Laytonsville Historic District Commission

Meeting Minutes-July 18, 2005

The regular meeting of the Laytonsville Historic District Commission (HDC) was called to order by the Chair, Sheree Wenger, at 7:30 p.m. Commission members Howes, Sterling and Techter were present. Commission member Ruspi was absent. Mayor Oland was present.

Commission member Techter made a motion to approve the minutes of the June 20, 2005, meeting. Second by Commission member Howes. The minutes were approved as presented.

Old Business

Commission member Joann Howes has been re-appointed to the HDC and Mayor Oland performed the swearing in procedure. Chair Sheree Wenger also received re-appointment to the HDC and was sworn in at the Town meeting on July 5, 2005.

Chair Wenger stated she had met with Sidra Berman, property owner at 7115 Brink Rd. The purpose of the meeting was to clarify issues related to the work permit. The house is not taller than called for in the original plan and no deck is being planned for the rear of the house. The siding sub-contractor is changing and a new sample of the siding will be provided.

The Chair also reported she had written to the property owner at 7120 Brink Rd in reference to work being performed at that address. The property owner responded by saying a new septic system was installed and parts of the driveway were removed. The driveway was then replaced as it was originally installed. The owner will provide copies of the plat and photographs to document the work.

Ms. Wenger sent a letter to Elm St. Development regarding a maintenance schedule for Rolling Ridge. She is still seeking a contact with the Md. Historical Trust to work with the HDC on contributing and non-contributing resources in the historic district.

New Business

Commission member Sterling made a motion to amend the Procedures of the HDC to include the election of officers annually at the July meeting; Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Second by Ms. Howes. Motion approved.

Ms. Sterling made a motion to nominate Sheree Wenger, Chair, Merritt Techter, Vice Chair, and Phyllis Sterling, Secretary. Second by Ms. Howes. Motion approved.

Motion to adjourn by Mr. Techter. Second by Ms. Howes. Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Phyllis Sterling, Secretary