Rising Sun approves new fee schedule for land development and stormwater management

The Town of Rising Sun held a meeting on February 14, 2023, focusing on updates to the fee schedule for land development and stormwater management. The meeting began with a discussion led by a commissioner regarding the importance of ensuring that the town's engineering firm operates independently and without conflicts of interest. This concern stemmed from past experiences where engineers representing both developers and the town created potential conflicts, leading to the need for protective measures in the new fee schedule.

The proposed changes to the fee schedule aim to enhance oversight in land development and stormwater management. The town plans to take over the review and inspection of stormwater plans, ensuring that all necessary aspects are covered by a third-party engineer. This adjustment is intended to provide greater accountability and transparency in the development process.

Following the discussion, a motion was made to approve Resolution 2023-01, which outlines the updated fee schedule. The motion received a second, and after a brief discussion, it was unanimously approved by the commissioners.

The meeting then transitioned to the citizen input segment, where no members of the public chose to speak. The town administrator then proceeded with staff reports, indicating a shift in focus to internal updates and administrative matters.

Overall, the meeting underscored the town's commitment to improving its land development processes and ensuring that conflicts of interest are minimized through updated regulations and oversight.