GREATER SEVERNA PARK COUNCIL
Minutes of the July 13, 2004 Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 7:38 PM by President John Strange
Secretary’s Report: The minutes of the June 8th meeting were approved as submitted. Thank you to Bruce Karner, Oakleigh Forest, who has volunteered to take minutes for the July meeting in the absence of the Secretary, Michele Rose. Those interested in receiving the minutes by e-mail may sign-up at the entrance table or contact Michele Rose by e-mail at mrose@cablespeed.com. Please notify the secretary and/or the treasurer of any changes in the office of president or delegate for your community.
Treasurer’s Report: Al Johnston, Vice-President, presented the Treasurer’s report in the absence of newly appointed Treasurer, Jen Campbell. There is a balance of $27,583.05 as of June 30, 2004. This includes $4327.81 in Beautification Trust Funds. The total is based on a previous balance of $27,474.75 with expenses totaling $147.25 for the month and income of $181.96. Neil Burns, McKinsey Park, suggested that the GSPC check for institutions offering a higher interest rate for our funds. The treasurer’s report was approved as presented.
President’s Report: John Strange announced that the following communities have paid dues for 2004 as of June 30th: Arnold Preservation Council, Arundel Plaza, Bendale, Ben Oaks, Berrywood, Bluff Point, Brittingham, Carrollton Manor, Chartridge, Chartwell, Chartwood, County Crusaders, Cypress Glen, Cypress Improvement, Cypress Landing, Fair Oaks, Fairwinds, Harlequin, Hollywood, Jennings Road, Kilmarnock, Kensington, Lakeland II, Linstead, Lower Magothy, Magothy Forest, Manhattan Beach, McKinsey Park, North Cape Arthur, North Severna Park, Oakleigh Forest, Olde Severna Park, Pointfield West, Riverdale, Rugby Hall, Sabrina Park, Severna Forest, Severndale, Severn Heights, Severna Enclave, Sheffield Park, Shipley’s Choice Community, Shipley’s Choice Homeowners, Solomons Ridge, Swann Point, Westridge, West Severna Park, Whitehurst, Whitneys Landing, and Woodbridge Forest. This represents more than 85% of last year’s total paid membership. Communities should remember that a $5.00 late fee will be added to the dues for those not paying by June 1st.
John reminded the group that they must start thinking about the GSPC elections for the 2005 Board. He must appoint a chairperson for the Nominating Committee before November. At the November meeting, the delegates will elect the other two members to the committee. That committee must then present its slate to the delegates in December for elections in January. Anyone interested in being on the Nominating Committee or being on the Board, please contact John.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Zoning/Legislation: Al Johnston
Planning and Capital Projects:
Water Project, 410 537-3590, Severndale 4-8, 4.7M to 7.0M, 48%; Severndale 3, .3M to .45M,50%. Notice received
that the amount of water drawn from the Severndale pumping station will be increased by 80%.
Resolution 10-4 & Bill 43-03, Adequacy of School Facilities. Council Vote pending.
Resolution 18-04 Charter Amendment , “5 Members change Capital Budget 7-19 , Cathy Vitale has requested
input from the GSPC. Following discussion, a poll was taken with six in favor of the amendment and eight
against and five abstentions
Earleigh Heights Fire Co. Siren, Board meeting 6-1-04. Bill Smith, 647-2107, Secretary & contact. All reported
that the current siren is not an air raid siren and was not purchased in Philadelphia as had previously been
reported. At this time, the station is staffed with paid firefighters the majority of the time who have been
instructed, by the county, not to use the siren. John Strange, President, felt that a letter to the fire station from
the GSPC should be prepared. Discussion was delayed until the next meeting.
Jumpers Hole Rd Project #478300, Dan Anderson, 410 222-7566, GSPC MOTION TABLED 6-8-04. Working
Committee 7-21-04, +/-.
McBrides Lane upgrade rescheduled for 7-21-04.
Berrywood Ridge Public Works Agreement.
Community Center Capital Program. CAPITAL 6-26-04 Bank Annapolis Loan $2.4M. At a later date, Al will
recommend a contribution from the GSPC.
Administrative Hearing Officer/Board of Appeals:
AHO and Board of Appeals requirement that appearances by Association OFFICER! The GSPC By-laws Committee is
contemplating a new officer position to meet this requirement.
2003-0159R Raymond Woodard et al, (9 Jones Station Properties), BA 75--83-03, 4-7-04. Vote Unam.
BA124-03A Sosnoski & Clement Hardware, R5 to C3, 2.58A, Work Session 4-9-04 5:00 PM Opinion 7-7-04, zones
triangle commercial. Draft Zoning code provides P&Z authority to correct “drafting errors” without public notice or
County Council Action.
Subdivisions:
Severn Acres S97-49, P 04-126, Mike Murray, x7458, 7 lots, Sketch Plan 7-22-04 9:30AM
SP Gateway Village, S04-018, P04-041, Jeff Torney 410 222-7458, T/L Bob Cooper.
St. Martin’s Retreat, S04-030, P04-066, 12 new lots, Jeff Torney 410 222-7458 Cattail Assoc. Sketch 5-6-04 Letter 6-2-
04 . Task Leader Ed McNabb 410 544-8510, 222-7482
Barranco Properties C2004-002, Planned Comm Proj. 3 Bldgs. 5-6-04, Letter issued. Jeff Torney x7458
Benfield Crossing, C2003-017, 1.51A Retail expansion with access from Exxon Station Sketch Plan 10-23-03. Mike
Murray, 410 222-7960. SCHOA Covenants. Task Leader: Bob Cooper
May-Keedy 2003-52, Jeff Torney Planner, x7458, Sketch Final Pending
Cypress Landing West 3d Revision, Sketch 3-18-04, 11:00AM, Steve Callahan 410 222-7458 Task Team: Karen
Schneider/Lynette Cloughey 410 544-7886
Quadrangle, et al, S84-126, 400-4 Jumpers Hold Road, Lori Allen, 410 222-7485. Jumpers Hole Road. Study will impact.
30 Day Zoning Violation Notice 10-8-03. Task Leader, Roberta Mason, Chartwell.
Dyas, Michael Property, 9.9A, 17 lots, S 03-069, Sketch Plan 10-16-03 9:00AM . Lori Allen, 410 222-7485 Sidewalks on
Earleigh Heights-both sides. Task Leader: Al Johnston
BWI Noise Committee: Denny Stam
Denny had no report at this time.
Beautification and Community Enhancement Committee – Larry Masterson
Al Johnston reported, in Larry’s absence, that the plantings in the Ritchie Highway median are doing well with recent rains. Any that have been destroyed due to traffic accidents are replaced.
Education: Beth Slikker
Beth reported that Michael Leahy, a Severna Park resident, received the appointment to the open seat on the A.A. Co. School Board. She would like to invite him to be a guest speaker at a later date. Having the Governor appoint one of the two nominees submitted from the Nominating Convention lends credibility to the process. Ned Carey, a resident of Brooklyn Park, has been elected President of the School Board. Conrad Wayson was elected Vice-President. Beth also expressed concern regarding the number of high school students who are not doing well in school and need to be moved to the Mary Moss Academy which is full. The Open Court reading system appears to be successful.
Police Community Relations: Carroll Hicks
No report.
Public Works: Dan Nataf
Dan reported that he is starting to post the Board minutes on the web site.
NEW BUSINESS
John Strange announced that Janet Owens will be the featured speaker for the December 14th meeting.
On July 4th weekend, there was a visiting band here from Wisconsin that made appearances at the Annapolis City July 4th parade, as well as the Severna Park parade on July 5th. They kept their instruments and personal belongings at the Community Center. While they were in Annapolis, someone stole many items and money. It was decided to obtain more information and then possibly make a donation. The matter will be tabled until the August meeting.
OLD BUSINESS
Beth Slikker announced that the concert series at Hatton Green are on-going for the next four Sundays at 6:30 to 7:30 PM which are free and open to the public.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:05 PM
Executive Board – Wednesday, August 25th at 7:30 PM at the Severna Park Library. There will be no July meeting.
GSPC General Meeting – Tuesday, August 10th at 7:30 PM in the meeting room of the Severna Park Library.
Respectfully submitted,
Michele Rose, Secretary