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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Carroll County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
More frequent mowing of county parks
Both park regions will get four extra mowing rounds this season, adding about $43,900 to the BrightView Landscapes contracts to keep parks clear and welcoming.
America 250 celebrations in Carroll County
The county's America 250 Advisory Committee previewed signature events beginning in May under the theme Carroll Voices, and presented Commissioners with commemorative coins made with the Carroll County Coin Club.
Parks and Recreation Ordinance Updates
The county considered updating park rules — smoking/vaping, pets, trash, drones — and adding new rules on hang gliders, hot air balloons, and private business activity in parks. A public hearing was requested before any changes take effect.
Cape Horn Park synthetic turf field
Hampstead's Cape Horn Park will get a new synthetic turf athletic field on an existing field, with an $89,920 design-build contract awarded.
Piney Run Park Pavilion 3 Paving
Pavilion 3 at Piney Run Park is getting new paving under a $58,072 contract with M.T. Laney Company, the lowest of six bids.