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COMMISSIONERS MEETING
May 6, 2008
The Board of County Commissioners for Cecil County met in regular session at the County Administrative Building, 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD. The following members of the Board were present:
William C. Manlove, President Mark H. Guns, Vice President Rebecca J. Demmler, Commissioner Brian Lockhart, Commissioner Wayne L. Tome, Sr., Commissioner
Constituting a full Board.
The Board adjourned into a closed session at its work session at 10:30 A.M.. Motion was made by Vice President Guns, seconded by Commissioner Demmler and unanimously carried to pursuant to the State Government, Annotated Code of Maryland 10-508 (a) (1), (3), (4) & (7); Personnel, acquisition of real property, legal advice, consider a matter that concerns the proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the state.
The meeting of the Board of County Commissioners for Cecil County, May 6, 2008 was called to order by Commissioner Manlove at 7:00 p.m. and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes from the April 15, 2008 were unanimously approved.
The minutes from the April 22, 2008 rezoning hearing were unanimously approved.
The minutes from the April 22, 2008 public information hearing were unanimously approved.
-COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS-
Commissioner Tome - commented about the upcoming budget hearing and encouraged all citizens to provide the Board with their comments. He also commented about the Perryville Middle School dedication and the Special Olympics in which he attended.
Commissioner Lockhart - declined comment.
Commissioner Demmler - spoke of the employee recognition event that was held for county employees and of the recent building dedication ceremony for the County Administrative Building.
President Manlove - declined comment.
Vice President Guns - declined comment
- PROCLAMATION - CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS WEEK -
The Board presented a proclamation to several members of the administration staff and correctional staff of the Cecil County Detention Center in honor of "Correctional Officers Week", May 5th - 11th and commended the entire staff on a job well done.
- CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT -
The Board presented a Certificate of Achievement to Spencer Harjung for his recent accomplishment for winning the "National Oratorical Contest" sponsored by the American Legion.
- PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK -
The Board presented a proclamation to Sandy Turner, Tourism Director for Cecil County, proclaiming the month of May "Tourism Month" in Cecil County.
- PROCLAMATION - SAFE BOATING WEEK -
The Board presented a proclamation to members of the Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla in honor of safe boating week.
- PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCE - AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 188, SEAL COUNTY -
Alfred C. Wein, Jr., County Administrator, presented an ordinance proposing amendment to Chapter 188, Seal of County. The proposed ordinance amends the language in Chapter 188 to include "Cecil County" and the year of incorporation of "1674" to the seal. The following language is proposed: [In addition, a thin black and orange border line shall surround the scene described above: Surrounded by a crimson red border with "Cecil County" in white letters symmetrically located around the top of the border and "1674" in white located horizontally across the bottom of the border; and a thin black and orange border line surrounding the entire seal.]
This ordinance will be presented to the Board for consideration at the May 20, 2008 Board of County Commissioner's meeting.
COMMENTS SUPPORT/OPPOSITION -
Tom McWilliams - spoke in support of the proposed amendment to Chapter 188.
- PUBLIC COMMENT -
Kim Schmidt, 153 Forge Court, North East - commented in support of the acquisition of the Sonic Building for recreational purposes for the citizens of the county.
Debbie Hardy, 3 Bluffs Drive, Conowingo - commented in support of the acquisition of the Sonic Building.
Tom McWilliams, Elkton - commented in opposition to the acquisition of the Sonic Building, he stated that due to the financial situation of the county, this is an unnecessary purchase.
George Kaplan, Colora - commented in favor of the Board's decision for "Code Home Rule".
Charles Herzog, Colora - commented in favor of "Code Home Rule" and recommended that the Board present a unified front for this effort. He also expressed concern for the purchase of the Sonic Building.
-INTRODUCTORY ITEMS -
- RECOMMENDED REVISIONS TO INVESTMENT POLICY STATEMENT FOR CECIL COUNTY PENSION PLAN FOR PUBLIC SAFETY EMPLOYEES -
Alfred C. Wein, Jr., County Administrator, introduced to the Board recommended revisions to the Investment Policy Statement for the Cecil County Pension Plan for Public Safety Employees as recommended by the Board of Trustees and the Investment Consultant.
This matter will be presented to the Board for consideration at the May 20, 2008 Board of County Commissioners Meeting.
- LEASE AGREEMENT - SENIOR SERVICES & COMMUNITY TRANSIT & PERRYVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH -
Susan Twigg, Director of SS&CT presented a lease agreement for the use of the Perryville Presbyterian Church Activity Building, located at 710 Broad Street, Perryville, MD for the use of their facility for senior services in the Perryville area. Monthly rental installments consist of the costs of utilities incurred. A payment of $400 will remain in effect for one year.
This lease agreement will be presented to the Board at the May 20, 2008 meeting for consideration.
- RESOLUTION - HEALTH INSURANCE RETIREMENT - MONTHLY CONTRIBUTION INCREASES -
Donna Nichols, Director of Human Resources introduced a resolution, upon the recommendation of the Health Advisory Board, recommending a revision/increase to the monthly supplements for retirees effective July 1, 2008.
This resolution will be presented to the Board at the May 20, 2008 meeting.
- CECIL COMMUNITY CENTER - BASEBALL/SOFTBALL -
Clyde Van Dyke, Director of Parks & Recreation presented an agreement between the Board of County Commissioners/Department of Parks & Recreation and the Rising Sun Little League for the use of fields at 17 Wilson Street at the Cecil Community Center. This agreement is in accordance with the Program Open Space guidelines and addresses the responsibilities of maintenance, scheduling and management of the fields.
This agreement will be presented at the Board's May 20, 2008 meeting for consideration.
- MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING, LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES, 105 BROWN COURT, ELKTON, MD -
Administrator Wein introduced a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Social Services Board for the use of 105 Brown, Court, Elkton by the Department of Social Services for service intake interviews, the storage of donated items and to utilize the building for victim interviews by members of the Child Advocacy Center, Sexual Abuse Unit. The memorandum outlines the duties and responsibilities of both entities and will be on a month-to-month basis.
This lease agreement will be presented to the Board at their May 20, 2008 meeting.
- SUBMISSION OF QUESTION OF CODE HOME RULE STATUS TO REGISTERED VOTERS OF THE COUNTY FOR THEIR ADOPTION OR REJECTION -
At the Commissioner's worksession of April 29, 2008, the Board discussed the consideration of adopting the code form of home rule. At the Board of County Commissioners meeting of May 20, 2008, a formal vote will be taken and the decision will be made on whether or not to proceed with code home rule form of government. At that time in accordance with Article 25 of the Annotated Code of Maryland two public hearings will be scheduled to hear public input and opinion regarding this issue. At the Board's meeting of July 22, 2008 a resolution will be introduced for future adoption.
- ACTION ITEMS -
- OPTION AGREEMENT - ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY, 2706 NORTH EAST ROAD, NORTH EAST, MD - SONIC SPORTS COMPLEX -
Administrator Wein presented the Option Agreement between the Board and North East LC, Andrew G. Martin, John F. Haffey and Leslie McFadden for the purchase of the subject property located at 2706 North East Road, North East, MD, otherwise know as "Sonic".
Motion to exercise the option agreement was made by Vice President Guns as set forth in the terms of the agreement. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Tome.
Vice President Guns as Ex-Officio of the Parks & Recreation Board commented that this purchase by the county through funding provided by Program Open Space will benefit all citizens of the county and help to promote fitness and healthy alternatives for Cecil County youth.
Commissioner Demmler commented that the funding for this acquisition is through Program Open Space.
President Manlove commented that he has many reservations about this land acquisition, he is concerned that the purchase of this property will decrease property tax revenue for the county and he is also concerned that the estimated costs to operate the building will be far greater than anticipated.
The motion was carried by a majority vote.
VOTE: Manlove - N, Guns - Y, Demmler - Y, Lockhart - Y, Tome - Y
- DEED, PERRYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL AND PERRYVILLE LIBRARY -
Administrator Wein presented a Deed for consideration granting unto the Board of County Commissioners 0.191 acres of property to be used as a public street for access to the Perryville Middle School and the Perryville Public Library from Goldberg Perryville, LLC.
Motion to accept the Deed was made by Commissioner Tome, seconded by Commissioner Demmler and unanimously carried.
-RESOLUTION - WINDING BROOK SPECIAL TAXINING DISTRICT -
Administrator Wein presented the resolution establishing the yearly fees for the Winding Brook special taxing district for trash collection and mowing of the common areas as presented at a public hearing on April 15, 2008.
Motion to approve the resolution was made by Commissioner Tome, seconded by Commissioner Lockhart and unanimously carried. A copy of this resolution is attached hereto and made part of these minutes.
- DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS -
W. Scott Flanigan, Director of Public Works presented the following items for consideration:
- BID AWARD NO. 08-35 - GRASS MOWING, COUNTY ROADS -
Upon the recommendation of Mr. Flanigan, motion was made by Vice President Guns, seconded by Commissioner Tome, and unanimously carried to award Bid No. 08-35 to Magnum Construction in the amount of $21,000 and Contract Machine & Tool, Inc., in the amount of $93,000.
- BID AWARD - 08-33 - COUNTY GRASS MOWING -
Upon the recommendation of Mr. Flanigan, motion was made by Commissioner Tome, seconded by Commissioner Demmler and unanimously carried to award Bid No. 08-33, to Grass Busters Landscaping Co., Inc., in the amount of $70,175.00.
REJECT BID NO. 08-16-55017 - SENECA POINT FACILITY REPAIRS -
Upon the recommendation of Mr. Flanigan, motion was made by Vice President Guns, seconded by Commissioner Tome and unanimously carried to reject Bid No. 08-16-55017 for further revision by the Department of Public Works.
- BID NO. 08-11-55030 - PRINCIPIO SANITARY SEWER SUBDISTRICT SOUTH INTERCEPTOR -
Upon the recommendation of Mr. Flanigan, motion was made by Commissioner Demmler, seconded by Vice President Guns and unanimously carried to table this bid pursuant to ongoing discussion with the Town of Charlestown relating to this project.
- BID NO. 08-36 - EMS GEAR -
Upon the recommendation of Director Richard Brooks, motion was made by Commissioner Demmler, seconded by Commissioner Tome and unanimously carried to award Bid No. 08-36 to Singer Associates in the amount of $48,866.76.
- BUDGET AMENDMENT NOS. 93 - 96 -
Motion was made by Commissioner Demmler, seconded by Commissioner Tome, and unanimously carried to approve Budget Amendment Nos. 93-96. A copy of these budget amendments are attached hereto and made part of these minutes.
The next regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners will be held on May 20, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Charlestown Fire House, Charlestown, MD.
There being no further business of the County Commissioners, the meeting concluded.
_____________________________ Alfred C. Wein, Jr. County Administrator
Approved:
____________________________ William C. Manlove, President > |