AGENDAS 2007:


An Executive Session of the Mayor and Council of the Town of Berlin is scheduled at 5:30  p.m.
1. To consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending or potential litigation as authorized by the Annotated Code of Maryland Section 10-508(a)(8)
2. To consider executive matters exempt from Open Meeting Law requirements by Section 10-503(a)(1)(1) of the Annotated Code of Maryland
3. To discuss personnel matters that affect one or more specific individuals pursuant to Section 10-508(s)(1)(ii)3 of the  Annotated Code of Maryland

           
1. Approval of the Minutes for:
    Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on December 27, 2006
    Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on December 27, 2006

2. Mr. Ned McIntosh and Mr. Charles Sorrentino: Request for Support of Grant Application from Worcester County Arts Council and the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore

3. Administrative Director’s Report

4. Comments from the Mayor:
        Recommendation - Paul Conway to the Parks Commission
        Recommendations for Reappointments
                Housing Board of Review - Lynn Kelly; Grace Purnell; Miquel Torres
                Planning Commission - Phyllis Purnell
                Board of Zoning Appeals - Joe Moore; Tim Rayne, Jr.

5. Comments from the Council

6.    Comments from the Public

7.    Comments from the Press

8.    Adjournment

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An Executive Session of the Mayor and Council of the Town of Berlin is scheduled at 5:30 pm.
1. To consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending or potential litigation as authorized by the Annotated Code of Maryland Section 10-508(a)(8)
2. To consider executive matters exempt from Open Meeting Law requirements by Section 10-503(a)(1)(1) of the Annotated Code of Maryland
3. To discuss personnel matters that affect one or more specific individuals pursuant to Section 10-508(s)(1)(ii)3 of the  Annotated Code of Maryland


7:00 PM REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

1. Approval of the Minutes for:
    Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on January 8, 2007    
    Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on January 8, 2007
   
2. Proclamation 2007-04: Recognizing the Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Berlin Lions Club

3. Approval to Resubmit Preliminary Engineering Report To Worcester County as a part of the Application to Amend The Worcester County Water and Sewer             Application

4. Introduction – Ordinance 2007-01;  An Ordinance Repealing Section 25-6 Concerning A Utility Manager in its Entirety

5. Introduction – Ordinance 2007-02; An Ordinance Amending Section 25-2 Concerning the Number, Term and Selection of Utility Commissioners

6.    Berlin Park Commission; Mary Bohlen  
    A.    Program Open Space FY 08 Annual Plan
    B.    Recommendation to Amend Chapter 71

7.    Cannery Village; Frank Gunion: Request for Exception to Town Standards
   
8.    Request from Burbage Funeral Home;  Mr. W. Kirk Burbage;  Direct discharge of storm water to street

9.    Berlin Properties North; Mr. Troy Purnell:   Discussion EDU allocation for property known as “Tyson”

10.    Approval – Water and Sewer Use and Allocation Agreement Between AGH and Town of Berlin:  Revised to establish Medical Office Guideline for projected          flows by multiplying the gross square footage of such medical office space times 0.10 to determine projected flow in gallons per day.
 
11.    Administrative Director’s Report

12.    Comments from the Mayor
   
    A.    Recommendation to appoint Mary Moore to the Historic District Commission
    B.    Request to revise personnel policy to delete “including elected officials” from Paragraph E of Section XIII which is entitled Expense Reimbursement.
    C.    Announcement of a Poll Vote approving the Application for Special One Day Permit for the Berlin Lions Club on January 27, 2007 at 6:00 pm to 12:00 am             at the Berlin Fire Hall for the 75th Anniversary Celebration
   
13.    Comments from the Council

14.    Comments from the Public

15.    Comments from the Press

16.    Adjournment

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1. Approval of the Minutes for:
        Special Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on January 18, 2007   
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on January 22, 2007
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on January 22, 2007
   
2. Report on Closed Sessions
        A. Thursday, January 18, 2007 – 5:30 p.m. – Legal, Negotiating Strategy of a Proposal
        B. Monday, January 22, 2007 – 5:30 p.m. - Legal

3. Proclamation 2007-1: A Proclamation Recognizing William Scott for 25 Years of Active Service to the Berlin Fire Company

4. Proclamation 2007-2: A Proclamation Recognizing David Bradford for 25 Years of Active Service to the Berlin Fire Company

5. Proclamation 2007-3: A Proclamation Recognizing Gary Purnell for 20 Years of Active Service to the Berlin Fire Company

6. First Reading – Ordinance 2007-03:  An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 71, Parks of the Berlin Town Code

7. Resolution 2007-02: A Resolution Approving the Berlin Main Street Program’s Application for a Worcester County Arts Council Community Arts Development Grant in the amount of $2,000

8. Public Hearing– Ordinance 2007-01:  An Ordinance Repealing Section 25-6 Concerning A Utility Manager in its Entirety

9. Public Hearing – Ordinance 2007-02: An Ordinance Amending Section 25-2 Concerning the Number, Term and Selection of Utility Commissioners

10.    Approval – Support of De-Annexation and Rezoning of the Davis-Taylor
   
11.    Administrative Director’s Report

12.    Comments from the Mayor
   
13.    Comments from the Council

14.    Comments from the Public

15.    Comments from the Press

16.    Adjournment

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7:00 PM REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

1. Approval of the Minutes for:

Special Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on February 8, 2007    
Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on February 12, 2007
Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on February 12, 2007

    
2. Report on Closed Sessions

A. Monday, November 13, 2006 – 5:45 p.m.- Annexation Agreement and Personnel
B. Monday, November 27, 2006 – 5:45 p.m. – Legal and Personnel
C. Monday, December 11, 2006 – 5:35 p.m. – Legal and Personnel
D. Wednesday, December 27, 2006 – 5:45 p.m. – Legal and Personnel
E. Monday, January 8, 2007 – 5:35 p.m. – Legal and Personnel
F. Thursday, February 8, 2007 – 5:30 p.m. –  Legal
G. Monday, February 12, 2007 – 6:00 p.m. – Consult with Individual Regarding Potential Litigation

3. Mr. Dave Wilson: Maryland Coastal Bays Program; Update on the Status of the Bays and Plans for the Upcoming Year

4. Public Hearing – Ordinance 2007-03:  An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 71, Parks of the Berlin Town Code

5. Troy Purnell: Redevelopment of the Crossroads Project
    
6.    Administrative Director’s Report

7.    Comments from the Mayor
    
8.    Comments from the Council

9.    Comments from the Public

10.    Comments from the Press

11.    Adjournment

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1.    §10-508(a)(1): To discuss a personnel matter affecting one or more specific individuals.
        Change in employment status – Full time to Retired/Part Time

2.    §10-508(A)(2): To protect the privacy or reputation of individuals with respect to a matter that is not related to public business.
        Employee Request to use Sick Leave for Parental Illness



1. Approval of the Minutes for:
   
2. Approval – Disclosure of the Executive Minutes of November 13, 2007 Subject to the Open Meetings Law

3. Bridget Foster: Spring Celebration, April 7, 2007

4. Mark Prouty and Russ Tatman, URS: Revisions to Requests for Amendment to County Water and Sewer Comprehensive Plan Application – Financials

5. Appointment of Sub-committee: Regarding the System Assets Agreements with Choptank Cooperative and Old Dominion Electric Cooperative

6. Henry Robinson: Alternative for West Street Drainage

7. Approval – Bonding Purnell Crossing Phase I Pursuant to §94-9 (150% of estimated cost of infrastructure improvement)

8. Approval – Personnel Policy Revision: Section XV Employee Benefits
    A. Sick Leave:  to include Family Leave

9. Joe Moore – Request for Meeting with Owners of property known as the Davis-Taylor Farm and Berlin Town Staff, Berlin Planning Commission and the Berlin Mayor and Council for Monday, April 9, 2007 beginning at 5:30 p.m. (prior to the Regular Town Meeting)
   
10.    Administrative Director’s Report

11.    Comments from the Mayor
   
12.    Comments from the Council

13.    Comments from the Public

14.    Comments from the Press

15.    Adjournment

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1. Approval of the Minutes for:
   
2. Proclamation 2007-05; Recognizing Berlin Electric Line Crew Superintendent Roland "Lee" Savage for more than 36 Years of Service

3. Proclamation 2007-06; Recognizing Berlin Electric Line Crew Employee Arthur "Gib" Lynch for more than 16 Years of Service

4. Proclamation 2007-07; Recognizing Berlin Public Works Superintendent Dale Pruitt for more than 30 Years of Service

5. Proclamation 2007-08; To designate April 3 through June 3, 2007 as Maryland's Chiefs Challenge Campaign

6. Application for Special One Day Permit; Berlin Fire Co., Inc. - Fund Raiser, March 31, 2007 10:00 am to 10:00 pm

7. Sonny Adkins; American Legion Post 123 in conjunction with Duncan Showell Post 231 Assistance with Memorial Day Event

8. Mike Scott - Salisbury University; G.,I.S. Update

9. Michael Day, Main Street Coordinator, Street Closures - 2nd Friday Promotions

10.  Approval - Gary Newell, Thompson Coburn Disclosure of Conflict

11.  Approval:
       Appointment of Acting Public Works Superintendent Wendell Purnell
       Appointment of Acting Line Crew Superintendent Claude Littleton

12.  Approval - Berlin Police Department General Orders
       No. 200 F-1: Use of Force and Reporting Use of Force
       No. 400 H-1:  In-Car Video Systems

13. Approval - Wastewater Capacity Management Plan

14.  Approval - Sub-recipient Agreement New Beginnings Covenant Ministries, Cannery Village Homes

15.  AGH Request to Stencil Sidewalks:  Health Dept. "Just Walk" Incentive

16.    Administrative Director’s Report

17.    Comments from the Mayor

18.    Comments from the Council

19.    Comments from the Public

20.    Comments from the Press

21.    Adjournment

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1. Approval of the Minutes for:
    Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on March 26, 2007
    Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on April 2, 2007
    Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on March 26, 2007

2. Chamber of Commerce, Bill Outten - Village Fair and Cruisers

3.     Special One Day Permit – Berlin Lions Club

4.       Deed of Dedication:   Buttercup Court

5.   First Reading – Ordinance 2007-05:  An Ordinance to Amend Section 92-7 of the Berlin Sidewalk Obstructions: Snow Removal

6.     Electric System Negotiations

7.      Joe Moore Representing the Davis-Taylor Property Owners: Proposed Development   

8.    Administrative Director’s Report

9.    Comments from the Mayor
   
 10.    Comments from the Council

  11.    Comments from the Public

  12.    Comments from the Press

  13.    Adjournment

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        10-508(a) (1) To discuss a personnel matter affecting one or more specific individuals


1. Approval of the Minutes for:
Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on April 9, 2007

2. Special Event Request for Services:  Chamber of Commerce - Cruisers

3.      Public Hearing - Ordinance 2007-05 (Revised): An Ordinance amending Article III Sidewalk Obstructions to include provisions for snow removal

4.      Power Supply Agreement:  BUC recommendation to authorize Joe Davis and Linda Bambary to negotiate for a  new power supply agreement; seeking quotes         for a term of one, two and three years at a fixed or variable rate.
        BUC recommendation to authorize Joe Davis and Linda Bambary to approve a bid not to exceed 10% of the real time market average.
     
5.        Administrative Director’s Report

6.    Comments from the Mayor
   
  7.    Comments from the Council

  8.    Comments from the Public

  9.    Comments from the Press

  10.    Adjournment

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Immediately Following Budget Worksession:
   

1. Approval of the Minutes for:
    Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on April 23, 2007
    Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on April 23, 2007

2. Report on the Executive Session held on April 23,
     
3.      Essay Contest Winners:  "If I Were Mayor I Would"
   
4.    Approval - Directional Crossover at Rt. 113 and Franklin Avenue

5.    Administrative Director’s Report

6.    Comments from the Mayor
    a.    Flag Display
   
 7.    Comments from the Council

 8.    Comments from the Public

 9.    Comments from the Press

 10.    Adjournment

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Pursuant to §10-508(a)(1)(i) to discuss the appointment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials.

And, §10-508(a)(7) to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice.

   

1. Approval of the Minutes for:
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on May 14, 2007
        Budget Work Session of the Mayor and Council on May 14, 2007
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on May 14, 2007

2. Report on the Executive Session held on May 14, 2007
     
3.    First Reading - Ordinance No. 2007-04:  An Ordinance to Establish the Fiscal Year 2008 Budget

4.    First Reading - Ordinance 2007-05
    An Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2007 Budget

5.    CDMA Budget Presentation: Mary Bohlen

6.    Gerard DiCairano: Seqway Tour Proposal

7.    Glenn Deskins: Request exception to §75-6 A and F - To Operate Ice Cream Truck

8.    Berlin Heritage Foundation, Inc.: Request  for Porta Potty for Four Concerts on the Lawn

9.    Briddelltown Emergency Water: Recommendation of BUC to Require Worcester County to Install Meters at the Town Boundaries on Flower Street to Sea Hawk Road as Temporary measure until Permanent Solution is Achieved to include Annexation.

10.    Approval - BUC Recommended Letter to Revise Application to Amend Worcester Co. Water and Sewer Comprehensive Plan to a Two Plant Phased in Wastewater Management Approach owned and operated by the Town of Berlin with a total treatment capacity of 1.4 MGD with two outfalls under a single municipal permit.
   
11.    Approval - Formal EDU Allocation for Cannery Village (10 EDU's) for Final Plat

12.     Administrative Director’s Report

13.    Comments from the Mayor
       
 14.    Comments from the Council

 15.    Comments from the Public

 16.    Comments from the Press

 17.    Adjournment

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1. Approval of the Minutes for:
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on May 29, 2007
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on May 29, 2007

2. Report on the Executive Session held on May 29, 2007
     
3.    Public Hearing - Ordinance No. 2007-04: An Ordinance to Establish the Fiscal Year 2008 Budget

4.    Public Hearing - Resolution 2007-03:  A Resolution Establishing the Property Tax Rate for Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2007

5.    Public Hearing - Resolution 2007-04: A Resolution to Establish the Water, Sewer and Sanitation Usage Rates and Connection Fees

6.    Public Hearing - Ordinance 2007-05: An Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2007 Budget

7.    Michael Day: Update on Main Street Program
   
8.    Pete Cosby: Dog Control and Noise Control

9.    Personnel Policy Change - Section XIV. Vehicle Policy: Take Home Vehicles
   
10.     Administrative Director’s Report

11.    Comments from the Mayor
       
 12.    Comments from the Council

 13.    Comments from the Public

 14.    Comments from the Press

 15.    Adjournment

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    1.    Update Power Supply Agreement
    2.    Update WWTP Expansion


1. Approval of the Minutes for:
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on June 11, 2007
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on June 11, 2007

2.    Emergency Ordinance 2007- XX: An Ordinance to Enter into a Lease with T-Mobile LLC For Water Tower Space
       
3.    Resolution 2007-05: A Resolution Establishing an Affirmative Action Plan Pursuant to Section 3. of the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968

4.    Proclamation 2007-09: To Restrict Hours of Operation for Above Ground Water Irrigation Systems

5.    First Reading 0 Ordinance 2007-06:  An Ordinance Adopting the 2000 Edition of the International Building Code, As     Amended from Tim to Time   

6.    Mr. Al Taylor, 314 Powell Circle: Request Policy to Allow Exemption from Sewer Fees when Watering Lawns

7.    Request for Loan Agreement Pursuant to §79-4 for Water Service: Audrey Legg, 524 Bay Street

8.    Approval - Lease Agreement: T-Mobile - Franklin Avenue Water Tower

9.    Administrative Director’s Report

10.    Comments from the Mayor
       
 11.    Comments from the Council

 12    Comments from the Public

 13.    Comments from the Press

 14.    Adjournment

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BERLIN MAYOR AND COUNCIL

7:00 PM    REGULAR SESSION – Berlin Town Hall Council Chambers

1.   Approval of the Minutes for:
           Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on June 27, 2007

2.    Women Supporting Women: Request to hang banners September 28th to October 26th: "October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month"
      
3.    First Reading - Ordinance 2007-07; An Ordinance to Enter in to a Lease with T-Mobile LLC for Water Tower Space

4.   First Reading - Ordinance 2007-08; An Ordinance Amending Chapter 43 Entitled Dogs

5.   Public Hearing - Ordinance 2007-06; An Ordinance Adopting the 2000 Edition  of the International Building Code, As Amended from Time to Time  

6.  Approval - Memorandum of Understanding Between Berlin Properties North and Mayor and Council of Berlin, Maryland - Public/Private Partnership

7.  Approval - Application to Refinance CDA Bonds for lower interest rate

8.    Administrative Director’s Report

9.    Comments from the Mayor
       
 10.    Comments from the Council

 11    Comments from the Public

 12.    Comments from the Press

 13.    Adjournment

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1. Approval of the Minutes for:
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on July 9, 2007

2.    Approval -Interagency Agreement - $430,000 For the Berlin Scrap Tire Walking/Jogging Path Construction Project Funded by State Used Tire Clean-Up and Recycling Fund in Conjunction with the Scrap Tire Recycling Act to Address Problems Associated with the Environmentally     Responsible Disposal of Scrap Tires in Maryland
   
3.    First Reading - Ordinance 2007- 07; An Ordinance to Enter into a Lease with T-Mobile LLC For Water Tower Space
       
4.    First Reading - Ordinance 2007-09;  An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of an Aggregate Principal Amount Not To Exceed $2,250,000 of Bonds for the Purpose of Refinancing Berlin's Outstanding Indebtedness Tied to 1995 and 1997 Infrastructure Bond Issues   

5.    Public Hearing - Ordinance 2007-08;  An Ordinance Amending Chapter 43. Entitled Dogs

6.    Administrative Director’s Report

7.    Comments from the Mayor
       
  8.    Comments from the Council

  9.    Comments from the Public

 11.    Comments from the Press

 12.    Adjournment

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    Pursuant to §10-508(a)(1) of the Annotated Code to discuss a personnel matter.

    Pursuant to §10-508(a)(8) of the Annotated Code to consult with legal counsel about pending or potential litigation


1.    Approval of the Minutes for:
    Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on July 23,207
    Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on July 23, 2007

2.     Berlin - Water Emergency Declaration: Pursuant to Berlin Code Section 102-4 "Emergencies" and Section 102-17 "Violations and Penalties"

3.    Public Hearing - Ordinance 2007- 07: An Ordinance to Enter into a Lease with T-Mobile LLC For Water Tower Space
       
4.    Public Hearing - Ordinance 2007-09: An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of an Aggregate Principal Amount Not To Exceed $2,250,000 of Bonds for the Purpose of Refinancing Berlin's Outstanding Indebtedness Tied to 1995 and 1997 Infrastructure Bond Issues   

5.    Pullets United Methodist Church - Evelyn Johnson: Special Event - Celebrating Life, October 6, 2007 - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.

6.    Chamber of Commerce - Steve Frene: Special Event - Fiddler's Convention

7.    Paul Evans: 117 Maple Drive - Request for Sidewalk Repair Reimbursement

8.    Carol Krimm: Tax Differential

9.    Administrative Director’s Report

10.    Comments from the Mayor
       
  11.    Comments from the Council

  12.    Comments from the Public

 13.    Comments from the Press

 14.    Adjournment

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    Pursuant to §10-508(a)(1) of the Annotated Code to discuss a personnel             matter.


1.    Approval of the Minutes for:
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on August 13,2007
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on August 15, 2007
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on August 13, 2007

2.    Report on Executive Session held on August 13, 2007
       Report on Executive Session held on August 15, 2007

3.          First Reading – Ordinance 2007-10: Amending Chapter 43, Entitled Dogs

4.          First Reading – Ordinance 2007-11: Amending Section 107-45 of the Zoning prohibiting the parking of  Motor Vehicles in front yards of Residential property

5.          Berlin Lions Club – Sean Coughlin: Special Event  - Fall Festival – October 14, 2007   

6.    Administrative Director’s Report

7.    Comments from the Mayor
       
  8.    Comments from the Council

  9    Comments from the Public

  10    Comments from the Press

  11    Adjournment

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    Pursuant to §10-508(a)(1) of the Annotated Code to discuss a personnel matter.


1.    Approval of the Minutes for:
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on August 27,2007
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on August 27, 2007
        Special Work Session of the Mayor and Council on September 4, 2007

2.     Report on Closed Session on August 27, 2007

3.    Bridget Foster/Marsha Albrecht/Michael Day: Delmarva Bike Week - Mainstreet sponsored band - September 15, 2007 - 12:00 p.m. to 3 p.m.   
       
4.    First Reading - Ordinance 2007-13:  An Ordinance identifying Surplus Property   

5.    Public Hearing - Ordinance 2007-10:  An Ordinance Amending Chapter 43, Entitled Dogs by Adding Prohibited Acts

6.     Public Hearing - Ordinance 2007-11;  An Ordinance Prohibiting the Parking of Motor Vehicles in the Front Yards of     Residential Property

7..    Administrative Director’s Report

8.    Comments from the Mayor
       
  9.    Comments from the Council

  10.    Comments from the Public

  11.    Comments from the Press

  12.    Adjournment

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1.    Approval of the Minutes for:
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on September 10, 2007
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on September 10, 2007

2.     Report on Closed Session on September 10, 2007

3.     Proclamation 2007-12; Recognizing October as Yellow Ribbon Youth Suicide Prevention Awareness Month   

4.    Public Hearing - Ordinance 2007-13; An Ordinance identifying Surplus Property

5.    Troy Purnell; Request to Void Invoices 20669 in the amount of $122.41; Invoice 20869 in the     amount of $478.91; and Invoice 20870 in the amount of $2,713.81   

6.    Administrative Director’s Report

7.    Comments from the Mayor
       
  8.    Comments from the Council

  9.    Comments from the Public

  10.    Comments from the Press

  11.    Adjournment

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    Pursuant to §10-508(a)(1) of the Annotated Code to discuss a personnel matter.


1.    Approval of the Minutes for:
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on September 24, 2007
         Special Work Session of the Mayor and Council on October 1, 2007

2.    Resolution 2007-06: A Resolution Proclaiming a Moratorium on the Issuance of Planned Unit     Developments (PUD) Permits by the Planning Commission     

3.    Approval of Water and Sewer Allocation Agreement: KNJ Properties LLC (known as Dr. Galuardi Eye Center)
           
4.    Approval of DBF Planning and Zoning Services

5.    Approval - Bond Reduction Decatur Farms - Phase 1: Initial Bond $4,357,889.10 reduced to 5% or $217,894.45 for Phase 1 and 100% for Phase II or $1,780,550.90 for a total of $1,998,445.35

6.    Approval - Letter of Support to Housing Commission of Talbot Co. for MAHT Application for construction funding of Cannery Village Affordable Housing Project

7.    Approval of Trick or Treat Hours: Wednesday, October 31, 2007 between the Hours of 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

8.    Recommendation - Marvin Smith, Water Superintendent - Discontinue ban restrictions on water usage   

9.    Administrative Director’s Report

10.    Comments from the Mayor
       
  11.    Comments from the Council

  12.    Comments from the Public

  13.    Comments from the Press

  14.    Adjournment

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§10-508(a)(1) To discuss a personnel matter.



1.    Approval of the Minutes for:
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on October 9, 2007
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on October 9, 2007

2.    Report on Closed Session on October 9, 2007

3.    Approval of Vehicle Take Home Policy – Police Department

4.    Fall Bulk Pickup Schedule:
        For those receiving normal trash pickup on Tuesdays - bulk pickup will be on Wednesday, November 7th
        For those receiving normal trash pickup on Thursdays - bulk pickup will be on November 14th

5.        Approval – Utility Easement: 15ft Easement – Property owned by Ed Hammond
        
6.    Administrative Director’s Report

7.    Comments from the Mayor
       
  8.    Comments from the Council

  9.    Comments from the Public

 10.    Comments from the Press

 11.    Adjournment

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§10-508(a)(8)) To discuss a potential litigation.
§10-508(a)(7) To consult with legal counsel.


1.    Approval of the Minutes for:
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on October 22, 2007
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on October 22, 2007

2.    Report on Closed Session on October 22, 2007

3.     Power Point Presentation - Stormwater Study:  Army Corps of Engineers - Craig Thomas
   
4.    Rick Vach, President VOXPOP: Flag Poles and Flags   

5.    Approval - Special Event: Chamber of Commerce - Art's Night, November 22, 2007 - 6:00 p.m. to 9 p.m.
   
6.    Approval –  Water and Sewer Allocation Agreement: Daniel S. and Mary K. Moore, 116 Broad Street - (Non-residential Use - One EDU)
        
7.    Approval - Special Sunday Permit: Boggs Disharoon American Legion Post 123 - November 25, 2007 -    District Meeting  & Dinner
   
8.    Approval - 2008 Holiday Mayor and Council Meeting Schedule
   
9.    Administrative Director’s Report

10.    Comments from the Mayor
    a.    Recommendation  - Board of Zoning Appeals
    b.    Recommendation - Berlin Utility Commission
   
 11.    Comments from the Council

 12.    Comments from the Public

 13.    Comments from the Press
   
 14.    Adjournment

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§10-508(a)(7)  To Consult with Counsel to Obtain Legal Advice


1.    Approval of the Minutes for:
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on November 13, 2007
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on November 13, 2007

2.     Report on Closed Session held on November 13, 2007

3.    Jim Garrity - Community Foundation Grant Application: To Set Goals and a Direction for the Future of GIS in Berlin
       
4.    URS Presentation: Financial Analysis - 10 Year Commitment  for Land Irrigation for WWTP

            BPN Letter of Request to MDE   

5.    Deed of Dedication: Dueling Way (Decatur Farm)   

6.    Request for Waiver of Building Permit Fee: Berlin Fire Company,  $500 for Emergency Repairs at South Wall

7.    Troy Purnell - Allocation Agreements
            Purnell Crossing - Phase 1
            Purnell Professional Center
            Nelson Avenue Townes
   
8.    Administrative Director’s Report

9.    Comments from the Mayor
       
 10.    Comments from the Council

 11.    Comments from the Public

 12.    Comments from the Press

 13.    Adjournment

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10-508(a)(9)    Discuss a matter directly related to the contents of a bid proposal

10-508(a)(7)    Consult with legal counsel


1.    Approval of the Minutes for:
        Executive Session of the Mayor and Council on November 26, 2007
        Regular Session of the Mayor and Council on November 26, 2007

2.    Report on Closed Session - November 26, 2007

3.    Presentation - PKS Audit Report FY 2007     

4.    Presentation - Stephen Decatur Park Scrap Tire Pathway:  Maryland Environmental Services

5.    Mary Bohlen:  Program Open Space "Wishlist"
       
6.    Resolution 2007-07:   A Resolution Proclaiming an Approval for the Development of Housing Known as     Cannery Village

7.    Joe Moore:   Recommendation for Text Change to the M1-A Zone   

 8.    Administrative Director’s Report

 9.    Comments from the Mayor - Planning Commission Alternate vs. Permanent
       
10.    Comments from the Council

 11.    Comments from the Public

 12.    Comments from the Press

 13.    Adjournment