As
reviewed, approved, and accepted by the Town Council on April 5, 2005
The regular meeting of the
Mayor and Town Council was called to
order by Mayor Oland at 7:30 p.m. The
Mayor, Council Members Frank Bennett, David Preusch, David Halperin and Charles
Bradsher were present. The Clerk and
Treasurer were present. There were 7 citizens present.
The minutes of the Public
Hearing on the Comprehensive Amendment to the Town Charter to reestablish the
Corporate Name and Boundaries and General Corporate Powers of the Town of
Laytonsville held on February 1, 2005 were approved as submitted. The minutes of the regular Town Council
Meeting on February 1, 2005 were approved as submitted. The minutes of the Work Session on February
15, 2005 were approved as submitted.
Treasurer’s Report: Reviewing the
Profit and Loss Report for the month of February, 2005, major sources of income
were waste removal fees in the amount of $532.80 and annexation fees in the
amount of $4,930.40. Major expenses
for February, 2005 were $1,735 for snow removal, and $2,454.58 for waste
collection. Looking at the Balance
Sheet for the month of February, 2005, the fund balance for the general fund is
$146,713.00; for the CIP account, the balance is $74,743.00; and the balance
for the fixed assets fund is $380,361.00.
The total assets for the Town of Laytonsville for the month of February,
2005 are $601,817.00. Council Member
Dave Preusch made the motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report as submitted,
subject to audit. Council Member Frank
Bennett seconded the motion. Unanimously approved.
Discussion/Action Items:
Proposed Revision of the Town
Charter: Mayor Oland reported that two
communications had been received from a resident regarding the proposed
revision of the Town Charter and they will become part of the record.
Preliminary Plan of
Subdivision – Laytonsville Communities, LLC (Fulks South):
Mayor Oland reported that the
Town had received a letter from Laytonsville Volunteer Fire Department granting
an easement for a sidewalk through Laytonsville Volunteer Fire Department
property from this subdivision to Route 108.
Proposed 2005-2006 Budget:
A Public Hearing will be scheduled on April 5, 2005 at 7:30 p.m.
to discuss the proposed 2005-2006 Budget for the Town. The Treasurer highlighted some of the
proposed budget:
S. Montgomery Street
traffic: Mayor Oland will ask Matthew Crase to canvass residents regarding
the development of a sign to prevent through large truck traffic.
Close Record on Public
Hearing to consider Resolution to Amend Town Charter: Council
Member Frank Bennett made the motion to close the record on the Public Hearing
to consider the Resolution to Amend the Town Charter. Council Member Dave Preusch seconded the motion. Unanimously
approved. (
S. Montgomery Street
Drainage: Two proposals have been received regarding this project. One from Mane-Line Utilities in the amount
of $29,794.00 and one from Deneau Construction, Inc. in the amount of
$40,990.00. Mayor Oland discussed the
requirement of an insurance certificate for this project as well as a
performance bond.
Elections: Mayor Oland
reported that elections will be held on May 2, 2005 for the positions of Mayor
and two Council Members.
Town Hall Outbuildings: Mayor Oland reported that at the request of
the Historic District Commission, Mrs. Wenger, Mrs. Sterling, Council Member
Bennett and Mayor Oland met with Hank Handler, a restoration contractor
regarding the status of the two outbuildings on the Town Hall property. Mr. Handler reported that the buildings had
no historical value.
Action Items:
Preliminary Plan of
Subdivision – Laytonsville Communities, LLC. (Fulks South):
A fax was received from Montgomery
County Department of Permitting Services stating the revised prints for the
Fulks South Property, dated February 24, 2005 had been reviewed and the plans
are acceptable subject to the following:
Council Member Frank Bennett
made the motion to approve the preliminary plan of Subdivision submitted by
Laytonsville Communities, LLC for the Fulks South subdivision be approved as
presented. Council Member Dave Halperin
seconded. Unanimously approved.
S. Montgomery Street
Drainage: Council Member Frank Bennett made the motion to accept the
proposal in the amount of $33,294 (+) dated January 21, 2005 received from Mane
Line Utilities for the improvement of the storm drain at S. Montgomery and
Howard Streets. Council Member Charles
Bradsher seconded. Unanimously approved.
Outbuildings – Town Hall: Council
Member Frank Bennett made the motion to demolish the two outbuildings and the
trailer located on the Town Hall property side parcel. Council Member Dave Preusch seconded. Unanimously
approved.
Council:
Council Member Dave Halperin
asked if the concrete foundation under the sheds would be retained. Mayor Oland responded that it would.
Citizens:
Mrs. Wenger, Chair of the
Historic District Commission, reported that dues for the Maryland Association
of Historic District Commission had been received. It is to be forwarded to the Treasurer for payment.
Mr. Techter reported that the
Welcome Sign at the south entrance was still leaning. Sterico Signs had been notified.
Council Member Dave Preusch
made the motion to adjourn the meeting.
Council Member Frank Bennett seconded.
Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Cathryn D. Buit
Clerk
March 1, 2005
LET’S
MAKE APRIL A COMMUNITY PRIDE MONTH AND EVERYONE MAKE THE EFFORT TO PICK UP
TRASH THROUGHOUT THEIR NEIGHBORHOODS.
THE TOWN OF LAYTONSVILLE IS A BEAUTIFUL COMMUNITY AND WE WANT TO KEEP IT
THAT WAY!