TOWN MEETING SNAPSHOT [20 Mar 23]

The following items were on the agenda for the above meeting:

• Treasurer’s Report
  • General Operating Balance: $73,926.31
  • Utility Operating Balance: $104,41.07
  • Total General Fund Balances: $1,087,951.00
  • ARP Fund Balances: $641,349.00
  • Total Water Fund Balances: $300,591.00
  • Total Sewer Fund Balances: $684,464.00.00
  • Total Available Municipal Funds: $2,714,810.00
• Town Manager’s Report
  • Town has organized a “planning committee” to work on the “official” Strawberry Days event to be held on May 20 at the Town Park.
  • FY 24 Town Budget work to begin in late March before meeting with the Town Commission President with formal introduction scheduled for April 17, 2023 town meeting.
  • “Bulk trash” pick up will be Thursday, April 20.
  • April 7 is GOOD FRIDAY and Town Offices will be closed.
• Town Engineer’s Report
  • Phase IV of WTP MDE reviewing comments requested.
  • FY23 “Street Improvement Project” being worked on for submittal to Town Commissioners.
  • WWTP sludge bed improvements scheduled for 1 May.
• Resolution # 2023-02 “Authorizing the Town of Pittsville to Enter the Maryland Local Government Investment Pool” – ADOPTED.
• Town Flag proposal tabled until next town meeting on April 17, 2023.
• The following were appointed and confirmed as members of the PITTSVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (PEDC): Kelly Jeter and Dale Littleton.

Should anyone have questions, desire additional information, or want clarification on the above, you are encouraged to contact the Town Manager at 410-835-8872.

COUNTY EXECUTIVE ANNOUNCES PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED OPERATING BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024

Salisbury, MD … Wicomico County Executive Julie M. Giordano invites all citizens to participate in a Public Hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget, Capital Improvement Budget, Governmental and Enterprise Funds Budgets and the appropriation of all expenditures for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. The meeting will be held on Monday, March 13, 2023, in the Flanders Room of the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center beginning at 6:00 PM.

The public is encouraged to present their comments and questions. County Executive Giordano and her staff will consider the suggestions of the citizens when creating the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget. Final decisions will be based on prioritization of need and available funding sources.

WHO:
Wicomico County Residents
County Executive Julie M. Giordano and Staff

WHAT:
Public Hearing Notice
Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget

WHEN:
Monday, March 13, 2023, at 6:00 PM

WHERE:
Wicomico Youth and Civic Center
500 Glen Avenue, Salisbury MD
Flanders Room

The planned closure of Poplar Neck Road for roadway improvements has been POSTPONED. Additional information can be obtained by contacting the Wicomico County Department of Public Works’ Roads Division at 410-548-4872.

Wicomico County will be hosting a free Agricultural Scrap Tire Collection Event from March 6, 2023 until March 11, 2023. Drop off will be occurring from 7:30am until 3:00pm at 6948 Brick Kiln Road.

Farmers will be allowed to drop off scrap tires free of charge during these timeframes. Tires will not be accepted from out of state commercial haulers.

Proof of Wicomico County residency will be required in the form of photo ID. The County has the ability to end the event early should they reach maximum capacity and limits.

The Town of Pittsville recently acquired a new Police patrol vehicle through a USDA grant program. This afternoon, Pittsville Commission President Sean McHugh and Pittsville Chief of Police Robert Harris donated the town’s old patrol vehicle to Wor-Wic Community College. The donated vehicle will be used by college security staff as well as the Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy. Through this donation, the Town of Pittsville is pleased to support the training of the law enforcement officers who protect and serve our local communities.

Pictured (left to right): Wor-Wic President Dr. Murray K. Hoy, Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy Director John Moses, Pittsville Town Commission President Sean McHugh, and Pittsville Chief of Police Robert Harris.

The Town Commissioners of Pittsville are considering the adoption of an official town flag. A proposed design (with alternate design) has been submitted for consideration and your feedback is requested! Between February 27 and March 13, residents of Pittsville are invited to provide comments on the proposed design. These comments will assist the Town Commissioners in deciding how to proceed with the adoption of the town flag.

Comments can be submitted anytime by emailing [email protected]. You may also call Town Hall at 410-835-8872 or visit in person Monday-Friday between 8:00am and 4:00pm. When leaving comments, please provide your full name and indicate whether your comments apply to “Proposed Design A” or “Proposed Design B”. We thank you for your participation!

Explanation of Proposed Design A:

The flag symbolizes our respect of the past, commitment to our community in the present, and optimistic outlook on our future. It consists of a white saltire, or cross, which divides the flag into four sections: top/bottom sections in Maryland “Calvert” gold and hoist/fly sections in “Pitts” blue. The saltire represents the Wicomico & Pocomoke Railroad and alludes to Pittsville’s original name of “Derrickson’s Cross Roads”. The gold sections represent Pittsville’s rich history, bright future, and unity with all of Maryland. The blue sections represent goodwill, honesty, and community spirit. Pitts blue pays homage to Pittsville’s namesake, Dr. Hillary R. Pitts, as the color is derived from the Pitts family coat of arms. It’s a strong color that makes the bold statement, “We are Pittsville, we are proud, and we are one!”.

Explanation of Proposed Design B:

The alternate flag features the addition of a single red strawberry charge at the center of the saltire. This symbol reminds us of Pittsville’s once booming strawberry industry and designation as “Strawberry Capital of the World”. The strawberry is presented in the same “Crossland” red found on the Maryland state flag.

Use the following links to view each design waving on a flagpole.

Proposed Design A: CLICK TO VIEW

Proposed Design B: CLICK TO VIEW