ALL BUSINESS ITEMS MUST BE SCHEDULED ON THE AGENDA THE WEDNESDAY PRIOR TO THE TOWN MEETING IN ORDER TO BE HEARD.

January 21, 2026 – 7:00 PM
AGENDA

1. Call to Order
   1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Approval of the Minutes of December 15, 2025
3. Treasurer’s Report of Balances of General and Utility Accounts
4. Public Safety Report
   1. Fire/EMS Report
   2. Police Report
   3. Code Enforcement Report
5. Town Manager Report
   1. Department Reports
6. Town Engineer Report – Robert Duma
7. Old Business
   1. Letter from Chesapeake Waste Industries Regarding the Increase in Wicomico County Landfill Fees/DISCUSSION
8. New Business
   1. Consideration of Resolution #2026-01“ A Resolution to Approve General Obligation Borrowing from Maryland Water Infrastructure Financing Administration for the Water Treatment Plant Phase IV Upgrade Project”/ADOPTION
   2. Consideration of Resolution #2026-02 “ Extending Thanks and Appreciation to Ivory Smith for Service to the Town/ADOPTION
   3. Request from Pittsville Band Boosters for Donation
9. Town Commission/Committee Reports and Commissioner/Public Comments
10. Adjournment of Meeting.

The Town Commissioners reserve the right to close a portion of this meeting as authorized by Section 3-305(b) and Section 3-104 of the General Provisions Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland.

Next Meeting Date – TBD

Please note that Under Public Comments, limit all public comments to three (3) minutes or less, any written material may be presented to the Town Commissioners. Any derogatory remarks, personal attacks, obscene language, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated and will upon order from the Presiding Officer be grounds for removal of the individual from the meeting.

It’s time for the annual renewal of licenses for all rental properties within the incorporated limits of the Town of Pittsville. Licensing is required for any property used in whole or in part as a residential rental dwelling unit. Property owners are required to register their properties with the Town no later than February 28, 2026.

For additional information, please see the following notice: Notice_2026_Rental-Property-Renewal.pdf

Ordinance #2024-06, which established the Residential Rental Dwelling Unit License program, can be viewed here: Ordinance-2024-06-11182024.pdf

The license application can be downloaded and printed here: Application_2026_Rental-Property-Registration.pdf

If you have any questions about licensing requirements, please review Ordinance #2024-06 and then contact Town Hall at (410) 835-8872 or [email protected].

Town Hall will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Town Hall will re-open on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 8:00am.

Since the holiday falls on a regular monthly meeting night, the Town Commissioners monthly meeting for January will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 7:00pm.

AGENDA
14 Jan 26 – 6:00 pm

1. Call to Order
2. Approval of the Minutes / 10 Sep 25
3. Town Manager’s Comments
4. Old Business
   1. Solomon’s Village/Update
   2. Addition To Sandy Field Subdivision/Update
   3. Beach To Bay Subdivisions/Update
   4. Warehouse
   5. WTP Upgrade Update
   6. WWTP Maintenance/Repairs Update
   7. Sandy Field Storm Water Drainage Issue
   8. Accessory Structure/7437 Cemetery Avenue
5. New Business
   1. Minor Subdivision of Powell Property Investments LLC/Maple Street
   2. Letter from MDOP/Comprehensive Plan Engagement Process
6. Commission Members/Public Comments
7. Adjournment

NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING: TBD

Please be advised that our Public Works department is currently doing some spot checking/hydrant flushing throughout the town. This flushing may cause some water discoloration for a short time.

They are currently working on Maple Street.

Below, please find the dates for this month’s TOWN MEETINGS & EVENTS:

Thu | January 1
Town Offices Closed (New Year’s Day)

Sat | January 3
Trash Collection (Re-scheduled from Jan 1)

Thu | January 8 – 7:00pm
Aydelotte Public Drainage Meeting
Pittsville Vol. Fire Department, 7442 Gumboro Road

Wed | January 14 – 6:00pm
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
Town Hall, 7505 Gumboro Road

Mon | January 19
Town Offices Closed (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)

Wed | January 21 – 7:00pm
Town Commissioners Meeting
Town Hall, 7505 Gumboro Road

Wed | January 28 – 5:30pm
Economic Development Commission Meeting
Town Hall, 7505 Gumboro Road

All meetings and events are open to the public.

The annual Aydelotte public drainage meeting will take place on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 7:00pm at the Pittsville Vol. Fire Department. For additional information about the meeting, including contact information, please review the following county notification:

Aydelotte-Public-Drainage-Meeting-2026.pdf

Note from President

December was a significant month for Pittsville as the Town Commission reorganized following November’s election. I’m honored to continue serving as Commission President, with Roland Adkins continuing as Vice President. This marks the beginning of a new term focused on continuing our commitment to transparency, infrastructure improvements, and fiscal responsibility.

The Council met on December 15th and addressed several key matters, including board appointments, ongoing water system improvements, and important financial decisions. Our Water Treatment Plant Phase IV upgrade is nearing completion. As we close out 2025 and look ahead to the new year, I want to thank our residents for your continued engagement and patience as we work to make Pittsville an even better place to live. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to you all!

Meeting Highlights

Commission Reorganization Completed – Following the Town Charter requirements, the Commission set the President and Vice President roles. Sean McHugh was unanimously re-elected as Commission President, and Roland Adkins was unanimously re-elected as Commission Vice President.

Board Appointments Approved – Cheryl Tyndall was reappointed to the Planning and Zoning Committee for another five-year term. The Council also adopted Resolution #2025-05, confirming the continued appointment of Erica Witz as Town Attorney.

Loan Resolution Tabled – Resolution #2025-06 regarding General Obligation Borrowing from Maryland Water Infrastructure Financing Administration for the Water Treatment Plant Phase IV Upgrade was tabled until the January meeting.

Challenges and Updates

Code Enforcement Follow-Up – Of the five residents who received municipal code violation letters regarding ditch maintenance in the Pitts Avenue area, only one has complied. Public Works will address the remaining violations, with property owners being billed for the work plus a $200 administrative fee.

Mold Remediation Monitoring – The serious mold issues at one of the town’s apartment complexes are undergoing remediation. The town will conduct follow-up inspections to ensure proper completion, and MDE has been notified.

Trash Collection Fee Increase Discussion – The Council discussed a letter from Chesapeake Waste Industries requesting a $1.00 per unit monthly increase in trash collection fees due to higher Wicomico County Landfill fees. The town will request a formal addendum to address this outside-of-contract increase.

Water Update

The Water Treatment Plant Phase IV upgrade is nearing completion, with new filter media arriving in December. However, delays in finishing the two filters mean final painting work will take place in January. Despite these minor delays, the project continues to progress well. There was a discussion with MDE regarding the loan closing, and the project will likely be complete before the loan is finalized.

The Wastewater Treatment Plant UV system received new materials and is expected to be up and running within the next couple of weeks. Additionally, positive progress was made on the Sandyfield subdivision drainage issue, with the subdivision owner agreeing to help resolve the matter and maintain the pond.

Upcoming Events

Town Council Meeting – Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00 pm at Town Hall (Note: Rescheduled from normal date due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday)

Special Trash Collection – Saturday, December 27, 2025 (rescheduled due to Christmas holiday)

Special Trash Collection – Saturday, January 3, 2026 (rescheduled due to New Year’s holiday)

Town News

Sandyfield Subdivision Drainage Resolution – The owner of Sandyfield subdivision met with Town Manager Mangini, Public Works Director Monroe, and Town Engineer Duma and agreed to help resolve the drainage issues and maintain the pond.

2025 Roadway Improvement Project – The roadway improvement project is set to go to bidding soon and will be the first major project in spring 2026.

Public Works Winter Readiness – Public Works has approximately one ton of salt on hand for winter weather response and may need to acquire more as needed.

Strawberry Festival Planning Underway – Commissioner Carozza reported that sponsorships for the annual Strawberry Festival are already coming in, with at least one sponsor confirmed.

Next Town Council Meeting

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00 pm at Town Hall.

Have questions for the Council? Submit them at: [email protected].

Due to the federal/state/town Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday falling on Monday, January 19, 2026 this year, the Town Commissioners January monthly meeting will be scheduled on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 commencing at 7:00 pm in Town Hall!

The Pittsville Town Offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 31 (New Years Eve) AND Thursday, January 1, 2026 (New Years Day) due to the New Years holiday. Town Offices will re-open on Friday, January 2, 2026!

Trash collection this week will take place on Saturday, 1/03.

HAPPY NEW YEARS DAY to all our PITTSVILLE residents!