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Town Council of Centreville
October 21, 2021
7:00 p.m.
M I N U T E S
The October 21, 2021 Town Council meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by President Steven K. Kline at the
Liberty Building located at 107 N. Liberty Street, 2nd floor meeting room. The following members and staff were
present: Steven K. Kline, President; Jeffrey D. Kiel, Vice President; Eric Johnson and Ashley Kaiser, Members;
Steve Walls, Town Manager; Charles (Chip) Koogle, Interim Town Manager; Sharon VanEmburgh, Town Attorney;
Chris Jakubiak, Town Planner; Clifford (Kip) Matthews, Director of Public Works; Chief Joe Saboury, Centreville
Police Department; Karen Luffman, Finance Officer; Krystel Ebaugh, Human Resources Manager; Carol
D’Agostino, Main Street Manager; and Carolyn Brinkley, Town Clerk.
 Following the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence, Mr. Kiel made a motion to approve the October
7, 2021 meeting minutes, as presented. Ms. Kaiser seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
Closed Session Statement
(i) The Town Council met in closed session on Thursday, October 21, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at the Liberty Building, 107
N. Liberty Street, 2nd floor meeting room to discuss personnel and land acquisition in accordance with the Maryland
Open Meetings Act. (ii) Four members of the Town Council voted to close the session. (iii) The authority to close the
session is found in Section 3-305 of the General Provisions Article.
(iv) The Town Council discussed the following topics:
Personnel – to discuss compensation of employees
Land acquisition – To discuss potential acquisition of land
Actions: No actions were taken.
The following members and staff were present: Steven K. Kline, President; Jeffrey D. Kiel, Vice President; Shelby
C. Anania, Member, via telephone; Eric B. Johnson, Jr, and Ashley H. Kaiser, Members; Steve Walls, Town
Manager; Charles (Chip) Koogle, Interim Town Manager; and Krystel Ebaugh, Human Resources Manager, and
Sharon VanEmburgh, Town Attorney, was present for a portion of the meeting.
Mr. Kiel made a motion to adjourn the October 21, 2021 closed session meeting. Ms. Anania seconded the motion,
which passed unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 6:46 p.m.
Public Hearing: Ordinance 12-2021 – Zoning Text Amendment Chapter 170
 The public hearing began at 7:05 p.m. for Ordinance 12-2021 for the purpose of amending the Town’s
Zoning Ordinance codified as Chapter 170 of the Town Code to allow the Planned Unit Development
District as an overlay zoning district in the Traditional Neighborhood District, to amend the Traditional
Neighborhood District provisions, and all regulations that accompany in order to administer and enforce the
Town’s Zoning Ordinance more effectively.
 Ms. VanEmburgh stated this text amendment was a request generated by a property owner and the proposed
changes would apply to any property in town with the same zoning.
 Ms. Brinkley verified that the notice of hearing was publicized in a newspaper circulated in Queen Anne’s
County.
 Mr. Jakubiak reported that proposed Ordinance 12-2021 focuses on two parts of the zoning, the Traditional
Neighborhood District (TND) and the Planned Unit Development (PUD). He made the following comments:
o The PUD is a zoning/development approach with far more flexibility than a typical subdivision.
This flexibility related to lot sizes, diversity of housing styles, etc.
o What is proposed to be changed is the PUD would modify the TND to allow the flexibility the
developer is looking for in this particular development project.
o There is only one property zoned TND which is the Carter Farm. This text amendment would allow
modifications to other properties if they were zoned TND.
o The TND is a very innovative zoning district which allows for smaller lot sizes and tries to replicate
old ways of designing a traditional neighborhood.
o The TND does not fit with what the applicant is proposing therefore, the solution would be to
implement the PUD.
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 Mr. Jakubiak stated that the Council Members may have seen a concept plan from the developer or by other
staff members and, at this point, nothing has been approved by the Planning Commission. He iterated that
the concept plan may not be what the Town Council is looking for and if not, they have the right to request
changes to the plan or deny the proposal.
 Mr. Kline asked what are the major changes being proposed with this text amendment.
 Mr. Jakubiak reviewed the proposed changes of Ordinance 12-2021 with the Town Council.
 Mr. Johnson shared a memo with the Town Council and staff and recommended changes he had for
Ordinance 12-2021.
 Ms. Kaiser provided feedback and recommended changes to Ordinance 12-2021.
 The Planning Commission has reviewed Ordinance 12-2021 and made a favorable recommendation.
 There being no legal matters relating to the jurisdiction of the Town Council of Centreville nor any
objections in regards to the Notice of Public Hearing, Mr. Kline asked for comments from anyone in favor of
proposed Ordinance 12-2021.
 Sandy Huffer, Corsica Street and Elaine O’Neal, Chesterfield Avenue, offered comments.
 Mr. Kline asked for comments from anyone opposed to Ordinance 12-2021. No one spoke in opposition of
Ordinance 12-2021.
 Mr. Johnson made a motion to adjourn the public hearing. Ms. Kaiser seconded the motion, which passed
unanimously. The public hearing for Ordinance 12-2021 adjourned at 7:34 p.m.
Public Hearing: Ordinance 13-2021 – Zoning Text Amendment Chapter 138
 The public hearing began at 7:34 p.m. for Ordinance 13-2021 for the purpose of amending the Town’s
Subdivision Regulations codified as Chapter 138 to include provisions regulating woonerfs, to revise the
sidewalk standards, to allow the Planning Commission to grant flexibility in the general street standards for
Planned Unit Development projects and all regulations that accompany in order to administer and enforce the
Town’s Subdivision Regulations more effectively.
 Ms. VanEmburgh stated this text amendment makes changes to the Town’s Subdivision Regulations and
works in tandem with proposed Ordinance 12-2021. She also stated the Planning Commission has reviewed
Ordinance 13-2021 and made a favorable recommendation.
 Ms. Brinkley verified that the notice of hearing was publicized in a newspaper circulated in Queen Anne’s
County.
 Mr. Jakubiak made the following comments on Ordinance 13-2021:
o Amends the Subdivision Regulations for a PUD in any R-1, R-2, and R-3 zoning districts.
o Create a woonerf as a new street. Woonerfs provide secondary routes to access properties; it is a
slow-moving road; walkable, usually see children playing; not paved but cobblestone or landscaped;
are 12-feet wide; and no sidewalks because woonerfs are supposed to be walkable
 Mr. Kline asked what safeguards would be put in place if 30-50 years from now if the residents put pressure
on the Town because the woonerfs are not being maintained.
 Mr. Jakubiak reported that woonerfs are typically in areas that are not within an incorporated town where
private roads are more present. He stated that the Town could enforce covenants within the Homeowner’s
Association (HOA) regulations.
 Ms. VanEmburgh stated that these covenants could also be a condition of the PUD, growth allocation (GA)
and/or the Developer’s Rights and Responsibilities (DRRA).
 Mr. Jakubiak also stated that the development plan would also not advance through the process if the streets
were not approved by the Fire Marshal.
 There being no legal matters relating to the jurisdiction of the Town Council of Centreville nor any
objections in regards to the Notice of Public Hearing, Mr. Kline asked for comments from anyone in favor of
proposed Ordinance 13-2021.
 Owen Bailey, Eastern Shore Land Conservancy and Ryan Showalter, representative for Green Development,
Inc. offered comments.
 Mr. Kline asked for comments from anyone opposed to Ordinance 13-2021. No one spoke in opposition of
Ordinance 13-2021.
 Mr. Kiel made a motion to adjourn the public hearing. Ms. Kaiser seconded the motion, which passed
unanimously. The public hearing for Ordinance 13-2021 adjourned at 7:54 p.m.
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Public Hearing: Ordinance 14-2021 – FY2021 Budget Amendment
 The public hearing began at 7:54 p.m. for Ordinance 14-2021 for the purpose of amending the Town of
Centreville Fiscal Year 2021 Budget and all things related generally thereto.
 Ms. Luffman stated that four (4) budgets were over in FY2021 and reviewed reasoning for each of those
budgets with the Town Council. She stated that overall, the General Fund was under budget by $27,411 and
the Enterprise Fund was under budget by $3,276. This ordinance is proposed to officially amend the FY2021
budget after the closing of the books on August 31st.
 Ms. Brinkley verified that the notice of hearing was publicized in a newspaper circulated in Queen Anne’s
County.
 There being no legal matters relating to the jurisdiction of the Town Council of Centreville nor any
objections in regards to the Notice of Public Hearing, Mr. Kline asked for comments from anyone in favor of
proposed Ordinance 14-2021.
 No one spoke in favor.
 Mr. Kline asked for comments from anyone opposed to Ordinance 14-2021.
 No one spoke in opposition.
 Mr. Johnson made a motion to adjourn the public hearing. Mr. Kiel seconded the motion, which passed
unanimously. The public hearing for Ordinance 14-2021 adjourned at 7:58 p.m.
Citizens Comments
No citizens offered comments.
Old Business
a. Ordinance 12-2021 – Zoning Text Amendment Chapter 170 – Consideration
 Mr. Kline read Ordinance 12-2021 for the purpose of amending the Town’s Zoning Ordinance codified
as Chapter 170 of the Town Code to allow the Planned Unit Development District as an overlay Zoning
District in the Traditional Neighborhood District, to amend the Traditional Neighborhood District
provisions, and all regulations that accompany in order to administer and enforce the Town’s Zoning
Ordinance more effectively.
 By consensus, the Town Council agreed to consider Ordinance 12-2021 at the November 4th Town
Council meeting.
b. Ordinance 13-2021 – Zoning Text Amendment Chapter 138 - Consideration
 Mr. Kline read Ordinance 13-2021 for the purpose of amending the Town’s Subdivision Regulations
codified as Chapter 138 to include provisions regulating woonerfs, to revise the sidewalk standards, to
allow the Planning Commission to grant flexibility in the general street standards for Planned Unit
Development projects and all regulations that accompany in order to administer and enforce the Town’s
Subdivision Regulations more effectively.
 By consensus, the Town Council agreed to consider Ordinance 13-2021 at the November 4th Town
Council meeting.
c. Ordinance 14-2021 – FY2021 Budget Amendment – Second Reading & Consideration
 Mr. Kline read Ordinance 14-2021 for the purpose of amending the Town of Centreville Fiscal Year
2021 Budget and all things related generally thereto.
 Mr. Kiel made a motion to approve Ordinance 14-2021, as presented. Ms. Kaiser seconded the motion,
which passed unanimously.
d. Parking Meters
 The Town Council were provided public comments received regarding the bagging of the parking
meters. Chief Saboury provided data on the amount collected over the past three years, the cost of parts
and cost of replacement of parking meters.
 After additional discussion, and by consensus, the Town Council requested that meters remain bagged
through the end of 2021 to allow additional time to discuss alternatives.
New Business
a. Purchase Request – Equipment Trailer
 Mr. Matthews presented the following memo:
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 Mr. Matthews stated that the prices presented were the base prices and may end up being higher. These
companies would not guarantee the prices until the order was made.
 Ms. Kaiser asked why the Town requires purchases to come back before the Council if they have already
been approved in the budget.
 Mr. Kline stated that, personally, he likes the opportunity to review the purchases and the opportunity for
a “second pass” at approving the item, especially larger ticketed items.
 Ms. Kaiser asked Mr. Matthews if he had placed the order for the lower priced item when he received
cost, would he have gotten that price. Mr. Matthews stated that yes, he would have.
 Ms. Kaiser made a motion to approve the purchase of the PJ Trailer Low-Pro from J&S Equipment at a
cost not to exceed the budgeted $14,000. Mr. Kiel seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
b. Purchase Request – Mini-Excavator
 Mr. Matthews presented the following memo:
 Mr. Johnson made a motion to approve the purchase of the Kubota KXO80-4SR3A from Burke
Equipment at the price not to exceed $98,797. Mr. Kiel seconded the motion, which passed
unanimously.
c. Purchase Request – 3-Point Hitch Boom Mower
 Mr. Matthews presented the following memo:
 Mr. Kiel made a motion to approve the purchase of the Bush Hog 1865E from Ag Industrial at a price
not to exceed $29,900. Ms. Kaiser seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
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d. First Friday Discussion
 Ms. Kaiser stated that she wanted to have a discussion regarding First Fridays. She reported that the first
First Friday was held on October 1st. She stated the Committee is committed to continuing this event and
asked it be supported by the Town, not financially, but in concept so that Town departments can feel free
to participate and engage in the event. She indicated she would like to see the Town Council support the
event and to suggest to staff that it is a worthy use of their time.
 Mr. Johnson stated that the Committee has taken time to speak with the businesses surrounding the Town
Square, particularly businesses that have residential tenants on the second floor and are working with the
Police Department with alternative parking options if they are needed in the future.
 Mr. Kline stated that he is in support of First Fridays but is not in support of Town dollars being spent on
it, which, he indicated they were not asking for. He indicated that staff time devoted to the event is still
Town dollars being spent. Mr. Kline reported he is in support of Town staff placing it on the events card
and helping to promote it however, he would be concerned over additional pressure on already strapped
staff.
 Ms. Kaiser stated that she agrees and that it would be staff that already wishes to have the involvement
such as Main Street, Economic Development and especially the Police Department because of the
opportunity to interact with the community, if they were able.
 Mr. Johnson stated that he spoke with Ms. Brinkley about the December First Friday event coinciding
with the Centreville Christmas Parade. He requested the opportunity to discuss this further with Ms.
Brinkley and other Town staff and discuss if December’s event should be curtailed to indicate that
attending the parade is that month’s First Friday event or augment the event with food trucks.
Reports of Boards and Commissions
a. Maryland Municipal League
 Ms. Kaiser has nothing to report related to the Maryland Municipal League.
b. Economic Development
 Mr. Johnson provided a memo to the Town Council discussing the re-energization of the Centreville
Economic Development Authority. He indicated that it would stay in an ad-hoc form until the list of
members are fully committed and the functions require a more active role.
 Mr. Johnson stated that he is meeting with Paige Tilghman, Economic Development Manager on
Monday, October 25th to discuss his vision and goals for CEDA.
c. Council of Governments
 Mr. Kiel was unable to attend and Ms. Brinkley reported that the October 13th COG meeting was hosted
by the Town of Sudlersville. Dr. Joseph A. Ciotola, Jr., M.D., Queen Anne’s County Health Officer,
presented a COVID update to the Council. The next COG meeting will be host by the Town of Queen
Anne.
d. Centreville Planning Commission
 Mr. Kline stated there was no report at this time from the Planning Commission. They continue to work
on development projects, as well as, the Comprehensive Plan.
Reports of Department Heads
a. Town Manager:
 Mr. Walls reported on the following:
 Have been working with new Town Council members during transition. A four-hour transition
meeting was held with the new members, Department Heads, and Town Attorney.
 The following week they will be holding interviews for a potential Code Enforcement Officer.
b. Chief of Police
 Chief Saboury presented the August and September status reports for the benefit of the Town
Council, public, and staff.
c. Director of Public Works
 Mr. Matthews reported on the following:
a. The lights for Lawyer’s Row have been received. They will be working with a contractor to get
them installed.
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b. One of the two generators recently purchased arrived. The second generator is anticipated in
December.
c. The reconstruction project on Weedon Street is going well.
d. Town Clerk
 Ms. Brinkley reported the following:
 Applications are being received for this year’s Christmas Parade scheduled for Friday, December 3rd.
 In order to continue as a designated Maryland Main Street, apply for façade improvement grant
funds, as well as other grants, the Town is required to have a Sustainable Community Plan which
must be updated every five years. The next plan is due February 2022 and she will be working to
update and submit for approval to the State.
 Centreville Day will be held Saturday, October 23rd from 11 to 3 and praise was given to Ms.
D’Agostino and her volunteer group for their hard work and dedication to the 10th Annual
Centreville Day.
Citizens Forum
No citizens offered comments.
Council Roundtable
 Ms. Kaiser thanked all the department heads and Mr. Walls for their time on her transition as a new Council
Member.
 Mr. Johnson reiterated what Ms. Kaiser stated.
 Mr. Kline stated he met with Governor Hogan’s Eastern Shore representative to discuss what the Town may
be able to obtain through grant money.
Motion to Adjourn
There being no further business, Mr. Kiel made a motion to adjourn the October 21, 2021 Town Council meeting.
Ms. Kaiser seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Carolyn M. Brinkley
Town Clerk
Council Action Items:
1. Approved the October 7, 2021 meeting minutes, as presented.
2. By consensus, the Town Council agreed to consider Ordinance 12-2021 at the November 4th Town Council
meeting.
3. By consensus, the Town Council agreed to consider Ordinance 13-2021 at the November 4th Town Council
meeting.
4. Approved Ordinance 14-2021 for the purpose of to amend the Town of Centreville Fiscal Year 2021 Budget
and all things related generally thereto.
5. By consensus, the Town Council requested that parking meters remain bagged through the end of 2021 to
allow additional time to discuss alternatives.
6. Approved the purchase of the PJ Trailer Low-Pro from J&S Equipment at a cost not to exceed the budgeted
$14,000.
7. Approved the purchase of the Kubota KXO80-4SR3A from Burke Equipment at the price not to exceed
$98,797.
8. Approved the purchase of the Bush Hog 1865E from Ag Industrial at a price not to exceed $29,900.
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