Work Session Meeting minutes of the Town Council Work Session on June 1, 2004

As reviewed, approved and accepted by the Town Council on July 6, 2004

At the conclusion of the regular Town Council Meeting on June 1, 2004, the Mayor opened a Work Session at 8:02 p.m. Council Members Frank Bennett, Charles Bradsher, David Preusch and Tom Wilkinson were present. Council Member-Elect David Halperin was present. The Clerk and Treasurer were present. There were five citizens present.

Mr. Pete Stadler, representing Laytonsville Nurseries, Inc. reported that water tests have been completed in conjunction with the pre-preliminary plan of subdivision submitted by Laytonsville Nurseries. The engineers will soon start perc tests. Mr. Stadler wanted to receive general ideas from the Mayor and Council regarding the layout of the 50 lots represented on the pre-preliminary plan which was distributed at the Work Session.

Council Member David Preusch questioned whether Montgomery County would approve access to the proposed subdivision through Golf Estate Drive. The extension of roadways is a logical connection and Mr. Dick Witmer, Engineer, reported that Montgomery County had approved access.

Walkways to connect the proposed development to the Town were discussed.

Council Member Bennett reported that he cannot approve any pre-preliminary plan until access through Maple Knoll Drive is made a part of the pre-preliminary plan. Council Member Bennett would also like sidewalks installed throughout the development but especially along Sundown Road.

Council Member Preusch suggested that the Town could buy the vacant lots (2) at Second and Sundown and make the lots into a community gathering place and extend the open space as proposed in the pre-preliminary plan. Access through the development to the current Maryland National Capital Park & Planning park in Sundown was discussed. Mr. Stadler reported that Laytonsville Nurseries only needed permission from MNCP&P to remove a fence to allow access.

Council Member Bennett noted that a drainage ditch should be considered on Lot 15 of the pre-preliminary plan. Council Member Preusch noted that regarding stormwater management both quality and quantity must be considered. Mr. Witmer reported that he has not developed stormwater management plans as of yet.

Council Member Charles Bradsher made the motion to adjourn the Work Session. Council Member David Preusch seconded. The Work Session was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

Cathryn D. Buit

Clerk

June, 1, 2004