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Elkton approves water and sewer rate study, $269,526 vehicle loan and election board reappointments
Summary
At its Jan. 21 meeting the Elkton Board approved a NewGen water and sewer rate study (not to exceed $29,570), authorized a $269,526 Fulton Bank loan for public works vehicles, and unanimously reappointed seven members to the Board of Supervisors of Elections for March 1, 2026–Feb. 29, 2028.
The Mayor and Commissioners of the Town of Elkton unanimously approved a package of administrative items and financing at their Jan. 21 meeting.
On a motion by Commissioner Charles H. Givens, Sr., seconded by Commissioner Jean A. Broomell, the Board approved a proposal from NewGen Strategies & Solutions for a comprehensive water and sewer rate study at a cost not to exceed $29,570. Director of Finance D. Tyler Home said the study is needed because of emerging water and wastewater capacity issues; NewGen’s overview identified three primary areas of work: an Artesian Water interconnection and associated rate changes, immediate water planning needs identified in the KCI capacity study (with wastewater planning identified as a four‑year need), and PFAS treatment requirements for Well #3 that will involve capital and higher operating costs. Home said the study was not in the current operating budget but would be funded through proprietary funds.
Town Administrator Lewis H. George presented Resolution R1‑2026 requesting a $269,526 loan from Fulton Bank to purchase three Department of Public Works vehicles and equipment. The Board approved the resolution on a motion by Commissioner Robert M. Massimiano, seconded by Commissioner Earl M. Piner Sr. Mayor Alt confirmed the funding mechanism and the loan amount.
Mayor Alt also reappointed seven individuals to the Board of Supervisors of Elections for terms March 1, 2026–Feb. 29, 2028; the reappointments were approved unanimously on a motion by Commissioner Piner, seconded by Commissioner Broomell. The Board also approved routine items including the Jan. 7 minutes and the financial report and bills.
Chief of Police Carolyn Rogers told commissioners the department had observed a recent rise then decline in juvenile car thefts and noted adults sometimes encourage juveniles to commit crimes; Resource Officers at local schools report to Captain Fuller. In public comment, Alicia Calhoun of the Elkton Alliance reminded the Board about the Arts and Entertainment District re‑designation and upcoming downtown events and grants.
Next steps: NewGen is expected to proceed with the study; staff will complete loan paperwork for the Fulton Bank financing and continue routine budget and administrative work.
