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DEER SITUATION UPDATE MEETING

DORSEY HALL, COLUMBIAJUNE 2^ND 2026 at 6:00 PM

·      The meeting was conducted by Mr. Tim Maynard from Howard County Recs and Parks.

·      2025-2026 has been a very successful year for deer management in Gray Rock Farm and Dorsey Search communities.

·      There have been no complaints and no major issues.

·      A total of 81 deer, comprising of 53 does, 6 no-antler bucks, and 22 bucks were managed on several dates in October, November and December – 24 in October, 47 in November and 10 in December.

Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization Probe

A fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) probe is a laboratory tool used to detect specific DNA sequences within cells. It uses fluorescent markers that bind to targeted genetic material, allowing researchers and clinicians to visualize genetic changes under a microscope. This technique is commonly used in genetic testing and cancer diagnostics.

Looking for someone to coordinate the Easter Egg Hunt for the young people in the GRF Community. Please email Jackie Troppman at unionjackiet@gmail.com

Looking for high school students to help clear driveway on Gray Rock Dr

Snow thrower available for use. Contact me @ 410-465-3728 if interested. Thanks, Carla

Attached is the Superintendent's Proposed Attendance Area Adjustment Plan. The plan proposes to reassign students at Bryant Woods ES, Clemens Crossing ES and Swansfield ES. No middle or high schools students are proposed to be reassigned. Of course, the BOE has to approve the plan.

Attached are slides from the Community Engagement meeting concerning redistricting for School Year 2026-2027. Three redistricting scenarios are presented. Keep in mind, these scenarios are subject to change based on community reaction and feedback.

Hello All, attached are the Meeting Minutes from the Pre Submission Meeting. Also attached is a map and the Subdivision and Land Development Review Process.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Jackie Troppman.

Verbatim from HCPSS Boundary Review Process Website

"Presented at the June 12 Board of Education Meeting, the Board is scheduled to approve the EFMP for submission to the State at its June 26 meeting. This report replaces the annual Feasibility Study and includes local planning considerations, student enrollment projections, capacity needs and the newly approved facility needs prioritization process and associated data. The enrollment projection contained in this report will be used to model the impacts of enrollment balancing scenarios. The analysis and recommendations included in this document will be used to inform the FY 2027 Capital Budget planning cycle."

Verbatim from HCPSS Boundary Review Process Website

"The Boundary Review Report will be presented at the July 17 Board of Education Meeting. This report will include several redistricting scenarios, including maps."

Meeting Info: Monday, July 7 at 6:00 PM Miller Branch Library, Avalon Room As many of you know, a developer is proposing to build 51 single-family homes on the land at 9579 and 9617 Frederick Road, right next to our neighborhood. There will be a pre-submission community meeting on Monday, July 7 at 6:00 PM at Miller Branch Library. This meeting may be the first and only chance the community has to directly ask the developer questions before they formally submit plans to Howard County.

Some things to consider raising at this meeting:

• How large will the lots be? Are they consistent with R-20 zoning (2 units/acre)?

• Will this lead to a push for higher density? Could the developer (or county) request zoning changes or special exceptions down the line?

• What will the entrance/exit points be? Will there be direct access to Frederick Road?

• Will it impact traffic? Will the added traffic volume trigger a need for a traffic light…