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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Carroll County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Waste Disposal Coupons Considered for Reinstatement
Commissioner Gordon wants the Board to look at bringing back the old waste disposal coupons — two per year allowing 500 pounds at the Northern Landfill — that the previous Board eliminated in 2020. A future discussion was agreed to.
Sale of Five County-Owned Properties
The county was set to consider selling five properties it owns, returning them to private use and potentially the tax rolls.
Opposition to Out-of-Cycle Congressional Redistricting
The commissioners formally opposed Maryland's special legislative session on congressional redistricting, arguing district maps shouldn't be redrawn outside the normal cycle.
Early-off Fridays for county employees
The Board unanimously approved early-off Fridays for county employees, a schedule change residents should keep in mind when planning visits to county offices.
Homestead Tax Cap Discussion
Commissioner Krebs floated lowering the homestead property tax cap from 5% to 4% to steady the budget long-term. Budget officials pushed back, saying it would shrink near-term revenue in an already tight plan, but agreed to model it.
Propane Supply Contract
The county picked H.J. Poist Gas Company to supply propane to 11 county buildings at $1.074 per gallon — the lowest of five bids and well under the next offer.
Fleet Truck Replacement
A 19-year-old, 100,000-plus-mile work truck would be replaced with a new 2026 Ford F-250 for $56,203.
Planning Commission bylaws, term limits, and meeting times
The commission finalized its bylaws but rejected term limits and kept daytime meetings. Pete Lester argued evening meetings and two-term limits would open the door to working residents, but others said term limits could deter candidates and daytime meetings work better for this body.