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MAYOR & COUNCIL
MINUTES
April 14, 2025
The regular meeting of the Funkstown Mayor and Council was held on Monday, April 14, 2025, 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 Philips, III, and Barry Warrenfeltz.
Also in attendance were Happy Hopkins, Angel Stewart, Marie Royce, Edward Kuczynski, Town Attorney, 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 Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz to approve the minutes. Unanimously approved.
Bills
Motion was made by Councilman John Phillips, III, seconded by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz to pay the bills. Unanimously approved.
Wagon Train – May 17,18, 2025 – Request for Donation
The National Pike Festival and James Shaull Wagon Train Foundation each year gives away a $500.00 scholarship to a Washington County Public School Student to further their education in Agriculture, Agronomy, or other related fields. The National Pike Festival is requesting $500.00 again this year to cover breakfast for participants on Sunday morning, May 18, 2025.
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz to give the National Pike Festival $500.00 to cover breakfast on Sunday morning, May 18, 2025. Unanimously approved.
J&J Trash Service
Mr. Happy Hopkins, General Manager, from J&J Trash Service proposes moving the town to automated trash collection service without a price increase. J&J will deliver all initial containers free of charge. They will remain J&J’s property and will be collected if the town switches providers. A detailed list has been provided to the Mayor and Council and has been attached to the minutes as Exhibit A.
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman John Phillips, III, to accept J&J Trash Service with no price increase for Fiscal Year 2026. Unanimously approved.
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City of Hagerstown Water Rate Increase – 14 %
The City of Hagerstown will pass along an increase to Funkstown for FY26 of 14%.
Planning & Zoning Commission Board Members and Appeals Board Member Alternate
The Planning Commission has seven members and one member being an ex officio Barry Warrenfeltz. The current members are Dave Harmon and Lance Crampton, leaving four vacant seats. Motion was made by Councilman John Phillips, III, seconded by Councilman Rich Gaver to appoint the following four to the Planning Commission to a term of five years: Lisa Gossard, Charlie Evans, Angel Stewart, Matt James, Narcissa Boyd. Unanimously approved.
The Board of Zoning Appeals needs one Alternate Board Member. Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz to appoint Malcolm Johnson to the Zoning Appeals position as an Alternate Board Member. Unanimously approved.
Jeff Shank will move to be a full board member.
2025 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. 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 2025-2026. Unanimously approved.
Dump Truck Bids – Gas or Diesel
A dump truck will need to purchased this year. To be included in the budget, the Mayor and Council have two proposals a gasoline or a diesel truck. The Mayor and Council have decided on a gasoline truck. The Mayor and Council would like a proposal on a stainless-steel dump bed for next month’s meeting.
Annexation Petition – David Lyles Developers LLC – Emmert Road
Mr. Ed Kuczynski, Town Attorney, discussed the Annexation Petition. Mr. David Lyles will be selling the property after it is annexed. The developer will pay for all fees associated with the Annexation Petition.
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott to accept the Annexation Petition and introduce the Annexation Resolution. Unanimously approved.
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 Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott to go into closed session. Unanimously approved. The closed session was reopened and the meeting was closed at 8:25 p.m.
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Brenda L. Haynes, Town Manager
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MAYOR & COUNCIL
MINUTES
March 10, 2025
The regular meeting of the Funkstown Mayor and Council was held on Monday, March 10, 2025, 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 Philips, III, and Barry Warrenfeltz.
Also in attendance were Marie Royce, Angel Stewart, Malcolm Johnson 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 Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz to approve the minutes. Unanimously approved.
Bills
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz to pay the bills. Unanimously approved.
Misc
Councilman Terry Feiser stated that improvements will be done to the intersection of Baltimore Street and Edgewood Drive. He will keep the Mayor and Council up to date.
Councilman Terry Feiser stated that Washington County Permits & Inspection will be taking over fire inspections from the State Fire Marshals office effective July 1st. They will be attending the Mayor and Council meeting in the next month or so to discuss the process to the Mayor and Council.
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman John Phillips, III to adjourn. Unanimously approved.
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Brenda L. Haynes, Town Manager
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MAYOR & COUNCIL
MINUTES
February 10, 2025
The regular meeting of the Funkstown Mayor and Council was held on Monday, February 10, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Mayor and Council Chambers at Town Hall.
In attendance were Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott, Terry Feiser, Rich Gaver and Barry Warrenfeltz.
Also in attendance were Marie Royce, Angel Stewart, Deputy Dakota Watkins, Washington County Sheriff’s Department, 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 Councilman Terry Feiser, seconded by Councilman Barry Warrenfeltz to approve the minutes. Unanimously approved.
Bills
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Terry Feiser to pay the bills. Unanimously approved.
Misc
Deputy Dakota Watkins provided an update for police protection for the month.
Councilman Terry Feiser stated that he spoke with Tamaira at the County and was told that the crosswalk being considered on Edgewood Drive at the intersection of Chestnut Street would need to have a traffic study done, and if approved, the project would have to be ADA compliant, which is a federal requirement.
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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MINUTES
January 13, 2025
The regular meeting of the Funkstown Mayor and Council was held on Monday, December 9, 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, John Phillips, III, Gary Middlekauff, Rich Gaver and Barry Warrenfeltz.
Also in attendance were Marie Royce, Angel Stewart, Deputy Dakota Watkins, Washington County Sheriff’s Department, 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 Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott to approve the minutes with the following corrections: Under Misc, change Scout Troop 123 to Scout Troop 23. Unanimously approved with the changes.
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.”
Page 1-3 – Independent Auditor’s Report
Page 9 – Statement of Net Position – Cash Position Is looking very good
Page 13- Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Fund Balance
Page 16- Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Fund Net Position
MML Dinner
A count was taken for the next MML Dinner to be hosted by the Town of Boonsboro. The meeting will be held at the Boonsboro American Legion Clopper-Michael Post 10 located at 710 North Main Street in Boonsboro.
The social hour will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by the evening meal at 6:45 p.m. The menu for the evening will consist of Roast Beef, Baked Ham, Roasted Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes, and Pie. The cost for the meal will be $30.00.
Bills
Motion was made by Councilman John Phillips IIII, seconded by Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott to pay the bills. Unanimously approved.
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Misc
Deputy Dakota Watkins stated that he was on duty in Funkstown during the Olde Tyme Christmas event. The event was very nice.
The town manager was asked to get a price from Merrbaugh Demolition for the upcoming budget to possibly take down the old caretaker’s house on Lagoon Road.
Mayor Paul Crampton stated that the I&I Project is progressing greatly, but on Frederick Road in front of the old Mitzi’s property a sewer line needs to be replaced, because it is beyond repair for the slip lining. The cost of replacing the sewer line will be around $23,000. Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Councilman Gary Middlekauff to approve the cost of $23,000 to replace the sewer line. Unanimously approved.
Motion was made by Councilman Rich Gaver, seconded by Assistant Mayor Sharon Chirgott to adjourn. Unanimously approved.
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Brenda L. Haynes, Town Manager