Taneytown public meetings in 2025

Comp Plan Workshop

The city is reviewing the Future Land Use Map as part of its Comprehensive Plan update. This process will lead to a final draft plan following a subsequent meeting on the Growth Area Boundary.

• Review of Future Land Use Map
• Discussion of changes to land use map by CVC/ARRO Consulting
• Planning for January 20, 2026 meeting regarding Growth Area Boundary

Council Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will consider an ordinance to amend fence and wall height and permit requirements. The Council is also scheduled to adopt an amendment to the Restricted Industrial District zoning regulations.

• Ordinance 22-2025: Amendment to Fences and Walls regulations
• Ordinance 21-2025: Amendment to Restricted Industrial District
• CDM Smith 2026 Rate Schedule
• Revisions to General Specifications for Street and Stormwater Management Facilities Construction
• Discussion on parking meters

The council voted 2‑1 to approve a $2,518.56 buy‑out of leave for an injured police officer. It also approved the monthly financial report, accounts payable items, the CDM Smith 2026 rate schedule, and introduced Ordinance 22 amending fences and walls, each with unanimous votes. Other matters were noted for future discussion.

• Approved police officer leave buy‑out $2,518.56 (2‑1)
• Approved monthly financial report (3‑0)
• Approved accounts payable items (3‑0)
• Approved CDM Smith 2026 rate schedule (3‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance 22 – Amendment to Fences and Walls (3‑0)
• Approved minutes of November 19, 2025 meeting (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Council Workshop

The Taneytown City Council meeting will approve minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting, conduct the oath of office, and hear public comments. Council members will consider and adopt Ordinance 22‑2025, which amends fence and wall height and permit requirements, and Ordinance 21‑2025, which amends the Restricted Industrial District zoning. Additional items include a city manager report, department updates, and new business such as the monthly financial report and parking meter matters.

• Adopt Ordinance 22‑2025 amendment to fences and walls
• Adopt Ordinance 21‑2025 amendment to Restricted Industrial District
• Approve revisions to General Specifications for Street and Stormwater Management Facilities
• Approve Monthly Financial Report
• Discuss Parking Meters and CDM Smith 2026 Rate Schedule

The council reviewed and made no changes to the November 19 minutes. A motion to approve a $14,925.76 buy‑out of accrued leave for three employees passed 3‑1. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved $14,925.76 leave buy‑out for three employees (3-1)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)
• Reviewed November 19 minutes – no changes

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission will consider site plan approvals for several commercial projects and review two city ordinances. The body will also discuss the 2025 update to the Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan.

• Concept Site Plan Approval for 520 E Baltimore (McDonalds)
• Concept Site Plan Approval for 529 E Baltimore (Taco Bell)
• Preliminary Site Plan Approval for Garnett Ridge
• Ordinance 21 – 2025 regarding Restricted Industrial amendment
• Ordinance 22 – 2025 regarding Fences and Walls

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 27 meeting. It approved the McDonald’s concept site plan by a 4‑1 vote and the Taco Bell concept site plan unanimously. The agenda was amended to add a discussion on outdoor sales and parking, and staff were directed to consult other municipalities on parking requirements.

• Approved October 27 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to add “Discussion on Outdoor Sales and Parking Requirements”
• Approved McDonald’s concept site plan (4‑1)
• Approved Taco Bell concept site plan (unanimous)
• Directed staff to contact other Carroll County municipalities about parking for retail/outdoor sales
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Council Workshop/Meeting

The Taneytown City Council will vote on Ordinance 22‑2025, which amends the city’s fence and wall regulations, setting height limits and permit requirements. A public hearing will be held on Ordinance 21‑2025, an amendment to the Restricted Industrial District. The meeting also includes approval of a special event permit for the Alyssa Richards Memorial Car Show on October 3, 2026, and discussion of parking meter matters and the Morton Building contract for Memorial Park.

• Ordinance 22‑2025 – amendment to fences and walls regulations
• Ordinance 21‑2025 – amendment to Restricted Industrial District (public hearing)
• Special Event Permit – Alyssa Richards Memorial Car Show – October 3, 2026
• Parking meters – agenda item for discussion/decision
• Morton Building Contract – Memorial Park

The council approved the contract for the Memorial Park Expansion project, voting 4‑0. It also approved the October 8 minutes, the monthly financial report, accounts payable, and a special event permit for the Alyssa Richards Memorial Car Show, each by a 4‑0 vote. A stay of parking‑meter enforcement through January was adopted unanimously, while the ordinance to amend the Restricted Industrial District was delayed for further discussion. No public comments were received on the public hearing for the ordinance.

• Approved October 8 combined meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Approved Memorial Park Expansion contract (4‑0)
• Approved monthly financial report (4‑0)
• Approved accounts payable (4‑0)
• Approved Alyssa Richards Memorial Car Show special event permit (4‑0)
• Approved stay of parking‑meter enforcement through January (unanimous)
• Delayed Ordinance 21 – Amendment to Restricted Industrial District for further review
• Moved public hearing for Ordinance 22 – Fences and Walls to January meeting

Comp Plan Workshop

The Taneytown City Council held an open forum to receive questions and comments on the draft Comprehensive Plan. The council will have the consulting firm finalize the draft based on feedback, then submit the Municipal Growth Element to the county. A follow‑up meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2025.

• Open forum for questions and comments on the draft Comprehensive Plan
• Finalize the draft plan based on feedback
• Submit the Municipal Growth Element to the County after final changes
• Schedule next meeting for December 16, 2025

The commission completed an in‑depth review of comments on the draft comprehensive plan. All comments will be incorporated into the next draft, which will highlight changes for comparison. The next meeting was set for December 16 at 6:30 PM.

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission will review and approve minutes from the September 29 meeting, then consider concept site plan approvals for 520 E Baltimore (McDonald’s), 529 E Baltimore (Taco Bell), and an Evapco off‑site parking lot. The body will also vote on the Fall 2025 amendment to the 2023 Carroll County Water and Sewer Master Plan as it applies to Taneytown. Additional discussion will cover active projects, the 2025 Community Comprehensive Plan update, and a revised landscaping plan for the Taneytown Shopping Center expansion.

• Concept Site Plan approval – 520 E Baltimore (McDonald’s)
• Concept Site Plan approval – 529 E Baltimore (Taco Bell)
• Concept Site Plan approval – Evapco off‑site parking lot
• Approval of Fall 2025 amendment to the 2023 Carroll County Water and Sewer Master Plan (Taneytown)
• Discussion of Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan 2025 update

The commission approved the Evapco Parking Lot Expansion concept plan and asked staff to consider a sidewalk easement. It unanimously approved the Fall 2025 amendment to the Carroll County Water and Sewer Master Plan. A motion to set aside the Board of Appeals decision on the McDonald’s site failed for lack of a second, and the Taco Bell application was postponed for further review. The meeting minutes and adjournment were both approved unanimously.

• Approved Evapco concept plan with sidewalk easement request (motion passed)
• Approved Fall 2025 amendment to 2023 Carroll County Water and Sewer Master Plan (unanimous)
• Failed motion to set aside Board of Appeals decision on McDonald’s site (no second)
• Postponed Taco Bell site decision pending additional comments (no motion made)
• Approved September 29, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:55 PM (unanimous approval of motion)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Taneytown Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on October 22, 2025, to consider a special exception for off-site parking and multiple variance requests regarding sign sizes and heights for local businesses.

• EVAPCO Inc. request for special exception to allow off-site parking
• McDonald's Corporation request for sign height and area variances
• Dynamic Engineering Consultants request for signage area variance
• Public hearing scheduled for 7:30 PM at City Council Chamber
• Hearings to be held on October 22, 2025

Comp Plan Workshop

The Taneytown Planning Commission will hold a comprehensive‑plan workshop. Commissioners will discuss the current progress of the town’s comprehensive plan, outline expectations, and consider ideas for future updates. No formal actions or votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of comprehensive plan progress, expectations, and ideas

The Taneytown Planning Commission approved a motion unanimously. The commission also scheduled the next Comprehensive Plan Update meetings for November 18, December 16, and January 20, 2026. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Unanimous approval of a motion (vote unanimous)
• Scheduled Comprehensive Plan Update meeting for November 18, 2025
• Scheduled Comprehensive Plan Update meeting for December 16, 2025
• Scheduled Comprehensive Plan Update meeting for January 20, 2026

Council Workshop/Meeting

The Taneytown City Council will consider Ordinance 21‑2025, amending the Restricted Industrial District. The council will also adopt Resolution 2025‑16 establishing the City Organizational Chart. Additional items include approval of street and stormwater construction specifications, a monthly financial report, and a nomination to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

• Ordinance 21‑2025 – Amendment to Restricted Industrial District
• Resolution 2025‑16 – City Organizational Chart
• Approval of revisions to General Specifications for Street and Stormwater Management Facilities Construction
• Monthly Financial Report
• Nomination to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board – Brian White

The council adopted Resolution 2025‑17 establishing a Water Relief Fund with a 2‑1 vote. It also approved the City Organizational Chart (3‑0) and introduced Ordinance 21 amending the Restricted Industrial District (3‑0). Additional approvals included the monthly financial report, accounts payable, and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board nomination, each by a 3‑0 vote.

• Adopted Water Relief Fund (Resolution 2025‑17) – vote 2‑1
• Adopted City Organizational Chart (Resolution 2025‑16) – vote 3‑0
• Introduced Ordinance 21 – Amendment to Restricted Industrial District – vote 3‑0
• Approved Monthly Financial Report – vote 3‑0
• Approved Accounts Payable – vote 3‑0
• Approved Parks and Recreation Advisory Board nomination of Brian White – vote 3‑0
• Approved minutes of September 3 and September 8 meetings – vote 3‑0
• Accepted FY 2025 audit report – vote 3‑0

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission will review concept site plans for several commercial projects and a municipal facility. The body will also discuss the 2025 update to the Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan.

• McDonald's concept site plan at 520 E Baltimore Street (BZA case 25-233)
• Taco Bell concept site plan at 529 E Baltimore Street
• Evapco Off Site Parking Lot concept plan (BZA case 25-232)
• Taneytown DPW Facility preliminary site plan
• Taneytown Supply request for Preliminary Plan Approval

The commission unanimously approved the August 25, 2025 minutes. It approved the preliminary site plan for the Taneytown Supply facility by a 5‑0 vote. The commission gave favorable recommendations to the Board of Appeals for the McDonald’s, Taco Bell, and Evapco parking‑lot variances, noting parking and ADA concerns. Members also requested a workshop to review the Community Comprehensive Plan update.

• Approved August 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Directed staff to report McDonald’s site comments to the Board of Appeals
• Provided favorable recommendation to Board of Appeals for Taco Bell sign variance
• Provided favorable recommendation to Board of Appeals for Evapco off‑site parking lot, with ADA issues addressed
• Approved preliminary site plan for Taneytown Supply (5‑0)
• Requested a workshop to discuss the Community Comprehensive Plan update
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous motion)

Council Meeting

The Taneytown City Council will adopt three ordinances, including a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board ordinance and two budget amendment ordinances for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. The meeting also includes approval of two special event permits for a car show on May 17, 2026 and a Taneytown Pride event on June 20, 2026. Additionally, the Council will consider nominations for an Executive Administrative Assistant and a Director of Planning and Zoning.

• Ordinance 18‑2025 – Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Ordinance 19‑2025 – Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment #3
• Ordinance 20‑2025 – Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendment #1
• Approval of Special Event Permit – National Capital Region Early Ford V8 Club Car Show (May 17, 2026)
• Approval of Special Event Permit – Taneytown Pride (June 20, 2026)

Council member Tillman resigned effective immediately. The council adopted the FY 2026 Budget Amendment #1 and the FY 2025 Budget Amendment #3. The council approved nominations for Director of Planning and Zoning (Andrew Gray) and Executive Administrative Assistant (Makensie Albin). Several special event permits and other routine items were approved unanimously.

• Council member Tillman resignation accepted, effective immediately (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 20 – FY 2026 Budget Amendment #1, carried 4‑0
• Adopted Ordinance 19 – FY 2025 Budget Amendment #3, carried 4‑0
• Accepted nominations: Director of Planning and Zoning – Andrew Gray, 4‑0
• Accepted nominations: Executive Administrative Assistant – Makensie Albin, 4‑0
• Approved Special Event Permit – National Capital Region Early Ford V9 Club Car Show (May 17, 2026), carried 4‑0
• Approved Special Event Permit – Taneytown Pride (June 20, 2026), carried 4‑0
• Adopted Ordinance 18 – Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, carried 3‑1

Council Workshop

The Taneytown City Council adopted three ordinances: Ordinance 18 establishing a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Ordinance 19 amending the FY2025 budget, and Ordinance 20 amending the FY2026 budget. The FY2026 amendment adds funds for police salaries, overtime, car upfitting and street repairs. The council also approved two special event permits and received an electric supply service contract from CQI Associates.

• Adoption of Ordinance 18 – Parks and Recreation Advisory Board provisions
• Adoption of Ordinance 19 – FY2025 Budget Amendment #3 (utility and general fund changes)
• Adoption of Ordinance 20 – FY2026 Budget Amendment #1 (police salaries, overtime, car upfitting, street repairs)
• Approval of Special Event Permit for National Capital Region Early Ford V8 Club Car Show – May 17, 2026
• Approval of Special Event Permit for Taneytown Pride – June 20, 2026

The council adopted Ordinance 18 (Parks and Recreation Advisory Board), Ordinance 19 (FY2025 Budget Amendment #3) and Ordinance 20 (FY2026 Budget Amendment #1). It approved special event permits for the National Capital Region Early Ford V9 Club Car Show on May 17, 2026 and for Taneytown Pride on June 20, 2026. The meeting was adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adopt Ordinance 18 – Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (adopted)
• Adopt Ordinance 19 – FY2025 Budget Amendment #3 (adopted)
• Adopt Ordinance 20 – FY2026 Budget Amendment #1 (adopted)
• Approve Special Event Permit – National Capital Region Early Ford V9 Club Car Show (May 17, 2026) (approved)
• Approve Special Event Permit – Taneytown Pride (June 20, 2026) (approved)
• Unanimous consensus for a 36‑month all‑in fixed option with CQI Associates (unanimous)
• Adjournment motion carried 5‑0

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Taneytown Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a request to reduce a 35-foot setback to 10 feet for a single-family dwelling at 125 Commerce Street.

• Public hearing for variance request (Case 2025-231)
• Request to reduce setback from 35 feet to 10 feet
• Construction of single-family dwelling at 125 Commerce Street

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission will consider the BZA Case# 2025-23 I variance for 125 Commerce Street. It will also review the Taneytown segment of the Carroll County Water Resources Element and request approval to send it for a 60‑day review. The commission will discuss updates to the Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan 2025 and hear reports on several active development projects.

• Review and possible approval of variance for 125 Commerce Street (BZA Case# 2025-23 I)
• Review of Taneytown segment of Carroll County Water Resources Element with request for 60‑day review
• Discussion of the Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan 2025 update
• Reports on active projects such as Mountain Brook Phase I and Evapco Parking Lot

The commission approved the July 28 minutes unanimously. It kept the favorable recommendation on the minimum lot size variance for 125 Commerce Street. The commission voted unanimously to send the Taneytown segment of the Carroll County Water Resources Element to the state for a 60‑day review. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Approved July 28 minutes (unanimous)
• Maintained favorable recommendation on lot size variance (consensus)
• Approved sending water resources element to 60‑day state review (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Comp Plan Workshop

The Taneytown Comprehensive Plan Workshop will review draft maps covering current zoning, land use, future land use, growth area, community facilities, and other elements. Participants will consider whether to adjust the timeline to incorporate updated County Water and Sewer Master Plan data and discuss outreach for properties removed from the growth area. The meeting will set next steps for map adjustments and plan a public comment session at the September 23 meeting.

• Review draft current zoning map (city boundary to be fixed)
• Discuss using updated County Water and Sewer Master Plan data in the plan
• Public outreach for property removed from growth area
• Examine revised build‑out analysis with Maryland Dept. of Planning density definitions
• Plan adjustments to maps based on feedback before September 23 public comment meeting

Attendees discussed updates to the Taneytown Comprehensive Plan, including revisions to land‑use maps, wording clarifications, and additional overlay maps. They noted data sources for population and water‑sewer information and identified actions such as checking Fire/EMS response data. The next meeting was scheduled for September 23, 2025, and the town will contact growth‑area property owners for the upcoming session. No votes or official approvals were recorded.

Council Meeting

The Taneytown City Council will consider several ordinances, including a revision to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board structure and two budget amendment ordinances. Ordinance 19‑2025 updates the FY2025 General Fund budget, while Ordinance 20‑2025 proposes the FY2026 budget amendment that adds police salaries, overtime, a drug task force, and a $30,000 police‑car upfitting expense. Additional items include a water‑relief request for 4150 Sells Mill Rd, a manhole‑rehabilitation bid award, and nominations for boards and commissions.

• Ordinance 18‑2025: Amend Section 153‑8 to define a five‑ or six‑member Parks & Recreation Advisory Board and its election procedures.
• Ordinance 19‑2025: FY2025 General Fund Budget Amendment #3 – adds $29,000 for police‑car upfitting (rolled to FY26) and $515,110 for street repairs using HUR funds.
• Ordinance 20‑2025: FY2026 General Fund Budget Amendment #1 – adds $16,000 police salaries, $10,000 overtime, $1,990 payroll taxes, $15,000 drug‑task‑force expenses, $30,000 police‑car upfitting, and $3,000 travel/training costs.
• Water Relief Request for 4150 Sells Mill Rd.
• Award of Manhole Rehabilitation Bid (amount not specified).

The council approved the July 9 and July 14 meeting minutes and introduced three ordinances, including FY2025 and FY2026 budget amendments. It approved the monthly financial report, accounts payable, and a water‑relief credit of $63.50 per quarter. The council awarded the manhole rehabilitation contract to Guyer Brother, Inc. for $151,253.00 and approved nominations for boards and commissions.

• Approved July 9 and July 14 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 18 – Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 19 – FY2025 Budget Amendment #3 (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 20 – FY2026 Budget Amendment #1 (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved Accounts Payables (5-0)
• Approved water‑relief credit of $63.50 per quarter (5-0)
• Awarded manhole rehabilitation bid to Guyer Brother, Inc. for $151,253.00 (5-0)

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council will discuss budget amendments for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. The meeting includes a proposal to change the size and election process of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

• Ordinance 18-2025: Increase Parks and Recreation Advisory Board from five to six members
• Ordinance 19-2025: FY2025 Budget Amendment #3, including $515,110 for street repairs
• Ordinance 20-2025: FY2026 Budget Amendment #1, including $72,990 for police expenses
• Proposed $30,000 for police car upfitting in FY2026
• Proposed $15,000 for Drug Task Force expenses in FY2026

The council approved the July 9 and July 14 meeting minutes without changes. Council members agreed to postpone further discussion of the proposed water‑charge reduction for well 17 to the August 11 meeting. They also decided to hold a combined council meeting in October because of the Columbus Day holiday. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved July 9 and July 14 minutes (no changes)
• Deferred discussion on well 17 water‑charge reduction to Aug 11 meeting
• Scheduled a combined council meeting in October due to Columbus Day holiday
• Motion to adjourn carried 4‑0

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission will review and approve the minutes from the June 30, 2025 meeting. It will consider a concept approval request for a new City of Taneytown Public Works Facility on Allendale Lane. The commission will also review a Commerce Street variance (BZA Case #2025-231125) and discuss updates to the Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan 2025. A county update from the Carroll County Planning Liaison will be presented.

• Request for concept approval for City of Taneytown Public Works Facility, Allendale Lane
• Review of BZA Case #2025-231125 Commerce Street variance
• Review and approval of minutes from June 30, 2025
• Discussion of the Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan 2025 update
• County update from Carroll County Planning Liaison

The commission approved the minutes from the June 30 meeting unanimously. It then unanimously approved the concept plan for the proposed Allendale Lane Public Works facility, which includes a 21,200‑sq‑ft building and a 4,000‑sq‑ft salt storage building. The commission also made a favorable recommendation to the Board of Appeals to reduce the setback requirement for 125 Commerce Street.

• Approved June 30 minutes unanimously
• Approved Allendale Lane Public Works concept plan unanimously
• Made favorable recommendation to Board of Appeals for setback reduction at 125 Commerce St

Comp Plan Workshop

The Taneytown Comprehensive Plan workshop will review key person interviews and draft sections of the plan, focusing on the Housing and Community Design Plan reconfiguration and the Municipal Growth Element. Attendees will discuss feedback and outline next steps, including adjustments by ARRO and continued review by the Planning Commission. The next meeting is set for August 19, 2025 to examine the revised elements.

• Review Key Person Interviews
• Review Draft Housing and Community Design Plan Reconfiguration
• Review Draft Municipal Growth Element
• ARRO to make adjustments based on feedback
• Planning Commission to continue review for next meeting

Council Meeting

The Taneytown City Council will adopt Annexation Resolution 04 A‑2025 for the Sauble property at 3300 Harney Road, adding the land to the city limits and redesignating it R‑10,000. The Council will also adopt Water Allocation Resolution 2025‑15, allocating 500 gallons per day of water and setting the plan to expire on August 11, 2025. Additional items include receiving an electric supply contract from CQI Associates, LLC and reviewing a proposal for Copperfield storm‑water system inspection services.

• Annexation Resolution 04 A – 2025 – Sauble – 3300 Harney Road
• Water Allocation Resolution 2025‑15 (500 GPD allocation, expires Aug 11 2025)
• Reception of CQI Associates, LLC – Electric Supply Service Contract
• Copperfield storm‑water system inspection services proposal
• Monthly Financial Report

The council approved the minutes from the June 4, June 9 and June 18, 2025 meetings. It adopted an annexation resolution for the Sauble property at 3300 Harney Road and a water‑allocation resolution for July. The council also approved the monthly financial report, accounts payable items, and the Copperfield storm‑water system inspection proposal. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved minutes of June 4, 2025 meeting (5‑0)
• Approved minutes of June 9, 2025 meeting (5‑0)
• Approved minutes of June 18, 2025 Budget meeting (5‑0)
• Adopted Annexation Resolution 04 A‑2025 for 3300 Harney Road (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑15 for July water allocation (5‑0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (5‑0)
• Approved Accounts Payables (5‑0)
• Approved Copperfield storm‑water system inspection service proposal (5‑0)

Council Workshop

The Taneytown City Council will vote on Annexation Resolution 04 A – 2025 for the property at 3300 Harney Road, expanding the city limits and designating the land R‑10,000. It will also adopt Resolution 2025‑15, a water allocation plan that sets aside 500 gallons per day of the 38,335 GPD supply and expires on August 11, 2025. Additional agenda items include reviewing recent meeting minutes, receiving an electric supply service contract from CQI Associates, LLC, and considering appointments and service proposals.

• Annexation Resolution 04 A – 2025 – Sauble – 3300 Harney Road
• Resolution 2025‑15 – Water Allocation Plan (38,335 GPD available, 500 GPD allocated)
• Reception of Electric Supply Service Contract with CQI Associates, LLC
• Appointment of Information Technology Officer
• Copperfield storm water system inspection services proposal

The council adopted Annexation Resolution 04 A to add 3300 Harney Road to the city so it can connect to municipal utilities. It also approved the appointment of Information Technology Specialist Dennis as the city’s IT officer with a 5‑0 vote. Additionally, the council adopted the July water allocation resolution and formally adjourned the meeting with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adopted Annexation Resolution 04 A for 3300 Harney Road (no vote recorded)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑15 – Water allocation for July (no vote recorded)
• Approved appointment of Information Technology Specialist Dennis, motion carried 5‑0
• Motion to adjourn carried 5‑0

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Taneytown Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on July 2, 2025. At that meeting the board will consider case 2025‑230, a special exception request to permit a family daycare at 27 Fairview Avenue. The request is made under section 205‑16(C)(2) of the Taneytown City code. The board will decide whether to grant the exception.

• Case 2025‑230: Special exception request for a family daycare at 27 Fairview Avenue

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a concept site plan for a City of Taneytown Public Works Facility on Allendale Lane. The body will also discuss the 2025 Community Comprehensive Plan update and the Carroll County Water Resources Element update.

• Concept Site Plan for Public Works Facility on Allendale Lane
• Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan 2025 update
• Carroll County Water Resources Element Update
• Evapco 3rd Amended Site Plan
• Taneytown Elementary School PreK and Kindergarten Addition

The Taneytown Planning Commission approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions or approvals were taken. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Comp Plan Workshop

The Taneytown City Council will review the draft comprehensive plan, covering housing, community design, water resources, and implementation and fiscal responsibility elements. Feedback from this workshop will be used by ARRO Consulting to adjust the plan. The next full plan review is scheduled for July 22, 2025.

• Review draft comprehensive plan elements (housing, community design, water resources, implementation & fiscal responsibility)
• ARRO Consulting to adjust plans based on workshop feedback
• Schedule full plan review meeting on July 22, 2025

Council Public Hearing

The Taneytown City Council will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 operating budget. Council members will vote to approve that budget. The meeting will also consider a speed‑camera monitoring contract.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Operating Budget (General Fund and Utility Fund)
• Discussion of speed‑camera monitoring contract
• HUR grant estimate for FY 2026 of $580,816
• State Police Protection Grant of $110,000 for FY 2026
• Allocation of $250,000 for park capital projects

The council adopted the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 operating budget (Ordinance 06) with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved a speed camera monitoring system contract, also by a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 8:38 PM after a 3‑0 vote.

• Adopt FY 2025‑2026 operating budget (Ordinance 06) – approved 3‑0
• Approve speed camera monitoring system contract – approved 3‑0
• Adjourn meeting – approved 3‑0

Council Meeting

The Taneytown City Council will vote on several items, including the adoption of Resolution 2025‑12 that sets a water allocation of 500 gallons per day for new or expanded uses and expires on July 14, 2025. The meeting also includes approval of the FY 2025‑2026 operating budget ordinance, a design for the Memorial Drive water line replacement, a special event permit for the Good News Club at Roth Avenue Park (July 7‑11, 2025), and an extension of the Multicorp janitorial contract.

• Adopt Resolution 2025‑12 water allocation plan (38,335 GPD available, 500 GPD allocated, expires July 14, 2025)
• Approve Ordinance 06‑2025 – FY 2025‑2026 Operating Budget
• Approve design for Memorial Drive water line replacement
• Approve Special Event Permit for Good News Club, Roth Avenue Park, July 7‑11, 2025
• Extend the Multicorp Janitorial contract

The Taneytown City Council adopted two resolutions, approved the monthly financial report and accounts payable, and voted to approve multiple contracts and permits, including the Memorial Drive water line replacement design. All items except one resolution passed unanimously; the resolution on staggering commission terms passed 4‑1. The meeting also set a public hearing for the operating budget on June 18.

• Approved minutes of May 12 and May 21 meetings (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑13 Water allocation for June (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑14 Staggering terms of commissions and boards (4‑1)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (5‑0)
• Approved Accounts Payables (5‑0)
• Approved Memorial Drive water line replacement design (5‑0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Good News Club, Roth Avenue Park, July 7‑11, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved Catholic Charities lease renewal (5‑0)

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Taneytown Ethics Commission will approve the minutes from the April 30, 2025 meeting. It will review the fourth report of Candidate Campaign Finance Forms for the May 5, 2025 election. Afterward, the commission will adjourn to a closed session as permitted by § 16‑7C.(5) of the Taneytown City Code and will not reconvene in open session.

• Approve minutes from April 30, 2025
• Review fourth report of Candidate Campaign Finance Forms for the May 5, 2025 election
• Adjourn to closed session pursuant to § 16‑7C.(5) of the Taneytown City Code

Council Workshop

The council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to annex the property at 3300 Harney Road, extending city boundaries and updating the zoning map. It will also adopt a water‑allocation resolution, the FY 2025‑2026 operating budget ordinance, and approve several contracts and permits, including a water‑line design on Memorial Drive, a special event permit for Good News Club at Roth Avenue Park, and a lease renewal for Catholic Charities.

• Annexation Resolution 04 A‑2025 for 3300 Harney Road (public hearing)
• Adoption of Resolution 2025‑12 water allocation plan (38,335 GPD available)
• Ordinance 06‑2025 – FY 2025‑2026 Operating Budget
• Approval of Memorial Drive water line replacement design
• Approval of Special Event Permit – Good News Club, Roth Avenue Park, July 7‑11 2025

The council adopted two resolutions on water allocation for June and on staggering commission terms. It approved the appointment of Robert Jones as Director of Economic Development with a salary of $58,154. The council also approved a special event permit for the Good News Club and renewed the Catholic Charities lease. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 PM.

• Adopted Resolution 2025‑13 for June water allocation (no objections)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑14 to stagger terms of commissions and boards (no objections)
• Approved appointment of Director of Economic Development, Robert Jones, salary $58,154 (5‑0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Good News Club at Roth Avenue Park, July 7‑11 2025 (no objections)
• Approved lease renewal for Catholic Charities (no objections)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:05 PM (5‑0)

Council Special Meeting

The Taneytown City Council will adopt a resolution to expand public comment at Monday meetings and will approve several ordinances, including water and sewer rates for fiscal year 2025‑2026, authority for the Police Chief to manage the police manual, changes to the City Attorney’s duties and meeting attendance, and the creation of an Executive Administrative Assistant position.

• Resolution 2025‑11: Expand public comment during regular Monday Council meetings
• Ordinance 07‑2025: Water rate $6.89/1,000 gallons; Sewer rate $13.53/1,000 gallons; Water Hydrant Meter $16.38/1,000 gallons; Bay Restoration Fund $15.00
• Ordinance 09‑2025: Grant Police Chief authority to adopt, amend, and repeal the Police Manual
• Ordinance 10‑2025: Amend City Code to require City Attorney attendance at Council meetings only upon request
• Ordinance 11‑2025: Establish Executive Administrative Assistant position in City Code

The council adopted Ordinance 07, cutting quarterly water and sewer rates by five percent. It also approved several ordinances on city attorney requirements, police manual updates, temporary administrative suspension, police protection standards, and a resolution on public comment procedures. Additional items approved included the monthly financial report and ratification of a surety reduction for the Meadowbrook project.

• Adopted Ordinance 07 – FY 2025‑2026 water and sewer rates, 5% reduction (3‑2)
• Adopted Ordinance 10 – City Attorney Requirements, amended to allow board/commission review (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 09 – Police Manual updates (4‑1)
• Adopted Ordinance 14 – Temporary Administrative Suspension, with legal‑review amendment (4‑1)
• Adopted Ordinance 15 – Police Protection Standards, with patrol staffing provision (4‑1)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑11 – Public Comment at Meetings procedure (5‑0)
• Accepted Monthly Financial Report (5‑0)
• Ratified Meadowbrook Section 6 Surety Reduction (5‑0)

Comp Plan Workshop

The Taneytown City Council will review draft sections of the Comprehensive Plan, including economic development, historic resources, public safety, and intergovernmental coordination. After the review, the council will decide how to adjust the plan based on feedback. The next meeting will focus on developing the housing and community design element, the water resources element, and the implementation and fiscal responsibility plans.

• Review draft Comprehensive Plan sections: Economic Development, Historic and Cultural Resources, Public Safety, Intergovernmental Coordination
• Adjust plans based on feedback
• Develop Housing and Community Design element
• Develop Water Resources element
• Plan Implementation & Fiscal Responsibility

Council Workshop/Meeting2

The Mayor and City Council will introduce several ordinances including the FY 2025-2026 operating budget, tax rate, and water and sewer rates. The body will also consider resolutions regarding legislative priorities and public comment rules. Other business includes contract approvals and special event permits for Memorial Park.

• Ordinance 06-2025: Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget
• Ordinance 08-2025: Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Tax Rate
• Ordinance 07-2025 and 17-2025: Water and Sewer Rates
• Mowing contract extension for Ecker's Lawn Service
• Bid award for Riffles Lane storm drain installation

The council introduced the FY 2025‑2026 operating budget and adopted an emergency tax rate for that fiscal year. It also introduced ordinances on police protection standards, an information technology officer, and a temporary administrative suspension, while rejecting a repeal of the campaign finance ordinance. Additionally, the council approved a one‑year extension of the mowing contract and a special event permit for Taneytown Pride.

• Introduced FY 2025‑2026 operating budget (Ordinance 06) – vote 5‑0
• Adopted emergency FY 2025‑2026 tax rate (Ordinance 08) – vote 5‑0
• Introduced Police Protection Standards ordinance (Ordinance 15) – vote 4‑1 (McCarron opposed)
• Failed repeal of campaign finance ordinance (Ordinance 16) – vote 2‑3
• Approved one‑year extension of mowing contract with Ecker’s Lawn Service – vote 5‑0
• Approved special event permit for Taneytown Pride at Memorial Park – vote 5‑0
• Introduced Information Technology Officer ordinance (Ordinance 13) – vote 4‑1 (Tillman opposed)
• Introduced Temporary Administrative Suspension ordinance (Ordinance 14) – vote 3‑2 (McCarron and Tillman opposed)

Council Workshop/Meeting1

The Taneytown City Council adopted Ordinance 04‑2025 for stormwater management and Ordinance 05‑2025 for a speed monitoring system. It also approved a resolution for April water allocation and a special event permit for Woofstock at Memorial Park on June 21, 2025. Additional items included easement agreements for park expansion and a water recharge memorandum.

• Ordinance 04‑2025 – Stormwater Management
• Ordinance 05‑2025 – Speed Monitoring System
• Resolution 2025‑05 – Water allocation for April
• Special Event Permit – Woofstock, Memorial Park, June 21, 2025
• Easement Agreement – Renehan Property for Memorial Park expansion

The council approved the minutes from the April 9 and April 14 regular meetings by a 4‑0 vote. They adopted Resolution 2025‑06 allocating water for May, also by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 PM with a unanimous 4‑0 motion.

• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑06 Water allocation for May (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 PM (4-0)

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Taneytown Ethics Commission will consider approval of the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting. It will discuss campaign sign authority lines. It will review the third report of candidate campaign finance forms for the May 5, 2025 election.

• Approve minutes from April 23, 2025 meeting
• Discuss campaign sign authority lines
• Review third report of Candidate Campaign Finance Forms for May 5, 2025 election

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission meeting on April 28, 2025 will review and approve the March 31, 2025 minutes, consider a Spring 2025 Water & Sewer Master Plan amendment, and discuss several active projects and site plans. Items include the Memorial Park expansion, the Evapco 3rd Amended Site Plan, and the Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan 2025 update. The commission will also determine the date for the May meeting before adjourning.

• Review and approval of March 31, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consideration of Spring 2025 Water & Sewer Master Plan amendment
• Discussion of Memorial Park expansion project
• Review of Evapco 3rd Amended Site Plan
• Update to the Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan 2025

The commission approved the March 31, 2025 minutes unanimously. It certified the Spring 2025 amendment to the Water & Sewer Master Plan as consistent with the 2010 Comprehensive Plan, also unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:21 PM by unanimous vote. The city manager will follow up with the consultant on key‑person interviews.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Certified Spring 2025 Water & Sewer Master Plan amendment as consistent with 2010 Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
• Assigned City Manager Wieprecht to follow up with consultant on key‑person interviews (task)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:21 PM (unanimous)

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Taneytown Ethics Commission will convene to approve prior meeting minutes and review the second report of Candidate Campaign Finance Forms for the upcoming May 5, 2025 Election.

• Approval of March 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Candidate Campaign Finance Forms for May 5, 2025 Election

Comp Plan Workshop

The Taneytown City Council will review draft plans for land use, transportation, and community facilities. Consultants will adjust the plans based on public feedback. The next meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2025.

• Review of draft plans for Land Use, Transportation, and Community Facilities
• Consultant interviews and plan adjustments based on feedback
• Next meeting scheduled for May 20, 2025
• Development of Economic Development and Downtown Revitalization plans
• Development of Housing and Community Design plans

Council Meeting

The Taneytown City Council will vote on Ordinance 04‑2025 to adopt Carroll County's stormwater management rules for the city, and Ordinance 05‑2025 to establish speed‑monitoring systems in school zones. The meeting also includes a resolution on April water allocation, a special event permit for Woofstock at Memorial Park on June 21, 2025, and easement agreements for Memorial Park expansion and Grace United Church of Christ.

• Ordinance 04‑2025 – Adoption of Carroll County stormwater management ordinance
• Ordinance 05‑2025 – Establishment of speed‑monitoring systems in school zones
• Resolution 2025‑05 – Water allocation for April
• Special Event Permit – Woofstock at Memorial Park, June 21, 2025
• Easement Agreement – Renehan Property for Memorial Park expansion

The council adopted Ordinance 04‑2025 for stormwater management unanimously. It also adopted Ordinance 05‑2025 for a speed monitoring system by a 3‑2 vote. A resolution for April water allocation passed 5‑0, and the council approved the monthly financial report, accounts payable, a special event permit for Woofstock, easement agreements for the Renehan property and Grace United Church, and a water‑recharge memorandum of understanding.

• Adopt Stormwater Management Ordinance (5‑0)
• Adopt Speed Monitoring System Ordinance (3‑2)
• Adopt Water allocation Resolution (5‑0)
• Approve Monthly Financial Report (5‑0)
• Approve Accounts Payables (5‑0)
• Approve Woofstock special event permit (5‑0)
• Approve Renehan Property easement agreement (5‑0)
• Approve Water recharge MOU (5‑0)

Council Workshop

The Taneytown City Council will consider several items, including the adoption of Ordinance 04‑2025 to replace the city’s stormwater code with Carroll County’s ordinance, and Ordinance 05‑2025 to establish speed monitoring systems in school zones. The council will also act on a resolution for April water allocation, approve a special event permit for Woofstock at Memorial Park on June 21 2025, and consider easement agreements for the Memorial Park expansion and for Grace United Church of Christ. Additional agenda items include a water‑recharge memorandum of agreement and routine financial reports.

• Adoption of Ordinance 04‑2025 – Stormwater Management (adopts Carroll County ordinance)
• Adoption of Ordinance 05‑2025 – Speed Monitoring Systems (authorizes systems in school zones)
• Resolution 2025‑05 – Water allocation for April
• Approval of Special Event Permit – Woofstock – Memorial Park – June 21 2025
• Easement Agreement – Renehan Property – Memorial Park Expansion

The council adopted Ordinance 04‑2025 for stormwater management, Ordinance 05‑2025 for a speed monitoring system, and Resolution 2025‑05 for April water allocation. It also approved a special event permit for Woofstock at Memorial Park on June 21, 2025, easement agreements for the Renehan property and Grace United Church of Christ, and a water‑recharge memorandum of understanding. The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Adopted Ordinance 04‑2025 – Stormwater Management
• Adopted Ordinance 05‑2025 – Speed Monitoring System
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑05 – Water allocation for April
• Approved Special Event Permit for Woofstock – Memorial Park – June 21, 2025
• Approved Easement Agreement – Renehan Property – Memorial Park Expansion
• Approved Easement Agreement – Grace United Church of Christ
• Approved Water recharge Memorandum of Understanding
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried 3‑0)

Board of Election Meeting

The Taneytown Board of Election Supervisors will meet at 2:00 PM on March 31, 2025. The board will elect a chairman and a vice‑chairman. It will review nomination forms and certify the three candidates for the May 5, 2025 city council election. The meeting is open to the public.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Review of Candidate Nomination forms
• Certification of three councilmember candidates for May 5, 2025 election

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission will review and consider the Evapco 3rd Amended Site Plan, including redline monument sign changes. The commission will also discuss the annexation of 3300 Harney Road, presenting the plat drawing and metes and bounds. Additional items include replacement signage and electronic message boards for The Hitch Man and the Taneytown Volunteer Fire Department, and a request for preliminary site plan approval for the Storage Today project. The meeting will include a legal update, a county planning liaison update, and a discussion of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update.

• Evapco 3rd Amended Site Plan – presentation of redline monument sign changes.
• 3300 Harney Road annexation – presentation of plat drawing and metes and bounds.
• The Hitch Man – replacement sign and electronic message board discussion.
• Taneytown Volunteer Fire Department – electronic message board discussion.
• Storage Today – request for preliminary site plan approval.

The commission unanimously approved an electronic message display board for The Hitch Man Inc. on York Street and another for the Taneytown Volunteer Fire Company. The minutes from the February 24, 2024 meeting were also approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous motion.

• Approved The Hitch Man Inc. electronic message display board (unanimous)
• Approved Taneytown Volunteer Fire Company electronic message display board (unanimous)
• Approved February 24, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Taneytown Ethics Commission will approve minutes from its February 27, 2025 meeting. It will then review the first report of candidate campaign‑finance forms for the May 5, 2025 election. After the review, the commission will adjourn to a closed session to consult counsel for legal advice and will not reconvene in public.

• Approve minutes from February 27, 2025 meeting
• Review first report of Candidate Campaign Finance Forms for May 5, 2025 election
• Adjourn to closed session to consult counsel under Md. Code § 3‑305(b)(7)

Comp Plan Workshop

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to review the draft vision, goals, and objectives for the Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan. Consultants from CVC/Arro Consulting will lead the discussion to inform future land use and transportation plans.

• Review of Draft Vision, Goals, and Objectives for the Community Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of next steps including key person interviews by ARRO
• Approval of February 18, 2025, meeting minutes

Council Special Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the restructuring of Main Street. This is the sole item listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding the restructuring of Main Street

Council Meeting

The Taneytown City Council will adopt Ordinance 04‑2025 to replace the city stormwater code with the Carroll County ordinance. It will also adopt Ordinance 05‑2025 establishing school‑zone speed limits of 25 mph and authorizing speed‑monitoring devices. A resolution will annex land to extend sewer service, and additional ordinances will amend water‑recharge provisions, building‑construction fees, and the FY 2025 budget.

• Ordinance 04‑2025 – Stormwater Management: adopt Carroll County ordinance as city code
• Ordinance 05‑2025 – Speed Monitoring System: create school‑zone speed limits and authorize speed cameras
• Resolution 04 A‑2025 – Saubles Addition Annexation: extend city boundaries for sewer service
• Ordinance 01‑2025 – Water Recharge: amend Chapter 201 to address groundwater recharge
• Ordinance 02‑2025 – Building Construction Fees: update fee structure for new construction

Council Workshop

The Mayor and City Council will discuss a new speed monitoring system for school zones and the adoption of Carroll County stormwater management rules. The body is also considering the annexation of the Saubles Addition and budget amendments.

• Ordinance 05-2025: Establishing 25 mph speed limits and speed monitoring systems within a half-mile radius of Taneytown Elementary and Northwest Middle Schools
• Ordinance 04-2025: Adopting Carroll County Stormwater Management Ordinance by reference
• Resolution 04 A-2025: Annexation of Saubles Addition to provide public sewer service
• Ordinance 03-2025: Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment #2
• Application from The Verdant Companies for Community Village at the Sewell Property

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Taneytown Ethics Commission will approve the minutes from its May 15, 2024 meeting. It will review the town's annual financial disclosure statements and the quarterly financial disclosure forms. The commission will also establish a schedule for reviewing candidate reports.

• Approve minutes from May 15, 2024 meeting
• Review annual financial disclosure statements
• Review quarterly financial disclosure forms
• Set meeting schedule for review of candidate reports

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the January 27, 2025 meeting and review several active site‑plan projects. It will discuss the Board of Zoning Appeals case 2025‑230 concerning a home‑occupation daycare special exception, as well as updates to the community comprehensive plan and other ongoing projects such as the Memorial Park expansion.

• Board of Zoning Appeals Case 2025-230 – home‑occupation daycare special exception (hearing not yet scheduled)
• Storage Today – preliminary site plan presentation by Bill Brennan, B&R Design Group and Eric Hinerman
• Ridge Road amended plat presentation for lots 203‑206 – Wilson Homes
• Memorial Park Expansion – discussion of project details
• Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan 2025 update – discussion

Comp Plan Workshop

The city is conducting a workshop to review and update the Community Comprehensive Plan 2025. Discussions will focus on the plan's vision, goals, and the definition of 'small town'.

• Update discussion with Craig Kologic of CVC/ARRO Consulting
• Review of previous plan vision and goals
• Discussion of changes to the Vision Statement
• Discussion of goals and associated actions

Council Workshop/Meeting

The Mayor and City Council are meeting to discuss ordinances regarding water recharge credits for new developments and building construction fees. The body will also consider a budget amendment for the General and Utility funds and a resolution for February water allocation.

• Ordinance 01-2025: Requires developers of projects needing 5,000+ gallons/day to provide groundwater recharge credits or pay a fee
• Ordinance 02-2025: Amends building construction permit fee requirements
• Ordinance 03-2025: Budget Amendment #2 including $633,000 for a Belt Filter Press and $250,000 for the City Hall roof
• Resolution 2025-02: Water allocation for February
• Reappointment of William (Bill) Kennedy to the Election Board

Council Special Meeting

The Taneytown City Council will discuss the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) position. It will also consider restructuring the Main Street Program, including the city’s commitment, its role, and the agreement with the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. No other agenda items are listed beyond public comment and new business.

• EDC Position
• Restructuring of the Main Street Program – Commitment to the program
• Restructuring of the Main Street Program – City’s role in the program
• Restructuring of the Main Street Program – MD Dept of Housing and Community Development Main Street Agreement

Planning Commission

The Taneytown Planning Commission will review and approve the minutes from the November 25, 2024 meeting. It will consider approval of the City of Taneytown Annual Report 2024 for submission to the Carroll County Annual Report. The commission will also discuss several active projects, including Memorial Park Expansion, the Taneytown Elementary School PreK and Kindergarten addition, and the 2025 Community Comprehensive Plan update.

• Review and approval of minutes from November 25, 2024
• Approval of City of Taneytown Annual Report 2024 for Carroll County submission
• Discussion of Memorial Park Expansion
• Discussion of Taneytown Elementary School PreK and Kindergarten Addition
• Discussion of Taneytown Community Comprehensive Plan 2025 update

Comp Plan Workshop

The Taneytown Planning Commission will approve minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting and discuss the final analysis of the community survey. Members will review the draft Comprehensive Plan update, focusing on background data and the existing goals and objectives. The session will outline next steps, including outstanding data updates, key‑person interviews, and continued work on the plan’s vision and objectives.

• Approve minutes from the November 19, 2024 Comprehensive Plan meeting
• Present final analysis of the community survey (531 respondents)
• Review draft Comprehensive Plan update – background data section
• Examine previous plan goals and objectives in light of survey results
• Identify next steps: data updates, key‑person interviews, and vision formulation

Council Workshop/Meeting

The Mayor and City Council will meet to discuss a resolution for the allocation of the city's limited water supply for new or expanded uses. The body will also receive a presentation on speed cameras and review monthly financial reports.

• Resolution 2025-01: Water allocation plan with 37,835 remaining GPD after current allocations
• Speed camera presentation by Michael Phelan of Altumint
• Ratification of Evapco Public Works Agreement
• Nominations to Election and Ethics Boards
• Discussion of Water Recharge Program