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HomeMy WebLinkAbout061121 November 21, 2006 Hagerstown, MD 21740 The regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland, was called to order at 8:30 a.m. by President Gregory I. Snook with the following members present: Vice President William J. Wivell, and Commissioners James F. Kercheval, John C. Munson and Doris J. Nipps. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Snook followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by the full assemblage. COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS Commissioner Wivell reported on the PenMar Development Corporation meeting. Commissioner Kercheval reported on the meetings of the Public Golf Corporation and the Local Management Board. He stated that th he presented a proclamation at the Big Brothers/Big Sisters 50 Anniversary banquet. Commissioner Kercheval congratulated Bill Stachoviak, County Planner, for being named the Big Brother of the Year. Commissioner Munson stated that he hopes the next Board of County Commissioners would consider the new technology for landfills that would vaporize refuse. Commissioner Nipps reported on the Airport Advisory Commission meeting. Commissioner Snook stated that he received correspondence from the Maryland Association of Counties for appointment of the new legislative representatives. He informed the Commissioners that Program Open Space funds were approved for swimming pool improvements and roadwork at Martin L. Snook Park. Commissioner Snook indicated that a meeting of the Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness is scheduled for December 6. He stated that the Town of Williamsport has taken action to lower its Homestead Tax Credit to 105%. Commissioner Snook indicated that he received notification that IAC staff recommendations for school construction funding for Washington County was $4.5 million. He stated that the Governor’s office has notified the County that $1.8 million was awarded for Rural Legacy Program funds for the mid-Maryland region. The State Highway Administration provided an update on the Edgewood Drive/Route 40 project and estimated that construction would start in 2008. He stated that the Town of Boonsboro has advertised for six annexations. DISTINGUISHED BUDGET PRESENTATION AWARDS PROGRAM Commissioner Snook presented a Certificate of Merit to Debra Murray, Director of Budget and Finance, and her staff in recognition of having received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Administration (GFOA) for Fiscal Year 2007. He stated that this award is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting and represents the commitment of staff to meet the highest standards. Commissioner Snook congratulated Ms. Murray on this achievement. Ms. Murray thanked the Commissioners for the Certificate and recognized her staff for their assistance. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES MANAGEMENT POLICY MANUAL Ron Whitt, Director of Information Technologies, presented the proposed Information Technologies Management (ITM) Policy Manual for adoption. Mr. Whitt stated that the manual consists of four sections: 1) General Provisions, 2) General Management Guidelines, 3) Roles and Responsibilities, and 4) Specific Management Policies. These policies would be the guiding documents that establish responsibilities for the adoption, installation, management, and use of technology in Washington County government. He explained that it addresses security- related issues through employee awareness. Mr. Whitt provided a summary of the policies included in the Manual. The ITM Policy Manual would replace policies P-7 Software Compliance and PR-20 Internet Use adopted on September 23, 1997. Mr. Whitt stated that the ITM Policy Manual would be reviewed annually. Any proposed revisions would be submitted to the Information Technology Steering Committee for their review and comment NOVEMBER 21, 2006 PAGE TWO before being submitted to the County Commissioners for approval. The meeting was then opened for questions from the Commissioners. Motion made by Commissioner Kercheval, seconded by Nipps, to adopt the Information Technologies Management (ITM) Policy Manual as presented. Unanimously approved. BID AWARD – INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS COUNTY DEPARTMENTS Rick Curry, Buyer for the Purchasing Department, and Jack Reynard, Fleet Manager for the Highway Department, met with the Commissioners regarding award of the bid for industrial equipment for various County departments. Mr. Reynard provided the additional information that the Commissioners requested at last week’s meeting regarding the bid process for leases and a comparison of lease/purchase versus an outright purchase. Commissioner Munson objected to the County’s adopted five-year replacement cycle for loaders and backhoes. Motion made by Commissioner Munson, seconded by Wivell to purchase One (1) Grader – Standard Equipment for annual lease payment for 5 years of $36,630/year Alt. #4 (Total 1) (Highway Department). Motion did not carry with Commissioners Munson and Wivell voting “AYE” and Commissioners Kercheval, Nipps, and Snook voting “NO.” Motion made by Commissioner Kercheval, seconded by Nipps, to award the contract for industrial equipment to the responsive, responsible sole bidder with the lowest bid as follows, contingent upon approval of the final lease agreements by the County Attorney and to waive the requirement for providing performance bonds: Six (6) Rubber Tire Backhoe/Loaders – Standard Equipment for Annual Lease Payment for 5 years of $59,424/year (Highway Department); Six (6) Rubber Tire Wheel Loaders - Standard Equipment for Annual Lease Payment for 5 years of $73,564/year; One (1) Grader – Standard Equipment for annual lease payment for 5 years of $36,630/year Alt. #4 (Total 1) (Highway Department); One (1) Rubber Tire Backhoe/Loader – Standard Equipment for annual lease payment for 5 years of $8,025/year (Water Quality); and One (1) Rubber Tire Backhoe/Loader – Standard Equipment for annual lease payment for 5 years of $10,844/year (Buildings, Grounds, and Parks). The Commissioners asked that the replacement policy be reviewed prior to the FY 2008 budget. Motion carried with Commissioners Kercheval, Nipps, and Snook voting “AYE” and Commissioners Munson and Wivell voting “NO.” REQUEST TO INCREASE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FUNDING – CAREER PROGRAMS BUILDING RENOVATION AT HAGERSTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE Guy Altieri, President of Hagerstown Community College (HCC); Merle Elliott, representing the HCC Board of Trustees; and Anna Barker, Vice President of Administration and Finance, met with the Commissioners to request that the County allocate an additional $988,902 to cover a shortfall in the construction costs and equipment related to the Career Programs Building renovation. Dr. Altieri informed the Commissioners that the bids received were approximately $2.5 million over the allocated funding. He stated that the staff interviewed all of the contractors to identify why the costs were high and to determine ways to reduce the shortfall. Dr. Altieri noted that a final addendum was then issued to remove the loop road from the overall project and some value engineering occurred before going out to bid a second time. The new bids submitted resulted in a shortfall of $563,075. Dr. Altieri stated that the College has learned that it will need additional funds to equip the renovated facility. The estimate for the total funding to equip the facility is $3 million. He indicated that State and County funds are allocated in FY 2008 but the recent estimates indicate that the allocation will have a shortfall of $425,827. With the additional request, the County’s total share to equip the building would be $644,000. The remaining funds would come from the State, HCC equipment funds and grants, and the HCC Foundation. He summarized that HCC is requesting $563,075 in additional construction funding and $425,827 for instructional equipment for a total of $988,902. The meeting was then opened for discussion regarding the request. NOVEMBER 21, 2006 PAGE THREE Motion made by Commissioner Nipps, seconded by Wivell, to provide an additional $988,902 for the Career Programs Building renovation project at Hagerstown Community College to be taken from FY 2008 funding with the understanding that this could delay other capital projects at the College by one year. Unanimously approved. CONTRACT AWARD – PHASE II DESIGN OF FINAL CLOSURE CAP – RESH ROAD LANDFILL Motion made by Commissioner Munson, seconded by Nipps, to award the contract for the Phase II Design of the Final Closure Cap at the Resh Road Landfill to the URS Corporation, which submitted the lowest responsive, responsible bid of $312,500. Unanimously approved. CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 - RESH ROAD LANDFILL II CLOSURE PHASE I – N- CELLS, CLOSURE CAP CONSTRUCTION PROJECT Terry McGee, Chief Engineer, and Joe Kroboth, III, Deputy Director of the Department of Public Works, appeared before the Commissioners regarding the Resh Road Landfill II Closure Phase I – N Cells, Closure Cap Construction Project. Mr. Kroboth informed the Commissioners that this contract was awarded to Pavex, Inc. on June 13. During the grading associated with Cell N-3, the contractor found that an existing swale to the rear of the cell did not drain and would require significant rework to correct the situation. The swale was not included in the contract documents and would have to be addressed through the change order process. The staff authorized the work to avoid delay claims by the contractor. Mr. McGee reviewed Change Order No. 1 from the contractor for a not-to-exceed cost of $36,077.90 for the additional work. Motion made by Commissioner Nipps, seconded by Kercheval, to approve Change Order No. 1 with Pavex, Inc. for a not-to-exceed cost of $36,077.90. Unanimously approved. Mr. Kroboth stated that Phase I of the closure of Resh Road Landfill includes the placing of a geosynthetic and soil cap of approximately 24 acres of former landfill cells, modification of an existing stormwater management pond; installation of a landfill gas flaring system; and upgrades of various drainage systems and structure. He indicated that it is desirable to have the project complete before winter weather. It would produce a superior project and would result in a reduction of the County’s inspection costs. Mr. McGee informed the Commissioners that the project is funded by a low-interest loan through the Maryland Water Quality Finance Administration. They have indicated that an additional $272,889 may be available for construction contingency for over-runs on quantities. Mr. McGee addressed the over-runs and stated that additional borrow material is required which was not depicted on the design plans. There are also additional leachate outbreak areas to be addressed. Although there is no final word from the Maryland Department of the Envivonment (MDE) regarding the loan adjustments, the staff requested approval of a $235,000 transfer from the Phase II Capping Project to this project. Motion made by Commissioner Nipps, seconded by Kercheval, to approve a budget transfer of $235,000 for Pavex, Inc. for the Resh Road Landfill II Closure Phase I – N Cells, Closure Cap Construction Project From Close-out Capping for Phase II – Resh Road Landfill to Close-out Capping Phase I for anticipated overruns. Unanimously approved. CITIZENS’ PARTICIPATION Tom Newcomer, Greater Hagerstown Committee; and Brad Pingray, Chair of the Chamber of Commerce Board, appeared before the Commissioners to request that the County participate with the Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Hagerstown Committee, and Hagerstown/Washington County Industrial Foundation, Inc. (CHIEF) to fund a lobbyist to represent the County during the 2007 legislative session. Mr. Pingray requested that the County provide $10,000. He identified the following four areas of interest to address: 1) central booking, 2) library expansion, 3) prisoner release, and 4) a management issue regarding grants for the agricultural industry. NOVEMBER 21, 2006 PAGE FOUR Motion made by Commissioner Nipps, seconded by Kercheval, to approve $7,500 from the Commissioners’ Contingency Fund to join with the Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Hagerstown Committee, and CHIEF to use toward the community lobbying effort during the 2007 legislative session. Motion carried with Commissioners Kercheval, Nipps, and Snook voting “AYE” and Commissioners Munson and Wivell voting “NO.” AMENDING RESOLUTION - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS – CONSERVIT, INC. Motion made by Commissioner Wivell, seconded by Nipps, to approve a Resolution amending a resolution adopted on August 29, 2006 to extend the time for issuance of one or more series of revenue bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $5,000.000 pursuant to the provisions of Section 14-101 through 14-109 of Article 41 of the Annotated Code of Maryland (2003 Replacement Volume) as amended, the proceeds thereof to be loaned to Conservit, Inc. to finance the acquisition, design, construction and installation of necessary and useful buildings, improvements, equipment, machinery, furnishings and fixtures to be installed at the Borrower’s existing facility located at 18656 Leslie Drive, Hagerstown, Maryland 21741 as more specifically described in the First Resolution. The Amending Resolution extends the County’s authorization from December 31, 2006 to June 30, 2007. Unanimously approved. DIVISION AVENUE QUIT-CLAIM DEED Andrew Wilkinson, Assistant County Attorney, met with the Commissioners regarding his research regarding the County’s possible ownership of a portion of undeveloped roadbed referred to as Division Avenue. He informed the Commissioners that he could find no evidence that the County owned the property; therefore, the property could not be sold by the County. He recommended support of the request by adjacent property owners for a quit-claim deed to the property. Motion made by Commissioner Munson, seconded by Kercheval, to approve the request to execute quit-claim deeds disclaiming any right or interest in a portion of an undeveloped roadbed referred to as Division Avenue on an old plat to the adjacent property owners. Motion carried with Commissioners Kercheval, Nipps, Munson, and Snook voting “AYE” and Commissioner Wivell voting “NO.” APPOINTMENT – DISABILITIES ADVISORY COMMITTEE Motion made by Commissioner Kercheval, seconded by Munson, to appoint Erin Teach to the Disabilities Advisory Committee to fill the unexpired term of James Wilhide, which extends to November 30, 2007. Unanimously approved. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR’S COMMENTS Rodney Shoop, County Administrator, informed the Commissioners that the first checks will be mailed to fire and rescue volunteers under the Length of Service Awards Program (LOSAP). Mr. Shoop asked if the “House Keys for Employees” program could be used to purchase a home outside of Washington County. He stated that this program assists County employees that are first-time homebuyers in purchasing homes. It was the consensus that the funds be used only for purchase of properties located in Washington County. PROTECTIVE ORDER ENFORCEMENT GRANT Motion made by Commissioner Munson, seconded by Nipps, to grant approval to include a $15,000 Protective Order Enforcement grant, which the Sheriff’s Office received from the Governor’s Office on Crime Control, as revenue in their budget to allow them to provide additional outreach to petitioners of protective orders. The in-kind match is budgeted at $5,000. Unanimously approved. REPORTS FROM COUNTY STAFF Gary Rohrer, Director of Public Works, reported that rubble deposited in the County landfill from demolition at Fort Ritchie was 330 tons and is mostly wood rubble. Mr. Rohrer stated that the recent e-cycling event at NOVEMBER 21, 2006 PAGE FIVE the landfill collected 37,000 pounds of electronics. He also provided an update on repairs to the elevator in the County Administration Building. Mr. Rohrer informed the Commissioners that the School Design Review Committee is discussing the amount of rubble that will be generated from the demolition of Pangborn and Maugansville Elementary Schools. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL MITIGATION PROPOSAL – PHASE I, CLAGGETT’S MILL DEVELOPMENT Jason Wiley, Project manager for Elm Street Development, and Tom Lynch, counsel for Elm Street Development, appeared before the Commissioners to request that the Commissioners approve a mitigation proposal relating to school capacity for the Phase I of the Claggett’s Mill Development under the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance (APFO). Michael Thompson, Director of Planning, stated that the developer previously submitted a mitigation proposal to the Board on August 29, 2006, which the Board rejected. However, the Board stated at that time that it would be willing to consider a mitigation proposal for Phase I of the project only. The Board initially reviewed the mitigation proposal for Phase I only on October 10. The most recent phasing plan submitted by the Developer would include 20 building permits in 2007, 50 permits in 2008, and 17 permits in 2009. The remaining 151 lots (all other phases) would still be required to comply with the provisions of the APFO prior to approval of the final plats. The meeting was then opened for discussion and questions. Motion made by Commissioner Wivell, seconded by Munson, to reject the school mitigation proposal submitted for Phase I – Claggett’s Mill Development. Unanimously approved. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL MITIGATION PROPOSAL UNDER SECTION 9.1 OF THE APFO – POWERS ESTATE Jason Divelbiss and Doug Bachtell appeared on behalf of D & A Development and their request for approval of a school mitigation proposal. Mr. Thompson stated that D&A Development has submitted a proposed mitigation plan for the Powers Estates Development, which consists of 118 single-family dwelling units located north of U.S. Route 40 and west of Maryland Route 63. Mr. Divelbiss reviewed the revised mitigation proposal. He stated that the developer proposed that the development be done in four phases of 25, 40, 28 and 25 units, beginning in 2007. The applicant has offered the payment of excise tax in the amount of $18,000per unit which is above the normal excise tax that would be due. Mr. Divelbiss reviewed the schedule for the payments. The applicant has also agreed to provide public water and sewer to the Conococheague Elementary School and to provide a 3-5 acre site for use as a future site for public use. The meeting was then opened for discussion. Mr. Divelbiss stated that the developer is still attempting to determine if the Board of Education has decided to close the Conococheague Elementary School. Commissioner Snook stated that approval has not been granted from the State for location of a pumping station and much of this proposal is contingent upon that item. After discussion the Commissioners decided by consensus that they needed additional time to review the new information provided and tabled any action on the request until next week’s meeting. PLEASANT VIEW HEIGHTS, SECTION E – REQUEST TO BE EXEMPTED FROM ADEQUATE PUBLIC FACILIIES ORDINANCE (APFO) Jason Divelbiss, representing the Estate of Rowland Brandenburg, and Dennis Brandenburg, appeared before the Commissioners to request final plat approval for the 17-lot Section E of Pleasant View Heights. Andrew Wilkinson, Assistant County Attorney, recommended that the developer’s request to be exempted from the APFO and the mitigation proposal be denied because the issue is not ripe for determination. Mr. Wilkinson indicated that the developer filed a final plat on February 8, 2005. There were changes that were required pursuant to the agency comments, and to date, the developer’s engineering consultant has not made the required revisions. Agency comments were provided to the developer within two (2) months of date the final plat was submitted. When the applicant provides the necessary information/revisions to the Planning Department, APFO school issues can then be considered using the then-current data. Mr. Divelbiss stated that the applicant is willing to offer a a mitigation proposal that would include an additional $2,000 per lot to the current excise tax obligation. This plan would address the six additional students that the development is estimated to generate. NOVEMBER 21, 2006 PAGE SIX Motion made by Commissioner Munson to approve and accept the mitigation proposal for Pleasant View Heights, Section E. The motion died for lack of a second. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Commissioners to take this item under consideration and consider it at next week’s meeting. RECESS – LUNCH The Commissioners recessed at 12:10 p.m. for lunch. AFTERNOON SESSION The afternoon session was called to order at 1:15 p.m. by President Gregory I. Snook, with the following members present: Vice President William J. Wivell, and Commissioners James F. Kercheval, John C. Munson, and Doris J. Nipps. YOUTH OF THE MONTH AWARDS – SEPTEMBER 2006 – OCTOBER 2006 The Commissioners presented certificates of merit to the following students in recognition their selection as Youths of the Month by the Washington County Community Partnership for Children & Families (WCCP): Ross Reid (September 2006 middle school); Matthew Blair (October 2006 middle school); Ryan Deal (September 2006 high school); and Maura James (October 2006 high school). The Commissioners commended them for their leadership, academic and extra-curricular activities. Commissioner Snook stated that each of the students would also receive a $100 savings bond from the WCCP. REPORT ON SPAY NEUTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) FUND Paul Miller, Executive Director of the Washington County Humane Society, informed the Commissioners that the current funding for the SNAP program of $18,000 was used in the first quarter. He asked that the funding be increased to $72,000. Mr. Miller distributed a report on the history of the program and the recent use of the vouchers. The meeting was then opened for questions from the Commissioners. Motion made by Commissioner Munson, seconded by Nipps, to provide $20,000 from the Commissioners’ Contingency Fund to the Spay Neuter Assistance Program Fund, limiting the number of pets to two per household, and giving priority to cats. Unanimously approved. REQUEST BY AC&T FOR WAIVER OF EXCISE TAX Andrew Wilkinson, Assistant County Attorney, appeared before the Commissioners regarding the request made by Jason Divelbiss, counsel for AC&T Company, Inc., for a waiver of the excise tax of $30,000 for its property located at 11532 Hopewell Road under Section 3B, Subsection D, of the Ordinance. Mr. Divelbiss argued in his presentation on October 31, 2006 that the project is a “near miss” on two points since the planned expansion is a separate facility and not connected to the existing one. He also stated that the subject property was previously included in the Enterprise Zone. However, this designation expired in 2001. Mr. Divelbiss noted that House Bill 941 extends the State property tax credits for the properties that were previously in the Enterprise Zone designation, but that the designation has expired. Mr. Wilkinson stated that AC&T’s argument is without merit since the Commissioners are not required to extend the intent of the Legislature in Section 9-103(e) to the County Excise Tax Ordinance. Mr. Wilkinson indicated that the two provisions have no relationship to each other. The meeting was then opened for discussion. Commissioner Kercheval stated that the incoming Board of County Commissioners may want to consider having the EDC Excise Tax Committee reconvene to review the language dealing with the business expansion issue and have it clarified in the Ordinance. Motion made by Commissioner Munson to deny the request made by AC&T to waive the Excise Tax fee for the proposed expansion. Motion died for lack of a second. NOVEMBER 21, 2006 PAGE SEVEN Commissioner Wivell stated that he would have to abstain from voting on this issue. At this time Commissioner Snook relinquished the Chair to Vice-President Wivell. Motion made by Commissioner Nipps, seconded by Snook, to support the request made by AC&T to waive the Excise Tax since it meets the intent of the Excise Tax Ordinance with regard to expansion. Motion did not carry with Commissioners Nipps and Snook voting “AYE,” Commissioners Munson and Kercheval voting “NO” and Commissioner Wivell “ABSTAINING.” Motion made by Commissioner Kercheval, seconded by Snook, to defer a final decision on the amount of Excise Tax due relating to the proposed AC&T expansion, to allow AC&T to obtain its permit and proceed with the project until a final decision is made relating to issue of the expansion of an existing business by the incoming Board of County Commissioners, and to hold AC&T’s Excise Tax payment in escrow (execute an Escrow Agreement with AC&T) until that time. Motion carried with Commissioners Kercheval, Snook, Munson and Nipps voting “AYE” and Commissioner Wivell “ABSTAINING.” BID AWARD – RUNWAY 9-27 IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM – PACKAGE 4 Motion made by Commissioner Nipps, seconded by Munson, to award the contract for Runway 9-27 Improvement Program – Package 4, to L.W. Wolfe Enterprises, Inc., which submitted the lowest responsive, responsible bid of $8,284,459.78. Motion carried with Commissioners Kercheval, Nipps, Munson, and Snook voting “AYE” and Commissioner Wivell voting “NO.” CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS BUDGET TRANSFER – AIRPORT Motion made by Commissioner Munson, seconded by Kercheval, to approve a budget transfer of $37,500 from Account 35 45010 RUN012 (Taxiway A/G Modifications) to Account 35 45010 RUN009 (Extend Runway 9/27) and increase discretionary revenue by $1,500,000 due to the approval of FAA for discretionary money for FY 2007 with a County share of $37,500. Unanimously approved. MAUGANS AVENUE RIGHT-OF-WAY PURCHASE Motion made by Commissioner Munson, seconded by Kercheval, to purchase the following right-of-way and easement acquisition: 18403 Maugans Avenue – 3,103 sq. ft. fee simple for $52,751; 18501 Maugans Avenue – 6,766 sq. ft in fee simple, 1043 revertible slope easement, and 9,568 in temporary construction easement for $135,587; 18424 Maugans Avenue – 1,814 sq. fee in fee simple, 1,872 in temporary construction easement, and 742 in revertible slope easement for $15,000; 18515 Maugans Avenue – 1,582 sq. fee in fee simple, 2,706 in revertible slope easement, and 3,597 in temporary construction easement for $44,508; and 18418 Maugans Avenue – 2,631 sq. ft. in fee simple, 3,307 temporary construction easement and on site improvements of $105,348. Unanimously approved. REAPPOINTMENT – DISABILITIES ADVISORY COMMITTEE Motion made by Commissioner Nipps, seconded by Munson, to reappoint Joe Kuhna to the Disabilities Advisory Committee for a three-year term. Unanimously approved. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – NOVEMBER 14, 2006 Motion made by Commissioner Kercheval, seconded by Nipps, to approve the minutes of November 14, 2006. Unanimously approved. CONVENE IN CLOSED SESSION Motion made by Munson, seconded by Nipps, at 2:28 p.m. to convene in closed session to discuss the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion or compensation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom it has jurisdiction; discuss a personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals; discuss an investigative proceeding on actual or possible criminal conduct; consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose and matters directly related thereto; consult with staff, consultants or other individuals about pending or potential litigation; and consult with counsel to obtain legal advice on a legal NOVEMBER 21, 2006 PAGE EIGHT matter, in accordance with Section 10-508 of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland. Unanimously approved. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION Motion made by Commissioner Wivell, seconded by Munson, to reconvene in open session at 3:40 p.m. Unanimously approved. In closed session, the Commissioners discussed the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion or compensation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom it has jurisdiction; discussed personnel matters that affect one or more specific individuals; considered the acquisition of real property for a public purpose and matters directly related thereto; consulted with staff, consultants or other individuals about pending or potential litigation; discussed an investigative proceeding on actual or possible criminal conduct; and consulted with counsel to obtain legal advice on a legal matter. Present during closed session were Commissioners Gregory I. Snook, William J. Wivell, James F. Kercheval, John C. Munson and Doris J. Nipps. Also present at various times were John Martirano, County Attorney; Kirk Downey, Assistant County Attorney; Andrew Wilkinson, Assistant County Attorney; Joni Bittner, County Clerk; David Hankinson, Director of Human Resources; Terry McGee, Chief Engineer, Dave Mason, Project Manager; Gary Rohrer, Director of Public Works; Joe Kroboth, III, Deputy Director of Public Works; Joe Kuhna, Real Property Manager; Ronald Whitt, Director of Information Technologies; John Latimer, IV, Director of Fire & Emergency Services; James Hovis, Director of the Gaming Office; and John Barr, County Commissioner-elect. EMPLOY – GIS SPECIALIST I – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIIES Motion made by Commissioner Kercheval, seconded by Wivell, to approve employing Sarah Kozal as GIS Specialist I (Grade 11) in the Information Technologies Department at a salary of 37,500. Unanimously approved. REAPPOINTMENT – PUBLIC GOLF CORPORATION Motion made by Commissioner Kercheval, seconded by Nipps, to reappoint Richard Roulette to the Public Golf Corporation for a two-year term. Motion carried with Commissioners Kercheval, Nipps, Munson, and Snook voting “AYE” and Commissioner Wivell “ABSTAINING.” ADJOURNMENT Motion made by Commissioner Kercheval, seconded by Nipps, to adjourn at 3:42 p.m. Unanimously approved. , County Administrator , County Attorney ___________________________, County Clerk