Federalsburg public meetings in 2021
24 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Mayor and Council of Federalsburg will meet to discuss energy trusts, broadband fiber extensions, and a ballot drop box request. The body will also review policies for interim town manager designation and staffing for code enforcement.
- Broadband Fiber Extension Grant Program discussion
- Caroline County Board of Elections Ballot Drop Box Request
- Request For Qualifications for Professional Planning, Building, and Inspection Services
- Interim Town Manager Designation Policy
- Permit Technician/Code Enforcement Function Staff Line
Town Council
The Mayor and Council of Federalsburg are holding a special meeting to discuss Ordinance No 2021-6. This ordinance proposes the issuance and sale of bonds to fund water main replacements and road work.
- Ordinance No 2021-6: Issuance of up to $638,350 in 'Town of Federalsburg Drinking Water Bonds, Series 2021'
- Funding for the Federalsburg Old Denton Road water main project
- Replacement of water mains, service laterals, meter pits, valves, and hydrants along Old Denton Road
- Milling and overlay of Old Denton Road from Laurel Grove Road to just north of Idlewild Road
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a special meeting to interview firms for professional engineering services. The agenda also includes an executive session regarding personnel.
- Interviews for professional engineering services firms
- Executive session regarding personnel
Workshop
The Mayor and Council are holding a work session to discuss infrastructure projects, utility contracts, and municipal operations. A primary focus is a proposed ordinance to issue bonds for water main replacements and road improvements.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-6 to issue up to $638,350 in Drinking Water Bonds for the Old Denton Road Water Main Project
- Discussion of Broadband Fiber Extension with Andrew Helton and Bret Davis
- Review of electricity rates and Constellation Energy contract holdover extension
- Discussion regarding the Code Enforcement Function staff line
- Discussion of Boards, Commissions, and Committees
Town Council
The Town Council is meeting to discuss a bond ordinance for water main replacements and a contract for waterfront debris removal. The agenda also includes reports on broadband fiber extension and the Caroline County Economic Development Strategic Plan.
- Old Denton Road Watermain Project Bond Ordinance for up to $638,350
- Waterfront Debris Removal Contract Award
- Broadband Fiber Extension report
- Electricity Rates and Constellation Energy Contract discussion
- Code Enforcement Function Staff Line discussion
Workshop
The Mayor and Council are reviewing a proposed easement for electric vehicle charging stations and amendments to town Halloween guidelines. The body is also discussing a draft nuisance properties ordinance and a request for a Veterans' Parade.
- Proposed easement for Delmarva Power & Light to install EV charging stations at Marina Park
- Proposed amendments to Halloween guidelines, including a 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. trick-or-treating window
- VFW request for a Veterans' Parade on November 6, 2021, from Morris Avenue to the railroad
- Review of a draft Nuisance Properties Ordinance (Chapter 155)
Town Council
The Town Council approved funding for the fire department and IT upgrades using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The body also authorized the Town Manager to seek bids for an advanced water metering infrastructure project.
- Approved $209,735 in ARPA drawdowns for the Fire Department ($131,085), IT upgrades ($39,325), and security cameras ($39,325)
- Signed a $30,483 contract for the Marina Park Bulkhead
- Approved the list of Election Judges for the 2021 Election
- Authorized obtaining bids for advanced water metering infrastructure
- Proposed an additional $46,100 ARPA drawdown for air purification, IT, and $33,000 in staff premium pay
Workshop
The Town Manager is recommending that the Mayor and Council approve a request for qualifications to replace the town's water meter system. The project will use $2,621,774 in federal ARPA funding to implement an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system.
- Proposed turnkey deployment of approximately 1,350 metered accounts
- 15-year term for the Full Service Program
- Use of $2,621,774 in federal ARPA/CSLFRF funding
- Qualifications due date: October 20, 2021
- Requirement for a maintenance program including hardware, software, and data hosting
Town Council
The Town Council is reviewing proposed expenditures of American Rescue Plan Act funds for public safety and infrastructure. The body is also considering appointments for election judges and discussing a potential water meter upgrade system.
- Proposed $131,085 ARPA donation to Federalsburg Volunteer Fire Company for PPE
- Proposed $39,325 ARPA drawdowns for IT upgrades and security cameras at water/sewer facilities
- Proposed election judge appointments: Elaine Hubbard, Shirley Greene, Janie Eskow, and Wendy Garner
- Marina Park bulkhead contract signed in the sum of $30,483
- Discussion of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) for water utility upgrades
Workshop
The Mayor and Council are reviewing proposed expenditures for $2,621,774 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The body is also considering a contract for marina bulkhead repairs and the advertisement of a request for engineering qualifications.
- Proposed contract award to Living Ecosystems for Marshy Hope Creek Marina Bulkhead Repair at $30,483
- Proposed ARPA spending including $1,225,000 for water meter replacement and SCADA system
- Proposed ARPA spending of $288,387 for a backhoe and mini-excavator
- Proposed ARPA spending of $131,085 for a donation to the fire company
- Request to advertise for on-call professional engineering services for the Old Denton Road watermain project
Town Council
The Town Council is reviewing a proposal to use ARPA funds to recover lost rental inspection fees. Additionally, the council is considering a marketing agreement with Utility Service Partners to offer residential service line warranties.
- Proposed drawdown of $13,670 from ARPA/CSLFRF to replace lost rental inspection revenue
- Proposed partnership with Utility Service Partners for the NLC Service Line Warranty Program
- Proposed royalty payment to the Town of $0.50 per product per month for the warranty program
- Proposed 3-year marketing agreement for exterior water, sewer, and internal plumbing warranties
Town Council
The Town Council is considering proposals from ServLine by HomeServe and the Maryland Municipal League to provide leak protection and service line warranties for residents. These programs aim to cover high water bills and repair costs caused by leaks on the customer's side of the meter.
- Proposal for a Leak Protection Program (LPP) to cover high water bills caused by customer leaks
- Proposed LPP policy requiring leaks to generate a minimum charge of two times the 12-month average bill to qualify
- Proposed residential leak protection rates ranging from $3.00 to $4.00 per month based on coverage limits ($500 to $2,500)
- Proposed commercial leak protection rates ranging from $8.00 to $22.10 per month
- Maryland Municipal League offer for a service line warranty program covering up to $8,500 per occurrence
Town Council
The Town Council is reviewing the proposed operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Discussion includes property tax rates, waste collection fees, and potential equipment purchases.
- Ordinance No. 2021-06: Proposed budget with $.88 per $100 real property tax rate
- Proposed quarterly waste collection fee of $39.55 for residential and commercial properties
- Proposed $6.00 charge per extra waste collection item
- St. Michael's Winery request regarding partial reduction in sewer fees
- Contract for rehabilitation of Log Cabin
Workshop
The Mayor and Council of Federalsburg will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed operating budget for FY21/22. The body will also discuss an Aquacon easement and electric charging stations.
- Discussion of FY21/22 Proposed Operating Budget
- Discussion of Aquacon Easement involving Bob Rauch
- Discussion of Electric Charging Stations
Town Council
The Mayor and Council of Federalsburg will hold public hearings and vote on five ordinances to adopt 2021 International codes for building, property maintenance, and energy conservation. The body will also discuss the proposed FY 21-22 operating budget and traffic concerns on Academy Avenue.
- Ordinance No. 2021-01: 2021 International Building Code for One and Two Family Dwellings
- Ordinance No. 2021-02: 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
- Ordinance No. 2021-03: 2021 International Existing Building Code
- Ordinance No. 2021-04: 2021 International Building Code
- Ordinance No. 2021-05: 2021 International Energy Conservation Code
Workshop
The Mayor and Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2021/22. The meeting also includes updates on Old Denton Road construction and management services.
- FY21/22 Proposed Operating Budget discussion
- Old Denton Road Construction Update
- Old Denton Road Construction Management & Inspection Services Update
Town Council
The Mayor and Council are holding a public hearing and voting on a resolution to allow liens on personal property for unpaid taxes. The body is also introducing five ordinances to adopt 2021 International building, energy, and property maintenance codes.
- Public Hearing and vote on Resolution No. 2021-01 regarding personal property tax liens
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 2021-01 (International Building Code for One and Two Family Dwellings)
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 2021-02 (International Property Maintenance Code)
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 2021-03 (International Existing Building Code)
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 2021-04 (International Building Code) and No. 2021-05 (International Energy Conservation Code)
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the American Recovery Plan Act. The agenda also includes a request for a closed session to address personnel matters.
- Discussion of American Recovery Plan Act
- Closed session request for personnel matters
Workshop
The Mayor and Council are holding a workshop to discuss infrastructure maintenance and tax sale listings. The body will also receive an update on the energy consultant process and may enter an executive session for real estate matters.
- Water tower maintenance discussion with Rob Mourlas of SUEZ American
- Discussion regarding Haines Holt Tax Sale Listing
- Energy Consultant Process Update
- Request for Executive Session regarding real estate matters
Town Council
The Mayor and Council of Federalsburg will hold a monthly workshop to review an audit and project updates. The body is considering a resolution regarding land designation and a charter amendment for unpaid bills.
- Resolution 2021-02: Designating 211.649 acres west of Wright Road as priority funding areas
- Charter Amendment to establish a lien for specific unpaid bills
- Old Denton Road construction management and inspection bid results
- Chambers Park Log Cabin RFP review
- Audit presentation by Roy Geiser of TGM Group, LLC
Workshop
The Mayor and Council are holding a workshop to receive updates on the FY 2022 budget and a solar project. The body will also discuss a Log Cabin RFP and a charter amendment regarding unpaid bills.
- FY 2022 Budget update
- Solar Project DP&L Interconnection Agreement update
- Log Cabin RFP
- Charter Amendment to establish a lien for specific unpaid bills
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a charter amendment regarding the placement of unpaid personal property taxes and invoices into tax sales. The body will also review updates on infrastructure projects and year-to-date financials.
- Discussion of Charter Amendment to allow Unpaid Personal Property Taxes and other invoices to be placed in Tax Sale
- Discussion of Old Denton Road Project
- Discussion of Pump Station Grant Project
- Discussion of Interconnection Proposal DP&L
- Update on YTD Financials
Workshop
The Mayor and Council are discussing proposed fiscal and fund balance policies, including the creation of a five-year Capital Improvement Plan. The body is also reviewing the financial viability of the town's solid waste collection program.
- Proposed fiscal policies including a balanced budget by June 30 and a five-year expenditure forecast
- Discussion on whether to outsource trash collection or purchase a new truck due to maintenance cost overruns
- Update on Reliance Mobile Home Park sewer extension
- MDE Grant Application for pump station upgrades
- Invoices from RAUCH inc. for WWTP Solar Project ($750) and Construction Management ($14,900)
Town Council
The Town Council is meeting via video-conference to hold public hearings on an amended general budget and a cable franchise agreement. The body will also discuss a traffic study and a sewer line extension for Reliance Road.
- Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 2020-08 to amend the FY 2020-21 General Budget
- Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 2020-09 for Comcast Cable of Delmarva franchise agreement and fee
- Appointment of Larry DiRe to the Parks & Recreation Committee
- Discussion on Reliance Road Sewer Line Extension
- Review of Aquacon Traffic Study