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Allegany County Government is one of the community partners preparing for a public health emergency. Look for this siren. A red siren indicates a public health emergency. The siren will be blue during non-emergency periods. The Allegany County Health Department’s website, www.alleganyhealthdept.com, will have the latest public health emergency information.
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Presentation: Other Post Retirement Benefits Under GASB-45
GASB Statement No.
45 stipulates standards for the measurement, recognition, and
display of OPEB expense/expenditures and related liabilities
(assets), note disclosures, and, if applicable, required
supplementary information (RSI) in the financial reports of state
and local governmental employers.
Review Presentation
Allegany County to Upgrade Georges Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Allegany County Government is undertaking an important, far-reaching project to improve the Georges Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (GCWWTP, 25018 Old Reynolds Road, Westernport, MD). The Department of Public Works led by Director W. Stephen Young and Deputy Director Paul F. Kahl and its Utilities Division, managed by Mark W. Yoder, are spearheading this important project. All are Professional Engineers Learn More LaVale Region Comprehensive Plan: Public Hearing The Allegany County Commissioners, James J. Stakem, Robert M. Hutcheson, and Dale R. Lewis, invite all interested parties to attend a public hearing on the LaVale Region Comprehensive Plan. This plan pertains to the LaVale Planning Region which includes the Winchester - Vocke Road Corridor and the communities of LaVale, Ellerslie, and Corriganville. This public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. at the Allegany County Office Building, 701 Kelly Road – Room 100, Cumberland, Maryland. PUBLIC INPUT OPPORTUNITY Allegany County Government initiated the process to develop the LaVale Region Comprehensive Plan approximately two years ago. Citizens and stakeholders have had in excess of 20 opportunities to discuss this plan with the Allegany County Planning and Zoning Commission Executive Director Philip R. Hager and other staff members during work sessions, meetings, and hearings. The Planning and Zoning Commission held two public hearings. Now, this is an additional public input opportunity. The purpose of this public hearing held by the Allegany County Commissioners is to accept testimony on the LaVale Region Comprehensive Plan. In accordance with state law a public hearing before the County Commissioners is required prior to adoption. REVIEW THE PLAN This plan is available for review in two formats:
Individuals with questions in advance of the public hearing are encouraged to contact the Allegany County Office of Comprehensive Planning at 301-876-9555. CODE HOME RULE BILL NO. 1 - 08 An Amended Bill Entitled:" AN ACT GOVERNING SIDEWALK MAINTENANCE AND
APPROVAL” Allegany County Compost Site Peak Season Hours of Operation The spring and summer hours of operation will begin on Wednesday, April 2, 2008. The compost site will be open every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. during the spring and summer season. The compost site is located at 11700 PPG Road, Cumberland, Maryland 21502; it is across from former PPG Plant. Items accepted: grass, leaves, brush, tree limbs 4 inches or less in diameter, Christmas trees. Items not accepted: stumps, roots, tree limbs exceeding 4 inches in diameter, lumber, pallets, railroad ties, rubble, and all other items not listed as accepted. Free Mulch – Load It Yourself Allegany County’s compost site has mulch available free of charge; residents are responsible for loading their own mulch. Allegany County Planning & Zoning Commission: Duvall New Chair, Davis Honored The Allegany County Planning and Zoning Commission has elected William E. DuVall II Chairman and Charles F. Norris Vice-Chairman for one-year terms. Allegany County Commissioner Robert M. Hutcheson officiated at the recent swearing-in ceremony. Outgoing Chairman William R. Davis, Jr. ceremoniously passed the gavel to DuVall. “Allegany County is extremely fortunate to have a dedicated group of citizen planners. They work long hours under tremendous stress, with no financial compensation,” emphasized Commissioner Hutcheson. Philip R. Hager, Executive Director of the Commission, stated: “I am looking forward to working with Chairman DuVall and Vice Chairman Norris. Both are extremely qualified members and capable leaders. Under their direction, I foresee continued excellence for planning and community service in Allegany County.” N. Lois Crossland, Edward T. Robinette, Sr., George W. Stimmel, and Rodger L. Uphold also serve on the Allegany County Planning and Zoning Commission. Wesley W. McKee serves as legal advisor. Following the swearing-in ceremony Hager presented a commemorative plaque to Davis to honor his tenure as Commission Chair. Davis became a member of the Allegany County Planning and Zoning Commission in 1996 and has served as chair for the past two years. In turn, Davis recognized Linda Simpson for her dedicated service to the Commission; she is the Administrative Assistant in the Allegany County Department of Community Services. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITY The general public is invited to the Allegany County Planning and Zoning Commission’s monthly business meetings. They are scheduled the third Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at the Allegany County Office Building, 701 Kelly Road – Room 100, Cumberland, Maryland 21502. The next meeting is March 19, 2008. OPEN, GREEN SPACE TO REPLACE BLIGHTED, UNSAFE BUILDINGS |
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MOUNT SAVAGE MITIGATION PROJECT Three owners of properties in Mount Savage have taken advantage of a voluntary program to sell flood-prone property to Allegany County Government. The Flood Buyout Program is an important component of Allegany County’s flood mitigation effort. In addition to being located in a flood plain or flood way, the property must meet a number of other stringent requirements to qualify for this well-received program. Allegany County Government included flood buyout program funds in the July 1, 2007 – June 30, 2008 fiscal year budget. These local funds alone are being utilized to purchase flood prone properties on Mount Savage Road (Maryland Route 36). The properties purchased by the County have Jennings Run on one side and Maryland Route 36 on the other side. NOTE: The specific properties are 15600, 15602, 15606, 15612, 15614, 15616, 15618, and 15620 Mount Savage Road. There are 28 color photographs of these properties displayed at Allegany County Government, 701 Kelly Road, Cumberland, MD, First Floor Hall Bulletin Board. These can be viewed Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.
PROJECT ADVANTAGES This is a beneficial, multi-faceted project.
Many of these properties were at or over the Maryland State Highway Administration’s public right of way property line. Essentially, many of the structures were immediately adjacent to the street. If a person walked out of the building’s front door, the person walked on to Maryland Route 36
New, open green space will replace blighted, unsafe structures.
PROJECT CONTRACT Allegany County Government awarded the contract to Brabson and Sons Demolition, Ridgeley, West Virginia; there was a competitive bidding process for this flood mitigation project. Work will begin in mid-January, building demolition and debris removal will continue during daylight hours five or six days per week, and take several weeks to complete. Vehicle drivers/passengers may experience short delays during the project. Brabson is responsible for coordinating traffic control with the Maryland State Highway Administration for this project. Hopefully, according to Brabson Demolition, Maryland Route 36/Mount Savage Road will be able to have one lane open during the duration of the project. Allegany County Government appreciates the patience and understanding of all affected by the mitigation project in Mount Savage. |
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Allegany County Department of Finance
Is National Award Winner
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ALLEGANY COUNTY DLS DOOMSDAY BUDGET DIRECT HIT – The recent “Doomsday Budget” released by the Department of Legislative Services (DLS) includes an $8 million reduction in the state aid to Allegany County. This reduction equates to $100 per citizen in Allegany County. EDUCATION TAKES THE BIGGEST HIT - $6.6 million of the proposed $8 million in reductions is for state aid for: Allegany County Public Schools $4.5 million, Community College $1.9 million, and Library System $200,000. The Thornton formula was created by the General Assembly to provide an “adequate” education for all students irrespective of the students’ needs or the financial ability of the local government to fund those needs. Students in Allegany County schools would be directly affected as a reduction of this magnitude could result in a reduction in staff, resulting in larger class sizes, less specialized education, less instructional materials and longer bus rides. CHOICES - $8 million in reduction in state funds would require Allegany County to take actions such as:
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The Allegany County
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