Meeting minutes of Town Council Meeting on October 4, 2005                       

As reviewed, approved, and accepted by the Town Council on November 1, 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, Charles Bradsher and David Halperin were present.  The Town Planner, Stanley O. Benning was present.  The Clerk and the Treasurer were present.  There were 8 citizens present.

 

The minutes of the regular meeting of September 6, 2005 were reviewed.  Council Member David Preusch made the motion to approve the minutes of the regular Town Council Meeting of September 6, 2005 as submitted.  Council Member Frank Bennett seconded the motion.  Unanimously approved.  The minutes of the Public Hearings held on September 6, 2005 were reviewed.  Council Member David Preusch made the motion to approve the Public Hearing minutes of September 6, 2005 as submitted.  Council Member Frank Bennett seconded.  Unanimously approved. 

 

 

Treasurer’s Report:  Reviewing the Profit and Loss Report for the month of September, 2005, major sources of income were $1,483.00 in real property tax and $1,318.00 reimbursement from Elm Street Development (Jones Farm).  Total income for the month of September, 2005 was $3,507.00.  Major expenses for September, 2005 were $1,560.00 for grounds maintenance and demolition (two red sheds on Town Hall property); $1,273.00 in legal expenses; $2,312.00 in payroll expenses; and $2,271.00 in waste collection expenses.  Total expenses for the month of September, 2005 were $9,670.00, for a net income of -$6,163.00.  Looking at the Balance Sheet for the month of September 2005, the fund balance for the general fund is $131,461.00; for the CIP account, the balance is $43,805.00; and the balance for the fixed assets fund is $384,904.00.  The total assets for the Town of Laytonsville for the month of September, 2005 are $560,170.    Council Member Frank Bennett made the motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report as submitted, subject to audit.  Council Member David Halperin seconded.  Unanimously approved.

 

Town Picnic:    Mayor Oland reported that the first-ever Town of Laytonsville Town Picnic was a success on September 17, 2005 thanks to the efforts of Jim O’Hair and the many sponsors and volunteers.  A wrap-up meeting will be held on October.  It was agreed by consensus that any profit from the picnic would be directed to the Hurricane Katrina Relief effort.

 

J.B. Kline, Jr. Snow Plowing Services:  A contract has been received for the 2005-2006 season from J.B. Kline, Jr. Snow Plowing Services.  The contract reflects an increase of $5.00 per hour for plowing services; spreading; materials; and a $10.00 increase in treating sidewalks in the Town.

 

 

 

 

Lt. Gov. Michael S. Steele:  Lieutenant Governor Michael S. Steele will visit the Town of Laytonsville on October 11, 2005.  He will arrive at the Town Hall at 9:30 a.m.  The Lt. Gov. and his staff will conduct a walking tour of the Tow to include the Laytonsville Elementary School, the Laytonsville Volunteer Fire Department, the newly-opened Pistachio Café and Stadler’s Nursery.  Council Members should confirm their attendance with the Clerk.

 

Jones Farm Property (Rolling Ridge) Preliminary Plan, Phase II:   Michael Bingley, Elmstreet Development (Jones Farm Property – Rolling Ridge), Sally Stewart, Charles P. Johnson and Associates  and Sue Carter, Miller, Miller and Canby reviewed the revisions requested by the Mayor, Council and the Historic District Commission as they relate to Phase II of the Preliminary Plan to include:

 

  1. No reference was made in this revision to the Forest Conservation Plan.  (Forest Conservation Plan is currently being reviewed).

 

  1. Relocation of portion of the natural surface trail at creek crossing.

 

  1. Eliminated electric utility crossing in the PUE at lot #12 across the sewer line.

 

  1. Amended Lot #6 driveway

 

Mr. Bingley reported that the revision reflected that the existing trees would remain on the Voit property and a 30’ conservation easement at the rear of the Voit property.

 

The Town Planner, Stan Benning, recommended approval of the Preliminary Plan of Subdivision for the Jones Property, Phase II, as submitted subject to conditions.

                                                                                    

Mayor Oland reported that a letter dated September 27, 2005 from the Historic District Commission regarding Phase II of the Preliminary Plan for the Jones Property (Rolling Ridge) had been received and would be entered as a part of the record.

 

Montgomery County Council Water and Sewer Service Category:  Mayor Oland appeared before the Transportation and Environment Committee of the Montgomery County Council on September 29, 2005 and reported that the Town of Laytonsville would recommend denial of the permit from the Derwood Bible Church requesting a change in the water and sewer category classification for property located at Griffith Road and Route 108. 

 

Private Institutional Facilities:  On November 8, 2005 a hearing will be held at the Montgomery County Council offices reviewing Private Institutional Facilities in the Agricultural Reserve.  It is the Town’s position that PIFs should be reviewed as Special Exceptions in this zone.

 

Adopt Town – Maryland Municipal League:  The Town of Laytonsville has been in discussion with the Maryland Municipal League and the leagues of Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana regarding the adoption of a similar-size Town to assist in some monetary relief from the devastation caused by the recent hurricanes.

 

School Bus Signage:  A request has been made by a resident of the Town to install a “School Bus Ahead” sign.  Mayor Oland will contact Montgomery County Department of Transportation. 

 

WSSC -  Laytonsville Pumping Station Site Evaluation Study:    The Site Evaluation Study has been received.  Interested parties can obtain a copy from the Town Clerk. WSSC is working with Laytonsville Elementary School to conduct an information meeting.

 

Resolution to Increase Sign Deposit Fee:  A resolution to increase the sign deposit fee for the Town of Laytonsville from $250.00 to $300.00 was discussed.

 

Work Session:  The Mayor and Council have cancelled the Work Session on October 18, 2005.

 

Action Items:

 

J.B. Kline, Jr. Snow Plowing Services Contract:  Council Member Frank Bennett made the motion to accept the snow removal contract from J.B. Kline, Jr. Show Plowing Services for the 2005-2006.  Council Member Charles Bradsher seconded the motion.  Unanimously approved.

 

Jones Farm Property (Rolling Ridge) Preliminary Plan – Phase II:  Council Member Frank Bennett made the motion to accept the revisions as submitted by the Town Planner, Mr. Benning as they pertain to Phase II of the Preliminary Plan:

 

  1. Copies of all letters of approval from all appropriate Montgomery County approval agencies must be submitted to the Town Clerk along with copies of the preliminary plan that show any required modifications of the subject preliminary plan.  The Mayor and Town Council will reserve the right to review any changes that are required by the approval agencies before making final approval and receipt of record plot.

 

  1. All joint use access and utility easements will be 30’ wide centered on the pavement of the driveway

 

“A”.  The outside curve of the driveway pavement shown adjacent to Lot 6 and in an easement on Lot 12 will have minimum radius of 100’.

 

“B”.  The outside curve of the driveway pavement of the two curves shown on Lots 10 and 11 shall have a minimum radius of 50’.

 

  1. Provide a 10’ wide utility easement on Lot 11 along its common property line with Lot 12.

 

  1. Modification of all Conservation Easements as required by the appropriate approval agencies.

 

Council Member David Preusch seconded the motion.  Unanimously approved.

 

Resolution to Increase Sign Deposit Fee:  Council Member David Preusch made the motion to increase the Town of Laytonsville’s sign deposit fee from $250.00 to $300.00 in accordance with Section 127.05 (d) of the Zoning Ordinance.  Council Member David Halperin seconded.  Unanimously approved.

 

 

 

 

Council:

 

Council Member Frank Bennett noted that two residents had recently cleared their yards and requested that the Town send a letter of appreciation. 

 

Council Member David Halperin reported that his daughter, Heather Young, was donating a portion of her earned proceeds to the Red Cross.

 

 

Citizens:

 

Eric Wenger inquired about wheeled recycling bins.  The Town’s contractor does not provide wheeled bins.

 

Merritt Techter commended the Town’s contractor on the special bulk pick up.

 

Phyllis Sterling reported that the Committee to Preserve the Reserve appreciates the efforts of the Mayor and Council and their interest in the Private Institutional Facilities issue as it related to the Agricultural Reserve.

 

Council Member Frank Bennett made the motion to adjourn at 8:40 p.m.  Council Member David Halperin seconded.  Unanimously approved.

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

 

 

Cathryn D. Buit

Clerk

October 4, 2005

 

 

REMINDER:  THE “I  Laytonsville” T-SHIRTS ARE STILL AVAILABLE AT THE TOWN HALL FOR YOUR HOLIDAY GIFT SHOPPING.  EACH SHIRT IS $15.00 FOR THE LONG-SLEEVED, WHITE SHIRT.  PLEASE CALL THE TOWN HALL (301) 869-0042.

 

REMINDER:  YARD WASTE IS PICKED UP ON MONDAYS FROM MAY THROUGH NOVEMBER OF EACH YEAR.  PLEASE DO NOT PLACE YARD WASTE AT CURB AFTER november 28, 2005.