Board of Town Commissioners

MINUTES BEL AIR BOARD OF TOWN COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION MEETING JULY 15, 2025 The Board of Town Commissioners Work Session Mee�ng was held on July 15, 2025, at 5:15 pm. PRESENT: Commissioner Paula S. Etting, Chair Commissioner Mary F. Chance Commissioner Steven T. Chizmar Commissioner James B. Rutledge, III Commissioner Jakob D. Taylor IN ATTENDANCE: David Anderson, Public Relations Specialist Edward Hopkins, Town Administrator, via telephone Stephen Kline, Director of Public Works Michael Krantz, Director of HR & Administration Lisa Moody, Director of Finance Charles Moore, Chief of Police Angela Robertson, Director of Economic Development Kevin Small, Director of Planning Elizabeth Thompson, Town Counsel Jane Sudbrink, Recording Secretary I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL Chair E�ng called the mee�ng to order at 5:15 pm and read the roll call of commissioners. III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Chance mo�oned to approve the agenda. Commissioner Taylor seconded the mo�on. Mr. Krantz asked for a vote on the agenda. Ayes: Commissioners Rutledge, Chizmar, Taylor, Chance, E�ng. Nays: None. Mo�on carried 5–0. IV. PRESENTATION A. Bel Air Kiwanis Club Gary Beck, Reisterstown, MD, presented on the Kiwanis Club and his efforts to bring the club back to Bel Air. He said he is the Lieutenant Governor for central Maryland and Delaware of the Kiwanis organiza�on. Mr. Beck described the Kiwanis Club in general and said it is an interna�onal organiza�on with clubs in every na�on in the world. He said there was once a club in Bel Air but it disbanded. He said a club must have 15 members and he already met with 20 to 30 people who showed interest. Mr. Beck said the next mee�ng will be this Thursday at 54 E. Lee Street and 35 people have confirmed they will atend. 1  Mr. Beck explained that the Kiwanis Club is a service organiza�on and its moto is serving the children of the world, one child at a �me. He said Kiwanis Club programs are set up at every school level and also for adults with disabili�es. Mr. Beck said the purpose of the clubs is to get children involved in their communi�es. He described how the structure of the clubs are designed for children to learn responsibility and leadership, and how to move ahead in life. Mr. Beck then explained how Kiwanis Club mee�ngs are structured for the members. He said there are three expecta�ons: security clearance every four years, mee�ng atendance one �me per month if able, and all money raised in public cannot be used for the club but goes into a separate founda�on account. Mr. Beck said that members use their interests and skills to work with the children and he provided examples of such ini�a�ves. He explained that it is $75 to join the club and dues are $50 a quarter, all of which go to fund a third-party insurance policy. Mr. Beck said that he met with Mary Beth Stapleton at Harford County Public Schools and she expressed great interest in having the Kiwanis Club at the schools. He noted that the closest club to Bel Air is in Elkton. Mr. Beck said he has been a member since 2000 and expressed his pride and apprecia�on for working with the Kiwanis Club. V. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT Mr. Hopkins said he looks forward to working with the Kiwanis Club as a community partner. He then reported on the following items: 1. Ajay Malhotra joined the Finance Department at the end of June as the new part-�me procurement officer. 2. The Howard Park traffic study has been deferred un�l the end of September because of the ongoing construc�on in that area. Mr. Hopkins thanked town residents for their pa�ence with all the construc�on projects in town and assured everyone that the Public Works Department was coordina�ng all the projects. 3. Mr. Hopkins spoke about the three strong storms that have hit the town in the past six weeks. He urged residents to take preparatory steps to plan ahead for storms. He asked residents to contact the Public Works Department if they no�ce a clogged storm drain. Mr. Hopkins also stressed the dangers of standing water when walking or driving and exposed manhole covers. 4. Mr. Hopkins said he toured the new Homestead-Wakefield Elementary School and said it was beau�ful. He said the commissioners will receive invita�ons for its grand opening in the fall. He also men�oned the Hayes House model at the back of the rotunda and thanked Chris Pots at the Historical Society of Harford County. 5. Mr. Hopkins said the next session of the Municipal Ci�zens Academy starts on September 24 and runs through November 12 with gradua�on on November 17. He said Mr. Anderson will start adver�sing for the academy. Commissioner Taylor mo�oned to amend the agenda to place item X. A. in between items V. and VI. Commissioner Rutledge seconded the mo�on. All in favor. Mo�on carried. 2 A. Discuss Proposed Traffic Calming Device (Speed Hump) on East Broadway Chair E�ng said the commissioners approved a contract for street paving without knowing that it included installa�on of a speed hump. Mr. Small confirmed that two traffic studies were conducted and this street sec�on did not meet the criteria for a speed hump. She said there were communica�on errors because the neighborhood feels that the studies showed that the speed hump was not just approved but was necessary. Chair E�ng said that if the speed hump does not meet the criteria, it should not be installed. She cited two other neighborhoods that are interested in speed humps and ques�oned the wisdom of installing a speed hump that does not meet the criteria when these other neighborhoods may not also meet the criteria and will not get one. She noted that the data did not indicate that speeding is a problem in that area nor did it show accidents at the intersec�on. Chair E�ng said she did not think the town should install any traffic calming device. She also asked to review the criteria of the county for traffic calming devices and why speed humps were installed from Ardmore Way down to Moores Mill Road. She expressed her regret for the neighborhood’s misunderstanding. Commissioner Rutledge agreed with Chair E�ng’s conclusions. He felt that the Neighborhood Transporta�on Management Program (NTMP) would benefit from having a commissioner at its mee�ngs. He ques�oned the wisdom of ci�zens signing a “mini-pe��on” for the speed hump, which takes the authority away from elected officials and allows the super majority of the neighborhood to govern roads. He further stated, with confirma�on from Mr. Krantz, that there is no authority for the NTMP to make decisions, including budgetary decisions, on town roads in the town code nor via a resolu�on. Commissioner Rutledge said it is regretable that the residents felt they were granted an opportunity by the town to vote on a speed hump despite the data not suppor�ng it. He said they felt they were granted a guarantee, which, he said, unfortunately, is not how town government works and no decision can override the authority of the town commissioners regarding expenditures on roads. Commissioner Rutledge said he reviewed his records regarding this contract and he determined that the contract was only for resurfacing of the roadway. He said he sympathizes with the ci�zens, but the commissioners have a fiduciary responsibility to ensure the criteria are met and he is not comfortable with the speed hump installa�on. He said there must be adequate no�ce, adequate opportunity for the commissioners, adequate opportunity for the public, and a delibera�ve process. The commissioners must approve the expense of pu�ng in the speed hump. Commissioner Chance appreciated Commissioner Rutledge’s diligence on the mater. She said that when the mater ini�ally came about, she felt that the speed hump should be installed, but she now appreciated Commissioner Rutledge’s determina�on. Commissioner Chance then discussed her great concern regarding increased speeding in the town and asked what more could be done than just speed humps to prevent accidents. Chief Moore said driving behaviors have been bad for a long �me. He said that sta�s�cally, he is unsure if the behaviors are ge�ng worse. He noted that regarding numbers, crashes are the same and enforcement ac�vi�es remain consistent. He said the Police Department has a designated officer assigned to traffic enforcement and there has not been an increase in speed in specific “hot spots” in town. He said the Police Department will con�nue to raise awareness but noted that officers are rou�nely taken away from this safety issue due to increased retail the�. Chief Moore said he would review the sta�s�cs again. Commissioner Chance suggested more signage and lights at crosswalks. Commissioner Chizmar said the public should be informed as to how a traffic study is conducted, no�ng that the equipment is not visible. Chief Moore explained the process and said it is conducted in 3 phases over a few weeks in a consistent �me frame with a speed counter. Chief Moore added that speed trailers act as a speed deterrent and noted that electronic awareness signs will be installed for Main and Bond Streets. Commissioner Chizmar discussed the town’s traffic study criteria as compared to the county’s. He noted that the town’s criteria “mirrors” much of the county’s and has the same point scale but the town has more categories. Mr. Small explained how the NTMP works and is tailored to a municipality’s needs. Commissioner Chizmar was also sympathe�c to the neighborhood’s concerns, but said much of the problem is “just the behavior of today’s drivers.” He felt it was not necessary to have a commissioner on the NTMP because anything that will require funds will come before the commissioners. He said NTMP cannot make decisions; they can only advise. Mr. Small explained the point scale of the traffic study and said that an area needs to get to level 2 (at least 50 points) to qualify. He confirmed for Chair E�ng that this par�cular area scored 30 which is not even close to level 2. He then explained how input from the neighborhood interacts with the score. He said that typically there is a request from the neighborhood for a traffic study, then the measurement, the score, and then a poten�al pe��on. Commissioner Taylor said the process for this par�cular neighborhood is regretable. He said that the ci�zens who were given instruc�ons on how to engage in the democra�c process and then told that mistakes were made by the town are owed a large apology. He felt that reforms are needed in the process and a commissioner should atend the NTMP mee�ngs. He said he wants to review the metrics, the defini�on of geographic boundaries of public plebiscite, how the town is polling, etc. He ques�oned whether any of these items have been adopted by the board that would then permit the NTMP to grant a pe��on to the community. Commissioner Taylor noted that the town code and charter are clear that the board holds authority over town roads and a traffic speed hump should be approved by the board. He said it is also clear that the loca�on does not warrant a speed hump but he recognized the process that the residents went through. He said that whether or not the town makes a promise in error, it should be counted on to do what it said it would do. Commissioner Taylor said the merits have been preempted and the promise should be honored, but he noted that his posi�on may be in the minority. Commissioner Taylor again said that the town needs to establish a proper process and in this instance the residents were not given the best process. He said the town owes it to the ci�zens to improve. Chair E�ng agreed that the residents were not treated well and apologized on behalf of the town. She said she cannot agree to installing a traffic control device. She said it should have been clear to the ci�zens that the data did not support the device and the pe��on should not have happened. Commissioner Rutledge agreed that it is not the residents’ fault and supported having a commissioner on the NTMP as a liaison. He said the commissioner could act as a support for legisla�ve ini�a�ves and determine the town’s authority in the decision-making process. Commissioner Taylor said the broader point is ensuring that this situa�on does not happen with other neighborhoods. Chair E�ng reiterated that she wants to ensure fairness and does not want to say “yes” to a neighborhood when the data does not support it. Commissioner Chizmar ques�oned the need for a commissioner liaison on the NTMP when it consists of the town administrator, and heads from the planning, public works, and police departments. He said they are knowledgeable regarding the commissioners’ authority and can only make recommenda�ons. Commissioner Taylor felt having a commissioner liaison would open a line of communica�on between the NTMP and the commissioners, but Commissioner Chizmar felt the staff reports should provide more informa�on. 4  Chair E�ng summarized the discussion. She said they will determine how to avoid this situa�on with possibly having a commissioner liaison on the NTMP. She said it is also worthwhile to do another traffic study for the neighborhood in ques�on. Chief Moore agreed but ques�oned whether the data would be different. He noted that traffic volume is higher, which could affect the data. Mr. Kline said the non- residen�al traffic is also difficult to determine. Chair E�ng also said she would like to contact the county about the speed humps from Ardmore Way to Moores Mill Road and the criteria for their installa�on. VI. TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR TOWN MEETING (July 21, 2025, at 7:00 pm, Bel Air Town Hall) A. Public Hearing 1. Resolu�on No. 1254-25 Amending the 2025 Fiscal Year Budget Ms. Moody said there are some amendments to the amendment and she summarized them as follows. She said the Police Protec�on Grant came in as only $9,900 under budget rather than the an�cipated $30,000 under budget. On the expense side, Ms. Moody said $11,000 were spent for electrical needs in town hall and the Public Works Department building. She said there is a cost of $23,000 in unexpected maintenance items. She said there are also salary and benefits adjustments. Ms. Moody said the final bill for June for the legal budget will be adjusted by a $6,000 savings. Under the technology budget, Ms. Moody said there is an amendment to add $22,000 in licensing. She said this is result of many vendor price increases and necessary unbudgeted services since the budget was approved, and she is working with Mr. Krantz and Mr. Forth to take measures to prevent such an increase from happening again. Ms. Moody said an addi�onal $13,000 for tree work by others has been added to the Public Works Department budget, as well as $7,500 for street and sidewalk tools. She confirmed that there will s�ll be a balanced budget. She noted that next week the commissioners will approve the amendment as well as the amendments to the amendment. 2. Cable Franchise Renewal Agreement between the Town of Bel Air and Verizon Mr. Krantz provided background on this agreement. He said the town entered into a cable franchise agreement on October 6, 2008, for fi�een years. The agreement expired in 2023 and the town and Verizon mutually agreed to extend those terms. Mr. Krantz said this agreement will be for a five-year, non-exclusive franchise with 3 percent of annual gross revenue. He noted that cable TV is slowly becoming obsolete, and the town did not have much leverage to require a longer term or a higher percentage. Mr. Krantz said the best leverage was to request the exact terms of the agreement between Harford County and Verizon, and Verizon accommodated this request. He said there will be two public hearings, one next week and one in August. He confirmed for Commissioner Chizmar that the agreement starts on the date that the ordinance is effec�ve. B. Unfinished Business 1. Resolu�on No. 1254-25 Amending the 2025 Fiscal Year Budget C. New Business 1. Ordinance 843-26 Verizon Cable Franchise Agreement Renewal 5 2. Resolu�on 1255-25 2024 Harford County Growth Report Mr. Small said the report was emailed to the commissioners. He said that Homestead-Wakefield Elementary School is at 117% capacity but that is using the capacity for a building that no longer exists. He explained that the numbers really indicate that with the new building the school will be within its capacity numbers. Mr. Small asked if the commissioners s�ll want to accept this report as a resolu�on every six months or would they prefer to just be provided the informa�on. Chair E�ng confirmed that the board would prefer no resolu�on, as is consistent with the processes of Aberdeen and Havre de Grace. Ms. Thompson said the code would need to be changed because the Planning Commission is bound by the code when doing analyses to use the current version of the growth report that the commissioners have “accepted.” She said the sec�on can be revised to say the “most recent version” and Mr. Small agreed to make the necessary changes. VII. COMMISSIONER LIAISON REPORTS Chair E�ng said the Tree Commitee is dra�ing a list of poten�al tree plan�ng projects in town, including along Route 22, at Bel Air Elementary School, and at Harford Mall Phase 1. She said they are also crea�ng a chart with street tree op�ons based on the plan�ng site. Mr. Small said anyone in town can request a street tree if they have a minimum of 4 �. Commissioner Chizmar said the Planning Commission met and approved the nail salon and Vietnamese Restaurant on Bond Street. The trampoline park proposal has been pulled. VIII. STAFFING UPDATE A. Review Term Expira�on Dates of Boards, Commitees, and Commissions Mr. Krantz said there is a police officer posi�on posted for a lateral move or for someone aspiring to become a police officer. He said he will also be pos�ng a laborer posi�on. Mr. Krantz reported that there is a vacant poll worker posi�on. Any applicants must be a town resident. He described the need for this addi�onal poll worker to relieve the elec�on judges during elec�on day. Chair E�ng said Wayne Merkel will not be renewing his posi�on on the Tree Commitee but that there is someone else interested in serving. Commissioner Chizmar confirmed that Rick Gerety will con�nue on the Board of Appeals and Rob Preston will not, leaving two open seats. Mr. Krantz said the open posi�ons on the Boards of Appeals and Ethics must be filled by town residents. IX. CALENDAR Mr. Small said the Planning Commission will not be mee�ng in August. Ms. Robertson said there will be a ribbon-cu�ng on August 22 for the grand re-opening of Charm City Run. Commissioners will receive invita�ons. 6 X. MISCELLANEOUS B. Discuss Town Code Chapter 450: Vehicles and Traffic § 450-33: Riding Bicycles and Similar Devices on Sidewalks or Municipal Structures and § 450-35: Skateboards, In-Line Skates, Roller Skates, and Similar Devices and Related Fines Mr. Hopkins said he and Chief Moore have received complaints regarding bike infrac�ons on Main Street sidewalks and along Main Street itself. He said this is really a larger discussion of Main Street. He said there could be signage regarding fines but mul�ple signs affect the aesthe�c appeal of the street. Chair E�ng said that bikes cannot be ridden on sidewalks and she felt that the public may be unaware of this law. Chief Moore said the first offense is a $25 dollar fine and any further offenses are a $100 fine. He said police can take the bikes and hold the juveniles. Commissioner Taylor felt signs will result is cluter and for those causing these issues signs are not a deterrent, rather tangible ac�on would be best. He said he trusted officers to determine whether these bike riders are an actual nuisance to car and pedestrian traffic. Chief Moore expressed the difficulty in finding a strategy to hold these people accountable. Commissioner Rutledge said there are cons�tuents on N. Hickory Avenue and Broadway that are riding bikes on sidewalks for commu�ng, shopping, and going to the library. Chief Moore confirmed that in that area of town, it is permited to ride on sidewalks; it is only prohibited in the downtown district. He explained that in state law if the travel por�on of the roadway is not open, cyclists can use the sidewalk and this can be regulated. Chair E�ng ques�oned whether this law is overridden by the municipality’s law. Commissioner Rutledge asked town counsel to review these state laws. Commissioner Chizmar said the town code dictates no bikes in the business district of town and in or on municipal structures and noted that Hickory Avenue is part of the business district. Commissioner Rutledge said it is a mater of weighing the interests of pedestrians versus cyclists. He said that technology has outrun the law with the electric bikes. Chief Moore explained that it is difficult to differen�ate the types of bikes and speeds and consequently �cket and enforce. Chair E�ng concluded that that they will review state law and town code for possible changes. C. Discuss Short-Term Rentals and Poten�al New Legisla�on or Town Code Amendments Commissioner Rutledge said he is con�nuing the discussion on short-term rentals. He referred to the dra� legisla�on for short-term rentals with edits courtesy of input from the Planning Commission and the Economic and Community Development Commission (ECDC). He referred to the June 5 memorandum from the Planning Commission. He said he made a presenta�on at their June mee�ng asking for a special excep�on in the R zones and a special development regula�on in the B zones and M- 1. Her noted that the memorandum expresses full support of the legisla�on in all districts and the ra�onale behind their support. He said he also received overwhelming support from the ECDC a�er his presenta�on to them on June 12 and referred to their memorandum. Commissioner Rutledge reviewed the proposed changes. There are addi�onal criteria that apply just to the R zones, including a maximum of 500 sq �. Commissioner Rutledge said that there are also language changes for the R zones. He referred to 1.b. of the ordinance where it now states that the “property owner must be on-site” while the rental unit is occupied. In addi�on, the owner must be located within Harford County for all the other districts, a change from the previous 30-minute requirement. He said this change dovetails with the county’s courts and sheriff’s department and creates a geographically defined parameter. Commissioner Rutledge said the defini�on of “short-term rental” 7 was changed from “30 days or less” to “28 con�nuous days.” He then asked the commissioners their posi�ons on short-term rentals in the various zones. Chair E�ng said she is opposed to short-term rentals in any of the R zones, including R-O. She felt that people purchase their homes to live in a residen�al area, an area that is not meant for businesses. She noted that people stay at surrounding hotels but s�ll come to the town for entertainment. Commissioner Chance said she fully supports this legisla�on. She noted the many people who come to the county and town for events not for par�es. She said Bel Air is not a college town or a party des�na�on. She commended Commissioner Rutledge on his work on this legisla�on and the support he garnered from the two commissions. Commissioner Chizmar said he supports the B districts but he is not in favor of the R districts. He felt such legisla�on gives more cause to build ADUs, which would turn a backyard into a permanent short- term rental. He felt that short-term rentals can atract all sorts of people to the town and preferred to start small with this legisla�on. He noted that the R districts can always be added later. Commissioner Chizmar also said that a prolifera�on of short-term rentals in the R districts could limit the town’s chances of ever ge�ng a hotel. Commissioner Taylor said he supported the rentals in the commercial districts because there is an increased need for people to stay in Bel Air. He felt that people do have a right to buy and live in a designated residen�al area and are concerned about keeping it that way. He said Commissioner Chizmar’s approach is prudent and it is best to see how short-term rentals fare in the B zones first. Commissioner Taylor said it is best to take a balanced approach that considers both the economics and the cons�tuents who are concerned about their residen�al zones. Chair E�ng concluded that there is consensus for short-term rentals in the B zones. Commissioner Rutledge thanked staff, commissioners, the Planning Commission, and the ECDC for their �me and considera�on. D. Discuss Town Code Chapter 165. Comprehensive Plan and Development Regula�ons, Part 2. Zoning, Ar�cle X. Accessory and Temporary Uses Regarding Fences, Sheds, and Related Permits Commissioner Taylor said he worked with Mr. Hopkins and Mr. Small regarding the request of a cons�tuent to install a shed on a corner lot. He said that currently the code makes it difficult for an owner of a corner lot to build a shed that faces the right-of-way anywhere on the property except for the far back of the lot. He said his proposed solu�on is a regula�on of a minimum of 6 � from the right-of- way. He noted that the Planning Department in the course of the shed approval, could require a survey of the visibility at the intersec�on. He said that a total prohibi�on is too heavy-handed. Mr. Small explained that the current prohibi�on is that a shed cannot be installed in the front yard, and for a corner lot, the backyard is also the front yard. Commissioner Taylor added that the provision is also that the shed has to behind the façade of the house. Mr. Small confirmed for Commissioner Chizmar that an ADU would occupy the same structure as a shed so this provision technically includes ADUs/detached garages (i.e., accessory structure). Commissioner Taylor says the language uses “shed.” Mr. Small said the legisla�on could be limited to just sheds, which is anything under 200 sq �. Commissioner Taylor confirmed that that is the intent of the legisla�on, just sheds. 8 XI. STAFF COMMENTS Mr. Kline said he will speak with Mr. Adolph regarding his posi�on on the Board of Building Appeals before August. He added that the Public Works Department is apprecia�ve of the new equipment purchases. He said that he has been able to sell some of the older equipment on GovDeals. XII. COMMISSIONERS’ COMMENTS All commissioners expressed their thanks and great apprecia�on to the volunteers and Public Works and Police Departments for all their work during the wonderful July 4 celebra�on in Bel Air. Commissioner Taylor said there was a Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cu�ng where the town’s economic development staff was well-represented for the reopening of Z-Vault under new management. He said there will also be a Town of Bel Air ribbon-cu�ng for Old Line Mercan�le on July 18. Chair E�ng thanked the Public Works Department for their work during the recent storms. Mr. Kline provided Chair E�ng with an update on the progress on Gordon, Thomas, and George Streets as well as other street projects in town. He said Gordon Street is done and George Street is 50 precent completed. Thomas Street’s progress has been slowed by a watermain break. Commissioner Chizmar recognized the efforts and support of all the sponsors for the July 4 celebra�on. Commissioner Rutledge said the July 4 celebra�on is a tribute to the town. He said that it is important to communicate to the public the relevance of the improvements and roadwork in town. He noted that there are many jurisdic�ons in the country that struggle to keep the basic func�ons running and are facing economic blight. He said that Bel Air is in the enviable posi�on of being able to complain about massive public improvements and fantas�c projects, that some�mes happen all at once but are for the common good. Commissioner Rutledge implored town ci�zens to have pa�ence and appreciate that they live in a town where there are jobs, environmental protec�ons, and a solid budget. Commissioner Chance agreed. XIII. CLOSED SESSION Commissioner Taylor mo�oned to move the mee�ng into closed session. Commissioner Taylor read the reasons for the closed session as listed below. Commissioner Chizmar seconded the mo�on. Mr. Krantz asked for roll call: Ayes: Commissioners Rutledge, Chizmar, Taylor, Chance, E�ng. Nays: None. Mo�on carried 5-0. Chair E�ng said the mee�ng would not return to open session. The mee�ng closed at 7:48 pm. A. This por�on of the mee�ng will be closed under the provisions of the Maryland Open Mee�ngs Act General Provisions Art. §3-305(b)(2)(7) and (8). B. Topics of Discussion: 1. To Discuss the Town of Bel Air Annual Awards Selec�on (Business of the Year and Ci�zen of the Year) 9 2. To Obtain Legal Advice and Discuss Poten�al Li�ga�on Regarding Town Code Chapter 50: Finance and Taxa�on § 50-3: Assessments for Services and Improvements and Abatements of Nuisances 3. To Obtain Legal Advice Regarding the Purdue Pharma/Sackler Bankruptcy Plan and Opioid Li�ga�on Setlements C. Reasons for Closed-Session Discussion of Above Topics 1. Because public discussion of nominees would compromise the confiden�ality of the selec�on process. 2. Because public discussion of confiden�al informa�on and legal strategies can compromise the atorney-client privilege and inhibit the ability of the public body to receive candid and uninhibited legal guidance. XIV. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Taylor mo�oned to adjourn the mee�ng. Commissioner Chance seconded the mo�on. All in favor. The mee�ng adjourned at 8:49 pm. APPROVED: August 18, 2025 Signature on file _____________ Paula S. E�ng, Chair Board of Town Commissioners Signature on file_____________ Michael L. Krantz, Town Clerk 10