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St. Michaels is Now Accepting Electronic Water Bill Payments

 

Commissioners of St Michaels New Water Bill Payment Stub Image The Town of St. Michaels has made substantial investments into our antiquated water department infrastructure and billing system. We are pleased to announce as part of these upgrades, we have integrated an electronic bill payment option for all Town water customers. Water customers will now have multiple options for paying their bills; i.e. electronic, check, cash, or money order payments. 

If you are interested in utilizing the electronic payment option please use the link and instructions below. 
Link to the portal to pay your water bill:
https://wipp.edmundsassoc.com/Wipp/?wippid=STMT

The utility account ID and utility account pin is located on the return stub of your water bill (it will be right above your address).

You can choose to register as a new user or simply put your information in the utility account information box and follow the steps.

You will receive an email confirmation once payment is received.

View the fee schedule applied by the vendor when utilizing a credit card, debit card, or echeck/ACH.

Fees associated with online payment of water bills for the Town of St Michaels


At this time autopay is not an option.

To receive your water bill electronically:
If you prefer to receive your water bills electronically, we ask you contact our office at the number below and provide us your email information. After registering, you should receive your next water bill electronically.

If you have any questions, please contact Vickie Sharp, in our Water Department, at 410-745-9535. 

 

Join our Email List for Events and Town Information!

To get up-to-date information on Town events and bulletins, join our Constant Contact email list. To join, click the attached link below and provide your contact information. We look forward to sharing this valuable information with you.

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After completing the above process, please send an email to info@stmichaelsmd.gov identifying if you are a resident of St. Michaels, business owner or restaurant owner in town or outside of town and we will finalize the process to include you in the most appropriate emails. 

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FY24-25 Draft Budget

Commissioners Prepare for FY24-25 Budget Workshops.

As the Commissioners of St. Michaels begin their budget workshop sessions for fiscal year 2025, the Town will share the proposed drafts with the public. Upon final approval of the FY24-25 budget, it will be uploaded onto the website.  

St. Michaels Draft Budget for FY2025 – 2/28/24
St. Michaels Draft Budget for FY2025 – 3/18/24

Budget Workshop Session Dates/Times:

  • March 5, 2024            3-5pm                           1st Budget meeting
  • March 18, 2024          5-7pm                           2nd Budget meeting
  • April 2, 2024                2:30-4:30pm               3rd Budget meeting
  • April 9, 2024                5-7pm                          4th Budget meeting


For more information regarding these workshops Click Here.

Election of Commissioners of St. Michaels – May 2024

An election will be held for three of the five offices of Commissioner of the Town of St. Michaels, Talbot County, Maryland. The term of office for the three top vote winners is four (4) years, expiring in June 2028. Said election will be held at Christ Church Etherton Hall, 103 Willow Street, St. Michaels, Maryland between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on:

MONDAY, MAY 6, 2024

All qualified persons wishing to be a candidate for the office of Commissioner of the Town of St. Michaels, Talbot County, Maryland are hereby notified to file a Certificate of Candidacy before 4:30 p.m., Friday, March 29, 2024, in the Edgar M. Bosley, Jr. Municipal Building, 300 Mill Street, St. Michaels, Maryland. Download Certificate of Candidacy form HERE.

REGISTRATION OF VOTERS

Qualified voters may register to vote at the Talbot County Election Board, 215 Bay Street, Easton, Maryland 21601 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on regular business days. Qualified voters may also register online HERE. To view the Public Notice click HERE

THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN THIS ELECTION IS 4:30 P.M. FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2024

Public Notice for the above HERE

Town of St. Michaels Accepting Applications for Finance Director

The Town of St. Michaels, population 1,040, is located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. St. Michaels boasts a combination of popular marinas, inns, bed & breakfasts, shops, and restaurants that make it a favorite destination for visitors. Frequently featured in travel publications and a popular destination, St. Michaels is steeped in history and maritime culture.

The Town of St. Michaels is recruiting for a full-time Finance Director, under the general supervision of the Town Administrator. This individual manages the billing and accounts receivables, collections, payroll, benefits administration, budget administration, financial reconciliation, bookkeeping and oversees utility billing with assistance from the Town Clerk, General Services Clerk and Customer Service Representative. 

Essential Tasks:

  • Maintains the financial records of the Town.
  • Participates in the annual budget development.
  • Maintains and produces financial reports as needed.
  • Manages all payroll processes.
  • Assists with walk-in customers, and general telephone calls and emails.
  • Manages the Town’s benefit packages including retirement, worker’s compensation and disability, healthcare, and related benefits.
  • Manages the Billing and Accounts Receivable Clerk and processes.
  • Serves as primary contact to audit firm.
  • Ensures that all financial transactions are properly coded.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • The Director must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • The Director must be able to utilize standard office equipment and applications including email, phone, copier, Microsoft office software, Quickbooks, and document management.
  • The Director must be proficient in QuickBooks.

Education and Experience:

  • The Director should have a minimum of 5 years of experience with QuickBooks, and administrative experience that would enable them to effectively perform the job.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required. 
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is preferred.

The Town of St. Michaels offers a generous benefit package including health care, paid vacation, paid sick leave, a pension plan through Maryland State Retirement System, and encourages training and development. Competitive salary dependent upon qualifications. 

Please send an application for employment, resume, and cover letter to the address below by end of the business day April 5, 2024.  

Click here to obtain a copy of the Application for Employment.

St. Michaels Town Hall
Attn: Rob Straebel, Town Administrator
P.O. Box 206
St. Michaels, MD 21663
Phone: 410-745-9535
rstraebel@stmichaelsmd.gov

 

Town of St. Michaels Accepting Applications for Historic District Commission Member Vacancy

The Commissioners of St. Michaels are seeking applications to fill a vacant position on the Historic District Commission. The appointee should possess a demonstrated special interest, specific knowledge or professional or academic training in such fields as history, architecture, architectural history, planning, archeology, anthropology, curations, conservation, landscape architecture, historic preservation, urban design or related disciplines. This opening is to serve as a full-time member and would complete an existing term that ends 12/31/2024.

Duties, responsibilities, and requirements for this board are set forth in Chapter 98-7 of the Town Code, which can be accessed on the Town’s website at www.stmichaelsmd.gov. A current resume and letter of interest should include qualifications for the position and an indication of why the applicant wishes to serve. This should be submitted via email, regular mail or hand delivered for receipt no later than noon on Friday April 5th, 2024 to:

Kristen Payne, Town Clerk
300 Mill Street; P.O. Box 206
St. Michaels, Maryland 21663
410-745-9535
kpayne@stmichaelsmd.gov

 

 

 

Town of St. Michaels Community Participation in the Mosquito Control Program

The Town of St. Michaels has enrolled to participate in the Mosquito Control Program for Season 2023, in so doing the community agrees to allow access by Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) personnel to conduct mosquito control activities. The goal of the pest management program is to develop effective strategies to protect our health, our pet’s and livestock health, the environment, and improve the quality of life for our residents and visitors. Please reference their website, at Mosquito Control (maryland.gov), for more information about this program or you may call 410-841-5870. We ask that you review the attached mosquito control – general policies provided by the MDA.

Individual property owners who object to the nuisance mosquito control program may complete the attached form to have their property excluded from spraying. It is required to complete a new form yearly for each property, in order to be excluded, and returned to the appropriate entities. You may download a copy of the Mosquito Control Exemption Form here.

 

 

COSM Meeting Minutes Beginning December 2023

The Commissioners of St. Michaels (COSM) meet the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. in Etherton Hall at Christ Church Parish House, on 103 Willow Street, enter via the side entrance to Etherton Hall. Additional sessions are scheduled as needed.

Working Sessions: The Commission may conduct public working (study) sessions on matters which are expected to come before the Commission for formal action at a legislative meeting or that otherwise need study by the Commission. These working sessions will be scheduled on an as needed basis by the commissioners.

Legislative Sessions: The Commission will conduct public legislative sessions on the second Wednesday of each month, to handle matters which come before the Commission for formal vote. Time permitting, other items may be included on the legislative agenda, but items requiring votes of the Commission will take priority.

COSM meeting schedule for Calendar year 2024.
AGENDA topics to be discussed at future meetings.

The following is a list of minutes for past Commission meetings occurring in St. Michaels. VIDEO and AUDIO recordings are posted in a day or so after the meeting (Effective 10/22/19.) Official minutes are added when approved by the Commissioners. (Note: Meeting minutes for other Boards and Commissions can be found under Government menu/Boards and Commissions.)

If you have any questions, please contact the Town Office at 410-745-9535 during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

3-27-24 Video – COSM Working Session; 3-27-24 Audio;
3-13-24 Video – COSM Working Session; 3-13-24 Audio; Approved Minutes 3-13-24
3-5-24 Video – COSM Budget Workshop; 3-5-24 Audio;
2-28-24 Video – COSM Legislative Session; 2-28-24 Audio; Approved Minutes 2-28-24
2-14-24 Video – COSM Working Session; 2-14-24 Audio; Approved Minutes 2-14-24
2-9-24 Video – COSM Working Session; 2-9-24 Audio
1-24-24 Video – COSM Legislative Session; 1-24-24 Audio; Approved Minutes 1-24-24
1-10-24 Video – COSM Working Session; 1-10-24 Audio; Approved Minutes 1-10-24
12-13-23 Video – COSM Working and Legislative Session; 12-13-23 Audio; Approved Minutes 12-13-23
12-5-23 Video – COSM Working and Legislative Session; 12-5-23 Audio;
11-8-23 Video – COSM Legislative Session; 11-8-23 Audio; Approved Minutes 11-8-23

 

 

Fiscal Year 24-25 – Budget Workshop Sessions

The Commissioners of St. Michaels will hold four Budget Workshop Sessions in the St. Michaels Boy Scout Cabin, 407 St. Mary’s Square, St. Michaels, Maryland. Additional sessions may be scheduled as needed.

The purpose of the workshops are to prepare the Budget for Fiscal Year 24-25 and are open to the public. Those attending on Zoom will only be able to view the broadcast.

Budget Workshop Session Dates/Times:

  • March 5, 2024            3-5pm                           1st Budget meeting
  • March 18, 2024          5-7pm                           2nd Budget meeting
  • April 2, 2024                2:30-4:30pm               3rd Budget meeting
  • April 9, 2024                5-7pm                          4th Budget meeting

Join meeting by computer or smart phone by clicking link below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3264261778
Meeting ID: 326 426 1778

Join by phone with audio only:
+1 301 715 8592
Meeting ID: 326 426 1778

Authority
Commissioners of St. Michaels
Rob Straebel, Town Administrator

St. Michaels Updates Regarding Marengo Street Water Pump Station

 

The Town of St. Michaels experienced a fire at the Marengo Street water pump station on December 3, 2023, deeming it currently inoperable. In order to keep our citizens abreast of the situation throughout this process, the Town will be issuing updates regarding the status of this facility and water capacities. Please click on the link below for updates and associated progress moving forward. 

March 20, 2024 Public Notification
February 12, 2024 Public Notification
December 14, 2023 Public Notification

The Town of St. Michaels extends our gratitude to our water customers for their patience during this repair process.

If you have further questions/concerns please do not hesitate to contact Rob Straebel, Town Administrator, at  410-745-9535.