The Taxicab Commission, after many months of deliberation, presented the new rates for taxicabs which will become effective as of July 1, 1972. On a motion by Alderman Kehne, seconded by Alderman G1enmore Rice, and unanimously passed, the new rates were adopted, effective as of July 1, 1972.

Pg. 120 June 15, 1972

A public hearing was held on a request from the Planning Commission regarding filing fees for the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. City Attorney Stilrich presented the Certificate of Publication. On a motion by Alderman Brady, seconded by Alderman Burket and unanimously approved, the recommendations were adopted as submitted.

Pg. 171 August 8 1974

The Mayor presented for consideration recommendations from, the Transportation Commission regarding the proposed taxicab rate increase. Alderman Burket,

Chairman of the Commission, read and briefly reviewed the’ recommendations. After short discussion, it was moved by Alderman Hiltner, seconded by Alderman Brady, and unanimously approved that the recommendations as presented be adopted.

It was, then moved by Alderman McClellan, seconded by Alderman Hiltner and unanimously approved, that the recommendations be amended to read that the waiting time charge be increased to ten cents $.l0/per minute and that the new rate and recommendations become effective June 1, 1977. (Copy of new rate schedule and recommendations of the Transportation Commission attached hereto and made a part of these official minutes.)

Pg. 44, March 19, 1977

The Mayor opened discussion on a request for rate change for semi-pro and professional football games at McCurdy Field. Alderman Stull moved that the policy be amended to state that for any such teams that use McCurdy Field and charge admission, the fee will be (A) $100 minimum or 10% of the gate, whichever is larger, or (B) $100 minimum or admission tax in lieu of 10% of the gate, whichever is larger. The motion was seconded by Alderman Delauter, and with his concurrence, amended by Alderman Stull to specify this policy is for Frederick organizations.

Pg. 109, Sept. 7 1978

Copies of the present and proposed rate schedules are attached and hereby made a part of these official minutes. Proposed changes on the schedule are as follows:

1. Increase in base rate of $.25 per zone

2. Add Zone 6C

3. When travelling from Zone 2, across Zone 1, to another point in Zone 2, an additional $.25 will be charged.

4. Third and each additional individual will be charged $.35 additional, instead of $.25.

5. When four or more parcels are transported, $.15 per parcel will be charged, instead of $.10, for the fourth and each additional parcel.

6. The charge for stops between the point of origin and point of destination will increase from $.25 to $.50 each.

7. Waiting time charges will increase from $.10 to $.15 per minute for each minute beyond five minutes.

8. The charge for each mile or fraction thereof travelled beyond the City limits will increase from $.70 to $.80.

9. Receipts will be issued on request of passengers.

To questions raised by Aldermen Bartgis and DeLauter, Mr. S. Gordon replied that drivers use good judgment to avoid overcharging senior citizens who may require a little extra time to walk to cabs which are waiting for them. The charge for waiting time is designed to recompense drivers of passengers who stop and visit or ask the drivers to wait for them while the passengers transact business which requires considerable waiting time for the drivers. As the public has not had the opportunity to examine the proposed changes, the matter was continued until the next meeting.

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The Mayor opened discussion on proposed revisions to the taxicab zone map and rate schedule. Major Ashton said the Taxicab Commission recommended the revisions. The proposed revisions were advertised, and no public comments have been received. It was moved by Alderman Grimes and seconded by Alderman Murphy to adopt the proposed revisions and make them effective as of this date. The motion passed unanimously.

The City Attorney will draft the ordinance to effect the amendment to the Code. (G-80-2)

Pg. 314 November 1 1979, Pg.325 December 13, 1979

Alderman Grimes reported that Airview Aviation had requested permission to adjust its rates for tie down spaces at the Airport. On a motion by Alderman Grimes, seconded by Alderman Delauter, Airview Aviation was unanimously authorized to increase monthly fees for grass area tie down spaces from $25.00 to $27.00 and for hard surface tie down spaces from $35.00 to $39.00. The increases bring Airview’s monthly charges to the same level as those of Piper.

Pg. 17 Feb 21, 1980

On a motion by Alderman Grimes, seconded by Alderman Delauter, the Transportation Committee recommendation to increase hangar and tie-down facility rentals at the airport was unanimously adopted. The new fees are as follows: small hangar–$60.00; large hangar–$78.00; grass tie down–$32.00; and hard surface tie-down–$47.00.

Pg. 101 Jan 8 1981

On a motion by Alderman Merchant, seconded by Alderman Bartgis, the

Board unanimously adopted the recommendation of the Airport Commission and voted to increase rental fees on airport tie down spaces, hangars, and overnight parking as follows: grass tie down, $37.00 monthly; hard surface tie down, $54.00 monthly; small hangar, $85.00 monthly; large hangar, $95.00 monthly; overnight parking, $7.00.

Pg. 20, March 18, 1982

Mayor Young congratulated those present on the tone of the meeting and said he believed an attempt had been made to present all viewpoints well. The airport, according to the Mayor, has not always been an asset; once the City had thought to close it because it was such a liability. To his mind, the proposed increase was stiff. He said though the owners of Frederick Aviation can be difficult, Mr. Patrick and Mr. Caudell have done much for the airport. The Mayor said he did not believe rates would be raised again for one to five years, until development creates some competition on the airport. According to the Mayor, 1 and on the east side of the airport will be available for development by private investors. The motion to approve the increases was passed, with Aldermen Lee, Kreissig, Phillips, and Floyd voting for it, and Alderman Murphy voting against.

Pg. 84 July10 1986

It was moved by Alderman Kehne and seconded by Alderman Young that Ordinance S-59 setting the tax rate for the City of Frederick at $1.70 per hundred dollars of assessment be approved. The motion was unanimously carried. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” June 11, 1970

It was moved by Alderman Kehne and seconded by Alderman Young that Ordinance G-70-4 providing for an increase in water meter rates within the city be approved. The motion was unanimously carried. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” June 11 1970

It was moved by Alderman Kehne and seconded by Alderman Young that Ordinance G-70-5 providing for an increase in sewer service charges within the city be approved. The motion was unanimously carried. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” June 11 1970

City Attorney Stillrich presented Resolution 5-72, creating the levy of a 5% admission and amusement tax within Frederick City. On a motion by Alderman Young, seconded by Alderman Bowlus, the Board adopted the resolution, with Alderman Donald Rice voting in opposition. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” May 10 1972

The Mayor opened discussion on increasing building permit fees from the present schedule to one-half of one percent of the construction cost. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Hiltner, seconded by Alderman DeLauter and unanimously approved, that the City Attorney be instructed to draw the proper ordinance. It was noted that this ordinance will be numbered G-74-7. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” May 16, 1974

Mayor Young presented in prepared statement the proposed Budget for the fiscal year 1974-75, stating that the tax rate would increase from $1.70 to $1.75 per $100.00 assessment value. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” May 28, 1974

The new water and sewer rates become effective July 1. The September, October, and November billings will be under the new rate schedule. There has been some concern among the industrial users that the new rate will be retroactive. Their meters will be read at the end of June and they will be billed at the old or present rate. The new rates will become effective July 1, 1974. This may necessitate one extra billing period this first year while the change is being made. “Statement of the City of Frederick” June 20, 1974

Mayor Young presented in prepared statement the proposed budget for the fisca1 year 1975-76, stating that the tax rate wou1d increase from $1.75 to $1.80 per $100.00 assessment value. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” May 29, 1975

We are also going to have to raise the amusement tax from the present 5% level to the permitted 10% level. “Mayor’s Budget Message” May 29, 1975

The Mayor presented Ordinance G-76-5 amending Article 11 of the City Code entitled Buildings.  After lengthy discussion which centered on the proposed $2.00 inspection fee and the distribution point of the permits, it was moved by Alderman Hiltner, seconded by Alderman Burket and unanimously approved that the ordinance be adopted as amended, and the City Engineer’s office designated as the office in charge of permits. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” March 4, 1976

The proposed new rate for water will call for a $15.00 semi-annual minimum and a $.60 per 1000 gallon charge on all water used over the minimum. the sewer charge will remain 100% of the water charge. All other water and sewer charges will be scaled proportionately. “Mayor’s Budget Message” May 25, 1976

Alderman Bartgis, Chairman of the Parks, Streets & Sanitation Committee, and reported recommendations regarding camping at the Watershed. He moved that the recommendations be approved, seconded by Alderman Stull. Alderman Bartgis said that he estimated 30 to 35 camping sites are in the Watershed, and said that the fee schedule and regulations he recommended were not to encourage additional use of the property, but to obtain some financial return on the present level of use. Major Ashton said he would like to see some provision for revocation of a camping permit, should problems arise with misconduct. Alderman Bartgis said camping would be allowed only in designated areas. The City Attorney said Sec. 25-32 of the City Code defines regulations with which campers must comply and sets forth penalties for misdemeanors. The Mayor stated that it would be more convenient to have the person who had issued the permit revoke it than to require the police to come to the Watershed. Discussion on a time limit for camping followed. The recommendations, as amended by Alderman Bartgis, with Alderman Stull’s concurrance, are as follows:

1. That the Caretaker at the Watershed, Mr. Harold Weddle, administer the collection of fees and issuance of permits.

2. That one family or six unrelated people be permitted on each site.

3. That no reservations be taken for sites, and that sites be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

4. That the maximum size of travel trailers allowed be 221.

5. That the following fee schedule be established:

a. Without electricity, $2.50/day (Senior Citizens over age 65, $1.25)

b. With electricity, $4.50/day (Senior Citizens over age 65, $2.50)

6. That the maximum length of stay permitted be 2 weeks.

7. That no swimming be permitted in the reservoir.

8. That the City reserve the right to revoke the permit upon any violation of the rules and regulations applicable to the Watershed.

The motion passed, with Aldermen Bartgis, Delauter, Murphy and Stull voting aye and Alderman Grimes abstaining. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” August 10, 1978

The Mayor presented a proposed ordinance to amend the water rates for FY 1979-1980. The ordinance would impose a 10% rate increase on amounts of water used which are above the minimum gallonage. Mr. Harry D. Shi1dt, 25 East Patrick Street, noted the increase will also apply to sewer bills. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” June 14, 1979

The Mayor presented a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 25, Section 25-19 of the City Code to increase the water and sewer rates ten percent.  On a motion by Alderman Murphy, seconded by Alderman Bartgis, the Board unanimously approved the amendment and passed Ordinance G-82-8. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” June 10, 1982

The Mayor presented recommendations from the Parking Commission concerning increased parking rates in the parking deck and surface parking lots. On a motion by Alderman Murphy, seconded by Alderman Bartgis, the recommendations were unanimously adopted. Effective March 1, 1983, the parking deck rate will be $27.00, and the surface parking lot rate will be $16.000 Effective January 1, 1984, the parking deck rate will be $30.00, and the surface parking lot rate will be $18.00. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” Jan 20, 1983

The Board considered a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 25 of the City Code, entitled “Water”, to increase the water rates by ten percent. On a motion by Alderman Bartgis, seconded by Alderman Merchant, Ordinance G-85-5 was unanimously approved. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” May 23, 1985

On a motion by Alderman Murphy, seconded by Alderman Merchant, the Board unanimously adopted Resolution 1-86 to amend section 114.0 of the City’s Building Code to establish a fee of $50 for each reinspection made necessary on account of work condemned or not in condition for inspection. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” Jan 2, 1986

On a motion by Alderman Murphy, seconded by Alderman Kreissig, the Board unanimously adopted Ordinance G-86-3 to amend Chapter 25 of the City Code, entitled “Water, II to increase the water and sewer rates by ten percent. Mayor Young said the new wastewater treatment plant will have annual operating costs approximately $180,000 to $200,000 higher than the present plant. In other areas, rates have increased as much as 70% to 90% when new pl ants have begun operating. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” April 3, 1986

On a motion by Alderman Kreissig, seconded by Alderman Phillips, the Board unanimously adopted Resolution 5-86 to freeze the phase out of the business personal property tax at 37 1/2 percent. An eight-year phase out of this tax began on January 1, 1982 with the adoption of Resolution 33-81. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” May 15 1986

Increased rates for the parking decks on Church and Court

Streets as follows:

Existing Rate / Proposed Rate

Monthly Regular: $30.00 to $35.00

Monthly City Employee Hourly: $15.00 to $17.50

First Half Hour: $ .25 to $ .50

Each Succeeding Hour: $ .25 to $ .40

Daily Maximum: $ 2.00 to $ 3.00

Weeknights: $ .50 to $ .75

Weekends: $ .50 to $ .75

On a motion by Alderman Floyd, seconded by Alderman Kreissig, the Board unanimously ador.ted Ordinance G-88-7 to amend the City Code in Chapter 25, “Water, I Section 25-19, “Meter rates within city,” to increase water and sewer rates approximately 15%. “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” May 19, 1988

For the first time in 14 years, the city plans to raise its property tax rate, from $1.50 to $1.60 on every $100 assessment. In addition, the higher tax rate will likely be coupled with increased property values, guaranteeing longtime city residents with one of their highest tax bills in years. Frederick News-Post “Mayor offers $23.6 million budget containing expensive surprises” May, 22 1988.

8.32.2 to increase permit fees for additional fixtures beyond the first fixture from $2.00 to $3.00 “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” June 9 1988

1.2 Ordinance G-89-1 increasing the assessment fee in the $600 district to $1,000 “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” January 19, 1989

After removing items 1.5, 1.13, 1.14, 1.17, 1.18, 1.23, and 1.25, the Board unanimously approved the consent agenda on a motion by Alderman Kreissig, seconded by Alderman Floyd. Approved items are: 1.1 An increase of the parking garage fee to $38 per month “Mayor and Board of Alderman Meeting Minutes” January 19, 1989

We are also proposing a 10% increase on water/sewer rates to support the continued increase costs in water/sewer improvements and operations. “Mayor’s Budget Message” May 4, 1989

The Board approved to increase the price of firewood from $12.00/cord to $15.00/cord. June 29, 1989