William R. White

The board discussed several items, including the status of a Congressional grant, the review of water meter quotes, and the passage of a resolution for the Town Manager Circuit Rider application. The first reading of the budget ordinance was conducted, and the town's policy regarding water bill exemptions for inactive services was upheld. Additionally, the board approved a donation for the Heritage Day fireworks celebration and authorized road closures for the fire department's 100-year anniversary parade.

The board discussed several items, including the increase in grant funding for the FY27 TMCR program, which was tabled for further information. A budget work session was scheduled, and a status update was provided regarding a Critical Area violation. Updates were shared about an upcoming guest speaker for the LESMA dinner. The Superintendent reported on maintenance activities at the fishing area and beach, and discussed measures to prevent unauthorized vehicle access on the beach and hill. Public and Commissioner comments addressed the success of local events, concerns regarding speeding on Ferry Street, the upcoming installation of a historical marker, and support for moving the Open Space designation for Connelly Mill.

The public hearing was held for the Meter/Meter Pit Ordinance #102. The ordinance was read aloud, and no comments were received from the commissioners or the public regarding the proposed regulation.

The meeting included reports on grant applications and a proposal for design work for a living shoreline project, which was accepted. The commissioners approved a resolution regarding a schedule of fines for water meter pit tampering and appointed a new member to the Planning and Zoning commission. Additionally, the board discussed local infrastructure, including Accessory Dwelling Units and ordinances, property maintenance at Main Street Park, regulations for fire hydrant usage, and parking enforcement at Cherry Beach. A discussion regarding a request for financial assistance from Pittsville was tabled until the next session following a closed executive session for legal consultation.

The meeting included discussions on the Living Shoreline project design, the town's participation in the Town Manager/Circuit Rider program, and the signing of the Arcola contract. The board adopted the Water Meter Ordinance #102. Additionally, information was provided regarding the Wicomico Westside Regional Wastewater System, the status of the Barron Creek Bridge repair study, upcoming Historical Commission events, and the upcoming Planning & Zoning Commission meeting regarding accessory dwelling units.