THE BERLIN BULLETIN - April 2023 |
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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, April 3, 2023: 5:00 PM General Fund Budget FY24 Work Session
· Monday, April 10, 2023: 5:00 PM Closed Session; 7:00 PM Regular Session
· Monday, April 17, 2023: 5:00 PM Utility Fund Budget FY24 Work Session
· Monday, April 24, 2023: 7:00 PM Regular Session
For a complete list of Board & Commission Meetings, click here.
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Last Month's Meeting Highlights |
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March 13, 2023, Regular Session:
- Taylor House Museum Special Event Requests
- Discussion: Rails and Trails Grant Application
March 23, 2023, Closed & Work Session:
Closed Session:
- Discussion re: Ongoing negotiations in reference to the sale of parcels at Heron Park.
Work Session:
- Berlin Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services
March 27, 2023, Closed & Regular Session (New Agenda Format):
Closed Session:
- Discussion re: PayPoint HR Wage and Compensation Study Findings Review.
Regular Session:
- Proclamation 2023-02: Fair Housing Month
- Items(s) for Aproval: a) Request for Proposal: Smart Meter Installation b) Motion 2023-08: Program Open Space FY24 Annual Program c) Motion 2023-09: Award for Growth Element d) Motion 2023-10: PJM Annual Officer Certification Form
- Discussion Item(s): a) FY2024 Real Estate Tax Rate b) Town of Berlin Letter to Worcester County Regarding LPPRP
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From our Water 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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Berlin Spring Celebration! |
Come to Downtown Berlin for games, crafts, face painting, egg hunt, Bonnet Parade and more! Egg Hunt at the Taylor House Museum starts at 1pm and the talent show follows.
Sponsored by the Berlin Chamber of Commerce.
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Backyard Buffer Tree Giveaway |
Bundles must be reserved in advance by contacting Kate Daub at kdaub@berlinmd.gov or 410-641-4002.
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Take Pride in Berlin Week will feature our Berlin Non-Profits - Visit The Berlin Welcome Center, 14 S. Main Street, Mon-Fri 11am-4pm for a chance to give back!
Donate to the following:
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Monday 4/17: The Grace Center is collecting Visa Gift Cards, Cash or Check, Items that can be used for fundraiser raffles such as gift baskets, gift certificates to local restaurants, stores, hotels, services and attractions. Disinfectant cleaners, sprays and wipes, Paper Towels, Bottled Water, Toilet Paper.
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Tuesday 4/18: Calvin B. Taylor House Museum
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Wednesday 4/19: We Heart Berlin will have branded merchandise
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Thursday 4/20: Worcester Youth & Family
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Friday 4/21: The Berlin Lions Club
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Saturday 4/22: Earth Day Clean-up & planting day at the parks and downtown 8:30am-10:30am.
If you’re interested in helping clean up, come to the Berlin Welcome Center that morning for materials.
For more info, email aearly@berlinmd.gov
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Bring your dancin' shoes!! |
2 Music Stages Featuring:
11 am: Salisbury University Jazz Ensemble
12:30 pm: Lower Case Blues
2:00 pm: Rodney Kelley Jazz Experience
3:30 pm: The Nighthawks
Plus Delmarva’s best breweries & wineries, food & art!
Tasting Ticket info announced soon.
• FREE to attend • FREE to park
• Leashed pets welcome
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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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Berlin Fireworks Needs Your Help! |
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Independence Day
Fireworks Show!
Please consider sponsoring the fireworks display this year on July 3rd at Heron Park.
Sponsor Package can be found here
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10 William Street Berlin,
MD 21811
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