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Aberdeen City Council met Aug. 13.

Here is the minutes provided by the Council:

A) CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order by Mayor McGrady at 7:07 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

B) ROLL CALL

Present: Mayor Patrick McGrady

Councilman Steven Goodin

Councilman Timothy Lindecamp

Councilman Melvin Taylor

Absent: Councilwoman Sandra Landbeck

Also Present: Randy Robertson, City Manager; Phyllis Grover, Director of Planning & Community Development; Kyle Torster, Director of Public Works; Henry Trabert, Chief of Police; and Monica Correll, City Clerk

C) OPENING PRAYER

The opening prayer was delivered by Elder David Yensan, Grove Presbyterian Church, Aberdeen, Maryland.

D) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Timothy Lindecamp.

E) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA - None

F) APPROVAL OF MINUTES

F.1 July 23, 2018 Council Meeting

7-23-18 Council Meeting Minutes.pdf

F.2 July 23, 2018 Work Session

7-23-18 Work Session Minutes.pdf

A motion was made by Councilman Goodin and seconded by Councilman Lindecamp to approve the minutes of the July 23, 2018 Council Meeting and the July 23, 2018 Work Session. The motion carried by a vote of 4 – yes; 0 – no; 1 – absent.

Ayes: Mayor Patrick McGrady, Councilman Steven Goodin, Councilman Timothy Lindecamp, Councilman Melvin Taylor

Nays: None

Absent: Councilwoman Sandra Landbeck

G) STATEMENT OF CLOSED MEETING - None

H) PRESENTATIONS

H.1 Introduction of New Employees

The City Manager introduced newly hired City employees who were present at the Council Meeting.

I) PUBLIC HEARINGS

I.1 Ordinance No. 18-O-22, Aberdeen Wellhead Protection Ordinance [2nd meeting]

Ordinance No. 18-O-22, Aberdeen Wellhead Protection Ordinance.pdf

Wellhead_Protection_Zones_Imagery.pdf

There were no public comments.

I.2 Ord. No. 18-O-23, Amendment to the Business Improvement Incentive Tax Credit [2nd meeting]

Ordinance No. 18-O-23, Amendment to the Business Improvement Incentive Tax Credit.pdf

There were no public comments.

I.3 Ordinance No. 18-O-24, Amendments to the Business Incentive Subclass [2nd meeting]

Ordinance No. 18-O-24, Amendments to the Business Incentive Subclass.pdf

There were no public comments.

I.4 Ordinance No. 18-O-25, Stormwater Management [2nd meeting]

Ordinance No. 18-O-25, Stormwater Management.pdf

J) PUBLIC COMMENT

Heidemarie Lewis, Darlington Avenue: Ms. Lewis commented on traffic violations occurring at the corner of Rt. 22 and Beards Hill Road.

Ruth Ann Young, Doris Circle: Ms. Young asked about a stormwater pond at Paradise Road and Rt. 22 maintenance, the status of the Senior Center repairs and reopening, a potential hospital locating to Aberdeen, and the Middelton Road project.

Robert Hartman, Paradise Road: Mr. Hartman asked about the sale estimate of City-owned property.

Don Ewing, Parks and Recreation President: Mr. Ewing reported on Parks and Recreation sports activities.

K) LEGISLATIVE SESSION

K.1 Resolution No. 18-R-03, Employee Residence Incentive Policy (For Adoption) [2nd meeting]

Resolution No. 18-R-03, Employee Residence Incentive Policy.pdf

A motion was made by Councilman Lindecamp and seconded by Councilman Taylor to adopt

Resolution No. 18-R-03, Employee Residence Incentive Policy. The motion carried by a vote of 3 – yes; 1 – no; 1 – absent.

Ayes: Councilman Goodin, Councilman Lindecamp, Councilman Taylor

Nays: Mayor McGrady

Absent: Councilwoman Landbeck

K.2 Ordinance No. 18-O-26, Development Code Revision (Amendment to § 235-24) (For Introduction) (Sponsor/s needed)

Ordinance No. 18-O-26, Development Code Revision (Amendment to § 235-24).pdf

Councilman Taylor and Councilman Goodin agreed to sponsor.

A motion was made by Councilman Taylor and seconded by Councilman Goodin to introduce

Ordinance No. 18-O-26, Development Code Revision (Amendment to § 235-24). The motion carried by a vote of 4 – yes; 0 – no; 1 – absent.

Ayes: Mayor McGrady, Councilman Goodin, Councilman Lindecamp,

Councilman Taylor

Nays: None

Absent: Councilwoman Landbeck

K.3 Ordinance No. 18-O-27, Development Code Revision (Amendments to Appendix A) (For Introduction) (Sponsor/s needed)

Ordinance No. 18-O-27, Development Code Revision (Amendments to Appendix A).pdf

Councilman Taylor and Councilman Goodin agreed to sponsor.

A motion was made by Councilman Taylor and seconded by Councilman Goodin to introduce

Ordinance No. 18-O-27, Development Code Revision (Amendments to Appendix A). The motion carried by a vote of 4 – yes; 0 – no; 1 – absent.

Ayes: Mayor McGrady, Councilman Goodin, Councilman Lindecamp,

Councilman Taylor

Nays: None

Absent: Councilwoman Landbeck

K.4 Ordinance No. 18-O-28, Budget Amendment FY 2019 (For Introduction) (Sponsor/s needed)

Ordinance No. 18-O-28, Amendment of FY 2018 Budget.pdf

FY 2018 Budget Amendment Spreadsheet for 8-13-18.pdf

Councilman Goodin and Councilman Lindecamp agreed to sponsor.

A motion was made by Councilman Goodin and seconded by Councilman Lindecamp to introduce Ordinance No. 18-O-28, Budget Amendment FY 2019. The motion carried by a vote of 4 – yes; 0 – no; 1- absent.

Ayes: Mayor McGrady, Councilman Goodin, Councilman Lindecamp,

Councilman Taylor

Nays: None

Absent: Councilwoman Landbeck

L) UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None

M) NEW BUSINESS - None

N) UPDATES FROM CITY MANAGER AND STAFF

N.1 City Manager/Planning Director Updates on Land and Park Space Possibilities

Aberdeen Parks and Recreation Updates.pptx

The City Manager provided an update on Church Green Park construction and showed a video on the Swim Club expression of interest. He presented a slide presentation entitled, “Aberdeen 2020 Municipal Lands and Park Opportunities" regarding improvements and current status for the following properties: Festival Park, Victory Street Park/Dog Park/Frisbee Golf Course, Church Green Park, North Deen Park, Rock Glenn Park, DeMarco Park, the Aberdeen Aquatics Center, 34 N. Philadelphia Blvd., contract of sale for the Nonpareil property, and proposed Stancill Park at Middelton Road.

Ms. Grover explained how Program Open Space was used to purchase certain property in the City, such as the Aberdeen Swim Club, 30 years ago, and that a land use conversion was required for the City to transfer ownership of these properties.

Mr. Robertson discussed the refuse and recycling program and that compliance was high. DPW had been very successful in controlling water with no flooding during recent heavy rains. He received a favorable report regarding mold at the old high school; the transfer would proceed to private hands. He reported that the Senior Center still required significant work and that once opened, Harford County, who had operational and funding control, would determine when the Senior Center program would begin. No were changes to the Middelton Road project and that a community hearing would be held when appropriate. The City Manager addressed questions presented by the Council and reported that an Oktoberfest would be held at Aberdeen Proving Grounds in 2018 and that the Aberdeen Police Department had successfully completed the CALEA reaccreditation process.

N.2 Stadium Town Center- Final Subdivision Plat (For Approval)

Stadium Towne Centre - Final Subdivision Plat (signed for Council Mtg.) - 7-31-2018.pdf

Mr. Joseph Ucciferro, Professional Engineer for Bohler Engineering, requested Council approval.

A motion was made by Councilman Taylor and seconded by Councilman Goodin to approve the Stadium Town Center, Final Subdivision Plat, Lots 1 & 2, the I-95 Center, LLC. The motion carried by a vote of 4 – yes; 0 – no; 1 – absent.

Ayes: Mayor McGrady, Councilman Goodin, Councilman Lindecamp, Councilman Taylor

Nays: None

Absent: Councilwoman Landbeck

N.3 Preliminary Subdivision Plat of Lots 2 and 3, Somody Property Section 3 (For Approval)

Prelim Plat.pdf

Mr. Ed Somody, the property owner, and Mr. Joe Welsh, Professional Engineer, Welsh Engineering, were present.

A motion was made by Councilman Goodin and seconded by Councilman Lindecamp to approve the Preliminary Subdivision Plat of Lots 2 and 3, Somody Property Section 3. The motion carried by a vote of 4 – yes; 0 – no; 1 – absent.

Ayes: Mayor McGrady, Councilman Goodin, Councilman Lindecamp,

Councilman Taylor

Nays: None

Absent: Councilwoman Landbeck

N.4 Bid No. 19-01, Street Resurfacing and Repairs (For Approval)

Bid 19-01, Bid Recommendation Letter

The City received seven interested bidders and the low bidder was recommended. The Council was advised of the possibility of excess funds. The Council agreed to defer Oak Street until next year.

A motion was made by Councilman Lindecamp and seconded by Councilman Goodin to approve the award of Bid No. 19-01, Street Resurfacing and Repairs, to Gradeline Construction Company Inc., Middle River, Maryland, in the amount of $714,000. The motion carried by a vote of 4 – yes; 0 – no; 1 – absent.

Ayes: Mayor McGrady, Councilman Goodin, Councilman Lindecamp,

Councilman Taylor

Nays: None

Absent: Councilwoman Landbeck

N.5 2019 Prioritized Paving List

FY 2019 Paving Priority List.pdf

2019 Street Program Map.pdf

FY 2019 Paving Priority with Options.pdf

Paving Note Sheet

The Council conveyed their concurrence for the 2019 Prioritized Paving List.

O) PUBLIC COMMENT

Heidemarie Lewis, Darlington Avenue: Ms. Lewis informed the Council that the handrails at the bottom of the steps at the post office were loose.

Ruth Ann Young, Doris Circle: Ms. Young asked if Aberdeen was considering joining the opioid class action suit with the other municipalities.

J.D. Russell, Telstar Way: Mr. Russell announced his intent to run for public office.

P) BUSINESS OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL

Councilman Lindecamp reported on the placement of a stop sign, safety awareness, and local athlete and sports events. The Mayor announced that a Council Meeting would be scheduled for Monday, August 20, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

Q) ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mayor McGrady discussed his recent meetings and made the following announcements:

Cone with a Cop, Chick-fil-A, Tuesday, August 21, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m., pre-K to 12th grade;

Work Session, Monday, August 27, 5:30 p.m., 2nd floor administrative conference room;

Council Meeting, Monday, August 27, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers;

Harford County Home Runs for the Homeless, August 28, 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Ripken Stadium;

Planning Commission Meeting, Wednesday, September 12, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers;

Aberdeen Farmers Market, Thursdays, May - October, 4:00-7:00 p.m., Festival Park;

Guns and Hoses renamed Badges and Ladders, September 22, Ripken Stadium;

Annual Police Assisting Community Kids (P.A.C.K.) Campaign.

PACK Supply List 2018-2019 year.pdf

R) CLOSED MEETING

No closed meeting was held.

S) ADJOURNMENT

Being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:38 p.m.

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