Virtual Town Council Meeting - April 26, 2021  Town of Onancock Town Council- - Virtual Meeting April 26, 2021 7:00 p.m.  Call to Order and Roll Call:  Mayor Fosque called the virtual meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and roll was called. Mayor Fletcher Fosque and Councimembers Robert Bloxom, Joy Marino, Catherine Krause, Ray Burger and Thelma Gillespie were present. Councilmember Maphis Oswald joined at 7:05 p.m. All members were present,  and a quorum was established. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.  Mayor Fosque shared with everyone that this virtual meeting was being conducted in accordance with State Code. Ifinterested in which State Code, please contact Town Manager Matt Spuck for additional Consideration and Approval of the Meeting Minutes from the March 22, 2021 Regular Town Council Mayor Fosque asked if there were any changes, additions, or corrections to the minutes as submitted. With no additional edits, Councilmember Burger made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Councilmember Bloxom: seconded the motion. The motion passed by unanimous voice vote.  details. Meeting:  Councilmember Marino stated that on page three it should read USDA not USAD.  Discussion of the Corner Bakery Meals Tax: Mr. Spuck read the following statement aloud:  "No one likes taxes. No one. However, to enjoy our parks and receive services like police protection, they are necessary. To collect taxes and enforce ordinances is by far the least favorite part of my job, After my first 6-months on the job, Inoticed that many tax accounts were in arrears, and sO we wanted to make a concerted effort to collect unpaid taxes of all kinds before they became more ofay problem. Just after the Christmas holiday, we began to contact residents and businesses who had not paid their taxes. On January 22, 2021 the town sent al letter tot the Corner Bakery to remind them they had not paid their meals tax since March 2020. In the reminder letter that we sent; we also reminded the Bakery that Town Council had suspended meals tax for April through. June of 20201 to help restaurants lower their prices to customers during that period of the pandemic. For statistical and grant application purposes, we did require meals tax figures even though there was no tax that needed to be collected or Wei received no response from the Bakery as a result of the letter inJ January, sO on February 19, 2021 at 9:55am,Icalled the Bakery. Whenlintroduced myself to Connie Smith and: shared the reason for my call, she transferred me to Ms. Karen Edwards, who does their books for1 them. Whenlshared with Ms. Edwards the reason for my call and my request, she indicated that we would be paid.  but iti is a clear responsibility of mine and Itry to do it well.  That is how this issue began.  remitted for1 those months.  1    Virtual Town Council Meeting - April 26,2021  On February 22, we received payment from the Bakery for all unpaid taxes upi through. January 2021. Their remittance included a letter with the sales figures for April through June of 2020, when there was no tax collected. The sales figures for April - June of 2020 averaged $23,500 monthly, but the average sales reported for meals tax over the last 3 years was $7,350 monthly. This $16,000 difference indicated tor me that the bakery was only collecting meals tax on about at third oft their sales. The difference in The ordinance for Meals Taxi is in Section 16-340. All Town Code can be found online on our website andi is searchable and printable. The pertinent portions of the ordinance, from my perspective, are:  monthly sales prompted me to look at the Town ordinance for meals tax.  The definition of Meals (16-340):  Meal means any prepared food and drink, including alcoholic beverages, offered or held out for sale by a restaurant or caterer for the purpose of being consumed by an individual or group of individuals at one time to satisfy the appetite. All such food and drink shall bei included, whether intended to be consumed on the seller's Premises or elsewhere, whether designated as breakfast, lunch, dinner, supper or by some other name, and without regard to the manner, time or place of service. The term' "meal" does not include groceries, food and beverages sold through vending machines and alcoholic beverages sold in sealed containers for off-premises consumption. In addition to all other taxes and fees of any kind imposed by law, an excise taxi is hereby levied and imposed on the purchaser of every meal served, sold or delivered in the town by a restaurant or caterer. The rate of this taxs shall be five percent oft the amount paid for the meal. There shall be no taxi ift the total amount paid is $0.50 or less. On larger amounts, a fractional cent oft tax due shall be rounded up to the next Food soldi in bulk. For the purpose of this subsection, the term "bulk sale" means the sale ofa any item that would exceed the normal, customary and usual portion sold for on-premises consumption (e.g., whole cake, a gallon ice cream). The term "bulk sale" does not include any food or beverage that is catered or delivered by a food  The tax levied (16-342):  highest cent. Exemptions (16-343 (3))  establishment for off-premises consumption.  After reading each of these sections, it does not seem reasonable to me that cakes and packaged products make up nearly 70% of the Bakery's sales. Ifelti it warranted further clarification and thoughtful consideration. Icontacted our Town Attorney, Rachel Kellam, via telephone during the last week of March and we agreed that because THE possibility for misunderstanding by raising the question in person, al letter was the best course of action. requested that she review the letter before Isend it to ensure it appropriately shared our concerns. On April 1, 2021,Ireceived the following email from Ms. "Hey Matt. The letter is great. Was it sent to them yesterday? If so, please let me know their response, and whether you need me to stepi in. Hopefully, they'll comply properly. FINGERS CROSSED." My response later that evening was: "I didn't send it until Iheard from you. Will mail tomorrow. On April 8, 2021lreceived at thoughtful and respectful email response to my letter in which Pete Smith  Kellam:  Thanks." Rather than mailing the letter, Id delivered it by hand.  indicated that he would forward both his letter and mine to his attorney.  2    Virtual Town Council Meeting - April 26, 2021  Fora a disagreement in ordinance interpretation, this is exactly what should happen; let two independent attorneys discuss and resolve to mutual satisfaction. Ireplied to the Smiths' response with thei following "Thank you for your response to my letter of April 6. Ihave attached my response to your letter. lam very hopeful and confident that we will navigate through this issue quickly and easily." My letter was crafted with our Town. Attorney over the telephone on April1 13, 2021, and read: Thank you for your response dated April 8, 2021. As your letter states, if you would like tor meet with me inj person regarding the Town's meals tax, l'am available to discuss the The Town supports the requirement that your bakery collect the pass-through meals tax as explained ini my letter dated April 6, 2021. Ouri interpretation is supported by other towns on the Shore whose bakeries also pay meals tax on all non-factory packaged products. Due to your interpretation oft the Town Code, please have your attorney Should no response be received by April 30th, starting May 1, 2021, the Town requires the Bakery to collect and remit meals tax for all sales that are not factory prepackaged  email:  matter at your convenience.  respond by April 30, 2021. as stated int the Town Code.  At this point, we have had a difference in interpretation oft town ordinance that was in the hands of each of our attorney for review, discussion, and recommendation. My hope at this point is that the attorneys would craft a revision tot the ordinance to remove any ambiguity. This revision would be presented to On April 21, the Corner Bakery decided to share their interpretation of the Town ordinance on Facebook and request support from their followers. This is well within their rights and we encourage respectful public discourse. However, the Town has not, nor willi it address the public comments on social media. And, lam sure that the Smiths would never encourage, condone or endorse the hurtful personal communications I have received in my private messaging and social media accounts from their followers who disagree with my and our Town Attorney'si interpretation oft the ordinance. At this time, Istand behind myi interpretation that the intent oft the meals tax is to levy a! 5%1 tax on the purchasers oft food prepared on-site and: sold for consumption by and individual or a group of individuals. Byi including text that defines what is reasonable consumption might be, we add al level of  Town Council and we would all move forward from there.  subjectivity to AN ordinance thati is unreasonable to administer.  Examples include:  Isitr reasonable that one person consumes al large pizza they take out from Davinci's, is that bulk Iflpick up two meals from Blarney for Kim and me, it is clearly more than one person would eat lwas having lunch at. Janet's and the person in front of me was picking up 7 sandwiches for the Inr my opinion, this is what happens with a dozen donuts. People bring them home or to work to share with a group. "Being consumed by a group ofi individuals" is clearly stated in the Town ordinance. I contend that the intent of bulk salesi is for food prepared for resale, and not for as subjective amount of food1 that someone thinks is unreasonable for one person to eat. The Corner Bakery's attorney  because it is more than one person should reasonably eat at one time?  at one time, is that bulk?  people they work with. Iti is clearly for a group ofi individuals.  thoughtfully presented: a different interpretation.  3    Virtual Town Council Meeting - April 26, 2021  l'ask Town Council to review the ordinance and give thought to revising it to remove this ambiguity. Until that happens, my recommendation is that we ask the Corner Bakery to collect and remit meals Int the last email communication with the Town Attorney on this matter, inj part she said, "lti is up to [Town) Council to decide if the Town wants to fight the fight or amend the ordinance." lam not, was not, and would not look for ai fight or even a negative exchange. My hope is simple: through respectful communication with Onancock businesses and with Town Council, we remove any ambiguity from the ordinance to allow administration to equitably enforce the Enforcing Town ordinance is thej job oft the Town Manager. The Town Council did not charge me with this specific matter, and they never would as it is simply outside their purview. Thej job of Town Council is to adopt, amend, or redact town ordinance. It seems this is a perfect opportunity to remove the Imade every effort to keept this matter professional and private. Imade sure to seek legal counsel at every step. This is a professional difference of opinion on a Town ordinance, andlam sorry it has My wife and lare small local business owners here in Onancock. We collect and remit taxes to the town as required. Even when our business was down 80% in 2020, we: swallowed hard and wrote the check. We also thoroughly enjoy the Corner Bakery donuts and proudly send our customers to the bakery and we will continue to dos sO. With helpi from Town Council, this difference ofi interpretation can be Councilmember Bloxom stated that he endorses Mr. Spuck approach to this matter, sharing that upon his reading of the ordinance he too noticed ambiguity. Councilmember Bloxom stated that he believes that the Smiths did their best to interpret the Code. Councilmember Bloxom: shared that hei feels that the Code needs to be reviewed and adjusted to diminish any ambiguity. This is a pass-through tax that does not hurt the business. Councilmember Bloxom also stated thati it is important that the Code is Councilmember Marino asked about the tax accounts that are in arrears. Will more issues such as this one be popping up? Mr. Spuck shared that at the time there for four businesses in arrears but currently Councilmember Oswald stated that since the Town has been accepting the Corner Bakery's interpretation of the Town's Code for many' years, it seems like they can continue to collect and remit Councilmember Burger stated that there is one exemption! listed to this Code and he feels that the Corner Bakery has interpreted correctly, stating they make bulk sales and they are exempt. Mayor Fosque stated that the ordinance is vague. Upon his review of Cape Charles' ordinance, he noticed, that they do list exemptions to the meal's tax. Mayor Fosque shared that he feels that Town Council should allow the Corner Bakery to continue has they have done for many years.  taxes as they have in the past.  ordinance in place.  vagueness that exists in this ordinance.  become so much more than that.  resolved quickly and amicably. #  applied to all businesses uniformly.  there is only one.  like always.  4    Virtual Town Council Meeting - April 26, 2021  Councilmember Bloxom shared that this might be a good time to review this Code section and that Councilmember Oswald stated that does not matter what other towns do, Onancock can do its own Mayor Fosque stated that this item will be deferred to Code review and that for now Corner Bakery will  researching other Town's may be al helpful guide in making changes.  thing.  continue to operate as before. Public Business:  a. Public Hearing, Special Use Permit at 22. Johnson Street: Mr. Spuck explained that this property was already operating as al homestay but since the property has changed hands the new owner isr required to get Town Council approval. Mayor Fosque asked if Council had any questions. With none, Councilmember Oswald. made a motion to approve. SUP 04:21 with thej following The owner agrees with the Transient Occupancy Tax code as detailed in Sections 16-72 The owner agrees to pay al water, sewer, and garbage bills within. 30 days oft the bill date and understands that service will be disconnected immediately thereafter, and reconnection  requirements:  All guests must park in the off-street spaces provided;  through 16-81; fees apply.  Councilmember Marino seconded the motion.  Mayor Fosque opened the public hearing at 7:25 pm and asked for public comment. With none,  he closed the public hearing at 7:25 pm and a roll call vote was taken.  Robert Bloxom Catherine Krause Maphis Oswald The motion passed six to zero.  YEA YEA YEA  Joy Marino Ray Burger Thelma Gillespie  YEA YEA YEA  b. Public Hearing, Town Budget for FY2022: Mayor Fosque opened the budget public hearing at 7:26 p.m. Mr. Spuck explained that this public hearing was advertised in accordance with State Code. This proposed budget was already heard by" Town Council in March. Mr. Spuck shared the highlights oft the proposed budget: no taxi increases; elimination of Town stickers; removal of the gross sales receipts requirement for business license renewals; lower water rates for low and high volume users; the Town will absorb the credit card fee; and, this proposed budget does Councilmember Marino asked about the projected increase in the transient occupancy tax revenue. Mr. Spuck stated that it had been reduced ini the current year's budget because of the pandemic, stating that it should return to normal in the coming fiscal year.  noti include the cost of the sewer treatment plant.  5    Virtual Town Council Meeting - April 26, 2021  Councilmember Oswald asked about the special fund listed for the grants. Mr. Spuck stated that the fund is only for grants secured by the Town and that the breakdown of the grants has been With no further council or public comment, Mayor Fosque closed the public hearing at 7:33 p.m. Mayor Fosque shared that the budget would be adopted at the May 2021 Town Council  provided on page 44.  meeting.  . Approval of Town Wharf Ordinance 21:01: Mr. Spuck explained that Town Staff was waiting for Accomack County to approve their language for administering the parking fees for the County ramps. Mr. Spuck explained that all Accomack County residents that have al boat listed on the property tax roll will receive a decal to place on their vehicle which will grant them free parking while using the County boat ramps. Mr. Spuck explained that the Town's proposed language mimics the County's, anyone displaying that sticker will also get free parking in Town while using Mr. Spuck read the recommended motion aloud, "An ordinance repealing the fee for public ramp use in Sections 36-25 though 36-29 and adding parking controls for vehicles, boats, trailers on town-owned property or public streets in Section 3623. This ordinance also amends the use ofunreserved floating docks to allow use for up to four hours at no charge toi the boater." Councilmember Oswald: stated, SO moved. Councilmember Bloxom seconded the motion. Aroll  the Town's boat ramp.  call vote was taken. Robert Bloxom Catherine Krause Maphis Oswald The motion passed. six to zero.  YEA YEA YEA  Joy Marino Ray Burger Thelma Gillespie  YEA YEA YEA  Council Discussion:  a. American Rescue Plan of 2021: Mr. Spuck shared that since the Town is not a Department of Housing & Community Development Town, thet funds from the American Rescue Plan Act will be distributed to the Town directly. Mr. Spuck stated that tonight's goal was to get input from Town Council on how they feel the funds should be spent under the guidelines of the Act. Mayor Fosque statedi that the het felt that the community shouid have the opportunity to weigh in on how the Town spends the funds, possibly create a committee to review suggestions fori its uses. Councilmember Oswald: stated thati they should have a community forum sO that all residents could weigh in. Town Council asked Mr. Spuck for details on what can and cannot be b. Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) Grant - Bike and Pedestrian Path: Mr. Spuck explained that he has reviewed the potential for the Town to apply for a TAP grant fora a bike/pedestrian trail in Town. Mr. Spuck stated that he was looking for Council approval for him  done with the funds.  6    Virtual Town Council Meeting - April 26, 2021  to continue forward int the grant process. Mr. Spuck explained that the Road Diet application was denied by VDOT and that this project could step into the Road Diet's place. Mr. Spuck reviewed the phases oft the TAP grant as well as the fact that the Town has enough reserve Councilmember Oswald stated that the Town might be able to use the Historic Onancock School (HOS) trail as well, since bikers also use that path. Mr. Spuck explained that the TAP program requires that two roads be connected. Mr. Spuck also stated that HOS may not want their trail Councilmember Marino: stated that she was int favor of Mr. Spuck applying to VDOT for this Councilmember Krause asked ift this project fitsi into where Onancock wants to goi in the future. Mayor Fosque asked what the timeframe is for the grant application. Mr. Spuck. stated that the preliminary application is due in the summer. Mayor Fosque stated that he was unsure that this project is what the Town: should spend its reserve funds on, especially with empty downtown buildings. Mayor Fosque stated that Town Council needs to create a priority list. Councilmember Bloxom stated that he would like to authorize Mr. Spuck to move ahead with Councilmember Bloxom made a motion to instruct the Town Manager to complete the application for funds. Councilmember Oswald. seconded the motion. Aroll call vote was taken.  funds to meet the grant match requirement (20%).  paved.  grant but asked to see a clearer map of the proposed bike trail. Ist this a project that the Town wants to spend its reserve funds on?  the preliminary TAP grant application.  Robert Bloxom Catherine Krause Maphis Oswald The motion passed five to one.  YEA NAY YEA  Joy Marino Ray Burger Thelma Gillespie  YEA YEA YEA  Honoring Onancock Residents: Mr. Spuck shared that he was approached about honoring influential community members that are no longer with us. Mr. Spuck asked Councili for their feedback on how best to celebrate these individuals, possibly through an event like a Councilmember Marino shared that some community members were already working on organizing a community picnic like there use to be at Ker Place, thel last one was in 2007. Mrs. Hilary Hartnet-Wilson, Executive Director for the ES Historical Society, is already sponsoring an event in May so1 the committee is planning on having the picnic on September 12, 2021. Mayor Fosque asked ift this event is a Town event or Historical Society event. Councimember Marino stated that iti is a Town event with the Historical Society working with the Town for a shared  community picnic.  venue.  7    Virtual Town Council Meeting - April 26, 2021  Mr. Spuck shared that event honoring Onancock residents was an idea that came from Mrs. Phyllis Ward and that he would like to be ablei to tell her how Council feels about thei idea as well as the potential of blending the picnic event with this event. Councilmember Oswald: stated that she sees an opportunity for a blending oft the events which could be recurring. Mayor Fosque suggested that they get together with Mrs. Ward to iron out the details. Councilmember Bloxom asked if Mrs. Ward would bei interested in volunteering to be on the committee. Councilmember Oswald stated that this would be a good opportunity to make sure the Town is Mr. Brian Keiser, Parker's Creek, shared that he has been working with Mrs. Ward on this matter since his friend Willie Crockett died. Mr. Keiser stated that het felt1 that this event could be an economic engine for the Town. Mr. Keiser shared that the North Street Playhouse is allowing them to do a Willie Crockett poetry reading and the that the venue is available September 10, 2021. Mayor Fosque asked how the Town could geti involved. Mr. Keiser shared that thei idea of the Town celebrating individuals such as Willie Crockett, Ann Nock and Mr. Outlaw will be a good catalyst to bring people into Town, stating that history is a great selling point. Mayor Fosque stated that a committee should get together to review some ideas. Councilmember Gillespie stated that this would be a great opportunity for at two-day event. d. Council Member Terms and Elections: Mr. Spuck shared with Council their terms, explaining that three Council members and the Mayor are up for reelection in 2022. Mr. Spuck also reminded Council the State Law has been changed and Town Council is now required to hold its election in November. Mr. Spuck stated that Mrs. Lisa Fiege has reviewed the Town's ordinance and identified the changes that will need to be made to comply with the! State Code.  maintaining volunteer hours fori in-kind grant donations.  Public Comment: idea.  Mrs. Kathy Boyd, Market Street, stated that she was disappointed to hear about the TAP grant, sharing that she did not feel that the bike trail would offer her enough safety and therefore would not be a good Ms. Maegan Smith, Co-Owner of the Corner Bakery, stated that they feel that they are in compliance with the Town Code for collecting and remitting the meals tax. Ms. Smith also stated they are extremely disappointed in how this matter was handled, whyi involve legal action before first attempting to Mr.. John Holdren, Mt. Prospect Avenue, thanked Town Council for eliminating the Town sticker requirement. Mr. Holdren also thanked Town Manager, Matt Spuck, for holding two community meetings regarding the various potential fixes to Warren Street, it was nice to bei included in the Sarah Nock, Market Street, asked for clarity on the parking ordinance that was passed. Mr. Spuck  dialogue with them?  conversation.  explained that the restrictions are only for trailer parking.  Committee Reports:  a. HRSD, Robert Bloxom: Councilmember Bloxom stated that he would defer to Mr.Spuck.  8    Virtual Town Council Meeting - April 26,2021  b. Waterfront Committee, Robert Bloxom: Councilmember Bloxom shared that the Committee met on April 13th and the Harbormaster, Craig Tanner, shared that he was currently in the process of interviewing fors seasonal help. Summer reservations were going well and were already exceeding last year's numbers. Councilmember Bloxom shared that the Committee wants to ençourage boaters to parki in the overflow parking lot on King Street. Councilmember Bloxom also shared that this season a courtesy car and golf carts will be onsite for rent by our transient Councilmember Oswald asked how the courtesy car rental will work. Mr. Spuck explained thata transient guest may use the car free of charge for up to four-hours, any time after that they will Planning Committee, Robert Bloxom: Councilmember Bloxom shared that the Commission discussed the potential rezoning of al house on Hill Street, a group is asking to place a group home there. The Commission also finished reviewing the Comprehensive Plan rewrite.  boating guests by May 1st.  be charged on a per hour basis.  d. Personnel Committee, Catherine Krause: No meeting. e. Strategic Planning, Fletcher Fosque: No meeting.  Mayor's Report:  Mayor Fosque thanked everyone who reached out to Town Council on behalf of the Corner Bakery, the  correspondences were thoughtful. Town Manager's Report: Mr. Spuck read the follow report aloud:  Town Hall willl be back open to the public May 3, 2021. Administrative Staff will be two- weeks out from their last vaccination. Town staff that opted to not receive the vaccination The Town will be going Live with its new online payment processor, Invoice Cloud. Mr. Spuck also shared that the Town will be absorbing the credit card fees for all users. The Town has paid out $62,000 in Small Business Recovery Assistance grants to local businesses. Three more businesses have been submitted to CDBG for grant assistance int the amount of $28,000. An additional five applications are currently being prepared to submit Equipment for the ramp project is being staged currently for an imminent weather- dependent start. The cofferdam willl be constructed in the next few days. The Town's American Rescue Plan Act allocation is $1.1 million which will be distributed in two equal parts a year. Mr. Spuck is surveying other towns throughout the Country, State and County to learn how they plan on using their allotments. Since the Town is not a DHCD entitled community, the Town's distribution will be passed through the State.  will be required to continue to wear face coverings.  to CDBG in the next remittance.  9    Virtual Town Council Meeting - April 26, 2021  Most of the major components of the draft agreement between the HRSD and Town have been accepted. The use of public funds to install wastewater collection for the new homes on. Jefferson which required a letter from us to HRSD has been approved. HRSD's Commission has authorized their Executive Director to negotiate the remaining items. A new Police Officer has been hired, Dalton Wood. He will bei introduced at the next Town Council meeting. Mr. Wood was previously employed at the Accomack County Sheriff's Department, working in thej jail. He will need to attend the Police Academy to obtain his certification. The other applicants for the last Police Department position open, will also need to be certified. Management is going to structure it so both new hires train together. Warren Street, Waples/lackson Street extension are. scheduled to bet tar & chipped in the next few weeks. Mr. Spuck held two community meetings to discuss potential road repair resolutions for Warren Street. The leak under. Jackson Street has been repaired and Mr. Spucki is contacting paving contractors for solutions on how best to care for the street. Mr. Spuck is currently researching best practices for fund balances and reserve policies for With the pending move of the wastewater treatment plant to HRSD, Mr. Spuck has split the Department of Public' Works (DPW) away from the wastewater treatment plant. The DPW staff reports to Mr. Spuck directly andi is made up of water, streets, and landscaping. Mr. Spuck shared the reason for operating this way prior to the plant moving away from the Town, is to see what works, what resources are needed and what communication works The sale oft the. Justis Street property has been finalized and the proceeds have been used to purchase sheds for the DPW yard by the water tower. These sheds willl house tools, vehicles and parts which are currently being stored at the wastewater treatment plant. The Department of Public' Works also has a new email address, dpw@onancock.com, which residents can use to report issues around Town. This email address is being monitored by Ms. Mariellen Mearsheimer who will then share the content with the appropriate staff member. Mr. Spuck also urged residents to send emails about things that make them happy The Dog Park has been cut and staff are planning the lay out of the area. Mr. Spucki is Mr. Walter Vasquez, DPW-Landscaping, is busy chipping, weeding, and will begin mulching Mr. Terry Sargent, DPW- Buildings/Roads, is spending a lot of time with Mr. Vasquez as well as working on cleaning curbs. Staff is rotating one street per neighborhood to help spread Mr. Victor Talbot, DPW- Water, is focused on meter readings as well as working on his professional development so that he can, get his water license. Hei is also working on The Town is finally under contract with BIG (Boating Infrastructure Grant), sO the new pedestals, security system, air conditioning, walk boards, and advertising campaign can "Welcome to Onancock" packets are being prepared for all transient boaters.  Councils review.  best.  about the Town as well.  working with contractors for quotes on fencing.  shortly.  around the attention.  organizing water parts and inventoryi in the new space.  begin.  10    Virtual Town Council Meeting - April 26, 2021  The Police Department is still understaffed. Overtime hours are taking at toll on the officers and even with that, they continue to serve Onancock and provide support to our Mr. Spuck also shared that the Town will be performing hydrant flushes in May.  neighboring communities.  The new police vehicles have been ordered.  Ms. Sarah Nock, Market Street, asked what happens with the hydrant flushing. Mr. Spuck explained that  itg gets the sediment that has settled out oft the bottom of the line.  Council Comments:  Councilmember Marino asked for clarity on the wharf parking, stating that the Town will still issue stickers to be placed on those vehicles to park. Mr. Spuck shared that the Town will no longer be selling stickers of any kind. A parking pass will bei issued to those without the Accomack County decal. Councilmember Oswald shared her excitement over the new online payment vendor as well as the coming flat fee for business licenses. Councilmember Oswald also thanked the public for their  comments about the Corner Bakery. Closed Session, ifr needed: None was needed. Adjourn:  Councilmember Oswald made a motion to adjourn. Councilmember Bloxom seconded the motion. The  motion passed by unanimous voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:53 p.m.  Mldt DM Fletcher Fosque, Mayor  Lisa  g  11