Federalsburg public meetings in 2022
23 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Federalsburg Town Council will hold a business meeting with public comment, followed by votes on two ordinances: one authorizing police to issue citations based on speed monitoring systems, and another amending the process for obtaining a private well. They will also consider a resolution to amend the town charter regarding employee appointments and review Article II of the charter on elections.
- Ordinance No. 2022-09: authorizing speed monitoring system citations
- Ordinance No. 2022-10: amending Chapter 239 on private water systems/wells
- Resolution No. 2022-01: amending charter Articles IV and V on employee appointments
- Review of Town Charter Article II – Elections
Workshop
The Federalsburg Mayor and Council will hold a workshop to review town code sections 239-8 and 239-9 regarding private wells for industrial use, discuss street paving projects, and set January 2023 meeting dates. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Caroline County Council of Arts and a review of the town charter.
- Review of town code sections 239-8 and 239-12 on private wells for industrial use
- Presentation by Caroline County Council of Arts
- Update on street paving projects
- Review of Town Charter Chapter C Article IV on officers and employees
- Executive sessions for personnel matters
Public Hearing and Regular Meeting
The Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and then vote on two ordinances: one to prohibit farm and exotic animals in all zoning districts, and another to repeal and replace the town's ethics code. They will also review a financial report, discuss a quit claim deed for Hayman Drive, and consider code changes for private wells for industrial use.
- Public hearing and action on Ordinance 2022-07 banning farm and exotic animals town-wide
- Public hearing and action on Ordinance 2022-08 repealing and reenacting the town ethics code
- Presentation of the town's comprehensive financial review by Davenport & Company
- Follow-up discussion of a quit claim deed request for Hayman Drive
- Review of Town Code sections 239-8 and 239-12 regarding private wells for industrial use
Workshop
The Mayor and Council of Federalsburg will hold a workshop to discuss proposed election districts and a quit claim deed request for Hayman Drive. Councilmembers will also present action items.
- Proposed Election District Discussion
- Quit Claim Deed Request for Hayman Drive
- Councilmember action items from Windsor, Sewell, Phillips, Willoughby, and Mayor Abner
Town Council
The council will hold a special meeting to discuss a request from M&M Carnot for pad access from Caroline Drive. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice. No other business items are on the agenda.
- M&M Carnot request for pad access from Caroline Drive
- Executive session for legal advice
Town Council
The Town Council will review a draft discharge permit for the proposed AquaCon facility and consider submitting comments to the Maryland Department of the Environment. The meeting also includes updates on the Old Denton Road watermain project and a solar panel project wrap-up.
- Proposed AquaCon Facility’s Draft Discharge Permit comments
- Chapter 65 - Ethics Ordinance text amendments
- Request to end municipal trash collection for Laurel Grove Acres Apartments
- Old Denton Road Watermain Project update
- Town Industrial Well Use Permit process and fee structure report
Workshop - AquaCon Community Discussion
The Mayor and Council will hold a workshop featuring a presentation by the developer of the AquaCon project. The session includes questions from the Mayor and Council as well as public comment.
- AquaCon Project Community Discussion
Workshop
The Mayor and Council will hold a workshop to discuss several town operations. Topics include the wastewater plant discharge permit, water tank lighting services, and an animal ordinance review.
- Town Wastewater Plant Discharge Permit Update
- Water Tank Lights and Pixelumen Lab, LLC diagnostic and programming agreement
- Review of Town Code Chapter 17 - Animal Ordinance
- Public Works Upcoming Work Plan Discussion
- Federalsburg Economic Development Commission presentation
Town Council
The Council will hear a presentation regarding the MAS Alliance, LLC Federalsburg Cannabis Campus. Discussion items include water tank lighting, historical society interest, and a strategic planning follow-up.
- Presentation: MAS Alliance, LLC Federalsburg Cannabis Campus
- Discussion: Water tank lights and assignment of interest with Federalsburg Historical Society
- Approval: Engineered water tank care proposal from Southern Corrosion Corporation
- Appointment: Interim water and wastewater operator
Public Hearing and Monthly Meeting
The Mayor and Council will hold public hearings regarding ordinances for townhouse construction and subdivision plat revisions. The agenda also includes a proposal for water tank care and engineering services for street paving.
- Public Hearing: Ordinance 2022-03 to regulate townhouse construction
- Public Hearing: Ordinance 2022-05 regarding subdivision plat revisions
- Approval of Engineered Water Tank Care Proposal from Southern Corrosion Corporation
- Approval of Professional Engineering Services Task Order 005 for 2022 Street Paving Project
Workshop and Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting to discuss a promissory note for interim financing and an ordinance to change how subdivision plats are revised. The body will also review a street paving report and discuss public works staffing.
- Ordinance 2022-04: $500,000 line of credit promissory note with Provident State Bank
- Ordinance 2022-05: Amendment to Section 200-31 of Town Code regarding subdivision plats
- Proposal for purchase of Industrial Park Road Water Tank Cell Tower Lease
- Review of June 14, 2022 Street Paving Report from GMB
- Discussion of Water Tank Lights and Maintenance Agreement
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding a proposed real property tax increase and the adoption of Ordinance 2022-2. The meeting includes discussions on waste collection fees, water meter upgrades, and building repairs.
- Public Hearing on Proposed Real Property Tax Increase
- Ordinance 2022-2: $.88 per $100 of assessed real property value tax rate
- Ordinance 2022-2: $1.65 per $100 on commercial, business personal, railroad, and utility property
- Ordinance 2022-2: $40.65 quarterly waste collection fee for residential and commercial properties
- AMI Water Meter System Upgrade – Selection of Qualified Firm
Workshop
The Mayor and Council will discuss the draft Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The meeting includes an introduction of Ordinance No. 2022-2 regarding property tax rates and waste collection fees.
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 2022-2 establishing a $.88 per $100 real property tax rate
- Establishment of a $1.65 per $100 commercial or business personal property tax rate
- Quarterly waste collection fee of $40.65 for residential and commercial properties
- $6.00 charge per item for extra waste collection
- Request for American Rescue Plan Act funding for the Federalsburg Activity Center
Town Council
The Town Council will award a residential trash collection contract to Eastern Shore Environmental, LLC. The body will also discuss the draft Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and set a public hearing date for a Town Code amendment regarding Planning Commission membership.
- Award contract for residential trash collection to Eastern Shore Environmental, LLC
- Discussion of draft Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget
- Set public hearing date for proposed text amendment to Town Code Section 143-3 Planning Commission Membership
- Nanticoke Watershed Alliance update from Lisa Wool
- Proclamation for National Day of Prayer
Workshop
The Mayor and Council will review a draft revenue preview for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 and the Police Department budget. The meeting also includes discussions regarding premium pay for staff and construction services for the town-owned building at 115-117 N. Main Street.
- Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Draft Budget Revenue Preview
- Police Department Budget
- Premium Pay Initial Payment to Eligible Staff
- Draft RFP for construction services at 115-117 N. Main Street
- Bicentennial Committee Update
Town Council
The Town Council will receive an update on the Federalsburg Activity Center and the Fiscal Year 2021 audit. Discussion includes a proposed scope of work for the town-owned building at 115-117 North Main Street and a street paving plan funded by ARPA.
- Federalsburg Activity Center update
- Fiscal Year 2021 Audit and Financial Report presentation
- Proposed scope of work for 115-117 North Main Street
- Proposed street paving plan under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
- 2021 Annual Report to Maryland Department of Planning
Workshop and Meeting
The Mayor and Council will discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget and the 2021 Town Annual Report. The body will also review a memorandum of agreement revision for the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program. An executive session is scheduled to discuss procurement, legal advice, and business location.
- Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget Overview
- Low Income Household Water Assistance Program Memorandum of Agreement Revision – Section XXI
- 2021 Town Annual Report
- Town Bicentennial Update
- Proclamation for Endometriosis Awareness Month
Town Council
The Town Council will review proposals for ballfield improvements at Chambers Park and professional planning and inspection services. The body will also discuss residential trash collection and a water assistance program for low-income households.
- Selection of a firm for Chambers Park Ballfield Improvements
- Designation of firms for Professional Planning, Building and Inspection Services
- Review of a proposal for residential trash collection
- Request to end municipal trash collection services for Laurel Grove Acres
- Review of grant and appraisal for town-owned building at 115-117 North Main Street
Workshop and Meeting
The Mayor and Council will hold a monthly workshop and meeting at 118 N. Main Street. The agenda includes bidder presentations regarding water meter replacements and discussions on software programs for ARPA/CSLFRR funds.
- Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Water Meter Replacement bidder presentations
- American Rescue Plan Act/Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds drawdown for DebtBook and ClearPoint Strategy software
- Board, Commission, and Committee application review and appointment
- Executive session to discuss personnel matters
Town Council
The Town Council will consider requests for road access from AquaCon and a wastewater utility connection for 616 Academy Avenue. The meeting also includes a demonstration of the ClearPoint Strategy Program and the 2021 State of the Town Annual Report.
- AquaCon request for road access off the Frank Adams Industrial Way cul-de-sac
- Request for public wastewater utility connection at 616 Academy Avenue
- Appointment of Councilman Ed Windsor to the Planning and Zoning Commission
- ClearPoint Strategy Program demonstration by Aman Kaur
- Review of the 2021 State of the Town Annual Report
Mayor and Town Council Strategic Planning Work shop
The Mayor and Town Council will hold a strategic planning workshop to discuss administrative and financial matters. Discussion topics include American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, boards and committees, community engagement, and levels of service.
- American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding
- Boards and Committees
- Community Engagement
- Levels of Service, Performance, and Accountability
Workshop
The Mayor and Council will hold a monthly workshop to discuss several municipal items. Topics include a presentation on broadband fiber expansion and a proposed revision to the town's employee sick leave recovery policy.
- Broadband fiber expansion presentation
- Resolution 2022-02: Revision to Town Policy on Employee Recovery of Unused Sick Leave
- Qualifications of Firms to Provide Professional Engineering Services
- Request for Qualifications for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Water Meter Replacement Update
- American Rescue Plan Act/Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds update
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a $125,000 ARPA/CSLFRF funding request for the Federalsburg Health Center. Other items include updates to employee sick leave recovery and interim town manager designation policies.
- $125,000 ARPA/CSLFRF funding request for Choptank Community Health water and sewer expenses
- Revision to Town Policy of Employee Recovery of Unused Sick Leave
- Qualifications of Firms to Provide Professional Engineering Services
- Request for Qualifications for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Water Meter Replacement Update
- Interim Town Manager Designation Policy Update