Meeting minutes of Town Council Meeting on November 7, 2006                    

As reviewed, approved, and accepted by the Town Council on December 5, 2006

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, Charles Bradsher and Tom Wilkinson were present.  Council Member David Preusch was absent. The Clerk and the Treasurer were present.

The minutes of the regular Town Council Meeting on October 3, 2006 were approved as submitted.

Treasurer’s Report:  Reviewing the Profit and Loss Report for the month of September, 2006, total income for the month of September, 2006 was $8,009.00.  Major expenses for September, 2006 were $ 950.00 for accounting services. $842.00 for payroll; and; $2,568.00 for waste management. Total expenses for the month of September, 2006 were $7,798.00 for a net income of $211.00.  Looking at the Balance Sheet for the month of September, 2006, the fund balance for the general fund is $191,021.00; for the CIP account, the balance is $69,501.00 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, 2006 are $645,426.00.

 Reviewing the Profit and Loss Report for the month of October, 2006, Real Property taxes in the amount of $47,088.00 were received; total income for the month of October, 2006 was $50,044.00.  Major expenses for October, 2006 were $ 2,03300 for ground maintenance; $2,614.00 for payroll; and; $2,568.00 for waste management. Total expenses for the month of October, 2006 were $10,444.00 for a net income of $39,600.00.  Looking at the Balance Sheet for the month of October, 2006, the fund balance for the general fund is $227,846.00; for the CIP account, the balance is $71,825.00 and the balance for the fixed assets fund is $384,904.00.  The total assets for the Town of Laytonsville for the month of October, 2006 are $684,576.00.

Council Member Frank Bennett made the motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report for the months of September and October as submitted, subject to audit.  Council Member Tom Wilkinson seconded.  Unanimously approved.

The Treasurer distributed copies of the Town’s audit as prepared by Lindsey & Associates. Copies are available through the Treasurer’s office. Mrs. Wilkinson reviewed the audit.

Discussion/Action Items:

Council Member Charles Bradsher: Mayor Oland recognized Council Member (Major) Charles Bradsher upon his return from Iraq. Mayor Oland reported that a website: www.letssaythanks.com can be accessed to send a card to military members still in Iraq.

Rolling Ridge Recordation: Mayor Oland reported that the deed for the ByPass and the easement deed for the sidewalk at the Laytonsville VFD are in the process of being recorded.

Local Government Insurance Trust Hazard Evaluation Survey: A survey was conducted by LGIT on October 30, 2006. Items recommended: a personnel policy manual, a risk management committee, electrical junction box identification tags, monitoring of the Town Hall front porch and logs should be completed.

Text Amendment – Amend Section 115 of the Zoning Ordinance Entitled “Extensions, Projections and Accessory Uses”: Mayor Oland introduced a proposed ordinance to further define accessory uses drafted by Counsel, Stanley D. Abrams. A public hearing will be scheduled for December 5, 2006.

Text Amendment – Amend Section 104 of the Zoning Ordinance Entitled “Definitions”: Mayor Oland introduced a proposed ordinance to further define churches and religious institutions drafted by Counsel, Stanley D. Abrams. A public hearing will be scheduled for December 5, 2006.

Gulf Park Estates VFD: Mayor Oland reported that $315.80 was collected at the Laytonsville Homecoming 2006 picnic in donations and $5,670.00 was collected from the proceeds of the picnic to send to the Gulf Park Estates VFD in Mississippi.

Stadler Agricultural Easement: Mayor Oland introduced Pete Stadler. Mr. Stadler reported that it is his suggestions that the Town receive an agricultural preservation easement on agricultural-zoned property within the Stadler Nurseries property. Jody Kline, Esq. is reviewing the document language. The preservation easement will be submitted to the Mayor and Council for review. Mayor Oland reported that after review, hearings will be scheduled.

Town Hall Pavilion: Mayor Oland distributed a packet of proposed models for the planned Town Hall pavilion. Council should review the material for further discussion at the regular meeting on December 5, 2006.

Verizon Digital Agreement: Mayor Oland reported that Verizon and Montgomery County have been in discussion regarding digital access. The agreement is being reviewed by Stanley D. Abrams regarding the Town’s participation. The Mayor and Council can further review at the December 5, 2006 regular meeting.

Laytonsville Homecoming 2006 Picnic: The wrap-up meeting was held on October 24, 2006 and suggestions were: additional food; covered dishes; additional flags for dignitaries and additional lighting.

Laytonsville Logo Contest: A draft flyer was distributed to the Mayor and Council for review. The logo contest will be held from February 1, 2007 through March 30, 2007 and is open to citizens and other residents within the broader community of Laytonsville.

Town Hall Tree Lighting: On December 9, 2006 the Town Hall Tree Lighting event will be held at 4:30 p.m.

Work Session: The Work Session scheduled for December has been cancelled.

Action Items:

Council:

Citizens:

Phyllis Sterling submitted information from the Fifth District Police Department regarding new legislation for ATVs. Mayor Oland will review to determine if the Town should institute similar guidelines or adopt Montgomery County’s guidelines.

Wayne Sterling questioned progress of water delivery to the Town. Mayor Oland reported that Montgomery County still has to lower the Town’s category from W6 to W3. The target date for the water tank for the Town is 2008.

Council Member Frank Bennett made the motion to adjourn at 8:35 p.m.  Council Member Charles Bradsher seconded.  Unanimously approved.

Respectfully submitted,

Cathryn D. Buit

Clerk

November 7, 2006

REMINDER: THE LAYTONSVILLE HOMECOMING 2006 PORCELAIN ORNAMENT IS ON SALE AT THE TOWN HALL

THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LAYTONSVILLE WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THE VERY BEST FOR THIS HOLIDAY SEASON. HAPPY NEW YEAR!