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Danielle Wolfe, president of the Havre de Grace Green Team, told the council the compost enclosure opened in June 2020 at Hutchins Park (sometimes referenced as Hutchins/Hutchins Park in materials) and now has five bins. Volunteers and a contractor haul material weekly. Wolfe said since June 2020 the program has kept \"over 233,000 pounds or 116 tons of food waste out of the landfill,\" with recent monthly deliveries averaging 4,000 to 5,000 pounds. She said hauling costs are about $60 per bin per month (five bins = $300/month; $3,600/year) and presented tipping-fee comparisons showing avoided landfill fees in the $3,200 range for the cited year.

Wolfe described contamination challenges (plastic bags, coated containers) and volunteer outreach efforts including school presentations and signage. She asked the council to continue hauling support and proposed expanding to a second location \"on the hill\" to serve residents not downtown.

On the food-forest program at Todd Park, Wolfe reported 36 trees, permaculture beds, volunteers called \"tree adopters,\" and grants and donations that supported plantings and interpretive signage. She thanked outgoing project leader Carol Zimmerman and noted a leadership transition to Kim Billinger later in 2025.

Councilmember Boyer moved, and councilmember Shanegas seconded, a motion that the mayor and administration work with the Green Team to establish a second compost location and to return to council with a recommendation about potential funding sources. Councilmember Boyer initially proposed funding the second site from waste disposal/tipping fees; after discussion about restrictions on fee use the motion was amended so staff would return with a funding recommendation. The motion passed 6-0.

Why it matters: The compost program reduces landfill methane and extends landfill capacity while providing soil resources and community education. The council\u000099s request for a funding recommendation begins a staff review of where expansion money could come from.

What happens next: Mayor and administration will examine funding options and locations and report back to council with recommendations; the Green Team asked for continued hauling support at current enclosure.

Ending: The council praised volunteers and staff support; the Green Team\u000099s request for a second site and data on diversion will inform follow-up work this summer.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Havre de Grace City Council June 16, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Havre de Grace Green Team told the council its compost program has diverted roughly 116 tons of food waste since 2020; volunteers and council members urged expansion and the council asked the mayor and administration to work with the group on a second site and return with funding recommendations.","taxTitle","Havre de Grace, Harford County, Maryland","taxId",52147,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6515739,"Residents press Havre de Grace officials for action at Greenway Farms intersection; city attorney says options limited",948,1126000,2074000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3847222-cf9a18537436297a7c02ef4212b1f92c&start=1126&end=2074","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3847222-cf9a18537436297a7c02ef4212b1f92c/thumbnail_1126000.jpg","/articles/6515739/Havre-de-Grace/Harford-County/Maryland/Residents-press-Havre-de-Grace-officials-for-action-at-Greenway-Farms-intersection-city-attorney-says-options-limited","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6515739-36c349b9d38f19d6890c239e22a1efeb/orig.mp4?Expires=1771203031&Signature=dksDT0GqnTcAf7o2GFvrStUsx6A8qZU4p~ZiR3Y5hovadkudcPDoS~Y-wkE6Of3SVmns8cUO-IgpLYsuhQZUUkBJUM0orDi0zJs56Uh3NAOTO9juZlQENzN8nlYiZs4e88ggK-AmMcB5XquTJ~0u69ObBbMsuwDHxa-vWA9kFPfUZ-CblX1WkZBFdfKtyWxXVraqp91zV-4Heg6Dp4joDE-l2Fu~F7jl7hp~1dDRT9J-MVhRC2bnm8GVja3~rcATSvO6FAWC28JO1fDGZs8YJ3ioirtMTYIhmFyeylI9GaH0v~SkCh0DgH2rX8ZQtjleP5KBhnJ0b8Cx6ne3tYNqCw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Havre de Grace\u000094Residents of the Greenway Farms neighborhood pressed the mayor and city council on June 16 to fix a reportedly hazardous intersection at Martha Lewis Boulevard and to enforce developer obligations for emergency access and other infrastructure.

Courtney Bridges, a resident who submitted a form to speak, cited the city charter and a signed public works agreement and told the council, \"no use and occupancy permits shall be issued for any dwelling unit until the final location of the roadway has been determined and the construction of the roadway in that location has been constructed.\" Bridges said the documented emergency access road is \"not fully constructed\" and repeated prior reports that the Fire Chief found the current lane inadequate for fire and ambulance apparatus.

Other residents echoed safety concerns. Michael Hatem described a near-collision at the intersection. Dr. Faith Williams referenced a traffic study recommending signalization if the Greenway Farms development proceeds as planned and said the development is already more than halfway built at 296 homes in the study, asking, \"Where are we with securing funding?\"

City Attorney Ishek told the audience the city is communicating with the State Highway Administration (SHA) and the developer and is \"looking at all possible options,\" but said legal constraints and attorney-client privilege prevent the city from releasing certain details. Ishek warned that attempting to stop work outright could prompt immediate litigation and noted the neighborhood was approved under prior county and city rules \"when that community was built.\" She said the city had met with SHA but that meeting produced no resolution.

Council members and staff said they continue to press the issue. Councilmember Jones and other councilmembers said they ask questions regularly and are engaged on the matter. Councilmember Boyer asked the police chief about stepped-up enforcement; the chief said officers already patrol the area and would be made aware of additional concerns.

Why it matters: Residents say the intersection presents a public-safety risk as new homes are completed and traffic volumes rise. The council and city attorney described a constrained range of legal remedies and ongoing coordination with SHA and the developer.

What happens next: The city attorney said staff will continue options analysis and communications with SHA and the developer. Councilmembers said they will keep raising the issue with staff. Residents asked for a public update or hearing when the city can disclose what it legally may.

Ending: City staff and council indicated continued action behind the scenes while urging residents to report safety incidents to public safety staff so enforcement and traffic mitigation measures can be targeted.","Multiple residents urged the city to address a dangerous intersection at Greenway Farms and to enforce infrastructure commitments tied to development; the city attorney said legal constraints and prior approvals limit immediate measures and that staff continue talks with the State Highway Administration and the developer.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6515743,"Havre de Grace council adopts FY2026 budget, approves three city code ordinances; multiple appointments confirmed",160,3966000,4126000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3847222-cf9a18537436297a7c02ef4212b1f92c&start=3966&end=4126","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3847222-cf9a18537436297a7c02ef4212b1f92c/thumbnail_3966000.jpg","/articles/6515743/Havre-de-Grace/Harford-County/Maryland/Havre-de-Grace-council-adopts-FY2026-budget-approves-three-city-code-ordinances-multiple-appointments-confirmed","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6515743-852af499a45a7ed8ec7eee101d0955c5/orig.mp4?Expires=1771203031&Signature=M8ROa8zlsyr-TaABxjOs-KJvt3EPzt4yHucF9Pg3g5TxBvxxxITvD50ieQzBjFEQ8aiALP~ZDry0RWBr5~M8OWGmy2mQCcGc~cCKtEDCd2CNsfdpS40LRyGHBGT~qMNi5wrQeUjVY4cJwqnRTTzjq4r8P4DzJQqVfbm-Fo~yXd9cmjbiayhDowXpPhfITwSN4fneDzIOu9F7wn8UgPUvuWVDHwIRg-xQGDyZHy2sVEiLrTS4h99-KZ3SOu51nYIMJevlbM7xFODTq1uyruwZw~ReusmSkUHWUB30wa~z2LXJEa5qOZI5Bogr9FkMb1hwOfEV1FRX7tZ9KKArv37PlA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Havre de Grace\u000094The Mayor and City Council adopted the city\u000099s fiscal year 2026 budget and approved multiple code changes and appointments during their June 16 meeting.

The council voted 6-0 to adopt Ordinance 11-94, the city budget for fiscal 2026, and approved two other ordinances on second reading: Ordinance 11-91 (amending Chapter 81, forest conservation) and Ordinance 11-92 (amending Chapter 89, grading and filling). The council also introduced Ordinance 11-95 (changes to Chapter 25 on boards, committees and commissions pertaining to the Arts Commission) on first reading; a public hearing on 11-95 was scheduled for July 7.

The meeting also included confirmations: Ed Garono (listed in materials as Ed Gurono/Garano) was sworn in after council approval to the Ethics Commission; Jennifer Joseph, Joanne Teal and Ed Worthington were appointed to the Youth Commission. All noted roll-call votes were recorded 6-0 in favor.

Other actions approved by unanimous vote included removing Ordinance 11-93 (landscaping ordinance) from the evening\u000099s agenda for additional work; extending First Fridays operating hours from 5 p.m. \u000094 8 p.m. to 5 p.m. \u000094 9 p.m.; and a council motion to meet in closed session at the conclusion of the meeting to discuss a personnel matter (Open Meetings Act authority cited in the motion). The council also approved routine meeting minutes and public hearing minutes by voice vote earlier in the evening.

Why it matters: The FY2026 budget vote sets the city\u000099s spending priorities for the coming year, and the code amendments affect development and tree-protection practices. The appointments fill local advisory seats that advise council and staff on commissions, and the First Fridays time change alters downtown event hours.

What was said: During debate on Ordinance 11-92 (grading and filling), Councilmember Jones said the amendments were meant \u00009cto be consistent with our codes\u00009d and current practice. On the budget, Councilmember Boker described extensive staff and committee work and urged continued committee oversight during the fiscal year.

Votes at a glance:
- Ordinance 11-91 (amend Chapter 81, forest conservation): Adopted on second reading by roll call, 6-0.
- Ordinance 11-92 (amend Chapter 89, grading and filling): Adopted on second reading by roll call, 6-0.
- Ordinance 11-94 (FY2026 budget): Adopted on second reading by roll call, 6-0.
- Ordinance 11-95 (amend Chapter 25, Arts Commission): Introduced and adopted on first reading for public hearing, roll call 6-0; public hearing set for July 7.
- Ordinance 11-93 (landscaping): Removed from the agenda by unanimous consent for further revisions.
- Appointment: Ed Garono to the Ethics Commission: Approved 6-0; oath administered.
- Appointments: Jennifer Joseph, Joanne Teal, Ed Worthington to the Youth Commission: Approved 6-0.
- First Fridays hours (change from 5\u0000948 p.m. to 5\u0000949 p.m.): Approved by voice vote, 6-0.
- Motion to convene closed session after the meeting (personnel matter, GP Art. \u0000973-305(b)(1)): Approved 6-0.

Next steps: Ordinance 11-95 will have a public hearing July 7; staff will implement the FY2026 appropriations effective July 1. Any subsequent budget amendments or contract awards will return to council as required by city code.

Ending: The council adjourned after a roll call and announcements about upcoming city events and department reports.","At its June 16 meeting the Havre de Grace Mayor and City Council adopted the fiscal year 2026 budget, passed ordinances updating forest-conservation and grading rules and introduced arts-commission changes. The council also confirmed appointments to the ethics and youth commissions and approved several procedural items.","actionData","errors"]

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