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Tuesday, April 8, 2003

The regular monthly meeting of the Woodsboro Town Council was held on Tuesday, April 8, 2003 at the Fire Hall at 7:00 pm. In attendance were Burgess Trimmer, Commissioners Hub, Smith and Morgan and 7 residents.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM. The minutes from the last meeting were reviewed. There being no corrections or additions, Burgess Trimmer said the minutes would stand approved as presented.

The treasurer’s report was reviewed. The town had a CD mature on April 6, 2003. Commissioner Hub motioned to roll-over the CD for another year. Commissioner Smith seconded. Passed 2-1 with Commissioner Morgan against. Commissioner Smith motioned to accept the treasurer’s report as presented. Commissioner Hub seconded. Passed 3-0.

Burgess Trimmer said that of the 3 sites considered for the new well, one was drilled 650’ and got 6 GPM. This well was abandoned. Project on hold until company locates water.

A pre-construction meeting on the upgrade of the wastewater treatment plant will be on April 15, 2003. Construction should begin shortly thereafter.

The new heat pump at the wastewater treatment plant has been installed. A problem with the breakers is being checked out.

T-Mobile sent an e-mail informing the Town that they are no longer interested in putting antennas on the water tank.

Burgess Trimmer met with Stambaugh’s, Inc. about the unfinished work on Church Alley. They will try to complete the work in the next week or two.

Planning and Zoning will meet tomorrow night at 7:00 PM. They will be discussing development of the Sale Barn property with 37 homes.

We received a letter from Public Works approving $31,000.00 from POS to pave the parking lot on the east side of the creek in the park.

The Woodsboro/New Midway Rec Council will sponsor a 10K run this weekend. Burgess Trimmer said the contractor has promised that the path will be repaired in time for the run.

The digital camera discussed last month has been purchased.

Burgess Trimmer thanked the News-Post for the well written articles about the water leak in the Industrial Park. The Town is in the process of getting bids for putting in a new line.

Burgess Trimmer said that three ordinances introduced last month were approved in error. According to the Code, an ordinance cannot be presented and voted on at the same meeting. Commissioner Morgan motioned to rescind last month’s vote. Commissioner Hub seconded. Passed 3-0.

Under new business, Commissioner Morgan motioned to approve the three ordinances presented at last month’s meeting. Commissioner Hub seconded. Passed 3-0.

Mary Klotz wanted to discuss the rate structure for water and sewer bills. She feels the present structure does not encourage residents to conserve water. She volunteered to work on a committee to restructure rates and still bring in the same amount of revenue. Commissioner Smith reminded Mary that businesses get a tax deduction for water and sewer rates while residents do not. Commissioner Morgan said he would like to see a minimum water charge added to the current rate structure. This issue will be discussed at a later date at a workshop.

Burgess Trimmer opened the floor for nominations for the two commissioners seats. Judy Katz nominated Ken Morgan. Richard Etzler seconded. Bill Rittlemeyer nominated Gary Smith. Ed Mordan seconded. Burgess Trimmer asked if there were any further nominations three times and then nominations were closed. The election will be held on Saturday, May 10 from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm at the town office.

The Mordan’s asked who owned the right of way behind their property on North Main Street. Commissioner Smith suggested they check the Frederick County tax maps for ownership.

The following bills were approved for payment: Allegheny Power, Verizon, AT&T, Arro Consulting, Univar USA, Gladhill Plumbing, General Engineering, Mid Atlantic Coop., Clapp & Carper, SKS Equipment, Frederick News-Post, N. Z. Cramer, LGIT, Gladhill Construction, Wantz Chevrolet and Fogle’s Septic Clean.

There being no further business to discuss, Commissioner Morgan motioned to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Smith seconded. Passed 3-0.

These minutes are a summarization of the events and discussions which took place at the meeting. For more complete information, please refer to the audio tape on file at the Town office.

Respectfully Submitted,

Administrative Assistant