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HyattsvilleMD averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$463,500 Typical home value $404,667 -3.2% yr/yr · +1.5% 5-yr
Reported crime — Hyattsville Police Department (2024)
Violent crime141 (688/100k · 2024)
Property crime699 (3,409/100k · 2024)
Homicides1 (5/100k · 2024)
👤 Members & officials (40)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Edouard Haba — Councilmember
- Robert S. Croslin — Mayor
- Joanne Waszczak — Councilmember
- Danny Schaible — Councilmember
- Emily Strab — Councilmember
- Michelle Lee — Councilmember
- Kelson Nisbett — Councilmember
- Gopi Dhokai — Councilmember
- Greg Barnes — Councilmember
- Jimmy McClellan — Councilmember
- Rommel Sandino — Councilmember
- Sam Denes — Councilmember
- Kareem Redmond — Councilmember
- Greg Bar — Councilmember
Who’s on the Education Advisory Committee
- Nicholas Misukanis — Board Member
- Mai Abdul Rahman — Board Member
- Michael Angeloni — Board Member
Who’s on the Ethics Commission
- T. Carter Ross
- Michael Horlick
- Mark Graham
- David Sip
- Katie Siemon
- Octavia Clapp
Who’s on the Flag Redesign Committee
- Michael Fischer
- Paul Hrusa
- Jamila Hinds
- Katie Burk
- Sam Jackson
- Monica Gorman
- Domonique Gibson
Who’s on the Shade Tree Board
- Randy Fletcher
- Taylor Johnson
- Gloria Felix-Thompson
- Kathryn Kutzner
- Zack Dorner
- Deborah Taylor
- Kyla Gallagher
- Dawn Bohls
- John Healy
- Zachary Dorner
Municipal budget
Total revenue$27.8M (FY2023)
Total spending$21.8M (FY2023)
Taxes$25.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$1.8M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,045 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 19:30
General
Virtual
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:30
General
Virtual
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 19:00
General
Virtual
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 19:00
General
Virtual
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Supervisors of Election
4310 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Virtual-Link to Register can be found on Agenda
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:00
General
Virtual
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 16:00
General
4310 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 19:30
General
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 19:15
General
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 19:00
General
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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:30
General
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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:30
General
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 19:00
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Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 19:00
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Fri Sep 25, 2026 · 11:00
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Recent meetings
Fri Aug 28, 2026 · 11:00
Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee
Virtual
Fri Aug 28, 2026 · 11:00
Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee
Hyattsville committee reviews fall senior programs and aging services
The Age-Friendly Hyattsville Work Group, part of the Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee, is meeting to discuss upcoming Aging and Wellness Services programming, including the Golden Voices oral history project, Movie Mondays, and a fall art class series. They will also receive updates on the Community Services Case Manager, International Summer Jam, and Hyattsville Aging in Place activities. The meeting is informational and planning-focused, with no votes or formal decisions listed.
- Golden Voices of Hyattsville Oral History Project
- Movie Mondays – Greenbelt Cinema funding
- Hyattsville Is Home Art Class Series – fall series begins September 15
- Seniors on the Go! Laurel Dutch Market, September 17
- CPR/AED Training with Certification, September 21
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Age-Friendly Hyattsville Work Group Meeting
Friday, August 28, 2026; 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Hyattsville Municipal Building, 4310 Gallatin Street
Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83745370451?pwd=73TohBZIWrHi30sucYicUKHO4jeUYA.1
AGENDA
1. Welcome and Introductions [11:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.]
a. Gabrielle Thompson, Aging and Wellness Services Coordinator
2. Upcoming Aging and Wellness Services Programming [11:10 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.]
a. The Golden Voices of Hyattsville Oral History Project
b. Movie Mondays – Greenbelt Cinema Funding
c. Hyattsville Is Home Art Class Series – Fall Series Begins September 15
d. Seniors on the Go! Laurel Dutch Market, September 17
e. Care Partner Support Group, September 18
f. CPR/AED Training with Certification, September 21
g. Bilingual Digital Literacy Series – Fall Series Begins October 7 (TBD)
3. Key Updates [11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.]
a. Community Services Case Manager
b. International Summer Jam, Heurich Park, September 18, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
c. Hyattsville Aging in Place (HAP) Upcoming Activities
4. Other Business and Announcements [12:15 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.]
a. Upcoming Age-Friendly Work Group Meeting
• Friday, September 25, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Prangley Room (2nd Floor)
5. Adjournment [12:30 p.m.]
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 19:00
Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee
Committee reviews Thrive Grant application and proposes Speaker Series dates
The Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting to approve previous minutes and review a Thrive Grant application. The agenda includes proposed dates for nutrition, microplastics, and forest bathing events, as well as a follow-up on the Bike Rodeo. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom with a limited public comment period.
- Review of Thrive Grant application and timeline
- Proposed Speaker Series event dates: October 18, November 14, and January 9
- Bike Rodeo follow-up discussion regarding helmets
- Introduction of Jenn Twiford, Committees & Records Coordinator
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Health, Wellness & Recreation Advisory Committee
Agenda
7:00-8:30 PM
August 27, 2026
Meeting will be held via Zoom.
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Public Attendees: All committee meetings are open to the public to observe. For
virtual meetings, there is a Q&A function that allows attendees to post questions or
comments. It is not required that the committee respond to items posted in the Q&A,
nor is it required that committees provide a public comment period during their
meeting whether virtual or in-person. Should committees wish to allow time to hear
public comment, a time will be designated on the agenda.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about
joining the webinar.
1. Amend/Approve minutes from July 23 meeting
2. Introduce Jenn Twiford, Committees & Records Coordinator
3. Speaker Series
a. Events:
i.
Nutrition program proposed date October 18
ii.
Microplastics proposed date January 9
iii.
Forest bathing & bird watching proposed date November 14
b. Bike Rodeo Follow-up / helmets
4. Thrive Grant application review & timeline
5. Public comment – limit 2 minutes per speaker
6. New Business
7. Adjourn
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Supervisors of Election
4310 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville
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City of Hyattsville Youth Advisory Council
Thursday, August 27, 2026: 6 PM
IN PERSON
City of Hyattsville Municipal Building
4310 Gallatin St, Hyattsville, MD 20781
2nd Floor, Prangley Room
AGENDA
Public Attendees: All committee meetings are open to the public to observe. For virtual meetings, there is
a Q&A function that allows attendees to post questions or comments. It is not required that the
committee respond to items posted in the Q&A, nor is it required that committees provide a public
comment period during their meeting whether virtual or in-person. Should committees wish to allow time
to hear public comment, a time will be designated on the agenda.
1) Call to Order
2) Election of Officers
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Chair, Vice Chair, and Recorder
3) Review of Roles (time permitting)
4) Topics of Discussion
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Campaign/Outreach regarding name for new Youth Center on 40th Avenue w/ Communications
Team
o Comm.’s introduction
o Discussion about campaign/outreach process
5) Public Comment (5 minutes)
6) Adjournment
Next Scheduled Meeting: Thursday, September 10, 2026, @ 6:00 pm @ City of Hyattsville Municipal Building
(4310 Gallatin St, Hyattsville, MD 20781)
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 19:00
Race and Equity Task Force
Hyattsville Race & Equity Task Force meets Aug 25
The Race and Equity Task Force is holding a regular meeting with public comment, approval of July minutes, and updates from the Department of Legislative Services, City Council, a documentary screening event, and the Equity Officer. The agenda is mostly procedural updates and reports.
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
- Approval of July minutes
- Department of Legislative Services update by Jennifer Twiford
- City Council meeting updates
- Documentary screening event updates
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City of Hyattsville, Race & Equity Task Force Committee Meeting Agenda
Date: August 25th, 2026, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
There will be time for public comment at the start of this meeting. Participants will each have
up to 3 minutes to provide comments. To provide additional input, email the Race & Equity
Taskforce at Equity@Hyattsville.org
Register in advance for this webinar:
Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jvO7ekLHQwuoQcztP-N-
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7:00 pm - Welcome & Call to Order – Chair Clemonts
7:00 pm - 7:05 pm – Roll Call – Chair Clemonts
7:05 pm - 7:10 pm – Acknowledgement of Guests and Public Comment – Chair Clemonts
7:10 pm – 7:15 pm – Approval of July Minutes– Recorder Medallo
7:15 pm – 7:30 pm – Department of Legislative Services Update – Jennifer Twiford
Committees & Records Coordinator, Department of Legislative Services
7:30pm – 7:45 pm – City Council Meeting Updates– Chair Clemonts
7:45 pm – 8:15 pm – Documentary Screening Event Updates- Recorder Medallo
8:15 pm – 8:25 pm – Equity Officer Update - Liaison Louimarre
8:30 pm – Adjourn Meeting – Chair Clemonts
Race and Equity Task Force Committee Agenda
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 19:00
Educational Facilities Task Force
Hyattsville education panel to review letter to PGCPS board
The Hyattsville Educational Facilities Task Force is meeting to approve past minutes and discuss a letter to the Prince George's County Public Schools Board of Education. Public comment is allowed throughout the meeting.
- Approval of minutes from May 21, 2026
- Discussion of letter to PGCPS Board of Education
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Educational Facilities Committee Agenda
Regular Meeting: Thursday, August 20, 2026, 7:00 pm
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vbioDpp1SP-fV9r5TmFqXw
I. Welcome
II. Approval of Past Minutes: 05/21/2026
III. Letter to the PGCPS BOE
IV. Adjournment
Please note that public comment will be allowed at all points during the meeting.
Questions can be placed in the Q+A section of the Zoom screen and will be answered
either in writing or live. The Educational Facilities Committee strives to make all of our
meetings as open and interactive as possible and questions/comments from the
public are not constrained by time or subject matter.
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 19:15
Board of Supervisors of Election
Hyattsville code compliance committee meets virtually for routine business
The Code Compliance Advisory Committee is holding a routine virtual meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, hear public comment, receive a city staff update, and discuss new business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of July 15, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comment period
- City staff update
- New business discussion
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CITY OF HYATTSVILLE
CODE COMPLIANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
7:15 p.m.
Virtual (Zoom meeting link)
1. Call to order
2. Approval of agenda
3. Approval of July 15, 2026 meeting minutes
4. Public comment
5. City staff update
6. New business
7. Adjournment
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:30
Hyattsville Environment Committee
Hyattsville CERT plans strategic roadmap, recruitment, and community projects
The Hyattsville Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is holding a planning meeting to develop a strategic approach for the next year. They will discuss committee roadmaps, a recruitment plan targeting youth, adults, and seniors, and two community projects: the File of Life Initiative and a Business Outreach Initiative. The meeting is procedural and planning-focused, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled.
- File of Life Initiative targeting five congregate facilities in Hyattsville
- Business Outreach Initiative offering safety training and Narcan training
- Recruitment plan for youth, adults, and seniors
- Committee roadmap development for next 3, 6, 9, and 12 months
- Meeting at Hyattsville City Hall, 4310 Gallatin St, 6:30 PM
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Community Emergency Response Team
Agenda
Date:19 Aug 2026
Location: 4310 Gallatin St, Hyattsville, MD 20781
Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
1. Opening and Welcome
2. Roll Call
3. New Committee and OMA Procedures - Office of the City Clerk (Jen Twiford)
4. Upcoming CERT Trainings and Regional Business
5. CERT Outlook Plan
6. Wrap Up
7. Adjourn
This agenda and meeting content subject to the Maryland Open Meetings Act.
Good morning, Team,
As we continue strengthening our CERT program, we would like us to move forward with a more strategic,
organized, and collaborative approach. Our goal is to ensure that our activities align with the needs of the
City of Hyattsville while increasing member participation and our visibility within the community.
Please plan to attend our upcoming planning meeting:
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Hyattsville City Hall
Your participation is important as we will discuss and develop the following three areas:
1. Committee Plan
Each committee will develop a roadmap identifying priorities, responsibilities, and measurable goals.
Next 3 Months
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Establish committee goals and priorities.
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Confirm committee members, leadership, and responsibilities.
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Identify immediate needs and initiatives.
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Establish a consistent communication and meeting structure.
Next 6 Months
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Implement committee initiatives.
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Evaluate participation a …
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 19:00
Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee
Police Department to present on use of Flock cameras
The Police and Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will meet to review a presentation on the Hyattsville Police Department's use of Flock. The meeting includes a Q&A session and a general department update from Chief Towers.
- Presentation and Q&A on department use of Flock
- Department update from Chief Jarod Towers
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Police and Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
Meeting Logistics Meeting Details Meeting Key Participants
Date: August 12, 2026
Time: 7:00PM - 8:00PM
Location:
ZOOM Virtual Meeting (registration info below)
Committee Members: Chairperson, Taurean Barnwell, Ward 3 Recorder, Ana Chapa, Ward 2 Committee Member, Taylor Wilder, Ward 2 Committee Member, Jerome Brown, Ward Committee Member, Patricia Page, Ward 5 Committee Member, Evan Myers, Ward 2
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Deputy Chief of Police, Laura Lanham Council Member Kelson Nisbett, Ward 5
Please register in advance for this webinar:
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Agenda Topic Lead Description - -
Call to Order Chairperson
● Roll Call of Members: Quorum is 5 members ● Approval of today’s agenda
Public Comments
Public Attendees
Community attendees may address the Committee for up to two minutes/person. The Committee reserves the right to either address those comments and questions, or to defer further discussion to a future meeting or offline follow up.
General Discussion Topics
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Supervisors of Election
Election board to hear ranked-choice voting research update
The Hyattsville Board of Supervisors of Elections is meeting to handle routine business, including public comment, approving minutes, and new business. The main substantive item is a research update on ranked-choice voting (RCV), which the board will discuss.
- Research update on ranked-choice voting (RCV)
- Public comment period
- Approval of meeting minutes
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City of Hyattsville Board of Supervisors of Elections
Tuesday, August 11, 2026: 4 PM
In Person: Multipurpose Room City Building
4310 Gallatin Street
AGENDA
1) Call to Order
2) Public Comment
3) Approval of the Minutes
4) Research Update RCV
5) New business
6) Adjournment
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 19:00
Hyattsville Environment Committee
Hyattsville Environment Committee to discuss waste reduction options for city
The Hyattsville Environment Committee is meeting virtually to conduct routine business, including approving minutes and hearing public comments. The main items are introducing a new committee liaison, planning participation in the County Green Festival, and presenting waste reduction options to the city. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Approval of July minutes
- Public comment period (3 minutes per person)
- Introduction of new Committee Liaison Jenifer Twiford
- County Green Festival participation and promotion
- Presenting waste reduction options to City
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Hyattsville Environment Committee (HEC)
Meeting Agenda
August 11, 2026
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Open to the Public - Zoom Virtual Meeting
Register to attend the virtual meeting via Zoom here:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link and instructions to join the
meeting.
Agenda Items:
INTRO (10 min)
1. Welcome, Committee Roll Call, & Guest Orientation
2. Approval of July minutes
3. Public Comment Period (Comments limited to 3 minutes per person)
NEW BUSINESS (30 min)
4. Meet Jenifer Twiford, new Committee Liaison (10)
5. County Green Festival participation and promotion (20)
OLD BUSINESS (30 min)
6. Presenting waste reduction options to City (30 min)
OTHER (15 min)
7. Any Other Business
8. Adjournment
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Virtual Meeting Procedure and Etiquette for Guests
● The Committee chair/city staff will handle audio settings for guests. However, as
a best practice, please keep your audio muted when you are not speaking.
● Please keep other devices (e.g., cell phones, televisions, radios, etc.) silenced
during meetings to minimize audio distractions.
● Please use the “Raise Hand” feature if you would like to speak during the public
comment periods of the meeting.
● The City does not enable the Chat function for guests. Please use the Q&A
function to share questions and comments.
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:00
Ethics Commission
Hyattsville Ethics Commission to review financial disclosures
The Hyattsville Ethics Commission is holding a virtual meeting to approve minutes, review financial disclosures, and discuss new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items detailed.
- Financial Disclosure Review
- Approval of Minutes
- New Business
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City of Hyattsville Ethics Commission
Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
VIRTUAL MEETING
AGENDA
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1) Call to Order
2) Approval of Minutes
3) Financial Disclosure Review
4) New Business
5) Adjournment
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 19:30
Shade Tree Board
Shade Tree Board to discuss tree ordinance, heritage plan, and merger with Environmental Committee
The Shade Tree Board will discuss several items including a tree ordinance, a heritage tree plan, and a potential merger with the Environmental Committee. They will also review a tree report card checklist and plan outreach for the planting season.
- Discussion of tree ordinance
- Heritage Tree Plan review
- Potential merger with Environmental Committee
- Tree Report Card Checklist distribution
- Staffing for County Green Fest on 10/10/26
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City of Hyattsville Shade Tree Board – August 2026 Agenda
August 5, 2026 at 7:30pm ET via Zoom
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1. Approval of July 2026 Minutes
a. Request for August 2026 Minutes
2. Introduction from new Committees and Records Coordinator
3. Brief report on approved permits, denials, illegal removals – Dawn Taft
4. Old Business
a. Shade Tree Board Opening – John Healy
b. Tree Ordinance – Dawn Taft
c. Distributing Tree Report Card Checklist – Randy Fletcher
d. Heritage Tree Plan – Dawn Taft
e. Potential Shade Tree Board/Environmental Committee Merger –
Councilmembers
5. New Business
a. Planting Season Outreach – John Healy
b. Gator Bag Availability – Dawn Taft
c. Staffing 10/10/26 County Green Fest – John Healy
6. Public Comment
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:30
Common Ownership Community Advisory Commitee
Common Ownership Community Advisory Committee to elect officers
The committee is meeting to introduce members and elect officers, including a Chair, Co-Chair/Vice Chair, and Record Keeper. The body will also discuss its meeting calendar.
- Election of Chair
- Election of Co-Chair/Vice Chair
- Election of Record Keeper
- Review of Committee Calendar
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CITY OF HYATTSVILLE
COMMON OWNERSHIP COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGENDA
AUGUST 3, 20 26
Please join the COCAC meeting at 5:30 p.m. from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
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Passcode: 733383
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1. Introduction of Committee & Guest Members (7:00 PM)
Saswathi Natta Committee Member
Kaitlyn Kyle Committee Member
Leonard Peacock Committee Member
Diasia Ellerbee Committee Member
Zaneeta Daver Committee Member
Mikhail Flom Committee Member
Sharon Saldarriaga Committee Member
Jeff Ulysse Staff Liaison
Hal Metzler Staff Liaison
Joseph Solomon Council Liaison
Kareem Redmond Council Liaison
2. Committee Business
• Election of Officers
o Chair
o Co-Chair/Vice Chair
o Record Keeper
o Committee Calendar
3. Additional Questions & Discussion
4. Adjourn (9:00 PM)
Common Ownership Community Advisory COMMITTEE
2026 MEETING CALENDAR DRAFT
Meetings of the Board are typically held on the firsts Monday of each month at 5:30 PM. Meetings will be
held virtually via Zoom unless otherwise noted on the posted agenda. Additional meetings may be added
or removed per the Committee’s discretion.
Board Contact: cocaccommittee@hyattsville.org
Staff Liaison: Jeff Ulysse, Director of CBDC julysse@hyattsville.org; Hal Metzler, Director of DPW
Monday, September 7th, 2026
Monday, October 5, 2026
Monday, November 2, 2026
Monday, December 7, 2026
Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 18:30
Education Advisory Committee
Education Advisory Committee discusses 2026 backpack drive and college fair
The Education Advisory Committee is meeting to provide updates on the 2026 backpack drive and College/Trade fair. The body will also discuss a Principals' Luncheon and collaboration with the Youth Advisory Council.
- 2026 backpack drive update
- 2026 College/Trade fair update
- Principals' Luncheon discussion
- Youth Advisory Council collaboration
- Fall 2026 priorities and planning
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July 30th, 2026
6:30 PM – 7:30PM
Meeting location:
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Roll Call: Committee members
Michael Angeloni (Ward 5) – Chair
Cynthia Totten (Ward 4)
Vallorie Watson (Ward 1)
Mercy Ogutu (Ward 3)
Jacquelyn Smith (Ward 1)
Danielle Sykes (Ward 5)
Attending Council Liaison
Edouard Haba (Ward 4)
City of Hyattsville
Jazmin Shorts
Call to Order
• Welcome and introduction
• Welcome of Youth Advisory Council attendees
Approval items
• July 20, 2026 meeting agenda
• Approval of June 22, 2026 meeting minutes
Committee Updates:
• 2026 backpack drive
• 2026 College/Trade fair
Discussion Items
• Principals' Luncheon
• Youth Advisory Council collaboration
• Fall 2026 priorities and planning
Committee Member Updates
Other/New Business
Public Comment
Review of Action Items & Next Steps
Next Meeting
• Monday, August 17, 2026
• City Building
Adjourn
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 19:00
Race and Equity Task Force
Task Force reviews council updates and documentary screening discussion
The Hyattsville Race & Equity Task Force will hold a virtual meeting on July 28, 2026. The agenda includes public comment, approval of June minutes, updates from City Council, a discussion of a documentary screening event, and an update from the Equity Officer. No formal decisions are listed; the items are for discussion and information sharing.
- Approval of June minutes
- City Council meeting updates
- Discussion of documentary screening event
- Equity Officer update
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City of Hyattsville, Race & Equity Task Force Committee Meeting Agenda
Date: July 28th, 2026, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
There will be time for public comment at the start of this meeting. Participants will each have
up to 3 minutes to provide comments. To provide additional input, email the Race & Equity
Taskforce at Equity@Hyattsville.org
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7:00 pm - Welcome & Call to Order – Chair Clemonts
7:00 pm - 7:05 pm – Roll Call – Chair Clemonts
7:05 pm - 7:10 pm – Acknowledgement of Guests and Public Comment – Chair Clemonts
7:10 pm – 7:15 pm – Approval of June Minutes– Recorder Medallo
7:15 pm – 7:45 pm – City Council Meeting Updates– Chair Clemonts
7:45 pm – 8:15 pm – Documentary Screening Event Discussion- Recorder Medallo
8:15 pm – 8:25 pm – Equity Officer Update - Liaison Louimarre
8:25pm – 8:30 pm – Adjourn Meeting – Chair Clemonts
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Fri Jul 24, 2026 · 11:00
Age Friendly Work Group
4310 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville
Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 19:00
Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee
Committee to discuss speaker series events and approve June minutes
The Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee will vote on June meeting minutes and discuss upcoming speaker series events including a nutrition program, bike rodeo, microplastics, and neighborhood beautification. The meeting is open for public comment.
- Amend/approve minutes from June 25 meeting
- Nutrition program rescheduled
- Bike rodeo event planning
- Microplastics educational event
- Neighborhood Beautification/Environment Day
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City of Hyattsville
Agenda
7:00-8:30 PM
July 23, 2026
Meeting will be held via Zoom.
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comments. It is not required that the committee respond to items posted in the Q&A,
nor is it required that committees provide a public comment period during their
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1. Amend/Approve minutes from June 25 meeting
2. Speaker Series
a. Events:
i. Nutrition program - New Date
ii. Bike Rodeo
iii. Microplastics
iv. Neighborhood Beautification Day/Environment Day
3. Public comment – limit 2 minutes per speaker
4. New Business
5. Adjourn
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Health, Wellness & Recreation Advisory Committee
Minutes
7:00 – 8:30 PM
July 23, 2026
Attendees: Erica Thomas, Dyann Waugh, Peter Stockus, Rachel Huggins
1. Amend/Approve minutes from June 25 meeting
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Approved minutes from last month at top of the hour by quorum (7:12pm).
2. Speaker Series
a. Events:
i. Nutrition program – New Date
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Dyann checking in with friend who would do a cooking demo for the Oct. 18
date at 2 or 3pm. Dyann will send an email update as a follow-up.
ii. Bike Rodeo
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Peter and Cheri confirm translated flyer is done. Next steps are to share on
social channels within the last week of July. Peter will pick up 100 flyers from
the City building. Councilmember Lee will receive 30 flyers.
iii. Microplastics
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Cheri will put the page up for P-SNAP on the City of Hyattsville website.
Pediatric and emergency medicine are potential topics for volunteer speakers to
select, per Dyann. Potential timeframe is winter (Jan or Feb), with a focus on
microplastics' effects on children and how parents can mitigate exposure. Dyann
will fill out the P-SNAP request form for a virtual presentation. Quorum
recommends 10am on Jan 9, 2027; Cheri to confirm availability with the
Communications team.
iv. Neighborhood Beautification Day/Environment Day
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Forest bathing (for Nov. 14) and bird watching are topics for fall. Erica to reach
out to Dawn about tree replanting and partnering on invasive vine removal. She
will also create the forest bathing flye …
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 19:15
Code Compliance Advisory Board
Final review of snow removal fines memo
The Code Compliance Advisory Board will meet virtually on July 22, 2026, to conduct a final review and approval of a snow removal fines memo. The board will also discuss collaboration with the Race and Equity Task Force and receive updates from city staff and council.
- Final review and approval of snow removal fines memo
- Discussion on collaboration with Race and Equity Task Force
- City staff update
- Council update
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✓ Decided: Committee recommends $100/$200 snow removal fines for individuals
The Code Compliance Advisory Committee approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes, then discussed several code-related items. The committee voted to recommend that the City Council amend Chapter 105 to set snow removal fines for individuals at $100 for a first offense and $200 for subsequent offenses, while keeping current fines for businesses and multifamily properties. The committee also discussed a pending vacant property registration ordinance, ADU policy updates, grass length fine alignment, and short-term rental definitions, but took no formal action on these items.
- Approved agenda for July 22, 2026 meeting
- Approved minutes from April 15, 2026 meeting
- Recommended amending Chapter 105 to set snow removal fines at $100 first offense / $200 subsequent for individuals
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CODE COMPLIANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE HYATTSVILLE, MARYLAND
Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
7:15 p.m.
Virtual link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/
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1. Call to order and roll call
2. Approval of agenda
3. Approval of April 15, 2026 meeting minutes
4. Public comment
5. City staff update
6. Council update
7. Snow removal fines memo (final review and approval)
8. Collaboration with Race and Equity Task Force (discussion)
9. New business
10. Adjournment
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Hyattsville Code Compliance Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes 7.22.26
Members:
Name
Title
Status
Michael Bonds
Chair
Present
Arinee Flurry
Vice Chair
Stacy Dennery
Recorder
Present
Juan Pablo (JP) Madrid
Member
Susan Zahran
Member
Present
Gloria Felix-Thompson
Member
Present
CJ Reading
Code Compliance Staff Liaison
Present
Jeff Ulysse
Director of Community, Business, and
Econ Dev
Hal Metzler
Code Compliance Staff Liaison
Dealon LaCroix
CAO Rep for Hyattsville Public Works
Gopi Dhokai
Council Member Liaison Ward 3
Present
Topics Discussed:
1. Roll Call taken.
2. Agenda is approved by the Committee.
3. Minutes for the prior meeting (April 15, 2026) are approved.
4. Comments from the public:
o
Nelson Moses: Sitting in to listen. No comments
5. Code Compliance Updates from City’s Staff Liaison:
o
City Council drafted legislation for a ordinance to register vacant
properties, which is currently with the City attorney. It will come to this
committee for comments. Purpose: All vacant commercial spaces
would have to register after X days being vacant. This will impact the
Code team, as they will have to ensure that they are registered and
meeting the commercial property standards; the legislation should also
motivate businesses to fill the remaining vacant spots.
Currently ~90 vacant properties in the City.
Some council members would also like to see residential
vacancy legislation, but that is harder to prove (not a current
proposed legislation).
o
Accessory Dwell …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 19:30
Planning Committee
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:30
Education Advisory Committee
Education Advisory Committee discusses 2026 student support events
The Education Advisory Committee is meeting to coordinate upcoming student resources and planning. The body will discuss the 2026 backpack drive and college/trade fair, as well as collaboration with the Youth Advisory Council.
- 2026 backpack drive
- 2026 College/Trade fair
- Principals' Luncheon
- Fall 2026 priorities and planning
- Youth Advisory Council collaboration
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City of Hyattsville Education Advisory Committee Minutes
July 20, 2026
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
M
eeting location: Virtual. Click the link to Register.
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R
oll Call: Committee members
Michael Angeloni (Ward 5) – Chair
Cynthia Totten (Ward 4)
Vallorie Watson (Ward 1)
Mercy Ogutu (Ward 3)
Jacquelyn Smith (Ward 1)
Danielle Sykes (Ward 5)
A
ttending Council Liaison
Edouard Haba (Ward 4)
Ci
ty of Hyattsville
Jazmin Shorts
C
all to Order
• Welcome and introduction
• Welcome of Youth Advisory Council attendees
A
pproval items
• July 20, 2026 Meeting Agenda
• Approval of June 22, 2026 Meeting Minutes
C
ommittee Updates:
• 2026 backpack drive
• 2026 College/Trade fair
Discussion Items
• Principals' Luncheon
• Youth Advisory Council collaboration
• Fall 2026 priorities and planning
Committee Member Updates
Other/New Business
Public Comment
Review of Action Items & Next Steps
Next Meeting
• Monday, August 17, 2026
• City Building
Adjourn
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 19:00
Educational Facilities Task Force
Educational Facilities Committee to discuss letter to PGCPS Board of Education
The Educational Facilities Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss a letter addressed to the PGCPS Board of Education.
- Approval of May 21, 2026 minutes
- Discussion of letter to the PGCPS BOE
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Educational Facilities Committee Agenda
Regular Meeting: Thursday, July 16, 2026, 7:00 pm
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I. Welcome
II. Approval of Past Minutes: 05/21/2026
III. Letter to the PGCPS BOE
IV. Adjournment
Please note that public comment will be allowed at all points during the meeting.
Questions can be placed in the Q+A section of the Zoom screen and will be answered
either in writing or live. The Educational Facilities Committee strives to make all of our
meetings as open and interactive as possible and questions/comments from the public
are not constrained by time or subject matter.
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 19:15
Board of Supervisors of Election
Hyattsville Election Board meets to review snow removal fines
The Board of Supervisors of Election will hold a virtual meeting to approve the April 15, 2026 minutes and conduct a final review of snow removal fines. The agenda includes a discussion on collaboration with the Race and Equity Task Force.
- Approval of April 15, 2026 meeting minutes
- Snow removal fines memo (final review and approval)
- Discussion on collaboration with Race and Equity Task Force
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CODE COMPLIANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
HYATTSVILLE, MARYLAND
Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
7:15 p.m.
Virtual (Zoom meeting link)
1. Call to order and roll call
2. Approval of agenda
3. Approval of April 15, 2026 meeting minutes
4. Public comment
5. City staff update
6. Council update
7. Snow removal fines memo (final review and approval)
8. Collaboration with Race and Equity Task Force (discussion)
9. New business
10. Adjournment
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 19:00
Hyattsville Environment Committee
Committee will discuss waste‑reduction options for the city’s DPW
The Hyattsville Environment Committee will review waste‑reduction options for the Department of Public Works as a follow‑up to prior action items. It will also consider ideas to increase resident participation in the city’s environmental programs. Additional discussion will cover a possible table at the Summer Jam event and an announcement about the Prince George’s County Climate Stewards Academy.
- Waste Reduction options for DPW/City consideration
- Brainstorming ways to increase resident participation in environmental programs
- Discussing a table at the Summer Jam event (materials needed)
- Announcement of Prince George’s County Climate Stewards Academy (application deadline July 20, 2026)
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Hyattsville Environment Committee (HEC)
Meeting Agenda
July 14, 2026
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Open to the Public - Zoom Virtual Meeting
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Agenda Items:
INTRO (10 min)
1. Welcome, Committee Roll Call, & Guest Orientation
2. Approval of June minutes
3. Welcome new member Jimmy McClellan!
4. Public Comment Period (Comments limited to 3 minutes per person)
OLD BUSINESS (20 min+)
5. Waste Reduction options for DPW/City consideration - follow up on action items
(15 min)
NEW BUSINESS (30 min+)
6. increasing resident participation in Hyattsville's environmental programs.
(Thaddeus) (20 min)
a. If Dawn has a list of programs that could use more engagement, we could
brainstorm new ideas to consider. Some of the other municipalities in our
state have been increasing engagement through approaches such as
having residents adopt a specific plant to be responsible for in the food
forests.
7. Tabling at Summer Jam? (10 min)
a. Materials needed?
OTHER (15 min)
8. Any Other Business
9. Announcements
a. Prince George’s County Climate Stewards Academy
i. Train and empower citizens to be community climate champions
ii. Application Deadline July 20th, 2026
10. Adjournment
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 17:00
Ethics Commission
Hyattsville Ethics Commission to review financial disclosures
The Hyattsville Ethics Commission will hold a virtual meeting to approve previous minutes and review financial disclosures. The session will also include new business.
- Approval of minutes
- Financial disclosure review
- New business discussion
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✓ Decided: Ethics Commission accepts Haba disclosure, flags Nisbett's filing
The Hyattsville Ethics Commission approved the June 9, 2026 meeting minutes and reviewed annual financial disclosures for 2025. Councilmember Haba's form was accepted as submitted, while Councilmember Nisbett's disclosure raised concerns about his name on the cover sheet, an incomplete Schedule A address, and the Schedule B filing; the Clerk's Office will follow up. No new business was presented, and the meeting adjourned at 5:19 p.m.
- Approved June 9, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Accepted Councilmember Haba's 2025 financial disclosure as submitted
- Flagged concerns in Councilmember Nisbett's 2025 disclosure; Clerk's Office to follow up
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City of Hyattsville Ethics Commission
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
VIRTUAL MEETING
AGENDA
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1) Call to Order
2) Approval of Minutes
3) Financial Disclosure Review
4) New Business
5) Adjournment
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City of Hyattsville Ethics Commission
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 5:00 p.m.
VIRTUAL MEETING MINUTES
In attendance: Octavia Clapp, T. Carter Ross (recordkeeper), Katie Siemon, David Sip (Acting Chair). Staff:
Deputy City Clerk Quianna Taylor. Regrets: Michael Horlick (chair).
1. A quorum was noted and the meeting called to order at 5:02 p.m. by David Sip, who was acting as
chair in the absence of Chair Horlick.
2. Prior Meeting Minutes
Minutes for the meeting of June 9, 2026, were approved on a voice vote.
3. Financial Disclosure Review
The Commission reviewed the annual financial disclosures of city elected officials covering the year
2025, as required under state ethics rules. The forms for Councilmember Haba (Ward 4) were
accepted as submitted.
The Commission discussed the disclosure from Councilmember Nisbett (Ward 5) and noted several
concerns regarding his name on the cover sheet, the incomplete address of Schedule A and the
Schedule B filing. The Clerk’s Office will follow up with the councilmember regarding the concerns.
4. New Business
No new business was presented.
5. Adjournment
Absent an unanticipated need, the next Ethics Commission meeting will be held virtually at 5 p.m.
on August 11, 2026.
There being no further business, Acting Chair Sip adjourned the meeting at 5:19 p.m. on a voice
vote.
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to hear presentation on refunding bonds for University Town Center
The City Council will hold a regular meeting to receive a presentation regarding Resolution 2026-02. This resolution concerns the issuance of refunding bonds for the University Town Center Special Taxing District (UTC).
- Presentation of Resolution 2026-02: Issuance of Refunding Bonds for the University Town Center Special Taxing District (UTC)
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City of Hyattsville Page 1 of 4 Monday, July 13, 2026
City of Hyattsville
Hyattsville Municipal Building
4310 Gallatin Street, 3rd Floor
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 985-5000
www.hyattsville.org
Agenda Regular Meeting
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Monday, July 13, 2026
6:30 PM
Virtual
CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING
Robert S. Croslin, Mayor
Joseph Solomon, Council President, Ward 5
Kareem Redmond, Council Vice President, Ward 3
Joanne Waszczak, Ward 1
Greg Barnes, Ward 1
Danny Schaible, Ward 2
Emily Strab, Ward 2
Gopi Dhokai, Ward 3
Edouard Haba, Ward 4
Michelle Lee, Ward 4
Kelson Nisbett, Ward 5
ADMINISTRATION
Tracey E. Douglas, City Administrator
Nate Groenendyk, City Clerk, 301-985-5001, cityclerk@hyattsville.org
City Council Agenda Regular Meeting July 13, 2026
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Your participation at this public meeting is valued and appreciated.
AGENDA/PACKET: The Agenda/Packet is available for review at the Hyattsville Municipal Building and
online at www.hyattsville.org prior to the scheduled meeting (generally available no later than the Friday
prior to the scheduled Monday meeting). Please note, times given for agenda items are estimates only.
Matters other than those indicated on the agenda may also be considered at Council discretion.
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider PILOT request for Sanctuary at Hyattsville Crossing
The City Council will discuss a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) request for the Sanctuary at Hyattsville Crossing. The body will also vote on several FY27 service contracts and grant appropriations.
- Presentation regarding a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) request for Pennrose - Sanctuary at Hyattsville Crossing
- Contract with Northstar Tutoring for youth services not to exceed $80,000
- Expenditure for Professional Lawn Maintenance Services (PLMS) not to exceed $146,000
- Expenditure for Environmental Quality Resources (EQR) stormwater maintenance not to exceed $97,000
- Variance application for 3000 Jamestown Rd regarding lot area and yard depth
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City of Hyattsville
Hyattsville Municipal Building
4310 Gallatin Street, 3rd Floor
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 985-5000
www.hyattsville.org
Agenda Regular Meeting
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Monday, July 13, 2026
7:00 PM
Virtual
CITY COUNCIL
Robert S. Croslin, Mayor
Joseph Solomon, Council President, Ward 5
Kareem Redmond, Council Vice President, Ward 3
Joanne Waszczak, Ward 1
Greg Barnes, Ward 1
Danny Schaible, Ward 2
Emily Strab, Ward 2
Gopi Dhokai, Ward 3
Edouard Haba, Ward 4
Michelle Lee, Ward 4
Kelson Nisbett, Ward 5
ADMINISTRATION
Tracey E. Douglas, City Administrator
Nate Groenendyk, City Clerk, 301-985-5001, cityclerk@hyattsville.org
City Council Agenda Regular Meeting July 13, 2026
City of Hyattsville Page 2 of 10 Monday, July 13, 2026
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Your participation at this public meeting is valued and appreciated.
AGENDA/PACKET: The Agenda/Packet is available for review at the Hyattsville Municipal Building and
online at www.hyattsville.org prior to the scheduled meeting (generally available no later than the Friday
prior to the scheduled Monday meeting). Please note, times given for agenda items are estimates only.
Matters other than those indicated on the agenda may also be considered at Council discretion.
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 19:00
Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee
Hyattsville police advisory panel to discuss Flock cameras, immigration strategy
The Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will meet virtually to discuss final recommendations on a communications strategy for immigration resources, an update on committee membership, and a discussion on Flock camera systems. The meeting includes public comments and a police department update from Chief Towers. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.
- Share final recommendations on communications strategy for immigration resources
- Update on committee membership
- Discussion on Flock camera systems
- Police Department Update from Chief Towers
- Public comments allowed
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Police and Public Safety Citizens’ Advisory Committee | General Meeting Agenda
Police and Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
Meeting Logistics
Meeting Details Meeting Key Participants
Date: July 8, 2026
Time: 7:00PM - 8:00PM
Location: ZOOM Virtual Meeting (registration
info below)
Committee Members:
Chairperson, Taurean Barnwell, Ward 3
Recorder, Ana Chapa, Ward 2
Committee Member, Julia Dezelski, Ward 1
Committee Member, Taylor Wilder, Ward 2
Committee Member, Jerome Brown, Ward 5
Committee Member, Patricia Page, Ward 5
Committee Member, Evan Myers, Ward 2
Council/Liaison:
Chief of Police, Jarod Towers
Deputy Chief of Police, Laura Lanham
Council Member Kelson Nisbett, Ward 5
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Topic Lead Description - -
Call to Order Chairperson Roll Call of Members: Quorum is 5 members
Approval of today’s agenda
Public Comments Public
Attendees
Community attendees may address the Committee for
up to two minutes/person. The Committee reserves the
right to either address those comments and questions,
or to defer further discussion to a future meeting or
offline follow up.
General Discussion Topics
Share final recommendations on communications
strategy for immigration resources (10-15 minutes)
Update on committee membership (15-20 mi …
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Supervisors of Election
Board will discuss routine agenda items including minutes and RCV update
The Hyattsville Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting on July 7, 2026 at 4 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room of City Building, 4310 Gallatin Street. The agenda includes a call to order, public comment, approval of the minutes, a research update on ranked‑choice voting, and new business. No specific actions or decisions are detailed in the agenda.
- Call to Order
- Public Comment
- Approval of the Minutes
- Research Update on RCV
- New Business
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✓ Decided: Hyattsville election board advances RCV research, no decisions made
The Board of Supervisors of Elections met and heard public comment supporting ranked-choice voting (RCV), with some speakers preferring Condorcet methods. The board discussed RCV research, approved the previous meeting's minutes unanimously, and set action items for further study, but made no substantive decisions.
- Approved meeting minutes unanimously
- Set action item to research plurality vs. majority winners in Takoma Park and comparable cities
- Set action item to circulate an example RCV ballot
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City of Hyattsville Board of Supervisors of Elections
Tuesday, July 7, 2026: 4 PM
In Person: Multipurpose Room City Building
4310 Gallatin Street
AGENDA
1) Call to Order
2) Public Comment
3) Approval of the Minutes
4) Research Update RCV
5) New business
6) Adjournment
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City of Hyattsville Board of Supervisors of Elections
Tuesday, July 7, 2026: 4pm
In Person: Multipurpose Room City Building
4310 Gallatin Street
Attendees:
•
Staff: Nate Groenendyk
•
BOSE: Zach Peters, Erin Payne, Lisa Pineda, Greta Mosher, Nicole Konigkramer
•
Public Comment: Malik Ferguson (RCV Supporter), Dan Broder (RCV Supporter –
Lead Organizer for RCV MD in Hyattsville), Mike Bonds (RCV Supporter); Octavia
Clapp (RCV Supporter)
1. Call to Order – 4:06pm
2. Public Comment
a. Malik Ferguson (Ward 3) - Reiterates support for RCV; prefers Condorcet
voting over Instant Runoff; shared Univ of Chicago study on Condorcet voting
– can share details as needed
b. Dan Broder (Ward 2) – town/community rep for RCV MD – mentioned the
results of June 23 primaries in MD – lots of multi-candidate races that were
decided by plurality. If we can show that there is significant support for RCV
at a local level, this could include state/county leaders to adopt it as well
c. Mike Bonds – RCV supporter; thinks any system is better than current system
right now; supports a proportional system
d. Octavia Clapp – Pro-Condorcet voting; Canvassed in their building before the
primary election and saw some results for additional people who turned out
for the primary; would love to be involved for city elections – assist with
canvassing.
3. Approval of Minutes - Greta – Move; Nicola – second; Unanimous approval
4. Research Update RCV
a. Nicola worked on framework in or …
Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 19:30
Shade Tree Board
Shade Tree Board to discuss permits, tree planting, and potential committee merger
The Shade Tree Board will approve June minutes and review permits and illegal tree removals. The board will also discuss finalizing a tree report card, a heritage tree plan, and a potential merger with the Environmental Committee.
- Review of approved permits, denials, and illegal tree removals
- Discussion of a heritage tree plan
- Consideration of a potential merger with the Environmental Committee
- Planning for fall replacement tree planting
- Staffing plans for fall events
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City of Hyattsville Shade Tree Board – July 2026 Agenda
July 1, 2026 at 7:30pm ET via Zoom
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1. Approval of June 2026 Minutes
a. Request for July 2026 Minutes
2. Brief report on approved permits, denials, illegal removals – Dawn Taft
3. Old Business
a. Shade Tree Board Opening – John Healy
b. Finalize Tree Report Card Checklist – Randy Fletcher
i. Proposed Communication Team Edits
c. Heritage Tree Plan – Dawn Taft
d. Fall Replacement Tree Planting – John Healy
e. Potential Shade Tree Board/Environmental Committee Merger –
Councilmembers
4. New Business
a. Staffing Fall Events – John Healy
5. Public Comment
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 127 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Prince George's County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities2 (2 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments16,350 (276,055 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,314/mo (199 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy29.5% (low numeracy 44% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$27.8M
Spending$21.8M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$1.8M
Debt-to-revenue0.07×
Debt-load index14 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the
research explorer.
Meeting archives
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