THE BERLIN BULLETIN - JUNE 2022
Town News and Press Releases
Upcoming Town Meetings
SUBJECT TO CHANGE: All Mayor and Council and Boards and Commission Meetings are being held in person without attendance limitations. Face coverings are encouraged, but not required. For more details and the most up-to-date information, please visit the meeting page on our website.
 
  • CANCELED: Monday, June 13, 2022, 7:00 PM Regular Meeting
  • Monday, June 27, 2022, 7:00 PM Regular Meeting

For a complete list of Board & Commission Meetings, click here.

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Last Month's Meetings' Updates
  • Linda Bowen, Tony Bowen, and Gine Velong were sworn in to serve on the Board of Supervisors of Elections.
  • Approval of Appointments made for the Arts and Entertainment Committee and the Berlin Beautification Committee, all of which were approved by the Council.
  • A special Event Request and a request of fee waivers for a Memorial Weekend Basketball Tournament at Henry Park was approved.
  • Approval was given for the draft RFP for the William Street Lift Station.
  • The PJM Quarterly Report was presented by the Electric Director.
  • Approval was given for the new 611 bIllboard design.
  • First reading of Ordinance 2022-04: Approving the Amendments of Chapter 108 Entitled Zoning, Article VI – District Regulations, Division 5, Section 108-403, Entitled Lot Area, Width and Yard Requirements as Submitted.
  • First Reading of Ordinance 2022-05: Approving the FY 2023 Budget as Submitted.

  • Presentation on the Eastern Shore Regional GIS Cooperative (ESRGC) Housing Study.
  • Approval of Appointments to Parks Commission, Historic District Commission, and the Board of Supervisors of Elections.
  • Proclamation 2022-05 recognizing June 20-26, 2022, as National Pollinator Week.
  • Approval of application to the DHCD Community Legacy Grant for additional facade grant funding.
  • Review of Appraisal and Request to Move Forward with an Extended Negotiation Period with proposer(s) - Heron Park RFP.
  • Approval of ARPA Spending Plan – Mayor Zack Tyndall.
  • Public Hearing with approval on Ordinance 2022-04: Approving the Amendments of Chapter 108 Entitled Zoning, Article VI – District Regulations, Division 5, Section 108-403, Entitled Lot Area, Width and Yard Requirements as Submitted.
  • Public Hearing with approval on Ordinance 2022-05: Approving the FY 2023 Budget as Amended.
  • Third Quarter Financial Highlights for FY 2022 – Finance Director Natalie Saleh.

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Upcoming Holidays
and changes to trash and recycling schedules
Monday, June 20: Juneteenth National Independence Day - Recycling collection normally scheduled for Monday will be collected on Tuesday, along with regular Tuesday, trash collection.
Upcoming Events
Bathtub Races
Friday, June 10th from 6 pm - 8 pm on Main Street
Sundays at the Museum
Sunday, June 12th from 6 pm - 7:30 pm at the Calvin B. Taylor House Museum
Berlin Fireworks Needs Your Help!
A reminder of Required Lawn Maintenance to comply with Town Code
  • Keep your grass cut less than six inches in height.
  • Remove all weeds and foreign growth from your property. This includes sidewalks, street stormwater gutters, 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. 
A Message from our Water Department
The Wastewater Utility has experienced an increase in backups. We would like to remind consumers that wipes are not flushable even if they are advertised as ‘flushable wipes’. If you use any type of wipe in your household, please be sure to dispose of them in a trash can. Other products that should be disposed of in the trash include grease, rubber gloves, disposable masks, and feminine hygiene products. They all have the potential to ball up with other debris in the wastewater system and clog pump impellers in pump stations. This can result in unexpected backups and costly repairs. https://blog.envirosight.com/sewer-school-flushable-wipes
Water Resources has had difficulty accessing some residents' meters in Town. Please remember to clear tall grass, brush, and debris from your meter pit area, and do not park over your meter. This will ensure that Water Resources can get an accurate reading of your meter for your bill. The photo on the right shows three meters that are inaccessible and difficult to access and one that is easily accessible.
 
If you need help locating your meter to ensure you are in compliance or have any questions please call 410-641-2414.
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