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Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Open Session Minutes
September 15, 2026
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Invocation presented by Pastor Les McIntosh, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by the
full assemblage.
CALL TO ORDER
President John F. Barr called the regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of Washington
County, Maryland, to order at 10:00 a.m. with the following members present: Vice -President Jeffrey
A. Cline, Commissioner Randal A. Leatherman, Commissioner Neil C. Parrott and Commissioner
Randall E. Wagner.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Leatherman, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to approve the minutes of
August 11, 2026. The motion passed (4-0-1). Commissioner Parrott abstained.
COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Commissioner Wagner thanked the organizers of the 911 Remembrance in the Park. He thanked the
committee's, donors and all who were involved with the dedication of the George Washington statue
in honor of Washington County's 250th birthday. Commissioner Wagner attended the Paramedic Class
4 Graduation ceremony, and he thanked the instructors and staff. He attended the Washington County
Employee Service Awards breakfast this morning. Commissioner Wagner thanked all of the
employees, those employees who received awards and all of the employees, he shared they are always
there for the County answering calls and assisting the citizens as needed.
Commissioner Leatherman commented on the many events that have happened since the last meeting.
He attended the Grace Academy 50 Year Anniversary celebration. Commissioner Leatherman attended
the Ribbon Cutting ceremony for Jerusalem Park in Funkstown, and he recognized the Town for
providing the park for the citizens. He attended Everybody's Day at Pen -Mar Park. Commissioner
Leatherman wished a Happy Birthday to Washington County, and he commented on the dedication of
the George Washington statue created by local artist Toby Mendez. He remembered the 25 Year
Anniversary of 911. Commissioner Leatherman congratulated the Town of Boonsboro, and he
recognized Vernon Brown and Company 6 for their contributions to the Boonsboro 25th Annual
Remembrance Parade.
Commissioner Parrott commented on the Labor Day celebrations. He attended the Washington County
Employee Service Awards breakfast this morning. He shared that he is thankful for all of the employees
who work for Washington County and for their service to the Commissioners and the Citizens.
Commissioner Parrott shared that the Maryland Supreme Court overturned the language of the
redistricting question number three (3) for the Constitutional Amendment on the ballot. He shared
information on the Court's decision. Commissioner Parrott recommends everyone support the
Constitution and vote against question number three (3) on the ballot.
Commissioner Cline thanked Commissioner Parrott for the update on question three (3) on the ballot.
He attended Everybody's Day at Pen Mar Park and recognized staff. Commissioner Cline attended the
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Ribbon Cutting ceremony at Jerusalem Park in Funkstown. He shared that the Commissioners honored
former Mayor Paul Crampton for his 30 years of elected service to Funkstown. He attended the
Paramedic Class 4 Graduation ceremony and shared information on the multiple classes training at the
Public Safety Training Center. Commissioner Cline attended the Washington County Employee
Service Awards breakfast, and he thanked staff responsible for organizing the event. He thanked all
employees across all departments for their service. Commissioner Cline attended the ceremony for
Ralph Hammond in Sharpsburg. He attended the Eagle Scout ceremony for Alex Daniels of Troop 66.
Commissioner Cline attended the Boonsboro 911 Remembrance Parade. He attended the
Remembrance in the Park for the City of Hagerstown's 911 ceremony, and he shared that
Commissioner Wagner's granddaughter was in the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts band and she
played the drums at the event. He thanked Toby Mendez and all who were involved with the dedication
of the George Washington statue.
Commissioner Barr recognized Eagle Scout Sam Smith on his thank you note sent to the County. He
shared that the last three weeks have been very busy with important events for the community.
Commissioner Barr attended the dedication of the George Washington statue, and he recognized local
artist Toby Mendez. He commented on schools being back in session and urged everyone to remember
that the students and teachers are back in school. He commented on the sports events in the evenings
and to be mindful of students on electric bikes and the buses. Commissioner Barr attended the
Maryland Association of Counties symposium on Al.
STAFF COMMENTS
Michelle Gordon, County Administrator attended the Employee Service Awards breakfast and she
thanked the Human Resources Department for coordinating the event. She thanked all of the employees
for the work that they do in the Community to ensure that Washington County is the best place to live,
work and raise your family. Ms. Gordon attended the George Washington statue dedication in honor
of the 250th anniversary of the founding of Washington County. She shared that this Washington
County is the first County in the United States named after General George Washington. Ms. Gordon
attended the Everybody's Day Celebration at Pen Mar Park. She attended the Ribbon Cutting
ceremony at Jerusalem Park in Funkstown and she thanked former Mayor Paul Crampton and current
Mayor Sharon Chirgott and the Town Council.
Michelle Gordon, County Administrator, shared an update on the County's Data Center Moratorium
and she clarified information on annexations in municipalities. Ms. Gordon recapped the County's
statement regarding the proposed I.C.E. Processing Facility in the County, shared information on the
meeting with KGB and corrected false information that has been circulating online. She reminded
viewers of the avenues for Public Comment.
2. PROCLAMATION PRESENTATION TO GEORGENE CHARLES
The Board of County Commissioners presented a proclamation to Georgene Charles, for the Memorial
Illumination at the Antietam National Battlefield. Tom Riford recognized Ms. Charles for her 38 years
of dedicated service with 35 of those years organizing the Memorial Illumination at Antietam National
Battlefield.
3. PROCLAMATION FOR CITIZENS' EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS MONTH
The Board of County Commissioners presented a proclamation to Alan Matheny, Director, Emergency
Management and his staff for Emergency Preparedness Month.
Commissioner Cline left the meeting at 10:41 a.m. and returned at 10:42 a.m.
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CONVENE AS THE WASHINGTON COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to convene as the Board of
Health at 10:42 a.m. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
4. PERFORMANCE INCENTIVE GRANT FUND (PIGF)
Earl Stoner, Health Officer, Washington County Health Department; Ebise Bedye, Special Programs
Health Services Ill, Addictions; and Chirstina Potter, Mobile Recovery Response Coordinator, LEAD
Program, presented the request for a motion to approve that the Board of Health award Potomac
Community Services in the amount of $177,514.00 to provide intensive case management services to
eligible participants enrolled in the Let Everyone Advance with Dignity (LEAD) program. There is no
funding required from the County.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to approve that the Board of
Health award the contract to Potomac Health Services as presented. The motion passed unanimously
(5-0).
RECONVENE AS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, WAHSINGTON COUNTY
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to reconvene as the Board of
County Commissioners, Washington County, Maryland at 10:44 a.m. The motion passed unanimously
(5-0).
S. FY27 CSO SUPPORT GRANT
Lt. Benjamin Jones, Washington County Sheriff's Office; and Carsten Ahrens, Senior Grant Manager,
Grant Management, presented the request for a motion to accept funding as awarded for the
Administrative Office of Courts, Security Administration FY27 grant in the amount of $39,884.00.
The Administrative Office of Courts, Security Administration grant is used to cover the cost of
overtime salaries of the Sheriff's Office personnel assigned to Courtroom security.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to approve to accept funding
as awarded for the Administrative Office of Courts, Security Administration FY27 grant as presented.
The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
6. MARYLAND 9-1-1 BOARD -- APPROVAL TO SUBMIT APPLICATION AND ACCEPT
AWARDED FUNDING
Alan Matheny, Director, Emergency Management; and Richard Lesh, Grant Manager, Grant
Management, presented the request for a motion to approve the submission of grant application to the
Maryland State 9-1-1 Board in the amount of $183,347.46 and accept funding as awarded. The
Department of Emergency Communications is requesting approval for the submission of grant
application and to accept grant funds in the amount of $183,347.46 from the MD State 9-1-1 Board for
professional design services for the new Emergency call center rehabilitation project.
Commissioner Cline, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to approve the submission of grant
application to the Maryland State 9-1-1 Board and accept funding as awarded. The motion passed
unanimously (5-0).
7. WESTERN MD ECONOMIC FUND (GEORGE EDWARDS FUND) APPROVAL TO
SUBMIT APPLICATION AND ACCEPT AWARDED FUNDING
Maria Kramer, Director, Grant Management; and Jonathan Horowitz, Director, Business and Economic
Development, presented the request for a motion to approve the submission of grant application to the
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Western MD Economic Futures Fund Board, commonly known as the Senator George C. Edwards
Fund Board in the amount of $1,250,000.00 and accept funding as awarded. The County Office of
Grant Management is requesting approval for the submission of a grant application and acceptance of
grant funds that support Cascade Town Centre Development, LLC located on the former Fort Ritchie
military base in Cascade, MD. The County would be a pass -through entity for the funds for the grant
agreement. The grant requires 20% matching funds which will be paid by Cascade Towne Centre
Development LLC and will require a subrecipient agreement contingent upon the approval of the
County Attorney's office.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline, moved to approve the submission of grant
application to the Western MD Economic Futures Fund Board to support Cascade Town Centre
Development, LLC contingent upon legal review and approval by the County Attorney's Office of the
subrecipient agreement and to accept funding as awarded. The motion passed unanimously (3-1-1).
Commissioner Parrot opposed. Commissioner Barr abstained.
Commissioner Wagner left the meeting at 11:05 a.m. and returned at 11:06 a.m.
1. MACO ANNUAL VISIT TO WASHINGTON COUNTY
MC Keegan -Ayer, President, Maryland Association of Counties; and Michael Sanderson, Executive
Director, Maryland Association of Counties, shared a state legislative and budget update for MACo.
8. LOCAL MANAGEMENT BOARD — BYLAWS REVISION
Richard Lesh, Grant Manager, Grant Management; and Carsten Ahrens, Senior Grant Manager, Grant
Management, presented the request for a motion to approve the changes to the Local management
Board Bylaws. The Governor's Office for Children sent out an updated Policies and Procedures Manual
for Local Management Boards in July of last year. Using that Manual the Local Management Board
made corrections and changes to comply with the new policies and procedures.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Parrott, moved to approve the changes to the Local
management Board Bylaws as presented. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
9. AWARD OF MDE'S AREA WIDE OPTIMIZATION PROGRAM (AWOP) AWARD TO
THE SHARPSBURG WATER TREATMENT PLANT
David Mason, Interim Director, Environmental Management; Davina Yutzy, Deputy Director, Water
Quality; and Marissa Diggins, Regulatory and Compliance Engineer, Maryland Department of the
Environment, presented that the Sharpsburg Water Treatment plant has met strict turbidity performance
goals to achieve the Silver Level AWOP award. The Maryland Department of the Environment issues
Area -Wide Optimization Program Awards to surface water systems that meet strict turbidity
performance goals. Turbidity is monitored closely by plant operators as it correlates with the presence
of several pathogens. Sharpsburg has consistently met Individual filter effluent (IFE) and Combined
filter effluent (CFE) goals to achieve the Silver level award. They recognized the Smithsburg Water
Treatment Plant Operators: Kenny, Smith, Luke Golliher, and Tom Colabucci.
10. 40 WEST LANDFILL PAVING
David A. Mason, Interim Director, Environmental Management, presented the request for a motion to
authorize Craig Paving Inc. to perform paving work at the 40 West Landfill in the amount of
$974,755.00. The original pavement at the landfill has shown significant deterioration over the last
several years. The department of Solid Waste will utilize the existing Pavement Maintenance and
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Rehabilitation Program rates as awarded to Craig Paving, Inc to complete the project. The work at the
40 West Landfill was not in the original contract therefore requiring Commissioner approval.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to authorize Craig Paving
Inc., to perform paving work at the 40 West Landfill location as presented. The motion passed
unanimously (5-0).
11. 40 WEST PRETREATMENT FACILITY
David A. Mason, Interim Director, Environmental Management, presented the request for a motion to
approve a budget adjustment for the 40 West Landfill Pretreatment Facility in the amount of
$150,000.00. Bids from the On -Call Engineering Services for Solid Waste were received on July 22,
2026. Design costs were higher than anticipated, warranting the budget adjustment. The current
budgeted amount is $520,000.00. Additional bonds will be issued in the amount of $150,000.00 in the
Spring of 2027 for these engineering services.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to approve the budget
adjustment as presented. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
12. CONTRACT BID AWARD (PUR-1836) HAULING/RECYCLING OF SCRAP TIRES
FROM THE FORTY WEST LANDFILL
Brandi Kentner, Director, Procurement; and David Mason, Interim Director, Environmental
Management, presented the request for a motion to award the contract for Hauling of Scrap Tires for
Recycling to the responsible, responsive bidder, Emanuel Tire of Baltimore, Maryland, based on
estimated annual quantities at unit costs for the sum total cost of $30,500.00. The contract will be for a
one (1) year period, tentatively commencing on October 5, 2026, with an option by the County
Commissioners for renewal for up to three (3) additional consecutive one (1) year periods.
Commissioner Parrott, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to award the contract for Hauling
of Scrap Tires for Recycling to Emanuel Tire as presented. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
13. INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATIVE PURCHASE (INTG-26-0347) LEASE FOR
ONE (1) NEW JOHN DEERE 410P WHEEL LOADER BACKHOE
Brandi Kentner, Director, Procurement; and David Mason, Interim Director, Environmental
Management, presented the request for a motion to authorize, by Resolution, the Department of Water
Quality to lease One (1) New John Deere 410P Wheel Loader Backhoe, from James River Equipment
of Stephenson, VA., for a term of five years for the total amount of $228,890.00 and request to utilize
competitively bid contract that was awarded by Sourcewell to John Deere. This contract offers a
discount of 41%. This is also contingent on the final approval of the lease agreements by the County
Attorney's Office.
Commissioner Parrott, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to authorize, by Resolution to lease
One (1) New John Deere 410P Wheel Loader Backhoe, from James River Equipment contingent upon
the County Attorney's review as presented. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
14. BID AWARD (PUR-1818) ANTIETAM CREEK WATER TRAIL PARK
Brandi Kentner, Director, Procurement; and Andrew Eshleman, Director, Public Works, presented the
request for a motion to award the contract for the Antietam Creek Water Trail Park to the responsive,
responsible company EXCO USA, LLC, of Hagerstown, MD, with the lowest total lump sum bid
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amount of $395,000.00; this includes the base bid price and contingency items no. 1 and 2. This
approval is contingent upon the approval and signing of the contract agreement.
In addition, move to execute the subgrant agreement with the Catoctin Land Trust acting through the
department of Natural Resources Whole Watershed Fund to contribute $85,000.00 for the project. The
Catoctin Land Trust was successful in securing a Maryland Department of Natural Resources Whole
Watershed Fund grant for the Antietam Creek Watershed. One of the goals of the grant is to support
recreational activities and improvements associated with the waterway. County staff have reviewed
this grant and discussed upcoming opportunities with the Catoctin Land Trust, and the Trust has
committed $85,000.00 in grant funds toward this project.
Commissioner Parrott, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to approve to award the
contract for the Antietam Creek Water Trail Park to the responsive, responsible company EXCO USA,
LLC, and to approve to execute the subgrant agreement with the Catoctin Land Trust acting through
the department of Natural Resources Whole Watershed Fund as presented. The motion passed
unanimously (5-0).
15. SOLE SOURCE PROCUREMENT (PUR-1845) KEYSTONE FIRE MOBILE DISPATCH
AND DATA SOFTWARE
Brandi Kentner, Director, Procurement; and R. David Hays, Director, Emergency Services, presented
the request for a motion to authorize a sole -source procurement for Fire Mobile Dispatch software,
maintenance, and annual licensing fees used by the Division of Emergency Services and the volunteer
fire and EMS companies in the amount of $55,291.00 from Keystone Public Safety Inc., of Palm Beach
Gardens, FL.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to authorize a sole -source
procurement for Fire Mobile Dispatch software, maintenance, and annual licensing fees from Keystone
Public Safety Inc., as presented. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
16. CONTRACT RENEWAL (PUR-1569) UNIFORMS FO R WASHINGTON COUNTY
SHERIFF'S OFFICERS
Carin Bakner, Buyer, Procurement; and Sheriff Brian Albert, Washington County Sheriffs Office,
presented the request for a motion to renew the contract for Uniforms for Washington County Sheriff's
Officers with Galls, LLC of Lexington, KY, per the rates included in its letter received on August 7,
2026. Galls, LLC is requesting a 4% increase above the current rates due to increased costs from
suppliers and increases in materials, transportation and labor costs. The current Consumer Price Index
for apparel is 3.9%. On October 11, 2022, the Board originally awarded a contract for the subject
services to Galls, LLC, for the total sum bid amount of $117,485.25 based on estimated quantities (no
guaranteed minimum/maximum) of each uniform piece at the unit prices. The contract is for a one-year
period that commenced October 1, 2022, with an option by the County to renew the contract for up to
five (5) additional consecutive one (1) year periods subject to written notice given by the County at
least sixty (60) calendar days before the expiration date of any of the one (1) year period. This is the
fourth of five (5) additional one (1) year renewals.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to approve to renew the
contract for Uniforms for Washington County Sheriff's Officers with Galls LLC as presented. The
motion passed unanimously (5-0).
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17. CONTRACT AWARD (PUR-1831) - BULK DELIVER OF ROAD SALT
Carin Bakner, Buyer, Procurement; and Zane Rowe, Deputy Director, Highways Department,
presented the request for a motion to award the primary contract for the purchase and delivery of Bulk
Road Salt to the responsible, responsive bidder, Morton Salt, Inc., of Overland, KS who submitted the
price of $91.20 per ton and to award the secondary contract for the purchase and delivery of Bulk Road
Salt to the responsible, responsive bidder, Eastern Salt Company, Inc., of Lowell, MA who submitted
the price of $96.90 per ton.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to award the primary contract
for the purchase and delivery of Bulk Road Salt to Morton Salt, Inc., and to award the secondary
contract for the purchase and delivery of Bulk Road Salt to Eastern Salt Company, Inc., as presented.
The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
18. HIRING RECOMMENDATION FOR DEPUTY DIRECTOR. AIRPORT
Chip Rose, Director, Human Resources, presented the request for a motion to extend an offer to Shon
Dempsey for Position #1971, Deputy Director, Airport. The proposed offer is Grade 16, Step 12,
$53.53/hr. or $111,342.40 annually.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to approve to extend an offer
to Shon Dempsey as presented. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
19. HIRING RECOMMENDATION FOR ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY
Chip Rose, Director, Human Resources; and Zachary Kieffer, County Attorney, presented the request
for a motion to extend an offer to Michael Bouey for the position of Assistant County Attorney. The
offer is for Grade 17, Step 6, $49.86/hr. or $103,709.00/annually.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to approve to extend an offer
to Michael Bouey as presented. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
20. HIRING RECOMMENDATION FOR DIVISION DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT
Chip Rose, Director, Human Resources, presented the request for a motion to extend an offer to David
Mason for Position #906, Division Director of Environmental Management. The proposed offer is
Grade 19, Step 27, $97.66/hr. or $203,133.00 annually.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to approve to extend an offer
to David Mason as presented. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
21. REAPPOINTMENT -- WASHINGTON COUNTY POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD
Rosalinda Pascual, Deputy County Attorney, presented the request for a motion to re -appoint the
following members of the Police Accountability Board: Danielle Weaver to serve their second full,
three-year term with the PAB from August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2029; Ron Humbel to serve their
second full, three-year term with the PAB from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2029; and
Amber Hill, Chair of the PAB, to serve their second full, three-year term with the PAB September 1st,
2026, through August 31, 2029.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Parrott, moved to approve the reappointment of
Danielle Weaver, Ron Humble and Amber Hill as presented. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
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22. APPOINTMENT- WASHINGTON COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE CHARGING
COMMITTEE
Rosalinda Pascual, Deputy County Attorney, presented the request for a motion to approve the
reappointment of Doug Mullendore to the Washington County Administrative Charging Committee for
his first full three-year term from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2029; this is a paid board.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to approve the reappointment
of Doug Mullendore as presented. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
23. WASHINGTON COUNTY BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES - REAPPOINTMENT
Dawn L. Marcus, County Clerk, presented the request for a motion to reappoint Dana Pentoney, to
serve a second, three-year term from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, on the Board of Social
Services. The Board is a mandate of the State of Maryland.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to approve the reappointment
of Dana Pentoney as presented. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
24. ADOPTION OF FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION FOR ZONING MAP
AMENDMENT RZ-26-003
Zachary Kieffer, County Attorney, presented the request for a motion to Adopt Written Findings of
Fact and Decision for Zoning Map Amendment RZ-26-003. Following a public hearing on July 21,
2026, the Board of County Commissioners voted to approve (5-0) the request for a zoning map
amendment by Michael Godinez for real property owned by Tracy Greene and FB Real Estate, LLC
from RM —Residential, Multifamily to HI — Highway Interchange. Michael Godinez requested a zoning
map amendment for Parcels 1373 and 1374 (18132 and 18128 Maugans Avenue, respectfully) on Tax
Map 243. The Planning Commission recommended approval after holding a public meeting. The
purpose of this motion is to formally adopt and approve the written decision and accompanying
Ordinance.
Commissioner Leatherman, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to approve to Adopt Written
Findings of Fact and Decision for Zoning Map Amendment RZ-26-003 and Ordinance as presented.
The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
CLOSED SESSION
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, moved to convene in closed session at
12:08 p.m. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
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.
• Reclassification of County position
• Discussion of personnel matter within County government
• Discussion of personnel matter within division of County government
To consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. (3) Open session discussion would
disclose County negotiation strategy and weaken bargaining position.
• Consideration of potential acquisitions of real property for various public purposes.
To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice on a legal matter (7). Open session discussion would
breach attorney/client confidentiality.
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• Legal advice pertaining to County contract negotiation
• Legal advice re statutory interpretation
• Legal advice pertaining to County -involved legal matter
In closed session, the Commissioners discussed; and/or reached a consensus regarding:
• Reclassification of position within the Washington County Sheriffs Office;
• Discussion of elimination of a position within a division of County Government;
• Discussion of a personnel disciplinary matter;
• Discussion of a personnel policy matters within a division of County Government;
• Received legal advice pertaining to a County involved legal matters;
• Received legal advice pertaining to County contract negotiations;
• Discussion of consideration of real property acquisition;
• Discussion of consideration of potential acquisitions of real property for various public
purposes;
• Received legal advice regarding statutory interpretation;
• Received legal advice and updates on pending litigation matters for which the County is a
party.
Present during closed session at various times were Commissioners John F. Barr, Jeffrey A. Cline,
Randal A. Leatherman, Neil C. Parrott and Randall E. Wagner: Dawn Marcus, County Clerk and
Zachary J. Kieffer, County Attorney; Michelle Gordon, County Administrator; Rosalinda Pascual,
Deputy County Attorney; Victor Scarpelli, Assistant County Attorney; Sheriff Brian Albert,
Washington County Sheriff's Office; Jonathan Horowitz, Director, Business and Economic
Development; Chip Rose, Director Human Resources; R. David Hays, Director, Emergency Services;
Greg Murray, GDMS, LLC; David Mason, Interim Director, Environmental Management; Alexander
Reed, Deputy Director of Environmental Programs, Environmental Management; Neil Doran, Director,
Hagerstown Regional Airport; Andrew Eshleman, Director, Public Works; Todd Moser, Real Property
Administrator, Engineering; Scott Hobbs, Director, Engineering; Zane Rowe, Deputy Director,
Highways; and Rebecca Calimer, Chief of Plan Review, Engineering.
RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Parrott, moved to reconvene in open session at
3:49 p.m. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Parrott, moved to adjourn at 3:49 p.m. The motion
passed unanimously (5-0).
Dawn L. Marcus, County Clerk