Published in the Courier-Tribune on August 6, 2011
by Hugh Martin
TROY — Commissioners for the Town of Troy heard a presentation from Montgomery County Planning Director Scott Carpenter concerning the town’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) map during a public hearing held Monday.
Carpenter explained that the previous map had split properties in some cases, which resulted in some parcels having two different zoning classifications. Property owners that were affected had been contacted, with some opting to not be included in the ETJ. The updated map was presented to the board.
There were no citizen comments during the hearing and board members Bruce Hamilton, James Hurley and Wallace Jones approved the new map.
A second public hearing was held in regards to a Community Development Block Grant that the town received on behalf of Pro Pallet South. The grant will be used for the company’s expansion project which will create a number of new jobs. A project ordinance was approved in order for the grant award to move forward.
No town monies are involved in the grant since the company will provide all necessary matching funds.
The board approved a $12,500 bid by All American Associates to administer the administrative services for the grant project.
In other business, the board:
• Approved a proposal from Davenport Lawrence for a one-year contract to assist the town in identifying revenue sources that are owed to the town. Davenport Lawrence will retain 50 percent of the recovered funds as its fee.
• Approved a resolution to remain in the Main Street program for downtown revitalization efforts.
• Approved a one-year agreement with Parrott Beach Restaurant to operate the grill at the Denson’s Creek Golf Club. The grill will operate only when other facilities at the club are open.
• Heard a report from Town Manager Greg Zephir on the success of the swimming lessons program at the newly-opened town pool.
• Was made aware of a problem with tree harvesters taking advantage of senior and low-income citizens by cutting trees and leaving a large mess for the homeowners to deal with. An ordinance to address the problem is being written.
• Was updated on events that have recently been held in the downtown area. Movies are being held monthly and plans are under way for the annual Veterans Day Parade and the holiday Tree Lighting.
• Learned that two locations are being considered for the construction of a pavilion/stage complex to host concerts and other events.
• Congratulated the Troy All Star baseball team for representing the town in recent play.
• Bid farewell to this year’s management interns, Kara English and Joseph Shook.
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