Sykesville public meetings in 2024

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will enter a closed session to consult with staff and legal counsel about pending litigation, specifically the Warfield lawsuits. No other business is on the agenda; the remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items.

• Closed session under Maryland Code §3-305(b)(8) for pending litigation – Warfield Lawsuits

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission will consider and vote on three applications: renovation of the west façade at 7611 Main Street, front porch repair and modification at 7557 Main Street, and a hanging sign at 7546 Main Street. The commission will also review minutes from previous meetings, receive a projects update including the Station Site Plan and Downtown Streetscape Plan, and approve 2025 meeting dates. The meeting is streamed live on YouTube.

• Consider/Discuss/Act on #2024-29 for renovations to west façade at 7611 Main Street
• Consider/Discuss/Act on #2024-30 for front porch repair and modification at 7557 Main Street
• Consider/Discuss/Act on #2024-31 for a hanging sign at 7546 Main Street
• Projects update: Station Site Plan and Downtown Streetscape Plan
• Approval of 2025 meeting dates

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will meet to discuss and potentially act on a bid award for the South End of Main Street Streetscape Project. Following the meeting, the Mayor and Council will conduct the annual Holiday Decorating Contest.

• Bid award for the South End of Main Street Streetscape Project

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will meet on December 9, 2024, to approve consent agenda items including the appointment of Daniel Mican to the Planning Commission and the approval of 2025 meeting dates. New business includes a presentation of the FY2023-2024 audit and a Mayor for a Day presentation. The council will then enter a closed session to discuss pending litigation related to the Warfield lawsuits.

• Appointment of Daniel Mican to the Planning Commission for a five-year term expiring July 2029
• Presentation of the FY2023–2024 Audit
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation – Warfield Lawsuits
• Approval of 2025 Meeting Dates and Holidays
• Mayor for a Day presentation – Cameron Schrack

Planning Commission

This meeting includes updates on county matters and two key development projects: Station Site Plans and South End Streetscape Plans. The commission will also approve prior minutes and receive town updates. No voting items are listed.

• Approval of November 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• County updates via staff report
• Discussion of Station Site Plans
• Discussion of South End Streetscape Plans
• Town updates from staff

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will meet to discuss personnel and legal matters in a closed session. The agenda does not list any public business items for decision or discussion.

• Closed session to discuss Warfield Lawsuits pending litigation
• Closed session regarding Town Treasurer Appointment

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission will review October meeting minutes and discuss the upcoming Visit with Santa event scheduled for December 7, 2024, from 3-6 PM. The meeting also includes town updates and adjournment.

• Review of October 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Visit with Santa event on December 7, 2024, 3-6 PM

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission will consider and potentially act on application #2024-29 for renovations to the west façade at 7611 Main Street and application #2024-30 for front porch repair and modification at 7557 Main Street. The commission will also receive a presentation on MD 250 by Gate House Museum Curator Adrienne Smith, along with approving prior meeting minutes and hearing staff and chair reports.

• Consider/Discuss/Act on #2024-29 for renovations to the west façade at 7611 Main Street
• Consider/Discuss/Act on #2024-30 for front porch repair and modification at 7557 Main Street
• Presentation of MD 250 – Adrienne Smith, Gate House Museum Curator
• Approval of minutes from October 23, 2024
• Staff Liaison Report and Commission Chair Report

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will discuss and possibly approve an Agreement for the Use of Alley as new business. They will also hear a presentation on Maryland 250 from the Gate House Curator. The consent agenda includes reappointing Judy Walters to the Board of Zoning Appeals. A closed session is proposed to discuss pending litigation related to Warfield lawsuits.

• Reappointment of Judy Walters to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a three-year term
• Presentation of Maryland 250 by Adrienne Smith, Gate House Curator
• Consideration and possible approval of an Agreement for the Use of Alley
• Proposed closed session to discuss pending litigation (Warfield Lawsuits)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a site plan for a residential addition at 7422 Springfield Avenue and consider updates to the Parkside at Warfield Stormwater Management Plan. They will also approve the October 7, 2024 minutes and set 2025 meeting dates.

• Site plan review – 7422 Springfield Avenue residential addition
• Review and approval of Parkside at Warfield Stormwater Management Plan updates
• County approval letter for stormwater plan
• Approval of 2025 meeting dates

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will hold a regular meeting on October 28, 2024. They will consider and potentially act on a capital purchase of a used Terex TL80 loader, as well as a new Parks and Recreation Coordinator job description. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a proclamation.

• Consider/discuss/act on approval of a capital purchase of a 2010 Terex TL80 loader (dollar amount not specified in agenda)
• Consider/discuss/act on Parks and Recreation Coordinator job description
• Consent agenda: Minutes from October 15, 2024
• Consent agenda: Municipal Government Works Month Proclamation
• Public comments limited to three minutes per person

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission will review September minutes and discuss upcoming events including a Visit with Santa event with a fundraising request from Pack 719, Trick or Treat on Main Street, a summer events debrief, and a Snack Shack refresh. No financial amounts or binding decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Visit with Santa – Pack 719 Fundraising Request by Ryan Herzing
• Trick or Treat on Main Street
• Summer Events Debrief
• Snack Shack Refresh

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider two applications: a hanging sign at 7550 Main Street and a residential alteration at 7344 Springfield Avenue. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and receive staff and chair reports.

• Consider/Discuss/Act on #2024-27 for a hanging sign at 7550 Main Street
• Consider/Discuss/Act on #2024-28 for residential alteration at 7344 Springfield Avenue
• Approval of minutes from September 25, 2024
• Staff Liaison Report including right-of-way discussion

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2024-06, which amends the code to authorize automated speed monitoring systems in school zones. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss pending litigation related to the Warfield lawsuits. Consent agenda includes approval of previous minutes, and staff will provide updates on finances and public safety.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2024-06 to authorize speed monitoring systems in school zones
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation (Warfield lawsuits)
• Treasurer's report and public safety report including auxiliary police updates
• Volunteer opportunities announced for Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, Crossing Guard, and Police Auxiliary

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review site plans for two properties: a Local Motive expansion at 7540 Main Street and a project at 7306 Springfield Avenue. The commission will also receive updates on the Enclave and Parkside developments.

• Site Plan Review – 7540 Main Street (Local Motive Expansion)
• Site Plan Review – 7306 Springfield Avenue
• Enclave and Parkside Development Updates
• Approval of August 5, 2024 minutes

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss upcoming events including the October Sykesville Cinema (Ghostbusters), Music in the Park, Trick or Treat on Main Street, Visit with Santa, and a Little Library request. No votes or financial decisions are on the agenda; items are for discussion and planning.

• October Sykesville Cinema featuring Ghostbusters
• Music in the Park event
• Trick or Treat on Main Street planning
• Visit with Santa event
• Little Library request discussion

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission will review and potentially act on application #2024-26 for a ground floor addition at 7422 Springfield Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July and August 2024.

• Consider/Discuss/Act on application #2024-26 for a ground floor addition at 7422 Springfield Avenue

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will discuss and act on a financing plan for the station and a proposal for the Gate House porch. The body will also consider an ordinance to authorize speed monitoring systems in school zones.

• Ordinance NO. 2024-06 regarding speed monitoring systems in school zones
• Station Financing Plan
• Gate House Porch Proposal by Herman Restoration, LLC
• Closed session regarding Warfield Lawsuits litigation

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider a funding request and a first amendment to the lease agreement for the Station Project with Stazione, Inc. They will also vote on awarding the FY2025 Paving Contract. Additionally, the council will reappoint Ken Johnson to the Planning Commission and hold closed sessions for the town manager's performance evaluation and pending litigation regarding Warfield lawsuits.

• Reappointment of Ken Johnson to the Planning Commission for a five-year term expiring July 2029
• Consideration of funding request and First Amendment to Lease Agreement for the Station Project (Stazione, Inc.)
• Award of the FY2025 Paving Contract (CPE, Inc., referencing On-Call Howard County Contract)
• Closed session for Town Manager performance evaluation and pending Warfield litigation

The Sykesville Town Council unanimously approved amendments to the Station building as presented by Stazione, Inc., and authorized up to $350,000 in town funding for construction, with a financing plan to be presented at the September 23 meeting. The council also approved a First Amendment to the lease, extending it to 25 years and adjusting rent abatement terms. Additionally, the council awarded the FY2025 paving contract to CPE, Inc. for up to $279,500.

• Approved Station building amendments as presented (unanimous)
• Approved up to $350,000 town funding for Station construction (unanimous)
• Approved First Amendment to Lease Agreement with Stazione, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025 paving contract with CPE, Inc. up to $279,500 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items excluding July 29 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 29, 2024 minutes with Dyer abstaining (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to discuss and act on two items regarding building renovations at 7611 Main Street. This includes a reapproval of a previous request and a new application for renovations.

• Reapproval of #2023-10 for building renovations at 7611 Main Street
• Application #2024-25 for building renovations at 7611 Main Street
• Approval of minutes from July 24, 2024

The Sykesville Historic District Commission reapproved a previously approved building renovation application (#2023-10) for 7611 Main Street, as the work had not been completed. They also approved a new application (#2024-25) for additional renovations to the same building, including siding, windows, a garage door, an ADA lift, a roof replacement, and a dormer, with specific conditions. Both approvals were unanimous.

• Reapproved application #2023-10 for building renovations at 7611 Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved application #2024-25 for building renovations at 7611 Main Street with conditions (unanimous)

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss upcoming community events. Business items include scheduling the September Sykesville Cinema showing of Super Mario Bros., reviewing Music in the Park, and planning the Fall Clean-up on September 21st. The meeting will also consider minutes from previous months, some of which lacked a quorum.

• September Sykesville Cinema (Super Mario Bros.) scheduling
• Music in the Park event review
• Fall Clean-up scheduled for September 21st
• Minutes approval for May 23, June 27 (no quorum), and July 25 (no quorum)

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council is meeting to conduct a closed session. The primary purpose of this session is to discuss the performance evaluation of the Town Manager.

• Closed session for Town Manager performance evaluation

The Sykesville Town Council met on August 19, 2024, and the only substantive action was a unanimous vote to enter closed session to discuss the Town Manager's performance evaluation, which is confidential personnel information. No decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned shortly after returning to open session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel evaluation (unanimous)
• Approved motion to return to open session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Sykesville Planning Commission will conduct a site plan review and consider approval for a property at 7611 Main Street. The agenda includes discussion of interior and exterior layout plans and a staff report. The meeting also covers approval of prior minutes and county updates.

• Site plan review and potential approval for 7611 Main Street
• Interior layout plan for the subject property
• Exterior site layout plan for the subject property

The Sykesville Planning Commission unanimously approved a site plan to redevelop the first-floor interior of 7611 Main Street from a pottery center into a multi-use space with two retail businesses and an office, with no exterior changes. The commission also approved the July 1, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates from Carroll County and town staff.

• Approved site plan for 7611 Main Street redevelopment (unanimous)
• Approved July 1, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council is meeting to conduct a closed session. The purpose of the session is to consult with staff and consultants regarding pending or potential litigation.

• Closed session regarding Warfield Lawsuits

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to review minutes from May and June, and discuss two upcoming events: an August showing of 'The Mighty Ducks' and a fall clean-up. No major decisions or funding items are on the agenda.

• August movie: 'The Mighty Ducks'
• Fall clean-up planning

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation (SPARC) meeting on July 25, 2024, lacked a quorum, so no formal decisions were made. The May 23 minutes and June 27 summary were tabled until the August 22 meeting. Commissioners discussed plans for the August movie, fall cleanup at Millard Cooper Park, and Music in the Park updates, but no votes were taken.

• Tabled May 23 minutes and June 27 summary until August 22 (no quorum)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 P.M. (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The commission will consider and act on application #2024-24 for gutter replacement at 7337 Springfield Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 26, 2024, and staff and chair reports.

• Consideration of application #2024-24 for gutter replacement at 7337 Springfield Avenue

The Sykesville Historic District Commission approved application #2024-24 for gutter replacement at 7337 Springfield Avenue, with a recommendation to replant a tree after removal. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 22, 2024 meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:12 P.M.

• Approved application #2024-24 for gutter replacement at 7337 Springfield Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 22, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will review minutes from the June 10, 2024, meeting and receive a public safety report regarding a License Plate Reader Memorandum of Understanding. The council also proposes entering a closed session to discuss purchasing real property within town limits and pending Warfield lawsuits.

• Consideration of purchasing real property within Town Limits
• Public Safety Report on License Plate Reader Memorandum of Understanding
• Discussion regarding Warfield Lawsuits
• Review of June 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The meeting consists of procedural items and staff reports. The commission will approve the May 6, 2024, minutes and review ongoing projects.

• Approval of May 6, 2024, minutes
• Review of ongoing projects and updates

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission will review the minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting. The commission will also discuss updates regarding the July Movie, Food Donations, Let Freedom Ring Parade, and Music In the Park.

• Approval of May 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• July Movie update
• Food Donations discussion
• Let Freedom Ring Parade update
• Music In the Park update

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review minutes from the May 22, 2024 meeting. The commission will also consider application #2024-23 regarding tree removal at 7332 Springfield Avenue.

• Tree removal request for 7332 Springfield Avenue (#2024-23)
• Review of May 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance No. 2024-05 to amend the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget. The agenda also includes staff updates regarding the treasurer's report and public safety. A mayoral proclamation for Pride Month is scheduled.

• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance No. 2024-05 to amend the FY 2023-2024 budget
• Approval of May 28, 2024 minutes
• Treasurer’s Report and Public Safety Report
• Mayoral Pride Month Proclamation

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 2024-04, which amends Chapter 19 of the town code to change elected officials' salaries starting in fiscal year 2026. The council will also consider introducing Ordinance 2024-05 to amend the current fiscal year's adopted budget. The meeting includes public comments, consent agenda approval of minutes, and reports from staff and committees.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2024-04 to amend elected officials' salaries starting FY2026
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-05 to amend the FY2023-2024 adopted budget
• Approval of minutes from May 13, 2024
• Volunteer opportunities on Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, Crossing Guard, and Police Auxiliary

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve April minutes and discuss upcoming business, including the June movie, snack shack preparation, food donations, and a debrief of the Skate Jam event. The agenda is routine operational planning with no major policy decisions or contracts.

• Approval of April 25, 2024 minutes
• June movie planning
• Snack shack preparation
• Food donations discussion
• Skate Jam debrief

Historic District Commission

The commission will review several applications regarding exterior property changes. These include stucco replacement, a garden retaining wall, and deck repairs.

• Stucco replacement at 7435 Springfield Avenue (#2024-20)
• Garden retaining wall at 7111 Sisco Way (#2024-21)
• Deck repair at 7423 Spout Hill Road (#2024-22)

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider adopting the FY2024-2025 budget and tax rates, award a road paving contract, and introduce an ordinance to change elected officials' salaries starting in FY2026. The meeting also includes public comments, consent agenda approval, and a closed session on pending litigation.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 2024-03 for FY2024-2025 budget and tax rates
• Award of FY2024 Paving Contract (RFP for road paving)
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-04 amending Chapter 19 to adjust elected officials' salaries starting FY2026
• Closed session on pending litigation (Warfield Lawsuits)

Planning Commission

The Sykesville Planning Commission will review a site plan for the Village Road island and sign, including staff reports and images of the old and new signs. The meeting also includes approval of the April 1, 2024 minutes, a county update, and town updates.

• Site Plan Review - Village Road Island and Sign
• Approval of April 1, 2024 minutes
• County update staff report
• Town updates

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve the March 28, 2024 minutes and discuss three business items: the Skate Jam event, new signs, and the 2025 movie selection. The agenda is otherwise routine, with town updates and adjournment.

• Approval of March 28, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Skate Jam event
• Discussion of new signs
• Discussion of 2025 movie selection

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission will consider and vote on 11 applications for exterior changes to properties in the historic district, including roof, window, awning, fence, walkway, and siding work. Each item includes a staff report and application review. The meeting is open to the public and streamed online.

• Roof replacement at 729 Oklahoma Avenue (#2024-09)
• Window replacement at 7541 Main Street (#2024-10)
• Awning at 7568 Main Street (#2024-11)
• Fence at 7565 Main Street (#2024-12)
• ADA-compliant walkway at 7610 Main Street (#2024-13)

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider introducing Ordinance No. 2024-03, which adopts the annual budget and sets tax rates for fiscal year 2024-2025. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals and Parks and Recreation Commission, as well as proclamations for Earth Day and Arbor Day. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Introduction of Ordinance No. 2024-03: annual budget and tax rates for FY2024-2025
• Appointment of Paul Mueller to the Board of Zoning Appeals (term expiring August 2026)
• Reappointment of Nick Sheets and Eric Valenstein to the Parks and Recreation Commission (terms expiring April 2027)
• Proclamation for Earth Day, April 22, 2024
• Proclamation for Arbor Day, April 26, 2024

Planning Commission

The Sykesville Planning Commission is meeting to review a site plan for 7503 Village Rd, along with receiving a county update and approving minutes from a prior meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other major items listed.

• Site plan review for 7503 Village Rd
• County update from staff report
• Approval of February 5, 2024 minutes

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve February minutes and discuss upcoming events including a September movie, Easter Egg Hunt, spring park cleanup, and Skate Jam, as well as new signs. The agenda is mostly routine planning with no major decisions or financial details listed.

• Approval of February 22, 2024 minutes
• September Movie planning
• Easter Egg Hunt and ScavenEGGer Hunt
• Spring Park Cleanup
• Skate Jam and New Signs

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission will meet to consider three applications: a wall sign at 7625 Main Street, wall signs and sidewalk repair at 6935 Warfield Avenue, and a fence and greenhouse at 7546 Norwood Avenue. The commission will also approve minutes from the February 28 meeting and hear staff and chair reports.

• Application #2024-06: applied wall sign at 7625 Main Street
• Application #2024-07: applied wall signs and sidewalk repair at 6935 Warfield Avenue
• Application #2024-08: fence and greenhouse at 7546 Norwood Avenue
• Minutes from February 28, 2024
• Staff Liaison and Commission Chair reports

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider a request from Girl Scout Troop 1633 to paint storm drains, hear a presentation from Flight Fiber, and vote on a contract for the Millard Cooper Park Pedestrian Bridge rehabilitation. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss pending litigation related to Warfield lawsuits.

• Request to paint storm drains by Girl Scout Troop 1633
• Presentation by Flight Fiber
• Millard Cooper Park Pedestrian Bridge rehabilitation contract
• Closed session on pending litigation (Warfield lawsuits)

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider and potentially vote on three items: adopting the Carroll County Hazard Mitigation Plan, purchasing playground equipment for a linear trail, and approving a stormwater project on Central Avenue. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with minutes and a commission reappointment, plus a closed session to discuss pending litigation related to Warfield lawsuits.

• Resolution No. 2024-03: Adoption of Carroll County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Linear Trail equipment purchase from Bienenstock (log clusters, bench, couch, fort)
• Central Avenue Stormwater Project with Bright Construction proposal
• Reappointment of Richard McCullough to Historic District Commission (term to March 2027)
• Closed session for pending litigation (Warfield lawsuits)

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission is meeting to consider two applications: one for an applied wall sign at 7538 Main Street and another for a business sign at 7547 Main Street plus a water bottle filling station at 731 Oklahoma Avenue. They will also review minutes from January 24 and 26, 2024, and hear staff and commission reports.

• Application #2024-04: applied wall sign at 7538 Main Street
• Application #2024-05: business sign at 7547 Main Street and water bottle filling station at 731 Oklahoma Avenue
• Minutes from January 24 and 26, 2024
• Staff Liaison Report and Commission Chair Report

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider and possibly act on Resolution 2024-02, which would adopt revised Historic District Guidelines. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a new appointment to the Historic District Commission. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Resolution 2024-02: Historic District Guidelines Revision (with staff report and Exhibit A)
• Appointment of Matther Clever to the Historic District Commission (three-year term expiring February 2027)
• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2024
• Volunteer opportunities: Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Crossing Guard, Police Auxiliary

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission (SPARC) is meeting to approve the minutes from January 25, 2024, and discuss several upcoming community events. The main business items include approving a new SPARC logo, planning the Sykesville Skate Jam, and organizing the Easter Egg Hunt and ScavenEGGer Hunt. The agenda also includes town updates.

• Approval of January 25, 2024 minutes
• SPARC Logo Approval
• Sykesville Skate Jam planning
• Easter Egg Hunt and ScavenEGGer Hunt planning

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance No. 2024-02 regarding the FY2024 budget revision. The meeting also includes an annual presentation by the Downtown Sykesville Connection.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2024-02 (FY2024 Budget Revision)
• Annual presentation by Downtown Sykesville Connection
• Closed session regarding pending Warfield lawsuits

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the 2023 Annual Report and a staff report. The meeting also includes a public hearing closure and preliminary plan update for Enclave at Parkside.

• Enclave at Parkside: Close Public Hearing and Preliminary Plan Update
• Review of 2023 Annual Report

Sykesville Parks & Recreation (SPARC)

The Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes from November 2023 and discuss the 2024 event schedule, a new SPARC logo, the Sparky costume, and the Sykesville Skate Jam. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Approval of November 16, 2023 minutes
• 2024 Event Schedule
• SPARC Logo
• Sparky Costume
• Sykesville Skate Jam

Historic District Commission

The Sykesville Historic District Commission is meeting to consider three applications for business signs on Main Street. The meeting was continued to Friday, January 26, at 11 AM via Zoom. The commission will also review minutes from December 27, 2023, and hear staff and chair reports.

• Application #2024-01 for business signs at 7568 Main Street
• Application #2024-02 for business sign at 7550 Main Street
• Application #2024-03 for business signs at 7520 Main Street
• Minutes from December 27, 2023

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will close a public hearing and consider acting on Ordinance 2024-01, which amends zoning rules for conditional uses in the B-L Local Business District. The council will also introduce Ordinance 2024-02, a FY2024 budget revision, with a staff report and draft spreadsheet. The agenda includes public comments, consent items, and routine reports.

• Close public hearing and act on Ordinance 2024-01 amending Chapter 180 Zoning, Article X B-L Local Business District conditional uses
• Introduce Ordinance 2024-02: FY2024 Budget Revision with staff report and draft spreadsheet
• Approve minutes from January 8, 2023
• Volunteer opportunities on Historic District Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Police Auxiliary

Town Council Meetings

The Sykesville Town Council will consider a zoning map amendment for 7306 Springfield Avenue, introduce and hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 2024-01 amending conditional uses in the B-L Local Business District, and vote on a resolution to allow alcohol at Downtown Sykesville Connection events. The meeting also includes public comments, consent agenda approval of prior minutes, and staff updates.

• Petition for Zoning Map Amendment at 7306 Springfield Avenue
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 2024-01 amending Chapter 180, Article X, §180-62 (conditional uses in B-L district)
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2024-01
• Resolution No. 2024-01 allowing alcohol at Downtown Sykesville Connection events
• Volunteer opportunities on Historic District Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Police Auxiliary

Planning Commission

The Sykesville Planning Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive a county update, and ratify a report and recommendation on a petition for a zoning map amendment for 7306 Springfield Avenue. The meeting is open to the public and streamed online.

• Ratification of report and recommendation for zoning map amendment at 7306 Springfield Avenue
• Approval of minutes from December 4, 2023
• County update via staff report