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MAYOR & COUNCIL
MINUTES
MARCH 11, 2024
The regular meeting of the Funkstown Mayor and Council was held on Monday, March 11, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the Mayor and Council Chambers at Town Hall.
In attendance were Mayor Paul Crampton, Jr., Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott, Terry Feiser, Gary Middlekauff, Barry Warrenfeltz, and Rich Gaver, and John Phillips, III.
Also in attendance were Charlie Evans, Joe Royce, Marie Royce, Glenn Fuscsick, Kevin Kotanko, Joan Kotanko, David Harman, Bobby Rodgers, Jeff Cline, Washington County Commissioner; Dakota Watson, Washington County Sheriff Deputy; and Brenda Haynes, Town Manager.
The meeting of the Mayor and Council, in compliance with the Maryland Open Meetings Law and the Emergency Ordinance of the Town regarding Open Meeting Compliance, will be audio streamed via the Town’s Facebook page. In person attendance is now permitted at the meetings with social distancing and masks are optional.
A moment of silence was held, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance by full assemblage.
Minutes
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz to approve the minutes. Unanimously approved.
Glenn Fuscsick – Funkstown Fire Company
Mr. Glenn Fuscsick is President of the Funkstown Fire Company. Mr. Fuscsick and several fire company members attended the meeting regarding this year’s Re-enactment. The fire company serves food on Saturday and Sunday. Last year they put in 120 man hours and the sales were very low. Their net profit for the event was $400.00. A lengthy discussion was held regarding the attendance and how to better promote the event, and also changing the web page to do a complete overhaul to make it more user friendly. They are only willing to serve breakfast on Sunday.
Chad Walker – Wagon Train
Mr. Chad Walker was not in attendance, but the Mayor and Council approved the Wagon Train to spend the night at the Funkstown Park on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz to approve a $500.00 donation from the Hotel/Motel funding for the annual Wagon Train event. Unanimously approved.
Constant Yield Tax Rate
The Constant Yield Tax Rate is calculated by the MD Department of Assessments and Taxation for each taxing authority in Maryland. It represents the Real Property Tax Rate for the coming tax year that will generate the same amount of revenue that was generated during the current tax year. The potential revenue for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 is $314,572. Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman John Phillips, III to keep the tax rate at .37 (per $100) for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Unanimously approved.
Proposed Annexation – 2 Lots on Emmert Road adjoining Gaver Meadows
There are two lots on Emmert Road that adjoin Gaver Meadows. Mr. Lyles would like to annex those lots into the town. Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott to approve sending the paperwork to the town attorney to start the annexation process. Unanimously approved.
Washington County Hazard Mitigation Plan (2023 Update) – Review
The Washington County Hazard Mitigation Plan was presented to the Mayor and Council for review. This plan is updated every five years. A Resolution will be at next month’s meeting for final adoption.
MML Dinner
A count was taken for the next MML Dinner to be hosted by the City of Hagerstown on Monday, March 25, 2024. The dinner will be held at Western Enterprise Fire Company located at 526 Washington Avenue. The social hour will begin at 6:00 p.m. followed by the evening meal at 6:30 p.m. The menu for the evening will consist of vegetable and cheese trays, tossed salad, shaved roast beef, salmon croquettes, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, cherry pie or carrot cake. The cost for this meal will be $20.00.
Misc
Washington County Commissioner Jeff Cline attends the re-enactment every year and enjoys it.
Deputy Dakota Watson gave the Mayor and Council a report for the month of February.
Bills
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott to pay the bills. Unanimously approved.
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Terry Feiser to adjourn. Unanimously approved.
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Brenda L. Haynes, Town Manager
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MAYOR & COUNCIL
MINUTES
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
The regular meeting of the Funkstown Mayor and Council was held on Monday, February 20, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Mayor and Council Chambers at Town Hall.
In attendance were Mayor Paul Crampton, Jr., Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott, Terry Feiser, Rich Gaver, John Phillips, III, Gary Middlekauff, and Barry Warrenfeltz.
Also in attendance were Kery Swope, Albright Crumbacker; and Brenda Haynes, Town Manager.
This meeting of the Mayor and Council, in compliance with the Maryland Open Meetings Law and the Emergency Ordinance of the Town regarding Open Meeting Compliance, will be audio streamed via the Town’s Facebook page. In person attendance is now permitted at the meetings.
A moment of silence was held, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance by full assemblage.
Minutes
Motion was made by Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott, seconded by Councilman John Phillips, III to approve the minutes. Unanimously approved.
Audit Report – Albright Crumbacker Moul & Itell
Mr. Kery Swope, Partner with Albright Crumbacker and Moul & Itell, LLC, presented the annual audit report. The Town has a ‘clean, unqualified opinion.”
Pages 1-3 – Independent Auditor’s Report
Pages 4-9 – Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Page 10 – Statement of Net Position
Page 13 – Reconciliation of the Balance Sheet of the Governmental Fund to the Statement of Net Position
Misc
Councilman John Phillips, III stated that the re-enactment plans are coming along.
Bills
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Terry Feiser to pay the bills. Unanimously approved.
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman John Phillips, III to go into closed session. Unanimously approved.
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz to adjourn. Unanimously approved.
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Brenda L. Haynes, Town Manager
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MAYOR & COUNCIL
MINUTES
JANUARY 8, 2024
The regular meeting of the Funkstown Mayor and Council was held on Monday, January 8, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Mayor and Council Chambers at Town Hall.
In attendance were Mayor Paul Crampton, Jr., Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott, Terry Feiser, Rich Gaver, John Phillips, III, and Barry Warrenfeltz.
Also in attendance were Dakota Watson, Washington County Sheriff’s Dept., Nickie Churchey, Mason Churchey, Marie Royce, and Brenda Haynes, Town Manager.
This meeting of the Mayor and Council, in compliance with the Maryland Open Meetings Law and the Emergency Ordinance of the Town regarding Open Meeting Compliance, will be audio streamed via the Town’s Facebook page. In person attendance is now permitted at the meetings.
A moment of silence was held, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance by full assemblage.
Minutes
Motion was made by Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott, seconded by Councilman Rich Gaver to approve the minutes. Unanimously approved.
MML Dinner
The Town of Funkstown will be hosting the MML dinner on Monday, January 22, 2024. The dinner will be held at the Elks Lodge located at 11063 Robinwood Drive, Hagerstown. The menu for the evening will consist of broasted chicken, broiled salmon filet, baked sugar cured ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, tossed salad, cherry pie, coffee, hot and iced tea. A cash bar will be available.
Misc
Mason Churchey is with Scout Troop 23, and for his Eagle Project he constructed an 8×8 pavilion with a bench at the Funkstown Community Park. The location overlooks both baseball fields. He was very grateful to give back to the community. The Mayor and Council thanked him for doing his project at the Funkstown Park, and he did an outstanding job.
Ms. Marie Royce thanked the Mayor and Council for having the curbs cleaned up on Baltimore Street.
Councilman John Phillips, III stated that he is working on the Re-enactment details for this year. The dates are July 19-21, 2024. He will be contacting the fire company to help with the food again, and the website needs to be updated.
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz to pay the bills. Unanimously approved.
Motion was made by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz, seconded by Councilman Rich Gaver to adjourn. Unanimously approved.
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Brenda L. Haynes, Town Manager