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Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Open Session Minutes
January 30, 2024
MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A moment of silence was observed, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by the full
assemblage.
CALL TO ORDER
President John F. Barr called the regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of Washington
County, Maiyland, to order at 9:01 a.m. with the following members present: Vice-President Jeffrey
A. Cline, Commissioner Derek Harvey and Commissioner Randall E. Wagner. Commissioner Wayne
K. Keefer was absent.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline, moved to approve the minutes of January
9, 2024. The motion passed 4-0.
COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Commissioner Wagner congratulated Kirk Downey on his appointment to Judge. He toured Beard
Guitars in Leitersburg and commented on the craftmanship. Commissioner Wagner attended
Maugansville Awards banquet congratulating the recipients.
Commissioner Harvey congratulated Kirk Downey on his appointment. He thanked the staff for their
work during the recent snow events.
Commissioner Cline congratulated Kirk Downey for his appointment. He attended the awards banquets
in Hancock, Maugansville and Clear Spring. Commissioner Cline thanked staff for attending the Day
in Almapolis. He commented on the passing of Harry Gossert, recognizing his fifty-two years of
service to Washington County.
Commissioner Barr congratulated Kirk Downey on his appointment. He thanked everyone for the
expressions of concern and flowers after the passing of his mother and thanked Sheriff Albet1, his staff
and fire police for their assistance during the funeral service. Commissioner Barr attended a Day in
Annapolis highlighting local attendees. He attended the MA Co legislative meetings and reception with
Governor Moore in attendance.
STAFF COMMENTS
Michelle Gordon, County Administrator congratulated Kirk Downey on his appointment. She attended
several Washington County Delegation meetings and meetings with the Town Managers. She attended
the grand opening of Meritus Health Services in Hancock. Ms. Gordon recognized and thanked the
highways and public safety staff for their work during the snow events. She also attended meetings
with the Maryland Theater Board, Land Use Council and Maryland Municipal League. Ms. Gordon
attended the Washington County Day in Annapolis and provided information for property tax credits.
She reminded we will have an evening meeting tonight in Maugansville at the Ruritan.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
None
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FY25 RURAL LEGACY PROGRAM GRANT -APPROVAL TO SUBMIT APPLICATION
AND ACCEPT AW ARD ED FUNDS
Chris Boggs, Rural preservation Administrator, Planning and Zoning presented the request to approve
the submission of the grant application for the fiscal year 2025 Rural Legacy Program, in the amount
of $7,623,600.00 and to accept awarded funding. Each year the Department of Planning & Zoning
submits a funding request to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources for the purchase of
easements in the County's Rural Legacy Area. Rural Legacy properties are lands of significant
agricultural, historic, environmental, public and cultural value inside of the designated Rural Legacy
Area, which is concentrated around the Antietam Battlefield.
Commissioner discussion for clarification of the $1,500,000.00 dedication of funding.
Mr. Boggs presented the $1,500,000.00 dedication to land preservation and the process for utilizing
funding.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline moved to approve the submission of the
grant application for the fiscal year 2025 Rural Legacy Program, in the amount of$7,623,600.00 and
to accept awarded funding as presented. The motion passed 4-0.
Commissioner Harvey commented the intent for the $1,500,000.00 is weighted more toward farmland
preservation than the Rural Legacy Program.
CLIPP RURAL LEGACY PROGRAM (RLP) EASEMENT
Chris Boggs, Rural preservation Administrator, Planning and Zoning presented the request to approve
the Brent L. Clipp RLP Easement project, in the amount of$291,676.00 for 67.29 easement acres and
to adopt an ordinance approving the easement purchase and to authorize the execution of the necessary
documentation to finalize the easement purchase. The Clipp property is located at 4329 Trego Rd.,
Keedysville, and the easement will serve to permanently preserve a valuable agricultural, scenic,
environn1ental and historic property in the County. The parcel adds on to a block of hundreds of acres
of contiguous preserved farmland around Antietam Battlefield. Nine development rights will be
extinguished with this easement. Fiscal impact: RLP funds are 100% State dollars, mainly from DNR
Open Space funds. In addition to the easement funds, we receive up to 3% of the easement value for
administrative costs, a mandatory 1.5% for compliance/monitoring costs, and funds to cover all of our
legal/settlement costs.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline moved to approve to approve the Brent L.
Clipp RLP Easement project, in the amount of $291,676.00 for 67.29 easement acres and to adopt an
ordinance approving the easement purchase and to authorize the execution of the necessary
documentation to finalize the easement purchase as presented. The motion passed 4-0.
Ordinance No.'s ORD-2024-is recorded among the Acts, Ordinances, and Resolutions of Washington
County and the originals are in the County Commissioners' Office.
RECESS
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PUBLIC HEARING-APPLICATION FOR ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT RZ-23-006;
President Barr convened a Public Hearing at 9:32 a.m. to obtain public comment on the application for
rezoning. The Commissioners may take action to approve or deny the requests or wait until a later date
to deliberate.
Dawn Marcus, County Clerk administered the Oath of Testimony.
Travis Allen, Senior Planner, Department of Planning and Zoning, presented the proposed text
amendment. An application has been made to apply the Rural Business floating zone over a 2-acre
property through a rezoning map amendment by Ralph and Leah Martin to amend the current zoning
for a propetty located at 19815 Reidtown Road ¼ mile west of Marsh Pike. The applicant wishes to
establish and auto body repair shop that would not be permitted under its current zoning designation.
This item was presented to the Washington County Planning Commission at a Public Information
Meeting held during their regular meeting on November 6, 2023. It was then brought back for
recommendation at the December 4, 2023, meeting. At the latter meeting, members unanimously
recommended in favor of the proposed map amendment, with the condition that the prope1ty not be
subdivided in the future to separate the business from the associated residential structure. Thus far,
three written public comments in opposition of the proposal were received prior to the Planning
Commission Meeting. Concerns centered around the potential effects of auto body business on the
sun-ounding neighborhood, odors, number of cars, lighting and concerns of the designs of the business.
There was one person who spoke in favor of the application. The Planning Commission suppotts and
there is a staff report available.
Commissioner discussion regarding staff concerns, meeting all of the requirements for the overlay,
subdivision possibility of the acres, location of residents that had concerns, based on the location what
are the staff concerns, next step if approved, the purpose of the rural zoning and how does this support
the agricultural industry and farming and servicing the needs of the residential population, up zoning of
one propetiy in a district leading to the upzoning of other properties.
Noel S. Manalo, Offit Kurman Attorney's as Law, attorney for applicant presented on the purpose of
the Rural Business Floating Zoning and criteria and discussed the difficulties of making a living on
farming and provided his justifications for the rezoning, the small-scale nature and scope of the
proposed business.
Commissioner discussion regarding the public concerns against the proposed business, process for
constraints to be placed on the business, conditionality and residential concerns for potential for an
eyesore, buffering with fast growing trees to address the neighborhood concerns.
Mr. Manalo proffered that there would not be any subdivision allowed and once it got to the Planning
Commission a restriction of use could be put on the business.
Ralph Martin, applicant provided testimony regarding natural buffering on his prope1ty, possible
building dimensions and required space, personal vehicles and the scope of work to include local
agricultural business.
The Public Hearing was opened for public comment: There was no public comment.
The Public Hearing was closed at I 0:06 a.m.
The Public Hearing was opened for Commissioner comments:
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Commissioner comments regarding concerns to keep it rural as best as they can, no used car lots, no
litter, a buffer with trees on the roadside, no subdivision and no more than 5 cars outside (not to include
their personal vehicles).
Kirk Downey, County Attorney provided the application is for rural business and anything that is
allowed for use in a Rural Business Zone could be permitted.
Travis Allen clarified the Rural Business Zone is only approved for the specific use on the applications
any additional uses could require and additional application and there are landscaping requirements
addresses in the zoning specifications.
Ralph Matiin, applicant, is in agreement with the proposed conditions.
The Commissioner's reached a consensus (4-0) to approve the application for Zoning Text Amendment
RZ-23-006 to apply the Rural Business Floating Zone over the property located at 19815 Reidtown
Road with the following conditions of buffering with trees, no more than five cars on the lot and no
subdivision.
Kirk Downey, County Attorney presented they will prepare the necessary paperwork and bring
back for formal adoption.
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
COMMUNITY OFFICE OF STATEWIDE BROADBAND, FY23 CONNECT MARYLAND
NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM BY AND BETWEEN THE BOARD
OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND AND
VERIZON MARYLAND, LLC
Michelle Gordon, County Administrator; Kirk Downey, County Attorney; Tyler Patton, Verizon
Matyland, LLC presented the request to approve and authorize the execution of the Memorandum of
Understanding for The Department of Housing and Community Office of Statewide Broadband, FY23
Connect Matyland Network Infrastructure Grant Program by and between the Board of County
Commissioners of Washington County, Matyland and Verizon Maryland, LLC, as to be finalized by
the parties with the approval of the County Attorney's Office. The majority of the work will be located
in the western patt of the county in the Hancock area.
Commissioner Cline, seconded by Commissioner Wagner moved to approve the execution of the
Memorandum of Understanding as approved by the County Attorney's Office as presented. The
motion passed 4-0.
FY24 HEALTHY FAMILIES HOME VISITING CONTINUATION GRANT -APPROVAL
TO ACCEPT AW ARD ED FUNDING
Nicole Phillips, Senior Grant Manager, Grant Management; Richard Lesh, Grant Manager, Grant
Management presented the request to approve the acceptance of funding awarded under the FY24
Healthy Families Home Visiting Continuation Grant Program from the Maryland State Department of
Education in the amount of $138,996.50. The Washington County Office of Grant Management on
behalf of and at the direction of the Local Management Board is seeking approval to accept awarded
funding from the Maryland State Department of Education for the FY24 Healthy Families Home
Visiting Continuation Grant Program.
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Commissioner Harvey, seconded by Commissioner Cline, moved to approve the acceptance of funding
awarded under the FY24 Healthy Families Home Visiting Continuation Grant Program from the
Maryland State Depmtment of Education in the amount of $138,996.50 as presented. The motion
passed 4-0.
FY24 SCHOOL BASED HEAL TH CENTER SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDING APPROVAL TO
ACCEPT A WARDED FUNDING
Nicole Phillips, Senior Grant Manager, Grant Management; Richard Lesh, Grant Manager, Grant
Management presented the request to approve the acceptance of the FY24 School Based Health Center
Supplemental Funding in the amount of $35,000.00. The Washington County Office of Grant
Management, on behalf of and at the direction of the Local Management Board is seeking approval to
accept awarded supplemental funding from the Matyland State Department of Health for the School
Based Health Centers in Washington County.
Commissioner Cline, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to approve the acceptance of the
FY24 School Based Health Center Supplemental Funding in the amount of $35,000.00 as presented.
The motion passed 4-0.
SOLE SOURCE PROCUREMENT {PUR-1665) SENTINEL ONE EDR SOFTWARE AND SOC
MONITORING AGREEMENT FOR THE INFORMATION SYSTEM DEPARTMENT
Rick Curry, Director, Purchasing; Josh O'Neal, Chief Technical Officer, Information Technology
presented the request to authorize a Sole Source procurement for Sentinel One EDR software and SOC
Monitoring for the Information Systems Department in the amount of$285,379.20 over a 3-year period
from Arete Advisors of Boca Raton, FL based on its proposal. Arete managed detection and response
includes the licensing and management of the Sentinel One EDR software suite, as well as 24/7
management and monitoring of this suite, including security responses and notification of key
personnel.
Terms (Months) Min. Agents Per Agent Per
Month
36 1101
Total Cost at Minimum Number of Agents: $285,379.20
Annual Cost at Minimum Number of Agents: $95,126.40
Monthly Cost at Minimum Number of Agents: $7,927.20
$7.20
Total Price @
Min. # of Agents
$285, 379.20
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Harvey, moved to approve the Sole Source
procurement for Sentinel One EDR software and SOC Monitoring for the Information Systems Depa11ment in
the amount of$285,379.20 over a 3-year period from Arete Advisors as presented. The motion passed 4-0.
BID AWARD {PUR-1658) FIFTEEN {15) 2023 OR NEWER POLICE INTERCEPTORS
UTILITY A WD VEHICLES FOR THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Rick Curry, Director, Purchasing; Alan Matheny, Fleet Logistics and Commercial Vehicle
Enforcement, Sheriffs Office presented the request to award the procurement of Fifteen (15) 2023 or
Newer Police Interceptors Utility A WD vehicles for the Sheriff's Office to the lowest responsive,
responsible bidder, New Holland Auto Group of New Holland, PA in the amount of$44,956.00 each,
for the total sum of 668,940.00. Funds in the amount of $1,681,772 are budgeted in CIP line account
30-1131 0VEH006. The vehicles being replaced will be sold or donated to the local fire departments.
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Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline, moved to award the procurement of Fifteen
( I 5) 2023 or Newer Police Interceptors Utility A WO vehicles to New Holland Auto Group in the amount of
$44,956.00 each, for the total sum of 668,940.00 as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
QUOTATION AW ARD (0-23-767) -WELL DRILLING SERVICES AT ELEVATED WATER
STORAGE TANK FOR THE TOWN OF SHARPSBURG
Brandi Naugle, Buyer, Purchasing; Joe Moss, Deputy Director, Water Quality -Engineering Services
presented the request to award the well drilling services contract to the responsive, responsible low
quoter, Negley's Well Drilling Inc., ofNewburg, PA for the Total Base Bid in the amount of$97,424.00
(items I, 2, 3, and 4); plus Contingent Bid Items in the amount of $25,450.00 (items I and 2) for the
total sum of $122,874.00. Funds in the amount of $330,000 are available in the department's Capital
Improvement Plan account (38-410 I O-LIN047); the Town of Sharpsburg will pay 50% of the cost of
these services. No bids were received from local companies.
Item Item Description Unit of Qty. No. Measure
I Mobilization and Demobilization LS I
2 6" Well bore to identify a reliable yield VF 200
at I 00 GPM or better.
Permanently install 8" casing to the
3 depth of water bearing zone identified in VF 170
the 6" nilot well.
4 Complete 72-hour yield test LS I
Total Base Bid for Items l through 4
CONTINGENT BID ITEMS·
Item Item Description Unit of Qty.
No. Measure
I Additional 6" well bore beyond 200 VF VF 100
2 Additional 8" casing installed beyond VF 100
170 VF
Total Base Bid for Contingent Items l through 2
Total Bid Price (Base Bid Items l through 4, Plus Contingent
Items l and 2)
Commissioner discussion regarding local bidding.
Negley's Well Drilling, Inc.
Newburg, PA
Unit Price Extended
Price
$30,218.00 $30,218.00
$36.93 $7,386.00
$209.50 $35,615.00
$24,205.00 $24,205.00
$97,424.00
Unit Price Extended
Price
$45.00 $4,500.00
$209.50 $20,950.00
$25,450.00
$122,874.00
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Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline, moved to award the well drilling services
contract to Negley's Well Drilling Inc., for the Total Base Bid in the amount of $97,424.00 (items I, 2, 3, and
4); plus, Contingent Bid Items in the amount of $25,450.00 (items I and 2) for the total sum of$ 122,874.00 as
presented. The motion passed 4-0.
CONTRACT RENEWAL (PUR-1596) LABORATORY SERVICES FOR
WATER/WASTEWATER TESTING FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER QUALITY
Brandi Naugle, Buyer, Purchasing; Davina Yutzy, Deputy Director, Water Quality presented the
request to renew the contract for the Laboratory Services for Water/Wastewater Testing for the
Department of Water Quality with ALS Group USA, dba ALS Environmental, of Middletown, PA, per
the rate included in its letter dated January 8, 2024. ALS is requesting a Consumer Price Index (CPI)
increase of 3% to the current pricing structure for this renewal time period. On March 28, 2023, the
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County originally awarded a contract for the subject
services to ALS, based on a total bid sum of$82,142.00 for items I through 59. This contract was for
a period of one (I) year, with an option by the County to renew for up to two (2) additional consecutive
one (I) year periods, which began May I, 2023. This is the first of two additional one-year renewal
periods.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Harvey, moved to renew the contract for the
Laborato1y Services for Water/Wastewater Testing for the Depaitment of Water Quality with ALS Group USA,
dba ALS Environmental as presented. The motion passed 4-0.
BUDGET TRANSFER
Sheriff Brian Albeit, Washington County Sheriffs Office presented the request for a Budget Transfer
of Funds from Account 498800 in the amount of$108,147.00 to Account number 599999 Detention
Center Systemic projects and transfer of$28,018.00 from Account 498800 to Account 599999 Vehicle
and Equipment and transfer of funds from 515350 in the amount of $28,018.00 to Account 490010
Accident repairs.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Harvey, moved to approve the budget transfer
request as presented. The motion passed 4-0.
AGRICULTURE-FACES OF FARMING PRESENTATION
Leslie Hart, Business Development Specialist, Business and Economic Development promoted the
Ground Hog Day event this Friday, February 2, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. All of the vendor's are local to
Washington County. She presented "Faces of Farming" an agricultural-focused video marketing
campaign that showcased two local Washington County farms; Antietam Creek Vineyard of
Sharpsburg Maryland and Vixen Hollow Equestrian Center of Smithsburg Mmyland. The "Faces of
Farming" marketing videos will be showcased on the County's website, as well as Facebook and other
social media platforms, and will target a new industJy and highlight a local farmer from that specific
agricultural industty. Additionally, the Faces of Farming marketing campaign will be utilized in
Washington County Public Schools as an agricultural education element focused on kindergmten to
fifth grade students to connect Washington County youth directly with local farms.
CLOSED SESSION
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline, moved to convene in closed at 10:38 a.m.
to discuss the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation,
removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom this
public body has jurisdiction; or any other personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals;
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To consider the acquisition of real propetty for a public purpose and matters directly related thereto;
To consider a matter that concerns the proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate,
expand, or remain in the State; To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice on a legal matter; To
consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending or potential litigation; and To discuss
cybersecurity, if the public body determines that public discussion would constitute a risk to: (i) security
assessments or deployments relating to information resources technology; (ii) network security
information; or (iii) deployments or implementation of security personnel, critical infrastructure, or
security devices. The motion passed 4-0.
In closed session, the Commissioners discussed Boards and Commissions appointments, personnel
matters, assignments, vacancies, acquisition ofreal propetty for a public matter and contractual matters.
Present during closed session were Commissioners John F. Barr, Jeffrey A. Cline, Derek Harvey,
Wayne Keefer and Randall E Wagner. Also present was Dawn Marcus, County Clerk and Kirk C.
Downey, County Attorney; Michelle Gordon, County Administrator; Also present at various times,
were: Zachary Kieffer, Deputy County Attorney; Rosalinda Pascual, Assistant County Attorney; Chip
Rose, Director Human Resources; Dave Mason, Deputy Director Solid Waste, Andrew Eshleman,
Director, Public Works; The Honorable Brett R. Wilson, Judge, Circuit Comt for Washington County;
Todd Moser, Real Property Administrator, Engineering; Scott Hobbs, Director, Engineering; Kelcee
Mace, Deputy Director, Budget and Finance; Jason Rappapmt, President and CEO, Innovative Inc.;
Stephanie Hurd, Director Business Development, Innovative Inc.; Michael McAndrew, Service
Delivety Manager, Innovative Inc.; Tyler Snyder, Chief Information Officer, Innovative Inc.; Alex
Samuel, Vice President of Operations, Innovative Inc.
RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
Commissioner Harvey, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to reconvene in open session at
3 :05 p.m. The motion passed 4-0.
RECESS
EVENING MEE11NG AT MA UGANSVILLE RURITAN CLUB
Location: 17008 Maugans Avenue
Maugansville, Maryland 21767
MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A moment of silence was observed, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by the full
assemblage.
CALL TO ORDER
President John F. Barr called the evening meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of
Washington County, Maryland, to order at 6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Vice-
President Jeffrey A. Cline, Commissioner Derek Harvey, and Commissioner Randall E. Wagner.
Commissioner Wayne K. Keefer was absent.
COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Commissioner Wagner thanked the citizens of Maugansville for their hospitality. He attended the
Maugansville Awards Banquet and commented on the dedication of the members.
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Commissioner Cline thanked the citizens of Maugansville for hosting the meeting. He attended the
Maugansville Awards Banquet and commented on the great breakfast and large turnout.
Commissioner Harvey thanked everyone for coming and is looking forward to hearing everyone's
concerns. He commented on the County team, his working relationship with his peers and their
commitment to when receiving citizens' concerns.
Commissioner Barr thanked the citizens for attending and commented on the Maugansville breakfast,
the "gravy man" who serves the best sausage gravy. He has been attending meetings with the
delegation and other meetings as we try to stay on top of the bills in Annapolis.
CITIZENS' PARTICIPATION
Marty Lumm thanked the Commissioners and staff for the evening meeting. He congratulated Kirk
Downey on his appointment to Judge. Mr. Lumm commented on the Ruritan's Club Breakfast,
Christmas tree sale and holiday events.
Jack Finni ff shared concerns regarding Creighton Boulevard, warehouse vacancy and proposed future
businesses.
Mike Weaver commented on his appreciation of the Ruritan Club and shared his concerns regarding
the I-81 construction, noise pollution, increased rail traffic, emissions control for out of state vehicles,
the sewer surcharge, the four-way stop sign, speeding and requested presence from the Sheriffs
depaiiment.
Robe1i Walton shared his concerns of the trees on the property on the corner of Green and Alpine.
Ben Ebersole requested the status of the Eastern Boulevard project, lights by the Comfmi Suites, and
the vacant "Pizza Hut" building. He shared concerns of the I-81 widening, state funding and the status
of the Showalter Road.
Barb Jacob shared her concerns of the traffic and the widening ofl-81.
Pat Ebersole shared her concerns regarding the data breach letter.
Lynn Bivy commented on fundraising with the Ruritan Club and her shared her concerns on the funding
for the 250th Year Anniversaiy Celebration.
Tim Lumm commented on water and sewer rates and shared his concerns on traffic congestion and the
Shawley Drive intersection.
Marty Lumm commented on the Maugansville Ruritan Club, the community park, thanking the
commissioners for park equipment, and the need for funding for parking lot upgrades and utilization as
needed for an emergency shelter.
STAFF COMMENTS
Jonathan Horowitz, Director Business and Economic Development commented on warehouse tenancy,
parcels left for future businesses and details regarding the "Pizza Hut" building lease.
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Scott Hobbs, Director of Engineering, commented on the I-81 is a state project, design of noise walls
and current status the project phases. He discussed quiet zones, railroad crossing requirements and rail
concern for CSX and Norfolk Southern.
Mark Bradshaw, Director, Enviromnental Management commented on the sewer surcharge.
Brian Albert, Sheriff, Washington County Sheriff's Department commented now that a complaint has
been received, he will request Sheriff presence in the area.
Jill Baker, Director, Planning and Zoning conunented on inspecting the corner of Green and Alpine to
determine if there are any violations to the forest preservation control ordinance.
Scott Hobbs, Director, Engineering provided details on the Eastern Boulevard project, and addressed
the Comfort Suites as being located in the City of Hagerstown.
Andrew Eshleman, Director, Public Works conunented on the I-81 work in Maugansville and
commented on future plans for Showalter Road. He provided information on Program Open Space
funding for municipalities.
Danielle Weaver, Director, Public Relations and marketing commented on the 250th a1rniversary
celebration.
Michelle Gordon, County Administrator, commented on meetings the County has had with the
Secretary of the Department of Transportation, Delegates in Annapolis and the decrease of funding.
Ms. Gordon provided information regarding the legitimate data breach letter, third-party involvement
and availability of contact information on the County website. She provided information regarding the
250th Anniversary yearlong celebration of events and funding. Ms. Gordon will reach out to the grants
department regarding possible funding available for the Ruritan Club parking lot upgrades.
Commissioner comments regarding their engagement with the Legislation regarding I-81, delays
because of the lack of funding and the increasing cost, state focus on Washington DC and I-95 area,
need to get federal govermnent funding, relationship to political parties, discussions of the I-81 issues
directly with the Governor and Legislators and the 250th aimiversary celebration event and promoting
tourism. They thanked the Citizens for their questions and staff for responding.
ADJOURNMENT
Conunissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline, moved to adjourn at 7:05 p.m. The motion
passed unanimously.
o~*~ Dawn L. Marcus, County Clerk