Town of Charlestown

Key discussions included the approval of accounts payable totaling $88,470.77. The Commission voted to move forward with hiring attorneys to represent the town in opioid litigation, subject to agreement review, noting that the legal service would be contingent-fee based. The Miller Environmental report detailed water production, maintenance activities, and noted a leak found on Cool Springs, requiring further investigation of Well #1's feed line. The board reviewed the Cecil Co. Sheriff's April 2019 report. Discussions on the FY2020 budget included a newly secured $113,000 grant for Fairgreen Park. The Commission decided to implement weekly safety video meetings for employees using Chesapeake Employers Insurance materials. A motion was approved to draft a five-year lease for the Ice House to Colonial Charlestown to use as a museum for $10 annually. Plans for the Colonial Fair on September 21, 2019, were reviewed, and Commissioner Fockler volunteered to convene the Charter Review Committee. Future park usage fees were discussed, resulting in a proposal to charge $250.00 for a three-hour rental period at Avalon Park, pending further pricing review. Old business covered public bathroom bids for Veterans Park and lease renewal for 630 Water Street. New business included recommending a three-year renewal for the trash collection contract. A new Code Enforcement Officer was introduced, and façade grant exploration for dilapidated properties was mentioned. Public comments raised concerns regarding ditch clearing, bulk pickup schedules, stormwater management on Baltimore Street, beach clean-up at Foot Log Beach and Sandy Beach, and the need for speed calming devices on Frederick Street. Assigned duties for Commissioners were established, including Law Enforcement, Maintenance, Kids Events, and Colonial Charlestown liaison roles.

The January 11, 1994, regular meeting included the administration of the Oath of Office to newly elected Commissioners Robert J. Palmer and Gophery H. Richardson, followed by the election of new officers: David A. Jarinko as President, Joseph G. Letts, Sr. as Vice-President, and Robert J. Palmer as Treasurer. A vacant Town Commissioner seat was filled by appointing B. Frank Shriver for a two-year term. General discussions covered future plans, including the anticipated water service completion for Charlestown Manor, seeking a grant for dredging and boat landing pier construction, and presenting appreciation plaques to former Commissioners. Specific action was taken to request a proposal for upgrading the Town Hall electrical system, and a motion was passed to install a dedicated fax line. The subsequent executive session addressed securing an easement for water line installation in Charlestown Manor, resulting in a motion to direct the Town Attorney to attempt easement acquisition. Business conducted after Mr. Shriver's arrival included deferring discussion on the Tatman & Lee Associates engineering retainer until the next meeting and approving the payment of accounts payable.

The meeting addressed several key items, including the maintenance responsibility for Route 7 and Route 267 in exchange for a new bridge and road, which was tabled pending a meeting with County Commissioners. The new Town Police Officer was introduced and provided a report. A building permit for Mr. Ralph P. Ritter's property was approved. Due to complaints about Cecil Street's condition and dust, a decision was made to tar and chip the street if the cost did not exceed $800.00. Necessary pipe installation work on pipe procurement for jobs in front of the Church property and at Calvert and Conestoga Sts. was authorized. A letter was authorized to be written regarding drainage correction on Mr. Rens Swan's property. Finally, the Boat Launching Ordinance was passed.

The meeting covered several key operational and planning items. Financial reviews included the Accounts Payable report, May Budget Review, May Cash Balance Review, May Accounts Receivable Review, and May Fuel Report Review. Departmental reports included the Miller Environmental Report for May 2012 and the Sheriff's report for April 2012. Discussions addressed a request for increased funding for the Charlestown Fire Co. above the budgeted amount, the acceptance of Edgar McMullen's resignation and the appointment of Linell Sweet to the Ethics Board, and review of the Public Works Agreements for Cool Springs Phase II concerning Roads, Storm Drains, Open Space Improvements, Town Sewer, and Town Water Facilities. New business involved initiating the mandatory offering of the Bay Restoration Fee Hardship Exemption, reviewing the May Building Permit Report, discussing an issue regarding public use of Tasker Lane Beach, and addressing concerns about maintaining distressed properties and the structure of the Historical Commission.

The initial Town Meeting for February 23, 2016, could not be called to order due to a lack of quorum. After a representative from Relay for Life recruited support for the upcoming Cecil County event, Commissioner Capano arrived, allowing the meeting to reconvene. Key discussions included the Accounts Payable review for the amount of $21,123.05. Under New Business, the Commissioners agreed not to proceed with the early renewal and extension of the Cingular Wireless Antenna Lease Agreement, which would have extended the term until 2048.