Mayor Margo G. Bailey called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. In attendance were Councilmembers Whaland Clark, Mabel Mumford-Pautz, Harrison C. Bristoll, Jr. and James R. Johnson, Medford Capel, Utilities Manager, W. S. Ingersoll, Town Manager, Jennifer Stead, Stenographer, and guests.

Mayor Bailey asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the previous meeting of June 16, 2003. Mr. Bristoll moved that the minutes of the previous meeting be approved as submitted, was seconded by Mrs. Mumford-Pautz and carried unanimously.

Mayor Bailey announced that the Utilities Commission had cash on hand and in banks of $427,652.58.

Mr. Capel stated that Corrosion Control was cleaning and painting the standpipe but were running into trouble removing the paint on the inside so it was taking a little longer than expected. They were presently on the third section of the tank.

Mr. Capel stated that LaMotte’s pond was still putting water into the sewer system. This was excess water to be treated. Mr. Capel spoke with Mr. Danny Bramble who suggested installing a new pipe to solve the problem. He also stated that Maryland Railroad was not against the pipe installation. However, an engineer would have to render drawings for the project. Mr. Capel suggested that people drill directionally into the existing line and clear it so that the water ran out. He said he thought that the existing pipe would take care of things if it could be kept clean.

Mr. Capel stated that his idea would cost at the most $4,000.00 but thought it would be less than that, and could be done immediately.

Mrs. Mumford-Pautz moved to authorize the use of a directional driller on the LaMotte Pond, was seconded by Mr. Bristoll and carried unanimously.

Mr. Capel stated that there were some complaints about temporary patches on the road. He said he was waiting to compile all of the complaints and then would get a bid to repair the streets. He said to do it all at once was much more cost effective.

Mr. Ingersoll stated that there was a structure on the north end of the LaMotte pipe that ran vertical. Mr. Capel stated that they would look at it and if it were necessary, they would put a dragline in to clear it out.

There being no further business, Mr. Bristoll made a motion to pay the bills. Mr. Clark seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.

Mr. Clark moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:37 p.m., was seconded by Mr. Bristoll and carried unanimously.

Submitted by:
Jennifer Stead
Stenographer

Approved by:
Margo G. Bailey
Mayor