THE BERLIN BULLETIN - July 2023 |
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A Message From The Mayor's Office |
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As a result of all the great input and feedback received at the last Mayor and Council Meeting regarding Heron Park, we’ve added a Public Work Session of the Mayor and Council on Monday, July 10th at 6 pm. There will be time allotted for public comments and more information forthcoming in the meeting packet, but in the meantime, I’d like to encourage your input through our “Suggestions” page so that we can get it all compiled for the council members to review together. Please use this form to submit your ideas, feedback, and suggestions.
Thank you to all the citizens and visitors in Berlin who stopped by On What Grounds for Coffee with the Mayor last week for our first of monthly opportunities to chat in an informal setting. Save the Date: The next “Meet the Mayor” will be a game of Basketball at Henry Park on Wednesday, July 26th at 4:00 pm. More thanks are due to all the local businesses who hosted Maryland State Comptroller Brooke Lierman for her visit to Berlin during the Maryland Municipal League Conference.
The Berlin Horticultural Advisory Committee gave a detailed update about their work beautifying Berlin and we’re so grateful for all their work around town. Committees like the BHAC only work because of the dedication of our fantastic volunteers. Thank you to everyone who has answered the call for Volunteers on our Boards, Commissions, and Committees. Interviews will be underway this month and we look forward to welcoming new members soon!
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Town News & Press Releases |
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SUBJECT TO CHANGE: All Mayor and Council and Boards and Commission Meetings are being held in person without attendance limitations. For more details and the most up-to-date information, please visit the meeting page on our website.
- Monday, July 10, 2023: 6:00 PM Work Session to discuss Heron Park*
- Monday, July 10, 2023: 7:00 PM Regular Session
- Monday, July 24, 2023: 7:00 PM Regular Session
For a complete list of Board & Commission Meetings, click here.
*Heron Park will also be discussed at the Parks Commission meeting on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 5:30 PM & the Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 5:30 PM.
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Last Month's Meeting Highlights |
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June 12, 2023, Work Session & Regular Session:
Work Session:
- Discussion: Berlin Fire Company and EMS Contract Proposed Revisions
Regular Session:
- Approval of Minutes for: 1. Work Session of 5.22.23 2. Regular Session of 5.22.23
- PUBLIC HEARING(S): a) Ordinance 2023-03: FY24 Budget Adoption (First Reading held on Monday, May 8, 2023) b) Ordinance 2023-04: Amending Chapter 8, Article II Entitled Business Licenses (First Reading held on Monday, May 22, 2023).
- ITEM(S) FOR APPROVAL: a) Motion 2023-15: MD/DE Railroad License Agreement at Evans Road for future Evans Parc Storage Project b) Motion 2023-16: Evans Parc License Reimbursement Agreement c) Motion 2023-17: MD/DE Railroad License Agreement for Berlin Bikeway project d) Motion 2023-18: Smart Meter Installation Award of Contract e) Motion 2023-19: Berlin Fire Company and Berlin Fire Company Emergency Medical Services FY24 Agreements f) Motion 2023-20: Electric Utility Apprentice Program Participation
June 26, 2023, Regular Session:
- Approval of Minutes for: 1. CORRECTED Regular Session of 5.22.23 (Original version tabled from Consent Agenda 6.12.23 for corrections) 2. Work Session of 6.12.23 3. Regular Session of 6.12.23
- PRESENTATION(S): a) “If I Were Mayor” Essay Contest Winner – Joseph Eli Parker b) Horticultural Advisory Committee (HAC) Project Updates
- ITEM(S) FOR DISCUSSION: a) On-site Cannabis Consumption (Tabled until future meeting) b) Sub-Committee Update regarding the Disposition of Parcels 57, 191, and 410 at Heron Park
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FIRST READING: Ordinance 2023-05: Speed Cameras (Public Hearing to be held on Monday, July 10, 2023).
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ITEM(S) FOR APPROVAL: a) Motion 2023-21: FY24 Annual Contract Renewals b) Motion 2023-22: Approval of RFP # 2023-09 & Letter of Intent to Allow Production to begin on the Broad Street Lift Station Equipment c) Motion 2023-XX: Amendments to Employee Handbook Sections 4, 5 & 8 Review and Approval
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From our Electric Department |
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From our Water Department |
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From our Police Department |
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From our Public Works Department |
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Reminders for maintenance requirements from the Town Code:
- Keep your grass cut less than 6 inches in height.
- Remove all weeds and foreign growth from your property. This includes sidewalks, street storm water gutters, along fences, and property lines.
- Tree limbs overhanging into neighboring properties should be trimmed.
- No clippings or yard waste are permitted to be blown or placed into the street or gutters.
- Remove staining of the exterior surfaces of your home, including outbuildings and fences, caused by mold, mildew and algae.
- Exterior painted surfaces such as soffits, fascia, and trim, are to be kept free of peeling, cracking paint, and wood rot. These surfaces and those on steps, porches, and decks are to be kept structurally sound.
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Join us on Monday, July 3rd at Heron Park for fireworks in Berlin at dusk.
(approximately 9 PM)
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Get your teams together for this year’s
Berlin Police Department Golf Tournament!
Teams are limited to the first 32 teams that register, so it’s important to register early. Proceeds benefit Berlin PD’s Crime Prevention Program.
Click here or follow the link below for registration and event information.
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Have friends or family visiting Berlin? Have them check out www.BerlinMainStreet.com for events, shopping and dining map, parking, attractions, and more.
Pick up your FREE reusable shopping bag at the Berlin Welcome Center Monday-Friday 11am-4pm.
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10 William Street Berlin,
MD 21811
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