August 9, 2004 Commissioners Meeting Minutes

August 9, 2004

ATTENDING: President Richard Allan, Commissioners Robert Heritage and Michael Acierno, and Clerk-Treasurer Susan Johnson. The meeting began at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

MINUTES: The minutes for June were approved.

FINANCIAL REPORT: The financial report was reviewed and accepted.

REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:

1. Operations and Maintenance – Public Spaces. President Allan commented on the fact that the developer- installed decorative town light on Water Street (the first one) is surrounded by small trees and scrub brush. He indicated at the same time that there was significant overgrowth from this light along and in the Town right-of-way back toward Market Street along the Rotter property. President Allan suggested that it would be appropriate and desirable to have this area cleaned up and asked that the commissioners walk the area to determine the right-of-way and to further review the situation. Ms. Johnson would then be able to meet with the town landscaper contractor to get a cost proposal. Ms. Johnson pointed out that Arbor Care would be coming at the end of the month to remove the trees/branches by schoolhouse as well as the limbs behind the Academy. There was also discussion of an ongoing problem with a resident that has been maintaining building supplies and general debris on his property that has resulted in several complaints. President Allan will write a letter requesting that the resident clean up his property.
Sidewalks. President Allan reported that the State Highway Administration was completing its survey activity regarding the proposed sidewalks on the west side of High Street (Rt. 97) from Church Street to the Longwood ball fields.
Signs – The Town has received draft designs for the signs for the Brookeville Angel, millstone and schoolhouse. President Allan and town resident Miche Booz are reviewing and preparing comments on the signs.

2. Schoolhouse Restoration – The electrical work has been completed. We are currently waiting for the insulation to go in and then carpenter Walter Blank will install the interior walls followed by drywall ceilings.

3. Future Development – The Sheahin property has been sold. The new developer has met with the Planning Commission and wants to put up four Ryan Classic homes with some modifications to meet Town and Historic Preservation Commission building and design guidelines. He plans to meet with the HPC for preliminary consultation. President Allan attended the Planning Commission meeting as well.

4. Miscellaneous Management Improvement Issues – President Allan suggested that the Town Commissioners might benefit from the use of some sort of task management software. This would replace the use of manual lists of tasks and would enable everyone to have a clear idea of what Town priorities and goals and objectives are at any given time, including current status, whose responsible for action items, and completion dates. He stated that such a system would provide much greater efficiency and improve communication among the commissioners and the Clerk-Treasurer. Commissioner Acierno stated that he has a program that he uses for work that may be suitable for a Windows system. He will check into it and determine if it would be appropriate for the town. Commissioner Acierno also installed a new external hard drive on the Town computer to ensure that there is a back up capability.

5. Insurance – President Allan reported that LGIT will be reducing the Town insurance premium to reflect cancellation of the LGIT health insurance program plan and resultant cost savings to all LGIT clients.

6. Possible Traffic Signal – President Allan reported that the SHA has completed performing the survey work preliminary to the possible installation of a traffic control device at the Market/High Streets intersection. All the commissioners expressed concern that the SHA had not been especially forthcoming on this project. It was felt that a traffic light could improve safety at what has always been a dangerous intersection, particularly with the growth of commuter traffic in all directions. The commissioners, however, are concerned that the light might be configured to allow for continuous north-south traffic flow that could present significant problems for town residents and faster and more dangerous traffic flow.

7. Newsletter – President Allan suggested that the newsletter needed a new look and a new name. It was decided to go back to calling it the Brookeville Times. Commissioner Acierno said he would work on some draft proposals for a new masthead and format for review by the commissioners.

NEW BUSINESS

President Allan introduced a LGIT annual mandatory participation amendment for adoption. Commissioner Acierno made a motion to adopt the amendment and Commissioner Heritage seconded it. The motion passed unanimously.

The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m. The next meeting is scheduled for September 13, 2004 at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

Respectfully submitted,

___________________________
Susan Johnson
Clerk-Treasurer

June 14, 2004 Commissioners Meeting Minutes

June 14, 2004

ATTENDING: President Richard Allan, Commissioners Robert Heritage and Michael Acierno, and Clerk-Treasurer Susan Johnson. Two observers were also in attendance – a Boy Scout fulfilling requirements for a merit badge in communications was accompanied by his father. The meeting began at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

Michael Acierno was sworn in by President Allan and took the oath of office as Commissioner for a two-year term.

MINUTES: The minutes for May were approved as amended.

FINANCIAL REPORT: The financial report was reviewed and accepted. At the suggestion of President Allan, Commissioner Acierno has agreed to review the adequacy of the Quicken financial software now being used and to look at the current budget and account categories for possible modifications for management improvement purposes.

REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:

1. Operations and Maintenance – Public Spaces. Resident David Yinger repaired and reset a segment of sidewalk at 209 Market Street that had become a safety hazard to pedestrians. President Allan asked Ms. Johnson to begin to get bids for repainting and cleaning the Town decorative light posts and for painting the exterior trim of the Brookeville Academy. President Allan reported that he had sent an email to Councilman Mike Knapp concerning the intersection of Brookeville Road and Georgia Avenue. He pointed out that there were several fallen trees and excessive underbrush growth that looked very unsightly. David Yinger advised that he had inspected the damaged (bent) Welcome to Brookeville sign at Brookeville Road and concluded that it would be difficult to straighten out and might require a new bracket. Commissioner Heritage said he would look at the sign as well. Mark Ennes reported to Ms. Johnson that the wooden base of the Brookeville Angel might have a termite problem. Ms. Johnson said she would have an exterminator look at it. She also indicated that she was waiting for Arbor Care to submit its estimate for tree work at the Academy and at the schoolhouse. Ms. Johnson reported that a three-year contract was signed with Waste Management for waste removal and recycling. The new contract represents a significant price increase but it was noted that the previous three years reflected significant undercharges to the Town.

2. Schoolhouse Restoration. President Alan reported that the schoolhouse is in Phase II of the project and could be completed by early September. The schoolhouse will be open to the public on June 26 for Montgomery County Heritage Days as a restoration project in progress. Diane Allan will be hosting and students will be solicited as volunteers for Community Service Hours. President Allan added that he would like to begin work on a plan for specific uses of the schoolhouse once restoration work is completed.

3. Water Street. The street signpost has been re-erected by the developer but without the new signage attached. Commissioner Heritage said that he would look at the pole and try to install the individual street signs.

4. Elections. Michael Acierno won the election for Town Commissioner over incumbent Les Unglesbee by a margin of just three votes out of a total of 48. There was a 67% turnout of eligible voters.

5. Miscellaneous Technical Issues. President Allan said that the Town should consider the process of digitizing its Code of Ordinances. Commissioner Acierno will do an overall review of existing technology equipment and software. He suggested purchasing a hard drive back-up. That was agreed to.

6. Insurance. President Allan reported that LGIT will be reducing the Town insurance premium to reflect cancellation of the LGIT health insurance program plan and resultant cost savings to LGIT clients.

7. Bypass. President Allan reported that the SHA was performing preliminary survey work regarding the possibility of installing a traffic control device at the Market/High Streets intersection. He also reported that he had several discussions with SHA officials on this matter to express concern that the Town had not been properly informed or consulted about this potential traffic light or its operation.

NEW BUSINESS

President Allan reported that Montgomery County had sent a letter to all towns for which they collect property taxes that a fee will begin to be charged for that service starting this tax year. Brookeville will be exempt from such a fee because it falls below the population threshold.

The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m. The next meeting is scheduled for July 12, 2004 at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

Respectfully submitted,

___________________________
Susan Johnson
Clerk-Treasurer

May 10, 2004 Commissioners Meeting Minutes

May 10, 2004

ATTENDING: President Richard Allan, Commissioners Robert Heritage and Les Unglesbee, Clerk-Treasurer Susan Johnson and resident Fred Teal were in attendance. The meeting began at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

MINUTES: The minutes for April were unavailable.

FINANCIAL REPORT: The financial report was reviewed and accepted.

Oath of Office: President Allan swore in Fred Teal as a Planning Commissioner.

REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:

1. Town Operations- Both of the large trees in front of 209 Market St. have been cut down and removed. Mrs. Johnson asked if the Commissioners wanted the stumps removed. The Commissioners decided to leave them flush to the ground and not incur any additional costs.

2. Election – The Town election is on May 11 from 4:00 – 9:00 at the Brookeville Academy. Margaret VanGelder, Supervisor of Elections, received self-nominations from Commissioner Unglesbee and Michael Acierno for the single Commissioner=s position.

3. Budget – President Allan presented the preliminary 2004-2005 budget. Most of the meeting was spent reviewing discussing, and editing the draft. President Allan will revise the budget accordingly and the Commissioners will review it again on May 18th at the Commissioner’s meeting prior to the annual town meeting.

NEW BUSINESS

The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. The next meeting is on June 14, 2004 at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan L. Johnson
Clerk-Treasurer

April 20, 2004 Commissioners Meeting Minutes

April 20, 2004

ATTENDING: President Richard Allan, Commissioners Robert Heritage and Les Unglesbee, Clerk-Treasurer Susan Johnson and resident Debbie Grippaudo were in attendance. The meeting began at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

MINUTES: The minutes for March were approved.

FINANCIAL REPORT: The financial report was reviewed and accepted.

REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:

1. Operations and Maintenance:
Public Maintenance. – Commissioner Unglesbee reported that he contacted Montgomery Sanitation, a solid waste vendor, which services the Town of Laytonsville and several other municipalities, and requested a proposal for trash and recycling services for the Town.
Commissioners Heritage and Unglesbee reported that Greenskeeper, the Town’s maintenance landscape contractor, has not cleaned the gutters or the sidewalks on the west side of Market Street. Greenskeeper also has not cleaned up the fence line at Rotter’s property. Mrs. Johnson was directed to contact Greenskeeper and to review and clarify its performance requirements under the existing contract. Commissioner Heritage and Unglesbee also raised the subject of several homeowners who are not keeping their property clean and trash free. They also indicated that some homeowners have abandoned cars on their property. President Allan said he would review the Town’s options and communicate with the owners involved.

2. Schoolhouse Restoration-President Allan reported he will be meeting with Miche Booz, Suzanne Friis and Walter Blank on April 23 at 4:00 p.m. at the Brookeville schoolhouse to discuss Phase II restoration plans dealing with the interior of the building. He announced that the schoolhouse will be open for the County Heritage Days weekend on June 26th from 12-4 p.m. Resident Diane Allan will oversee the opening with several other volunteers.

3. Maryland Municipal League, Montgomery Chapter- It was reported that President Allan will be inducted into the Municipal Officials Hall of Fame for having served for 20 or more years as an elected official at the Maryland Municipal League’s Convention in Ocean City in June.

4. Budget – President Allan reported he would work on a preliminary 2004-2005 budget to review during an upcoming work session of the Commissioners to be scheduled.

NEW BUSINESS

Resident Debbie Grippaudo raised had questions about the process for replacing the siding on her house. She was informed that she would need to submit a Historic Area Work Permit to the Historic Preservation Commission.

President Allan reported that the Town of Brookeville was listed as among the best “small” neighborhood in the Washington area in the April issue of Washingtonian magazine.

Mrs. Johnson reported that the traffic problem on Route 97 (Georgia Ave) in Brookeville was on Fox 5 news several weeks ago. No one in town was interviewed for this.

The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. The next meeting is on May 10, 2004 at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan L. Johnson
Clerk-Treasurer

March 8, 2004 Commissioners Meeting Minutes

March 8, 2004

ATTENDING: President Richard Allan, Commissioners Robert Heritage and Les Unglesbee, and Clerk-Treasurer Susan Johnson were in attendance. The meeting began at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

MINUTES: The minutes for January were accepted as amended.

FINANCIAL REPORT: The financial report was reviewed and accepted.

REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:

1. Operations and Maintenance:
Public Maintenance. Ms. Johnson and Diane Allan met with a representative from Hawkins Floors to discuss refinishing the wood floors in the Brookeville Academy. They are currently waiting on an estimate. Leary Trucking is resurfacing North and South St. The Town has set up a maintenance schedule with Leary that provides for resurfacing these streets in the spring with a review process in the fall to examine their condition and maintain accordingly. A bulk item trash pick up has been scheduled for April 24. Notices will be sent to all residents. Ms. Johnson has received a landscape maintenance bid from Greenskeeper Landscapes. She is awaiting another bid. President Allan asked Mrs. Johnson to get bids on cleaning/painting all of the town lampposts. Commissioner Heritage said he would give her the number of posts in town. Mrs. Johnson will also be getting bids to paint the first floor interior and the original building exterior of the Brookeville Academy.

President Allan is meeting with a State Highway Administration hydraulic engineer on March 12th to discuss the water drainage problems on High Street (Georgia Avenue). SHA has informed President Allan that they will be replacing the current curb/gutter and culvert in front of the Yinger’s house on Georgia Avenue. They are referring the issue of crosswalks to the traffic division. Finally, they will be contacting Maryland Historical Trust to discuss recurbing and new sidewalks from Bell & Frech Accountants past the Brookeville Academy and further south.

2. Schoolhouse Restoration Most of the exterior work has been completed. The exterior painting of the siding is scheduled for this month. The town is hoping to have this complete by March 31st in time for meeting application requirements for the Montgomery Preservation, Inc. preservation awards competition.

3. Water Street- President Allan suggested that we speak to Mr. Rotter about helping clear out his outbuilding for the special trash pick up. Mr. Crane has reinstalled the brick sidewalk on both sides of the street as he completes the subdivision development on Water Street.

4.Election – Letters will be going out to all residents notifying them of the election on May 11. The deadline for submitting nominations is April 21. Commissioner Unglesbee’s term expires this year.

5. Budget – The Commissioners and Clerk-Treasurer met with Joe McCathran from Linton, Shafer and Company, the Town’s accounting firm to discuss implementing GASB #34 for the next fiscal budget. Mr. McCathran reviewed what is required from smaller towns. He will be sending President Allan some examples from other towns’ financial reports.

NEW BUSINESS

No new business

The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. The next meeting is on April 12, 2004 at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan L. Johnson
Clerk-Treasurer

February 9, 2004 Commissioners Meeting Minutes

February 9, 2004

ATTENDING: President Richard Allan, Commissioners Robert Heritage and Les Unglesbee, Clerk-Treasurer Susan Johnson and Terri Hogan from the Olney Gazette were also in attendance. The meeting began at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

MINUTES: The minutes for January were accepted as amended.

FINANCIAL REPORT: The financial report was reviewed and accepted.

REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:

1. Operations and Maintenance:
Public Maintenance. There was further discussion regarding the service provided by Waste Management since the meeting of the Commissioners with WM’s representative last month. It was noted that service has improved although there have been some missed pick-ups. Commissioner Unglesbee reported that he spoke with the driver who indicated that he was new on this route. The current issue is that the trash truck will not go down Water Street due to safety concerns arising from the need to back up or on to the Georgia Avenue intersection. The smaller recycling truck has no problem in this regard. Ms. Johnson was asked to set up a meeting with the supervisors of trash and recycling to discuss whether anything can be done to address the problem. President Allan asked Ms. Johnson to also check with Laytonsville to see what company they are using and what the rate structure is.
Academy. President Allan noted there have been problems with renters rearranging furniture from floor to floor as well as failure to move it back to its original placement. The Commissioners decided to add the “furniture clause” from the “Use Requirements” document to the formal rental contract. The renters will be asked to sign off on it. There will also be a charge for moving furniture that will be added prior to the event as well as after the event. Currently it is a onetime charge.

2. Schoolhouse Restoration-President Allan reported he will be meeting with Miche Booz to discuss final details on concluding Phase I of the restoration dealing with the exterior and plans for Phase II dealing with the interior of the building.

3. Water Street- The Town received a reply from Crane Homes addressing the concerns of the Planning Commission concerning compliance with all the conditions of the subdivision. All of the work to be done outside will be started as soon as the weather warms up.

4. Maryland Municipal League, Montgomery Chapter- President Allan stated that County Executive, Doug Duncan will attend the February 9th meeting. At the January chapter meeting, Charlie Watkins, District 3 Engineer, and other officials from the State Highway Administration attended. President Allan spoke to Mr. Watkins about several ongoing concerns in the Town. These concerns included raised crosswalks from the Academy to the Church and on Market Street at the intersection, curbing and culvert maintenance in front of David Yinger’s house, drainage problems on Georgia Avenue at the south entrance to town, and sidewalks and curbing at the Academy and along Georgia Avenue. A meeting was scheduled in Town on February 23rd with Daryl Mobley and Dennis Ingram from the SHA. President Allan also will be sending a letter to SHA Administrator Neil Pederson summarizing Town concerns.

5. Budget – President Allan reported that the Town will have to implement GASB #34 for the next fiscal budget. The Governmental Accounting Standards Board is the accepted standard setting body for established governmental and financial reporting principles. Statement 34 establishes new requirements for annual financial reports by State and local governments and will apply to Brookeville this coming fiscal year (2004-2005). He asked Ms. Johnson to set up a meeting with the Town’s accounting firm to discuss the details of this requirement and in preparation for the annual budget process. President Allan also stated that he would like to consider for the coming year codification of the Town Code of Ordinances.

NEW BUSINESS

Laytonsville Bypass – President Allan was asked by Laytonsville Mayor Willard Oland to share his insights and advice at a Laytonsville Town Council Work Session in January on a proposed Laytonsville Bypass of Route 108.

The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. The next meeting is on March 8, 2004 at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan L. Johnson
Clerk-Treasurer

January 12, 2004 Commissioners Meeting Minutes

January 12, 2004

ATTENDING: President Richard Allan, Commissioner Robert Heritage and Clerk-Treasurer Susan Johnson. Chris Scanlon, Chair of the Planning Commission, Bill Thomas, representative from Waste Management and Paul Geib, town resident were also in attendance. The meeting began at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

MINUTES: The minutes for December were accepted as amended.

FINANCIAL REPORT: The financial report was reviewed and accepted.

REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:

1. Operations and Maintenance:
Public Maintenance. Bill Thomas, who is a representative from Waste Management, the Town=s trash/recycling contractor, came to discuss the recent problems the Town has been having with the trash and recycling collection. These problems have included missing properties for pick-up and not picking up at all from South Street. Mr. Thomas stated that there was a large shake-up in the company that contributed to the performance problems and he has been working closely with the supervisor of the route to get them fixed. Ms Johnson prepared a map of all of the properties in town. Mr. Thomas said that he will review the map with the driver to ensure coverage of all properties. He was advised to incorporate the two additional households on Water Street. Mr. Thomas will be reviewing the current contract and indicated there may be a slight increase in rates.

President Allan suggested that Ms. Johnson begin to start getting quotes for cleaning and repainting of the street lights. Ms. Johnson noted she is also working with Diane Allan on scheduling the hardwood floors at the Academy for refinishing. Ms. Johnson indicated that all of the Pepco street lights that are out of service have been reported to Pepco. It was agreed that the Academy first floor interior and the exterior trim of the Academy building need to be repainted.

2. Schoolhouse Restoration The roof has been installed and the contractor will paint it once the weather gets warmer. Ms. Johnson has submitted all the forms required for the Program Open Space funds from the State previously approved for this project.

3. Water Street- Chris Scanlon discussed the current problems the Planning Commission has been having with the timely fulfillment of all construction and development performance conditions by Crane Homes. President Alan suggested that the Town Commissioners would support aggressive action as necessary to ensure acceptable completion of the development. Mr. Scanlon will write a letter to Crane Homes addressing all of the concerns and forward it to President Allan for review prior to its dispatch.

NEW BUSINESS

Resident Paul Geib attended the meeting to discuss plans that he submitted on behalf of Salem United Methodist Church for a large sign on Church property advertising its new website. The Commissioners expressed concern over the size of the proposed sign which would be 15 feet long. President Allan suggested that different configurations, including smaller sized ones, be considered and that Mr. Geib seek design advice from Historic Preservation Commission staff. Mr. Geib welcomed the feedback and indicated the design was in its early stages and that he was going to speak further with the church board to get its feedback as well.

The Town received a $100 donation form the Boy Scout troop that meets at the Academy every month. President Allan expressed appreciation to the Scouts for the gift and suggested that the money be used to help pay for a new flagpole.

The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. The next meeting is on February 9 at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan L. Johnson
Clerk-Treasurer

December 8, 2003 Commissioners Meeting Minutes

December 8, 2003

ATTENDING: President Richard Allan, Commissioner Les Unglesbee, and Clerk-Treasurer Susan Johnson, were in attendance. The meeting began at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

MINUTES: The minutes for November were read and accepted as amended.

FINANCIAL REPORT: The financial report was reviewed and accepted.

REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:
1. MML Chapter Update – President Allan attended the annual Maryland Municipal League Montgomery County Chapter dinner meeting at Rockville=s Glenview Mansion with the State legislative delegation representatives for Montgomery County. He indicated that while the event did not seem as well attended as the previous year, key elected officials were there. Brookeville sponsored District 14 delegates Karen Montgomery and Herman Taylor. President Allan was able to speak to a number of delegates and Senators regarding the importance of funding the Brookeville Bypass.

2. Bordly Drive -The road is now open to traffic. Terri Hogan from the Olney Gazette ran an article on the front page concerning the completion of this important project. The commissioners are hopeful that many commuters will choose Bordly Dr. rather than Market St. as their route of choice.

3. Bypasses – President Allan reported that the Montgomery County Council met to discuss and decide on specific transportation priorities for the coming year. The Brookeville Bypass went into the meeting listed as #seven. The council was only going to send forward six projects. In addition to Delegate Karen Montgomery=s lobbying, President Allan sent several e-mails to the council members and at the end of the day, the Bypass was moved up a notch and included in the final cut.

NEW BUSINESS

Salem United Methodist Church requested information on the procedure for putting up a new sign advertising their website. The commissioners stated that any sign proposal should be presented to them with size, wording and placement indicated.

Resolution for Heritage Area – Commissioner Unglesbee made a motion seconded by President Allan that the Town support through a resolution the County=s proposed Heritage Area under the new State plan. The Town is a key part of the historic communities selected for this program and it has been involved in the development of this program. The resolution was passed.

The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. The next meeting is on December 8 at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m. The next meeting is on February 9, 2004 at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan L. Johnson
Clerk-Treasurer

November 10, 2003 Commissioners Meeting Minutes

November 10, 2003

ATTENDING: President Richard Allan, Commissioners Robert Heritage and Les Unglesbee, Clerk-Treasurer Susan Johnson, and Terri Hogan from the Olney Gazette were in attendance. The meeting began at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

MINUTES: The minutes for September were read and accepted as submitted.

FINANCIAL REPORT: The financial report was reviewed and accepted.

REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:
1. Operations and Maintenance:
Public Maintenance. Susan Johnson reported that the quarterly HVAC maintenance and the yearly fire extinguisher service have been completed. The streetlight that was damaged during the hurricane Isabelle is on order and should be delivered to the electrical installer in January. The commissioners also approved gravel for North and South Streets.

2. Schoolhouse Restoration The roof work is to start next week. Mrs. Johnson prepared a worksheet on all schoolhouse expenses and the budget that was reviewed by the commissioners. She has also gone over the worksheet with Miche Booz who is overseeing the project.

3. MML Chapter Update – President Allan stated that the town would be sponsoring Delegate Karen Montgomery and Herman Taylor as guests at the annual Maryland Municipal League Chapter Meeting in November. He will call State Senator Rona Kramer to see if another town is sponsoring her. If not, the town will sponsor her also. Commissioner Unglesbee will be attending.

4. Water Street- the commissioners discussed the final stages of this project including road development, signage and relaying the brick sidewalk.

5. Bordly Drive – It is being completed five months ahead of schedule and should be open by the end of November.

NEW BUSINESS

The town holiday party is on December 13 at 6:00 p.m.

The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. The next meeting is on December 8 at 8:00 p.m. at the Brookeville Academy.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan L. Johnson
Clerk-Treasurer