HomeMy WebLinkAbout20200205Washington County Historic District Commission
January 8, 2020, 7:00PM
Washington County Administrative Complex
100 West Washington Street
2"d Floor, Public Meeting Room #2001
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
MINUTES
NEW BUSINESS
--Permit Applications
1. Permit #2020-00284 — Permit to demolish a 5,640 sq. ft. two-story single family dwelling
located at 19773 Leitersburg Pike; MHT Inventory iD: WA -1-466 *
OTHER BUSINESS
1. Demolition Permit Process Discussion
ADJOURNMENT
UPCOMING MEETINGS
1. Wednesday, March 4, 2020, Washington County Administrative Complex, 100 West
Washington Street, 2n' Floor, Public Meeting Room #2001, Hagerstown, Maryland
*attachments
The Historic District Commission reserves the right to vary the order in which the cases are called. Individuals
requiring special accommodations are requested to contact the Washington County Planning Department at 240-
313-2430 to make arrangements no later than ten (10) days prior to the meeting. Notice is given that the agenda
may be amended at any time up to and including the meeting.
MINUTES OF THE
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY
January 8, 2020
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The Historic District Commission held a meeting on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in Room
2001 of the Washington County Administration Building, 100 West Washington Street, Hagerstown,
Maryland. Members present included: Tom Clemens, Ann Aldrich, Edie Wallace, Gary Rohrer and
Vernell Doyle. Also present was Staff member Jill Baker, Director and Debra Eckard, Administrative
Assistant, Washington County Department of Planning & Zoning.
Ms. Baker informed Commission members that there would be two changes to the meeting agenda. First,
the informal review of the former Review and Herald Publishing site has been changed to a formal review
since the applicant has filed for a demolition permit for the property located at 55 West Oak Ridge Drive.
Second, is an addition under OTHER BUSINESS to discuss proposed changes to the Demolition Permit
Process following a review by the Board of County Commissioners.
NEW BUSINESS
Demolition Permit — Doris Rankin [2019-04930]
Ms. Baker presented for review and recorr
structure located at 14535 Marsh Pike. Curn
sheets were provided in the agenda packets:
a state of disrepair and has become a target,
She has contacted someone in Reading, PA
other projects as well as the hardwood floors.
a demolition permit to remove an existing log
of the structure as well as the historic inventory
i has informed staff that the house has fallen into
m and an attractant for people as a party house.
e willing to dismantle and repurpose the logs for
Discussion and Comments: Mr. Rohrer expressed his opinion that the logs are deteriorating almost to a
point they will not be salvageable if the structure is not dismantled soon. Ms. Aldrich suggested additional
documentation should be obtained as a record of the structure. Ms. Doyle suggested a floor plan should
be obtained as part of the record. Ms. Wallace expressed her opinion that if a structure is going to be
demolished, information should be provided, such as floor plans, photos, etc. to document the structure's
history within the County. Mr. Rohrer suggested that verification of the repurposing of the logs be
Motion and Vote: Ms. Wallace made a motion not to oppose the demolition, with a request that
additional information providing more details of the structure (i.e. floor plan, photographs, deed records,
etc.) be provided prior to demolition and verification that the logs have been salvaged and repurposed for
another use be submitted to the HDC. The motion was seconded by Mr. Rohrer and unanimously
approved.
Demotion Permit— Review & Herald Publishing [2019-04949]
A demolition permit was presented for review and recommendation for property located at 55 West Oak
Ridge Drive. Present at the meeting was Mr. Anthony Bergevin, representing the developer, and Mr.
Taylor Davis of Morgan -Keller, Inc., the general contractor. Mr. Davis distributed recent photographs of
the structures (a house and a barn) located on the property. He noted that the developer has safety
concerns with regards to the barn (citing structural issues) and employees (500+) that will have access to
the site on a daily basis. Mr. Bergevin stated there are also concerns regarding liability issues due to
mold, toxins, asbestos and injury from these structures. The former Review & Herald building will be
repurposed for a light industrial use. The property is approximately 75 acres in size with an additional 20
acres that is currently a baseball field.
Discussion and Comments: Mr. Rohrer asked if there are plans to re -use either of these structures. Mr.
Bergevin stated there are no plans for re -use because of the deterioration of the structures and safety
concerns. He noted the developer would be willing to make concessions for re -use and repurposing of
any salvageable materials upon demolition of the structures. The developer would be willing to document
the structures. Ms. Aldrich asked if any restoration specialists have visited the property and given
estimates for rehabilitation. She also asked if the developer has checked into any grants or tax credits to
have this work completed. Mr. Bergevin noted that restoration specialists have looked at the structures
but the cost associated with restoration is more than the developer is able to manage at this time. The
developer has not explored grants or tax credits available because the area where these structures are
located is needed for development of the site. There was a brief discussion about subdividing the house
and barn along with a small amount of acreage off of the parcel and rehabilitating them for re -use or
selling it to someone interested in restoring these structures. Mr. Bergevin explained that operationally
that would not fit in with the developer's plan. The developer would have no use for either structure.
Subdividing the parcel would also create security and safety issues for the light industrial use that is
proposed. Mr. Rohrer expressed his opinion that the structures could be rehabilitated but the developer
feels they are simply in the way.
Ms. Aldrich explained part of the history of the site and her belief that this is an integral part of the
County's history. She expressed her concern that the County relies heavily on historic tourism and as
historic structures are torn down, the County's economic structure is impacted She asked for the number
of historic inventoried properties in the County and how many of the properties have been lost since the
1970s when the last inventory was completed. Ms. Baker stated that the Department of Planning &
Zoning has this information and she would provide it at the next meeting.
Mr. Bergevin stated that the developer will be providing more than 500 jobs to the County and the
revenue from that employment will be significant. He explained that operationally, these structures do not
fit into the developer's plan because other requirements that must be met such as reforestation and storm
water management. Because the site offers a few unique constraints, these requirements will take away
valuable space needed for the development.
There was a brief discussion regarding the afforestation requirements for the site. Off -site retention as
well as several other options would be an additional cost to the developer. At this time, the developer is
proposing to retain existing forest on site to meet afforestation requirements.
Ms. Aldrich asked if the 20 acres where the baseball field is located is included in the plan. Mr. Bergevin
stated that the 20 acres are included in the plan; however, the developer is not sure if the field will be
removed. Ms. Doyle asked if the manmade pond would be retained. Mr. Bergevin stated that the pond
currently has a leak and will be graded over for parking. Ms. Aldrich asked if the developer has
considered a parking structure. The developer stated that the cost of parking structures is significantly
higher than a parking lot and is not feasibleat this time. Ms. Doyle asked if off -site parking has been
considered. Mr. Bergevin stated that it has been considered and several sites were examined, but the
options have not come to fruition.
Ms. Baker explained that due to the nature of the proposed industrial use, storm water management
requirements are more significant than most other plans. She stated that several of the Commission's
concerns were previously discussed with the developer; however, there are time constraints to be met.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Rohrer made a motion to recommend against the demolition of these two
structures. The motion was seconded by Ms. Aldrich and unanimously approved.
Ms. Baker stated that the Commission's opposition will be duly noted and presented to the Planning
Commission for their recommendation in February.
Addition/Renovation Permit (Informal Review)
Ms. Baker introduced Mr. Muse from Muse Architects who is representing Laura Apelbaum, the property
owner. Mr. Muse is seeking comments and recommendations from the Commission with regards to plans
to renovate and expand an existing house at 24812 Linden Avenue located within the Pen Mar Historic
Rural Village.
Mr. Muse presented several renderings of the proposed renovations to the house which was built around
1900. He gave a brief history of the structure, which has been in Ms. Apelbaum's family for three
generations. An addition is proposed for a bedroom on the first floor, all original windows will be kept with
storm windows added and hardy plank will be used on the exterior.
Comments: Commission members commended Mr. Muse for the complete and thorough information he
presented. Members were also impressed with the architect's efforts to maintain the character of the
structure.
Motion and Vote: Ms. Aldrich made a motion to grant staff the
upon the plans being the same as presented this evening. The
unanimously approved.
OTHER BUSINESS
MDOT Review of Historic Impact
The Maryland Department of Transportation s
replacement of an existing small structure [21
prestressed concrete slab bridge 23 feet, 6 inc
inches. The project includes resurfacing of the
installation of a traffic barrier and construction of
across the creek on the south side of MD 56 wi
owner to reach crops on both sides of the cr(
additional right-of-way will be needed. MDOT ha
by this project.
Consensus: By consensus, the
appear to be any negative impac
Ms. Baker reported that she mac
5'^ meeting to discuss proposec
the 90 -day waiting period folic
demolition without a permit, and
Ms. Baker noted that the majorit'
Mr. Clemens clarified that the I
which would be a 60 -day waiting
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and how these could be ii
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tourism within the County.
historic
to approve the permit contingent
vas seconded by Ms. Doyle and
d a letter outlining a proposed project for the
at MD 56 over Toms Run with a single span
length and a clear roadway width of 32 feet 8
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swale. A temporary farm access road and bridge
,tailed during construction to enable the property
detour will be required during construction and
mined that no historic properties will be affected
because there does not
)resentation to the Board of County Commissioners at their January
nges to the demolition application process. Issues discussed were
the Planning Commission's recommendation, harsher fines for
felay in receiving a permit in lieu of premature or illegal demolition.
ie Commissioners believe that the 90 -day waiting period is too long.
was proposing a 90 -day waiting period after its recommendation,
)d after the Planning Commission's recommendation.
ing ways to encourage re -use and rehabilitation of historic structures
d into the Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Baker noted there is an Historic
staff is trying to tie to economic development, land preservation and
There was a brief discussion about the delay in the issuance of a new permit if an historic structure is
demolished. Commission members believe that there should be a delay in the issuance of a permit if a
historic structure is demolished and to put a new structure in its place. This should not apply to
renovations on a second structure on the same property after the historic structure is removed.
There was also a brief discussion regarding the posting of signs on the property of a structure that is
proposed for demolition. This would alert the public that the structure is being proposed for demolition.
Ms. Baker stated she would talk to the County Attorney about this issue.
Ms. Aldrich asked about advertising the HDC meetings. Ms. Baker stated these meetings are posted on
the County's website but she will discuss other ways to publicize the meetings with the County's Public
Relations office.
Commission members expressed their frustrations and beliefs that their recommendations are not being
taken seriously by the Planning Commission or the Board of County Commissioners. Ms. Baker stated
she will share these concerns with both groups.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m
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.f WASHINGTON COUNTY DIVISION OF PLAN REVIEW & PERMITTING
iN'ashingtuoCbunty' 80 West Baltimore Street Hagerstown, MD 21740-60031 r 240 3132460 240 313 2461 I Hearing Impaired: 7-1-1
BUILDING & ZONING PERMIT
IVR/Record No: 2020-00284
Project No:
Record Type: Residential Demolition Permit
Inspector Area: B2
Job Address: 19773 LEITERSBURG PIKE
Location: LOR 19773 Leitersburg Pike
Tax Acct ID: 18021986
Zoning District: BL
Floodplain: Yes
Owner: LEITERSBURG PIKE TWO LLC
Applicant: RMD Consulting
21912 Beaverbrook Drive
Smithsburg MD 21783
Phone Number: (301)964-7002
Contractor:
Phone No:
Applied: 1/21/2020
Approved:
Status: Review
Description: Demolish 5,640 sq. ft. two story single family dwelling on basement
Foundation Size:
Type of Heat:
Public Sewer: Yes
Public Water: Yes
Gas:
Electric:
Valuation: $0.00
Code Enforced:
Construction Type:
Exterior Finish:
Air Conditioning:
Septic:
Time Existed:
Well:
Time Existed:
No. of Bathrooms:
No, of Half Bathrooms:
No. of New Bedrooms:
No. of Exist. Bedrooms:
WASHINGTON COUNT(
PLANNING Dc(' l Ailf_N•I
Setbacks - Proposed Minimum Required
Lot Tract Area
Front Yard Setback
Rear Yard Setback
Left Side Setback
Right Side Setback
Lot Width
* All final State Fire Marshal inspections (850), if required, must be scheduled directly through the State Fire Marshal's office at 301-
766-3888.
This permit has been reviewed by the Washington County Permitting Department and meets all applicable local and state codes
and ordinances. Should you have any questions, please contact our department at 240-313-2460 between the hours of 7:30 a.m.
through 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
WA - I - 466
Ziegler - Martin House
ifagerstown Vicinity
private
c. 1890
The Ziegler -Martin House is a late nineteenth century
frame house with a decorative pendant cornice and bargeboards.
The two-story house has a one story porch with a small pediment over
the entrance with an incised floral design. These decorative features
are not common in this section of Washington County, perhaps due to
the rather austere influence of Mennonite settlers.
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MARYLAND HISTORICAL TRUST MAGI # 2214245604
INVENTORY FORM FOR STATE HISTORIC SITES SURVEY
NAME
HISTORIC
Ziegler - Martin House
®LOCATION
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Leitersburg Road (hID. 60), southwest of intersection of Longmeadow Road
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DESCRIBE THE PRESENT AND ORIGINAL (IF KNOWN) PHYSICAL APPEARANCE
The Ziegler -Martin House is a late -nineteenth century, two-story frame house with
decorative pendant cornice and bargeboards located on the southeast side of
Leitersburg Road (MD. 60) and facing northwest.
The main elevation has irregular bay divisions with several apparent alterations.
The original configuration may have been four bays. A one story porch extends
across the facade; with the northern bays obscured by a polygonal bay occupying
the north end of the porch. The porch roof has a small pediment over the entrance
with an incised floral design.
The foundation of the house is stone and the exterior is German siding. The roof
is corrugated metal. A scroll sawn pendant cornice and bargeboards at the
gable ends of the house are the most important decorative details.
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AREAS OF SIGNIFICANCE -- CHECK AND JUSTIFY BELOW
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The Ziegler -Martin House has fine decorative woodwork, a feature not commonly
seen on late nineteenth century houses in this section of !!ashington County. The
rather austere influence of iennonite settlers may have precluded such architectural
displays in other houses.
This house, or one it replaced is shown on the 1877 map of !lashington County.as
that of "G. Zeigler", presumably the owner of the sawmill about 75 yards east of
the house (see WA -I -¢7l.
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ORGANIZATION DATE
Maryland Historical Trust - 21 State Circle cebruary - =21
STREET& NUMBER TELEPHONE
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Maryland Maryland
The Maryland Historic Sites Inventory was officially created
by an Act of the Maryland Legislature, to be found in the
Annotated Code of Maryland, Article 41, Section 181 KA,
1974 Supplement.
The Survey and Inventory are being prepared for information
and record purposes only and do not constitute any infringe-
ment of individual property rights.
RETURN TO: Maryland Historical Trust
The Shaw House, 21 State Circle
Annapolis, Maryland 21401
(301) 267-1438
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DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & ZONING
COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING I LAND PRESERVATION I FOREST CONSERVATION I GIS
TO: Historic District Commission members
FROM: Debra Eckard, Administrative Assistant
DATE: January 27, 2020
RE: Appointments for the HDC
The Washington County Clerk has reached out to us about filling the two current vacancies we have on
the Commission. She sent me five applications, all of which are dated two or more years ago. I have
contacted these applicants and to date have received interest from only one applicant. I am including his
application and an e-mail that he forwarded to me expressing his interest in the Commission. Mr.
Lushbaugh tells me that he has restored two older homes, details he shares in the e-mail, and he has
sent me photographs of the one of these homes. I will have these photos available at the meeting next
Wednesday, February 5`h•
If you know of anyone else that would be interested in applying for the Commission, please encourage
them to go online and submit an application. I'm sharing the address link here: https://www.washco-
md.net/county-clerk/boards-commissions/. Thank you all for spreading the word.
100 West Washington Street, Suite 2600 1 Hagerstown, MD 21740 1 9": 240.313.24301 i7: 240.313.2431 1 Tl))U: 7.1.1
WWW.WASHCO-MD.NET
Board / Commission Volunteer Application
Submission ID
4236307679285125485
Submission Date
2019-01-18 09:26:07
Candidate Name
Mr. Michael L LUSHBAUGH
Current Address
17719 MASON DIXON RD
HAGERSTOWN
MD
21740
Phone Number
(3016651677) 2408184350
Email Address
shadow17719@comcast.net
School or University
MICHAEL LUSHBAUGH
Current Employer
Retired
Previous Employer
Verizon
Central Office Tech.
1978
2015
Organization / Committee
Middleburg -Mason Dixon Historical Society
Board member
2013
present
Applying for Board /
Historical Advisory Committee
Committee:
Applying for Board /
Historic District Commission
Committee:
Applying for Board /
Zoning Appeals
Committee:
Are you willing and able to
Yes
attend board meetings?
(which may be day or
evening)
Additional Comments:
I have a historic home built in 1860 and have concerns over the loss of historic
landmarks in Washington County.
II
Eckard, Debra S.
From: MICHAEL lushbaugh <shadow17719@comcast.net>
Sent: Sunday, January 26, 2020 1:40 PM
To: Eckard, Debra S.
Subject: HDC Application
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Hi,
I wanted to let you know I'm very interested in serving on the Historic District Commission. I have a
deep love for preserving historic structures in Washington County.
I've restored two properties:
1) 837 Concord St, Hagerstown MD.
This property I was in love with since a child. It remained in the same family since built in 1890. It
was built by Calvin Middlekauff. It was the first house on Concord Street in Hagerstown. The house
had fallen in despair and would have been torn down by most. There was no central heating system,
30 amp electric service. The only update was the installation of a bathroom in 1935. Outside the
porches were rotten and falling down, eaves rotten and pigeons in the attic. Lots of water damage
from the leaking roof. I was able to buy the property in June of 1989. I completely brought the house
back to life. New electric, central heating, new plumbing, all while keeping all the naturally grained
woodwork, fireplaces, wood flooring and original character. Outside porches were repaired and
replaced where needed. With the help of friends and family, we working on it for 4 months (day and
night). Finally able to move in end of October 1989.
I was awarded an interior restoration award by the Historic Preservation Council of Hagerstown. I
was also on the Women's Club Home and Garden tour.
I sold the home in 1999 and moved on to yet another project.
2) 17719 Mason Dixon Rd, Hagerstown MD.
I purchased this property in the fall of 1997. This house was twice the size of Concord street. It
had been turned into apartments. Some of the windows had been covered over as well as the
beautiful heart pine floors. The back staircase had been closed in as well. I was able to start work in
December of 1997. It took us (friends and family, some contractors) 2 years to get the inside move in
ready and as back to original as possible. The back staircase was reopened and missing steps
replaced. The windows covered over were reopened. Walls were removed to make it 1 house
again.The first floor kitchen floor was torn up to reveal the original heart pine boards. This was a
major undertaking - after removing the sub floor the original floor was covered with tar and tar paper.
It took several weekends of scraping to get as much off as possible. After repairing holes I was able
to get the floor sanded. The upstairs bathroom was gutted and claw foot tub and pedestal sink added.
Since the house had been made into apartments with the addition of an upstairs kitchen - we kept the
1
kitchen. All floors were sanded and polyurethaned. New wallpaper and woodwork repainted. Repair
work done as need on ceilings and walls. This house is a work in progress. I was able to get the front
porch covered in brick. Also had the outside bricks re -pointed. There is a brick outhouse and I had a
new roof installed and it had been re -pointed as well.
Next project is to repaint the shutters and reinstall them.
As for some history on this property, it was built in 1860 by Perry McLaughlin. He moved into this
home in 1861 (according to his son). The house was known as "Linden Hall Mason Dixon". This area
was know as Mason Dixon Pa. It boast a post office, mill, store, train station (Cumberland Valley RR).
Perry's home can be found in the history of Washington County during the Civil War. There is mention
of his sons taking the animals to Carlisle Pa for protection from the south - and returning after the
burning of Chambersburg. Also a mention of 5,000 soldiers encamping around the house and the
McLaughlin's inviting an officer to have supper with them and thus he provided a guard so they could
get a peaceful nights sleep.
The original McLaughlin farm is just behind the house. It now belongs to the Fulton family. The
original family home (Perry's father) was just up the street and it was on the National Register. The
McLaughlin's settled there in 1820. After the property was acquired by the Fulton family they tore the
house down. This only thing remaining is the barn.
After Perry's father died his mother transferred the land for Linden Hall to Perry in 1859.
I've attached several photos of Mason Dixon. Pictures of the front before re -pointing, during, and
after. The restoration of the brick outhouse. New sidewalks and porch updates.
If you would like additional photos please let me know as I have reached my limit on this emailing.
Thanks,
Michael Lushbaugh
17719 Mason Dixon Rd
Hag., MD 21740
301 665-1677
240 818-4350
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Tamara Doleman 10/22/17
Application for Washington County Board/Commission
Question Answer
Full Name Tamara Lynn Doleman
E-mail 53 Broadway, Apt. 1I
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Phone Number
Email
Name
Years Attended
Subjects Studied
Name
Years Attended
Subjects Studied
Subjects of special study/research work
special training/skills.
Employer Name
Position
Employed From/To
Employer Name
Position
Employed From/To
Employer Name
Position
Employed From/To
Organization
Projects/Positions
Dates of Membership
Please indicate your level of interest in
no more than five (5) Boards/Commissions:
301-991-6091
tdoleman@live.com
University Maryland University College
1.5
MS - Nonprofit & Association Management (hiatus)
Frostburg State University
4
BS - Sociology (2013)
Areas of interest focused in undergraduate: race, or
ethnicity and culture; family, gender and inequality.
Areas of interest focused in grad level: advocacy,
organizational structure, and social problems.
University System of Maryland at Hagerstown
Office Associate
2005 -present
Salisbury University
Instructional Assistant
2015-2015
Herald -Mail Newspaper
Community Columnist
2004-2006
Doleman Black Heritage Museum, Inc.
Treasurer, 2nd
2009 -present
Historic District Comm. - 3
Historical Advisory Comm. 3
Comm. for Women - 1
Rating Scale 1 = Very interested, 2 = Interested 3 = Somewhat interested
Comments: I am confident that my administrative experiences along with my educational
background will be an asset to this organization and I would love to have an opportunity to bring my
varied civic service and community outreach experiences to the Washington County Maryland
Commission for Women
Paul Fulk 3/24/17
Aunlication for Washington County Board/Commission
Question Answer
Full Name Paul W. Fulk
Home Street Address 20864 Emerald Drive
Hagerstown, MD 21742
Email:
Phone Number
Name
Years Attended
Subjects Studied
Name
Years Attended
Subjects Studied
Subjects of special study/research work
or special training/skills.
Employer Name
Position
Employed From/To
Employer Name
Position
Employed From/To
Employer Name
Position
Employed From/To
Organization
Projects/Positions
Dates of Membership
Board/Commission
Type of Service
Please indicate your level of interest
in no more than five (5)
pfulk@hagerstownmd.org
240-675-0650
Catawba College
4
Mathematics, Business Admin.
Frostburg State University
2
MBA
Trained in reviewing buildings and examining plans
City of Hagerstown
Inspection Manager
2002-2017
Shepherd College
admissions counselor
2001-2002
Hagerstown Community College
Adjunct Faculty
2008-2017
St. Thomas Episcopal
Member/Treasurer
2005 - Present
Board of Zoning Appeals
Local
Advisory School Design Rev. Crate. - I
Historic District Commission - 2
Housing Authority — 2
Local Management Board - 2
Boards/Commissions:
Rating Scale: 1 = Very interested, 2 = Interested, 3 = Somewhat interested
Comments: None
1
Board / Commission Volunteer Application
Submission Date 2018-08-11 16:09:23
Candidate Name Mr. Gregory Kimmel Smith
105 Ambers Way
Current Address Smithsburg
MD
21783
Email Address gsmith72@jhmi.edu
Phone Number (240) 432-3821
Va. Tech / Howard CC
School or University Architecture (BArch 1988 @ VT); Nursing (ADN , 2005 @ Howard CC)
Subjects Studied: Architecture (BArch, 1988 @ VT)
Nursing (ADN, 2005 @ Howard CC)
Subjects of Special Study! NOTE: This application is a re -submission of my earlier application at the request
Research / Training / Skills: of Krista Hart, who wished me to amend one board interest to the Historic District
Commission from the Historical Advisory Committee. My other four board
interests remain unchanged.
Health care: (2005-2018) 1 am a bone marrow transplant nurse at Johns Hopkins
Hospital, and have worked in this discipline for the last 13 years.
Historic preservation: My original degree (1988) was in architecture, and I have a
special interest in architectural history and urban planning.
Golf: I have had a lifelong interest in golf architecture and history and have been
playing the game for 45 years now. I am a member of the international golf
architecture forum GolfClubAtlas.com, a discussion group frequented by
professional greenkeepers and ASGCA golf architects, as well as many golf
historians. I regard viable and affordable municipal golf to be an important part of
any community.
Aviation: While not a licensed pilot, I have been a lifelong aviation fan and am fairly
well versed in the technical aspects of piloting, aircraft design/construction, and
airfield layout/organization.
Civil War: My son has a strong interest in Civil War reenactment and attends
events in full uniform. Therefore, we have frequently toured all the area battlefields
and have an interest in their preservation and operation.
Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD
Current Employer RN - Oncology
2005
2018
Olender Court Reporting, Washington, DC
Previous Employer Office Manager / Legal Videographer
1994
2002
Applying for Board / Committee:
Historic District Commission
Applying for Board / Committee:
Applying for Board / Committee:
Applying for Board / Committee:
Applying for Board / Committee:
Are you willing and able to
attend board meetings? (which Yes
may be day or evening)
Antietam Battlefield Adv. Committee
Airport Advisory Commission
Black Rock Golf Course
Emergency Services Advisory Council
Additional Comments: I have lived in Smithsburg since 2005 and have never held any community service
positions. I have now resided in Washington County long enough to have a feel for
the local problems and situations and think I could make a contribution. The
county boards and commissions seem like a great place to start.
This application is a resubmission of my earlier application at the request of Krista
Hart, who wished me to amend one board interest to the Historic District
Commission from the Historical Advisory Committee. My other board requests
remain unchanged.