The City of Brunswick, MD

12/06/2024

MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2024, 6:00PM

1. CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE, AND ROLL CALL

2. MAYOR’S REMARKS
a. Closed Meeting Statement
b. Commission & Committee Appointments
c. History Commission Grant Application Letter of Support
d. FY2024 Audit Presentation

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. Mayor & Council – November 19, 2024
b. Mayor & Council Closed Meeting – November 19, 2024

4. CITIZENS’ FORUM (PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, AND COMMUNICATIONS)

5. INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
a. Resolution 2024-28 – ARPA Budget Update – vote anticipated
b. Resolution 2024-29 – Pocket Park Purchase – vote anticipated
c. Resolution 2024-30 – Legal Services Agreement – AFFF/PFAS Litigation Services – vote anticipated

6. STAFF REPORTS/COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS

7. CONSENT AGENDA
a. PO #250088 Approval – C&H Electric, LLC – WWTP Electric
b. Change Order #240214 Approval – Schneider Electric – WWTP Upgrade Phase 3
c. Brunswick Crossing Section 2A-1 PVP Extended Paving & Utilities Conditional Acceptance and Performance Bond Release

8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

9. NEW BUSINESS
a. Hotel Tax Presentation
b. I&I Contract Approval – Musselman Excavating – vote anticipated
c. Donation Request – 2nd Annual Battle for South Mountain – vote anticipated

10. ADJOURN

To view the back-up documentation for this meeting, click the following link:

12/06/2024

Be sure to join us TOMORROW for our annual Hometown Holidays event. Festivities start at 1pm and go until 8pm.

To purchase tickets for the Santa Train Rides click the following link:

Enjoy a scenic round-trip train ride with Santa and friends!

12/06/2024

Drop-Off Bulk Trash - December 14, 2024

• Items must be dropped off at Public Works dumpster site (600 Petersville Road) between the hours of 8am-3pm.
• Proof of Brunswick residency required.
• Acceptable items include: grills, push mowers, bicycles, exercise equipment, couches & chairs, picnic tables, commodes, bathtubs, sinks, carpet (maximum 3 rolls), pianos, small chairs & tables, cabinets, dressers, bags of clothing, small appliances, small electronics including televisions, computer equipment, and radios, lawn furniture, large outdoor toys, kiddie pools, coolers, buckets, storage totes, plastic shelving, refrigerators & freezers, washer & dryers, wood stoves, water heaters & tanks, air conditioners, dehumidifiers/humidifiers, trash compactors, dishwashers, stoves & ovens, furnaces, batteries, tires ($3 each), mattresses & box springs ($28 each).
• Any item that contains propane tank/gas/oil must be removed prior to collection. If an item contains Freon, a tag stating Freon was removed must be supplied by a certified technician.
• Non-acceptable items include: construction & building materials, explosives & ammunition, yard waste, gasoline or oil, basketball poles, hazardous waste, dead animals, paint, fencing, propane tanks, f***s, household trash, concrete materials, automobile parts, dirt, rocks, sod, cardboard, paper, books, and other single-stream recyclable materials.

12/04/2024

The City Hall elves are back for the season! We’ve decorated our doors to get City Hall in a festive mood. Be sure to “like” your favorites!

11/29/2024

FINANCE & UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
BRUNSWICK CITY HALL
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
5:00 PM

Agenda

1. General Items – Carrie Myers, Director of Finance/Administration
a. Functions & Processes of Commission
b. FY2025 Budget Documents & Finance Reports
c. City Procurement Policy
2. FY2024 Audit – Rikki Bruchey, Deputy Director of Finance/Administration
3. FY2026 Budget Schedule – Julie Martorana, City Administrator
4. ARPA Budget Update – Jeremy Mose, Assistant City Administrator
5. Trash Options Discussion – Jeremy Mose, Assistant City Administrator

To view the backup documentation for this meeting, please click the following link:

11/27/2024

City offices will be closed Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th.

11/27/2024

This Saturday, November 30th is Small Business Saturday. The Mayor and Council issued the attached proclamation at their meeting on November 19th. Please shop local and support Brunswick small businesses!

11/26/2024

11/26/2024

There will be no trash collections taking place on Thursday, November 28th. Please follow the holiday schedule, which pushes collections back one day.

11/22/2024

CHILD'S FAMILY HAS BEEN LOCATED. THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR ALL THE SHARES!!!

Do you recognize this child? He was found walking alone in the Brunswick Crossing Community and is now at the Brunswick Police Department. If you can identify this child, please call 301-600-2071 and inform the call taker you "have information about the found child in Brunswick".

If you do not know this child, please share this post so that we can help him get home.

11/22/2024

Please see below 4th Notice of Public Meeting before Brunswick Mayor & Council to be held on December 10, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall in the 2nd Floor Chambers.
PLEASE NOTE - This agenda item was originally scheduled to be discussed at the November 19, 2024 meeting but was rescheduled for the December 10, 2024 meeting to finalize some details of the plan.

11/21/2024

Brunswick Celebrates Municipal Government Works Month

November is Municipal Government Works Month. During this month, we celebrate the men and women of the City of Brunswick workforce. The City has roughly 60 employees made up of Administration, Finance, Community Development, Planning and Zoning, Public Works, Utilities, and Police. Whether we’re working behind a desk or in the public spotlight, we are working for the residents of Brunswick! We strive to provide adequate public infrastructure, quality events and recreational opportunities, stellar public safety, friendly customer service, and all other areas that make Brunswick such a great place to be! Thank a municipal worker today!

11/20/2024

Important: Lead and Copper Rules Requirement by MDE

Earlier this year, the city took proactive steps to inform residents about the mandatory lead service line inventory. We sent out letters with your water bill and posted information on our website/social media to ensure everyone was aware of this critical requirement from the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE).

To identify unknown service lines, a company was hired to send over 1,200 letters to city residents. If you received one of these letters, your prompt attention and assistance are crucial. Please help us determine the material of your service line so we can comply with MDE regulations and ensure the safety of our water supply.

Why did I get a letter?
Receiving a letter doesn't necessarily mean you have a lead service line. It simply indicates that we need more information about the material of your service line to comply with MDE regulations. That's where you can help. Please click this link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FFQNNY6 to complete the short survey about your service line. Taking a few photos of your service line and uploading them with your survey response will help us accurately determine its material. Your participation is crucial for identifying potential lead service lines and ensuring the safety of our water supply.

How else can I help?
Spread the word! If you know neighbors who also received a letter, encourage them to complete the survey. The more information we get, the better we can plan and prioritize our work. For more information about the Lead and Copper Rule, visit the MDE website https://mde.maryland.gov/programs/water/water_supply/Pages/Pb_and_Cu_Rule.aspx

See the Results of Our Work
Click here https://pws-ptd.120wateraudit.com/brunswickmd to view the Public Transparency Dashboard, which details the results of this important initiative. As we continue to receive more survey results, we will periodically update this dashboard to reflect the latest information. We're committed to transparency and keeping you informed about our progress in ensuring the safety of your water.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated!

11/19/2024

Update Regarding Paving Projects

The City of Brunswick is aware of numerous State Highway Administration (SHA) paving projects that are going on in and around the City. We understand the significant impacts these projects have on our community however these projects are occurring on SHA routes and under the supervision of SHA. City officials were contacted prior to the start of all projects and requested paving be completed during overnight hours. Throughout the projects we have stayed in constant communication with our contacts at SHA regarding various issues that have arisen. We encourage the community to reach out should you experience issues or believe you have problems to report with the manner in which the work is being completed. Thoughts, concerns, and questions should be directed to the SHA District 7 office at:
5111 Buckeystown Pike
Frederick, Maryland 21704
Frederick County
Phone: 301-624-8100 or 800-635-5119

The following initial notice was shared on the City’s website and social media:
The State Highway Administration will make roadway improvements to three roadways in the Brunswick area starting Tuesday, October 1. The three locations are:
• MD 478 (Knoxville Rd) from MD 180 (Jefferson Pike) to the Brunswick city limits
• MD 17 between MD 464 and Center St
• MD 464 (Souder Rd/Point of Rocks Rd) between MD 17 (Burkittsville Rd) and Frazer Rd
To minimize disruption to local residents, the schedule is Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The project requires a single-lane closure during work hours. A flagging operation will maintain two-way travel on the road. Priority will be given to emergency vehicles and school buses.
The contractor will first make repairs to cracks and depressions on all three roadways. Crews will then mill and pave the roads in the following order: MD 478, MD 17 and MD 464.
The project’s start date is weather permitting and may be pushed to later in the week. Completion is expected in November.

11/18/2024

The City of Brunswick received notification that our 2024 application for Sustainable Maryland Recertification had been approved, reinstating our participation in the Sustainable Maryland program. The official award was presented to city officials at the fall Maryland Municipal League (MML) Conference on November 8, 2024.

Sustainable Maryland is a voluntary certification program serving Maryland municipalities interested in prioritizing overall livability and advancing sustainable initiatives into the future. Program participants gain access to resources for sustainable action implementation and opportunities to foster new sustainable priorities in their community.

Among many others, sustainable priorities such as our green purchasing policy, stormwater best management practice planning and implementation, and urban tree planting initiatives awarded the city a Silver certification in the program.

This year’s application was carefully and thoroughly compiled by Sarah Frost and members of the Sustainable Brunswick Committee. The city recognizes the significant effort involved in compiling the application and commends the effort to showcase our commitment to prioritizing sustainability throughout city matters.

The Sustainable Brunswick Committee meets every first Tuesday at 7 PM at the Brunswick Library. The committee welcomes all community members interested in getting involved with current efforts and future opportunities to support sustainability in Brunswick.

11/18/2024

Mayor & Council Closed Session
Tuesday, November 19, 2024, immediately following
Mayor & Council Meeting

The Mayor and Council will hold a closed session on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 immediately following their 6:00pm open session, to discuss a personnel matter in accordance with the Maryland Open Meetings Act, State Government Article, Section 3-305.

I. Convene
II. Discussion
III. Motion to Adjourn

11/18/2024

Hydrant Flushing

The City of Brunswick will begin fire hydrant flushing on Monday, November 18, 2024. We will begin in Zone 1 of the attached map.

Hydrant flushing is completed to rid the water system of debris and tuberculation. As lines are being flushed, residents may notice low or no water pressure. Please refrain from drawing water through your lines if you notice low water pressure. After flushing has been completed you may notice discolored or cloudy water. It is best to run an outside spigot or spigot in the lowest floor of your home until water runs clear before use.

Please contact City Hall at 301-834-7500 with any questions.