportation regarding Partnership Road. They will also consider grant requests from Hope Garden Children's Ballet and Riverworks. Additionally, the board will discuss the Town Trails Plan and make appointments to boards and commissions.

• Montgomery County Department of Transportation presentation on Partnership Rd.
• Hope Garden Children's Ballet grant request
• Riverworks grant request
• Town Trails Plan discussion
• Appointments to boards and commissions

The Poolesville Commissioners approved the Sidewalk and Trails Plan as presented by the Trails Working Group, and re-appointed four members to town boards and commissions. They also heard grant requests from Hope Garden Ballet ($2,255) and Riverworks ($25,000), but took no action on them. The meeting was otherwise routine, including approval of prior minutes and reports from commissioners.

• Adopted Sidewalk and Trails Plan as presented by Trails Working Group (5-0)
• Re-appointed Lexie Huber to Planning Commission, Pilar Garret and Laura Eckert to Board of Zoning Appeals, Marcus Melton to Ethics Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 3, 2025 (5-0)

Fair Access

The Fair Access Committee is meeting to discuss high school playing fields with the Poolesville Booster Club. The body will also review the operating budget release schedule and upcoming listening sessions. Other topics include the Ag Center and Poolesville Day catering.

• Discussion with Poolesville Booster Club regarding high school playing fields
• Operating Budget release scheduled for March 15
• Budget Listening Session at Blackrock Center on May 1
• Proposed Farmers Appreciation Day
• Catering for Poolesville Day Breakfast

The Fair Access Committee heard a presentation on Poolesville High School playing fields, with county athletic programs head Jeff Sullivan committing to inspect them before end of March. They discussed budget advocacy for the pool bubble and community center, including testimony on April 7 and a listening session on May 1. Updates were given on agricultural events and White's Ferry advocacy. No formal decisions were made.

• Approved February minutes
• Scheduled report on high school fields inspection after Sullivan's visit
• Planned testimony on April 7 before County Council on budget
• Discussed video to support pool bubble and community center funding

Planning Commission

The Poolesville Planning Commission will consider two special exception requests: one to allow a home occupation (SE 002-25) and a recommendation on amendment SE 001-25 to permit raising livestock. They will also review entrance feature concept plans for the Willard Property at Ferry Crossing and discuss parking requirements for the Cultural Arts District. The meeting includes public testimony and approval of previous minutes.

• Special Exception 002-25 for a home occupation special use at an unspecified location
• Recommendation on Special Exception 001-25 to amend SE 002-14 for raising livestock
• Willard Property Entrance Feature concept plans for Ferry Crossing (document 24036)
• Cultural Arts District renderings and parking requirements discussion
• Approval of February 12, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of two special exceptions to the BZA: one for a home-based pediatric practice and one for raising livestock. They also approved an entrance sign for the Willard property and tabled parking requirements for the Cultural Arts District.

• Recommended BZA approval of Special Exception 002-25 for home pediatric practice with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended BZA approval of Special Exception 001-25 to amend livestock exception with conditions (5-0)
• Approved Willard Property entrance sign as per Elevation B with emblem size limit (5-0)
• Tabled Cultural Arts District parking requirements discussion
• Approved amended February 12th meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Parks Board

The Poolesville Parks Board will discuss two new business items: a proposed Eagle Scout project and a proposal to add a pavilion at Whalen Commons. The board will also receive reports from the Superintendent of Parks and Streets and the Town Commissioner Liaison. The meeting includes citizen comments and approval of February minutes.

• Proposed Eagle Scout project (details not specified in agenda)
• Proposal to add a pavilion to Whalen Commons
• Citizen comments on agenda items
• Approval of February 5, 2025 Parks Board minutes
• Superintendent of Parks and Streets report

The Poolesville Parks Board approved an Eagle Scout project to build four benches near the middle school pond and Stevens Park pollinator garden, and recommended that commissioners explore a conceptual plan for an event pavilion at Whalen Commons. Both motions passed unanimously 7-0-0. The board also approved the February minutes and discussed park maintenance and upcoming events.

• Approved Eagle Scout bench project (7-0-0)
• Recommended exploring conceptual plan for Whalen Commons pavilion (7-0-0)
• Approved February 5, 2025 minutes (7-0-0)

Town Commissioners

The Town Commissioners will meet to discuss new business regarding a trails working group and the intersection of MD107 and Partnership Road. The body will also address old business concerning a fee schedule and a no-parking zone.

• Resolution 002-25 Fee Schedule
• Resolution 003-25 No Parking Zone
• Trails Working Group
• Intersection of MD107 and Partnership Road

The Poolesville Commissioners approved two resolutions: Resolution 002-25 adopting a fee schedule and Resolution 003-25 establishing a no-parking zone, both by 5-0 votes. They also approved an amended list of electronic sign displays, including POW/MIA, Farmer's Appreciation Day, and Autism month. The trails working group presented a masterplan concept, which was placed on the next agenda for further consideration.

• Adopted Resolution 002-25 Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 003-25 No Parking Zone (5-0)
• Approved amended electronic sign display list (5-0)
• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Placed trails masterplan concept on next agenda for consideration

Sustainable Poolesville

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee holds a regular meeting to discuss ongoing sustainability initiatives. Items include a community composting exchange, the 'Pick It Up Poolesville' litter cleanup program, and zero waste boxes. No major decisions or new ordinances are on the agenda; the meeting is largely administrative and updates-oriented.

• Community composting exchange discussion
• Project updates for 'Pick It Up Poolesville' program
• Zero Waste Boxes project update
• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2025 meeting

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee approved the January 22, 2025 minutes and discussed, but did not decide on, a community composting exchange and a textile recycling partnership with Helpsy. They plan to gauge interest via Facebook and present a proposal to the Commissioners. No formal votes were taken.

• Approved minutes of January 22, 2025 meeting
• Discussed community composting exchange; decided to gauge interest via Facebook
• Discussed partnering with Helpsy for textile recycling; plan to present proposal to Commissioners

Town Commissioners

The Poolesville Town Commissioners will discuss and possibly vote on several resolutions, including new water and sewer rates (Resolution 001-25), a revised fee schedule (Resolution 002-25), and a no-parking zone (Resolution 003-25). They will also consider a grant request from Poolesville Pride and hear a town manager's report. The meeting includes approval of minutes and commissioner announcements.

• Resolution 001-25 Water-Sewer Rates (old business)
• Resolution 002-25 Fee Schedule
• Resolution 003-25 No Parking Zone
• Poolesville Pride Grant Request
• Electronic Sign Displays update

The Commissioners adopted Resolution 001-25 setting water and sewer rates, and approved the electronic sign display list as amended to include POW/MIA, Farmer's appreciation day, and Autism month. They deferred decisions on the fee schedule (Resolution 002-25) and the no parking zone on Wootton Ave (Resolution 003-25) to the next meeting. The minutes from February 3, 2025, were approved 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 001-25 water/sewer rates (5-0)
• Approved electronic sign display list as amended (5-0)
• Approved February 3, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Deferred Resolution 002-25 fee schedule to next meeting
• Deferred Resolution 003-25 no parking zone on Wootton Ave to next meeting

Fair Access

The Fair Access Committee will hear presentations and discuss partnerships with the Montgomery County Hospital Collaborative and improvements to high school playing fields. The committee will also receive brief updates on the Operating Budget and the Ride On Reimagined Final Report, time permitting. The January meeting minutes are also pending approval.

• Discussion with Montgomery County Hospital Collaborative
• Discussion about High School Playing Fields
• Update on Operating Budget
• Ride On Reimagined Final Report
• Approval of January meeting minutes

The Fair Access Committee approved the January minutes and heard a presentation from the Montgomery County Hospital Collaborative about a biennial health equity survey, agreeing to help promote it. Members reported ongoing outreach to advisory committees and community groups, and discussed future collaborations with the Up County Advisory Board and White's Ferry-related organizations. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters.

• Approved January minutes
• Agreed to help promote the Montgomery County Hospital Collaborative's health equity survey

Planning Commission

The Poolesville Planning Commission will meet to consider a special exception request to allow livestock on a property. The body will also review a water and wastewater allocation request for the Bricken property and receive a report from the Trails Working Group.

• Special Exception 001-25 to amend Special Exception 002-14 for the raising of livestock
• Water and wastewater allocation request for the Bricken property
• Report from the Trails Working Group

The Poolesville Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend that the Town adopt the Trails Working Group's recommendations as the new trails plan. They also discussed a special exception request to raise livestock at 16700 Budd Rd, asking for more details, and considered a water/wastewater allocation request for the Bricken property, deferring a decision pending the state's Management Capacity plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended adopting Trails Working Group recommendations as new trails plan (4-0)
• Approved amended January 11 Planning Commission minutes (4-0)
• Deferred decision on livestock special exception at 16700 Budd Rd pending more details
• Deferred decision on water/wastewater allocation for Bricken property pending state plan

Parks Board

The Poolesville Parks Board will consider approving the January 8 meeting minutes and discuss the FY 2026 budget as new business. Reports from the Superintendent of Parks and Streets and the Town Commissioner Liaison are also on the agenda. The agenda is tentative and subject to change.

• Approval of January 8 meeting minutes
• FY 2026 budget discussion
• Superintendent of Parks and Streets report
• Town Commissioner Liaison report

The Parks Board held a discussion-only session on the FY26 budget, with no formal votes taken on budget items. Key topics included a proposed $100,000 dog park relocation near Stephens, $25,000 for Spates Hill sidewalk repairs, and $75,000 for new sidewalks. The board also discussed a potential bouldering park relocation due to the Community Center project at Dillingham Park, but made no decisions.

• Approved January 8th meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed FY26 budget items including dog park relocation, sidewalk repairs, and bouldering park, no votes taken
• Noted new bucket truck arrival and pickleball court resurfacing plans

Town Commissioners

The Town Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Resolution 001-25 to set water and sewer rates. New business items include reviewing the FY2026 community events budget request, an employee salary survey for FY26, and a flashing crosswalk sign for Cattail Road. The meeting will also recess to closed session for personnel matters.

• Public hearing on Resolution 001-25 for water/sewer rates
• FY2026 community events budget request
• Employee salary survey for FY26
• Flashing crosswalk sign for Cattail Road
• Closed session under §3-305(b)(1) for personnel issues

The Poolesville Town Commissioners approved transferring $15,000 from unrestricted funds to purchase and install solar-powered flashing crosswalk signs on Cattail Rd to improve student safety. The motion carried 5-0. The board also approved the January 21, 2025 minutes (5-0) and held a closed session for personnel matters, with no action taken. The FY26 Events Budget and Employee Salary Survey were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved $15,000 transfer for flashing crosswalk signs on Cattail Rd (5-0)
• Approved January 21, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Held closed session for personnel issues (5-0)
• Discussed FY26 Events Budget, no action
• Discussed Employee Salary Survey, no action

Sustainable Poolesville

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee is meeting to discuss new and existing waste reduction initiatives. The agenda includes a presentation on clothing recycling and updates on local ecology and waste box projects.

• Clothing Recycling presentation by Nicole Pellagrino of Helpsy.com
• Pick It Up Poolesville
• Zero Waste Boxes
• PHS Global Ecology update from Erin Binns

The Sustainable Poolesville Committee met and heard presentations from Helpsy on clothing recycling and from the Global Ecology program at Poolesville High School. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational and procedural, with updates on ongoing projects like Pick it up Poolesville and Zero Waste Boxes.

• Approved minutes from December 18, 2024 meeting
• Heard presentation from Helpsy on clothing/shoes recycling program
• Discussed collaboration with Global Ecology program at PHS
• Discussed ongoing Pick it up Poolesville events and trash issues
• Discussed Zero Waste Boxes outreach and flyer creation
• Consensus to emphasize individual composting over outside collection

Town Commissioners

The Town Commissioners will consider Resolution 001-25 to set a public hearing on proposed water/sewer rate changes. They will also review annual reports and budget requests from the Poolesville Athletic and Social Committee (PASC), Fair Access Committee, PHS PTA for a Post Prom Grant, and the Poolesville Day Committee. The meeting includes approval of minutes and the town manager's report on water/wastewater capacity.

• Resolution 001-25 to set a public hearing on water/sewer rates
• PASC annual report and budget request
• Fair Access Committee budget request (FY 2026)
• Post Prom Grant request from PHS PTA
• Poolesville Day Committee budget request

The Poolesville Commissioners approved the January 6, 2025 minutes and set a public hearing for Resolution 001-25 on water/sewer rates for February 3, 2025. Several budget requests were presented but no decisions were made. The town manager reported completion of the skatepark project and submission of a $5 million grant for PFAS treatment.

• Approved January 6, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Set public hearing for Resolution 001-25 water/sewer rates for Feb. 3, 2025 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Poolesville Planning Commission will decide on an applicant's request for an extension of the Poolesville Crossing (Donegan Property) preliminary plan. They will also receive annual water and wastewater capacity reports and a staff update on PFAS remediation. A follow-up discussion on the Cultural Arts District is scheduled under old business.

• Applicant request for extension of Poolesville Crossing (Donegan Property) preliminary plan
• Annual Water Capacity Report for 2024
• Annual Wastewater Capacity Report for 2024
• Staff update on PFAS remediation
• Follow-up discussion on the Cultural Arts District

The Poolesville Planning Commission approved a 12-month extension for the Poolesville Crossing preliminary plan, approved the annual wastewater capacity report, and approved the December 11 meeting minutes with a typo correction. They also discussed water capacity, PFAS remediation, and parking minimums in the Cultural Arts District, with no action taken on those items.

• Approved December 11 meeting minutes with typo correction (5-0)
• Granted 12-month extension for Poolesville Crossing preliminary plan (5-0)
• Approved annual wastewater capacity report (5-0)

Fair Access

The Fair Access Committee will discuss and consider the FY25 budget proposal and annual report. They will also receive updates on the Agricultural Reserve Economic Study, D15 Western County Economic Study legislation, high school fields, and Ride On Reimagined. The meeting includes a visit from County Councilmember Kate Stewart and an update on White's Ferry.

• FY25 Fair Access Budget Proposal and Annual Report
• White's Ferry Update
• Visit from County Councilmember Kate Stewart
• D15 Western County Economic Study Legislation
• Ride On Reimagined Draft Proposal

The Fair Access Committee held a routine meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Members discussed an upcoming American Farm Trust meeting on the Ag Reserve and Thrive 2050, updates on advisory committee outreach for health-related commissions, and plans to testify on the CIP budget. No substantive actions were taken.

• Approved January minutes
• Scheduled Ag Reserve discussion at Locals on January 23
• Identified health-related commissions for advisory outreach
• Planned testimony on CIP budget on February 5

Parks Board

The Poolesville Parks Board will discuss and possibly approve improvements to Bricken Property Park and Street. Other business includes a possible traffic order for Wootton Avenue, follow-up on relocating the dog park, and updating the sidewalk priority list. The board will also hear a report from the Trails Working Group and consider minutes from prior meetings.

• Presentation and possible approval of Bricken Property Park and Street Improvements
• Possible recommendation for a traffic order for Wootton Ave
• Follow-up discussion on relocation of the dog park
• Follow-up on sidewalk priority list
• Report from the Trails Working Group

The Parks Board voted unanimously to recommend the Trails Working Group's proposal as the new town trail system, including four cover-letter recommendations. They also approved the Bricken property tot lot (except rubber mulch), the forest conservation plan, and a no-parking traffic order on Wooten Avenue. All votes were 7-0.

• Recommended adopting Trails Working Group proposal as new trail system (7-0)
• Approved Bricken tot lot with engineered wood fiber instead of rubber mulch (7-0)
• Approved Bricken forest conservation plan as approved by Planning Board (7-0)
• Recommended no-parking signs 7 AM-5 PM on Wooten Ave from Fisher Ave to Brooks Park entrance (7-0)
• Approved November 6 and March 6 meeting minutes (4-0-3)

Town Commissioners

The Town Commissioners will hold a closed session to discuss acquiring real property for public purpose. In open session, they will consider a PACC grant request and a water rate study. The meeting includes commissioner announcements, public comment, and approval of December 2, 2024 minutes.

• Closed session to consider real property acquisition for public purpose
• PACC Grant Request discussion
• Water Rate Study presentation
• Approval of December 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Commissioner announcements and committee reports

The Town Commissioners approved a grant request from the Poolesville Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC) for its annual dinner at Crossvines, not to exceed $2,000, in a 5-0 vote. They also approved the December 2, 2024 meeting minutes and adjourned to a closed session to interview Planning Commission candidates, later appointing Martin Radigan to the Planning Commission. A water rate study was presented, and staff was directed to proceed with the process for the next meeting.

• Approved PACC grant request not to exceed $2,000 (5-0)
• Approved December 2, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned to closed session to interview Planning Commission candidates (5-0)
• Appointed Martin Radigan to the Planning Commission (5-0)