Garrett Park Town Council adopts new Town Hall rental fee policy; contract awards for park and road projects remain undecided
The Garrett Park Town Council adopted a new Town Hall rental fee schedule at its July 13, 2026 meeting, while contract awards for the Cambria Park Improvements Project and FY 2027 Roadway Improvements Project were presented by staff but no council votes were recorded in the available minutes.
Town Hall Rental Fees Adopted
The council passed Resolution No. 2026-4, adopting an updated Town Hall rental fee schedule and revoking all prior rental policies. The new policy took effect immediately and remains in force until rescinded or replaced. The council also directed staff to refund any alcohol and piano fees for reservations made before the resolution for events occurring after its adoption.
Cambria Park Improvements: Staff Recommends SFMS, LLC
A Town Manager's staff memo recommended awarding the Cambria Park Improvements Project to Superior Facilities Management Services (SFMS, LLC) at a total price of $207,379. The memo noted that four responsive bids were received and that SFMS, LLC was the low bidder. Staff recommended against accepting any of the three sand-cap alternates. No council vote or final decision was recorded in the minutes.
FY 2027 Roadway Improvements: Staff Recommends Espina Paving
A separate Town Manager's memo, dated July 13, 2026, recommended awarding Contract #205.029 for FY 2027 roadway improvements to Espina Paving for $328,500. The memo included bid results showing Espina Paving as the lowest responsive bid. No council vote or formal approval of the award was recorded.
Manager's Report: Leaf Blower Ban, Yeandle Park, Town Hall Renovation
The FY 2026 closeout is pending, so no financial report was provided for June. A Montgomery County noise-law ban on gas-powered leaf blowers takes effect August 1. The town purchased battery-operated blowers for about $7,800 and plans to auction the gas units. The Yeandle Park construction project is near completion, with a punch-list walk scheduled for the week of July 13. Federal grant paperwork for the Town Hall renovation continues, with Davis-Bacon prevailing-wage requirements confirmed.
Parks Advisory Committee Nomination
The mayor submitted a nomination for Aruna Lepore to fill a vacant seat on the Parks Advisory Committee, with a term ending April 2028. The nomination is supported by Councilmember Deutsch. No council vote or decision was recorded in the minutes.
Accessory Dwelling Units Discussed, No Action Taken
The Town Manager sent a memo to the mayor and council outlining Maryland's new Accessory Dwelling Unit law (HB 1466/SB 891) and its requirements. The memo highlighted current five-foot setbacks, parking rules, and options for modifying setbacks or parking requirements, and requested the council discuss these matters. No votes, approvals, or other actions were recorded.
Coming Up
No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days. Readers should check the town's official channels for any newly scheduled sessions or committee meetings.