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HomeMy WebLinkAbout020521 May 21, 2002 Hagerstown, Maryland The Commissioners met with the Board of Education at the Plaza Hotel for a breakfast meeting at 8:00 a.m. CONVENE IN CLOSED SESSION Motion made by Commissioner Schnebly, seconded by Iseminger, to convene in closed session at 8:00 a.m. to discuss a personnel matter in accordance with Section 10-508 of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland. Unanimously approved. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION Motion made by Commissioner Wivell, seconded by Iseminger, to reconvene in open session at 9:20 a.m. Unanimously approved. In closed session, the Commissioners discussed several personnel matters. Present during closed session were Commissioners Gregory I. Snook, Bertrand L. Iseminger, Jr., John L. Schnebly, and William J. Wivell. Also present at various times were Rodney Shoop, County Administrator; John Martirano, Assistant County Attorney; Joni Bittner, County Clerk; Board of Education members Edward Forrest, Dori Nipps, Mary Wilfong, Herbert Hardin, Paul Bailey, Roxanne Ober, and Bernadette Wagner; and Dr. Elizabeth Morgan, Superintendent of Schools. The regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland, was called to order at 9:44 a.m. by President Gregory I. Snook with the following members present: Bertrand L. Iseminger, Jr., John L. Schnebly, and William J. Wivell. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Snook, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by the full assemblage. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – May 14, 2002 Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Schnebly, to approve the minutes of May 14, as submitted. Unanimously approved. COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS Commissioner Schnebly reported on the meeting of the Airport Commission. He stated that the Antietam Battlefield Advisory Committee is recommending that Ann Corcoran and George Anikis be appointed to fill vacancies on the Committee. Commissioner Schnebly agreed to obtain additional information on the request. He also inquired about the financing for the land purchased by the Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Company. Commissioner Wivell informed the Commissioners that he attended th the 100 anniversary reception for R. Bruce Carson Jewelers and the open house at the new Humane Society facility. He also reported on the meetings of the PenMar Development Corporation and the Water & Sewer Advisory Commission. Commissioner Wivell stated that the Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Board is in favor of the application of transferable development rights (TDRs) for residential, commercial and industrial zoning. He stated that a receiving area would have to be created to make the TDR successful both in agricultural areas and within the urban growth area. However, the difficult part is in creating the markets in the receiving area. Commissioner Iseminger reported on the Wellness Program kick- off in Hancock. He stated that he presented a proclamation to Carlos Manuel Santiago at the Hagerstown Suns game last week. He also reported on the meeting of the Public Golf Corporation. Commissioner Iseminger stated that he received a letter from Gary Rohrer on the status of Ford Drive in Hancock. The Commissioners also discussed the travel arrangements for the Western Maryland County Commissioners meeting on Friday. Commissioner Snook informed the Commissioners that the Board of Public Works had granted Program Open Space funds for the Pinesburg Softball Complex. He reported on the meeting of the Metropolitan Planning Organization. Commissioner Snook stated that he met with employees of the MAY 21, 2002 PAGE TWO Department of Business and Economic Development who toured the County last week. He stated that he also met with representatives of the Fire Police. REPORTS FROM COUNTY STAFF Alan Davis, Director of Human Resources, informed the Commissioners that the County held two training sessions on “Harassment in the Workplace” lead by Donald Burke and Jonathan Topazian of Semmes, Bowen & Semmes. He reported that open enrollment meetings for health insurance are being held this week. Mr. Davis informed the Commissioners that he attended the Public Golf Corporation meeting last week. He also reported that final performance evaluations are due by May 31. Debra Bastian, Director of Finance, informed the Commissioners that her Department would be working to develop long-range financial plans for the landfill and airport operations. Ms. Bastian stated that the Finance Department has completed the infrastructure asset report that is required by the new GASB 34 regulations and has sent them to the auditor for review. Robert Arch, Director of Planning & Community Development, reported on the Metropolitan Planning Organization meeting. CERTIFICATE OF MERIT – PAULA BLENARD Commissioner Snook presented Paula Blenard with a certificate of merit in recognition of having received her Associate of Arts degree in Business Administration and commended her for her dedication and perseverance. The Commissioners each offered their congratulations on this accomplishment. Ms. Blenard thanked the Commissioners for the certificate. PUBLIC HEARING – ACQUISITION OF REAL ESTATE – HAGERSTOWN REGIONAL AIRPORT The Commissioners convened a public hearing at 10:20 a.m. for the purpose of considering the acquisition of leasehold interests in approximately 32,000 square feet of land situate at the Hagerstown Regional Airport and designated as 18625 Jarkey Drive from Waynesboro Design Partnership and Aero-Smith, Inc. Commissioner Snook then opened the meeting for public comments. Commissioner Wivell expressed his opposition to the acquisition. RE/APPOINTMENTS – WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP BOARD Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Wivell, to appoint Grayson Oldfather to the Washington County Community Partnership Board for a three-year term and to reappoint Jenny Beliotti, Carolyn Brooks, and James Blanks for three-year terms. Unanimously approved. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION Bob Shade, representing Turning Point, expressed his concerns about the homeless situation in Washington County and the lack of provisions for them. He cited the presence of the prison system and the cost of affordable rental housing as possible causes for the number of homeless in the area. Commissioner Iseminger stated that the Task Force on Homelessness should be involved in making any recommendations. The Commissioners also discussed with Mr. Shade his contention that other counties in Maryland are busing people to Washington County because there is a shorter list for subsidized housing. Sherry Brown, Dori Nipps, and Heather Myers, representatives of Habitat for Humanity, requested that the County waive $3,520 in water and sewer connection fees, as well as the fees for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits for a home that Habitat would be constructing on York Road. The Board informed Ms. Brown that Habitat should apply for placement on the list of non-profit agencies to which the Commissioners are authorized to contribute funds. The Commissioners discussed the request and agreed delayed deciding the request to waive the water and sewer connection fee until it is determined how the County would reimburse this enterprise fund and to allow time to develop a plan for future requests. MAY 21, 2002 PAGE THREE John Himes thanked the Commissioners for the prompt answer to his question the last time he was in to see them. He stated that he is watching the State project at the intersection of U.S. Route 340 and Valley/Keep Tryst Road. CONTRACT AWARD – PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS AND VARIOUS SERVICES Motion made by Commissioner Schnebly, seconded by Iseminger, to award the contract for physical examinations and related services to Antietam Occupational Medicine based upon its total base proposal of $16,795 per year. The contract is for a one- year period beginning July 1, 2002 with an option to review for four (4) additional one-year periods. Motion carried with Commissioners Schnebly, Iseminger, and Wivell voting “AYE” and Commissioner Snook “ABSTAINING.” COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR’S COMMENTS Rodney Shoop, County Administrator, informed the Commissioners that Joe Kroboth, Director of the Emergency Services Department, who is out of town, asked him to report that the Special Operations Team has received chemical detection equipment from the Maryland Emergency Management Agency. Mr. Kroboth also informed him that Sharpsburg Emergency Medical Services has accepted the County’s offer to refuel at the Highways Department facility. WAIVER OF PERMIT FEES – BOONSBORO AREA SOCCER CLUB Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Wivell, to approve the request made by the Boonsboro Area Soccer Club to waive the permit fees associated with the construction of an additional soccer field, in an amount not to exceed $390. Unanimously approved. CONTINUATION OF VEHICLE LEASES – JOBS PROGRAM Motion made by Commissioner Schnebly, seconded by Iseminger, to continue the lease agreement with C.E.C. Leasing, Inc. for two vehicles used by the JOBS Program for a one-year period beginning July 1, 2002. The cost of the leases would be paid by the Department of Social Services Unanimously approved. PURCHASE OF PROPERTY - MAUGANS AVENUE REALIGNMENT Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Schnebly, to approve the purchase of the property at 13526 Pennsylvania Avenue, owned by Phyllis M. (Wolfe) Groh, for the purchase price of $131,000, which is needed for the realignment of Maugans Avenue, with the provision that the County will attempt to rent the house if feasible. Unanimously approved. GRANT SUBMISSION - SERVICE LINKED HOUSING PROGRAM Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Wivell, to approve the submission of a grant request to the Department of Human Resources for $72,321 to fund the Service-Linked Housing Program administered by the Community Action Council. Motion carried with Commissioners Iseminger, Wivell and Snook voting “AYE” and Commissioner Schnebly “ABSTAINING.” EMERGENCY & TRANSITIONAL HOUSING & SERVICES GRANT AND HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION PROGRAM GRANT Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Wivell, to approve a request made by the Community Action Council to submit a grant application for the Emergency & Transitional Housing & Services/Homeless Prevention Program to the Department of Human Resources, Office of Transition Services, in order to renew the funding for Washington County for fiscal year 2003 in the total amount of $171,821. Motion carried with Commissioners Iseminger, Wivell and Snook voting “AYE” and Commissioner Schnebly “ABSTAINING.” REVIEW OF FY 2002 REVENUE Debra Bastian, Director of Finance, reviewed the FY 2002 financial projections. She reviewed both the anticipated expenditures and revenues. Ms. Bastian informed the Commissioners that although she anticipates a surplus from several sources, trends indicate that income tax revenues will be $1.4 million short of budget and interest income will be $1.7 million below budget. She stated that, if current trends continue, the County would nearly break even for FY 2002. MAY 21, 2002 PAGE FOUR The Commissioners agreed that, in light of the fiscal information provided by Ms. Bastian, they would not be able to provide additional funding to the Board of Education for one- time costs. RECESS – LUNCHEON AND TOUR – NARCOTICS TASK FORCE The Commissioners recessed at 11:46 a.m. in order to attend a luncheon and tour at the Narcotics Task Force office. AFTERNOON SESSION The afternoon session was called to order at 1:44 p.m. by President Gregory I. Snook, with the following members present: Bertrand L. Iseminger, Jr., John L. Schnebly, and William J. Wivell. AMENDING RESOLUTION – ST. JAMES PARK SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT Timmy Ruppersberger, Bond Counsel, appeared before the Commissioners regarding the request made by St. James Park, LLC to extend the time period for the issuance of the St. James Park Special Taxing District Bonds. Rick deGorter, representing St. James Park, LLC, provided an update to the Commissioners on the development. He stated that the project is now out to bid for construction. Mr. deGorter also assured the Commissioners that the special taxing district pertains only to the project infrastructure. Motion made by Commissioner Schnebly, seconded by Iseminger, to approve the Amending Resolution for the St. James Park Special Taxing District, extending the time for the issuance of St. James Park Special Taxing District bonds until June 1, 2003. Motion carried with Commissioners Schnebly, Iseminger, and Snook voting “AYE” and Commissioner Wivell voting “NO.” (A copy of the Amending Resolution is attached.) INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT – DISPOSAL OF SCRAP TIRES John Martirano, Assistant County Attorney, asked the Commissioners to renew the intergovernmental agreement with Maryland Environmental Service (MES) to dispose of scrap tires from the County landfill from the annual Tire Amnesty Day. Mr. Martirano stated that the MES has lowered the tonnage of tires it would accept. The Commissioners asked that the Solid Waste Advisory Committee make a recommendation on ways to control the tonnage of scrap tires accepted at the landfill before renewing the agreement. COMMENTS OF APPRECIATION – SCOTT BUTKI Commissioner Snook thanked Herald-Mail reporter Scott Butki for his work with the County over the past several years. He stated that the Commissioners appreciated Mr. Butki’s fair and accurate reporting of County business and expressed their best wishes on his new assignment covering the City of Hagerstown. VICIOUS AND DANGEROUS ANIMALS – ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE Richard Douglas, County Attorney, reviewed the County’s current provisions for dealing with vicious and dangerous animals under the Animal Control Ordinance. He dsicussed the definition of the term “vicious and dangerous” and the possibility of adding provisions for immediate seizure. Rodney Shoop, County Administrator, informed the Commissioners that he would be meeting with representatives from the Humane Society and the City of Hagerstown later this week. Mr. Douglas urged the Commissioners to request again that the Delegation amend the enabling law to allow for the imposition of criminal penalties in the Animal Control Ordinance in appropriate cases, as is permitted in most other county laws and ordinances. He informed the Commissioners that the City of Hagerstown is considering adding provisions specifically targeting pit bulls. The Commissioners discussed the Ordinance and possible ways to amend it. They agreed that they were not interested in adding measures to target a specific breed. ADJOURNMENT – CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RECEPTION The Commissioners adjourned at 2:28 p.m. in order to attend the Chamber of Commerce reception at the Hagerstown Regional Airport. MAY 21, 2002 PAGE FIVE , County Administrator , County Attorney ___________________________, County Clerk May 21, 2002 Hagerstown, Maryland The Commissioners met with the Board of Education at the Plaza Hotel for a breakfast meeting at 8:00 a.m. CONVENE IN CLOSED SESSION Motion made by Commissioner Schnebly, seconded by Iseminger, to convene in closed session at 8:00 a.m. to discuss a personnel matter in accordance with Section 10-508 of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland. Unanimously approved. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION Motion made by Commissioner Wivell, seconded by Iseminger, to reconvene in open session at 9:20 a.m. Unanimously approved. In closed session, the Commissioners discussed several personnel matters. Present during closed session were Commissioners Gregory I. Snook, Bertrand L. Iseminger, Jr., John L. Schnebly, and William J. Wivell. Also present at various times were Rodney Shoop, County Administrator; John Martirano, Assistant County Attorney; Joni Bittner, County Clerk; Board of Education members Edward Forrest, Dori Nipps, Mary Wilfong, Herbert Hardin, Paul Bailey, Roxanne Ober, and Bernadette Wagner; and Dr. Elizabeth Morgan, Superintendent of Schools. The regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland, was called to order at 9:44 a.m. by President Gregory I. Snook with the following members present: Bertrand L. Iseminger, Jr., John L. Schnebly, and William J. Wivell. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Snook, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by the full assemblage. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – May 14, 2002 Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Schnebly, to approve the minutes of May 14, as submitted. Unanimously approved. COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS Commissioner Schnebly reported on the meeting of the Airport Commission. He stated that the Antietam Battlefield Advisory Committee is recommending that Ann Corcoran and George Anikis be appointed to fill vacancies on the Committee. Commissioner Schnebly agreed to obtain additional information on the request. He also inquired about the financing for the land purchased by the Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Company. Commissioner Wivell informed the Commissioners that he attended th the 100 anniversary reception for R. Bruce Carson Jewelers and the open house at the new Humane Society facility. He also reported on the meetings of the PenMar Development Corporation and the Water & Sewer Advisory Commission. Commissioner Wivell stated that the Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Board is in favor of the application of transferable development rights (TDRs) for residential, commercial and industrial zoning. He stated that a receiving area would have to be created to make the TDR successful both in agricultural areas and within the urban growth area. However, the difficult part is in creating the markets in the receiving area. Commissioner Iseminger reported on the Wellness Program kick- off in Hancock. He stated that he presented a proclamation to Carlos Manuel Santiago at the Hagerstown Suns game last week. He also reported on the meeting of the Public Golf Corporation. Commissioner Iseminger stated that he received a letter from Gary Rohrer on the status of Ford Drive in Hancock. The Commissioners also discussed the travel arrangements for the Western Maryland County Commissioners meeting on Friday. Commissioner Snook informed the Commissioners that the Board of Public Works had granted Program Open Space funds for the Pinesburg Softball Complex. He reported on the meeting of the Metropolitan Planning Organization. Commissioner Snook stated that he met with employees of the MAY 21, 2002 PAGE TWO Department of Business and Economic Development who toured the County last week. He stated that he also met with representatives of the Fire Police. REPORTS FROM COUNTY STAFF Alan Davis, Director of Human Resources, informed the Commissioners that the County held two training sessions on “Harassment in the Workplace” lead by Donald Burke and Jonathan Topazian of Semmes, Bowen & Semmes. He reported that open enrollment meetings for health insurance are being held this week. Mr. Davis informed the Commissioners that he attended the Public Golf Corporation meeting last week. He also reported that final performance evaluations are due by May 31. Debra Bastian, Director of Finance, informed the Commissioners that her Department would be working to develop long-range financial plans for the landfill and airport operations. Ms. Bastian stated that the Finance Department has completed the infrastructure asset report that is required by the new GASB 34 regulations and has sent them to the auditor for review. Robert Arch, Director of Planning & Community Development, reported on the Metropolitan Planning Organization meeting. CERTIFICATE OF MERIT – PAULA BLENARD Commissioner Snook presented Paula Blenard with a certificate of merit in recognition of having received her Associate of Arts degree in Business Administration and commended her for her dedication and perseverance. The Commissioners each offered their congratulations on this accomplishment. Ms. Blenard thanked the Commissioners for the certificate. PUBLIC HEARING – ACQUISITION OF REAL ESTATE – HAGERSTOWN REGIONAL AIRPORT The Commissioners convened a public hearing at 10:20 a.m. for the purpose of considering the acquisition of leasehold interests in approximately 32,000 square feet of land situate at the Hagerstown Regional Airport and designated as 18625 Jarkey Drive from Waynesboro Design Partnership and Aero-Smith, Inc. Commissioner Snook then opened the meeting for public comments. Commissioner Wivell expressed his opposition to the acquisition. RE/APPOINTMENTS – WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP BOARD Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Wivell, to appoint Grayson Oldfather to the Washington County Community Partnership Board for a three-year term and to reappoint Jenny Beliotti, Carolyn Brooks, and James Blanks for three-year terms. Unanimously approved. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION Bob Shade, representing Turning Point, expressed his concerns about the homeless situation in Washington County and the lack of provisions for them. He cited the presence of the prison system and the cost of affordable rental housing as possible causes for the number of homeless in the area. Commissioner Iseminger stated that the Task Force on Homelessness should be involved in making any recommendations. The Commissioners also discussed with Mr. Shade his contention that other counties in Maryland are busing people to Washington County because there is a shorter list for subsidized housing. Sherry Brown, Dori Nipps, and Heather Myers, representatives of Habitat for Humanity, requested that the County waive $3,520 in water and sewer connection fees, as well as the fees for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits for a home that Habitat would be constructing on York Road. The Board informed Ms. Brown that Habitat should apply for placement on the list of non-profit agencies to which the Commissioners are authorized to contribute funds. The Commissioners discussed the request and agreed delayed deciding the request to waive the water and sewer connection fee until it is determined how the County would reimburse this enterprise fund and to allow time to develop a plan for future requests. MAY 21, 2002 PAGE THREE John Himes thanked the Commissioners for the prompt answer to his question the last time he was in to see them. He stated that he is watching the State project at the intersection of U.S. Route 340 and Valley/Keep Tryst Road. CONTRACT AWARD – PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS AND VARIOUS SERVICES Motion made by Commissioner Schnebly, seconded by Iseminger, to award the contract for physical examinations and related services to Antietam Occupational Medicine based upon its total base proposal of $16,795 per year. The contract is for a one- year period beginning July 1, 2002 with an option to review for four (4) additional one-year periods. Motion carried with Commissioners Schnebly, Iseminger, and Wivell voting “AYE” and Commissioner Snook “ABSTAINING.” COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR’S COMMENTS Rodney Shoop, County Administrator, informed the Commissioners that Joe Kroboth, Director of the Emergency Services Department, who is out of town, asked him to report that the Special Operations Team has received chemical detection equipment from the Maryland Emergency Management Agency. Mr. Kroboth also informed him that Sharpsburg Emergency Medical Services has accepted the County’s offer to refuel at the Highways Department facility. WAIVER OF PERMIT FEES – BOONSBORO AREA SOCCER CLUB Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Wivell, to approve the request made by the Boonsboro Area Soccer Club to waive the permit fees associated with the construction of an additional soccer field, in an amount not to exceed $390. Unanimously approved. CONTINUATION OF VEHICLE LEASES – JOBS PROGRAM Motion made by Commissioner Schnebly, seconded by Iseminger, to continue the lease agreement with C.E.C. Leasing, Inc. for two vehicles used by the JOBS Program for a one-year period beginning July 1, 2002. The cost of the leases would be paid by the Department of Social Services Unanimously approved. PURCHASE OF PROPERTY - MAUGANS AVENUE REALIGNMENT Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Schnebly, to approve the purchase of the property at 13526 Pennsylvania Avenue, owned by Phyllis M. (Wolfe) Groh, for the purchase price of $131,000, which is needed for the realignment of Maugans Avenue, with the provision that the County will attempt to rent the house if feasible. Unanimously approved. GRANT SUBMISSION - SERVICE LINKED HOUSING PROGRAM Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Wivell, to approve the submission of a grant request to the Department of Human Resources for $72,321 to fund the Service-Linked Housing Program administered by the Community Action Council. Motion carried with Commissioners Iseminger, Wivell and Snook voting “AYE” and Commissioner Schnebly “ABSTAINING.” EMERGENCY & TRANSITIONAL HOUSING & SERVICES GRANT AND HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION PROGRAM GRANT Motion made by Commissioner Iseminger, seconded by Wivell, to approve a request made by the Community Action Council to submit a grant application for the Emergency & Transitional Housing & Services/Homeless Prevention Program to the Department of Human Resources, Office of Transition Services, in order to renew the funding for Washington County for fiscal year 2003 in the total amount of $171,821. Motion carried with Commissioners Iseminger, Wivell and Snook voting “AYE” and Commissioner Schnebly “ABSTAINING.” REVIEW OF FY 2002 REVENUE Debra Bastian, Director of Finance, reviewed the FY 2002 financial projections. She reviewed both the anticipated expenditures and revenues. Ms. Bastian informed the Commissioners that although she anticipates a surplus from several sources, trends indicate that income tax revenues will be $1.4 million short of budget and interest income will be $1.7 million below budget. She stated that, if current trends continue, the County would nearly break even for FY 2002. MAY 21, 2002 PAGE FOUR The Commissioners agreed that, in light of the fiscal information provided by Ms. Bastian, they would not be able to provide additional funding to the Board of Education for one- time costs. RECESS – LUNCHEON AND TOUR – NARCOTICS TASK FORCE The Commissioners recessed at 11:46 a.m. in order to attend a luncheon and tour at the Narcotics Task Force office. AFTERNOON SESSION The afternoon session was called to order at 1:44 p.m. by President Gregory I. Snook, with the following members present: Bertrand L. Iseminger, Jr., John L. Schnebly, and William J. Wivell. AMENDING RESOLUTION – ST. JAMES PARK SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT Timmy Ruppersberger, Bond Counsel, appeared before the Commissioners regarding the request made by St. James Park, LLC to extend the time period for the issuance of the St. James Park Special Taxing District Bonds. Rick deGorter, representing St. James Park, LLC, provided an update to the Commissioners on the development. He stated that the project is now out to bid for construction. Mr. deGorter also assured the Commissioners that the special taxing district pertains only to the project infrastructure. Motion made by Commissioner Schnebly, seconded by Iseminger, to approve the Amending Resolution for the St. James Park Special Taxing District, extending the time for the issuance of St. James Park Special Taxing District bonds until June 1, 2003. Motion carried with Commissioners Schnebly, Iseminger, and Snook voting “AYE” and Commissioner Wivell voting “NO.” (A copy of the Amending Resolution is attached.) INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT – DISPOSAL OF SCRAP TIRES John Martirano, Assistant County Attorney, asked the Commissioners to renew the intergovernmental agreement with Maryland Environmental Service (MES) to dispose of scrap tires from the County landfill from the annual Tire Amnesty Day. Mr. Martirano stated that the MES has lowered the tonnage of tires it would accept. The Commissioners asked that the Solid Waste Advisory Committee make a recommendation on ways to control the tonnage of scrap tires accepted at the landfill before renewing the agreement. COMMENTS OF APPRECIATION – SCOTT BUTKI Commissioner Snook thanked Herald-Mail reporter Scott Butki for his work with the County over the past several years. He stated that the Commissioners appreciated Mr. Butki’s fair and accurate reporting of County business and expressed their best wishes on his new assignment covering the City of Hagerstown. VICIOUS AND DANGEROUS ANIMALS – ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE Richard Douglas, County Attorney, reviewed the County’s current provisions for dealing with vicious and dangerous animals under the Animal Control Ordinance. He dsicussed the definition of the term “vicious and dangerous” and the possibility of adding provisions for immediate seizure. Rodney Shoop, County Administrator, informed the Commissioners that he would be meeting with representatives from the Humane Society and the City of Hagerstown later this week. Mr. Douglas urged the Commissioners to request again that the Delegation amend the enabling law to allow for the imposition of criminal penalties in the Animal Control Ordinance in appropriate cases, as is permitted in most other county laws and ordinances. He informed the Commissioners that the City of Hagerstown is considering adding provisions specifically targeting pit bulls. The Commissioners discussed the Ordinance and possible ways to amend it. They agreed that they were not interested in adding measures to target a specific breed. ADJOURNMENT – CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RECEPTION The Commissioners adjourned at 2:28 p.m. in order to attend the Chamber of Commerce reception at the Hagerstown Regional Airport. MAY 21, 2002 PAGE FIVE , County Administrator , County Attorney ___________________________, County Clerk