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John F. Barr, President
Jeffrey A. Cline, Vice President
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
May 20, 2025
OPEN SESSION AGENDA
(REVISED)
8:00 AM INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CALL TO ORDER, President John F. Barr
8:00 A.M. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION - (Citizen participation is scheduled for a minimum of 30
minutes and each citizens’ comment will be limited to 3 minutes. This time limit will
be strictly enforced by the President. Please see the County’s website at WASHCO-
MD.NET for complete Meeting Conduct and Meeting Sequence Rules.)
8:30 AM RECESS
9:00 AM INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CALL TO ORDER, President John F. Barr
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 6, 2025
9:05 AM COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS
9:20 AM STAFF COMMENTS
9:30 AM 1. PRESENTATION OF JUROR APPRECIATION PROCLAMATION
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County to The Honorable Brett R.
Wilson, Administrative Judge; Kristin Grossnickle, Court Administrator, Kevin Tucker,
Clerk of the Circuit Court; Kristy Burgan, Jury Clerk, Circuit Court for Washington
County, Maryland
9:40 AM 2. PRESENTATION OF MS AWARENESS WEEK PROCLAMATION
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County to Michael Tomlin, Member,
National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Greater DC-Maryland Chapter
9:50 AM 3. PRESENTATION OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK
PROCLAMATION
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County to David Hays, Director,
Emergency Services; David Chisholm, Assistant Director- Emergency Medical
Services, Emergency Services; Eric Jacobs, Assistant Director – Field Operations,
Emergency Services, Melanie Higgins, Captain- Quality Assurance, Emergency
Services
Randy Leatherman
Randall E. Wagner
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Individuals requiring special accommodations are requested to contact the Office of the County Commissioners, 240.313.2200
Voice/TDD, to make arrangements no later than ten (10) working days prior to the meeting.
9:55 AM 4. COUNTY SUPPORT FOR MARYLAND STATE CAPITAL GRANT
APPLICATION RE: WILLIAMSPORT LIBRARY PROJECT
Kathleen O’Connell, Director of Public Services; Jennifer Keysor, Director of
Operations, Washington County Free Library
10:00 AM 5. PUBLIC HEARING – APPLICATION FOR ZONING MAP AMENDMENT RZ-
25-001
Travis Allen, Senior Planner, Planning and Zoning
10:45 AM 6. APPROVAL OF TRI PARTY MOU FOR THE CHASE SIX BOULEVARD &
CAMPUS AVENUE REALIGNMENT PROJECT
Mayor Howard Long, Town of Boonsboro; Rachel Souders, Town Manager, Town of
Boonsboro
11:00 AM 7. FY2026 PROGRAM OPEN SPACE ANNUAL PROGRAM
Andrew Eshleman, Director, Public Works
11:05 AM 8. FY2026 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS
Kelcee Mace, Chief Operating Officer; Kimberly Edlund, Director, Budget and
Finance
11:20 AM 9. QUOTE AWARD (Q-25-797) BOTTLED WATER AND DISPENSER RENTALS
FOR VARIOUS COUNTY DEPARTMENTS AND LOCATIONS
Aaron Weisner, Procurement Specialist, Purchasing; Brandi Kentner, Director,
Purchasing
11:25 AM 10. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
(LEASE) WITH FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA) FOR
NAVIGATIONAL AID FACILITIES LOCATED AT THE HAGERSTOWN
REGIONAL AIRPORT
Neil Doran, Director, Hagerstown Regional Airport
11:30 AM 11. KRETSINGER ROAD PROPERTY ACQUISITION
Todd Moser, Real Property Administrator, Engineering
11:35 AM 12. HOPEWELL ROAD PROPERTY ACQUISITION
Todd Moser, Real Property Administrator, Engineering
11:40 AM 13. SEX OFFENDER COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT MARYLAND
GRANT – APPROVAL TO ACCEPT AWARDED FUNDING
Lt. Daniel Monn, Quartermaster/Grants Manager, Washington County Sheriff’s
Office; Carsten Ahrens, Senior Grant Manager, Grant Management
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Individuals requiring special accommodations are requested to contact the Office of the County Commissioners, 240.313.2200
Voice/TDD, to make arrangements no later than ten (10) working days prior to the meeting.
11:45 AM CLOSED SESSION – (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 (1). Personnel matters are confidential,
precluding discussion in open session.
• Discussion of advertisement and hiring for position in Division of Environmental
Management
• Discussion of Membership of Salary Study Commission
To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice on a legal matter (7). Open session discussion would
breach attorney/client privilege.
• Consultation with outside counsel to discuss matter concerning County
infrastructure.
• Update from County Attorney on County-involved legal matters.
To consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending or potential litigation (8).
• Consultation with individuals about pending or potential litigation between
volunteer emergency services provider and County, as authority having
jurisdiction.
To conduct collective bargaining negotiations or consider matters that relate to the negotiations (9).
• Open session discussion would disadvantage County’s bargaining position in the
course of union negotiations.)
1:50 PM RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
Citizens’ comments regarding the items on this Agenda or any other item of County business may
be directed to the contactcommissioners@washco-md.net.
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Individuals requiring special accommodations are requested to contact the Office of the County Commissioners, 240.313.2200
Voice/TDD, to make arrangements no later than ten (10) working days prior to the meeting.
You may also contact each Commissioner individually at:
John F. Barr, President: jbarr@washco-md.net or (240) 313-2205;
Jeffrey A. Cline, Vice President: jcline@washco-md.net or (240) 313-2208;
Derek Harvey, Commissioner: dharvey@washco-md.net or (240) 313-2206
Randy Leatherman, Commissioner: rleatherman@washco-md.net or (240) 313-2209;
Randall E. Wagner, Commissioner: rwagner@washco-md.net or (240) 313-2207.
Additionally, you may contact Michelle Gordon, County Administrator at
mgordon@washco-md.net or (240) 313-2202.
Open Session Item
SUBJECT: Presentation of Juror Appreciation Month Proclamation
PRESENTATION DATE: May 20, 2025
PRESENTATION BY: Board of County Commissioners of Washington County to The Honorable
Brett R. Wilson, Administrative Judge; Kristin Grossnickle, Court Administrator, Kevin Tucker, Clerk
of the Circuit Court; Kristy Burgan, Jury Clerk, Circuit Court for Washington County, Maryland
REPORT-IN-BRIEF:
WHEREAS, the right to a trial by jury is one of the core values of American citizenship and the
obligation and privilege to serve as a juror are fundamental to our democracy; and
WHEREAS, our courts depend upon citizens to serve as jurors. Service by citizens as jurors is
indispensable to the judicial system and all citizens should be encouraged to respond when summoned
for jury service; and
WHEREAS, a goal for the court and the broader community is to ensure that jury selection and jury
service are fair, effective, and not unduly burdensome on anyone; and
WHEREAS, the Circuit Court for Washington County is committed to the following goals: applauding
the efforts of jurors who fulfill their civic duty; ensuring that the responsibility of jury service is shared
fairly by supporting employees who are called upon to serve as jurors; ensuring that the responsibility
of jury service is shared fairly among citizens and that a fair cross section of the community is called for
jury service; ensuring that all jurors are treated with respect and that their service is not unduly
burdensome; and providing jurors with tools that will assist their decision making.
NOW THEREFORE, We, the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland, do
hereby proclaim the month of May 2025 as “Jury Appreciation Month” in Washington County in
appreciation of every citizen who has been summoned and served jury duty in Washington County.
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Agenda Report Form
Open Session Item
SUBJECT: Presentation of MS Awareness Week Proclamation
PRESENTATION DATE: May 20, 2025
PRESENTATION BY: Board of County Commissioner of Washington County to Michael
Tomlin, Member, National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Greater DC-Maryland Chapter
RECOMMENDED MOTION: N/A
REPORT-IN-BRIEF: Proclamation Presentation
WHEREAS, multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurological disease of the central nervous system
affecting nearly one million people, between the ages of 20 through 50, in the United States; and
WHEREAS, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society has been committed for 79 years to a world
free of MS, heightening public knowledge of the disease and being a driving force of MS research,
relentlessly pursuing treatments and striving to find a cure investing more than $1 billion in
groundbreaking research with stopping MS in its tracks and restoring what has been lost being the
mission of the Society and one that all Americans and residents of Washington County should
support; and
WHEREAS, Washington County, Maryland recognizes the importance of raising awareness of
MS to ensure timely treatment while striving to find the cause of and cure for this disease. The
County expresses its appreciation for the dedication of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society –
Greater DC-Maryland Chapter, whose new campaign, "MS Ends With Us," embodies a powerful
and aspirational message. Washington County proudly stands with this vision and the Society’s
mission to create a world free of MS.
NOW THEREFORE, we, the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County,
Maryland, hereby recognize May 25 – 31, 2025 as MS Awareness Week, and encourage all citizens
to learn more about multiple sclerosis and what they can do to support individuals with MS and
their families.
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Agenda Report Form
Open Session Item
SUBJECT: Presentation of Emergency Medical Services Week Proclamation
PRESENTATION DATE: May 20, 2025
PRESENTATION BY: Board of County Commissioners of Washington County to David Hays,
Director, Emergency Services; David Chisholm, Assistant Director- Emergency Medical Services,
Emergency Services; Eric Jacobs, Assistant Director – Field Operations, Emergency Services, Melanie
Higgins, Captain- Quality Assurance, Emergency Services
REPORT-IN-BRIEF:
WHEREAS, emergency medical services are a vital public service and the members of emergency
medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days
a week; and
WHEREAS, access to quality emergency care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rate of
those who experience sudden illness or injury. Emergency medical services fill healthcare gaps by
providing important, out-of-hospital care, including preventative medicine, follow-up care, and access
to telemedicine; and
WHEREAS, the emergency medical services consist of first responders, emergency medical
technicians, paramedics, emergency medical dispatchers, firefighters, police officers, educators,
administrators, pre-hospital nurses, emergency nurses, emergency physicians, trained members of the
public, and other out of hospital medical care providers; and
WHEREAS, the members of emergency services teams, whether career or volunteer, engage in
thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills
and it is appropriate to recognize the value and accomplishments of emergency medical services
providers by designating the Emergency Medical Services Week.
NOW THEREFORE, We, the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland, do
hereby proclaim the week of May 18-24, 2025 as Emergency Medical Services Week and encourage all
citizens to observe this week with the appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities to honor the
EMS profession and the essential service it provides.
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Agenda Report Form
Open Session Item
SUBJECT: County Support for Maryland State Capital Grant application re: Williamsport Library
project
PRESENTATION DATE: May 20, 2025
PRESENTATION BY: Kathleen O’Connell, Director of Public Services and Jennifer Keysor,
Director of Operations, Washington County Free Library
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Washington County Commissioner’s to provide written support to
Washington County Free Library for the Maryland State Capital Grant (FY27) for Libraries, which is
due in FY25.
REPORT-IN-BRIEF: The Library is seeking a written commitment from the Commissioner’s for
$392,500.80 in FY 27, which is thirty percent of the design total, $1,308,336.00, as well as a
commitment to at least $5,485,512.00 for all phases of the project, which is 30% of the total cost of
$18,285,040.
DISCUSSION: Following through with the FY26-31 Capital Improvement Plan.
FISCAL IMPACT: $392,500.80 in FY27
CONCURRENCES: N/A
ATTACHMENTS: N/A
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Agenda Report Form
May 20, 2025
Ms. Morgan Miller
Maryland State Librarian
Maryland State Library
25 S. Charles Street, Suite 1310
Baltimore, MD 21201
Re: Williamsport Library
Dear Ms. Miller:
Washington County Board of County Commissioner’s hereby confirms our FY27 commitment of at least
$392,500.80 for the design of the new Williamsport Library. The County funds will be used for design, as
well as drafting the Project Development and Construction Schedules.
The total project estimate sits at $18,285,040. Additionally, the County intends to provide a total of at
least $5,485,512.00 for all phases of this project.
We thank you for your agency’s support in this endeavor, and look forward to a new Williamsport
Library for our community members to enjoy.
Sincerely,
John Barr
President
Washington County Board of County Commissioners
Open Session Item
SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING - Application for Zoning Map Amendment RZ-25-001
PRESENTATION DATE: May 20, 2025
PRESENTATION BY: Travis Allen, Senior Planner, Department of Planning and Zoning
RECOMMENDED MOTION: The purpose of this public hearing is to take public comment on the
rezoning application. The Commissioners have the option to reach a consensus to either approve or
deny the request after the public hearing closes or deliberate on the issue at a later date.
REPORT-IN-BRIEF: Application is being made to apply the Rural Business floating zone over a
1.68-acre portion of a property through a rezoning map amendment.
DISCUSSION: The applicants Myron and Hazel Horst seek a map amendment for a property at 6821
Sharpsburg Pike ¼ mile north of Antietam Battlefield. The applicant wishes to establish a tire repair
shop that would not be permitted under its current zoning designation.
The factors to be considered in a request for the creation of a new RB zoning district are listed in Article
5E of the Washington County Zoning Ordinance. RB districts must designate a specific type of land
use they wish to pursue at the location in their application materials and demonstrate that the proposed
use will be compatible with the existing neighborhood which surrounds it. The purpose of the RB
zoning district is to permit the continuation and development of businesses that support the agricultural
industry and farming community, serve the needs of the rural residential population, provide for
recreation and tourism opportunities, and to establish locations for businesses and facilities not
otherwise permitted in the rural areas of the County.
This item was presented to the Washington County Planning Commission at a Public Information
Meeting held during their regular meeting on April 7, 2025. Members unanimously recommended in
favor of the proposed map amendment at that same meeting.
Thus far, one public comment in favor of the proposal was received during the Public Information
Meeting. Concerns centered around signage were also noted by a neighboring property owner at the
meeting.
FISCAL IMPACT: N/A
CONCURRENCES: Washington County Planning Commission
ALTERNATIVES: N/A
ATTACHMENTS: Application, staff report, Planning Commission recommendation, approved
Planning Commission minutes and written public comments
AUDIO/VISUAL NEEDS: none
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Agenda Report Form
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & ZONING COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING | LAND PRESERVATION | FOREST CONSERVATION | GIS
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April 7, 2025 Case #: RZ-25-001
Application for Map Amendment
Staff Report and Analysis
Property Owner(s) : Myron & Hazel Horst
Applicant(s) : Myron & Hazel Horst
Location : 6821 Sharpsburg Pike
Election District : #12 – Fairplay
Comprehensive Plan
Designation : Preservation
Zoning Map : 72
Parcel(s) : P. 168
Acreage : 10.7 acres (1.68 within RB Overlay)
Existing Zoning : Preservation (P) with Antietam Overlay 2 District (AO-2)
Requested Zoning : Preservation (P) with Antietam Overlay 2 District (AO-2) and
Rural Business (RB) overlay
Date of Hearing : April 7, 2025
I. Background Information
a. Location and Description of Subject Properties
The subject parcel is located at on the
east side of Sharpsburg Pike (MD-65) at its
intersection with Taylors Landing Road. The
property subject to this rezoning encompasses
10.7 acres of agricultural land, 1.68 acres of
which would be encumbered with the Rural
Business (RB) floating zone.
The property contains a single-family
dwelling, barn and a recently constructed
garage/office building. The garage/office building
was originally permitted as an agricultural
support building for various farm related
purposes in 2020.
In addition to the Preservation (P) base
zoning which is applied to the property, the
parcel also falls within the Antietam Overlay-2
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Zoning District (AO-2). The AO-2 District extends 1,000 feet east/west from the road centerline
along this stretch of MD-65, encumbering multiple properties south of Bakersville Rd &
Keedysville Rd for approximately 1 mile south of this intersection. It defines an approach buffer
to Antietam National Battlefield which is designed to regulate the exterior appearance of all
commercial and non-residential uses, excluding farm structures, to preserve the historic
character of the road corridor on the approach to the Battlefield. The AO-2 is also applied to
many other properties along three other road segments on MD-65 and MD-34 (Shepherdstown
Pike), in or immediately around the Towns of Sharpsburg and Keedysville.
There are no known sensitive environmental areas on the property.
b. Rural Business Floating Zone Purpose and Criteria
The Rural Business Zoning District is established to permit the continuation and
development of businesses that support the agricultural industry and farming community, serve
the needs of the rural residential population, provide for recreation and tourism opportunities,
and to establish locations for businesses and facilities not otherwise permitted in the rural areas
of the County. It is established as a “floating zone” which may be located on any parcel in an
Agricultural, Environmental Conservation, Preservation or Rural Village Zoning District. A
floating zone is a zoning district that delineates conditions which must be met before that zoning
district can be approved for an existing piece of land.
Section 5E.4 of the Rural Business Zoning District describes the criteria that must be met for the
establishment of a new Rural Business Zoning District. These criteria include:
1. The proposed RB District is not within any designated growth area identified
in the Washington County Comprehensive Plan;
2. The proposed RB District has safe and usable road access on a road that
meets the standards under the “Policy of Determining Adequacy of Existing
Roads.” In addition, a traffic study may be required where the proposed
business, activity or facility generates 25 or more peak hour trips or where
40% of the estimated vehicle trips are anticipated to be commercial truck
traffic;
3. Onsite issues relating to sewage disposal, water supply, stormwater
management, floodplains, etc. can be adequately addressed; and
4. The location of an RB District would not be incompatible with existing land
uses, cultural or historic resources, or agricultural preservation efforts in the
vicinity of the proposed district.
Section 5E.6c further expands upon the above noted criteria in describing the basis for which
the Planning Commission should base its recommendation to the Board of County
Commissioners upon after the Public Information Meeting including:
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1. The proposed district will accomplish the purpose of the RB District;
2. The proposed site development meets criteria identified in Section 5E.4 of
this Article;
3. The roads providing access to the site are appropriate for serving the
business-related traffic generated by the proposed RB land use;
4. Adequate sight distance along roads can be provided at proposed points of
access;
5. The proposed landscaped areas can provide adequate buffering of the
proposed RB land use from existing land uses in the vicinity;
6. The proposed land use is not of a scale, intensity or character that would be
incompatible with adjacent land uses or structures.
To be established, RB districts must also meet bulk requirements outlined in Article 5E.5. A
preliminary site plan which addresses the elements noted above and other criteria in 5E.6.a(3)
in greater detail is also a required part of the application process. Finally, approval of the
application to create an RB District shall only be for the use identified on the application and
preliminary site plan (PSP). An approved RB District covers only the portion of the parcel or lot
identified in the application. Changes to the use, intensity or area covered by an approved RB
District shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission. A new public hearing may be required
to approve the changed use.
II. Staff Analysis
The staff analysis of the proposed rezoning will utilize the criteria outlined in the previous
section of this report to determine the suitability of applying a newly created RB floating zone in
the designated location.
1. The proposed district will accomplish the purpose of the RB District;
As defined above, one purpose of the floating zone is to “establish locations for
businesses and facilities not otherwise permitted in the rural areas of the County.” “Auto Sales
and Services” are listed together as a single principal permitted use within an RB Zoning District
in the Table of Land Use Regulations for Rural Areas in Article 3 of the Zoning Ordinance.
Under the current P zoning, the proposed use would not be permitted.
The applicant’s Justification Statement also contends that the proposed tire repair shop
would “support the agricultural industry and farming community,” fulfilling one of the other stated
purposes of the RB Zoning District.
2. The proposed RB District is not within any designated growth area identified in
the Washington County Comprehensive Plan;
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The proposed site of this rezoning is located outside of the County’s current Urban Growth Area
boundary. This status is not proposed to change in the forthcoming Comprehensive Plan
update.
3. Road and Traffic Considerations
a. Traffic Generation
Traffic counts on County and State roads in the vicinity of the rezoning site provide
limited insight on traffic flow or congestion that might be impacted an expanded business at this
location. Single day traffic counts were collected for one 24-hour period in 2016 at three local
road intersections with Sharpsburg Pike in the immediate vicinity of the subject site. The counts
for these three locations are noted below:
Taylors Landing Rd at Sharpsburg Pike (300 feet west): 388 vehicles
Bakersville Rd at Sharpsburg Pike (.50 miles northwest): 722 vehicles
Keedysville Rd at Sharpsburg Pike (.50 miles northeast): 934 vehicles
Until 2020, the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) maintained a traffic
counter approximately 2 miles north of the site, near the intersection of MD-65 and MD-63
(Spielman Rd). Perhaps due to COVID-19, the counter at this location was discontinued in that
year, making 2019 the last year in which traffic was counted along MD-65 in relative proximity to
the rezoning site. Accordingly, a twenty-year survey of traffic counts at this location is detailed
below from 1999-2019.
These counts indicate an increase in traffic traveling north/south on MD-65 during the
last twenty years. A high of 9,363 vehicles was counted in 2019 after traffic remained largely
steady at around 8,500 AADT. The 2019 figure represents a 20.4% increase in the last twenty
years (or 1% annually). The traffic volume data shown in the table below is expressed in annual
average daily traffic volumes (AADT).
Year @ Spielman Rd
As noted previously, the requirements of the RB District require a traffic study when the
proposed business, activity or facility generates “25 or more peak hour trips or where 40% of the
estimated vehicle trips are anticipated to be commercial truck traffic.” The applicant’s
justification statement asserts that “The intended use will not generate more than 15 peak hour
trips.”
b. Road and Site Circulation Improvements
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The site is located directly on Sharpsburg Pike. The road is classified as an Other
Principal Arterial (Non-Interstate) in the Functional Road Classification portion of the
Transportation Element in the County’s 2002 Comprehensive Plan. This classification accounts
for mobility and access characteristics of the roadway in its categorization. Non-Interstate
Arterial roads are designed to carry greater than 5,000 Average Daily Traffic in rural areas. The
County’s road classification system is based upon the Federal Highway Functional
Classification System, but modified to reflect local road conditions.
A review of the County’s 10-Year CIP and the State Highway Administration’s
Consolidated Transportation Plan did not note any road improvements in the vicinity of this
proposed rezoning that would affect road capacity or traffic flow.
The Highways Plan in the 2002 Comprehensive Plan and in the current draft of the
Comprehensive Plan update also do not propose notable road projects for this portion of MD-
65. Much of the current attention for that roadway in transportation planning documents focuses
on improvements to the MD-65/I-70 interchange, or widening of the state highway from that
point to Lappans Rd.
The Hagerstown/Eastern Panhandle Metropolitan Planning Organization’s current Long
Range Transportation Plan does call for long-term widening of MD-65 all the way to the Town of
Sharpsburg. This is however a long-term project, not slated for implementation prior to 2036.
The Applicant’s preliminary site plan (Exhibit C) does not anticipate any access changes
from the property to MD-65.
SHA and the Washington County Department of Engineering had no comment when
routed the application for review.
Site Planning Considerations
a. Water
The proposed rezoning site is designated as W-7 in the 2009 Water and Sewer Plan
with no planned connection to public water. An existing well on the property is depicted on
Washington County Plat 4918, which subdivided the subject lot in 1996. The preliminary site
plan in this application also locates the well. Well locations are approved by the Washington
County Health Department. The Health Department is also responsible for monitoring wells for
water quality issues.
b. Sewer
The proposed rezoning site is designated as S-7 in the 2009 Water and Sewer Plan with
no planned connection to public sewer. An approximate location of the existing septic system is
depicted on the recorded plat noted above and on the PSP. The Applicant’s justification
statement asserts that “The intended use will not create any sewage disposal, water supply,
stormwater or other issues that are not above and beyond impacts already accounted for by the
current residential use onsite.”
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The Washington County Health Department is responsible for approving the location and
method of sewage disposal on individual properties in the County. A copy of this rezoning
application was routed for the Health Department for their review. They offered no substantive
comment.
c. Stormwater Management (SWM)
The applicant’s Justification Statement comment regarding development related effects
on stormwater was noted above. SWM facilities are not shown on the preliminary site plan
included with the application.
The Washington County Department of Engineering had no comment when routed the
application for review.
d. Floodplain
The proposed rezoning site does not contain floodplain area.
e. Bulk Regulations
Zoning setbacks are shown on the applicant’s PSP and on the recorded plat for this lot
previously discussed.
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4. Compatibility with Adjacent Land Uses
a. Land Use in the Vicinity
The surrounding lands contain a
mixture of rural zoning classifications
and accompanying land uses as seen
in the image at left. As noted
previously, most properties in the
immediate area are zoned Preservation
(P). These properties include a mix of
minor residential subdivisions along
major roads, and larger agricultural
parcels further away from MD-65.
The Antietam Overlay-2 zone
(Battlefield Approach) encompasses
the area previously described in the
report introduction from Bakersville Rd
& Keedysville Rd south along MD-65.
The Antietam Overlay-1 (Battlefield
Buffer) follows to the south of the AO-2
corridor and encompasses the lands of
Antietam National Battlefield.
The Historic Rural Village of
Bakersville is found in the Rural Village
Zoning District to the northwest of the
subject property.
Larger agricultural parcels are then
found in the Agricultural Rural (AR)
lands to the north.
There are also two other existing
RB Zoning Districts in the immediate
vicinity providing prior precedent for
commercial uses along this stretch of
MD-65. These adjacent rural businesses include:
• Stoney Hollow Gifts at (adjacent parcel to south) - originally permitted as an antique
shop, noted in Applicant’s Justification Statement as being an auction house.
• 6508 Sharpsburg Pike – former Clara Bee Gift Shop with Antietam battlefield diorama,
currently used as an apartment building.
AO-2
AO-1
RB
RB
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b. Historic Resources
As the property is in close proximity to Antietam National Battlefield, there are numerous
existing historic sites within ½ mile or less of this proposed rezoning site that should be
considered in evaluating its compatibility. As previously discussed, the site lies within the AO-2
zoning overlay which encompasses the approach to Battlefield. The northern boundary of the
Battlefield is roughly .25 miles south of the subject property.
Beyond the numerous historic resources pertaining to the Battlefield, there are 11 sites
are described in the Maryland Historic Trust Inventory of State Historic Sites as follows:
Offsite Historic Properties within ½ mile of property
• WA-II-303: “Remsburg Farm” (400’ southwest)
Early 20th farm complex with 2-story frame house, bank barn and several outbuildings.
• WA-II-318: “Brick Church Building” (550’ southwest)
Late 19th brick building, formerly a Brethren Church that may have served as a temporary
hospital after the Battle of Antietam, now converted to a dwelling.
• WA-II-1144: “Ritchie Property” (.5 miles southwest)
Mid-19th century farm complex with roughly a dozen contributing structures (2-story stone
dwelling, 2-story frame house, stone log house, stone bridge, family cemetery, variety of
domestic outbuildings of frame, log and stone construction). These contributing structures
encompass what were formerly multiple farmsteads including those listed under the following
MHT listings:
o WA-II-1121: “Spring Wood Farm”
o WA-II-1136: “Jacob Coffman House and Cemetery”
• WA-II-359: “A. Hammond House/Sharon L. Hall Property” (.25 miles southeast)
Mid-19th century farm complex with 2 story brick farmhouse, frame barn and outbuildings.
• WA-II-358: “Late 19th Century Farmstead” (.5 miles northeast)
Late 19th century farm complex with 2 story brick farmhouse and bank barn and outbuildings.
• WA-II-453: “Mid-19th Century Brick Farm Complex” (.5 miles west)
Mid-19th Century farm complex including 2 story brick farmhouse and frame barn.
• WA-II-325: “Eakle-Poffenberger House” (.33 miles north)
Early 20th century 2 story frame farmhouse and outbuildings.
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• WA-II-329: “Mid-19th Century Brick Farmhouse” (.4 miles north)
Mid-19th century 2 story brick farmhouse with smoke house and bank barn.
Historic Reviewing Agency Comments
Meghan Jenkins, who acts as the liaison between the Department of Planning and Zoning and
the Historic District Commission (HDC), offered the following comments on behalf of the HDC
when outed a copy of the rezoning application:
The property at 6821 Sharpsburg Pike (Tax ID 12000421) is fully encompassed by the portion
of Antietam Overlay 2 (AO2) which is a 1000’ buffer of Sharpsburg Pike. The Antietam Overlay
“1) preserves the existing quality of the viewshed of the Antietam Battlefield, and 2) ensures that
development of certain lands adjacent to the major roads which provide public access to the
Antietam Battlefield (i.e., Maryland Routes 34 and 65) is compatible with the agricultural and
historic character of the area” (Section 20A.0 Purpose). The HDC reviews applications in the
AO1 and AO2 in accordance with the provisions of Article 20, Historic Preservation District, and
Section 20.6.
The HDC reviewed this rezoning application at its March 5, 2025 meeting. The rezoning
application included a deed for the property which had no mention of the existing Maryland
Environmental Trust (MET) easement on the property. The HDC recommends that the applicant
cleans up the title information for this property by recording a deed which properly reflects the
restrictions and conditions of the property. The purpose of the MET easement is very similar to
that of the AO2 stating that “conserving the dominant scenic, cultural, rural, historical,
archaeological, agricultural, woodland and wetland character of the Property…preventing the
use or development of the Property for any purpose or in any manner that would conflict with
the maintenance of the Property in its open-space condition and in protecting the viewshed and
landscape surrounding the Antietam Battlefield” (L1363, F1042). The easement also restricts
commercial activities other than farming except those that can be performed in existing
buildings (L1363 F1043). The Historic District Commission does not typically comment on the
proposed use of property, only the impact of the proposed use on the Antietam Overlay’s
purpose. In this case the HDC did want to point out that the proposed use does not appear
consistent with the language of the MET easement. The HDC does believe that as long as the
use is restricted to the pole building and the minimal parcel area defined on the rezoning
application, the proposed use will not be in conflict with the purpose of the AO2.
The HDC noted that the building proposed for the RB Overlay use was recently constructed as
an Agricultural Building. The AO2 specifically exempts agricultural buildings from the provisions
of Article 20, Historic Preservation District, and Section 20.6 of the Zoning Ordinance. However,
if this commercial use is approved for the RB Overlay, the site will be subject to these review
criteria for any future plans or permits including signage. The HDC has Design Guidelines for
Historic Structures which include guidance on signage and other site development that should
be followed for any future applications on this property.
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The application included responses to Section 5E.4 Criteria for Rural Business. The HDC
respectfully disagrees with the response to #4 regarding incompatibility with existing land uses,
cultural or historic resources, or agricultural preservation efforts due to the response neglecting
to account for the purpose of the AO2 or the MET easement in any form, both of which are in
place on this property with the intent to protect the viewshed entering the Antietam Battlefield.
The response also mentions an adjacent property and its existing RB overlay. The HDC looked
at both properties and found that there is a significant difference in the view from the roadway
for these properties. The RB Overlay at 6741 Sharpsburg Pike has 150’ of mixed forest
buffering the view of the commercial use on the property and is minimally visible from the
roadway. The RB overlay application has proposed an area for the overlay which starts
approximately 130’ back from the road and the HDC emphasizes this overlay should maintain
that minimum in addition to requiring a mixed forest native vegetative buffer similar to those in
place nearby to minimize visibility of the commercial use should this be approved. The HDC
also noted that all storage of equipment and supplies should be to the rear of the building as
indicated by the proposed rezoning area. The application includes a response to Section
27.3.(e) which requires the consideration of the application’s compatibility with existing and
proposed development with properties that include resources on the Washington County
Historic Sites Inventory. Again, in this response, there is little substance in regard to the analysis
of the AO2 purpose and no mention of the property’s MET easement which support the
Washington County Historic Sites Survey for the Antietam Battlefield (WA-II-477).
Finally, the HDC discussed the placement of a floating zone (RB) in conjunction with an overlay
zone such as the AO2. Many of the existing businesses were in existence when these various
zoning mechanisms were implemented. The HDC understands the need for Rural Businesses,
however, they are concerned that there is no expiration to the Rural Business once applied to a
property and if another business is functionally similar, the RB persists with property transfer.
Their preference would be to minimize areas where floating zones interact with overlays,
perhaps with an expiration of floating zones where they overlap with overlays upon transfer of
property. The concern of the HDC is that there is inadequate understanding of information and
impacts for the buyer of these properties with multiple zoning Sections in effect. This can cause
confusion for property owners regarding the use of the property. It also causes inadvertent
expansion of the RB over time in areas where resource protection should be a priority as
indicated by the purpose statements of the overlay.
Summary of Recommendations:
1. Consider correcting the title information for this property by recording a deed which properly
reflects the restrictions and conditions of the property.
2. The proposed RB overlay should maintain the 130’ buffer from Sharpsburg Pike and a
minimal coverage of the parcel as indicated on the application.
3. The site will be subject to the provisions of Article 20, Historic Preservation District, and
Section 20.6 of the Zoning Ordinance for any future plans or permits including signage. The
HDC has Design Guidelines for Historic Structures which include guidance on signage and
other site development that should be followed for any future applications on this property.
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4. Require mixed forest native vegetative buffers similar to those in place nearby to minimize
visibility of the commercial use.
5. All storage of equipment and supplies should be to the rear of the building as indicated by the
proposed rezoning area.
6. Minimize areas where floating zones interact with overlays, perhaps with an expiration of
floating zones where they overlap with overlays upon transfer of property.
c. Agricultural Land Preservation
The proposed rezoning site is located
within the heart of the County’s designated Rural
Legacy Area (RL). The program was created to
focus on some of Maryland’s best natural,
agricultural, historical and cultural areas and
Maryland’s most significant rural landscapes.
The Program encourages local governments and
private land trusts to
identify Rural Legacy
Areas and to competitively
apply for funds to
complement existing lands
preservation efforts or to
develop new ones.
Easements are sought
from willing landowners in
order to protect areas
vulnerable to sprawl
development that can weaken an area’s natural resources, thereby jeopardizing the economic
value of farming, forestry, recreation and tourism. The RL is heavily concentrated in this area of
southern Washington County in the lands around Antietam Battlefield. RL easements that have
been purchased are shown in light red on the map.
Parcels in light green on the image have enrolled in the County’s Agricultural District
program. This program is intended to be a precursor for lands to eventually establish a
permanent agricultural land preservation easement through various means.
In service of the above objectives, the property itself is encumbered with an easement
from the Maryland Environmental Trust (MET). MET works with the Maryland Department of
Natural Resources to engage landowners who are willing to donate a conservation easement
for tax deductions, tax credits and land protection purposes. The purpose of the MET easement
is, according to language contained in the deed of easement is for:
“… conserving the dominant scenic, cultural, rural, historical, archaeological, agricultural,
woodland and wetland character of the Property…preventing the use or development of the
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Property for any purpose or in any manner that would conflict with the maintenance of the
Property in its open-space condition and in protecting the viewshed and landscape surrounding
the Antietam Battlefield.”
Agricultural Land Preservation Reviewing Agency Comments
MET offered the following response in an email exchange with Washington County Land
Preservation Planner Chris Boggs after being sent the rezoning application for review:
“Article II.A.(1) of the Horsts' Conservation Easement gives the owner the ability to operate a tire
repair business out of the existing garage as long as they do not alter the external structure or
appearance and if they ensure all materials would be stored out of sight due to the scenic value.
They would not be allowed to expand or build a new structure for the purpose of having a
commercial tire business.
We don't necessarily want to prevent the rezoning if they need it to operate within the existing
garage, but we also don't want it to be easier for someone to build a commercial business
unrelated to agriculture in the future.”
5. Additional Considerations
a. Emergency Services
The Fairplay Community Volunteer Fire Company of District 12 is the nearest emergency
services provider to this site, located approximately 2 miles northwest. The Division of
Emergency Services had no comment when routed a copy of the application.
b. Comprehensive Plan Designation
The 2002 Comprehensive Plan designated this site as falling within the Preservation Policy
Area in its Land Use Plan. This Policy Area is the focus of rural land preservation area efforts.
It includes the County’s designated Rural Legacy Area, federal lands, state parks, state wildlife
management areas, county parks, Edgemont Watershed and most of the mountaintops as well
the Potomac River. Purchase of development easements to support preservation efforts in this
area is encourage. Limited development to support the goals and objectives of preserving the
resources of this area is a priority.
c. Business Operations (Hours of Operation, Employees, etc.)
According to the preliminary site plan provided by the applicant, the anticipated hours of
operation for the various proposed businesses are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm,
Saturday 8-12 pm. The number of employees would be two for the business. The applicant’s
justification statement indicates that:
“The applicant would conduct the business with no additional employees in the foreseeable
future. The plan of business is the Applicant would pick up tires or customers would drop them
off, and the Applicant would conduct the repairs on site; there would be no vehicle storage
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associated with the repair use. The customer base would be farm and agricultural property
owners and their vehicle needs. There would be no signage or significant marketing beyond
neighbors and existing acquaintances of the Applicant, as the Applicant foresees viable and
ample business just from that group. Repair work and all related equipment would be done
indoors. There would be very limited outdoor storage on a temporary basis, and it would be
appropriately screened.”
III. Recommendation
The criteria outlined in Article 5E of the Zoning Ordinance details the conditions which must
be met for a new RB floating zoned to be applied to a prospective property through the rezoning
process. The analysis in this staff report has uncovered the central nature of two criteria which
principally affect the appropriateness of establishing a new RB District in this specific location -
compatibility with existing land uses and cultural or historic resources. Compatibility with the
surrounding character of the “neighborhood” forms the central concern for decision makers to
analyze in their review of this rezoning application.
To this end, the applicant looks to establish a new commercial use on lands immediately
surrounding the nationally significant Antietam Battlefield, in the AO-2 Zoning District which
buffers the approach to the Battlefield. The commercial use would also be pursued within an
existing MET easement which was designed to further regulate the character of development in
this approach zone to conserve the scenic and historic character of lands in this corridor.
On the other hand, the intended use as a tire repair business would be conducted inside an
existing accessory building with minimal visual or operational impact to the surrounding area.
As noted earlier in this report however, that existing accessory structure was permitted originally
as an agricultural structure (which was therefore not reviewed by the HDC due to the exclusion
in the Zoning Ordinance for agricultural structures), not as a commercial building. This building
also did not exist at the time the MET easement was established (1997 – see L1363, F1054),
leading one to question whether pursuing a commercial use in the structure is in keeping with
the stated intent of the permanent easement, despite the ambiguous response from MET on
whether commercial activities are permitted in the new structure.
Therefore, the Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners should carefully
consider these compatibility concerns in balance with the other criteria outlined in Section 5E of
the Zoning Ordinance to determine the appropriateness of establishing a new RB Zoning District
at this property in the vicinity of Antietam Battlefield.
Respectfully submitted,
Travis Allen
Senior Planner
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We, James and Mary Frey, own the adjoining property to the left side of Myron and Hazel
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WASHINGTON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
REZONING PUBLIC INPUT MEETING AND REGULAR MEETING
April 7, 2025
The Washington County Planning Commission held a rezoning public input meeting and its regular
monthly meeting on Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Washington County Administrative
Complex, 100 W. Washington Street, Room 2000, Hagerstown, MD.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The Chairman called the rezoning public input meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission members present were: David Kline, Jeff Semler, Denny Reeder, Jay Miller, Terrie
Shank (arrived at 6:25 p.m.), and Ex-officio County Commissioner Randy Wagner. Staff members present
were: Washington County Department of Planning & Zoning: Jill, Baker, Director; Jennifer Kinzer, Deputy
Director; Travis Allen, Senior Planner; Kyla Shingleton, Comprehensive Planner; Scott Stotelmyer, Planner;
and Debra Eckard, Office Manager.
REZONING PUBLIC INPUT MEETING
Myron and Hazel Horst [RZ-25-001]
Staff Presentation
Mr. Allen presented a piecemeal rezoning map amendment application for property located at 6821
Sharpsburg Pike. The applicant is requesting the application of the Rural Business (RB) floating zone to
1.68 acres of a 10.7 acre parcel. The parcel is currently zoned Preservation (P) with the Antietam Overlay
2 (AO-2) zone over top. The property contains a single-family dwelling, a barn, and an accessory structure
currently being used as a garage/office building. The accessory structure was originally permitted in 2020
as an agricultural support building for farm operation purposes. The applicant now wants to use the
structure as a tire repair shop. The property is encumbered with a permanent easement from the
Maryland Environmental Trust (MET) established in 1997. Mr. Allen explained the purpose of the Rural
Business zoning district and the criteria that must be met in order to apply this zone to land as it is stated
in the County’s Zoning Ordinance.
In addition to the rezoning application, a preliminary site plan will be required outlining the uses proposed
on the property. If the RB zoning is approved, only the specified use is permitted and applies only to the
portion of the lot specified on the application (1.68 acres). Any changes to the use, intensity or area would
need to be reviewed by the Planning Commission and could possibly require a new public hearing. If the
property is sold, the RB floating zone would convey with the property in perpetuity until the property
owner requests its removal.
Mr. Allen noted that the subject parcel is located within ¼ mile of the Antietam Battlefield and lies within
the AO-2 zoning district, which is an approach buffer to the Battlefield. The AO-2 zone is designed to
regulate the exterior appearance of all commercial/non-residential uses (excluding farm structures) to
preserve the historic character of the road corridor on the approach to the Battlefield. The zone extends
1000 feet on each side of road’s centerline.
Mr. Allen explained that the MET easement is to preserve the scenic, cultural, rural, historical,
archaeological, agricultural, wetland and woodland character of the property. It is designed to prevent
the use or development of the property for any purpose that would conflict with the maintenance of its
open space condition and protecting the landscape and viewshed of the Antietam Battlefield. The
easement restricts commercial uses except those that can be performed in existing buildings. The
property deed does not reference the MET easement.
This request was distributed to various agencies with the Historic District Commission (HDC) providing the
following comments. The HDC did not review the permit application for the agricultural structure in 2020
because the building was constructed as a farm structure. There is another active RB use located at 6741
Sharpsburg Pike, which is minimally visible from the road and is buffered by significant forest cover, where
the subject property has none. The HDC believes that the proposed use does not appear consistent with
the language of the MET easement. The HDC also believes that if the use is restricted to the building and
the minimal parcel area defined in the application, the proposed use would not be in conflict with the AO-
2 overlay zone. The HDC’s preference would be to minimize areas where floating zones (RB for instance)
interact with overlays (such as the AO-2) in areas where resource protection should be a priority.
MET was contacted regarding this application and its appropriateness of the proposed use. MET stated
that because the deed does not explicitly indicate that commercial uses are limited to buildings that
existed at the time the easement was established, the use would be allowed in the existing structure as
long as the exterior appearance is not changed and materials are stored out of sight. It would be MET’s
preference that commercial uses unrelated to agriculture are not established on the property; however,
zoning is not within their jurisdiction.
Staff recommends that the Commission considers the compatibility of the proposed use in the context of
its location in immediate proximity to the Battlefield alongside the specific nature of the use. The
proposed use is low intensity and would likely have a minimal impact on the surrounding neighborhood.
The property is however in the AO-2 zone which is a meant to protect the scenic character of the area
approaching the Battlefield. And lastly, the structure in which the proposed use would be located was
approved as an agricultural structure and not for a commercial use.
Mr. Allen noted that one written comment was received in support of this request.
Applicant’s Presentation
Mr. Noel Manolo of Offit Kurman (legal counsel) and Mr. Myron Horst (the applicant) were present at the
meeting. Mr. Manolo explained that the proposed use would support agricultural operations and
agricultural users. Services would be rendered inside the building; there would be no outdoor operations.
The applicant is not proposing any signage to advertise the business.
Mr. Manolo stated that all of the structures were existing when Mr. Horst purchased the property and the
MET easement was established by the previous owner. While the MET easement does restrict industrial
or commercial activities other than farming, silviculture and horticulture with the exception of activities
that can be conducted in existing structures without alteration of the exterior appearance, Mr. Manolo
believes that MET wants property owners to have viable use of their property. He also believes that the
proposed use is in service of and related to agricultural activities.
Mr. Manolo noted that Mr. Horst previously appeared before the Planning Commission for a change of
use application on the RB zoned property located at 6741 Sharpsburg Pike (just south of the subject
property). The use at that property was a truck repair and excavating business. On May 3, 2021, the
Planning Commission determined that the proposed use (a tire repair facility) would be a minor change.
Unfortunately, negotiations were not successful and the property was sold to someone else.
Citizen Participation
• Erin Planck, 6741 Sharpsburg Pike, Hagerstown, MD – Ms. Planck stated they are not opposed to
the proposed rezoning. However, because there is no signage for the business and a new driveway
has been constructed, there has been a lot of traffic and confusion with people coming to their
property looking for the tire repair business. Ms. Planck asked if a directional sign for the tire shop
could be installed.
Ms. Baker stated that the County cannot require signage to be installed; however, if they choose
to put up a sign, it would need to be shown on the site plan and meet all setback requirements
specified in the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Allen noted that the Historic District Commission would
have review authority of the sign because the property is located within the AO-2 overlay.
Applicant’s Rebuttal
Mr. Manolo introduced Mr. Fred Frederick of Frederick, Seibert & Associates, the consultant. Mr. Manolo
believes Mr. Horst would be willing to install a directional sign in accordance with all County regulations,
in order to keep customers and delivery drivers from going to the Planck’s property.
Mr. Frederick stated that MET wrote a letter on August 3, 2022 allowing this use with guidance on signage.
A copy of the letter was submitted for the record and distributed to all Commission members. MET stated
that signs may be 4-feet by 4-feet (maximum) and preferably be located on the structure used for the
business. However, the business is located a measurable distance from the roadway and would not be
seen from the road. When the driveway was relocated, a new address was not obtained from the County.
Mr. Frederick stated he would work with the County to correct this issue and to get a directional sign
installed.
Recommendation
Motion and Vote: Mr. Semler made a motion to recommend approval of the request to the Board of
County Commissioners. The motion was seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously approved with Ms.
Shank and Commissioner Wagner abstaining from the vote.
Halfway Houses and Group Homes Text Amendment [RZ-25-002]
Ms. Shingleton presented a proposed text amendment regarding halfway houses and group homes.
Halfway houses are typically established as transitional homes for individuals leaving institutions, such as
correctional and mental institutions as well as in-patient substance treatment centers. Halfway houses
help individuals to transition back into normal life through various programs. Group homes are similar but
they provide a more permanent home for individuals with disabilities that need daily assistance. Group
homes provide various programs and job assistance similar to halfway houses. In 2015, Maryland adopted
zoning regulations that allow halfway houses and group homes to be established in single-family and
multi-family zoning districts depending on their size. A small group home may accommodate 4 to 9 adults
while a large group home may accommodate 10 to 16 adults. A small halfway house may accommodate
4 to 8 adults while a large halfway house may accommodate 9 to 16 adults. Small group homes and small
halfway house would be permitted in areas zoned for single-family homes which include the RT, RS, RU,
RM and SED zoning districts. Large halfway houses and large group homes will be permitted in the RM
and SED zoning districts. In the rural areas, all group homes and halfway houses will be permitted in the
A(R), EC, P and RV zoning districts, but they will not be permitted in the RB or IM zoning districts.
The County’s Zoning Ordinance does not currently include language for halfway houses; however, there
is language for a transitional care facility. Staff is proposing to remove the transitional care facility
definition and add halfway houses and group homes in the definitions section of the Ordinance. State
legislation states that halfway houses and group homes are not subject to any special exceptions or
conditional uses or any difference in zoning or setbacks.
Discussion and Comments: Ms. Shank asked if the State has provided definitions for a halfway house and
group homes. Ms. Shingleton explained that the State only provided the definition for a halfway house.
Ms. Baker stated we are using examples of group home definitions from around the State. Ms. Shank
would like the definition to be clearer to include both adults and juveniles, with or without disabilities.
Non-conforming Uses Text Amendment [RZ-25-003]
Ms. Shingleton presented an application to amend Section 4.3 of the Washington County Zoning
Ordinance regarding non-conforming uses. Staff is proposing to add a section to the Ordinance relative to
the abandonment of a non-conforming use. Ms. Shingleton noted that a non-conforming use is
considered abandoned when the use has ceased for a period of six months. In order to disprove the
abandonment, tangible evidence that the property was not abandoned would be required. For example,
if the business maintained its valid liquor license during this time, this shows clear intent of the owner to
reopen the business.
Ms. Baker explained that a non-conforming use is not a permitted use in the zoning district in which it is
located. Currently, there is no definition of cessation in the Zoning Ordinance. Ms. Baker explained that
case law has been brought to staff’s attention that a property keeps its non-conforming use until such
time as the owner shows intent to abandon the use. She briefly explained the difference between tangible
and subjective intent.
Motion and Vote: Ms. Shank made a motion to recommend approval of the text amendment to the Board
of County Commissioners as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
approved with Commissioner Wagner abstaining from the vote.
Manufactured/Modular Homes Text Amendment [RZ-25-004]
Ms. Shingleton presented a proposed text amendment regarding manufactured/modular homes. She
explained that staff is proposing to update the definition of modular homes in the Zoning Ordinance. She
further explained that the definition of manufactured homes is replacing the definition of mobile homes.
Therefore, any mention of mobile homes in the Zoning Ordinance will be replaced with manufactured
homes. State House Bill 538, which became effective January 1, 2025, provides for affordable housing in
any zoning district where a single-family home is permitted. The Real Property Article of the State of
Maryland requires manufactured homes to be converted to real property; therefore, they must be affixed
to a permanent foundation and must be titled to the landowner.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Semler made a motion to recommend approval of the text amendment to the
Board of County Commissioners as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Reeder and unanimously
approved with Commissioner Wagner abstaining from the vote.
Accessory Dwelling Units Text Amendment [RZ-25-005]
Mr. Allen presented a proposed text amendment to amend several sections of the Zoning Ordinance to
allow a new housing type: accessory dwelling units (ADUs). An accessory dwelling unit is a broad term
that refers to a smaller, self-contained residential dwelling that is located on the same parcel as a primary,
larger residential dwelling (typically a single-family home). An ADU may be attached, detached, new
construction, conversion of an existing building, etc. The purpose of this amendment is to address the
need for more affordable housing within the County. Staff is proposing to add a new section to Article 4
of the Zoning Ordinance. Section 4.27 would permit, by right, the creation of one ADU per lot in
conjunction with the principal permitted use on the property. ADUs would be permitted in both urban
and rural zoning districts and would include: A(R), EC, P, RB, RV, RT, RS, RU, RM, BL, BG and HI districts.
ADUs would be permitted in commercial zoning districts in order to accommodate mixed use
opportunities in selected areas of the County as recommended in the County’s draft Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Allen explained that staff is proposing to allow both attached and detached ADUs on single-family
homes; two-family or duplex dwellings would only be allowed to have a detached ADU; semi-detached,
townhouse or multi-family dwellings you could have either an attached or detached ADU; and commercial
zoning districts would be permitted to have only attached ADUs. One additional parking space would be
required for the ADU; however, if legal street parking is available or if the property is located within ½
mile of a transit facility, the parking requirement could be waived.
Staff is proposing that the ADU is no more than 75% of the gross floor area of the primary dwelling unit
or 1,000 square feet of gross floor area, whichever is less. Garage conversions may be handled differently.
Bulk requirements should meet the standards set forth for the zoning district in which the property is
located. The ADUs will not be included in residential density calculations. ADUs may not be subdivided
from the principal dwelling unit; they must remain in common ownership. Short-term rentals and travel
trailers would be prohibited.
Mr. Allen discussed the proposed definitions for accessory dwelling units and the two-family and duplex
dwelling units. Without a legal pathway to create these housing types, there is the possibility that property
owners will create these units without permits, thereby constructing additional dwelling units that do not
meet building code and risk public health and safety. The State is proposing legislation that will most likely
require the allowance of ADUs.
Discussion and Comments: There was a brief discussion regarding addressing for the ADUs. Ms. Kinzer
stated that a separate, detached structure will be required to have a separate address. A determination
will be made on each attached dwelling unit moving forward depending upon the circumstances.
There was a brief discussion regarding the maximum square footage requirement. Mr. Miller expressed
his concern regarding the 1,000 sq. ft. maximum requirement. Ms. Baker explained the rationale staff
used to arrive at that decision. The ADU is supposed to be “subordinate to” the primary structure and,
more importantly, we are trying to achieve affordable housing. Mr. Travis also noted that because ADUs
will be permitted in commercial districts where the size of the principal unit can be much larger than a
single-family home there should be a maximum square footage requirement. He suggested that any
proposed ADU that exceeds the 75% gross floor area requirement could request a special exception
through the Board of Zoning Appeals. Commission members liked that suggestion and asked staff to draft
new language to include the special exception. Ms. Baker still believes there should be a mechanism to
temper the square footage maximum in the residential districts.
Public Comment: Mr. Gordon Poffenberger, 981 Mt. Aetna Road, Hagerstown stated that he agrees with
the size limitations because this is to be an accessory structure, not another primary residence. He asked
if the ADUs will be exempt from APFO fees. Staff is proposing that these units be exempt from APFO fees
and excise tax.
This amendment will be brought back at the May meeting with changes as discussed.
Motion: Mr. Reeder made a motion to adjourn the rezoning public input meeting at 7:47 p.m. The motion
was seconded by Ms. Shank and so ordered by the Chairman. The Chairman then called the regular
meeting of the Washington County Planning Commission to order.
NEW BUSINESS
MINUTES
Motion and Vote: Mr. Reeder made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 3, 2025 Planning
Commission regular meeting as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Semler and
unanimously approved.
Motion and Vote: Ms. Shank made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 17, 2025 Planning
Commission workshop meeting as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Miller and
unanimously approved.
ORDINANCE MODIFICATIONS
Daniel C. Davison [OM-25-003]
Ms. Kinzer, on behalf of Ms. Wagner-Grillo, presented an ordinance modification request for property
located at 14000 Heavenly Acres Ridge which is currently zoned EC (Environmental Conservation).
The request is to reduce the 50-foot side yard setback to 15 feet on the north side lot and to 40-feet
on the south side lot. The current setbacks in the EC zoning district are 40-feet in the front yard, 15-
feet on the side yard, and 50-feet on the rear yard. The proposed setbacks are not below the
residential setbacks in a normal EC zone; however, this property has an agricultural assessment.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Miller made a motion to approve the modification request as presented. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Reeder and unanimously approved.
SUBDIVISIONS
Elmwood Farm Revised Section 5D [PP-24-002]
Mr. Stotelmyer presented a preliminary plat for Section 5D of Elmwood Farms located at parcel 1081
off of Lappans Road in Williamsport. The property is currently zoned RS (Residential Suburban). The
site will be accessed from Lappans Road as well as Kendle Road. Public water will be provided by
the City of Hagerstown and public sewer will be provided by Washington County. Forest
Conservation requirements were previously addressed. All agency approvals have been received.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Semler made a motion to approve the preliminary plat as presented. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Reeder and unanimously approved.
The Village at Valentia Ridge Lots 1 - 150 [PP-23-001]
Mr. Stotelmyer presented a request for a one-year extension for the preliminary plat of The Village at
Valentia Ridge Lots 1 – 150. The property is located along the south side of Poffenberger Road and is
currently zoned RU (Residential Urban). Justification for this request was provided by the developer.
This extension would be good until March 7, 2026.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Reeder made a motion to approve the extension request with a new expiration
date of March 7, 2026. The motion was seconded by Ms. Shank and unanimously approved.
FOREST CONSERVATION
Martin Property – Lot 1 [S-23-058]
Mr. Allen presented a request to use the payment-in-lieu option to meet a portion of the forest
mitigation requirements for property located at 12440 Burkholder Lane. The property is currently
zoned PI (Planned Industrial). There is a 2.8-acre total planting requirement resulting from the
subdivision of a 123.41-acre parcel. Article 10 of the Forest Conservation Ordinance lists the
preferred sequence of mitigation ranging from the most preferred method of mitigation which is on-
site retention to the least preferred which is the payment-in-lieu of planting. The intent of the
Ordinance is to accomplish as much mitigation on-site as possible. If the developer is deviating from
the preferred sequence, justification is required from a qualified professional. As part of their
mitigation efforts, the developer is proposing to put 16 acres of forest under easement on-site; the
PIL is only being requested for the remainder of the total mitigation required.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Reeder made a motion to approve the request as presented. The motion was
seconded by Mr. Semler and unanimously approved.
OTHER BUSINESS
Update of Projects Initialized
Ms. Kinzer provided a written report for land development plan review projects initialized during the
month of February including four site plans.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
1. May 5, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – Washington County Planning Commission regular meeting
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Semler made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:10 p.m. The motion was seconded by Mr. Reeder
and so ordered by the Chairman.
Respectfully submitted,
__________________________________________
David Kline, Chairman
Open Session Item
SUBJECT: Approval of Tri Party MOU for the Chase Six Boulevard & Campus Avenue
Realignment Project
PRESENTATION DATE: May 20, 2025
PRESENTATION BY: Mayor Howard Long & Rachel Souders, Town Manager for the Town of
Boonsboro
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve entering into the Memorandum of Understanding
for the Chase Six Boulevard & Campus Avenue Realignment Project with the Washington County
Board of Education and Town of Boonsboro.
REPORT-IN-BRIEF: The subject Project will extend Chase Six Blvd across Mapleville Road and
connect it to a realigned Campus Avenue, complete with a traffic signal and crosswalks, which will
create a much safer intersection for both vehicular and foot traffic to the Boonsboro School Campus.
DISCUSSION: In order to realign Campus Avenue for the planned intersection, a “property swap”
must take place between the Washington County Board of Education (BOE), Washington County
Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), and the Mayor and Council of the Town of Boonsboro
(Town). A Tri Party MOU has been drafted by the BOE’s Legal Department and approved by the
Town. It is presented today to the BOCC for their approval.
FISCAL IMPACT: N/A. The County serves as a pass-through entity in this agreement.
CONCURRENCES: Jeffrey Proulx, Chief Operating Officer, Washington County Public Schools
ATTACHMENTS: Tri Party MOU Boonsboro_BOE_BOCC & Exhibit A
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Agenda Report Form
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (“MOU”), executed and made effective this _____ day of
_______, 2025, by and between Board of Education of Washington County, Washington County
Maryland, a body corporate and politic of the State of Maryland, hereinafter called “BOE,” and Board of
County Commissioners of Washington County, Washington County Maryland, a body corporate and
politic of the State of Maryland, hereinafter called “County,” and the Mayor and Council of the Town of
Boonsboro, a municipal corporation of the State of Maryland, hereinafter called “Town.” Together,
hereinafter called the “parties.”
WHEREAS, the parties believe that a realignment of Campus Avenue in Boonsboro will be in the
best interests of the community and will promote public health, safety and welfare; and
WHEREAS, the BOE is the owner of a certain parcel of real properties along Maple Avenue and
Campus Avenue identified as Parcels E and Y, Outlot X and Lot 1 on the attached “Exhibit A,” Boonsboro,
Maryland (Tax Map 0600, Parcel 1381, Tax Id. No. 06-023274); and
WHEREAS, the BOE has determined that Parcels E and Y, Outlot X and Lot 1 as depicted on
Exhibit A are not suitable for future school construction and, subject to approval by the State of
Maryland, intends to and shall deem Parcels E and Y, Outlot X and Lot 1 of Exhibit A as surplus property;
and
WHEREAS, upon receiving State of Maryland approval and deeming Parcels E and Y, Outlot X and
Lot 1 surplus, the BOE intends to and shall transfer Parcels E and Y, Outlot X and Lot 1 to the County for
no consideration subject to a condition that the County will immediately transfer Parcels E and Y, Outlot
X and Lot 1 to the Town for no consideration; and
WHEREAS Parcels E and Y, Outlot X and Lot 1 hereinafter jointly will be referred to as “Proposed
Surplus Property”; and
WHEREAS, the town is the owner of certain parcels of real properties identified as Parcels B and
D on Exhibit A, Boonsboro, Maryland (Tax Map 0600, Parcel 1381, Tax Id. No. 06-023274), and
WHEREAS, the Town intends to and shall transfer Parcels B and D for no consideration to the
BOE; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to confirm and document their agreement as to the steps to be
taken to effect the ultimate transfer to the Town and the realignment of Campus Avenue.
NOW, THEREFORE, that for and in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants
contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy whereof is
hereby acknowledged, the parties have agreed as follows:
1. The parties understand and acknowledge that the County’s sole purpose and intent in accepting
the transfer of the Proposed Surplus Property is to act as a pass-through intermediary entity to
facilitate transfer of Proposed Surplus Property to the Town. The County has no and shall not
retain any interest in Proposed Surplus Property other than to effect their transfer to Town in
accordance with this MOU.
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2. The BOE agrees to take the following actions to facilitate the transfer of Proposed Surplus
Property as provided herein:
a. By formal Board action, approve and designate Proposed Surplus Property surplus
property subject to approval by the State of Maryland; and
b. By formal Board action, approve the transfer of Proposed Surplus Property for no
consideration to the County in fee simple.
3. The County agrees to take the following actions to facilitate the transfer of Proposed Surplus
Property as provided herein:
a. Draft a special warranty deed for the transfer of Proposed Surplus Property, in fee
simple, from the BOE to the County (the “Deed”);
b. After receiving and recording the executed deed granting Proposed Surplus Property
from BOE to the County, County will execute the Deed, transferring the Proposed
Surplus Property, in fee simple, from the County to the Town;
c. Record deeds mentioned in paragraph 3.b, above, and provide notice to the Town of
such recordation; and
d. Provide to the Town a copy of the recorded Deed.
4. The Town agrees to take the following actions to facilitate the transfer of Proposed Surplus
Property as provided herein:
a. Complete a survey of Proposed Surplus Property based on final road construction plans
including a legal description with all exact metes and bounds for each respective parcel
within Proposed Surplus Property; and
b. Comply with all requirements of local statutes and ordinances with respect to the real
estate transaction.
5. The Town agrees to the following actions to facilitate the realignment of Campus Avenue:
a. That per Town ordinance, screening will be required along the Lot 1 property lines that
are adjacent to and abut BOE property to the North and East;
b. Town and other entities as identified by the Town will be financially responsible to
provide all necessary funding to pay for the construction of the relocated Campus
Avenue and all necessary improvements; and
c. Prior to the project being bid and the commencement of construction, the BOE will be
allowed to review, offer comments, and approve all plans for the relocated Campus
Avenue. The BOE will also be allowed to review and offer comment for improvements
to Maple Avenue and the new intersection with Chase Six Boulevard. Appropriate
sidewalks, signage and pedestrian signals are to be included as part of the project to
ensure and encourage safe pedestrian routes to and from the school campus.
d. Draft a deed and execute for the transfer of Parcels B and D, in fee simple, from the
Town to the BOE (the “Town Deed”);
6. Town shall, to the limits of applicable law and subject to available appropriations, indemnify and
hold harmless the County, its directors, employers, agents and servants from and against any
and all claims, losses, costs, damages, demands and suits of any kind arising out of or resulting
from the County’s temporary ownership of Proposed Surplus Property.
7. Town understands, acknowledges, and agrees that the County makes no representation or
warranty as to the condition of Proposed Surplus Property upon transfer to Town and that the
County shall not be responsible for any damage, injury or loss occurring to or on Proposed
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Surplus Land during the County’s temporary ownership thereof. Town agrees to accept
Proposed Surplus Property in “as-is” condition.
8. The laws of the State of Maryland shall govern the interpretation and enforcement of this MOU.
9. Neither the failure of the Parties to exercise any rights under this MOU, nor any delay in the
exercise of any such rights, shall operate as a waiver thereof; nor shall any single or partial
exercise of any such right preclude the Parties from further exercising that or any other right.
The remedies provided under this MOU are cumulative and not exclusive of any remedies
provided by law.
10. This MOU and any terms and conditions expressly incorporated by reference herein embodies
the whole agreement of the parties. There are no promises, terms, conditions or obligations
referring to the subject matter, other than those contained herein or incorporated by reference.
11. This MOU may not be assigned by the parties.
12. If any provision hereof shall for any reason be held to be invalid or unenforceable, the invalidity
or unenforceability of such provision shall not affect any of the remaining provisions hereof, and
this MOU shall be construed and enforced as if such invalid and unenforceable provision had not
been contained herein.
13. This MOU may only be amended by written agreement duly authorized and executed by
authorized representatives of the respective parties.
14. All notices and correspondence required hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to
have been duly given if: (A) hand delivered, (B) sent via first class U.S. mail, certified mail, or
overnight courier service, (C) sent via electronic mail and confirmed orally, in writing or by
return receipt, or (D) sent via facsimile, and shall be addressed as follows:
BOE: Dr. David T. Sovine, Superintendent
10435 Downsville Pike
Hagerstown, Maryland 21740
County: Ms. Michelle Gordon, County Administrator
100 West Washington Street, Ste. 1101
Hagerstown, Maryland 21740
Town: Ms. Rachel Souders, Town Manager
21 North Main Street
Boonsboro, Maryland 21713
15. This MOU may be executed in one or more counterparts and shall be deemed valid if delivered
electronically, each of which will be considered an original instrument, but all of which will be
considered one and the same MOU and will become binding when one or more counterparts
have been signed by each of the parties hereto and delivered to the other.
WITNESS the signature of the authorized officials of the parties herein as of the day and date written
above.
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BOARD OF EDUCATION OF WASHINGTON
COUNTY, MARYLAND
_______________________________________ ________________________________
Dr. April Zentmeyer, President Witness
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND
_______________________________________ ________________________________
John F. Barr, President Witness
TOWN OF BOONSBORO
_______________________________________ ________________________________
Howard W. Long, Mayor Witness
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Open Session Item
SUBJECT: FY 2026 Program Open Space Annual Program
PRESENTATION DATE: May 20, 2025
PRESENTATION BY: Andrew Eshleman, Director of Public Works
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the Annual FY 2026 Program Open Space
(POS) project list as presented and recommended by the Washington County Recreation and
Parks Advisory Board.
REPORT-IN-BRIEF: As per POS guidelines, each year the Board of County Commissioners
is required to adopt the annual POS Program.
DISCUSSION: The various municipalities, Board of Education, Hagerstown Community
College as well as the County submit projects for consideration for inclusion in the annual POS
Program. Based upon anticipated available funds a program is developed considering County
parks and recreation priorities, community benefit, and the priority ranking of the project
sponsor. The Recreation and Parks Advisory Board voted at its 5/1 meeting to recommend the
proposed schedule to the Board of County Commissioners for adoption including the Ag Center
POS funds reallocation project list. After adoption by the Board of County Commissioners,
notification is provided to the sponsors as to which projects have been included in the program
along with approval letters. This then allows the sponsors to apply for funding to Maryland
Department of Natural Resources after July 1.
FISCAL IMPACT: Washington County will receive $544,413 in FY26 Program Open Space
Funds. Washington County has met its local acquisition goal in the current approved Land
Preservation, Parks, and Recreation Plan, and therefore, due to the recently passed House Bill
717, after October 1st, 2025 Washington County may use up to 100% of its apportionment for
development projects. Parkland acquisition projects are eligible for 100% POS reimbursement,
while development projects require a minimum 10% local funding match.
CONCURRENCES: Washington County Recreation and Parks Advisory Board
ALTERNATIVES: Adopt different projects than those recommended by the Washington
County Recreation and Parks Advisory Board.
ATTACHMENTS: FY26 Annual POS Program and Overview Map
AUDIO/VISUAL NEEDS:
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Agenda Report Form
FUNKSTOWN Jerusalem Park 150,000.00$ 15,000.00$ 10.0%135,000.00$ -$ 110,000.00$ 1 1
150,000.00$ 15,000.00$ 135,000.00$ -$ 110,000.00$ 18.8%
HAGERSTOWN Hamilton Run Golf Course - Hole 5 reconstruction 125,000.00$ 12,500.00$ 10.0%112,500.00$ -$ 112,500.00$ 1 2
Fairgrounds Park - Pickleball Court 200,000.00$ 20,000.00$ 10.0% 180,000.00$ -$ 2
City Park - Train Museum 15,000.00$ 1,500.00$ 10.0% 13,500.00$ 13,500.00$ 3 3
Antietam Creek Water Trail - Easement 40,000.00$ -$ 0.0% 40,000.00$ 40,000.00$ mid cycle request 4
380,000.00$ 34,000.00$ 346,000.00$ 40,000.00$ 126,000.00$ 28.3%
WASHINGTON COUNTY 200,000.00$ 20,000.00$ 10.0%180,000.00$ 180,000.00$ 1 5
40,000.00$ 4,000.00$ 10.0%36,000.00$ Ag Center reallocation 2 6
Pleasant Valley - Playground Replacement 175,000.00$ 17,500.00$ 10.0%157,500.00$ Ag Center reallocation 3 7
Marty Snook Park - Playground #2 1,000,000.00$ 100,000.00$ 10.0%900,000.00$ 40,000.00$ 4 8
Marty Snook Park - Pool Renovation 1,200,000.00$ 975,000.00$ 81.3%Ag Center reallocation 9
Regional Park - Walking and Hiking Trail 1,051,100.00$ 211,100.00$ 20.1%Ag Center reallocation 10
Mt. Briar Wetland - Trails and Conservation Area 150,000.00$ 15,000.00$ 10.0%Ag Center reallocation 11
3,816,100.00$ 1,342,600.00$ 1,273,500.00$ -$ 220,000.00$ 37.5%
WCPS 100,000.00$ 10,000.00$ 10.0%90,000.00$ 90,000.00$ 1 12
100,000.00$ 10,000.00$ 10.0%90,000.00$ -$ 90,000.00$ 15.4%
WILLIAMSPORT 241,000.00$ 24,100.00$ 10.0%216,900.00$ -$ 1
241,000.00$ 24,100.00$ 10.0%216,900.00$ -$ -$ 0.0%
TOTAL
4,687,100.00$ 1,425,700.00$ 2,061,400.00$ 40,000.00$ 546,000.00$ 100.0%
544,413$
POS Development 546,000$
Difference (1,587)$ Covered from unencumbered balance
POS Program FY26 Acquisition 40,000$ Covered from unencumbered balance of acquisition funds
APPLICANT'S
PRIORITY
LOCAL POS
FUNDSTOTAL PROJECTSPONSORPROJECT PROJECT AND
MAP NUMBER
Clear Spring Elementary - Playground
Improvements
Project request not funded in
FY25
Byron Memorial Park - Pavilion #4 construction Projects funded in FY25, FY24.
Received FY26 CPP $229k grant
for Byron playground equip.
POS Program FY26 Allocation
Woodland Way - Playground Replacement
Woodland Way park is a top
priority. Include fallen Oak tree
into the plan. Pen Mar and
Pleasant Valley covered by Ag
Center fund reallocation. Marty
Snook Playground #2 provide
$40k from FY26 and remainder
from Ag Center reallocation.
Other projects listed on fund
reallocation sheet.
Pen Mar Interpretive Museum and Vending
Machine Kiosk
Town received a $275k CPP
grant. POS grant to fund non
redundant scope items.
Additional planning work needs to
occur on Pickleball Court. Cost
makes project difficult to fund in
FY26. Water Trail easement
acquisition can be funded from
unencumbered prior year
acquisition funds. Will not need
funds prior to July 1st.
WASHINGTON COUNTY
FY 2026 POS PROGRAM SCHEDULE
PROPOSED FOR ADOPTION BY BOCC
LOCAL SHARE
POS FUNDS
POS ACQUISITION
FUNDS
RECOMMENDED
POS REQUESTED
FUNDS
POS DEV FUNDS
RECOMMENDED NOTESPERCENT OF
FUNDS
Parks and Recreation Capital Improvement Projects
POS Funds from Ag Center $1,314,000
POS Funds from MLK Center $181,000 (funding swap to remove state funds from project)
Total POS Funds $1,495,000
State POS $36,000 FY26 CIP funded project.
REC037 Park Equipment/Surfacing
Pleasant Valley Park - Playground Replacement
State POS $158,000 Allows future CIP funded project to be funded in FY26.
Marty Snook Park - Playground #2 Replacement
State POS $791,000
REC057 Marty Snook Park Pool Renovation
State POS $225,000
REC052 Regional Park Walking & Hiking Trail
State POS $150,000
State POS $135,000
POS funds reallocated $1,495,000
Amount to Balance (check)$0
Is a prior funded CIP Project under design for construction in 2026. Additional funding needed to cover
estimated construction costs.
Funding reallocated in Ag Center 3/4/25 budget adjustment. Project list is the reallocation of prior year Program Open Space funds. Reallocation will be
included in FY26 POS Schedule .
Project
Pen Mar Interpretive Center and Vending Maching
Kiosk
POS Fund Reallocation
Mt. Briar Wetland Preserve Trails and Conservation
Area
Notes
Previously shown as a FY27 POS funded project. With State POS reductions, possible project would not
receive funding. Fund now with reallocation funds.
Funding to support replacement of 2 playgrounds with an inclusive playground with poured in place
surfacing. Previous state funding grants for replacement have been unsuccessful. Parks and Rec Board
supports this large investment and initiative to raise community awareness and provide amenities for
the disabled community.
Previously shown as a FY27 POS funded project. With State POS reductions, possible project would not
receive funding. Fund now with reallocation funds.
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FY 2026 Program Project Descriptions
The Program Open Space (POS) projects support the County’s Land Preservation, Parks and Recreation
Plan (LPPRP) through Public Investment, Resource Protection, Social Integration, and promoting Health
and Wellness. Project priorities support Maryland’s growth management polies and the 1992 Planning
Act eight visions. Project requests were reviewed relative to the County’s 2022 Land Preservation, Parks
and Recreation Plan priorities and goals including maximizing general public access and use. Some
projects requests were cut or reduced due to limited available funding and prioritizing projects that
aligned with the County’s LPPRP priorities and goals.
Development
Funkstown
Project #1
Jerusalem Park – Park Development
20 West Poplar Street
Funkstown, MD 21740
The park site contains 2.34 acres of land along the Antietam Creek and is under development. In FY23,
$202,500 in development funds were provided for park construction including the 40’ round octagon
pavilion. Additional funds are required to complete the park’s construction which include ADA paved
parking, kayak/canoe access, picnic tables and grills. The Town was also successful in receiving a
$275,000 FY26 Community Parks and Playground Grant from the State for the park development, and
therefore, the recommended POS award was reduced to account for the redundant electrical work in both
grant applications.
The project supports the County’s goal of providing facilities that support the holistic health and
wellbeing of the community.
Hagerstown
Project #2
Greens at Hamilton Run – Hole 5 Reconstruction
2 South Cleveland Avenue
Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Greens at Hamilton Run is a public 9-hole golf course located at the intersection of Dual Highway.
The City recently completed a stormwater stream restoration project on Hole No. 2 that restored the flow
of Hamilton Run across the fairway. As part of that design effort, the City planned to rebuild Hole No. 5
on the east side of the course. The green is built on inadequate materials that makes it a challenge to keep
grass established. The material is not conducive to providing the proper soil nutrients needed to keep a
proper greens surface. The hole is also too far east and a design has been completed to relocate the entire
hole further to the west with suitable soils to improve maintenance and quality of the hole.
The project supports the County’s goal of maintaining the existing park infrastructure in a manner that
considers future user needs and service upgrades.
Project #3
City Park – Train Museum Roof Replacement
501 Virginia Avenue
Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Train Hub is located in the southwest corner of the 65-acre City Park. The Train Hub includes the
Train Museum, a pavilion, playground equipment, restrooms and Steam Locomotive Engine 202. The
Train Museum includes numerous train artifacts used to educate visitors on Hagerstown’s train history.
Artifacts include tools, equipment, photos, and other displays. The building was originally used for
storage but was converted in the early 2000’s into a museum. The roof is currently covered with asphalt
shingles that are deteriorating and need to be replaced. The Train Hub’s pavilion and restrooms currently
have metal roofs. A metal roof would be installed on the Train Museum to protect the museum’s artifacts,
provide a long-term useful life and match the aesthetics of the surrounding facilities.
The project supports the County’s goal of maintaining the existing park infrastructure in a manner that
considers future user needs and service upgrades.
Acquisition
Hagerstown
Project #4
Antietam Creek Water Trail – Creek Access Perpetual Access Easement
703-705 Mt Aetna Road
Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Antietam Creek Water Trail site at Mt. Aetna Road includes two phases. Phase I includes creating a
3-vehicle parking lot on the upstream side of the Mt. Aetna Road bridge with a paved, asphalt trail to the
Antietam Creek. Phase II will continue the trail/portage downstream around the existing weir. This
portage will allow boaters access to the creek and around the weir. Prior Program Open Space funds were
provided in FY19 and FY24. The Phase II portion of the project involves the purchase of a perpetual
access easement to accommodate the trail/portage. The work includes soil testing, easement acquisition
cost, survey, and closing costs.
This project supports the County’s goal of equitably locating recreation facilities for the convenience and
benefit of the greatest number of people and providing facilities that support the holistic health and
wellbeing of the community.
Development
Washington County
Project #5
Woodland Way – Playground Equipment Replacement
108 Belview Avenue
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Woodland Way is a 4.4-acre park located in a residential neighborhood in north Hagerstown. This project
consists of replacing existing playground equipment that is 20+ years old. The playground equipment is
outdated, and replacement parts are unavailable. The metal deck surfacing, stairs, and equipment edges
are worn and coating cracking. Additional improvements include seating, connecting pathways and
landscaping.
This project specifically supports Washington County’s goals of providing facilities that support the
holistic health and wellbeing of the community and maintaining the existing park infrastructure in a
manner that considers future user needs and service upgrades.
Project #6
Pen Mar Park Interpretive Museum and Vending Machine Kiosk
14600 Pen Mar High Rock Road
Cascade, MD 21719
Pen Mar Park is a 38.7-acre park formerly established as a popular amusement park and resort on South
Mountain near the Mason-Dixon line by the Western Maryland Railroad in 1877 to encourage train travel
to the area. The Appalachian Trail crosses through the park. The County owns an interpretive museum
showcasing the area’s history and artifacts. The project consists of renovating the existing interpretive
museum building to provide HVAC, lighting, and building signage. The proposed work will provide a
conditioned space for the interpretive center. The existing building is located along the primary paved
pathway and signage will be added to improve the identification and to draw patrons into the building.
The existing concession building is no longer used as Sunday Concert series attendance and user
preferences have changed towards the flexibility of providing services through food trucks and mobile
vendors. There still exists a demand for services outside of events for park users and Appalachian thru
hikers. The existing concession building will be modified to a vending machine kiosk shelter.
This project specifically supports Washington County’s goals of maintaining the existing park
infrastructure in a manner that considers future user needs and service upgrades and protecting and
enhancing natural and cultural resources.
Project #7
Pleasant Valley Park – Playground Equipment Replacement
3199 Gapland Road
Rohrersville, MD 21779
Pleasant Valley Park consists of 8.14 acres and is located in the rural village of Gapland. This project
consists of replacing existing playground equipment that is 20+ years old. The playground equipment is
outdated, and replacement parts are unavailable. The metal deck surface, stairs, and equipment edges are
starting to wear and crack. Additional improvements include lighting and improving the ADA accessible
pathways to the equipment.
This project specifically supports Washington County’s goals of providing facilities that support the
holistic health and wellbeing of the community and maintaining the existing park infrastructure in a
manner that considers future user needs and service upgrades.
Project #8
Marty Snook Park – Playground #2 Equipment Replacement
17901 Halfway Blvd
Hagerstown, MD 21740
This park consists of 72 acres and is the County’s busiest regional park. The project scope includes
replacing existing playground equipment in Marty Snook Park that is 20+ years old.
The new equipment would replace the two existing playground structures near pavilion #2. The
wheelchair accessible structure does not meet current ADA standards for slope and fall protection. The
poured in place rubber surfacing is failing. The red, white, and blue tower structure is worn, and outdated
and replacement parts are unavailable. Previously, broken plastic parts were replaced with salvaged parts
when old equipment was replaced.
The proposed design would create an inclusive play area for all children as well as designated areas for
children ages 2-5 and 5-15. The new facility would provide ADA compliant facilities and pathways to
restrooms. Additional amenities include seating, covered picnic and viewing area and an enclosed
surround to contain children who are flight risks. The playground would have a bonded rubber surface for
fall protection and accessibility standards.
This project specifically supports Washington County’s goals of providing facilities that support the
holistic health and wellbeing of the community and maintaining the existing park infrastructure in a
manner that considers future user needs and service upgrades.
Project #9
Marty Snook Park – Pool Renovation
17901 Halfway Blvd
Hagerstown, MD 21740
This park consists of 72 acres and is the County’s busiest regional park. The project scope includes
renovating the pool and supporting facilities. Marty Snook Park pool is over 35 years old and in need of a
facility renovation and an amenity update. The kid pool is underutilized, the bathrooms, concessions and
staff/check-in buildings are outdated, and the buildings and pool equipment need to be updated.
The pool white coating was replaced in 2025. Improvements include bathroom renovations, roof
replacements, mechanical systems and equipment, installation of splash park equipment in the kid pool,
expanding the pool side fenced in area, providing additional shaded areas and awnings.
This project specifically supports Washington County’s goal of maintaining the existing park
infrastructure in a manner that considers future user needs and service upgrades.
Project #10
Regional Park – Walking and Hiking Trail
20025 Mt. Aetna Road
Hagerstown, MD 21742
This project consists of creating approximately two miles of multi-use trails for walking, hiking and
biking at Washington County Regional Park and a new trailhead parking lot on Landis Road opening new
access to the park. The trail network will cross varied terrain and habitat and offer vistas of South
Mountain, farmland, established woodlands, emerging forests, and the golf course. The nearby
Robinwood and Mt. Aetna corridor is largely residential but lacks these facilities. The project will
develop facilities on currently underutilized park land. The project received POS funds in FY22, and
additional funds are anticipated to complete the project. The project has also received a Land and Water
Conservation Fund Grant of $458,000.
This project specifically supports Washington County’s goal of providing facilities that support the
holistic health and wellbeing of the community and designing parks and recreation facilities to preserve,
protect and enhance natural and cultural resources.
Project #11
Mt. Briar Wetlands Preserve Trails and Conservation Area
19822 Millbrook Road
Keedysville, MD 21756
Mt. Briar Wetland Preserve is a 30.3-acre park in the Mt. Briar rural village and one of the few non-tidal
wetlands of its size in Washington County. The park has an elevated boardwalk trail built over the
wetland. There is, however, no vehicle parking or connecting walking/biking trails to the rural preserve
and public access to the property is limited. There are approximately 3.5 acres of swampy former pasture
field grass. The project would establish a small parking area and connect the existing boardwalk trail with
an upland trail network on the remaining areas of the property. The existing monoculture grass pasture
field would be converted with tree plantings and portions to a native species lowland meadow.
Wayfinding and natural resource information signage would be provided throughout the park. The park is
intended to remain as a natural resource conservation area and not a developed community park.
This project specifically supports Washington County’s goal of designing parks and recreation facilities
to preserve, protect and enhance natural and cultural resources and providing facilities that support the
holistic health and wellbeing of the community.
Washington County Public Schools
Project #12
Clear Spring Elementary School – Playground Equipment Replacement
12627 Broadfording Road
Clear Spring, MD 21722
The project will replace outdated playground equipment at the elementary school. The playground
equipment is outdated, in poor condition and replacement parts are unavailable. The school is in town
and located within a walkable community and in proximity to the town library. The playground will be
available for public use from sunrise to sunset during periods when not in use by the school’s students.
Open Session Item
SUBJECT: FY2026 Operating and Capital Budgets
PRESENTATION DATE: May 20, 2025
PRESENTATION BY: Kelcee Mace, Chief Financial Officer; Kimberly Edlund, Director of
Budget & Finance
RECOMMENDED MOTION: The Commissioners may move to adopt the proposed FY2026
Operating and Capital Budgets as presented or provide further instruction on the budget.
REPORT-IN-BRIEF: Last Tuesday evening, the Board of County Commissioners held the
public hearing for the FY26 Operating and Capital budgets. Staff are presenting the final draft of
the budgets to allow the Commissioners to give any final direction or to adopt the budget as
presented.
DISCUSSION: The overall General Fund budget is unchanged from what was presented at the
budget hearing, except for the amount held in the general operations budget line for the wage
scale decompression was allocated out to the proper departments. All other operating funds are
unchanged from what was presented at the budget hearing.
The FY26 Capital budget was updated from what was presented at the budget hearing to include
additional State funding based on the recommendations of the Washington County Recreation
and Parks Advisory Board, increasing the total budget by $1,102,000 to $111,833,000.
FISCAL IMPACT: $323,115,430 (General Fund); $111,833,000 (Capital); $71,120,830 (Other
Funds); Total FY2026 budget $506,069,260.
CONCURRENCES: N/A
ALTERNATIVES: N/A
ATTACHMENTS: General Fund Revenue Summary, General Fund Expense Summary, CIP
Ten Year Detail, Summary of All Funds
AUDIO/VISUAL NEEDS: N/A
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Agenda Report Form
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$ Change % Change
FY2025
Original
Budget
General Revenues
Property Tax
2-1 400000 Real Estate Tax 153,773,680 15,023,110 10.83%138,750,570
2-1 400120 Corporate Personal Property - Current 16,154,320 0 0.00%16,154,320
2-1 400140 State Administration Fees (1,118,830)(543,830)94.58%(575,000)
2-1 400200 Interest on Property Tax - Current Year 350,000 5,000 1.45%345,000
2-1 400210 Interest - Prior Year 50,000 0 0.00%50,000
2-1 400220 County Payment In Lieu of Tax 300,000 15,000 5.26%285,000
2-1 400230 Enterprise Zone Tax Reimbursement 1,381,990 788,020 132.67%593,970
2-1 400260 Property Tax Sales 100,000 25,000 33.33%75,000
2-1 400300 Enterprise Zone Tax Credit (2,763,980)(1,576,050)132.67%(1,187,930)
2-1 400320 County Homeowners Tax Credit (155,000)0 0.00%(155,000)
2-1 400330 Agricultural Tax Credit (500,000)(40,000)8.70%(460,000)
5-1 400340 Historical Tax Credit (6,000)(6,000)100.00%0
2-1 400345 Other Tax Credits (2,430,000)(1,780,000)273.85%(650,000)
2-1 400355 Disabled Veteran's Credit (550,000)(100,000)22.22%(450,000)
2-1 400400 Discount Allowed on Property Tax (400,000)(15,000)3.90%(385,000)
2-1 496020 Federal Payment in Lieu of Taxes 30,140 950 3.25%29,190
164,216,320 11,796,200 7.74%152,420,120
Local Tax
2-5 400500 Income Tax 130,049,610 8,661,260 7.14%121,388,350
2-5 400510 Admissions & Amusements Tax 475,000 0 0.00%475,000
2-5 400520 Recordation Tax 7,606,800 0 0.00%7,606,800
2-5 400530 Trailer Tax 220,000 20,000 10.00%200,000
138,351,410 8,681,260 6.69%129,670,150
Interest
2-7 404400 Interest - Investments 4,000,000 0 0.00%4,000,000
2-7 404410 Interest - Municipal Investment 750,000 0 0.00%750,000
2-7 404420 Interest, Penalties & Fees 7,500 500 7.14%7,000
4,757,500 500 0.01%4,757,000
Total General Revenues 307,325,230 20,477,960 7.14%286,847,270
Program Revenues
Charges for Services - Other
Circuit Court
2-9 486070 Reimbursed Expenses - Circuit Court 8,280 0 0.00%8,280
2-9 486075 Circuit Court - Jurors 160,000 10,000 6.67%150,000
168,280 10,000 6.32%158,280
State's Attorney
2-9 486000 Reimbursed Expenses - State's Attorney 81,000 16,600 25.78%64,400
Weed Control
2-9 403120 Weed Control Fees 360,980 3,680 1.03%357,300
General Fund Revenues - Proposed - Draft 5
Washington County, Maryland
FY 2026
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FY 2026
General
2-9 403135 Sheriff Auxiliary 90,200 0 0.00%90,200
2-9 404,511 Lease Income 70,000 0 0.00%70,000
2-9 485000 Reimburse Administrative 1,000 0 0.00%1,000
2-9 490000 Miscellaneous 150,000 (45,700) (23.35%)195,700
2-9 490010 Gain or Loss on Sale of Asset 50,000 0 0.00%50,000
2-9 490080 Bad Check Fee 1,500 500 50.00%1,000
2-9 490200 Registration Fees 3,000 0 0.00%3,000
2-9 490210 Sponsorships 5,000 0 0.00%5,000
2-9 491900 In-Kind Sponsorships 4,280,100 0 0.00%4,280,100
4,650,800 (45,200) (0.96%)4,696,000
Engineering
2-12 403045 Review Fees 125,000 0 0.00%125,000
2-12 440110 Drawings/Blue Line Prints 0 (100) (100.00%)100
125,000 (100) (0.08%)125,100
Permits & Inspections
2-13 401070 Building Permits - Residential 135,000 0 0.00%135,000
2-13 401080 Building Permits - Commercial 200,000 0 0.00%200,000
2-13 401085 Municipal Fees 20,000 0 0.00%20,000
2-13 401090 Electrical Licenses Fees 10,000 0 0.00%10,000
2-13 401100 Electrical Permit - Residential 160,000 0 0.00%160,000
2-13 401110 Electrical Permit - Commercial 117,000 0 0.00%117,000
2-13 401115 HVAC Registration Fees 10,500 6,000 133.33%4,500
2-13 401120 HVAC Permit - Residential 75,000 0 0.00%75,000
2-13 401130 HVAC Permit - Commercial 35,000 0 0.00%35,000
2-13 401140 Other Permit Fees 30,000 0 0.00%30,000
2-13 401145 Temporary Occupancy Fee - Commercial 1,250 0 0.00%1,250
2-13 401160 Plumbing Licenses Fees 18,000 11,500 176.92%6,500
2-13 401170 Plumbing Permits - Residential 100,000 20,000 25.00%80,000
2-13 401180 Plumbing Permits - Commercial 37,800 0 0.00%37,800
2-13 402020 Fines & Forfeitures 3,500 (6,500) (65.00%)10,000
2-13 403035 Technology Fees 60,000 0 0.00%60,000
2-13 403045 Review Fees 6,000 0 0.00%6,000
2-13 440110 Drawings/Blue Line Prints 200 0 0.00%200
2-13 490000 Miscellaneous 400,000 400,000 100.00%0
1,419,250 431,000 43.61%988,250
Planning and Zoning
2-16 401040 Miscellaneous Licenses 700 0 0.00%700
2-16 401140 Other Permit Fees 4,500 1,500 50.00%3,000
2-16 402020 Fines and Forfeitures 5,000 4,000 400.00%1,000
2-16 403030 Zoning Appeals 18,000 0 0.00%18,000
2-16 403035 Technology Fees 8,000 1,000 14.29%7,000
2-16 403040 Rezoning 5,000 (2,000) (28.57%)7,000
2-16 403045 Review Fees 100,000 10,000 11.11%90,000
2-16 403050 Development Fees 30,000 0 0.00%30,000
2-16 403055 Other Planning Fees 400 0 0.00%400
2-16 485000 Reimburse Administrative 0 (100) (100.00%)100
2-16 486045 Reimbursed Expense - Other 8,000 3,000 60.00%5,000
179,600 17,400 10.73%162,200
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Washington County, Maryland
FY 2026
Sheriff - Judicial
2-18 402010 Peace Order Service 4,000 (1,000) (20.00%)5,000
2-18 403010 Sheriff Fees - Judicial 70,000 30,000 75.00%40,000
74,000 29,000 64.44%45,000
Sheriff - Process Servers
2-18 402010 Peace Order Service 0 (140,000) (100.00%)140,000
2-18 402050 District Court Writs Service 140,000 140,000 100.00%0
140,000 0 0.00%140,000
Sheriff - Patrol
2-18 402000 Parking Violations 3,500 1,000 40.00%2,500
2-18 402040 School Bus Camera Fines 0 0 0.00%0
2-18 403000 Speed Cameras 1,031,760 (33,200) (3.12%)1,064,960
2-18 486020 Reimbursed Expenses - Patrol 65,000 5,000 8.33%60,000
2-18 490020 Sale of Publications 6,500 0 0.00%6,500
1,106,760 (27,200) (2.40%)1,133,960
Sheriff - Central Booking
2-18 404510 Rental - Building 0 0 0.00%0
2-18 404511 Lease Income 15,720 0 0.00%15,720
15,720 0 0.00%15,720
Sheriff - Detention Center
2-18 403080 Housing Federal Prisoners 1,000 0 0.00%1,000
2-18 403090 Housing State Prisoners 150,000 (25,000) (14.29%)175,000
2-18 403100 Home Detention Fees 0 (500) (100.00%)500
2-18 486050 Reimbursed Expenses - Detention 500 0 0.00%500
2-18 486055 Alien Inmate Reimbursement 25,000 0 0.00%25,000
2-18 486060 Social Security Income Reimbursement 14,690 4,690 46.90%10,000
191,190 (20,810) (9.82%)212,000
Sheriff - Day Reporting Center
2-18 403075 Day Reporting Fees 5,000 0 0.00%5,000
Sheriff - Narcotics Task Force
2-18 486030 Reimbursed Expenses - NTF 235,180 20,180 9.39%215,000
Sheriff - Police Academy
2-18 403,015 Academy Fees 59,830 0 0.00%59,830
Emergency Services
2-19 403060 Alarm Termination Fee (False Alarm Fine)32,000 12,000 60.00%20,000
2-19 403115 Miscellaneous Fees 665,440 188,560 39.54%476,880
2-19 486040 Reimbursed Expenses - Emergency Management 102,500 (100,500) (49.51%)203,000
799,940 100,060 14.30%699,880
Wireless Communications
2-19 404511 Lease Income 53,600 2,800 5.51%50,800
2-19 403070 EMCS Salary Reimbursement 15,600 0 0.00%15,600
69,200 2,800 4.22%66,400
Buildings, Grounds & Facilities
2-22 499420 Fuel 2,000 0 0.00%2,000
Martin L. Snook Pool
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Washington County, Maryland
FY 2026
2-22 404100 Swimming Pool Fees 40,000 5,000 14.29%35,000
2-22 404110 Swimming Pool - Concession Fee 12,000 0 0.00%12,000
52,000 5,000 10.64%47,000
Parks and Recreation
2-22 404000 Sale of Wood 0 (900)(100.00)%900
2-22 404010 Rental Fees 50,000 10,000 25.00%40,000
2-22 404020 Ballfield Fees 8,000 0 0.00%8,000
2-22 404030 Ballfield Lighting Fees 2,000 1,000 100.00%1,000
2-22 404040 Concession Fees 2,500 0 0.00%2,500
2-22 404300 Program Fees 350,000 0 0.00%350,000
2-22 490060 Park Contributions from Residents 1,000 0 0.00%1,000
413,500 10,100 2.50%403,400
Total Charges for Services 10,149,230 552,510 5.76%9,596,720
Grants
2-24 495000 Operating Grant - Law Enforcement 300,000 0 0.00%300,000
2-24 496110 State Aid - Police Protection 1,100,000 (50,560)(4.39)%1,150,560
2-24 496115 SAFER 353,970 353,970 100.00%0
2-24 496120 911 Fees 3,150,000 900,000 40.00%2,250,000
2-24 400700 Cannabis State Sales Tax 90,000 (16,180)(15.24)%106,180
2-24 401190 Marriage Licenses 50,000 0 0.00%50,000
2-24 401210 Trader's License 190,000 0 0.00%190,000
2-24 402020 Fines & Forfeitures 5,000 0 0.00%5,000
2-24 403130 Marriage Ceremony Fees 3,000 0 0.00%3,000
2-24 491732 Oper Transfer - Hotel Rental 249,000 249,000 100.00%0
2-24 496130 State Park Fees 150,000 0 0.00%150,000
Total Grants for Operations 5,640,970 1,436,230 34.16%4,204,740
Total Program Revenues 15,790,200 1,988,740 14.41%13,801,460
Total General Fund Proposed Revenue 323,115,430 22,466,700 7.47%300,648,730
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2024 2025 2026 2026 2026
Prior Year Prior Year Proposed $ Change % Change
General Tax Revenues 1 270,621,960 286,847,270 307,325,230 20,477,960 7.14%
Charges for Services 2 5,155,200 9,596,720 10,149,230 552,510 5.76%
Grants for Operations 3 5,283,190 4,204,740 5,640,970 1,436,230 34.16%
General Fund Revenues 281,060,350 300,648,730 323,115,430 22,466,700 7.47%
Cost Center Ref Change
General Revenues 1 20,477,960$
Charges for
Services
2 552,510$
Grants for
Operations
3 1,436,230$
Total 22,466,700$
Net property tax increased by $12,340,030 based on the assessable base increases. The
property tax rate remains the same. The income tax revenue increased by $11,661,260
and is based on the same rate of 2.95%, the disparity grant funding of $2,507,250,and a
4.3% projected income growth for current withholdings.
The majority of the increase in this category is related to the new Fire Inspection program
which is expected to generate $400,000 in fees.An increase in EMS billing revenue is
expected based on merging additional companies in County operations.
The County will apply for the SAFER grant to fund 65% of salaries and benefits for the
proposed additional firefighters. There were increases for raising the 911 fee from $1.25
to $1.75 and the transfer of $249,000 from hotel rental tax to fund the County's 250th
anniversary celebration.
Summary Comments
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Revenue
FY 2026
Summary of General Fund Revenue Categories
Cost Center Ref
$197 $201
$205 $213 $218 $225
$228
$271
$287
$307
$180
$200
$220
$240
$260
$280
$300
$320
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$5.2
$4.0 $4.3
$6.6
$8.9
$6.5 $5.6 $5.2
$9.6 $10.1
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2
4
6
8
10
12
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$1.9 $2.0
$2.3 $2.3 $2.3 $2.1 $2.6
$5.3
$4.2
$5.6
2
3
4
5
6
7
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General Tax
Revenues
95%
Charges for
Services
3%
Grants for
Operations
2%
General Fund Revenue Sources
1-5
2024 2025 2026 2026 2026
Prior Year Prior Year Proposed $ Change % Change
Net Property Tax 1 143,377,150 152,420,120 164,216,320 11,796,200 7.74%
Income Tax 2 116,692,810 121,388,350 130,049,610 8,661,260 7.14%
Admissions & Amusements Tax 3 0 475,000 475,000 0 0.00%
Recordation Tax 3 8,452,000 7,606,800 7,606,800 0 0.00%
Trailer Tax 3 200,000 200,000 220,000 20,000 10.00%
Interest - Investments 3 1,500,000 4,000,000 4,000,000 0 0.00%
Interest - Municipal Investment 3 400,000 750,000 750,000 0 0.00%
Interest, Penalties & Fees 3 0 7,000 7,500 500 7.14%
General Tax Revenues 270,621,960 286,847,270 307,325,230 20,477,960 7.14%
Cost Center Ref Change
Net Property Tax 1 11,796,200$
Income Tax 2 8,661,260$
Other 3 20,500$
Total 20,477,960$
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Revenue
FY 2026
General Tax Revenues
Cost Center
The real estate tax estimate is based on property assessments from the State of Maryland
which include an increase in the assessable base. Corporate personal property tax
remained flat based on information received from the State.
Based on the following assumptions: 2.95% income tax rate for the entire year; $2,507,250
disparity grant; 4.3% income growth for current withholdings.
The budget for trailer tax was increased based on history. There was a small increase
budgeted for general interest income based on history. A change was made in the FY26
budget to allocate interest income to other funds. Based on this change, the budget for
interest income on investments was held flat.
Summary Comments
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$118
$119 $120 $124 $126
$129 $132
$143
$152
$164
115
123
131
139
147
155
163
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$79 $81 $84 $89 $91 $95 $95
$125 $130
$138
30
60
90
120
150
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0.5 0.4 0.4 0.4
0.7 1.2
0.5
1.9
4.8 4.8
0.0
1.0
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
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Property Tax
54%
Income Tax
42%
Other Local
Taxes and
Interest
Income
4%
General Fund Tax Revenue Sources
1-6
2024 2025 2026 2026 2026
Prior Year Prior Year Proposed $ Change % Change
Circuit Court 1 136,080 158,280 168,280 10,000 6.32%
State's Attorney 1 60,000 64,400 81,000 16,600 25.78%
Engineering 3 102,000 125,100 125,000 (100) (0.08%)
Permits & Inspections 3 1,055,450 988,250 1,419,250 431,000 43.61%
Weed Control 2 317,550 357,300 360,980 3,680 1.03%
General 2 404,250 4,696,000 4,650,800 (45,200) (0.96%)
Planning and Zoning 3 102,200 162,200 179,600 17,400 10.73%
Sheriff - Judicial 1 43,000 45,000 74,000 29,000 64.44%
Sheriff - Process Servers 1 115,000 140,000 140,000 0 100.00%
Sheriff - Patrol 1 1,174,080 1,133,960 1,106,760 (27,200)(2.40)%
Sheriff - Central Booking 1 15,720 15,720 15,720 0 0.00%
Sheriff - Detention Center 1 212,450 212,000 191,190 (20,810) (9.82%)
Sheriff - Day Reporting 1 7,500 5,000 5,000 0 0.00%
Sheriff - Police Academy 1 59,840 59,830 59,830 0 0.00%
Sheriff - Narcotics Task Force 1 408,450 215,000 235,180 20,180 9.39%
Emergency Services 1 425,630 699,880 799,940 100,060 14.30%
Wireless Communications 1 63,600 66,400 69,200 2,800 0.00%
Buildings, Grounds & Facilities 2 2,000 2,000 2,000 0 0.00%
Martin L. Snook Pool 2 47,000 47,000 52,000 5,000 10.64%
Parks and Recreation 2 403,400 403,400 413,500 10,100 2.50%
Charges for Services 5,155,200 9,596,720 10,149,230 552,510 5.76%
Cost Center Ref Change
Public Safety 1 130,630$
General 2 (26,420)$
Permitting &
Inspections and
Engineering
3 448,300$
Total 552,510$
Speed camera revenue has continued to decrease due to modification of driver's
behavior. NTF reimbursed revenues increased due to the anticipated increase in
reimbursable expenses. Emergency Services reimbursed revenues decreased due to
MOU with the City of Hagerstown that is decreasing the amount the City is reimbursing the
County for 911 salaries and benefits. Emergency Services miscellaneous fees increased
because of the additional companies merging with the County and billing for those
services. The estimated amount from the State for housing prisoners was decreased
based on historical trends.
The majority of the decrease is related to budgeting less for miscellaneous revenues
which has been trending down. There were small increases in revenues related to parks
and recreation.
$400,000 of this increase is related to the new fire inspection fees. The remainder of the
increases are based on anticipated increases in construction activity.
Summary Comments
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Revenue
FY 2026
Charges for Services
Cost Center Ref
Planning, Permitting
& Zoning
16%Public Safety
26%
Parks & Rec
5%
Other
53%
Charges for Services Revenue Categories
$5.2
$4.0 $4.3
$6.6
$8.9
$6.5 $5.6 $5.2
$9.6 $10.1
2
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2024 2025 2026 2026 2026
Prior Year Prior Year Proposed $ Change % Change
Operating Grant - Public Safety 1 350,000 300,000 300,000 0 0.00%
State Aid - Police Protection 1 1,140,000 1,150,560 1,100,000 (50,560) (4.39%)
SAFER 1 2,020,190 0 353,970 353,970 100.00%
911 Fees 1 1,350,000 2,250,000 3,150,000 900,000 40.00%
Cannabis State Sales Tax 2 0 106,180 90,000 (16,180) (15.24%)
Marriage Licenses 2 50,000 50,000 50,000 0 0.00%
Trader's License 2 200,000 190,000 190,000 0 0.00%
Fines & Forfeitures 3 20,000 5,000 5,000 0 0.00%
Marriage Ceremony Fees 3 3,000 3,000 3,000 0 0.00%
Oper Transfer - Hotel Rental 3 0 0 249,000 249,000 0.00%
State Park Fees 3 150,000 150,000 150,000 0 0.00%
Grants for Operations 5,283,190 4,204,740 5,640,970 1,436,230 34.16%
Cost Center Ref Change
Public Safety 1 $ 1,203,410
Licenses 2 $ (16,180)
Other 3 $ 249,000
Totals 1,436,230$
The County plans to apply for the SAFER grant to fund 65% of salaries and benefits for the
proposed additional firefighters. The County is proposing to raise 911 fees from $1.25 to
$1.75 which is expected to increase revenues by $900,000.
The budgeted revenue for cannabis state sales tax was reduced based on history.
The $249,000 budgeted in operating transfer - hotel rental fund is related to the County's
250th anniversary celebration.
Summary Comments
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Revenue
FY 2026
Grants for Operations
Cost Center Ref
911 Fees
55%
Operating
Grants -Public
Safety
5%
Other
21%
State Aid-
Police
Protection
19%
Grant Revenue Sources
$1.9 $2.0 $2.3 $2.3 $2.3 $2.1
$2.6
$5.3
$4.2
$5.6
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FY 2026
Requested
Budget
Adjustment
FY 2026
Proposed
Budget
$ Change % Change
FY 2025
Original
Budget
Education:
Direct Primary:
3-1 90000 Board of Education 118,473,490 4,366,030 122,839,520 12,666,680 11.50%110,172,840
118,473,490 4,366,030 122,839,520 12,666,680 11.50%110,172,840
Secondary:
3-3 90040 Hagerstown Community College 10,543,380 165,140 10,708,520 472,230 4.61%10,236,290
Other:
3-5 93400 Free Library 4,924,540 (69,380)4,855,160 0 0.00%4,855,160
3-7 10990 Clear Spring Library Building 143,000 0 143,000 0 0.00%143,000
3-9 10991 Smithsburg Library Building 150,750 0 150,750 0 0.00%150,750
3-11 10992 Boonsboro Library Building 171,810 0 171,810 0 0.00%171,810
3-13 10993 Hancock Library Building 141,700 0 141,700 0 0.00%141,700
5,531,800 (69,380)5,462,420 0 0.00%5,462,420
Total Education 134,548,670 4,461,790 139,010,460 13,138,910 10.44%125,871,550
Law Enforcement:
3-15 11300 Sheriff - Judicial 4,187,630 4,530 4,192,160 (4,360) (0.10%)4,196,520
3-21 11305 Sheriff - Process Servers 181,750 (680)181,070 6,120 3.50%174,950
3-24 11310 Sheriff - Patrol 18,046,870 146,330 18,193,200 1,281,440 7.58%16,911,760
3-37 11311 Sheriff Auxiliary 90,200 0 90,200 0 0.00%90,200
3-39 11315 Sheriff - Central Booking 1,522,050 46,720 1,568,770 97,170 6.60%1,471,600
3-44 11320 Sheriff - Detention Center 24,870,210 229,200 25,099,410 852,470 3.52%24,246,940
3-57 11321 Sheriff - Day Reporting Center 550,680 20,900 571,580 37,530 7.03%534,050
3-63 11330 Sheriff - Narcotics Task Force 707,450 (54,550)652,900 7,330 1.14%645,570
3-68 11335 Sheriff - Police Academy 59,830 0 59,830 0 0.00%59,830
50,216,670 392,450 50,609,120 2,277,700 4.71%48,331,420
Emergency Services:
3-71 11420 Air Unit 66,480 0 66,480 (29,410) (30.67%)95,890
3-76 11430 Special Operations 256,670 (53,060)203,610 19,290 10.47%184,320
3-83 11440 911 - Communications 7,271,740 (95,880)7,175,860 120,320 1.71%7,055,540
3-92 11520 EMS Operations 7,969,000 (198,920)7,770,080 1,590,190 25.73%6,179,890
3-103 11525 Fire Operations 10,699,030 (1,319,560)9,379,470 2,391,390 34.22%6,988,080
3-113 11535 Public Safety Training Center 1,422,090 (214,770)1,207,320 6,890 0.57%1,200,430
3-125 93110 Civil Air Patrol 4,400 0 4,400 400 10.00%4,000
3-127 93130 Fire & Rescue Volunteer Services 12,415,540 (216,230)12,199,310 331,580 2.79%11,867,730
40,104,950 (2,098,420)38,006,530 4,430,650 13.20%33,575,880
Other:
3-135 11530 Emergency Management 404,460 12,420 416,880 146,250 54.04%270,630
3-142 93100 Animal Control - Humane Society 2,800,000 0 2,800,000 450,000 19.15%2,350,000
3,204,460 12,420 3,216,880 596,250 22.75%2,620,630
Total Public Safety 93,526,080 (1,693,550)91,832,530 7,304,600 8.64%84,527,930
Washington County, Maryland
General Fund Expenditures - Proposed - Draft 5
FY 2026
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Budget
Adjustment
FY 2026
Proposed
Budget
$ Change % Change
FY 2025
Original
Budget
Washington County, Maryland
General Fund Expenditures - Proposed - Draft 5
FY 2026
Operating/Capital Transfer
Operating:
3-144 91020 Highway 10,703,310 (232,830)10,470,480 64,890 0.62%10,405,590
3-146 91021 Solid Waste 487,170 (93,160)394,010 (93,160) (19.12%)487,170
3-148 91023 Agricultural Education Center 255,760 (1,330)254,430 (1,330) (0.52%)255,760
3-150 91024 Grant Management 538,470 10,130 548,600 26,090 4.99%522,510
3-152 91028 Land Preservation 71,960 (6,600)65,360 42,260 182.94%23,100
3-154 91029 HEPMPO 6,970 (40)6,930 160 2.36%6,770
3-156 91040 Utility Administration 971,720 (11,000)960,720 155,880 19.37%804,840
3-158 91041 Water 176,480 (25,900)150,580 (25,900) (14.68%)176,480
3-160 91044 Transit 608,490 (46,620)561,870 (339,440) (37.66%)901,310
3-162 91046 Golf Course 158,000 (60,720)97,280 (15,650) (13.86%)112,930
3-164 92010 Municipality in Lieu of Bank Shares 38,550 0 38,550 0 0.00%38,550
14,016,880 (468,070)13,548,810 (186,200) (1.36%)13,735,010
Capital:
3-166 91230 Capital Improvement Fund 11,490,000 (3,892,000)7,598,000 (197,320) (2.53%)7,795,320
3-168 12700 Debt Service 16,268,190 0 16,268,190 58,110 0.36%16,210,080
27,758,190 (3,892,000)23,866,190 (139,210) (0.58%)24,005,400
Total Operating/Capital Transfers 41,775,070 (4,360,070)37,415,000 (325,410) (0.86%)37,740,410
Other Government Programs:
Courts:
3-170 10200 Circuit Court 2,799,250 (41,090)2,758,160 35,200 1.29%2,722,960
3-176 10210 Orphans Court 34,250 0 34,250 0 0.00%34,250
3-178 10220 State's Attorney 6,097,290 (202,790)5,894,500 496,360 9.20%5,398,140
8,930,790 (243,880)8,686,910 531,560 6.52%8,155,350
State:
3-184 10400 Election Board 2,843,740 (111,890)2,731,850 90,860 3.44%2,640,990
3-189 12300 Soil Conservation 380,240 0 380,240 10,730 2.90%369,510
3-191 12400 Weed Control 363,060 (2,080)360,980 3,680 1.03%357,300
3-196 12410 Environmental Pest Management 90,000 (30,000)60,000 14,500 31.87%45,500
3-198 94000 Health Department 3,183,620 0 3,183,620 0 0.00%3,183,620
3-200 94010 Social Services 569,540 (12,580)556,960 50,630 10.00%506,330
3-202 94020 University of MD Extension 305,620 0 305,620 15,500 5.34%290,120
3-204 94030 County Cooperative Extension 38,730 0 38,730 0 0.00%38,730
7,774,550 (156,550)7,618,000 185,900 2.50%7,432,100
Community Funding:
3-206 93000 Community Funding 1,200,000 0 1,200,000 0 0.00%1,200,000
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FY 2026
Proposed
Budget
$ Change % Change
FY 2025
Original
Budget
Washington County, Maryland
General Fund Expenditures - Proposed - Draft 5
FY 2026
General Operations:
3-208 10300 County Administrator 478,160 7,790 485,950 24,290 5.26%461,660
3-213 10310 Public Relations & Marketing 1,044,010 (131,770)912,240 258,990 39.65%653,250
3-221 12500 Business Development 1,175,230 (170)1,175,060 131,780 12.63%1,043,280
3-227 10100 County Commissioners 356,250 (8,040)348,210 (4,670) (1.32%)352,880
3-230 10110 County Clerk 207,540 (490)207,050 37,140 21.86%169,910
3-235 10530 Treasurer 571,980 790 572,770 31,610 5.84%541,160
3-239 10600 County Attorney 1,234,320 26,950 1,261,270 (510) (0.04%)1,261,780
3-244 10700 Human Resources 2,167,820 (435,060)1,732,760 166,880 10.66%1,565,880
3-250 11200 General Operations 6,917,110 (3,499,910)3,417,200 (277,720) (7.52%)3,694,920
3-254 10500 Budget & Finance 2,650,220 48,310 2,698,530 131,370 5.12%2,567,160
3-259 10510 Independent Accounting & Auditing 75,000 (5,000)70,000 (5,000) (6.67%)75,000
3-261 10520 Purchasing 718,170 1,050 719,220 10,590 1.49%708,630
3-266 11000 Information Technology 5,555,810 (898,520)4,657,290 252,810 5.74%4,404,480
3-271 11540 Wireless Communications 1,760,110 890 1,761,000 62,470 3.68%1,698,530
24,911,730 (4,893,180)20,018,550 820,030 4.27%19,198,520
Other:
3-276 11100 Women's Commission 2,000 0 2,000 0 0.00%2,000
3-278 11120 Veteran's Advisory Committee 2,000 0 2,000 0 0.00%2,000
3-280 11140 Diversity and Inclusion Committee 2,000 0 2,000 0 0.00%2,000
3-282 11150 Animal Control Board 7,200 0 7,200 0 0.00%7,200
3-284 11550 Forensic Investigator 30,000 0 30,000 0 0.00%30,000
3-286 93230 Commission on Aging 1,854,580 0 1,854,580 250,000 15.58%1,604,580
3-288 93300 Museum of Fine Arts 142,000 0 142,000 2,000 1.43%140,000
2,039,780 0 2,039,780 252,000 14.10%1,787,780
Public Works:
3-290 11600 Public Works 451,470 (65,050)386,420 28,890 8.08%357,530
3-294 11910 Buildings Grounds and Facilities 2,953,980 (418,630)2,535,350 (94,670) (3.60%)2,630,020
3,405,450 (483,680)2,921,770 (65,780) (2.20%)2,987,550
3-305 11620 Engineering 3,210,930 59,430 3,270,360 94,650 2.98%3,175,710
3-310 11630 Permits & Inspections 3,918,790 (144,910)3,773,880 424,180 12.66%3,349,700
7,129,720 (85,480)7,044,240 518,830 7.95%6,525,410
Planning and Zoning:
3-317 10800 Planning and Zoning 1,619,100 (1,300)1,617,800 87,220 5.70%1,530,580
3-322 10810 Board of Zoning Appeals 68,390 0 68,390 1,150 1.71%67,240
1,687,490 (1,300)1,686,190 88,370 5.53%1,597,820
Engineering & Permits & Inspections:
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Adjustment
FY 2026
Proposed
Budget
$ Change % Change
FY 2025
Original
Budget
Washington County, Maryland
General Fund Expenditures - Proposed - Draft 5
FY 2026
Parks and Recreation:
3-324 12000 Martin L. Snook Pool 185,910 0 185,910 6,900 3.85%179,010
3-327 12200 Parks and Recreation 1,922,990 (51,440)1,871,550 54,770 3.01%1,816,780
2,108,900 (51,440)2,057,460 61,670 3.09%1,995,790
Facilities:
3-332 10900 Martin Luther King Building 101,210 0 101,210 (25,270) (19.98%)126,480
3-334 10910 Administration Building 335,910 (5,000)330,910 (12,970) (3.77%)343,880
3-338 10920 520/540 Western MD Parkway Building 0 29,310 29,310 29,310 100.00%0
3-340 10930 Court House 355,630 0 355,630 11,750 3.42%343,880
3-343 10940 County Office Building 238,850 0 238,850 (18,950) (7.35%)257,800
3-346 10950 Administration Annex 156,180 0 156,180 5,580 3.71%150,600
3-349 10960 Dwyer Center 29,310 (29,310)0 (34,390) (100.00%)34,390
3-351 10965 Election Board Facility 117,270 (10,000)107,270 (10,770) (9.12%)118,040
3-354 10970 Central Services 136,290 0 136,290 890 0.66%135,400
3-356 10980 Properties 4,450 0 4,450 2,720 157.23%1,730
3-358 10985 Senior Center Building 12,210 0 12,210 0 0.00%12,210
3-360 11325 Public Facilities Annex 122,230 (10,000)112,230 8,120 7.80%104,110
1,609,540 (25,000)1,584,540 (43,980) (2.70%)1,628,520
Total Other Government Programs 60,797,950 (5,940,510)54,857,440 2,348,600 4.47%52,508,840
Total Proposed Expenditures 330,647,770 (7,532,340)323,115,430 22,466,700 7.47%300,648,730
1-12
Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Education 1 125,871,550 134,548,670 8,677,120 6.89%139,010,460 13,138,910 10.44%
Law Enforcement 2 50,681,420 53,016,670 2,335,250 4.61%53,409,120 2,727,700 5.38%
Emergency Services 3 33,846,510 40,509,410 6,662,900 19.69%38,423,410 4,576,900 13.52%
Operating Transfers 4 13,735,010 14,016,880 281,870 2.05%13,548,810 (186,200) (1.36%)
Capital 5 24,005,400 27,758,190 3,752,790 15.63%23,866,190 (139,210) (0.58%)
Courts 6 8,155,350 8,930,790 775,440 9.51%8,686,910 531,560 6.52%
State Operations 7 7,432,100 7,774,550 342,450 4.61%7,618,000 185,900 2.50%
Other 8 36,921,390 44,092,610 7,171,220 19.42%38,552,530 1,631,140 4.42%
300,648,730 330,647,770 29,999,040 9.98%323,115,430 22,466,700 7.47%
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Summary Overview of General Fund Expenditures
Cost Center ref Requested Proposed
Education
43%
Public Safety
29%
Transfers
4%
Capital
7%
Courts
3%
State
2%
Other
12%
Allocation of General Fund Expenditures
$109.9 $111.8 $113.8
$116.5 $119.2 $122.5 $122.8
$125.9
$139.0
100
110
120
130
140
150
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Education
$44.6 $48.4 $52.5
$55.2 $60.0
$67.3
$75.4
$84.5
$91.8
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Public Safety
$10.3
$11.4
$14.5
$11.8 $12.3 $12.5
$14.2 $13.7 $13.5
6
8
10
12
14
16
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Transfers
$4.6 $4.7
$3.1 $3.1
$5.3
$6.3 $6.2
$7.4 $7.6
2.9
3.5
4.1
4.7
5.3
5.9
6.5
7.1
7.7
8.3
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
State
$5.0 $5.2
$5.7 $5.9 $6.2
$6.4 $7.4
$8.2
$8.7
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
6.0
7.0
8.0
9.0
10.0
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Courts
$20.2 $19.4
$16.7 $16.6
$19.3 $20.2
$22.0
$24.0 $23.9
10
20
30
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Capital & Debt
$27.4
$29.3
$26.1
$25.0
$29.6
$27.6
$33.1
$36.9
$38.6
24
27
30
33
36
39
42
45
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Other
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Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Education 1 125,871,550 134,548,670 8,677,120 6.89%139,010,460 13,138,910 10.44%
Law Enforcement 2 50,681,420 53,016,670 2,335,250 4.61%53,409,120 2,727,700 5.38%
Emergency Services 3 33,846,510 40,509,410 6,662,900 19.69%38,423,410 4,576,900 13.52%
Operating Transfers 4 13,735,010 14,016,880 281,870 2.05%13,548,810 (186,200) (1.36%)
Capital 5 24,005,400 27,758,190 3,752,790 15.63%23,866,190 (139,210) (0.58%)
Courts 6 8,155,350 8,930,790 775,440 9.51%8,686,910 531,560 6.52%
State Operations 7 7,432,100 7,774,550 342,450 4.61%7,618,000 185,900 2.50%
Other 8 36,921,390 44,092,610 7,171,220 19.42%38,552,530 1,631,140 4.42%
300,648,730 330,647,770 29,999,040 9.98%323,115,430 22,466,700 7.47%
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Summary Overview of General Fund Expenditures
Cost Center ref Requested Proposed
COST CENTER SUMMARY EXPLANATIONS CHANGE
Education 1 13,138,910$
Law Enforcement 2 2,727,700$
Emergency
Services
3 4,576,900$
Transfers 4 (186,200)$
Capital 5 (139,210)$
Courts 6 531,560$
State 7 185,900$
Other 8 1,631,140$
Totals 22,466,700$
The increases are mainly related to increases in wages and benefits as well as request for new positions.
The majority of the increases in these departments are due to the proposed step and COLA as well as the
salary scale decompression. This was offset by decreases in travel and controllable assets.
Increase is related to the addition of a fourth early voting site and the personnel required to staff it.
Provides an increase of $10,433,920 to the Board of Education which is based on the local share of the
Blueprint formula as well as $2,232,760 for costs associated with State cost shifts related to teacher
pensions. Also reflects additional funding for HCC in the amount of $307,090 as well as $165,140 for
pension costs due to cost shifts from the State budget.
Wages and benefits increased due to the proposed step and COLA as well as the new scale negotiated by
the union. Increases in operations are a result of increased costs for software contract costs, utilities,
ammunition, food and supplies cost increase for inmate meals and increased cost of medical services for
inmates.
The largest increases are due to the proposed step and COLA, the new salary scale negotiated by the
union, a request for new positions throughout the division and several reclassifications, and an increase in
allocations to the volunteer companies.
The decrease is mainly due to eliminating some originally proposed positions, as well as decreases to
travel and controllable assets costs which reduced the need for General Fund support. These decreases
were made in response to cost shifts to the County from the State budget.
Capital appropriation decreased due to the cost shifts from the State. Debt expenses increased due to an
increase in required payments.
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Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Board of Education 1 110,172,840 118,473,490 8,300,650 7.53%122,839,520 12,666,680 11.50%
Hagerstown Community College 2 10,236,290 10,543,380 307,090 3.00%10,708,520 472,230 4.61%
Free Library 3 4,855,160 4,924,540 69,380 1.43%4,855,160 0 0.00%
Clear Spring Library Building 4 143,000 143,000 0 0.00%143,000 0 0.00%
Smithsburg Library Building 5 150,750 150,750 0 0.00%150,750 0 0.00%
Boonsboro Library Building 6 171,810 171,810 0 0.00%171,810 0 0.00%
Hancock Library Building 7 141,700 141,700 0 0.00%141,700 0 0.00%
125,871,550 134,548,670 8,677,120 6.89%139,010,460 13,138,910 10.44%
COST CENTER SUMMARY EXPLANATIONS CIP CHANGE
Board of Education 1 -$ 12,666,680$
HCC 2 -$ 472,230$
Library 3 -$ -$
Clear Spring Library 4 -$ -$
Smithsburg Library 5 -$ -$
Boonsboro Library 6 -$ -$
Hancock Library 7 -$ -$
Totals -$ 13,138,910$
No change.
No change.
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Educational Expenses
Education Requested Proposed
Change is due to budgeting for the local share of the Blueprint as well as the new
requirement for the County to cover a portion of State costs related to pensions.
A 3% increase for additional operational support as well as the new requirement for the
County to cover a portion of the State costs related to pensions.
No change.
No change.
No change.
$109.9
$111.8 $113.8
$116.5
$119.2 $122.5 $122.8
$125.9
$139.0
100
110
120
130
140
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Education
Education
43%
Public Safety
29%
Transfers
4%
Capital
7%
Courts
3%
State
2%
Other
12%
Allocation of General Fund Expenditures
1-15
Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Sheriff - Judicial 1 4,196,520 4,187,630 (8,890)-0.21%4,192,160 (4,360) (0.10%)
Sheriff - Process Servers 2 174,950 181,750 6,800 3.89%181,070 6,120 3.50%
Sheriff - Patrol 3 16,911,760 18,046,870 1,135,110 6.71%18,193,200 1,281,440 7.58%
Sheriff - Central Booking 4 1,471,600 1,522,050 50,450 3.43%1,568,770 97,170 0.00%
Sheriff - Detention Center 5 24,246,940 24,870,210 623,270 2.57%25,099,410 852,470 6.60%
Sheriff -Day Reporting 6 534,050 550,680 16,630 3.11%571,580 37,530 3.52%
Sheriff - NTF 7 645,570 707,450 61,880 9.59%652,900 7,330 7.03%
Sheriff - Police Academy 8 59,830 59,830 0 0.00%59,830 0 1.14%
Animal Control 9 2,350,000 2,800,000 450,000 19.15%2,800,000 450,000 0.00%
Sheriff - Auxiliary 10 90,200 90,200 0 100.00%90,200 0 0.00%
50,681,420 53,016,670 2,335,250 4.61%53,409,120 2,727,700 5.38%
COST CENTER SUMMARY EXPLANATIONS CIP CHANGE
Judicial 1 -$ (4,360)$
Process Servers 2 -$ 6,120$
Patrol 3 -$ 1,281,440$
Central Booking 4 -$ 97,170$
Detention Center 5 -$ 852,470$
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Law Enforcement
refLaw Enforcement Requested Proposed
Wages and benefits increased due to the proposed step of 2.5%and COLA of
1%partially offset by savings from retirement and other turnover. Operating
expenses decreased primarily due to budgeting $2.80 per gallon for gasoline
instead of $3.50 per gallon which was what was used in FY25. There are no
capital requests for FY26 which is a decrease over FY25.
Wages and benefits increased due to the proposed step of 2.5%and COLA of
1%.Operating expenses decreased due to budgeting gasoline at $2.80 per
gallon instead of $3.50 used in FY25.
Wages and benefits increased due to the proposed step of 2.5%and 1%COLA
as well as the increase in health insurance. Operating costs increased mainly
due to increases in software, utilities and ammunition. One time requests of
$180,850 due to providing weapons, ammunition,body armor and portable
radios for eight new positions approved in FY25 as well as for the replacement
of ten computers and five E-tix scanners.
Wages and benefits increased due to the proposed step of 2.5%and 1%COLA.
Operating expenses decreased due to a decrease in insurance and sufficient
inventory of office supplies.
Wages and benefits increased due to the proposed 2.5% step and 1%COLA.
Operating expenses increased due to inmate food, medical costs and utilities.
$8,010 is being requested in capital outlay for gas masks, tactical gloves and
vests with carriers.
$30.7 $33.2 $34.9
$35.9 $36.7
$41.4
$46.2
$50.7
$53.4
28
33
38
43
48
53
58
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Law Enforcement
Education
43%
Public Safety
29%
Transfers
4%
Capital
7%
Courts
3%
State
2%
Other
12%
Allocation of General Fund Expenditures
1-16
Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Sheriff - Judicial 1 4,196,520 4,187,630 (8,890)-0.21%4,192,160 (4,360) (0.10%)
Sheriff - Process Servers 2 174,950 181,750 6,800 3.89%181,070 6,120 3.50%
Sheriff - Patrol 3 16,911,760 18,046,870 1,135,110 6.71%18,193,200 1,281,440 7.58%
Sheriff - Central Booking 4 1,471,600 1,522,050 50,450 3.43%1,568,770 97,170 0.00%
Sheriff - Detention Center 5 24,246,940 24,870,210 623,270 2.57%25,099,410 852,470 6.60%
Sheriff -Day Reporting 6 534,050 550,680 16,630 3.11%571,580 37,530 3.52%
Sheriff - NTF 7 645,570 707,450 61,880 9.59%652,900 7,330 7.03%
Sheriff - Police Academy 8 59,830 59,830 0 0.00%59,830 0 1.14%
Animal Control 9 2,350,000 2,800,000 450,000 19.15%2,800,000 450,000 0.00%
Sheriff - Auxiliary 10 90,200 90,200 0 100.00%90,200 0 0.00%
50,681,420 53,016,670 2,335,250 4.61%53,409,120 2,727,700 5.38%
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Law Enforcement
refLaw Enforcement Requested Proposed
Day Reporting 6 -$ 37,530$
NTF 7 -$ 7,330$
Police Academy 8 -$ 0
Animal Control 9 -$ 450,000$
Sheriff Auxiliary 10 -$ -$
Totals -$ 2,727,700$
No change.
The wage and benefit increase related to the proposed step and COLA.
Operating expenses had a slight increase due to increased contract costs and
lease payments.
Wages and benefits are increasing due to the 2.5% step and 1%COLA.
Operating expenses increased mainly due to the estimated increase in salaries
for laboratory staff.
Based on the existing executed contract.
No change.
1-17
Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Civil Air Patrol 1 4,000 4,400 400 10.00%4,400 400 10.00%
Air Unit 2 95,890 66,480 (29,410)-30.67%66,480 (29,410) (30.67%)
Special Operations 3 184,320 256,670 72,350 39.25%203,610 19,290 10.47%
F&R Volunteer Services 4 11,867,730 12,415,540 547,810 4.62%12,199,310 331,580 2.79%
911 - Communications 5 7,055,540 7,271,740 216,200 3.06%7,175,860 120,320 1.71%
EMS Operations 6 6,179,890 7,969,000 1,789,110 28.95%7,770,080 1,590,190 25.73%
Fire Operations 7 6,988,080 10,699,030 3,710,950 53.10%9,379,470 2,391,390 34.22%
Emergency Management 8 270,630 404,460 133,830 49.45%416,880 146,250 54.04%
Public Safety Training Center 9 1,200,430 1,422,090 221,660 18.47%1,207,320 6,890 0.57%
33,846,510 40,509,410 6,662,900 19.69%38,423,410 4,576,900 13.52%
COST CENTER SUMMARY EXPLANATIONS CIP CHANGE
Civil Air Patrol 1 -$ 400$
Air Unit 2 -$ (29,410)$
Special Operations 3 -$ 19,290$
F&R Volunteer 4 -$ 331,580$
911 5 -$ 120,320$
EMS Operations 6 -$ 1,590,190$
Slight increase of $400 in operating expenses due to increased hangar
rent at the Airport.
Operating expenses are increasing $21,690 due to a requested
increase for compressor service and fill stations for Self Contained
Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Decrease in overall budget is due to no
Capital Outlay being requested in FY26.
Operating expenses are increasing $16,370 due to additional training for
Water Rescue Program. Increase of $2,920 in capital outlay upgrade
to the gate entry system and hazardous material suits, sonar, headsets
and dry suit replacements.
The majority of the increase is due to the following: increase in the
appropriation due to increasing allocations by 3% and increases in
insurances and incentives. Capital Outlay requests include Surface
Pro's and miscellaneous equipment for fire police.
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Emergency Services
Emergency Services ref Requested Proposed
There is an increase of $159,960 in wages primarily due to union
negotiations which resulted in employees receiving holiday pay at 1.5
times their pay rate and due to the salary scale decompression.
Operating expenses decreased by $39,640 primarily due to a decrease
in telephone expenses. No Capital Outlay is budgeted for FY26.
Wages and benefits increased by $2,494,550 due to the 2.5% step and
a 8%COLA negotiated in the union contract, the consolidation of an
additional rescue company into the County and the proposed addition of
two new positions. The net decrease in operating expenses was
$1,003,870 which is primarily due to moving the $1,000,000 placeholder
for future EMS transitions from this departments budget into the General
Operations department budget. $99,510 is proposed for capital outlay
for AED's and CPR devices.
$13.7
$15.0
$17.4 $19.0
$23.1 $25.7
$28.9
$33.6
$38.0
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Fire and Rescue
Education
43%
Public Safety
29%
Transfers
4%
Capital
7%
Courts
3%
State
2%
Other
12%
Allocation of General Fund Expenditures
1-18
Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Civil Air Patrol 1 4,000 4,400 400 10.00%4,400 400 10.00%
Air Unit 2 95,890 66,480 (29,410)-30.67%66,480 (29,410) (30.67%)
Special Operations 3 184,320 256,670 72,350 39.25%203,610 19,290 10.47%
F&R Volunteer Services 4 11,867,730 12,415,540 547,810 4.62%12,199,310 331,580 2.79%
911 - Communications 5 7,055,540 7,271,740 216,200 3.06%7,175,860 120,320 1.71%
EMS Operations 6 6,179,890 7,969,000 1,789,110 28.95%7,770,080 1,590,190 25.73%
Fire Operations 7 6,988,080 10,699,030 3,710,950 53.10%9,379,470 2,391,390 34.22%
Emergency Management 8 270,630 404,460 133,830 49.45%416,880 146,250 54.04%
Public Safety Training Center 9 1,200,430 1,422,090 221,660 18.47%1,207,320 6,890 0.57%
33,846,510 40,509,410 6,662,900 19.69%38,423,410 4,576,900 13.52%
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Emergency Services
Emergency Services ref Requested Proposed
Fire Operations 7 -$ 2,391,390$
Emergency Management 8 -$ 146,250$
9 -$ 6,890$
Totals -$ 4,576,900$
Public Safety Training Center
$2,537,210 increase in wages and benefits is due to the proposed 2.5%
step and 8%COLA as well as the addition of 11 new positions in FY25
and proposing nine new positions in FY26. Operating expenses
increased by $62,370 primarily related to the proposed nine new
positions. $132,540 is being proposed for capital outlay purchases of
protective equipment and hoses and nozzles for reserve engines but
there is an overall reduction of $208,190 over the FY25 budget.
$142,430 increase in wages due to proposed 2.5% step and 1%COLA
as well as the salary scale decompression, a request for a new position,
and an upgrade for the Director position. Operating expenses increased
$3,820 primarily due to an increase in insurance costs and slight
increases in the cost of office supplies, training and gasoline. There is
no Capital Outlay requested for FY2026.
Wages and benefits increased by $39,260 due to the proposed 2.5%
step and 1%COLA and salary scale decompression as well as the
reclassification of the Senior Office Associate position. Operating
expenses decreased $19,370 due to a decrease in utility costs,
groundskeeping maintenance and supplies/materials maintenance.
Capital expenses decreased $13,000 due to no capital requests in
FY26.
1-19
Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Highway 1 10,405,590 10,703,310 297,720 2.86%10,470,480 64,890 0.62%
Solid Waste 2 487,170 487,170 0 0.00%394,010 (93,160) (19.12%)
Ag Center 3 255,760 255,760 0 0.00%254,430 (1,330) (0.52%)
Grant Management 4 522,510 538,470 15,960 3.05%548,600 26,090 4.99%
Land Preservation 5 23,100 71,960 48,860 211.52%65,360 42,260 182.94%
HEPMPO 6 6,770 6,970 200 2.95%6,930 160 2.36%
Utility Administration 7 804,840 971,720 166,880 20.73%960,720 155,880 19.37%
Water 8 176,480 176,480 0 0.00%150,580 (25,900) (14.68%)
Transit 9 901,310 608,490 (292,820) (32.49%)561,870 (339,440) (37.66%)
Golf Course 10 112,930 158,000 45,070 39.91%97,280 (15,650) (13.86%)
Muni Shares 38,550 38,550 0 0.00%38,550 0 0.00%
13,735,010 14,016,880 281,870 2.05%13,548,810 (186,200) (1.36%)
COST CENTER SUMMARY EXPLANATIONS CIP CHANGE
Highway 1 -$ 64,890$
Solid Waste 2 -$ (93,160)$
Ag Center 3 -$ (1,330)$
4 -$ 26,090$
Land Preservation 5 -$ 42,260$
HEPMPO 6 -$ 160$
Utility Admin 7 -$ 155,880$
Water 8 -$ (25,900)$
Transit 9 -$ (339,440)$
Golf Course 10 -$ (15,650)$
.
Totals -$ (186,200)$
Grant Management
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Operating Transfers
Operating Transfers ref Requested Proposed
Increase is due to increase in wages and expenses.
Decrease due to pension percentage reduction from 26%to 24% and
minor decreases in operating expenses resulted in less support needed
from general fund.
Decrease due to pension percentage reduction from 26%to 24%resulted
in less support needed from general fund.
Increase is due to increase in wages and benefits.
Decrease due to eliminating proposed new position due to funding
constraints.
Increase is to cover the portion of wages and benefits not covered by
programs.
Due to increase in wages.
Increase due to increase in wages and benefits and contracted services.
Decrease in expenses due to the use of fund balance.
Decrease due to pension percentage reduction from 26%to 24%resulted
in less support needed from general fund.
Education
43%
Public Safety
29%
Transfers
4%
Capital
7%
Courts
3%
State
2%
Other
12%
Allocation of General Fund Expenditures
$10.3
$11.4
$14.5
$11.8 $12.3 $12.5
$14.2
$13.7 $13.5
10
12
14
16
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Transfers
1-20
Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Capital Improvement Fund 1 7,795,320 11,490,000 3,694,680 47.40%7,598,000 (197,320) (2.53%)
Debt Service 2 16,210,080 16,268,190 58,110 0.36%16,268,190 58,110 0.36%
24,005,400 27,758,190 3,752,790 15.63%23,866,190 (139,210) (0.58%)
COST CENTER SUMMARY EXPLANATIONS CIP CHANGE
1 -$ (197,320)$
Debt Service 2 -$ 58,110$
Totals -$ (139,210)$
Decreased funding due to funding constraints caused by State budget
cost shifts.
Based on amortization schedules.
Capital
Improvement Fund
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Capital Related
Capital Related ref Requested Proposed
Education
43%
Public Safety
29%
Transfers
4%
Capital
7%
Courts
3%
State
2%
Other
12%
Allocation of General Fund Expenditures
$20.2 $19.4
$16.7 $16.6
$19.3 $20.2
$22.0
$24.0
$23.9
10
20
30
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Capital & Debt
1-21
Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Circuit Court 1 2,722,960 2,799,250 76,290 2.80%2,758,160 35,200 1.29%
Orphans Court 2 34,250 34,250 0 0.00%34,250 0 0.00%
State's Attorney 3 5,398,140 6,097,290 699,150 12.95%5,894,500 496,360 9.20%
8,155,350 8,930,790 775,440 9.51%8,686,910 531,560 6.52%
COST CENTER SUMMARY EXPLANATIONS CIP CHANGE
Circuit Court -$ 35,200$
Orphans Court 2 -$ -$
State's Attorney 3 -$ 496,360$
Totals -$ 531,560$
The majority of the $9,850 increase in wages and benefits is due to the proposed
2.5% step and 1% COLA. Operating expenses increased by $29,330 due to the
increase in jury fees and software costs. Overall decrease of $3,980 in capital
outlay due to fewer requests in FY26 but a request to replace AV systems in the
court rooms that were not replaced in FY25 remains in the budget.
No change.
Increase of $499,760 in wage and benefits due to the 2.5% step and 1% COLA, the
salary scale decompression as well as two proposed new positions. Operating
expenses decreased $3,400 due to funding constraints caused by State budget
cost shifts. There are no proposed capital outlay requests.
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Courts
Courts ref Requested Proposed
Education
43%
Public Safety
29%
Transfers
4%
Capital
7%
Courts
3%
State
2%
Other
12%
Allocation of General Fund Expenditures
$5.0 $5.2
$5.7 $5.9 $6.2
$6.4
$7.4
$8.2
$8.7
4.0
5.0
6.0
7.0
8.0
9.0
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Courts
1-22
Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Health Department 1 3,183,620 3,183,620 0 0.00%3,183,620 0 0.00%
Social Services 2 506,330 569,540 63,210 12.48%556,960 50,630 10.00%
University of MD Extension 3 290,120 305,620 15,500 5.34%305,620 15,500 5.34%
Cooperative Extension 4 38,730 38,730 0 0.00%38,730 0 0.00%
Election Board 5 2,640,990 2,843,740 202,750 7.68%2,731,850 90,860 3.44%
Soil Conservation 6 369,510 380,240 10,730 2.90%380,240 10,730 2.90%
Weed Control 7 357,300 363,060 5,760 1.61%360,980 3,680 1.03%
Environmental Pest Management 8 45,500 90,000 44,500 97.80%60,000 14,500 31.87%
7,432,100 7,774,550 342,450 4.61%7,618,000 185,900 2.50%
COST CENTER SUMMARY EXPLANATIONS CIP CHANGE
Health Department 1 -$ -$
Social Services 2 -$ 50,630$
University of MD Extension 3 -$ 15,500$
Cooperative Extension 4 -$ -$
Election Board 5 -$ 90,860$
Soil Conservation 6 -$ 10,730$
Weed Control 7 -$ 3,680$
8 -$ 14,500$
Totals -$ 185,900$
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
State Operations
State Operations ref Requested Proposed
Environmental Pest Management
Increase reflects a small increase in wages.
Slight increase related to wages and benefits due to proposed 2.5% step
and 1% COLA as well as the salary scale adjustment.
Increase to allow one additional treatment.
No change.
Increase in appropriations related to alignment of staff compensation to
the current State of Maryland pay scale as well as an increase in rent
expense and utility costs.
Increase in budget is due to the wages being increased by the State of
MD.
No change.
Increase related to costs associated with having a fourth early voting
site.
Education
43%
Public Safety
29%
Transfers
4%
Capital
7%
Courts
3%
State
2%
Other
12%
Allocation of General Fund Expenditures
$4.6 $4.7
$3.1 $3.1
$5.3
$6.3 $6.2
$7.4 $7.6
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
State
1-23
Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Community Funding 1,200,000 1,200,000 0 0.00%1,200,000 0 0.00%
Commission on Aging 1,604,580 1,854,580 250,000 15.58%1,854,580 250,000 15.58%
Museum of Fine Arts 140,000 142,000 2,000 1.43%142,000 2,000 1.43%
County Administrator 461,660 478,160 16,500 3.57%485,950 24,290 5.26%
Public Relations & Marketing 653,250 1,044,010 390,760 59.82%912,240 258,990 39.65%
Business Development 1,043,280 1,175,230 131,950 12.65%1,175,060 131,780 12.63%
County Commissioners 352,880 356,250 3,370 0.95%348,210 (4,670) (1.32%)
County Clerk 169,910 207,540 37,630 22.15%207,050 37,140 21.86%
Treasurer 541,160 571,980 30,820 5.70%572,770 31,610 5.84%
County Attorney 1,261,780 1,234,320 (27,460) (2.18%)1,261,270 (510) (0.04%)
Human Resources 1,565,880 2,167,820 601,940 38.44%1,732,760 166,880 10.66%
General Operations 3,694,920 6,917,110 3,222,190 87.21%3,417,200 (277,720) (7.52%)
Budget and Finance 2,567,160 2,650,220 83,060 3.24%2,698,530 131,370 5.12%
Auditing & Accounting 75,000 75,000 0 0.00%70,000 (5,000) (6.67%)
Purchasing 708,630 718,170 9,540 1.35%719,220 10,590 1.49%
Information Technology 4,404,480 5,555,810 1,151,330 26.14%4,657,290 252,810 5.74%
Wireless Communications 1,698,530 1,760,110 61,580 3.63%1,761,000 62,470 3.68%
Women's Commission 2,000 2,000 0 0.00%2,000 0 0.00%
Veteran's Advisory Committee 2,000 2,000 0 100.00%2,000 0 0.00%
Diversity & Inclusion 2,000 2,000 0 0.00%2,000 0 0.00%
Animal Control Board 7,200 7,200 0 100.00%7,200 0 0.00%
Forensic Investigator 30,000 30,000 0 0.00%30,000 0 0.00%
Public Works 357,530 451,470 93,940 26.27%386,420 28,890 8.08%
Buildings Grounds & Facilities 2,630,020 2,953,980 323,960 12.32%2,535,350 (94,670) (3.60%)
Engineering 3,175,710 3,210,930 35,220 1.11%3,270,360 94,650 2.98%
Permits & Inspections 3,349,700 3,918,790 569,090 16.99%3,773,880 424,180 12.66%
Planning & Zoning 1,530,580 1,619,100 88,520 5.78%1,617,800 87,220 5.70%
Zoning Appeals 67,240 68,390 1,150 1.71%68,390 1,150 1.71%
Martin L. Snook Pool 179,010 185,910 6,900 3.85%185,910 6,900 3.85%
Parks & Recreation 1,816,780 1,922,990 106,210 5.85%1,871,550 54,770 3.01%
Martin Luther King Building 126,480 101,210 (25,270) (19.98%)101,210 (25,270) (19.98%)
Administration Building 343,880 335,910 (7,970) (2.32%)330,910 (12,970) (3.77%)
Court House 343,880 355,630 11,750 3.42%355,630 11,750 3.42%
County Office Building 257,800 238,850 (18,950) (7.35%)238,850 (18,950) (7.35%)
Administration Annex 150,600 156,180 5,580 3.71%156,180 5,580 3.71%
Dwyer Center 34,390 29,310 (5,080) (14.77%)0 (34,390) (100.00%)
Election Board Facility 118,040 117,270 (770) (0.65%)107,270 (10,770) (9.12%)
Central Services 135,400 136,290 890 0.66%136,290 890 0.66%
Properties 1,730 4,450 2,720 157.23%4,450 2,720 157.23%
Senior Center Building 12,210 12,210 0 0.00%12,210 0 0.00%
Public Facilities Annex 104,110 122,230 18,120 17.40%112,230 8,120 7.80%
36,921,390 44,092,610 7,171,220 19.42%38,552,530 1,631,140 4.42%
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Other
Other Requested Proposed
Education
43%
Public Safety
29%
Transfers
4%
Capital
7%
Courts
3%
State
2%
Other
12%
Allocation of General Fund Expenditures
$27.4
$29.3
$26.1 $25.0
$29.6
$27.6
$33.1
$36.9 $38.6
24
26
28
30
32
34
36
38
40
42
44
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Other
1-24
Current FY25
Budget Request $ Change % Change Proposed $ Change % Change
Community Funding 1,200,000 1,200,000 0 0.00%1,200,000 0 0.00%
Commission on Aging 1,604,580 1,854,580 250,000 15.58%1,854,580 250,000 15.58%
Museum of Fine Arts 140,000 142,000 2,000 1.43%142,000 2,000 1.43%
County Administrator 461,660 478,160 16,500 3.57%485,950 24,290 5.26%
Public Relations & Marketing 653,250 1,044,010 390,760 59.82%912,240 258,990 39.65%
Business Development 1,043,280 1,175,230 131,950 12.65%1,175,060 131,780 12.63%
County Commissioners 352,880 356,250 3,370 0.95%348,210 (4,670) (1.32%)
County Clerk 169,910 207,540 37,630 22.15%207,050 37,140 21.86%
Treasurer 541,160 571,980 30,820 5.70%572,770 31,610 5.84%
County Attorney 1,261,780 1,234,320 (27,460) (2.18%)1,261,270 (510)(0.04%)
Human Resources 1,565,880 2,167,820 601,940 38.44%1,732,760 166,880 10.66%
General Operations 3,694,920 6,917,110 3,222,190 87.21%3,417,200 (277,720) (7.52%)
Budget and Finance 2,567,160 2,650,220 83,060 3.24%2,698,530 131,370 5.12%
Auditing & Accounting 75,000 75,000 0 0.00%70,000 (5,000) (6.67%)
Purchasing 708,630 718,170 9,540 1.35%719,220 10,590 1.49%
Information Technology 4,404,480 5,555,810 1,151,330 26.14%4,657,290 252,810 5.74%
Wireless Communications 1,698,530 1,760,110 61,580 3.63%1,761,000 62,470 3.68%
Women's Commission 2,000 2,000 0 0.00%2,000 0 0.00%
Veteran's Advisory Committee 2,000 2,000 0 100.00%2,000 0 0.00%
Diversity & Inclusion 2,000 2,000 0 0.00%2,000 0 0.00%
Animal Control Board 7,200 7,200 0 100.00%7,200 0 0.00%
Forensic Investigator 30,000 30,000 0 0.00%30,000 0 0.00%
Public Works 357,530 451,470 93,940 26.27%386,420 28,890 8.08%
Buildings Grounds & Facilities 2,630,020 2,953,980 323,960 12.32%2,535,350 (94,670) (3.60%)
Engineering 3,175,710 3,210,930 35,220 1.11%3,270,360 94,650 2.98%
Permits & Inspections 3,349,700 3,918,790 569,090 16.99%3,773,880 424,180 12.66%
Planning & Zoning 1,530,580 1,619,100 88,520 5.78%1,617,800 87,220 5.70%
Zoning Appeals 67,240 68,390 1,150 1.71%68,390 1,150 1.71%
Martin L. Snook Pool 179,010 185,910 6,900 3.85%185,910 6,900 3.85%
Parks & Recreation 1,816,780 1,922,990 106,210 5.85%1,871,550 54,770 3.01%
Martin Luther King Building 126,480 101,210 (25,270) (19.98%)101,210 (25,270) (19.98%)
Administration Building 343,880 335,910 (7,970) (2.32%)330,910 (12,970) (3.77%)
Court House 343,880 355,630 11,750 3.42%355,630 11,750 3.42%
County Office Building 257,800 238,850 (18,950) (7.35%)238,850 (18,950) (7.35%)
Administration Annex 150,600 156,180 5,580 3.71%156,180 5,580 3.71%
Dwyer Center 34,390 29,310 (5,080) (14.77%)0 (34,390) (100.00%)
Election Board Facility 118,040 117,270 (770)(0.65%)107,270 (10,770) (9.12%)
Central Services 135,400 136,290 890 0.66%136,290 890 0.66%
Properties 1,730 4,450 2,720 157.23%4,450 2,720 157.23%
Senior Center Building 12,210 12,210 0 0.00%12,210 0 0.00%
Public Facilities Annex 104,110 122,230 18,120 17.40%112,230 8,120 7.80%
36,921,390 44,092,610 7,171,220 19.42%38,552,530 1,631,140 4.42%
Washington County, Maryland
Proposed General Fund Expenditures
FY 2026
Other
Other Requested Proposed
OVERALL SUMMARY EXPLANATIONS (41 department areas)CIP CHANGE
Wages and Benefits -$ 497,680$
Operating 1,235,370$
Capital Outlay (101,910)$
Totals -$ -$ 1,631,140$
Wages and benefits increased due to proposed COLA of 1% and
step as well as due to the salary scale decompression. There was
an increase to General Operations department of $1,000,000 due
to transfer from EMS Operations budget. Additional increase
related to requests for new positions.
Increases are related to the continued increase in materials and
equipment related to operating as well as the increased cost in
utilities, insurance and contracted services.
Overall decrease is due to few capital outlay requests being
proposed in FY26 as well as the transfer to other requests to be
funded out of the CIP VEH008 budget.
1-25
Total Prior Appr.2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035
Airport
Air Traffic Control Tower 13,000,000 778,000 12,222,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Airport Systemic Improvement Projects 3,104,559 1,541,559 288,000 205,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 166,000 156,000 160,000 123,000 165,000
Terminal Building - East Expansion 7,803,000 722,000 7,081,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Capital Equipment - Airport 6,986,620 1,016,620 634,000 40,000 3,717,000 261,000 55,000 300,000 145,000 18,000 800,000 0
Runway 2/20 Rehabilitation and Lighting 3,921,000 3,847,000 74,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
T-Hangar Taxi Lanes Rehabilitation 2,756,000 1,512,000 1,244,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Taxiway A Rehabilitation 4,184,000 335,000 168,000 3,681,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Taxiway H Rehabilitation 1,318,000 108,000 1,210,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Land Acquisition-Airport 9,430,000 5,430,000 0 4,000,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Terminal Parking Lot/Access Road Improvements 1,275,000 0 275,000 400,000 600,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Fuel Farm Relocation/Replacement 5,000,000 0 0 500,000 4,500,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Airport Master Plan Update 2,000,000 0 0 0 2,000,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Runway 9 MALSR 1,800,000 0 0 0 180,000 1,620,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Salt and Material Storage Facility 250,000 0 0 0 250,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Snow Removal Equipment Storage Building Expansion 4,800,000 0 0 0 0 480,000 4,320,000 0 0 0 0 0
Taxiway G Rehabilitation 3,130,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 313,000 2,817,000 0 0 0
Airport 70,758,179 15,290,179 23,196,000 8,826,000 11,347,000 2,461,000 4,475,000 779,000 3,118,000 178,000 923,000 165,000
Bridges
Bridge Inspection and Inventory 840,682 186,682 24,000 0 150,000 200,000 25,000 0 225,000 0 30,000 0
Keedysville Road Bridge W5651 3,764,600 3,014,600 750,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Bridge Scour Repairs 78,330 28,330 0 0 50,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Cleaning & Painting of Steel Bridges 264,717 114,717 0 0 0 0 150,000 0 0 0 0 0
Halfway Boulevard Bridges W0912 6,434,000 5,684,000 750,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Gardenhour Road Bridge W2431 3,695,000 775,000 1,920,000 1,000,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Stone Masonry Bridge Repairs 100,000 50,000 0 0 50,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Swope Road Culvert 16/07 150,000 0 150,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
High Germany Road Bridge W0011 2,109,000 0 738,000 989,000 382,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Appletown Road Bridge W2184 979,000 0 0 0 0 407,000 572,000 0 0 0 0 0
Ashton Road Culvert 04/06 559,000 0 0 0 0 0 42,000 517,000 0 0 0 0
Bowie Road Culvert 150,000 0 150,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Burnside Bridge Road Culvert 01/03 484,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 16,000 468,000 0 0 0
Draper Road Culvert 04/07 589,000 0 0 0 0 37,000 552,000 0 0 0 0 0
Draper Road Culvert 04/08 530,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 50,000 480,000 0 0 0
Greenbrier Road Culvert 16/14 268,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 268,000 0 0 0 0
Gruber Road Bridge 04/10 396,000 0 0 0 0 0 10,000 386,000 0 0 0 0
Harpers Ferry Road Culvert 11/02 1,043,000 0 0 0 434,000 609,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Henline Road Culvert 05/05 200,000 0 0 0 200,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Hoffman's Inn Road Culvert 05/06 150,000 0 0 0 0 150,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Long Hollow Road Culvert 05/07 100,000 0 0 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Mercersburg Road Culvert 04/16 771,000 0 0 0 340,000 431,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Poplar Grove Road Bridge W2432 1,955,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 100,000 1,855,000 0 0 0
Prices Mill Bridge 1,150,000 0 0 0 1,150,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Remsburg Road Culvert 150,000 0 150,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Rinehart Road Culvert 14/03 200,000 0 0 200,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Taylors Landing Road Bridge W7101 1,379,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 35,000 510,000 834,000 0 0
Yarrowsburg Road Bridge W6191 2,102,000 0 0 0 0 620,000 1,482,000 0 0 0 0 0
Bridges Total 30,591,329 9,853,329 4,632,000 2,189,000 2,856,000 2,454,000 2,833,000 1,372,000 3,538,000 834,000 30,000 0
Washington County, Maryland
Capital Improvement 10yr Detail
Fiscal Year 2026 - 2035
Final Draft
Total Prior Appr.2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035
Washington County, Maryland
Capital Improvement 10yr Detail
Fiscal Year 2026 - 2035
Final Draft
Drainage
Stream Restoration at Various Locations 1,891,466 891,466 0 250,000 0 0 0 350,000 0 400,000 0 0
Stormwater Retrofits 15,399,330 6,049,330 900,000 900,000 900,000 900,000 900,000 900,000 950,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000
Drainage Improvements at Various Locations 862,026 262,026 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000
Fort Ritchie Dam Repairs 250,000 100,000 150,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Broadfording Church Road Culvert 231,000 0 57,000 174,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Harpers Ferry Road Drainage, 3600 Block 525,000 0 75,000 450,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Shank Road Drainage 214,000 0 0 214,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Draper Road Drainage Improvements 609,000 0 0 0 0 259,000 350,000 0 0 0 0 0
Trego Mountain Road Drainage 415,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 415,000 0 0
Drainage Total 20,396,822 7,302,822 1,232,000 2,038,000 950,000 1,209,000 1,300,000 1,300,000 1,025,000 1,890,000 1,075,000 1,075,000
Education
Board of Education
Capital Maintenance - BOE 102,635,298 23,603,298 6,670,000 11,394,000 3,436,000 9,184,000 3,468,000 6,048,000 2,689,000 2,912,000 15,113,000 18,118,000
Downsville Pike Elementary School 51,141,000 1,500,000 23,170,000 23,169,000 3,302,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Elementary School 2 51,664,000 0 0 0 3,455,000 19,286,000 19,470,000 9,453,000 0 0 0 0
Elementary School 3 100,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 100,000
Jonathan Hager Elementary School Addition 23,586,000 0 0 0 0 0 500,000 500,000 11,032,000 10,642,000 912,000 0
Board of Education 229,126,298 25,103,298 29,840,000 34,563,000 10,193,000 28,470,000 23,438,000 16,001,000 13,721,000 13,554,000 16,025,000 18,218,000
Hagerstown Community College
ARCC Renovation 16,925,000 0 200,000 100,000 0 0 0 1,738,000 9,756,000 1,702,000 3,429,000 0
ASA Renovation 17,562,000 0 125,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,233,000 12,717,000 3,487,000
ATC Renovation 13,613,000 0 9,883,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 1,330,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Career Programs Roof Replacement 4,953,000 0 0 150,000 0 0 4,379,000 424,000 0 0 0 0
Multi-Roof Project 2,000,000 1,000,000 0 500,000 0 500,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Wellness Center 11,100,000 0 0 750,000 10,350,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Hagerstown Community College 66,153,000 1,000,000 10,208,000 2,700,000 11,550,000 1,830,000 4,379,000 2,162,000 9,756,000 2,935,000 16,146,000 3,487,000
Public Libraries
Systemic Projects - Library 570,000 60,000 60,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
Williamsport Library Replacement 17,444,060 7,060 761,000 402,000 1,581,000 10,867,000 3,826,000 0 0 0 0 0
Public Libraries 18,014,060 67,060 821,000 452,000 1,631,000 10,917,000 3,876,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
Education Total 313,293,358 26,170,358 40,869,000 37,715,000 23,374,000 41,217,000 31,693,000 18,213,000 23,527,000 16,539,000 32,221,000 21,755,000
General Government
Cost of Bond Issuance 1,430,000 90,000 125,000 127,000 129,000 131,000 133,000 135,000 137,000 139,000 141,000 143,000
Contingency - General Fund 4,697,562 2,354,562 750,000 0 0 0 0 0 129,000 0 0 1,464,000
Systemic Improvements - Building 16,772,761 2,272,761 1,000,000 1,250,000 1,500,000 1,250,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,500,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000
Facilities Roof Repairs 1,634,317 534,317 200,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
Stormwater Management and Watershed Services Office Building 200,000 200,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Circuit Courthouse 106,000,000 2,000,000 0 4,000,000 4,000,000 0 0 49,000,000 47,000,000 0 0 0
Information Systems Replacement Program 3,022,349 647,349 350,000 250,000 250,000 250,000 150,000 150,000 175,000 250,000 275,000 275,000
Financial System Management & Upgrades 709,297 559,297 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000
County Wireless Infrastructure 2,736,000 1,235,000 420,000 266,000 441,000 374,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Property Management & Demo of Various County Properties 42,575 17,575 25,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
General - Equipment and Vehicle Replacement Program 1,789,338 789,338 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
General Government Total 139,034,199 10,700,199 2,985,000 6,108,000 6,535,000 2,220,000 1,498,000 50,500,000 49,156,000 2,604,000 2,631,000 4,097,000
Parks and Recreation
Black Rock Capital Equipment Program 573,176 119,176 100,000 37,000 37,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000
Total Prior Appr.2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035
Washington County, Maryland
Capital Improvement 10yr Detail
Fiscal Year 2026 - 2035
Final Draft
Black Rock Bunker Rehabilitation 100,000 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Hardcourt Playing Surfaces 3,050,000 50,000 1,500,000 500,000 500,000 50,000 50,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 100,000
North Central County Park 15,043,000 2,642,000 81,000 500,000 800,000 3,420,000 3,600,000 800,000 800,000 800,000 800,000 800,000
Park Equipment/Surfacing Replacement, Various Locations 1,935,156 421,156 1,339,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 175,000 0
Parking Lot Repair/Overlay, Various Locations 718,289 68,289 50,000 200,000 0 100,000 0 100,000 0 100,000 0 100,000
Antietam Creek Water Trail 537,793 387,793 50,000 100,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
MLK Gymnasium Upgrade 3,075,000 1,950,000 1,125,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Regional Park Walking/Hiking Trail 1,011,100 811,100 200,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Marty Snook Park Pool Renovation and Accessible Entrance 1,200,000 125,000 800,000 275,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Clear Spring Park Walking Trail 375,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 375,000 0 0 0
Conococheague Creek Water Trail 300,000 0 0 0 0 180,000 120,000 0 0 0 0 0
Doubs Woods Disc Golf 50,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 50,000 0 0 0 0
Kemps Mill Park Trails 100,000 0 0 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Marty Snook Park Multimodal Trail and Parking 700,000 0 0 100,000 300,000 300,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Mt. Briar Wetland Preserve Trails and Conservation Area 150,000 0 150,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Park Entrances and Security Upgrades 300,000 0 100,000 100,000 100,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Pen Mar Interpretive Center/Vending Machine Kiosk 40,000 0 40,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Pen Mar-Fort Ritchie-Cascade Trail Connection 290,000 0 0 50,000 120,000 0 120,000 0 0 0 0 0
Pen Mar Park Hotel Sites Redevelopment 650,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 99,000 51,000 200,000 300,000
Regional Park Dog Park 80,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 80,000 0 0
Parks and Recreation 30,278,514 6,574,514 5,635,000 1,862,000 1,957,000 4,090,000 3,930,000 1,065,000 1,389,000 1,146,000 1,290,000 1,340,000
Public Safety
Detention Center - Systemic Projects 7,060,230 1,340,230 1,100,000 1,200,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 550,000 560,000 250,000 560,000 0
Patrol Services Relocation Renovation 28,215,452 20,215,452 3,500,000 4,500,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Public Safety CAD System Replacement 1,320,765 120,765 1,200,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Communication Tower(s) Various 686,806 466,806 0 110,000 0 110,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Portable Radio Replacement Program - Sheriff 2,647,944 278,944 118,000 200,000 300,000 400,000 500,000 169,000 169,000 171,000 171,000 171,000
Portable Radio Replacement Program - Emergency Services 9,835,600 3,335,600 300,000 400,000 500,000 600,000 700,000 800,000 800,000 800,000 800,000 800,000
PSTC Tactical Village / Simulation Training Area 24,034,550 5,584,550 200,000 3,750,000 0 0 1,960,000 4,043,000 4,143,000 4,354,000 0 0
Law Enforcement - Vehicle & Equipment Replacement Program 18,578,317 1,998,317 1,520,000 1,160,000 1,200,000 1,240,000 1,280,000 1,320,000 1,960,000 2,100,000 2,300,000 2,500,000
Emergency Services Equipment & Vehicle Program 8,708,030 4,348,030 550,000 550,000 550,000 550,000 355,000 360,000 365,000 375,000 350,000 355,000
Canteen/Rehab Unit Replacement 708,000 186,000 48,000 48,000 48,000 48,000 48,000 48,000 48,000 62,000 62,000 62,000
Incident Safety Officer Vehicle Replacement Program 214,000 48,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 18,000 18,000 18,000
Detention Center Renovation - Women's Facility 21,000,000 0 0 0 5,000,000 5,000,000 3,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 0
Emergency Services Air Unit Station Expansion 5,050,000 0 350,000 0 0 0 0 500,000 0 100,000 2,000,000 2,100,000
Police Indoor Firing Range 8,250,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 250,000 250,000 250,000 3,500,000 4,000,000
Public Safety 136,309,694 37,922,694 8,902,000 11,934,000 8,114,000 8,464,000 8,359,000 10,056,000 10,311,000 10,480,000 11,761,000 10,006,000
Railroad
Railroad Crossing Improvements 2,490,450 936,450 0 200,000 0 250,000 0 300,000 0 396,000 0 408,000
Railroad 2,490,450 936,450 0 200,000 0 250,000 0 300,000 0 396,000 0 408,000
Road Improvement
Intersection & Signal Improvements 2,405,611 905,611 0 0 750,000 0 0 750,000 0 0 0 0
Transportation ADA 2,111,123 611,123 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 600,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
Pavement Maintenance and Rehab Program 80,877,416 9,467,416 5,660,000 6,000,000 6,000,000 6,000,000 3,723,000 8,277,000 8,500,000 9,000,000 9,000,000 9,250,000
Longmeadow Road 2,855,000 0 310,000 432,000 518,000 845,000 750,000 0 0 0 0 0
Eastern Boulevard Extended 10,603,000 0 300,000 1,000,000 1,200,000 1,324,000 6,779,000 0 0 0 0 0
Eastern Boulevard Widening Phase II 7,672,300 3,250,300 775,000 647,000 1,000,000 2,000,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total Prior Appr.2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035
Washington County, Maryland
Capital Improvement 10yr Detail
Fiscal Year 2026 - 2035
Final Draft
Eastern Blvd at Antietam Drive Improvements 5,506,000 4,506,000 1,000,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Wright Road 4,768,000 2,798,000 500,000 799,000 671,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Burnside Bridge Road Spot Improvements 544,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 544,000 0 0
E. Oak Ridge Drive/South Pointe Signal 461,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 461,000 0
Mt Aetna Road Spot Improvements 2,422,000 0 0 0 0 0 935,000 1,487,000 0 0 0 0
Robinwood Drive Sidewalk Extension 750,000 0 0 250,000 500,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Rockdale Road and Independence Road Spot Improvements 1,025,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 450,000 575,000 0 0 0
Sandstone Drive Spot Improvements 500,000 0 0 0 0 0 500,000 0 0 0 0 0
Highway Maintenance Shop - Western Section 600,000 374,000 226,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Highway - Vehicle & Equipment Replacement Program 19,580,461 2,242,461 1,321,000 1,424,000 1,502,000 1,585,000 1,672,000 1,764,000 1,861,000 1,963,000 2,071,000 2,175,000
Highway Western Section - Fuel Tank Replacement 1,151,000 847,000 304,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Road Improvement 143,831,911 25,001,911 10,496,000 10,652,000 12,241,000 11,854,000 14,459,000 12,828,000 11,536,000 11,607,000 11,632,000 11,525,000
Solid Waste
Contingency - Solid Waste 699,080 89,080 35,000 60,000 60,000 62,000 63,000 64,000 65,000 66,000 67,000 68,000
40 West Landfill - Cell 5 Construction 11,190,000 4,412,000 6,778,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
40 West Landfill Pretreatment Facility 11,120,000 0 0 520,000 5,300,000 5,300,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
SW Equipment & Vehicle Replacement 1,402,022 242,022 200,000 205,000 205,000 100,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000
Asphalt Repairs - 40 West 1,756,000 0 0 1,136,000 620,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Transfer Station Upgrades 2,000,000 0 0 2,000,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
40 West Landfill - Cell 8 Construction 13,724,000 0 0 0 0 0 6,404,000 7,320,000 0 0 0 0
40 West Partial Capping 29,814,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 15,129,000 14,685,000
Solid Waste 71,705,102 4,743,102 7,013,000 3,921,000 6,185,000 5,462,000 6,542,000 7,459,000 140,000 141,000 15,271,000 14,828,000
Transit
Vehicle Preventive Maintenance 4,495,307 495,307 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000
Transportation Development Plan 225,000 125,000 0 0 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Fixed Route Bus Replacement Program 7,268,111 1,418,111 900,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 2,700,000 0 2,250,000
ADA Bus Replacement 632,305 2,305 105,000 0 210,000 0 0 105,000 0 210,000 0 0
1000 W. Washington St. Renovation/Expansion 23,340,000 0 2,823,000 20,517,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Transit 35,960,723 2,040,723 4,228,000 20,917,000 610,000 500,000 400,000 505,000 400,000 3,310,000 400,000 2,650,000
Water Quality
Utility Administration
Contingency - Utility Admin 225,400 29,400 0 0 0 0 31,000 32,000 32,000 33,000 34,000 34,000
General Building Improvements 1,014,000 564,000 200,000 0 0 250,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Security Updates 170,000 35,000 50,000 85,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Lab Equipment Replacement 413,898 149,898 40,000 24,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000
Local Limits Study 70,000 0 70,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
WQ Equip/Vehicle Replacement Program 1,498,883 198,883 125,000 125,000 125,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 135,000 135,000 135,000
Water & Sewer Plan 75,000 0 75,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Utility Administration 3,467,181 977,181 560,000 234,000 150,000 405,000 186,000 187,000 187,000 193,000 194,000 194,000
Sewer
Contingency - Sewer 461,939 11,939 0 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
Replace Grinder Pumps 1,201,069 151,069 125,000 125,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
Pump Station Upgrades - Various Stations 4,259,012 374,012 885,000 0 750,000 0 750,000 0 750,000 0 750,000 0
Collection System Rehabilitation Project 4,326,121 426,121 0 900,000 0 750,000 0 750,000 0 750,000 0 750,000
Smithsburg WWTP ENR Upgrade 28,087,469 12,587,469 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5,500,000 5,000,000 5,000,000
Total Prior Appr.2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035
Washington County, Maryland
Capital Improvement 10yr Detail
Fiscal Year 2026 - 2035
Final Draft
General WwTP Improvements 1,391,410 491,410 300,000 300,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 300,000
Heavy Sewer EQP and VEH Replacement 1,528,416 333,416 600,000 250,000 35,000 35,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 75,000
Potomac Edison Pump Station & Force Main 100,000 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Sewer Fund 41,355,436 14,375,436 2,010,000 1,625,000 935,000 935,000 940,000 940,000 940,000 6,440,000 5,940,000 6,275,000
Water
Water Meter Replacement 385,009 165,009 50,000 50,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000
WQ Main Replacement 2,366,000 766,000 0 0 100,000 0 500,000 500,000 500,000 0 0 0
Sharpsburg Water Treatment Plant 668,856 73,856 25,000 570,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
General WTP Improvements 1,358,440 268,440 0 290,000 0 0 250,000 250,000 0 100,000 100,000 100,000
Highfield/Sharpsburg Water Storage Tank 336,000 0 0 0 0 0 336,000 0 0 0 0 0
Water Fund 5,114,305 1,273,305 75,000 910,000 115,000 15,000 1,101,000 765,000 515,000 115,000 115,000 115,000
Water Quality 49,936,922 16,625,922 2,645,000 2,769,000 1,200,000 1,355,000 2,227,000 1,892,000 1,642,000 6,748,000 6,249,000 6,584,000
TOTAL 1,044,587,203 163,162,203 111,833,000 109,131,000 75,369,000 81,536,000 77,716,000 106,269,000 105,782,000 55,873,000 83,483,000 74,433,000
Funding Sources
General Fund 189,458,974 47,610,974 7,598,000 10,250,000 12,250,000 13,250,000 14,250,000 15,250,000 16,250,000 17,250,000 17,750,000 17,750,000
Highway Fund 6,237,000 1,237,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000
Cascade Fund 12,342 12,342 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Solid Waste Fund 2,067,805 297,805 235,000 265,000 265,000 162,000 138,000 139,000 140,000 141,000 142,000 143,000
Utility Admin Fund 2,398,781 383,781 335,000 234,000 150,000 155,000 186,000 187,000 187,000 193,000 194,000 194,000
Water Fund 385,009 165,009 50,000 50,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000
Sewer Fund 4,245,723 1,550,723 725,000 425,000 185,000 185,000 190,000 190,000 190,000 190,000 190,000 225,000
Airport Fund 4,886,804 1,362,804 475,000 699,000 891,000 290,000 319,000 181,000 163,000 178,000 163,000 165,000
Golf Course Fund 100,000 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Interest 9,000,000 0 3,500,000 1,500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000
Tax-Supported Bond 166,136,548 26,136,548 14,000,000 14,000,000 14,000,000 14,000,000 14,000,000 14,000,000 14,000,000 14,000,000 14,000,000 14,000,000
Self-Supported Bond 104,856,115 11,308,115 8,288,000 5,401,000 7,345,000 6,040,000 8,240,000 8,820,000 1,250,000 6,350,000 20,979,000 20,835,000
State Loan 4,488,552 4,488,552 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Loan 102,000,000 0 0 4,000,000 4,000,000 0 0 47,000,000 47,000,000 0 0 0
Transfer Tax 29,981,724 7,481,724 3,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,250,000 2,250,000 2,250,000 2,250,000 2,250,000 2,250,000
Excise Tax - Schools 2,977,031 567,031 385,000 385,000 385,000 385,000 385,000 385,000 0 0 0 100,000
Excise Tax - Roads 1,530,320 270,320 126,000 126,000 126,000 126,000 126,000 126,000 126,000 126,000 126,000 126,000
Excise Tax - Other 319,000 29,000 29,000 29,000 29,000 29,000 29,000 29,000 29,000 29,000 29,000 29,000
Excise Tax - Library 110,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
Excise Tax - Non-Residential 623,812 123,812 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
PFC Fees - Airport 172,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 31,000 141,000 0 0 0
Capital Reserve - General 43,179,000 8,484,000 12,386,000 8,019,000 4,684,000 6,952,000 1,148,000 1,506,000 0 0 0 0
Capital Reserve - Airport 1,075,000 0 275,000 400,000 200,000 200,000 0 0 0 0 0 0
Capital Reserve - Transfer Tax 6,278,000 0 0 917,000 0 0 2,798,000 0 0 0 2,563,000 0
Capital Reserve - Excise Tax - Schools 1,770,000 0 770,000 1,000,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Capital Reserve - Excise Tax - Roads 300,000 0 0 300,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Capital Reserve - Excise Tax - Non-Residential 7,700,000 0 2,200,000 3,000,000 0 0 2,500,000 0 0 0 0 0
Capital Reserve - APFO Fees - Schools 1,000,000 0 0 1,000,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Federal Grant 108,117,898 34,534,898 13,294,000 29,900,000 9,995,000 3,206,000 5,849,000 956,000 4,425,000 2,648,000 1,040,000 2,270,000
State Grant 219,117,027 17,080,027 42,748,000 23,543,000 7,258,000 30,115,000 23,733,000 11,909,000 18,166,000 9,741,000 19,553,000 15,271,000
Contributions 24,062,738 27,738 754,000 1,128,000 10,531,000 3,366,000 500,000 2,235,000 390,000 1,702,000 3,429,000 0
TOTAL 1,044,587,203 163,162,203 111,833,000 109,131,000 75,369,000 81,536,000 77,716,000 106,269,000 105,782,000 55,873,000 83,483,000 74,433,000
FY25 FY26
Operating Budget Operating Budget
Approved Proposed
Operating Funds:
Major Operating Funds:
General Fund $300,648,730 $323,115,430 $22,466,700 7.47%
Highway Fund $13,914,110 $14,377,720 $463,610 3.33%
Solid Waste Fund $10,692,500 $10,862,600 $170,100 1.59%
Utility Administration Fund $6,283,910 $6,739,520 $455,610 7.25%
Water Fund $1,617,200 $1,623,700 $6,500 0.40%
Sewer Fund $14,511,550 $16,086,050 $1,574,500 10.85%
Pretreatment Fund $443,560 $345,600 $(97,960)(22.08)%
Public Transit Fund $3,589,210 $3,606,070 $16,860 0.47%
Airport Fund $3,715,420 $4,025,830 $310,410 8.35%
Black Rock Golf Course Fund $1,500,380 $1,700,750 $200,370 13.35%
$356,916,570 $382,483,270 $25,566,700 7.16%
Restricted Funds:
Hotel Rental Tax Fund $2,000,000 $2,000,000 $0 0.00%
Cascade Town Centre Fund $108,000 $108,000 $0 0.00%
Agricultural Education Center Fund $322,660 $340,460 $17,800 5.52%
Grant Management Fund $660,730 $1,414,470 $753,740 114.08%
Inmate Welfare Fund $630,310 $738,650 $108,340 17.19%
Gaming Fund $2,136,000 $2,339,210 $203,210 9.51%
Land Preservation Fund $3,869,530 $2,848,670 $(1,020,860)(26.38)%
HEPMPO Fund $811,750 $808,340 $(3,410)(0.42)%
Emergency Services Billing Fund $816,890 $1,075,190 $258,300 31.62%
Contraband Fund $0 $30,000 $30,000 100.00%
Foreign Trade Zone Fund $40,000 $50,000 $10,000 25.00%
$11,395,870 $11,752,990 $357,120 3.13%
Total Operating Funds $368,312,440 $394,236,260 $25,923,820 7.04%
Capital Improvement Plan $65,785,000 $111,833,000 $46,048,000 70.00%
$506,069,260 $71,971,820 16.58%
Open Session Item
SUBJECT: Quote Award (Q-25-797) Bottled Water and Dispenser Rentals for Various County
Departments and Locations
PRESENTATION DATE: May 20, 2025
PRESENTATION BY: Aaron Weisner, Procurement Specialist I, Purchasing Department; Brandi
Kentner, CPPO, Director, Purchasing Department;
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to award the quote for Bottled Water and Dispenser Rentals
for Various County Departments and Locations to the responsive, responsible quoter with the total
sum bid price of $57,374 .51.
REPORT-IN-BRIEF: The County’s Bottled Water and Dispenser Rentals contract provides
various County departments as well as the Washington County Public Schools with a bottled
spring water supply and services. The awarded Quoter shall be required to provide water and
dispensers to adequately service approximately sixty-seven (67) locations. The quantities stated
within the solicitation are based on prior annual usage; actual orders will depend on departmental
requirements/requests. Provided quantities were given as a general guide for quoting purposes
only and are not guaranteed amounts. The contract shall be for the County’s total requirements
and may be less or greater than those estimated herein. The County shall not be obligated to
purchase any minimum or maximum quantity.
The term of this contract is for a one (1) year period, tentatively beginning July 1, 2025, and ending
June 30, 2026, with two (2) additional consecutive one (1) year periods. The above
recommendations are for the County’s requirements only; the Washington County Public Schools
shall make their awards independently from the County. The County guarantees neither a
minimum/maximum quantity to be purchased under this contract.
The County accepted bids on April 23, 2025, for various County Departments as well as for the
Washington County Public Schools. The Invitation to Bid was advertised on the State of
Maryland’s eMMA “eMaryland Marketplace Advantage” website, on the County’s website, in
the local newspaper, and on the County’s online bidding site. Nineteen (19) persons/companies
registered/downloaded the bid, and two (2) bids were received
DISCUSSION: N/A
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are budgeted in various departments/agency’s budget line-item
accounts for these services.
CONCURRENCES: N/A
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Agenda Report Form
ALTERNATIVES: N/A
ATTACHMENTS: Bid Tabulation Matrix
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Supplier QTY UOM Price Extended Supplier Notes
Blue Triton Brands Inc (Primo Brands Corporation)
Stamford, CT
Tulpehocken Spring Water
Greencastle, PA
2
Supplier QTY UOM Price Extended Supplier Notes
Blue Triton Brands Inc (Primo Brands Corporation)
Stamford, CT
Tulpehocken Spring Water
Greencastle, PA
3
Supplier QTY UOM Price Extended Supplier Notes
Tulpehocken Spring Water
Greencastle, PA
Blue Triton Brands Inc (Primo Brands Corporation)
Stamford, CT
4
Supplier QTY UOM Price Extended Supplier Notes
Tulpehocken Spring Water
Greencastle, PA
Blue Triton Brands Inc (Primo Brands Corporation)
Stamford, CT
5
Supplier QTY UOM Price Extended Supplier Notes
Tulpehocken Spring Water
Greencastle, PA
Blue Triton Brands Inc (Primo Brands Corporation)
Stamford, CT
6
Supplier QTY UOM Price Extended Supplier Notes
Tulpehocken Spring Water
Greencastle, PA
Blue Triton Brands Inc (Primo Brands Corporation)
Stamford, CT 86
86
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Bottled Water & Dispenser Rentals Various County Departments & Locations
EACH / PER MONTH $0.00 No Delivery fee$0.00
$257.14$2.99EACH / PER MONTH
824
824
9106
$227.24
$0.00
$2.99
$0.00EACH / PER MONTH
EACH / PER MONTH
$5.59
$61,465.50$6.75
CASE
CASE
EACH
CASE $5.50 $385.00
$6,180.00$7.50
Deer Park Spring Water$4,606.16
17
17
$420.00$6.00CASE70
$50.83
$0.00$0.00
$2.99EACH / PER MONTH
EACH / PER MONTH
Bottled water 16.9-ounce bottles (cost per case of 24 bottles)
"Spillproof", non-breakable, sterilized five (5) gallons of Spring Water (cost per bottle)
packaging is 48ct, total cost
9106 Deer Park Spring Water$51,813.14$5.69EACH
70
Cook & Cold-Water Dispensers (cost per cooler per month)
Hot/Cold Water Dispensers (cost per cooler per month)
Cold Water Dispensers (cost per cooler per month)
Bottled water 8-ounce bottles (cost per case of 24 bottles)
Quotes Due: April 23, 2025
Response Total
Blue Triton Brands Inc (Primo Brands Corporation)
Stanford, CT
Tulpehocken Spring Water
$57,374.51
$68,030.50
Quotes Due: April 23, 2025
Open Session Item
SUBJECT: Request for Approval of Memorandum of Agreement (Lease) with Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) for Navigational Aid facilities located at the Hagerstown Regional
Airport.
PRESENTATION DATE: 05/20/2025
PRESENTATION BY: Neil Doran, Airport Director
RECOMMENDED MOTION(S):
• Move to authorize the County Commission President to sign/execute the MOA
document.
• If desired, move to authorize the Airport Director to sign similar paperwork in the future
between the County/Airport and the FAA that does not involve the expenditure of funds
or extensive negotiation of terms, that is, standard FAA nationwide “boilerplate”
agreements.
REPORT-IN-BRIEF:
The current agreement (lease) with the FAA expires Sept 30, 2025. As a housekeeping matter,
FAA representatives have reached out to obtain a new lease for another 20-year term expected to
start October 1, 2025. This is a continuation of previous, similar leases from the past. Previous
lease document is attached.
DISCUSSION: These agreements provide for right-of-way and physical access by FAA
personnel to service, improve and maintain their air navigation facilities over a relatively small
land footprint at the airport, largely within the runway/taxiway environment. Agreements also
describe how the airport would continue to cooperate with them to ensure the smooth operation
and functioning of those systems and to assist in assuring their security.
This agreement does not involve the Air Traffic Control Tower facilities. No money exchanged.
No real opportunity to significantly change, modify or negotiate over the terms as these are
standardized documents used nationwide at all airports equipped with these FAA-owned
systems. Staff strongly recommend approval as these FAA-owned navigation aids are critical to
the operation of the airport and having them is a no-cost amenity to the flying public.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
CONCURRENCES: Director of Public Works. County Administrator. Chief Financial Officer.
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Agenda Report Form
ALTERNATIVES:
• No real alternative course of action in this instance. The airport relies upon these
navigational aids for safe operation, requiring that these MOA(s) and leases with the
FAA be kept in force. The airport cannot build or maintain these types of specialized
systems which the FAA handles nationwide.
• If we had an expired lease and these systems were no longer supported/functioning at the
airport, this would negatively impact our general aviation community and perhaps lead to
an end of commercial airline service. Our airport would no longer be an “all weather”
facility.
ATTACHMENTS: None. AUDIO/VISUAL TO BE USED: N/A.
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ON-AIRPORT MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT (MOA)
Between
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
And
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND
FAA CONTRACT NO: 69435Z-25-L-00087
ATID/FACILITY TYPE: HGR - MOA
LOCATION: HAGERSTOWN, MD
1. Preamble (09/2021) 6.1.1 This Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for real property is hereby
entered into by and between Board of County Commissioners of Washington County Maryland,
hereinafter referred to as the Airport and the United States of America, acting by and through the
Federal Aviation Administration, hereinafter referred to as the FAA.
2. Definitions (09/2021) 6.1.1-1 For purposes of this document, the following definitions apply;
Contract- refers to this legal instrument used to acquire an interest in real property for the direct
benefit or use by the FAA. As used herein, contract denotes the document (for example- lease,
easement, memorandum of agreement, or other legally binding agreement) used to implement an
agreement between a customer (buyer) and a seller (supplier).
Contractor- refers to the party(ies) receiving a direct procurement contract from the FAA and who
is(are) responsible for performance of contract requirements. For purposes of this document, the
contractor may also be called the Lessor, Permittor, Licensor, Grantor, Airport, or Offeror depending
on the type of contract or the provision within the contract.
Government- refers to the United States of America acting by and through the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA). For purposes of this document, Government and FAA are interchangeable.
Real Estate Contracting Officer (RECO) - is a trained and warranted official who contracts for real
property on behalf of the FAA. For purposes of this agreement, RECO is interchangeable with
Contracting Officer (CO).
3. Succeeding Contract (09/2021) 6.1.2 This contract succeeds DTFAEA-06-L-00066 and all other
previous agreements between the parties for the property described in this document.
4. Witnesseth (MOA) (09/2021) 6.1.3-1 Whereas, the parties listed above have entered into an Airport
Improvement Grant Agreement; and
Whereas, the parties listed above have entered into an agreement providing for the construction,
operation, and maintenance of FAA owned navigation, communication and weather aids for the
support of Air Traffic Operations; and
Whereas, both parties agree the establishment, operation, and maintenance of systems for air traffic
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control, navigation, communication, and weather reporting is in the primary interest of safety and
direct support of the ongoing operation of the Hagerstown Regional Airport; and
Whereas, the parties consider it desirable to work in cooperation with each other in the technical
installation and operation of air navigational aids.
Now, therefore, the parties mutually agree as follows:
5. Purpose (09/2021) 6.1.5 It is understood and agreed that the use of the herein described premises
shall be related to FAA’s activities in support of the National Airspace System (NAS).
6. Legal Authority (09/2021) 6.2.1 This contract is entered into under the authority of 49 U.S.C.
106(l)(6) and (n), which authorizes the Administrator of the FAA to enter into contracts, acquisitions
of interests in real property, agreements, and other transactions on such terms and conditions as the
Administrator determines necessary.
7. Term (No Cost) (07/2022) 6.2.3-1 To have and to hold, for the term commencing on October 1,
2025 and continuing through September 30, 2045.
8. Consideration (No Cost) (09/2021) 6.2.4-4 The Government shall pay the contractor no monetary
consideration. It is mutually agreed that the rights extended to the Government herein are in
consideration of the obligations assumed by the Government in its establishment, operation and
maintenance of facilities upon the premises.
9. Termination (01/2023) 6.2.5 The Government may terminate this contract at any time, in whole or
in part, if the Real Estate Contracting Officer (RECO) determines that a termination is in the best
interest of the Government. The RECO shall terminate this contract by delivering a written notice
specifying the effective date of the termination. The termination notice shall be delivered at least 30
days before the effective termination date. No costs shall accrue as of the effective date of
termination.
10. Binding Effect (09/2021) 6.2.6 The provisions of this contract and the conditions herein shall be
binding upon, and for the benefit of, the parties and their successors and assigns. In the event of any
sale or transfer of ownership of the property or any portion thereof, the Government will be deemed
to have attorned to any purchaser, successor, assign, or transferee. The succeeding owner will be
deemed to have assumed all rights and obligations of the contractor under this contract establishing
direct privity of estate and contract between the Government and said succeeding owner, with the
same force, effect, and relative priority in time and right as if the contract had initially been entered
into between such succeeding owner and the Government.
11. FAA Facilities for MOA (09/2021) 6.2.7 The Airport will allow the FAA to construct, operate, and
maintain FAA owned navigation, communication and weather aid facilities in areas on the Airport
that have been mutually determined and agreed upon. The FAA facilities covered by this agreement
are identified on the most current approved Airport Layout Plan (ALP) and/or other pertinent
drawings that are made part of this Agreement by reference and shown on the attached FAA “List of
Facilities.”
A. Together with a right-of-way for ingress to and egress from the premises; a right-of-way for
establishing and maintaining pole lines or underground lines for extending electrical power and/or
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telecommunications lines to the premises; including a right-of-way for subsurface power,
communication and/or water lines to the premises; all rights-of-way to be over the area referred to as
Hagerstown Regional Airport, to be routed reasonably determined to be the most convenient to the
FAA and as not to interfere with Airport operations. The Airport shall have the right to review and
comment on plans covering access and utility rights-of-way under this paragraph.
B. This contract includes the right to grading, conditioning, and installing drainage facilities, seeding
the soil of the premises, and removing all obstructions from the premises that may constitute a
hindrance to the establishment and maintenance of navigational aid systems. The Airport shall have
the right to review and comment on plans covering work permitted under this paragraph.
C. The Government shall have the rights to make alterations, attach fixtures, and erect additions,
structures or signs, in direct support of the Airport. The Airport shall have the right to review and
comment on plans covering work permitted under this paragraph.
D. The Government shall also have the right to park, without cost, all official and privately owned
vehicles used for the maintenance and operation of the air navigational facilities. Parking shall be
provided adjacent to the navigational aid facility or as near as possible without interfering with the
operation of the Airport.
12. RE Clauses Incorporated by Reference (09/2021) 6.3.0 This solicitation or contract, as applicable,
incorporates by reference the provisions or clauses listed below with the same force and effect as if
they were given in full text. Upon request, the RECO will make the full text available, or the full text
may be obtained via internet at https://fast.faa.gov/RPF_Real_Property_Clauses.cfm.
A. Officials Not To Benefit (09/2021) 6.3.0-2
B. Contracting Officer's Representative (09/2021) 6.3.0-4
C. Contingent Fees (09/2021) 6.3.0-5
D. Anti-Kickback Procedures (09/2021) 6.3.0-6
13. Title to Improvements (09/2021) 6.3.5 Title to the improvements constructed for use by the
Government during the life of this Agreement shall be in the name of the Government.
14. Funding Responsibility for FAA Facilities (09/2021) 6.3.6 The Contractor agrees that all
Contractor requested relocation(s), replacement(s), or modification(s) of any existing or future FAA
navigational aid or communication system(s) necessitated by Contractor improvements or changes
will be at the expense of the Contractor. In the event that the Contractor requested changes or
improvements interferes with the technical and/or operational characteristics of the FAA's facility,
the Contractor will immediately correct the interference issues at the Contractor’s expense. Any
FAA requested relocation, replacement, or modifications shall be at the FAA's expense. In the event
such relocations, replacements, or modifications are necessary due to causes not attributable to either
the Contractor or the FAA, funding responsibility shall be determined by mutual agreement between
the parties, and memorialized in a Supplemental Agreement.
15. Changes, Modifications (01/2022) 6.3.8-1 The RECO may at any time, by written order via
Supplemental Agreement, make changes to this contract. The modification shall cite the subject
contract, and shall state the exact nature of the modification. No oral statement by any person shall
be interpreted as modifying or otherwise affecting the terms of this contract.
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16. No Waiver (09/2021) 6.3.17 No failure by the Government to insist upon strict performance of any
provision of this Contract or failure to exercise any right, or remedy consequent to a breach thereof,
will constitute a waiver of any such breach in the future.
17. Non-Restoration (09/2021) 6.3.18 It is hereby agreed between the parties that, upon termination of
its occupancy, including any holdover period, the Government shall have no obligation to restore
and/or rehabilitate, either wholly or partially, the property that is the subject of this contract. It is
further agreed that the Government may abandon in place any or all of the structures and equipment
installed in or located upon said property by the Government during its tenure. Such abandoned
equipment shall become the property of the contractor.
18. Quiet Enjoyment (09/2021) 6.3.25 The Contractor warrants that they have good and valid title to
the premises, and rights of ingress and egress, and warrants and covenants to defend the
Government’s use and enjoyment of said premises against third party claims.
19. Damage by Fire or Other Casualty or Environmental Hazards (09/2021) 6.3.26-1 If the
premises is partially or totally destroyed or damaged by fire or other casualty or if environmentally
hazardous conditions are found to exist so that the premises is untenantable as determined by the
Government, the Government may agree to allow restoration/reconstruction, or may elect to
terminate the contract, in whole or in part, immediately by giving written notice to the contractor.
20. Interference with FAA Operations (09/2021) 6.3.28-2 The Airport agrees not to erect or allow to
be erected any structure or obstruction of any kind or to allow any natural growth that the
Government determines would interfere with the proper operations of Government facilities.
The Airport agrees to keep areas around the Government’s navigational aids mowed at all times to a
height so that weeds and vegetation will not be an obstruction to such operation or maintenance of
these facilities.
21. Hold Harmless (01/2024) 6.3.30 In accordance with and subject to the conditions, limitations and
exceptions set forth in the Federal Tort Claims Act, 28 U.S.C. Ch. 171, the Government will be
liable to persons damaged by any personal injury, death or injury to or loss of property, which is
caused by a negligent or wrongful act or omission of an employee of the Government while acting
within the scope of his office or employment under circumstances where a private person would be
liable in accordance with the law of the place where the act or omission occurred. The foregoing
shall not be deemed to extend the Government's liability beyond that existing under the Act at the
time of such act or omission or to preclude the Government from using any defense available in law
or equity.
22. Compliance with Applicable Laws (01/2023) 6.3.31-1 This Contract shall be governed by federal
law. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Government
will comply with all federal, state, and local laws applicable to and enforceable against it, provided
that nothing in this lease shall be construed as a waiver of the sovereign immunity of the
Government.
23. Notification of Change in Ownership or Control of Land (10/2022) 6.3.34 If the Contractor sells,
dies or becomes incapacitated, or otherwise conveys to another party or parties any interest in the
aforesaid land, rights of way thereto, and any areas affecting the premises, the Government shall be
notified in writing, of any such transfer or conveyance within 30 calendar days after completion of
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the change in property rights. Concurrent with the written notification, the Contractor or
Contractor’s heirs, representatives, assignees, or trustees shall provide the Government copies of the
associated legal document(s) (acceptable to local authorities) for transferring and/or conveying the
property rights.
24. Integrated Agreement (09/2021) 6.3.36 This Contract, upon execution, contains the entire
agreement of the parties, and no prior written or oral agreement, express or implied shall be
admissible to contradict the provisions of this Contract.
25. Unauthorized Negotiating (09/2021) 6.3.37 In no event shall the Contractor enter into
negotiations concerning the premises with anyone other than the RECO or his/her designee.
26. Disputes (01/2022) 6.3.39-1 Where possible, disputes will be resolved by informal discussion
between the parties. In the event the parties are unable to resolve any disagreement through good
faith negotiations, the dispute will be resolved upon joint agreement of management representatives
from both parties. The decision is final unless it is timely appealed to the FAA Administrator,
whose decision is not subject to further administrative review and, to the extent permitted by law, is
final and binding.
27. Hazardous Substance Contamination (09/2021) 6.8.1 The FAA agrees to remediate, at its sole
cost, all hazardous substance contamination on the FAA facility premises that is found to have
occurred as a direct result of the installation, operation, relocation and/or maintenance of the FAA’s
facilities covered by this contract. The Contractor agrees to remediate at its sole cost, all other
hazardous substance contamination found on the FAA facility premises. The Contractor also agrees
to hold the FAA harmless for all costs, liabilities and/or claims by third parties that arise out of
hazardous contamination found on the FAA facility premises that are not directly attributable to the
installation, operation and/or maintenance of the facilities.
28. Cooperation with Defensive Counterintelligence Program Requirements (DCIP) (09/2021)
6.9.6
a. The FAA’s Defensive Counterintelligence Program (DCIP) (AXI-310) detects, deters, and denies
illicit human and technical intelligence collection activities as well as addressing other national
security concerns. Such activities and concerns include, but are not limited to, activities conducted
by, on behalf of, or otherwise supporting, foreign governments or elements thereof; entities or
individuals that meet the definition of “foreign power” or “agent of a foreign power” in 50 U.S.C. §
1801; foreign organizations; foreign persons; international terrorist organizations or activities; or
agents of any of the foregoing; or any other individuals or entities acting on behalf of, or otherwise
in support of, any of the foregoing, against the FAA, its employees, facilities, equipment, systems,
networks, operations, and information.
b. Consistent with FAA Order 1600.84 FAA Defensive Counterintelligence Program, the contractor
is required to cooperate to the fullest extent possible in the following requirements:
1) Any authorized DCIP inquiry or Counterintelligence (CI) investigation connected with this
contract requested by the FAA Office of Security and Hazardous Materials Safety (ASH) to include
granting authorized ASH or outside investigative department or agency personnel access to contract
information, records or contractor personnel;
2) All applicable FAA security requirements as required under the contract consistent with FAA
policy and applicable Federal law;
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3) When requested by the DCIP, and necessary to protect Controlled National Security Information
(CNSI), Sensitive Unclassified Information (SUI), or otherwise protected information, contractor
employees must sign a Defensive Counterintelligence Program Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
prior to being briefed on any information pertaining to a DCIP inquiry, CI investigation by another
Department or Agency, or any other matter related to the DCIP. The NDA is located in Appendix C
of the Order and in AMS Procurement Forms. Contractor employees are exempt from
acknowledging any language in the NDA associated with unauthorized disclosure of received
information that subjects FAA employees to personnel actions specified in the Human Resources
Policy Manual (HRPM) Volume 4: Employee Relations ER-4.1 (4) and applicable collective
bargaining agreements.
4) Contractors must first coordinate with the DCIP at ASH-CI-Notify@faa.gov before contacting
any law enforcement or investigative agencies on any known or suspected counterintelligence or
other national security concern described in Paragraph 1 of FAA Order 1600.84.
5) Contractors must notify the DCIP as soon as possible if any law enforcement or investigative
agency contacts them directly on any matter covered by FAA Order 1600.84. If an employee
receives a direct request from an outside law enforcement or investigative agency for evidence
related to a counterintelligence or other national security concern as described in Paragraph 1 of
FAA Order 1600.84, the employee will refer the law enforcement or investigative agency to AXI-
310.
6) Contractors must immediately notify the DCIP at ASH-CI-Notify@faa.gov, and the CO or their
designee if their employees observe any of the following-
a) Suspected or known acts of foreign intelligence collection activity against the FAA or its
employees, systems, networks, operations, facilities, equipment, or information;
b) Suspected or known espionage (See Appendix A of FAA Order 1600.84 for definition);
c) Suspected or known unauthorized disclosure of CNSI, SUI, or otherwise protected information in
the possession of the FAA by a FAA employee to a foreign government or element thereof, a foreign
organization, an entity or individual that meets the definition of “foreign power” or “agent of a
foreign power” in 50 U.S.C. § 1801, a foreign person, an international terrorist organization or
activity, an agent of any of the foregoing, or any other individual or entity acting on behalf of or
otherwise supporting any of the foregoing; or
d) Suspected or known theft, unauthorized disclosure, or unauthorized amassing of CNSI, SUI, or
otherwise protected information in the possession of the FAA known or suspected to be for the
purpose of conveying it to a foreign government or element thereof, an entity or individual that
meets the definition of “foreign power” or “agent of a foreign power” in 50 U.S.C. § 1801, a foreign
organization, a foreign person, an international terrorist organization or activity, an agent of any of
the foregoing, any other individual or entity acting on behalf of or otherwise supporting any of the
foregoing, or an unknown recipient, or statements of intent by an FAA employee to engage in any
such actions. SUI or otherwise protected unclassified information whose theft, unauthorized
disclosure, or unauthorized amassing, for the purposes described in the preceding sentence, is of
concern includes, but is not limited to:
i. Non-public information from an official FAA data network or information;
ii. Imagery;
iii. Technical specifications;
iv. Trade secrets;
v. Proprietary information;
vi. Sensitive Security Information (SSI); and
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vii. Any other SUI
e) Activities similar to those described in paragraphs b(6)(a)-(d) by, on behalf of, or otherwise
supporting, potential lone wolf actors, malicious insiders, or transnational organizations of a national
security concern.
If notification of the CO or their designee is not feasible owing to the CO and/or their designee being
one of the suspicious actor(s), the contractor must notify the DCIP directly at the above email
address if they observe any of the above activities.
7) Elicitation attempts. Elicitation is the strategic use of conversation to extract information from
people without giving them the feeling they are being interrogated. It is a technique used to
discreetly gather information. It is a conversation with a specific purpose: collect information that is
not readily available and do so without raising suspicion that specific facts are being sought. The
conversation can be in person, over the phone, or in writing.
Contractors must immediately notify the DCIP at ASH-CI-Notify@faa.gov, and the CO and/or their
designee if their employees experience any known or suspected direct (e.g., personal encounter or
telephone) or indirect (e.g., electronic or written communication) elicitation or attempted elicitation
of CNSI, SUI, or otherwise protected information in the possession of the FAA by any suspicious
entity or person, regardless of ethnicity, nationality, or FAA employment status, as soon as possible,
but no later than 12 hours after the time of the incident, initial detection, or receipt of report, as
applicable, or the next business day if the incident, initial detection, or receipt of report, as
applicable, occurs on a weekend or holiday. Contractors must report these incidents regardless of
where, when, or how the contact took place, or whether the employee was on or off duty. Suspicious
activities include, but are not limited to:
a) Direct or indirect contact or communication with a known or suspected foreign or foreign-
affiliated person, or an unknown or unfamiliar person, seeking access to or disclosure of any CNSI,
SUI, or otherwise protected information in the possession of the FAA for which such person does
not meet the applicable access requirements, or that is outside the scope of their official duties;
b) Direct or indirect contact or communication with a known or suspected foreign or foreign-
affiliated person, or an unknown or unfamiliar person, seeking specific information about an FAA
employee’s official duty responsibilities, work projects, access to information, security clearance,
travel plans, coworkers’ identities, or Information Technology (IT) system credentials for which
such person does not meet the applicable access requirements, or that is outside the scope of their
official duties;
c) Direct or indirect contact, communication, or observance of a known or suspected foreign or
foreign-affiliated person, or an unknown or unfamiliar person, seeking unauthorized access to FAA
employees, equipment, operations, systems, information, facilities, or networks, including through a
Personal Electronic Device (PED);
d) Direct or indirect contact, communication, or observance of a known or suspected foreign or
foreign-affiliated person, or an unknown or unfamiliar person, introducing, or seeking to introduce,
unauthorized digital media or software into any FAA equipment, facilities, systems, or networks,
including through a PED;
e) Offers of compensation, gifts, or favors in exchange for FAA information or access to such
information, regardless of medium; or access to FAA employees, equipment, operations, facilities,
systems, or networks;
f) Threats, attempts to coerce, or attempts to exploit any FAA employee by a known or suspected
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foreign or foreign-affiliated person, or by an unknown or unfamiliar person, in order to illicitly
acquire FAA information or access to FAA employees, equipment, operations, facilities, systems,
information, or networks;
g) Solicitation by any person of FAA information for which they do not meet the applicable access
requirements or that is outside the scope of their official duties;
h) A request by any person for access to FAA employees, facilities, equipment, operations, systems,
information, or networks for which they do not meet the applicable access requirements or that is
outside the scope of their official duties; and
i) Suspicious or unexplained contact by any person with an FAA employee, where the person has
suspicious or unexplained knowledge of the employee.
Unless requested by ASH, contractors must not disclose an elicitation attempt of the nature
described above, in any other manner than to report the attempt to the CO or their designee and
request that they report it to the DCIP. If that is not feasible, or if the CO or their designee are the
suspicious actor(s), contractors may make these reports directly to the DCIP at the above email
address. Contractors must not take any actions on their own initiative, as doing so may interfere with
a DCIP inquiry or CI investigation.
c. Failure to cooperate with any of the activities under section (b) above may be considered by the
FAA to be a material breach of the contract.
d. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that the provisions of this clause flow down to its
subsidiaries, subcontractors, and consultants performing this contract.
29. Notices (09/2021) 6.10.1 All notices/correspondence must be in writing, reference the Contract
number, and be addressed as follows:
TO THE CONTRACTOR:
Board of County Commissioners
of Washington County, Maryland
c/o Office of the Airport Director
18434 Showalter Road
Hagerstown, MD 21742
TO THE GOVERNMENT:
Federal Aviation Administration
Real Estate & Utilities Group, AAQ-910
1701 Columbia Avenue
College Park, GA 30337
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30. Signature Block (09/2021) 6.10.3 This Contract shall become binding when it is fully executed by
both parties. In witness whereof, the parties hereto have subscribed their names as of the date shown
below.
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
By: _______
Print Name: John F. Barr
Title: President
Date: ____________________
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
By:
Print Name: Shirley A. Williams
Title: Real Estate Contracting Officer
Date:
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ATTACHMENTS/EXHIBITS:
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APRIL 3, 2025
LIST OF FACILITIES
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
69435Z-25-L-00087
HAGERSTOWN REGIONAL AIRPORT
R/W (ATID)
Number
Number
1 PAPI HGR/09 Facility Site
2 PAPI HGR/27 Facility Site
3 MALSR HGR/27
Facility site, equipment shelter,
restricted critical area, access
shelter, restricted critical
LOC collocated
shelter, restricted critical area,
ORDINANCE NO. ORD-2025-___
AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY
(Kretsinger Road Improvements – Graybill Property)
RECITALS
1. The Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland (the
“County”) believes that it is in the best interest of the citizens of Washington County to acquire
certain real property identified on the attached Exhibit A (the “Property”) to be used for public
purposes.
2. The County approved the acquisition of the Property on May 20, 2025.
3. A public hearing was not required by Section 1-301(b)(2), of the Code of the Public
Local Laws of Washington County, Maryland, as the funds utilized to purchase the Property are
not to be expended from the General Fund of the County.
4. The acquisition of the Property is necessary for improvements to Kretsinger Road
in Washington County, Maryland.
THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of Washington
County, Maryland that the acquisition of the Property be approved and that the President of the
Board and the County Clerk be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute and attest,
respectively, all such documents for and on behalf of the County relating to the acquisition of the
Property.
ADOPTED this ____ day of ______________, 2025.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND
__________________________ BY:
Dawn L. Marcus, Clerk John F. Barr, President
Approved as to legal sufficiency:
Mail to:
__________________________ Office of the County Attorney
Zachary J. Kieffer 100 W. Washington Street, Suite 1101
County Attorney Hagerstown, MD 21740
EXHIBIT A--DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
Election District No. 14
All that strip of land, together with the appurtenances thereto belonging, or in anywise
appertaining, lying between the lines designated “Right-of-Way Line & Existing Right-of-Way
Line” and the outermost lines designated “Right-of-Way Line”, as shown and/or indicated on the
hereinafter mentioned plat, all of which plat is made a part hereof, so far as their property and/or
rights may be affected by the proposed highway and drainage improvements and the
appurtenances thereto belonging, or anywise appertaining, situate along the southern side of
Kretsinger Road, in Election District No. 14 of Washington County, Maryland, more particularly
described as follows:
BEGINNING for the outline hereof at a point in the southern margin of the existing 25-
foot Right-of-Way for Kretsinger Road, said point being North 24 degrees 19 minutes 24 seconds
East 0.61 feet from a pinched pipe found being the northwest corner of the lands of Johnny K.
Graybill and Linda Graybill recorded among the Land Records of Washington County,
Maryland, in Liber 474 at folio 422 and depicted on a plat entitled “Preliminary/Final Plat of
Subdivision for Christian and Edna Martin Lot 2 & 3”, said point being 12.50 feet right of and
perpendicular to Center Line of Right-of-Way Station 11+84.41 as graphically depicted on a plat
prepared by the Division of Engineering for Washington County, Maryland, titled
“KRETSINGER ROAD ADDITIONAL RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR CULVERT 14/01”, dated July 20,
2023, and intended to be recorded among the Land Records of Washington County, Maryland, in
the Washington County Lands and Right-of-Way Plat Book as Right-of-Way Plat No. 100-10-604;
thence running with the existing Right-of-Way line bearings to agree with a recent survey
performed by Division of Engineering for Washington County, Maryland:
1. South 72 degrees 09 minutes 26 seconds East 65.84 feet to a point in the
southern margin of the existing Right-of-Way for Kretsinger Road, said point
being 12.50 feet left and perpendicular to station 12+50.20 as graphically
depicted on said plat running with a portion thereof
2. South 18 degrees 02 minutes 55 seconds West 12.50 feet to a point; thence
3. North 72 degrees 09 minutes 26 seconds West 67.23 feet to a point in the
western line of the lands of Johnny K. Graybill and Linda Graybill (Liber 474,
folio 422), thence with the western line of the lands of Johnny K. Graybill and
Linda Graybill
4. North 24 degrees 19 minutes 24 seconds East 12.58 feet to the place of
beginning containing 832 square feet, or 0.01910 acres, more or less
TOGETHER with the right to use the area designated as Temporary Easement “A” to be
Used Only during the Period of Construction, encompassing 5,280 square feet or 0.12121 acre of
land, more or less, the outlines of which are graphically depicted on the said Right-of-Way Plat
No. 100-10-604. The purpose of the Temporary Easements shall be to provide working space for
grading and access upon the Grantors property during the performance of the impending
Washington County Department of Public Works Contract No. 515000-30-11620-BRG091-
MGMT-000000 Kretsinger RoadCulvert N. 14/01. The Temporary Easement shall revert to the
Grantors by operation of law upon the completion and acceptance of the project by the County.
Subject to all easements, rights of way, covenants, conditions, and restrictions of record
applicable thereto.
ORDINANCE NO. ORD-2025-___
AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY
(Kretsinger Road Improvements – Horchner Property)
RECITALS
1. The Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland (the
“County”) believes that it is in the best interest of the citizens of Washington County to acquire
certain real property identified on the attached Exhibit A (the “Property”) to be used for public
purposes.
2. The County approved the acquisition of the Property on May 20, 2025.
3. A public hearing was not required by Section 1-301(b)(2), of the Code of the Public
Local Laws of Washington County, Maryland, as the funds utilized to purchase the Property are
not to be expended from the General Fund of the County.
4. The acquisition of the Property is necessary for improvements to Kretsinger Road
in Washington County, Maryland.
THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of Washington
County, Maryland that the acquisition of the Property be approved and that the President of the
Board and the County Clerk be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute and attest,
respectively, all such documents for and on behalf of the County relating to the acquisition of the
Property.
ADOPTED this ____ day of ______________, 2025.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND
__________________________ BY:
Dawn L. Marcus, Clerk John F. Barr, President
Approved as to legal sufficiency:
Mail to:
__________________________ Office of the County Attorney
Zachary J. Kieffer 100 W. Washington Street, Suite 1101
County Attorney Hagerstown, MD 21740
EXHIBIT A--DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
Election District No. 14
All that strip of land, together with the appurtenances thereto belonging, or in anywise
appertaining, lying between the lines designated “Right-of-Way Line & Existing Right-of-Way
Line” and the outermost lines designated “Right-of-Way Line’, as shown and/or indicated on the
hereinafter mentioned plat, all of which plat is made a part hereof, so far as their property and/or
rights may be affected by the proposed highway and drainage improvements and the
appurtenances thereto belonging, or anywise appertaining, situate along the northern side of
Kretsinger Road, in Election District No. 14 of Washington County, Maryland, more particularly
described as follows:
BEGINNING for the outline hereof at a point in the northern margin of the existing 25-
foot Right-of-Way for Kretsinger Road, said point being South 70 degrees 33 minutes 31 seconds
East 437.85 feet from a rebar and cap found at the northern end of the South 32 degrees 44 minutes
55 seconds West 25.99 foot-line of the lands of Richard Sneckenberger, Jr. and Kimberly
Sneckenberger as recorded among the Land Records of Washington County, Maryland, in Liber
1726 at folio 786 and depicted on a plat entitled “Preliminary/Final Plat of Subdivision for
Christian and Edna Martin Lot 2 & 3”, said point being 12.50 feet left of and perpendicular to
Center Line of Right-of-Way Station 11+84.41 as graphically depicted on a plat prepared by the
Division of Engineering for Washington County, Maryland, titled “KRETSINGER ROAD
ADDITIONAL RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR CULVERT 14/01”, dated July 20, 2023, and intended to be
recorded among the Land Records of Washington County, Maryland, in the Washington County
Lands and Right-of-Way Plat Book as Right-of-Way Plat No. 100-10-604; thence running by three
(3) new lines of division over and across the lands of the Grantor a bearing to agree with a recent
survey performed by Division of Engineering for Washington County, Maryland:
1. North 17 degrees 50 minutes 34 seconds East 12.50 feet to a point; thence
2. South 72 degrees 09 minutes 26 seconds East 65.79 feet to a point; thence
3. South 17 degrees 50 minutes 34 seconds West 12.50 feet to a point in the
northern margin of the existing Right-of-Way for Kretsinger Road, said point
being 12.50 feet left and perpendicular to station 12+50.20 as graphically
depicted on said plat; running with a portion thereof
4. North 72 degrees 09 minutes 26 seconds West 65.79 feet to the place of
beginning containing 822 square feet, or 0.01888 acre, more or less
TOGETHER with the right to use the area designated as Temporary Easement “A” to be
Used Only during the Period of Construction, encompassing 1,822 square feet or 0.04183 acre of
land, more or less, the outlines of which are graphically depicted on the said Right-of-Way Plat
No. 100-10-604. The purpose of the Temporary Easements shall be to provide working space for
grading and access upon the Grantors property during the performance of the impending
Washington County Department of Public Works Contract No. 515000-30-11620-BRG091-
MGMT-000000 Kretsinger RoadCulvert N. 14/01. The Temporary Easement shall revert to the
Grantors by operation of law upon the completion and acceptance of the project by the County.
Subject to all easements, rights of way, covenants, conditions, and restrictions of record
applicable thereto.
ORDINANCE NO. ORD-2025-___
AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY
(Wright/Hopewell Road Improvements – 10702 Hopewell Road)
RECITALS
1. The Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland (the
“County”) believes that it is in the best interest of the citizens of Washington County to acquire
certain real property identified on the attached Exhibit A (the “Property”) to be used for public
purposes.
2. The County approved the acquisition of the Property on May 20, 2025.
3. A public hearing was not required by Section 1-301(b)(2), of the Code of the Public
Local Laws of Washington County, Maryland, as the funds utilized to purchase the Property are
not to be expended from the General Fund of the County.
4. The acquisition of the Property is necessary for improvements to Wright and
Hopewell Road(s) in Washington County, Maryland.
THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of Washington
County, Maryland that the acquisition of the Property be approved and that the President of the
Board and the County Clerk be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute and attest,
respectively, all such documents for and on behalf of the County relating to the acquisition of the
Property.
ADOPTED this ____ day of ______________, 2025.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND
__________________________ BY:
Dawn L. Marcus, Clerk John F. Barr, President
Approved as to legal sufficiency:
Mail to:
__________________________ Office of the County Attorney
Zachary J. Kieffer 100 W. Washington Street, Suite 1101
County Attorney Hagerstown, MD 21740
EXHIBIT A--DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
Election District No. 02
Situate along the south side of Wright Road in District 02 in Washington County,
Maryland,
Beginning at a point being the intersection of the northern boundary of the lands of
Donald M. Bowman as described in a deed recorded among the Land Records of Washington
County, Maryland, in Liber 703 at folio 794 and the southern margin of the existing Right of Way
line observed to be fifteen (15) feet offset from the observed centerline, said point also being
fifteen (15) feet left of and perpendicular to the Existing centerline of Wright Road’s station
15+45.29 thence with the existing Right of Way line for the following eight (8) courses, the first
being a curve to the left having a radius of 172.90 feet, a length of 86.24 feet, a delta of 28 degrees
34 minutes 50 seconds and a bearing and distance of
1. South 81 degrees 23 minutes 12 seconds East 85.35 feet, thence by a compound
curve to the left having a radius of 1003.79 feet, a length of 67.32 feet, a delta of
3 degrees 50 minutes 33 seconds and a bearing and distance of
2. North 82 degrees 24 minutes 06 seconds East 67.30 feet, thence by a reverse
curve to the right having a radius of 1036.33 feet, a length of 70.14 feet, a delta
of 3 degrees 52 minutes 41 seconds and a bearing and distance of
3. North 82 degrees 25 minutes 11 seconds East thence by a reverse curve to the
left having a radius of 2259.00 feet, a length of 87.23 feet, a delta of 2 degrees
12 minutes 45 seconds and a bearing and distance of
4. North 83 degrees 15 minutes 09 seconds East 87.22 feet, thence by a reverse
curve to the right having a radius of 1382.58 feet, a length of 46.49 feet, a delta
of 1 degree 55 minutes 36 seconds and a bearing and distance of
5. North 83 degrees 06 minutes 34 seconds East 46.49 feet, thence by a reverse
curve to the left having a radius of 138200 feet, a length of 78.29 feet, a delta of
3 degrees 14 minutes 45 seconds and a bearing and distance of
6. North 82 degrees 27 minutes 00 seconds East 78.28 feet, thence by a reverse
curve to the right having a radius of 2933.04 feet, a length of 50.72 feet, a delta
of 0 degrees 59 minutes 27 seconds and a bearing and distance of
7. North 81 degrees 04 minutes 29 seconds East 50.72 feet, thence by a compound
curve to the right having a radius of 40.00 feet, a length of 37.12 feet, a delta of
53 degrees 10 minutes 19 seconds and a bearing and distance of
8. South 68 degrees 41 minutes 22 seconds East 35.80 feet to a point in the western
margin of Hopewell Road hereby observed as being offset the existing
centerline twenty-five (25) feet in accordance with right of way “Dedicated for
possible future widening” depicted on a plat entitled “Plat of Land and
Improvements to be Conveyed by C. William Hetzer, Inc” and recorded
among the said Land Records in Plat Folio 1165, thence with the existing
dedication line and western margin of Hopewell Road for the following three
(3) courses, the first being a non-tangent curve to the left having a radius of
239.74 feet, a length of 9.92 feet, a delta of 2 ֯ 22’ 13” and a bearing and distance
of
9. South 10 degrees 01 minutes 19 seconds West 9.92 feet, thence
10. South 08 degrees 50 minutes 12 seconds West 32.55 feet, thence by a tangent
curve to the left having a radius of 1372.85 feet, a length of 58.37 feet, a delta of
2 degrees 26 minutes 10 seconds and a bearing and distance of
11. South 07 degrees 36 minutes 44 seconds West 58.37 feet, thence by a tangent
curve to the right having a radius of 2346.44 feet, a length of 104.27 feet, a delta
of 2 degrees 32 minutes 46 seconds and a bearing and distance of
12. South 07 degrees 38 minutes 13 seconds West 104.26 feet, thence departing the
western margin of Hopewell Road and over and across the lands of the
grantor, (Donald M. Bowman, Liber 703, folio 794) by ten (10) new lines of
Right of Way hereby established, the first being
13. North 81 degrees 05 minutes 37 seconds West 2.00 feet, thence
14. North 02 degrees 03 minutes 38 seconds West 74.29 feet, thence
15. North 81 degrees 51 minutes 59 seconds West 17.62 feet, thence by a tangent
curve to the right having a radius of 225.00 feet, a length of 103.76 feet, a delta
of 26 degrees 25 minutes 17 seconds and a bearing and distance of
16. North 68 degrees 39 minutes 21 seconds West 102.84 feet, thence
17. North 55 degrees 26 minutes 42 seconds West 46.96 feet, thence by a tangent
curve to the left having a radius of 175.00 feet, a length of 125.46 feet, a delta of
41 degrees 04 minutes 29 seconds and a bearing and distance of
18. North 75 degrees 58 minutes 57 seconds West 122.79 feet, thence
19. South 83 degrees 28 minutes 48 seconds West 22.61 feet, thence by a tangent
curve to the left having a radius of 175.00 feet, a length of 4.32 feet, a delta of 1
degrees 24 minutes 51 seconds and a bearing and distance of
20. South 82 degrees 46 minutes 23 seconds West 4.32 feet, thence
21. South 82 degrees 03 minutes 57 seconds West 98.77 feet, thence by a tangent
curve to the right having a radius of 182.90 feet, a length of 107.43, a delta of
33 degrees 39 minutes 18 seconds and a bearing and distance of
22. North 79 degrees 00 minutes 32 seconds West 105.89 feet toa point in the
southern boundary of the lands of James Palmer and Debra Palmer (Liber 2120,
folio 517), whence with the southern boundary of the lands of James Palmer
and Debra Palmer (Liber 2120, folio 517)
23. North 82 degrees 08 minutes 16 seconds West 18.23 feet to the point of
beginning containing 25,155 square feet or 0.57748 acres of land, more or less.
Being part of the lands conveyed from C. William Hetzer, Inc. to Donald M. Bowman
and Jone L. Bowman by deed dated July 25, 1980, and recorded among the land records of
Washington County, Maryland in Liber 703 at folio 794.
TOGETHER with the right to use the area designated TEMPORARY EASEMENT to be
Used Only during the Period of Construction, encompassing 6,116 square feet or 0.14040 acres
of land, more or less; the outline(s) of which are graphically depicted on the said Right-of-Way
Plat Nos. 100-10-621 and 100-10-622.The purpose of the Temporary Easements shall be to provide
working space for grading and access upon GRANTORS’ property during the performance of the
impending Washington County Division of Engineering Contract No. 515000-30-11620-DNG040-
MGMT-000000 Hopewell Road Culvert 02/02. The Temporary Easement shall revert to the
GRANTORS’ by operation of law upon the completion and acceptance of the Project by the
County.
ALSO, TOGETHER, for zero consideration, the acceptance of a strip of land situate west of
Hopewell Road [for] “an additional Right of Way 25 feet in width measured from the center of
Hopewell Road where indicated is dedicated for the possible future widening of said road” on a
plat entitled “Plat of Lands and Improvements to be conveyed by C. William Hetzer, Inc.” and
recorded among the Land Records of Washington County, Maryland in Plat Folio 1165. Said area
is to contain 13,389 Square Feet or 0.30737 Acres of land, more or less, and graphically depicted
on a Right of Way Plat prepared by the Washington County, Division of Engineering, intended
to be recorded as Plat Numbers 100-10-620 and 100-10-621
SUBJECT to all easements, rights-of-way, covenants, conditions, and restrictions of record
applicable thereto.
ORDINANCE NO. ORD-2025-___
AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY
(Wright/Hopewell Road Improvements – Bowman Property)
RECITALS
1. The Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland (the
“County”) believes that it is in the best interest of the citizens of Washington County to acquire
certain real property identified on the attached Exhibit A (the “Property”) to be used for public
purposes.
2. The County approved the acquisition of the Property on May 20, 2025.
3. A public hearing was not required by Section 1-301(b)(2), of the Code of the Public
Local Laws of Washington County, Maryland, as the funds utilized to purchase the Property are
not to be expended from the General Fund of the County.
4. The acquisition of the Property is necessary for improvements to Wright and
Hopewell Road(s) in Washington County, Maryland.
THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of Washington
County, Maryland that the acquisition of the Property be approved and that the President of the
Board and the County Clerk be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute and attest,
respectively, all such documents for and on behalf of the County relating to the acquisition of the
Property.
ADOPTED this ____ day of ______________, 2025.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND
__________________________ BY:
Dawn L. Marcus, Clerk John F. Barr, President
Approved as to legal sufficiency:
Mail to:
__________________________ Office of the County Attorney
Zachary J. Kieffer 100 W. Washington Street, Suite 1101
County Attorney Hagerstown, MD 21740
EXHIBIT A--DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
Election District No. 02
Situate along the east side of Hopewell Road in District 02 in Washington County,
Maryland,
BEGINNING at a point being fifteen (15) feet right of and perpendicular to Existing
centerline of Hopewell Road’s station 17+79.15 thence with the existing Right of Way line for the
following two (2) courses, the first being a curve to the left having a radius of 2394.79 feet, a length
of 115.69 feet, a delta of 2 degrees 46 minutes 05 seconds and a bearing and distance of
1. North 07 degrees 45 minutes 32 seconds East 115.68 feet, thence by a reverse
curve to the right having a radius of 1323.50 feet, a length of 0.82 feet, a delta
of 0 degrees 02 minutes 08 seconds and a bearing and distance of
2. North 06 degrees 23 minutes 33 seconds East 0.82 feet, to a point in the
southern boundary of the lands of Richard A. Byrd and Peggy L. Byrd (Liber
478, folio 595), thence with the southern boundary of the lands of Richard A.
Byrd and Peggy L. Byrd (Liber 478, folio 595)
3. South 79 degrees 21 minutes 06 seconds East 3.84 feet, thence departing the
southern boundary of the lands of Richard A. Byrd and Peggy L. Byrd (Liber
478, folio 595( across the lands of the grantor by four (4) new lines of easement,
the first being a non-tangent curve to the left having a radius of 435.00 feet, a
length of 26.19 feet, a delta of 3 degrees 26 minutes 57 seconds and a bearing
and distance of
4. South 02 degrees 00 minutes 24 seconds West 26.18 feet, thence by a reverse
curve to the right having a radius of 475.00 feet, a length of 71.48 feet, a delta
of 8 degrees 37 minutes 17 seconds and a bearing and distance of
5. South 04 degrees 35 minutes 34 seconds West 71.41 feet, thence
6. South 08 degrees 54 minutes 13 seconds East 19.17 feet, thence
7. North 81 degrees 05 minutes 47 seconds West 10.00 feet, to the point of
beginning containing 934 square feet or 0.02144 acre of land more or less.
Being part of the lands conveyed from C. William Hetzer, Inc. to Donald M. Bowman and
Jone L. Bowman by deed dated April 14, 1983, and recorded among the land records of
Washington County, Maryland, in Liber 741 at folio 884.
TOGETHER with the right to use the area designated TEMPORARY EASEMENT to be
Used Only during the Period of Construction, encompassing 1,167 square feet or 0.02679 acre of
land, more or less; the outline(s) of which are graphically depicted on the said Right-of-Way Plat
No. 100-10-622. The purpose of the Temporary Easement shall be to provide working space for
grading and access upon GRANTORS’ property during the performance of the impending
Washington County Division of Engineering Contract No. 515000-30-11620-DNG040-MGMT-
000000 Hopewell Road Culvert 02/02.
The Temporary Easement shall revert to the GRANTORS by operation of law upon the
completion and acceptance of the Project by the County.
SUBJECT to all easements, rights-of-way, covenants, conditions, and restrictions of record
applicable thereto.
Open Session Item
SUBJECT: Sex Offender Compliance and Enforcement Maryland Grant – Approval to Accept
Awarded Funding
PRESENTATION DATE: May 20, 2025
PRESENTATION BY: Lt. Daniel Monn, Quartermaster/Grants Manager, Washington County
Sheriff’s Office and Carsten Ahrens, Sr. Grant Manager, Office of Grant Management
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the application for and the acceptance of
funding awarded under the FY26 Sex Offender Compliance and Enforcement Maryland Grant Program
from the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy in the amount of $32,608.
REPORT-IN-BRIEF: The Washington County Sheriff's Office Sex Offender Compliance and
Enforcement program works to ensure the safety of the citizens of Washington County by maintaining
registration and compliance monitoring of the registered sex offenders residing within Washington
County, MD. These funds provide $32,608 in funding that supports two part-time positions to
supplement the agency's full-time Sex Offender Registrar in the performance of these duties. Program
funds support personnel, equipment, and training.
DISCUSSION: The Washington County Sheriff’s Office maintains sole responsibility for registering,
monitoring, and enforcing violations of all sex offenders within Washington County. In 2023, the Sex
Offender Registrar for Washington County registered 47 new offenders, reregistered 1,445 offenders,
and conducted 1,052 compliance checks on the 274 sex offenders living in the county. Similarly, in
2024, 49 new and 1,591 current offenders were registered. Additionally, 1,311 compliance checks were
conducted on 285 registered offenders. To further illustrate the work of the office of the Sex offender
Registrar, re-registrations have more than tripled since the office initially came into compliance with
the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act in 2006.
The Office of Grant Management has reviewed the grant funding guidelines. Matching funds or in-kind
support is not required for this program. This grant is annually recurring and there are no unusual
conditions or requirements attached to the acceptance of the grant.
FISCAL IMPACT: Will provide the Washington County Sherriff’s Office with $32,608 for costs
associated with the Sex Offender Registration Program.
CONCURRENCES: Maria Karmer, Director office of Grant Management
ALTERNATIVES: Deny Application and acceptance of funds
ATTACHMENTS: N/A
AUDIO/VISUAL NEEDS: N/A
Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
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