Hyattsville public meetings in 2023

Educational Facilities Task Force

The task force will receive an update regarding Hyattsville Elementary School from the PGCPS and HES Development Team. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 16, 2023.

• Hyattsville Elementary School update from PGCPS and HES Development Team
• Approval of November 16, 2023, meeting minutes

Race and Equity Task Force

The Race and Equity Task Force will meet to conduct a work session regarding updates to the city's equity plan. The meeting includes a review of previous minutes and a look at upcoming agenda items.

City Council

The City Council is considering a $1.65 million road and sidewalk project in the Landhart neighborhood. They are also reviewing a preliminary plan for townhomes at 5715 Ager Road and discussing the allocation of ARPA funds.

• $1,650,000 for Landhart Neighborhood road reconstruction and traffic calming
• Preliminary Plan of Subdivision for Ager Road Townhomes at 5715 Ager Road
• $650,000 for Police Communications Center via ARPA funds
• $30,000 for Hyattsville Business Vandalism Fund via ARPA funds
• $1,000 donation from Toyota of Bowie for holiday meals

Age Friendly Work Group

The work group will discuss the FY24 Healthy Aging Grant and various age-friendly programming. The meeting includes updates on senior services, wellness activities, and regional awareness initiatives.

• FY24 Healthy Aging Grant discussion including caregiver support and digital literacy
• AARP Driver Safety Course and Multigenerational Bake Off programming
• Falls Prevention + Home Safety Workshop
• Hyattsville Aging in Place (HAP) updates
• Rising Homelessness among Older Adults regional awareness initiative

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council will meet to discuss the importance of Narcan training for youth. The council will also discuss school security, safety, and lockdown procedures.

• Discussion about Narcan training with youth
• Discussion about school security, safety, and lockdown procedures

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous speaker series events and discuss upcoming topics including self-defense, men's health, and parenting skills. Members will also review answers from Thrive Grant applicants.

• Follow-up on December 9 cooking class
• Follow-up on December 2 forestbathing session
• Discussion of upcoming speaker series topics
• Review of Thrive Grant applicant answers

Race and Equity Task Force

The Race and Equity Task Force will meet to review the adoption of previous meeting minutes. The primary focus of the meeting is a work session regarding updates to the Equity Plan.

• Adoption of November Meeting Minutes
• Equity Plan Updates Work Session

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss Delegate Healey’s proposed bill for automatic enforcement devices and crossing guard positions in PG County. Chief of Police Jarod Towers will provide updates on hiring, crime reports, and progress on the police headquarters.

• Discussion of Delegate Healey’s proposed bill for automatic enforcement devices
• Updates on HVL Police Department hiring and crime reports
• Progress update on police headquarters
• Discussion regarding crossing guard positions in PG County

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The committee will discuss the development of a Hyattsville Climate Action Plan and how to leverage Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments resources. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Suffrage Point and a workshop for homeowners.

• Development of a Hyattsville Climate Action Plan
• Leveraging Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments resources
• Suffrage Point discussion
• Creative Thinking Workshop for Homeowners

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will hear a presentation regarding the Hok Subdivision preliminary plan. The project involves townhome development at 5713-5715 Ager Road.

• Ager Road Townhomes (Hok Subdivision) PPS 2022-030 presentation
• Development of 5713-5715 Ager Road

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will review permit reports and an update on ARPA-funded tree canopy restoration. The meeting also includes discussions regarding proposed revisions to Chapter 112 and its corresponding permit application.

• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
• Update on ARPA funded tree canopy restoration effort
• Proposed revisions to Chapter 112
• Revision of permit application

Planning Committee

The Hyattsville Planning Committee will review a presentation for the Ager Road Townhomes project. The committee also intends to approve the November 7, 2023 minutes and the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Presentation of Ager Road Townhomes (Hok Subdivision) PPS 2022-030
• Approval of November 7, 2023, committee minutes
• Approval of the 2024 committee calendar

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will discuss proposed legislation regarding the process for filling Mayor and Council vacancies. The agenda also includes an update on annual campaign finance reports and a review of the 2025 election budget.

• Update on Annual Campaign Finance Reports
• Discussion on Proposed Election Legislation for Mayor & Council Vacancies
• 2025 Election Budget
• Board of Elections Rules and Regulations Update

City Council

The City Council is considering a new ordinance to regulate annual rental price increases and establish a rental registry. Other agenda items include approving several public works contracts, playground equipment for King Park, and police vehicle purchases.

• Hyattsville Rent Stabilization Ordinance proposal
• $480,000 for King Park playground equipment purchase
• $108,000 for Oliver Alley Project design
• $40,000 for a police vehicle from Ourisman Cars
• $35,000 for leaf collection services via Professional Lawn Maintenance Service

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve the October 11, 2023, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a tour of the Police Department Communications Division led by Chief Jarod Towers.

• Approval of October 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Tour of the Police Department Communications Division

Race and Equity Task Force

The task force will hear presentations and discussions from Story Tapestries and Aunties Home. The committee will also review the 2024 meeting calendar and conduct an equity plan updates work session.

• Story Tapestries presentation and discussion
• Aunties Home presentation and discussion
• Approval of 2024 RETF Meeting Calendar
• Equity Plan Updates Work Session

Education Advisory Committee

The committee met to discuss several educational initiatives, including a potential city-wide back-to-school event. Members also received updates regarding the 2024 Educational Committee Grant Program and various school programs.

• Proposed letter to institutionalize city-wide back-to-school event
• Update on 2024 Educational Committee Grant Program
• Discussion of mental health school practitioners
• After school program update
• Student youth advisory program discussion

City Council

The City Council will vote on several procurement items, including police equipment and street safety improvements. The meeting also includes the adoption of FY24 legislative priorities and a discussion regarding the ARPA spending plan. A presentation on the Ager Road Townhomes subdivision is also scheduled.

• $110,000 for pedestrian safety improvements on Nicholson Street
• $15,865 purchase of OSCR360 Camera from L-Tron Corporation
• $15,745 purchase of Cellebrite
• Daycare center special exception request at 7207 Hitching Post Lane
• Adoption of FY24 legislative and bond bill priorities

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review the September meeting minutes and discuss several topics for a speaker series. Members will also review answers from applicants regarding the Thrive Grant.

• Speaker Series: Forestbathing scheduled for December 2
• Speaker Series: Cooking class date change
• Speaker Series: Men’s Health planned for June
• Review of Thrive Grant applicant answers

Educational Facilities Task Force

The task force will review timing and the current ENA process for the new Hyattsville Elementary School. Members will also view initial renderings of the school project.

• Hyattsville Elementary School update including timing and ENA process
• Review of initial renderings for the new Hyattsville Elementary School
• Approval of 2024 meeting calendar

Race and Equity Task Force

The committee will meet to adopt the September and October meeting minutes. The primary focus of the meeting is an equity plan work session.

• Adoption of September and October Meeting Minutes
• Equity Plan Work Session

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The committee will review the October meeting minutes and host a public comment period. Discussions include decarbonization efforts and updates regarding invasive species removal.

• Decarbonization efforts of Metropolitan Washington Coalition of Governments
• Highlights from Prince George’s County Green Summit
• Invasive removal/goat update and future trainings

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will review outstanding 2023 annual campaign finance reports. The meeting also includes an item regarding the use of discretionary funds.

• Outstanding 2023 Annual Campaign Finance Reports
• Use of Discretionary Funds

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the reasons for an illuminated crosswalk at Northwestern High School.

• Presentation of reasons for illuminated crosswalk at Northwestern HS

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will review the October 11, 2023 meeting minutes and discuss unfinished business. Chief of Police Jarod Towers will provide updates regarding an increase in carjackings and criminal activities in Hyattsville.

• Police Department updates on carjacking and criminal activity

Planning Committee

The committee will review a presentation regarding the Library Apartments development. Members will also discuss a parking lot proposal for St. Mary Church and the upcoming holiday shopping campaign. The meeting includes approval of previous meeting minutes and the 2024 committee calendar.

• Presentation on Library Apartments DSP 01002-04
• Proposed parking lot expansion at 3705 Longfellow St
• Approval of May 16 and September 19, 2023, meeting minutes
• Holiday Shopping Campaign (Love Local) updates

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will discuss proposed election legislation and review the 2025 election budget. The meeting also includes an update on annual campaign finance reports.

• Update on Annual Campaign Finance Reports
• Discussion on Proposed Election Legislation
• 2025 Election Budget

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed ordinance to regulate annual rental price increases in Hyattsville. The agenda also includes presentations on the Library Apartments redevelopment and "The Spot" redesign concept plan. Additionally, the Council will consider several police department grants and vehicle purchases.

• Proposed rent stabilization ordinance regulating annual rental price increases
• Purchase of two Chevrolet Tahoe pursuit vehicles for $93,751.97
• $100,000 grant for evidence lab equipment upgrades
• $109,000 grant for police de-escalation training simulator
• Detailed Site Plan presentation for 3325 Toledo Road Garage redevelopment

Age Friendly Work Group

The work group is reviewing FY24 age-friendly programming and upcoming community workshops. The meeting includes presentations on nutrition and planning for multigenerational events. Members will also receive updates on senior services and grant opportunities.

• Caregiving Workshop (Nov 20) and AARP Driver Safety Course (Dec 11)
• Multigenerational Bake Off with Hyattsville Teen Center
• 2023 Enhanced Mobility Program Grant Solicitation
• FY24 Healthy Aging Grant Opportunity
• Regional awareness initiative for homelessness among older adults

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee will meet virtually to approve minutes, discuss upcoming speaker series events (cooking class, forest bathing, self-defense, men's health, parenting skills), and review Thrive Grant applications. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker.

• Review Thrive Grant applications
• Cooking class on November 4 at EcoCity Farms
• Forest bathing event planned for November 18 (date/time/location to be confirmed)
• Speaker series includes self-defense, men's health (June), and parenting skills

Race and Equity Task Force

The Race and Equity Task Force is meeting to adopt minutes, receive updates on the Committee Stipend Program and from the Equity Officer, and hold a work session on the Equity Plan presentation. The meeting is largely procedural and planning-focused.

• Adoption of September meeting minutes
• Committee Stipend Program updates
• Equity Officer updates
• Equity Plan presentation work session

Education Advisory Committee

The Hyattsville Education Advisory Committee will vote on a letter to the Council regarding funding for its Back to School event. The meeting includes status reports on the Educational Committee Grant Program, teacher recruitment for middle schools, and updates on youth center and fall programs. The agenda also covers preparation for a meeting with Hyattsville School principals.

• Vote to approve letter to Council for Back to School event funding
• Status report on Educational Committee Grant Program
• Middle school teacher recruitment status update
• Updates on Youth Center and Youth Fall Program
• Preparation for meeting with Hyattsville School principals

Code Compliance Advisory Board

The committee will receive an update on code issues from staff liaison Joe Brewer. The meeting also includes a status update on proposed revisions to Chapter 113 and a discussion regarding urban farming.

• Approval of August and September meeting minutes
• Update on code issues
• Status of proposed Chapter 113 revisions
• Discussion regarding urban farming

Youth Advisory Council

The council will elect a Chair and Recordkeeper and review meeting procedures. Discussion topics include drug and vape usage in the youth population, school bus delays, and crosswalk safety.

• Election of Chair and Recordkeeper
• Discussion on drug and vape usage among youth
• Discussion on late school bus arrivals
• Discussion on increasing crosswalks

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss city website accuracy, the Multimodal Design Toolkit, and a letter supporting ARPA funds for fire equipment. The Hyattsville Police Department will provide updates on crime prevention activities and progress on the new police headquarters.

• Review of Multimodal Design Toolkit progress
• Status check on draft letter for fire chief's ARPA equipment funding request
• Updates on focused crime prevention activities regarding armed robbery and car-jackings
• Update on the new Police Department headquarters

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The Hyattsville Environment Committee will discuss updates regarding a carbon neutrality goal and the Prince George’s County Green Summit. The meeting also includes reviews of the Committee Stipend Program Survey and the Urban Agriculture Initiative.

• Committee Stipend Program Survey Update
• Prince George’s County Green Summit Updates
• Carbon neutrality goal updates
• Code Compliance Committee Urban Agriculture Initiative
• Invasive Removals Outings with Council Members

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will review the September 2023 minutes and receive a report on permits, denials, and illegal removals. The board will also discuss proposed revisions to Chapter 112.

• Review of approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
• Proposed revisions to Chapter 112

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several administrative items, including proclamations and special use agreements for local events. The agenda includes authorizations for window replacements at the City Administration Building and the purchase of new public works vehicles. Additionally, the Council will consider a request to delay a Planning Board hearing regarding Suffrage Point.

• $285,000 maximum expenditure for window replacement at City Administration Building using ARPA funds
• Purchase of an E-Transit Cargo Van (up to $62,000) and a Chevrolet Silverado (up to $65,000)
• Authorization to negotiate a land easement with Gilbane Building Company for a digital message board
• Special use agreements for the Hyattsville Elementary School PTA Zombie Run and Route 1 Velo Cyclocross Race
• Request to delay the Planning Board hearing for Suffrage Point until November 2, 2023

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes from August and discuss the upcoming Speaker Series. They are also monitoring the FY24 Thrive Grants application period, which had no applications as of September 21.

• Cooking class scheduled for November 4 at EcoCity Farms
• Proposed forestbathing event for November 18, pending confirmation of details
• Discussion of future speaker series topics including self-defense, men's health, and parenting skills
• FY24 Thrive Grants application period running from September 1 to October 13

Race and Equity Task Force

The committee will vote to adopt the July meeting minutes. The agenda includes a presentation on the Transportation Section and a discussion regarding the timeline for presenting the equity plan to the City Council. The session will also include updates from the Equity Officer.

• Adoption of July meeting minutes
• Transportation Section presentation and discussion
• Discussion of next steps for the equity plan presentation to Council
• Equity Officer updates and discussion

Education Advisory Committee

The committee will review Back to School Night and discuss a letter to council regarding school supplies funding. Members will also address teacher shortages at Hyattsville Middle School and provide updates on youth and teen center programs.

• Review of Back to School Night
• Proposed letter to council for school supplies funding
• 2024 Educational Committee Grant Program timeline
• Discussion of teacher shortages at Hyattsville Middle School
• Updates on youth and teen center programs

Age Friendly Work Group

The Age-Friendly Hyattsville Work Group will review youth programs and introduce members. The meeting includes brainstorming sessions for upcoming multigenerational programming opportunities.

• Overview of City of Hyattsville youth programs
• Brainstorming multigenerational programming for Winter 2023 and Spring 2024
• Discussion of collaborative opportunities

Educational Facilities Task Force

The task force will receive updates regarding Hyattsville Middle School and Hyattsville Elementary School. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 15, 2023, meeting.

• Hyattsville Middle School update
• Hyattsville Elementary School update
• Approval of June 15, 2023, minutes

Code Compliance Advisory Board

The committee will review the August meeting minutes and receive updates on code issues from Joe Brewer. Discussions include the status of proposed revisions to Chapter 113 and urban farming.

• Status update on Chapter 113 proposed revisions
• Update on urban farming

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will discuss updates regarding The Spot redesign and the Suffrage Point DSP Remand. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from the May 16, 2023, meeting.

• The Spot Redesign community engagement update
• Suffrage Point DSP Remand Update
• Approval of May 16, 2023, minutes

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will discuss ranked choice voting and potential changes to election legislation regarding vacancies and voter notification mailings. The meeting also includes updates on campaign finance reports and upcoming local election board demonstrations.

• Follow up discussion on Rank Choice Voting
• Update on Annual Campaign Finance Reports
• Proposed changes to election legislation regarding filling vacancies and voter notification mailings
• Equipment demonstration from College Park election board

City Council

The City Council will review a rent stabilization policy analysis and a presentation on King Park remediation. The meeting also includes several committee appointments and various contract approvals.

• Rent Stabilization Policy Analysis presentation
• King Park Remediation and Renovation presentation
• $150,000 work order for Hyattsville Crossing Business Improvement District consulting
• $800,000 ARPA funding for Municipal Building Renovations
• $13,722.50 purchase for Police Department KEYper System upgrade

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The Hyattsville Environment Committee is meeting to discuss environmental updates and goals. The agenda includes updates on the Prince George’s County Green Summit and invasive ivy, as well as discussions regarding a carbon neutrality goal.

• Prince George’s County Green Summit updates
• Invasive Ivy update
• Setting a carbon neutrality goal
• Approval of August meeting minutes

The committee approved the formation of a new sub-committee to help the City of Hyattsville advance a carbon neutrality plan. The group also reviewed updates on invasive ivy removal trainings and the Prince George’s County Green Summit.

• Approved August meeting minutes
• Approved creation of HEC sub-committee for carbon neutrality plan led by James Ball

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will conduct a virtual meeting to review annual reports and financial disclosures. The agenda also includes the annual ethics certification and potential new business.

• Review of Annual Reports
• Review of Financial Disclosures
• Annual Ethics Certification

The Commission accepted five annual reports from candidates with open campaign accounts and reviewed financial disclosures for five elected officials. The body authorized the Chair to sign the annual ethics certification for the State of Maryland. The Commission recommended amending campaign filing paperwork to track interest-bearing accounts.

• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted annual reports for Robert Croslin, Jimmy McClellan, Kareem Redmond, Emily Strab, and Joanne Waszczak
• Authorized Chair Horlick to sign the State of Maryland ethics certification
• Recommended City amend campaign filing paperwork to identify interest-bearing accounts

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will review the July 2023 minutes and receive a report on permits, denials, and illegal removals. The board will also discuss proposed revisions to Chapter 112.

• Approval of July 2023 minutes
• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
• Proposed revisions to Chapter 112

The Board approved the minutes from June and July. Members discussed proposed revisions to Chapter 112 regarding critical root zone protection and legal review of member pay. Staff reported on tree permit approvals and one illegal removal of a black walnut tree.

• Approved June and July meeting minutes
• Proposed adding language to Chapter 112-6A-(1) and 112-4 regarding failure to protect critical root zones per ANSI a300 guidelines

Age Friendly Work Group

The Age-Friendly Hyattsville Work Group is meeting to discuss summer and fall programming. The group will also review updates on senior services and community assistance resources.

• 2023 Age-Friendly Ecosystem Summit (Virtual)
• 2023 Enhanced Mobility Program Grant Solicitation
• Hyattsville Aging in Place updates
• Community assistance resources for home repairs and employment

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review June meeting minutes and discuss community engagement for the “The Spot” reimagining project. Members will also review a committee survey and consider potential FY24 speaker series programs and Thrive Grants.

• Community engagement for “The Spot” reimagining
• HWRAC Committee Survey review
• Potential FY24 speaker series programs
• Thrive Grants FY24

The committee approved increasing the Thrive Grant amount per applicant and updated the grant application window. Members also discussed potential FY24 speaker series programs, including forest bathing and cooking classes.

• Approved June meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Increased Thrive Grants from $500 to $800 per applicant (Unanimous)
• Updated Thrive Grant dates to Sept 1 - Oct 13 (Unanimous)

Code Compliance Advisory Board

The committee will review a City Council presentation regarding proposed revisions to Chapter 113. The meeting also includes updates on code issues and discussions concerning urban farming and debris accumulation regulations.

• Presentation on proposed Chapter 113 revisions
• Discussion of § 65-25 regarding debris and grass or weeds
• Update on urban farming

The committee approved previous meeting minutes and received a presentation on urban farming best practices and county zoning conflicts. Members discussed proposed revisions to Chapter 113 and the need for an equity analysis. Edits to § 65-25 regarding debris and grass growth were placed on hold.

• Approved April and May meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Placed edits to § 65-25 (Accumulation of debris; obnoxious growth of grass or weeds) on hold

City Council

The City Council will vote on several budget amendments and contract approvals. Key items include allocating ARPA funds for various city expenses and purchasing equipment for police vehicles.

• $480,684 purchase of upfitting equipment for police vehicles from Frontline
• Appropriation of $7,535,172 in ARPA funds for FY24 expenditures
• Corridor Investment Program grant awards to multiple local businesses
• $100,000 expenditure for the design of Jamestown Road reconstruction
• $30,000 contract for street sign installation with Shannon-Baum Signs Inc.

The City Council approved the meeting agenda and minutes from several 2021 and 2023 sessions. The Council adopted proclamations for Women's Equality Day and National Black Business Month. Other items, including a traffic calming toolkit and ARPA fund updates, were presented without formal decision.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved minutes for meetings dated Oct 18, 2021, Nov 1, 2021, Nov 15, 2021, Dec 6, 2021, Jan 10, 2022, and Feb 21, 2023
• Adopted proclamation declaring August 26, 2023, as Women’s Equality Day
• Adopted proclamation celebrating August as National Black Business Month

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The Hyattsville Environment Committee will meet to approve July meeting minutes. The committee will also hold discussions regarding the Prince George’s County Green Summit and the Maryland Climate Pathway Report.

• Approval of July meeting minutes
• Prince George’s County Green Summit discussion
• Maryland Climate Pathway Report discussion

The committee approved the July meeting minutes. Members discussed participation in the October 21 Prince George’s County Green Summit and the Maryland Climate Pathway Report.

• Approved July meeting minutes
• Volunteered Janet and Reyya to staff a table at the Green Summit
• Action: Dawn to include DPW ideas in document for HEC to add more by Thursday
• Action: Dawn to recommend City newsletter, social media, and email announcements for the Climate Pathway Report

Age Friendly Work Group

The group is reviewing upcoming age-friendly activities, including multigenerational events and technology workshops. The meeting also covers updates on senior wellness classes and community assistance resources.

• Cookout and Field Day at Driskell Park on August 17
• Fall programming including technology workshops and a health fair
• Back to School Jam on August 26
• Community assistance resources such as water bill assistance

The work group discussed upcoming multigenerational activities, safe driving workshops, and the development of a resident service utilization database. Staff provided updates on a rent stabilization study and a resource guide for immigrants and refugees.

• Scheduled multigenerational trip to American Visionary Art Museum for July 20
• Scheduled Summer Cookout and Field Day at Driskell Park for August 17
• Cancelled June 22 Bladensburg Waterfront Park Boat Tour due to weather
• Moved weekly ZUMBA classes to the City Building for July and August

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review the HWRAC Committee Survey and discuss possible speaker series programs for FY24. The agenda also includes discussion regarding FY24 Thrive Grants and approval of June meeting minutes.

• Review of HWRAC Committee Survey
• Potential FY24 speaker series including forestbathing, self-defense, and men's health
• Discussion of FY24 Thrive Grants
• Approval of June meeting minutes

Race and Equity Task Force

The committee will hear a presentation and participate in a discussion regarding the Affordable Housing Section. Members will also discuss culturally inclusive winter holiday decorations and review city communications design for outreach.

• Affordable Housing Section presentation and discussion
• Discussion of culturally inclusive winter holiday decorations
• Review of City Communications design of collateral for outreach

The Task Force approved the June meeting minutes and received a presentation on housing cost burdens and racial equity. Members discussed strategies for inclusive winter holiday decorations and reviewed outreach collateral designs.

• Approved June meeting minutes

Education Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss plans for Hyattsville Middle School and Hyattsville Elementary School. Members will also review 2024 funding for the Educational Committee Grant Program. Updates regarding youth and teen center programming are scheduled for discussion.

• Hyattsville Middle School opening
• Hyattsville Elementary School plans
• Educational Committee Grant Program & 2024 Funding
• Youth center staffing outcomes update
• Teen center program planning

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council is reviewing several municipal service contracts and appointments. Proposed items include funding for digital message boards, tutoring services, and tree care. The meeting also includes a presentation on policing and cannabis legislation.

• Purchase of new and upgraded digital message boards up to $118,000
• Northstar Tutoring contract for youth programming in the amount of $80,000
• Renewal of Motorola radio communications service agreement for $37,650.24
• Landscaping and alley maintenance contracts with PLMS totaling up to $110,000
• Reappointment of Cynthia Totten to the Education Advisory Committee

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss a request to use ARPA funds for public safety equipment and infrastructure. Members will also receive updates from Police Chief Jarod Towers and discuss preventing vandalism in Hyattsville street art.

• Request to use ARPA funds for public safety equipment and infrastructure
• Feedback on the multimodal design toolkit
• Prevention of vandalism in Hyattsville street art
• Update on the Capital One bank robbery

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The Hyattsville Environment Committee will discuss its strategic goals for 2023 and receive an update on the Electrification and Efficiency community outreach event. The committee will also review input regarding the Maryland Department of Energy Climate Change Program.

• Approval of June meeting minutes
• HEC Strategic goals for 2023
• Electrification and Efficiency community outreach event update
• Maryland Department of Energy - Climate Change Program Input

The committee approved the minutes from the June meeting. Members discussed strategic goals for 2023 and the upcoming Prince Georges County Green Summit on October 21st. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved June meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will hear a presentation on Rank Choice Voting. The board will also conduct an after-action review regarding Election 2023.

• Presentation on Rank Choice Voting
• After Action Review, Election 2023

The Board received a presentation on Ranked Choice Voting and discussed potential implementation requirements, including City Council support and legal counsel input. The Board also conducted an after-action review of the 2023 election. No formal votes were taken during the meeting.

• Tabled approval of minutes for 4/4, 4/19, 5/4, 5/11, and 7/11 until 9/5 meeting

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will discuss proposed revisions to Chapter 112. The agenda includes a report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals by Dawn Taft. The board will also consider approving the June 2023 minutes.

• Proposed revisions to Chapter 112
• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
• Approval of June 2023 minutes

The Board updated Chapter 112 to include a $1,000 fine for each repeat offense of illegal tree removal. The Board also decided to update tree permits to include categories for proposed removal and proposed replacement.

• Added new bullet 112-6 A. (3) B. requiring a $1,000 fine for each repeat offense of illegal tree removal
• Decided to update tree permits to include 'Proposed Removal' and 'Proposed Replacement' categories
• Tabled approval of June 2023 minutes until the August meeting

Race and Equity Task Force

The committee will review presentations regarding the Community Engagement and Jobs sections of the draft equity plan. Members will also discuss next steps and a timeline for revisions to the plan. The meeting includes updates from the Equity Officer.

• Presentation and discussion of Community Engagement Section
• Presentation and discussion of Jobs Section
• Discussion of timeline for revisions to Draft Equity Plan
• Equity Officer updates
• Adoption of May meeting minutes

The Task Force reviewed proposed recommendations for city council regarding community engagement and job equity. Discussions focused on gaps in disaggregated data collection, language access, and the need for a racial equity strategy in hiring. No formal votes were taken on the recommendations during this meeting.

• Proposed pilot program for diverse, inter-generational community ambassadors
• Proposed alignment with Prince George’s County Language Access Compliance Program
• Proposed adoption of a racial equity strategy for the Human Resources Department
• Proposed implementation of a small business retention strategy to attract higher-paying jobs
• Proposed study on providing public Wi-Fi within the city via ARPA spending plan

Ethics Commission

The commission reviewed third campaign finance reports for the 2023 Municipal Elections. Reports for five candidates were accepted, while two candidates were asked to amend their filings. The commission also discussed revisions to loan language on reporting forms.

• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted campaign finance reports for Candidates Croslin, Waszczak, Redmond, Lee, and Solomon
• Requested amended reports from Candidates Schaible and Houck
• Proposed changing 'Original Loan Amount' to 'Outstanding Loan Balance' on Schedule C

Education Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the status of the Educational Committee Grant Program and 2024 funding. Members will also review updates regarding summer program enrollment and teen center planning. The meeting includes a discussion about archiving meeting minutes on the city website.

• Status report on Educational Committee Grant Program & 2024 Funding
• Introduction of Leonard Pavon, Community School Coordinator
• Update on youth center staffing outcomes
• Review of summer program enrollment and planned activities
• Discussion regarding archiving meeting minutes on the city website

The committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members discussed the use of EAC grants for after-school activities and coordinated the creation of an Amazon wish list for school supply donations.

• Approved June 26, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Age Friendly Work Group

The Age-Friendly Hyattsville Work Group will review upcoming summer programming and driver safety workshops. The meeting also covers a rent stabilization study and various senior service updates.

• Rent stabilization study with Enterprise Community Partners
• Summer activities including Anacostia River Boat Tour and Driskell Park cookout
• Regional Transportation Guide discussion
• Food Security Partnership – LovePaws
• Updates on Hyattsville Aging in Place (HAP)

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will approve May meeting minutes and follow up on a Climate Change Webinar. Members will also review the HWRAC Committee Survey and discuss potential speaker series for FY24. The agenda includes discussion of FY24 Thrive Grants.

• Approval of May meeting minutes
• Review of HWRAC Committee Survey
• Potential FY24 speaker series including Forestbathing, Self Defense, and Men’s Health
• Discussion of FY24 Thrive Grants

The committee approved the minutes from the May meeting. Members discussed potential FY24 speaker series topics and reviewed spending updates from three Thrive Grant recipients.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)

Educational Facilities Task Force

The task force will receive updates regarding Hyattsville Elementary School and Hyattsville Middle School. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from May 18, 2023.

• Hyattsville Elementary School update
• Hyattsville Middle School update
• Approval of May 18, 2023 minutes

The task force unanimously approved the minutes from the May 18, 2023 meeting. Jason Washington provided updates on the construction schedules and design specifications for HMS and HES schools.

• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates from Chief Jarod Towers regarding the city budget, personnel, and a new headquarters. Members will also discuss the police department's duty to intervene policy and programming for homelessness and youth engagement.

• Updates on city budget, new headquarters, and personnel
• Discussion of the Police Department's Duty to Intervene Policy
• Programming and support for homelessness and youth engagement
• Planning for a summer orientation session
• Committee Stipend Program discussion

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 10, 2023. The session consisted primarily of discussions regarding police staffing shortages, carjacking strategies, and youth outreach. No new policies or funding measures were decided.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved May 10, 2023, meeting minutes

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The committee will review the May meeting minutes and discuss availability for in-person meetings. Members will also discuss 2023 strategic goals and a community outreach event regarding electrification and efficiency.

• Approval of May meeting minutes
• Discussion of HEC Strategic goals for 2023
• Electrification and Efficiency community outreach event discussion

The committee approved the minutes from the May meeting. Members discussed strategic goals for 2023 and the possibility of hosting an Electrification and Efficiency community outreach event. Staff provided updates on mosquito control, Meadow Day, and invasive vine removal programs.

• Approved May meeting minutes

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will review the May 2023 minutes and receive a report on tree permits, denials, and illegal removals. The board will also consider proposed revisions to Chapter 112.

• Approval of May 2023 minutes
• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals by Dawn Taft
• Proposed revisions to Chapter 112

The Board approved draft revisions to Chapter 112 with provisional changes by staff, which will be sent to legal for city staff approval. The Board also voted to strike language regarding member compensation to align with the current charter and code.

• Approved May 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved tree permits TP23-025, TP23-026, and TP23-027
• Voted unanimously to strike language regarding member compensation
• Approved draft revisions to Chapter 112 with provisional staff changes

City Council

The City Council will discuss the election of new officers and the assignment of committee liaisons. The agenda includes a presentation on the Hyattsville Crossing Business Improvement District Phase III status. Additionally, the Council will consider several appointments to advisory committees.

• Election of Council Officers and Assignment of Committee Liaisons
• Hyattsville Crossing BID Phase III presentation
• Appointment of Stacy Dennery to the Code Compliance Advisory Committee
• Appointment of Aliya Yancey to the Education Advisory Committee
• Establishment of the Youth Advisory Committee and appointment of members

The City Council approved appointments to the Code Compliance, Education, and Youth Advisory Committees. The Council also adopted seven proclamations and received a presentation regarding the Hyattsville Crossing Business Improvement District.

• Approved appointment of Stacy Dennery to Code Compliance Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Aliya Yancey to Education Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved Youth Advisory Committee worksheet and appointment of 10 students (Unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day (Unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (Unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for Caribbean-American Heritage Month (Unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for Juneteenth (Unanimous)
• Adopted proclamations for Immigrant Heritage Month, Ben Simasek, and Daniel Peabody (Unanimous)

Age Friendly Work Group

The group is reviewing recent workshops and discussing summer multigenerational activities. The meeting also includes updates on senior services, community events, and the Rent Stabilization Study.

• Rent stabilization study discussion
• Summer multigenerational activities for June, July, and August
• Hyattsville Aging in Place Story Theater Program update
• Prince George’s County 2023 Elderly Property Tax Credit information
• Upcoming community events including Pride Panel and Juneteenth Summer Jam

The work group discussed affordable housing tactics and agreed to prioritize home sharing over accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Staff provided updates on upcoming senior workshops, summer multigenerational activities, and a rent stabilization study.

• Prioritized home sharing over ADUs as a more viable affordable housing tactic
• Scheduled safe driving resources workshop for June 12
• Planned multigenerational summer activities for June, July, and August
• Scheduled Embracing Pride Panel for June 9
• Scheduled Juneteenth Summer Jam for June 16

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the FY24 budget and review a committee survey. The meeting includes a presentation from Allie O’Neill regarding The Spot and updates on the Bike Rodeo and Mental Health First Aid.

• Presentation on The Spot by Allie O'Neill
• FY24 Budget Discussion
• Bike Rodeo update
• Mental Health First Aid Update
• HWRAC Committee Survey review

The committee approved the minutes from the March meeting. Members discussed the FY24 budget, reviewed the Bike Rodeo event, and proposed several potential speaker series topics for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Confirmed FY24 funding of $9,000 for Thrive Grants and $2,000 for speakers’ series

Race and Equity Task Force

The committee will review a presentation on the Community Engagement Section and discuss next steps for revising the draft equity plan. The meeting also includes an introduction of the Community Services Department Director, Sandra Shephard.

• Presentation on Community Engagement Section by Daniel Amador
• Discussion of timeline for revisions to Draft Equity Plan
• Introduction of Community Services Department Director Sandra Shephard
• Adoption of April meeting minutes
• Equity Officer updates

The Task Force adopted the April meeting minutes without changes. Due to the absence of a scheduled guest, the committee decided to double up the agenda for the June meeting rather than adding an additional meeting date.

• Approved adoption of April meeting minutes
• Decided to double up the June meeting agenda (AF voted, JA seconded, JM abstained)

Education Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Educational Committee Grant Program Funding Report and discuss grant amendments. Members will also discuss a recent overdose incident at Northwestern High School and its impact on students. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on youth center staffing and summer program planning.

• Review of Educational Committee Grant Program Funding Report
• Discussion regarding EAC Grant amendments and council response
• Discussion of recent overdose incident at Northwestern High School
• Update on youth center staffing outcomes
• Planning for summer programs and teen center updates

The committee approved the agenda, previous meeting minutes, and the format of the grant funding report. Members discussed youth mental health, Narcan training, and the upcoming opening of the Teen Center in the fall.

• Approved agenda and March 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved grant funding report format (unanimous voice vote)

Educational Facilities Task Force

The Educational Facilities Task Force will discuss updates regarding Hyattsville Elementary School and Hyattsville Middle School. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April 20, 2023.

• Hyattsville Elementary School update
• Hyattsville Middle School update
• Approval of April 20, 2023 minutes

The task force reviewed updates on HMS and HES school projects. HES opening is pushed back to 2028 to accommodate an underground parking garage, extending the need for swing space. No formal votes were recorded.

• Reported HMS is on schedule to open in September
• Reported HES Phase 2 ACF package RFP has been released
• Reported HES opening delayed from 2026 to 2028
• Proposed presentation by Jason Washington to Council or EFTF
• Identified need for community communication regarding HES swing space

Code Compliance Advisory Board

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on proposed revisions to Chapter 113. The meeting also includes discussions regarding urban farming and regulations for debris and grass accumulation.

• Presentation on proposed Chapter 113 revisions
• Discussion of § 65-25 regarding debris and grass or weeds accumulation
• Update on urban farming
• Code issues update from Joe Brewer

The committee unanimously approved changing its meeting start time to 7:15pm. Members discussed proposed revisions to grass and weed remediation timelines and the legality of raising chickens under county code.

• Approved moving meeting start time to 7:15pm (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The committee will review an informational presentation regarding the redesign of The Spot. Members will also receive progress updates on several development projects, including the Dewey Property and Belcrest townhomes. The meeting includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Informational presentation on The Spot redesign project
• Update on Dewey Property Parcel 3, which was conveyed for a multigenerational center
• Construction update for mixed-use building on Toledo Road
• Grading commencement for Belcrest townhomes by Stanly Martin
• Bike Parking Scavenger Hunt with a $50 gift card prize

The committee approved the minutes from the March 21, 2023, meeting. Members received an informational presentation on the redesign of The Spot and updates on several Dewey Property parcels.

• Approved March 21, 2023, minutes

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to receive resident feedback on the spending plan for $7,136,500 in American Rescue Plan Act funds. This allocation was previously authorized by the Council on May 1, 2023.

• $1,500,000 for Ager Rd/Queens Chapel Alley Pedestrian Safety Improvements
• $850,000 for Public Restroom and Shower Facilities in City-Owned Parks
• $800,000 for City Building 2nd Floor Renovations
• $500,000 for Driskell Park Community Building Renovation
• $450,000 for Roof Repair at the Teen Center

The City Council held a public hearing to receive resident feedback on the allocation of $7,136,500 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The spending plan, previously authorized on May 1, 2023, includes projects for pedestrian safety, park renovations, and city infrastructure. No new votes on the allocations were taken during this meeting.

• Held public hearing for ARPA funds allocation HCC-397-FY23

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council will hold the first reading of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and tax rates. The agenda also includes a presentation on the WMATA Better Bus Network Redesign and the certification of the 2023 Biennial Election results. Additionally, the Council will consider using ARPA funds to hire a Housing Manager.

• Introduction of Fiscal Year 2024 budget ordinance
• Authorization of up to $135,000 in ARPA funds for a Housing Manager position
• Presentation on the WMATA Better Bus Network Redesign
• Zoning variance request for 6117 42nd Avenue
• Acceptance of certified results for the 2023 Biennial Election

The City Council approved the use of ARPA funds to hire a Housing Manager and authorized several discretionary fund disbursements. The Council also accepted the certified results of the May 9, 2023, biennial election and reappointed one member to the Environment Committee.

• Approved $135,000 in ARPA funds to hire a Housing Manager (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning variance support for 6117 42nd Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved $367.32 reimbursement for Ward 3 discretionary funds (Unanimous)
• Approved $149.90 for Ward 2 discretionary funds for community yoga Zoom account (Unanimous)
• Accepted certified results for the 2023 Biennial Election (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Janet Nackoney to the Hyattsville Environment Committee (Unanimous)
• Adopted proclamations for National Police Week and National Public Works Week (Unanimous)

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will consider endorsing a purchase for an ambulance using ARPA funds. Chief Jarod Towers will provide updates on the city budget, personnel, and a new headquarters. Members will also discuss programming for homeless support and youth engagement.

• Endorsement of ambulance purchase with ARPA funds
• Updates on city budget, personnel, and new headquarters
• Discussion regarding homeless support and programming
• Discussion regarding youth engagement activities

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The committee will discuss the delay of the Draft Hyattsville Sustainability Plan and provide an update on invasive ivy. The agenda also includes reviewing 2023 strategic goals and discussing in-person meetings.

• Delay of Draft Hyattsville Sustainability Plan
• Invasive Ivy Update
• HEC Strategic goals for 2023
• Approval of April meeting minutes

The committee approved the April meeting minutes. Members discussed the delay of the Draft Hyattsville Sustainability Plan to August/September and reviewed updates regarding invasive ivy removal.

• Approved April meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Hyattsville Board of Supervisors of Elections will meet to review election judge training and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a call to order and new business.

• Review Election Judge Training
• Approval of Minutes

The Board of Supervisors of Elections met to review confirmed election judges and their assignments, and to discuss training materials for an upcoming 6pm meeting. Board members also practiced with poll pads and identified potential issues to highlight during judge training. Approval of previous meeting minutes was delayed to a future meeting.

• Delayed approval of previous meeting minutes to a future meeting
• Reviewed confirmed election judges and their assignments
• Assigned board members to present specific sections of judge training materials
• Identified poll pad issues to be highlighted during judge training

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will review the April 2023 minutes and receive a report on permits, denials, and illegal removals. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding proposed revisions to Chapter 112.

• Approval of April 2023 minutes
• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
• Proposed revisions to Chapter 112

The Shade Tree Board approved revisions to Chapter 112 of the city code, including a $500 fine for failing to replant a removed tree. The board also discussed permit consistency, illegal removal penalties, and tree planting under powerlines. No new permits or denials were voted on.

• Approved minutes from April meeting
• Voted to set $500 fine for not replanting a tree (112-6(3)A)
• Kept existing fine for illegal removal unchanged (112-6(3)B)
• Approved revisions to Chapter 112 sections 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E, 7, 8, 9, and 10 with minor edits

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will review outstanding items from initial campaign finance reports and the second campaign finance report. The commission will also consider approving previous meeting minutes.

• Review of Second Campaign Finance Report
• Outstanding items from Initial Campaign Finance Report
• Approval of minutes

The Ethics Commission accepted initial and second campaign finance reports from multiple candidates for the 2023 Municipal Election. Reports from candidates Croslin, Redmond, Schaible, and Waszczak were accepted, though a letter will be sent to candidate Lee requesting corrected addresses. Second reports from Houck, Redmond, and Waszczak were accepted; a math error on Redmond's coversheet will be addressed via email. Follow-up notices were sent to candidates Croslin, Schaible, and Lee for missing second reports, with delinquency letters to follow if not filed by Thursday at 1 p.m.

• Approved minutes from April 18, 2023 meeting (voice vote)
• Accepted late/amended initial campaign finance reports from Croslin, Redmond, Schaible, and Waszczak
• Sent letter to candidate Lee requesting corrected addresses on initial report
• Accepted second campaign finance reports from Houck, Redmond, and Waszczak
• Sent email to Redmond regarding math error on coversheet
• Sent follow-up emails to Croslin, Schaible, and Lee for missing second reports
• Set deadline of Thursday at 1 p.m. for late reports before sending delinquency letters

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 real property tax rate. This action item is sponsored by the City Administrator and involves the Finance Department.

• Fiscal Year 2024 Real Property Tax Rate (HCC-365-FY23)

The City Council approved the Real Property Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2024. City Treasurer Ron Brooks noted that an outside firm was hired in January to recommend additional tax credits for residents.

• Approved FY2024 Real Property Tax Rate of $0.63 per $100 of assessed value (11-0)

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council is meeting to allocate $6,236,500 in American Rescue Plan Act funds toward various city projects. The agenda also includes a contract for a rent stabilization policy study and a presentation on the DeMatha site plan amendment.

• Allocation of $6,236,500 in ARPA funds for local projects
• $40,000 contract for a rent stabilization policy study
• $40,000 work order for 'The Spot' trailhead design on Hamilton Street
• Use of up to $759,000 in ARPA funds for staff salary adjustments
• Presentation regarding the DeMatha Site Plan amendment

The City Council approved the allocation of $7,136,500 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for various infrastructure, safety, and community projects. The Council also approved several administrative work orders and a series of community proclamations.

• Allocated $7,136,500 in ARPA funds for 26 projects, including $1.5M for Ager Rd/Queens Chapel Alley Pedestrian Safety Improvements
• Approved $40,000 work order with Neighborhood Design Center for 'The Spot' design
• Approved $16,000 work order with GHA Technologies Inc. for Adobe Suite licensing
• Authorized up to $759,000 in ARPA funds for staff salary adjustments based on 2023 Compensation Study
• Adopted proclamations for Municipal Clerks Week, Mental Health Awareness Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, Citizenship Celebration Day, Children’s Mental Health Matters Week, and Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Adopted a proclamation honoring Jim Chandler

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the FY24 budget and review March meeting minutes. The agenda also includes planning for a Bike Rodeo and potential speaker series programs for FY24.

• FY24 Budget Discussion
• Bike Rodeo information planning
• Forest bathing speakers
• Mental Health First Aid Update
• HWRAC Committee Survey review

Race and Equity Task Force

The committee will discuss the process and timeline for revising the draft Equity Plan. Members will also discuss community outreach designs and participation in upcoming housing and cultural events.

• Discussion of process and timeline for revisions to the draft Equity Plan
• Discussion regarding design for community outreach collateral
• Participation in an April affordable housing event
• Participation in June cultural events
• Equity Officer updates

The Task Force approved the March 2023 meeting minutes and established a revised timeline for the Draft Equity Plan through September. Members discussed shifting their role to an advisory capacity to better access city data and staff expertise.

• Approved March 2023 meeting minutes
• Amended April 25th agenda to include Rodrigo Blanco's resignation and recruitment discussion
• Established updated Equity Plan timeline: May (Community Engagement), June (Jobs), July (Housing), September (Transportation)
• Agreed to shift process so Race & Equity Officer and staff leaders take the first step in drafting sections

Education Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Educational Committee Grant Program Funding Report and discuss grant amendments. Members will also address the impact of a recent overdose at Northwestern High School on students. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on youth center staffing and summer program planning.

• Review of Educational Committee Grant Program Funding Report
• Discussion regarding Northwestern High School overdose incident
• Update on Youth Center staffing outcomes
• Summer program plans including drug education and conflict resolution workshops
• Teen center program planning

Educational Facilities Task Force

The Educational Facilities Task Force met to discuss an update regarding Hyattsville Elementary School. The agenda also included the approval of minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting.

• Hyattsville Elementary School update
• Approval of March 16, 2023, minutes

The task force discussed PGCPS updates regarding Hyattsville Elementary and construction concerns at Hyattsville Middle School. No formal votes were taken on project funding or plans, but the group established a list of action items to address swing space and stormwater management.

• Approved previous meeting minutes

Code Compliance Advisory Board

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will discuss updates regarding code issues and urban farming. The meeting includes a presentation from the City Council regarding proposed revisions to Chapter 113.

• Presentation on Chapter 113 proposed revisions
• Update on code issues with Joe Brewer
• Discussion of urban farming
• Updates to the Committee Worksheet

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee unanimously approved edits to its worksheet regarding roles, responsibilities, terms, and meeting frequency. Members discussed potential ordinance updates for tall grass and reviewed research on urban farming and chicken ordinances. No final decisions were made on the grass or animal welfare codes.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved edits to Code Compliance Advisory Committee Worksheet (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will discuss election logistics, including poll pads and election judges. The meeting also covers the schedule for ballot intake from April 24 through May 9.

• Ballot intake schedule from April 24 to May 9
• Discussion of Poll Pads
• Discussion of Election Judges
• Election Day/Fest logistics
• Anniversary Festival at Driskell Park on April 29

The Board tentatively scheduled a meeting regarding Ranked Choice Voting for June. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.

• Tentatively scheduled Ranked Choice Voting meeting for June
• Delayed approval of April 4 minutes to a future meeting

Ethics Commission

The meeting includes the approval of minutes and a review of campaign finance reports. The agenda consists of standard procedural items and new business.

• Review of campaign finance reports

The Commission reviewed campaign finance reports for the 2023 Municipal Elections. Reports from Candidates Houck and Solomon were accepted, while Candidate Redmond's report requires corrections via a follow-up letter. The Commission is awaiting reports from Candidates Croslin and Schaible.

• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted campaign finance report for Candidate Houck (Ward 3)
• Accepted campaign finance report for Candidate Solomon (Ward 5)
• Identified reporting errors in Candidate Redmond's report; follow-up letter to be sent

City Council

The Council will hold a discussion regarding the FY24 real property tax rate. The agenda also includes several proposals to use American Rescue Plan Act funds for police equipment, new staff positions, and a trash truck purchase. Additionally, the Council will consider various committee reappointments.

• Discussion of the FY24 real property tax rate
• Use of ARPA funds up to $60,000 for police e-bikes
• Contract change order for Neighborhood Design Center up to $985,000
• Purchase of an 8CY trash truck for up to $144,000
• Use of ARPA funds up to $230,000 for a Deputy Director position

The City Council approved several reappointments to advisory committees and task forces. The Council also proclaimed April 24, 2023, as Arbor Day and authorized a request to postpone oral arguments for Suffrage Point DSP-21001.

• Authorized request to Prince George's County District Council to postpone oral arguments for Suffrage Point DSP-21001
• Proclaimed April 24, 2023, as Arbor Day
• Reappointed Gloria Felix-Thompson to Code Compliance Advisory Committee
• Reappointed Mai Abdul Rahman to Education Advisory Committee
• Reappointed Don Burger to Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee
• Reappointed Gregory Barnes, William Seath, and Yohannes Bennehoff to Planning Committee
• Reappointed Taylor Wilder and Mai Abdul Rahman to Police and Public Safety Citizens’ Advisory Committee
• Reappointed Kat Schooley and Daniel Broder to Educational Facilities Task Force

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Police and Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will meet to discuss safety proposals and community engagement. Discussion topics include cameras, steering wheel locks, and the protection of younger residents. The committee also plans to discuss planning for community listening events.

• Proposals for cameras and steering wheel locks
• Planning for community listening engagement events

The committee approved the agenda and March 8th minutes. The Police Chief provided updates on personnel recruitment, the implementation of new crime statistics software, and the distribution of steering wheel locks.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved March 8th, 2023 meeting minutes

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The committee will discuss the Hyattsville Sustainability Plan and provide an update on the Plastic Bag ordinance. Members will also review draft guidelines for recommending legislation and discuss 2023 strategic goals.

• Plastic Bag ordinance update
• Hyattsville Sustainability Plan discussion
• Review of draft guidelines for recommending legislation
• Discussion of 2023 HEC strategic goals

The committee approved sending draft guidelines for recommending legislation to Laura Reams for adoption. Members discussed the status of the county-level Better Bag Bill and the timeline for the City Sustainability Plan. No action was taken on a city-level plastic bag ordinance.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Approved sending draft guidelines for recommending legislation to Laura Reams for adoption

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will discuss proposed revisions to Chapter 112. The meeting includes a report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals. Members will also review information regarding invasive and common pests.

• Proposed revisions to Chapter 112
• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
• Revision of meeting time to 7-8:30 pm for ordinance work
• Information on invasive/common pests

The board approved the March 2023 minutes and issued fines for three separate illegal tree removals. Members also agreed to extend the duration of the next three meetings to focus on ordinance revisions.

• Approved March 2023 meeting minutes
• Issued $1,000 maximum fine for each of two illegally removed Maple trees (IL23-001 and 002) (Unanimous)
• Issued $800 fine for illegally removed 60” tree (IL23-003) (Unanimous)
• Issued $1,000 fine for illegally removed 156” Red Oak (IL23-004) (Unanimous)
• Changed meeting time to 7:00-8:30 PM for the next three meetings (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board is reviewing the list of confirmed Election Judges and updating Poll Pad information. The meeting also includes a review of the ballot intake schedule leading up to May 9.

• Review of confirmed Election Judge list
• Poll Pad update
• Ballot intake schedule for April 24 through May 9
• Review of Election Day assignments and tasks
• Sticker contest review

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from February 7, February 22, and March 7. Members reviewed the poll pad system status, confirmed returning election judges, and established the ballot intake schedule for April and May.

• Approved minutes from February 7, February 22, and March 7 (Unanimous)
• Confirmed 4 returning election judges
• Identified Nicola Konigkramer as Same-day Registration or Chief Judge
• Selected winners for the sticker contest across four age categories

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing an ordinance to regulate annual rental price increases in Hyattsville. The agenda also includes presentations on WMATA fare changes and a street art pilot program. Additionally, the Council will review a $400,000 contract for park improvements.

• Ordinance to regulate annual rental price increases
• Contract for David C Driskell Community Park Phase 2A, not to exceed $400,000
• Acceptance of a $32,172 stormwater stewardship grant
• Salary increases for Mayor and Councilmembers beginning July 1, 2025
• Presentation on WMATA Fiscal Year 2024 proposed fare and service changes

The City Council authorized the City Attorney to draft an ordinance regulating annual rental price increases. The council also approved funding for park re-imagination and accepted a stormwater stewardship grant.

• Authorized City Attorney to prepare ordinance regulating annual rental price increases (Unanimous)
• Approved Neighborhood Design Center proposal for David C Driskell Community Park Phase 2A, cost not to exceed $400,000 (10-0)
• Adopted Hyattsville Ordinance 2023-01 to raise Mayor and Councilmember salaries from July 1, 2025, through July 1, 2028 (10-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $32,172 Prince George’s County Stormwater Stewardship Award (10-0)
• Authorized MOU with Hyatt Park Community Garden Association for space use and administration (10-0)
• Approved appointments of Michael Angeloni and Lisvette Garcia to the Education Advisory Committee (10-0)
• Adopted proclamations for Autism Acceptance Month, National Volunteer Week, National Public Health Week, and Arab American Heritage Month (10-0)

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council will hold a budget work session to introduce the draft budget for Fiscal Year 2024. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) priorities.

• Introduction of the Draft Budget for Fiscal Year 2024
• Discussion of ARPA Priorities

The City Council held a budget work session to review departmental presentations for the Fiscal Year 2024 draft budget. Members also discussed the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and the associated legacy costs of proposed projects. No votes were taken on the budget or ARPA priorities during this session.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Adjourned the meeting

Race and Equity Task Force

The committee will introduce Hyattsville's Chief and Deputy Chief of Police. The agenda also includes a presentation on community policing and a discussion regarding feedback on the Bodily Autonomy Act draft.

• Introduction of Chief Jarrod Towers and Deputy Chief Laura Lanham
• Community Policing Presentation and Discussion
• Discussion of Bodily Autonomy Act Draft Feedback
• Adoption of February Meeting Minutes

The Task Force adopted the February meeting minutes and discussed a community policing presentation focused on transparency and anti-racism. Members reviewed a draft of the Bodily Autonomy Act and discussed potential funding for promotions via Ward discretionary funds.

• Approved February meeting minutes

Education Advisory Committee

The Education Advisory Committee will review a letter to Council regarding grant amendments. The committee is also discussing outreach for school-targeted Narcan training and updates on summer programs. Additionally, members will discuss recruiting for four committee vacancies.

• Review of EAC Grant amendment letter
• Outreach to city administrator regarding school-targeted Narcan training
• Summer program updates including drug education and conflict resolution workshops
• Teen center update
• Recruitment for four committee vacancies

Age Friendly Work Group

The group will review the Age-Friendly Action Plan and a five-year progress report for AARP. Discussion includes planning for FY23 programming, such as housing assistance workshops and affordable housing events. The meeting also covers updates on Hyattsville Aging in Place (HAP) and community services.

• Review of the Age-Friendly Action Plan
• Planning for Housing Assistance Resources Workshop and Affordable Housing Event
• AARP five-year progress report
• Updates on Hyattsville Aging in Place (HAP)
• Prince George’s County Telephone Reassurance Program discussion

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the FY24 budget and review committee survey results. The meeting also includes planning for a Bike Rodeo and potential speaker series programs for FY24.

• FY24 Budget Discussion
• Bike Rodeo information planning
• HWRAC Committee Survey review
• Mental Health First Aid Update
• Possible Speaker series programs for FY24

The Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee approved specific funding amounts for three upcoming programs. The committee also approved the February meeting minutes and discussed planning for a self-defense and de-escalation training.

• Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 for climate and health impacts presentation (unanimous)
• Approved $950 for mental health first aid (unanimous)
• Approved $250 for bike rodeo (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Co-Chair and approve January minutes. Members will receive updates on the Residences at the Six project and State Highway Administration road works. These updates include progress on the Trolley Trail extension and Queens Chapel Road.

• Election of Committee Chair and Co-Chair/Vice Chair
• Residences at the Six completion expected Q4 2024
• Trolley Trail extension lane closures between Charles Armentrout Drive and Farragut Street
• Queens Chapel Road project final phases underway
• Federalist Pig street access permit review

The committee voted in Maureen Foster as Chair and Todd Dengel as Co-Chair. Members received progress updates on several development projects and State Highway Administration roadwork. The committee discussed the transition of 'The Spot' from a proposed parking garage to a permanent park.

• Approved January 31, 2023, minutes with amendment
• Voted in Maureen Foster as Chair
• Voted in Todd Dengel as Co-Chair

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council will review election candidates and community project presentations. The agenda includes motions for stormwater engineering, infrastructure repairs, and a salary increase ordinance. The Council will also consider various zoning variance requests.

• Tree planting contracts up to $500,000 with Casey Trees, Lorenz, Inc., and Bry’s Lawn Care
• $150,000 for stormwater projects through SMC
• $110,000 for Lower Ward 1 Resiliency Projects coordination with LIDC
• $17,000 for fence replacement on the 5600 block of Jamestown Road
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-01 to increase Mayor and Council salaries starting in 2025

The City Council approved a contract for a new city-wide camera-video management system and several infrastructure expenditures. The Council also supported various zoning variances and state legislation regarding flood management and plastic bag reduction.

• Approved $1M contract with Johnson Controls for city-wide camera-video management system
• Approved $150,000 expenditure to SMC for stormwater projects
• Approved $110,000 for Lower Ward 1 Resiliency Projects coordination (LIDC)
• Approved up to $500,000 for tree planting contracts with Casey Trees, Lorenz, Inc., and Bry’s Lawn Care and Landscaping, LLC
• Approved $17,000 for fence replacement at 5600 block of Jamestown Road
• Approved contract amendment for Household Emergency Relief Program administration up to $156,000
• Approved support for zoning variances at 5608 36th Place and 3814 Nicholson Street
• Opposed zoning variance V-76-22 for 6117 42nd Avenue

Educational Facilities Task Force

The Educational Facilities Task Force met on March 16, 2023. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from February 16, 2023, and an item concerning Hyattsville Elementary School.

• Approval of February 16, 2023, meeting minutes
• Hyattsville Elementary School

The task force discussed the need for increased communication between PGCPS and parents regarding the planned rebuild of Hyattsville Elementary School. Members proposed a town hall to address concerns over renovation versus rebuilding and student population projections. No formal votes were taken on school construction plans.

• Approved past minutes unanimously
• Action Item: Chair to check with Jason Washington regarding swing space planning and coordinator position

Code Compliance Advisory Board

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will vote on committee officers and adopt the 2023 meeting calendar. The board will also discuss recruitment ideas, the stipend program, and updates to Chapter 52 and 113.

• Vote on Chair, Vice Chair, Co-chair, and Recorder
• Adoption of the 2023 Meeting Calendar
• Discussion of Committee Stipend Program and recruitment ideas
• Status update on Chapter 52 and 113 proposed revisions

The committee approved its 2023 calendar and elected its leadership. Members discussed conflicts between city code and USDA urban farming designations, proposing language to allow urban farming and remove chickens from the prohibited list. The committee is researching neighboring city codes and environmental benefits to inform future updates.

• Approved 2023 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Elected Jamie Bean as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ian Fay as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Arinee Flurry as Recorder (unanimous)
• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The Hyattsville Environment Committee will discuss a letter of support for a plastic bag ordinance. The committee will also review draft guidelines for recommending legislation and discuss strategic goals for 2023. Additionally, members will discuss Local Government Leaders for Electrification recommendations.

• Plastic Bag ordinance - Letter of Support Discussion
• Review draft of guidelines for HEC recommending legislation
• HEC Strategic goals for 2023
• Local Government Leaders for Electrification - Recommendation Discussion

The Hyattsville Environment Committee voted to support a plastic bag ban and approved a corresponding letter of support. The proposed ban includes a point-of-sale ban on plastic and compostable bags and a minimum 10-cent fee for paper bags.

• Approved February meeting minutes
• Voted unanimously to support the Plastic Bag ban
• Voted unanimously to approve the letter of support for the Plastic Bag Ban

Ethics Commission

The Hyattsville Ethics Commission will hold a virtual meeting to review financial disclosures and discuss mandatory candidate training. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes and new business.

• Financial disclosures review
• Mandatory candidate training

The Commission reviewed state-mandated financial disclosure forms for several candidates and identified specific errors or missing information. Vice Clerk Groenendyk will send letters to candidates to request the necessary corrections.

• Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Identified disclosure errors for candidates Croslin, Waszczak, Wigley, Houck, and Solomon
• Confirmed no issues with forms for candidates Lee, Redmond, or Schaible

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing proposals to provide free or reduced-fee doorbell cameras and steering wheel locks to residents. Members will also discuss planning a community listening engagement event and addressing the protection of younger populations.

• Proposal for free or reduced-fee doorbell cameras for residents
• Proposal for free steering wheel locks for 2011-2021 Honda, Kia, and Hyundai owners
• Planning for a community listening engagement event
• Update on committee member recruitment

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will receive a Poll Pad update and address candidate certification letters. The meeting also includes a review of upcoming events scheduled for March 2023.

• Poll Pad Update
• Candidate Certification Letters

The Board reviewed the status of pollpad orders and candidate certification letters. Members and city staff discussed election judge outreach, training updates, and the schedule for upcoming election events. The Board also determined the timing for ballot intake.

• Confirmed pollpad order has been placed
• Signed remaining candidate certification letters
• Determined ballot intake timing as 10am-2pm with some 3-7pm options

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract for a new city-wide camera-video management system. The agenda also includes discussions on a participatory budgeting ordinance and the renaming of Magruder Woods. Additionally, the council will review park design developments and administrative appointments.

• Contract for new city-wide security system not to exceed $1,000,000
• Participatory budgeting proposal allowing up to $25,000 per ward for community projects
• IT consultant services contract not to exceed $78,000 annually
• Repair of Solid Waste Truck #64 not to exceed $12,500
• Presentation on Driskell Park Phase II Design Development

The City Council tabled a proposal for a new city-wide security camera system due to concerns over facial recognition and privacy. The Council approved the renaming of Magruder Woods to Nacotchtank Woods and appointed a new member to the Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee.

• Tabled $1M contract with Johnson Controls for city-wide camera-video management system
• Approved renaming Magruder Woods to Nacotchtank Woods
• Approved appointment of Brittney Miller (Ward 5) to Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee
• Approved $12,500 for repair of Solid Waste truck 64 via Johnson Truck Center
• Approved IT consultant contract with Lars DeSalvio not to exceed $78,000 annually
• Adopted proclamations for Women's History Month and Women in Public Office Day
• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will discuss proposed revisions to Chapter 112. The agenda also includes a report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals, as well as discussion regarding an upcoming Casey Trees event.

• Proposed revisions to Chapter 112
• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
• Discussion of March 11 Casey Trees event
• Approval of January 2023 minutes

The board approved the minutes from the January 2023 meeting. Staff reported on tree permit activity for January and February and discussed potential new requirements for planting plans during extensive tree removals.

• Approved January 2023 meeting minutes

Race and Equity Task Force

The committee will review a presentation on the Reproductive Justice Sanctuary City Bill. Members will also discuss participating in March voting outreach and housing seminar events. The agenda includes Equity Officer updates and the adoption of January meeting minutes.

• Presentation and discussion of Reproductive Justice Sanctuary City Bill
• Discussion regarding participation in March voting outreach event
• Discussion regarding participation in March housing seminar
• Adoption of January meeting and ad-hoc meeting minutes
• Equity Officer updates

The Race and Equity Task Force approved the January meeting minutes. Members discussed a proposed Bodily Autonomy Act to limit police collaboration on abortion and gender-affirming care prosecutions and planned participation in upcoming housing and voting outreach events.

• Approved January meeting and ad-hoc meeting minutes

Education Advisory Committee

The Education Advisory Committee will discuss grant application amendments and updates regarding a meeting with principals. The agenda includes planning for summer programs, teen center updates, and Narcan training for teachers.

• EAC Grant application amendments outcome
• Summer program plans for middle school youth
• Teen center update
• Narcan training for teachers
• Recruitment of new committee members

The committee recommended that grant reporting include an overview of spending and supporting materials like pictures or playbills. Members also agreed to coordinate Narcan training for middle and high school teachers.

• Approved February 27, 2023 agenda and January 2023 minutes
• Recommended grant reporting include spending overviews and supporting materials
• Agreed to contact Reggie regarding Narcan training for teachers

City Council

The City Council will discuss several proposals for utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The agenda includes reviews of various initiatives ranging from transit studies to public works renovations. Each proposal is accompanied by an equity analysis.

• Transit Circulator Study implementation
• City Building restroom and security upgrades
• Police Department e-bikes and VR training technology
• Ager Alley pedestrian safety improvements
• Hyattsville Tree Canopy Restoration budget request

The City Council held a discussion on numerous ARPA spending initiatives proposed by council members and city departments. No final votes were taken on the individual funding proposals during this meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Adjourned the meeting

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the FY24 budget and review results from a committee survey. The agenda also includes planning for a Bike Rodeo and reviewing Thrive Grant reporting forms.

• FY24 Budget discussion
• Bike Rodeo information planning
• Thrive Grant reporting form review
• Opioid Settlement program suggestions
• Mental Health First Aid update

The committee approved the minutes from the January meeting. Members discussed FY24 budget requests for the Thrive grant and wellness block party, and planned for a Bike Rodeo on May 6th.

• Approved January meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the withdrawal of a residential parking zone for the 5700 block of 37th Avenue. The meeting includes a presentation by the Parking Compliance Supervisor and an opportunity for public comment.

• Withdrawal of Residential Parking Zone at 5700 Block of 37th Avenue

The City Council held a public hearing regarding the withdrawal of the 5700 block of 37th Ave from the Residential Parking Zone Program. Assistant City Administrator Jim Chandler stated that the recommendation would automatically go into effect without Council action.

• No formal vote taken; recommendation to withdraw 5700 block of 37th Ave from parking zone to take effect automatically

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will meet to discuss quotes for pollbook vendors and review upcoming election events. The agenda also includes candidate certification letters and the approval of minutes.

• Candidate Certification Letters
• Discussion of Pollbook Vendor Quotes
• Review of Upcoming Election Events

The Board unanimously approved the purchase of a KnowInk e-pollbook package. The Board also approved the minutes from the February 7 meeting and signed four candidate certification letters.

• Approved purchase of KnowInk e-pollbook package (unanimous)
• Approved February 7 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Signed four candidate certification letters for City Council/Mayoral candidates
• Determined Candidate Information Sessions on Feb 25 and March 15 will be held in person

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council is reviewing several proposed contracts and appointments. Items include funding for athletic field restorations, HVAC replacements, and landscape design for the Teen Center. The Council will also consider a five-year agreement regarding School Resource Officers.

• Up to $128,000 for athletic field restoration at Driskell Park and 38th Avenue Park
• Five-year agreement with Prince George’s County Board of Education for School Resource Officers
• Up to $80,000 for Teen Center Phase 2 landscape design
• Up to $40,000 for HVAC control system replacement at 4310 Gallatin Street
• Support for the Library Apartments subdivision plan at 3325 Toledo Road

The Council approved multiple expenditures for park assessments, athletic field restoration, and HVAC replacements. It also granted support for the Library Apartments redevelopment and the Teen Center landscape design. Several FY24 budget initiatives were discussed but not decided.

• Approved $128,000 for athletic field restoration at Driskell Park and 38th Avenue Park
• Approved $80,000 for Teen Center Phase 2 landscape design
• Approved $40,000 for HVAC control system replacement at 4310 Gallatin Street
• Approved $38,000 for recreation building assessment at David C. Driskell Community Park
• Approved $44,949.83 for one Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) and services
• Approved $90,000 for consulting services for Hyattsville Crossing BID
• Approved support for Library Apartments Preliminary Plan of Subdivision (PPS-22004)
• Approved appointments of Rayya Newman and Robert Riddle to city committees

Age Friendly Work Group

The Age-Friendly Hyattsville Work Group is reviewing 2022 progress and setting 2023 priorities for the Age-Friendly Action Plan. The group is also discussing upcoming housing assistance outreach events and community safety updates.

• Review of 2022 progress and 2023 priorities for the Age-Friendly Action Plan
• Housing Assistance Resources Outreach Event scheduled for March 2023
• Affordable Housing Outreach Event scheduled for April 2023
• Information on the 2023 Age-Friendly Ecosystem Summit
• Updates regarding Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training

Educational Facilities Task Force

The Educational Facilities Task Force will discuss an update regarding Hyattsville Elementary School. The meeting also includes a discussion of the Funding Formula Working Group.

• Hyattsville Elementary School update
• Funding Formula Working Group

The majority of the Council abandoned plans to alter P3 following pushback from PGCPS and the business community. The committee discussed a community engagement timeline starting October 2023 and planned a tour of Hyattsville Middle School for April or May.

• Abandoned plans to alter P3 for Hyattsville Elementary School
• Scheduled Jason Washington to return in September to discuss community meetings

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The Hyattsville Environment Committee will discuss a letter of support for a plastic bag ordinance and receive an update on the Ivy Removal Initiative. The committee will also review draft guidelines for recommending legislation.

• Ivy Removal Initiative update
• Plastic Bag ordinance Letter of Support discussion
• Review of draft guidelines for HEC recommending legislation
• Approval of January meeting minutes

The committee approved the January meeting minutes and a Letter of Support for a city grant for ivy removal with CCAN. Members discussed a forthcoming motion to support a plastic bag ordinance and reviewed draft guidelines for recommending legislation.

• Approved January meeting minutes
• Approved Letter of Support for CCAN ivy removal grant

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will hold a demonstration of pollbook vendors. The meeting consists of this demonstration and procedural items.

• Pollbook vendor demonstration

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss dates and logistics for upcoming community listening engagement events. Members will also nominate a new chair for the policy subcommittee and receive an update from the Chief of Police.

• Nomination of a policy subcommittee chair
• Planning for community listening engagement events
• Chief of Police report and update
• Member recruitment update

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will discuss the election outreach calendar and e-poll books. The agenda also includes routine procedural items.

• Election Outreach Calendar Update
• E-Poll Books

The Board approved minutes from nine previous meetings. Members discussed election outreach for teens and Spanish-speaking residents, as well as potential e-poll book vendors and ballot box locations.

• Approved minutes for meetings from Nov 2, 2021, to Jan 10, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss authorizing an ordinance to regulate annual rental price increases in the city. Members will also consider sending a letter to WMATA opposing proposed Yellow Line service changes. The agenda includes presentations on the 2023 Biennial Election and compensation reviews.

• Letter to WMATA opposing proposed Yellow Line service changes
• Election equipment contract with ES&S not to exceed $11,000
• Mail vendor contract with Fort Orange Press not to exceed $36,000
• Disbursement of $3,500 for FY23 Education Enrichment Grant funds
• Appointments to the Code Compliance and Education Advisory Committees

The City Council authorized a letter to the WMATA Board of Directors opposing proposed FY-2024 budget and service modifications to the Yellow Line. The Council also approved several election-related contracts and two committee appointments. A proposal for a rent stabilization and affordability fund was discussed but not decided.

• Approved letter to WMATA opposing Yellow Line service changes (10-0, 1 recused)
• Approved $11,000 contract with Election Systems and Software (ES&S) for election equipment (11-0)
• Approved $36,000 contract with Fort Orange Press for election printing and mailing (11-0)
• Approved $3,500 for FY23 Education Enrichment Grants (11-0)
• Approved amendment to Maryland DHCD grant agreement extending term to June 30, 2024 (11-0)
• Approved proclamation recognizing February 2023 as Black History Month (11-0)
• Appointed Ian Fay to Code Compliance Advisory Committee (11-0)
• Appointed Deshundria Fortson to Education Advisory Committee (11-0)

Planning Committee

The Committee will receive updates on the Rhode Island Trolley Trail project and Gateway West development. Members will also elect a new Chair and Co-Chair and adopt the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Lane reduction of northbound US 1 from south of Farragut Street to Charles Armentrout Drive
• Election of Committee Chair and Co-Chair/Vice Chair
• Adoption of the 2023 meeting calendar
• Update on Suffrage Point Planning Board hearing continuation

The committee approved its meeting schedule for 2023 and the minutes from November 2022. The motion to elect officers was tabled until the February meeting. Staff provided updates on the Rhode Island Trolley Trail and the Community Sustainability Plan.

• Approved November 2022 minutes
• Approved 2023 Meeting Calendar
• Tabled election of Chair and Co-Chair/Vice Chair

Race and Equity Task Force

The Race and Equity Task Force will conduct a working session regarding the Committee Legislative Budget Initiative. The committee will also vote on a request for a Council Liaison to submit a motion for this budget initiative.

• Working session on the Committee Legislative Budget Initiative
• Vote on requesting a Council Liaison to submit a motion for the budget initiative

The Race and Equity Task Force voted to request a budget initiative for Fiscal Year 2024. The proposal seeks funding for the committee to co-sponsor cultural equity enhancements to existing city arts and cultural programming.

• Approved request for Council Member Sandino to submit a budget motion for 'Arts and Cultural Programming'

Compensation Review Committee

The committee will vote on approving a report and a presentation. Members will also discuss logistics and expectations for the upcoming meeting on February 6.

• Approval of a report
• Approval of a presentation
• Discussion regarding February 6 presentation logistics

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting and the final report. Members decided to note that the mayor's position modification to full-time was discussed, though they determined it was beyond the committee's role.

• Approved minutes from last meeting
• Approved final report

Age Friendly Work Group

The Age-Friendly Hyattsville Work Group is discussing FY23 programming, including fraud prevention and housing outreach events. The meeting also features a presentation from the Prince George’s County Family Justice Center and updates on community services like CERT training and nutrition education.

• Fraud Prevention Workshop scheduled for February 13, 2023
• Housing Assistance Resources Outreach Event planned for March 2023
• Affordable Housing Outreach Event planned for April 2023
• Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training information
• Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) updates

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Secretary and adopt the 2023 meeting schedule. Discussions include the FY24 budget, Bike Rodeo planning, and potential programs related to the opioid settlement.

• FY24 Budget discussion
• Bike Rodeo information planning
• Opioid Settlement program suggestions
• Thrive Grant update on Council presentation
• Mental Health First Aid update

The committee elected a Chair and Secretary and adopted the 2023 meeting schedule. Members approved booking a Mental Health First Aid class for May 13. The committee also discussed FY24 budget options and potential funding requests for a Bike Rodeo and wellness events.

• Approved December meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Marylyn as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Peter as Secretary (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved booking Mental Health First Aid class for May 13 (unanimous)

Compensation Review Committee

The Compensation Review Committee will meet to approve minutes and finalize a report and slide deck. The committee also plans to motion to present these materials to the Council on February 6.

• Motion to finalize report
• Motion to finalize deck slide discussion
• Motion to present to the Council on February 6

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting and worked on editing a two-page draft report. A draft PowerPoint presentation was created. The committee scheduled a follow-up meeting for January 30, 2022, to approve the final report and slides.

• Approved minutes from last meeting

Code Compliance Advisory Board

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will vote on new officers and adopt its 2023 meeting calendar. The committee will also discuss the stipend program, recruitment ideas, and updates regarding proposed revisions to Chapters 52 and 113.

• Vote on Chair, Vice Chair, Co-chair, and Recorder
• Adoption of the 2023 Meeting Calendar
• Discussion on Committee Stipend Program and recruitment ideas
• Status update on proposed revisions to Chapter 52 and 113

Race and Equity Task Force

The committee will approve December meeting minutes and elect new 2023 leadership positions. Members will also discuss the timeline for the RETF Plan and Council presentation. A working session on the Legislative Budget Initiative is scheduled.

• Election of 2023 RETF Committee Positions
• Discussion of Timeline for RETF Plan and Council Presentation
• Committee Legislative Budget Initiative Working Session
• Equity Officer Updates

The committee approved the continuation of current co-chair roles and established a monthly schedule for reviewing equity plan sections through June. Members discussed potential budget requests and scheduled an ad hoc working session for January 30, 2023.

• Approved minutes from December meeting
• Approved continuation of current co-chairs in their roles
• Confirmed section leaders, reviewer assignments, and timeline for RETF Equity Plan
• Scheduled ad hoc budget working session for January 30, 2023

Education Advisory Committee

The Education Advisory Committee will review the second batch of EAC Grant applications for recommendation to City Council. Members will also discuss Narcan training for teachers and strategies regarding juvenile crime. The agenda includes updates on summer programs and teen center plans.

• Reviewing second batch of EAC Grant applications
• Discussion on Narcan training for schoolteachers
• Discussion on measures to address juvenile crime
• Planning for summer conflict resolution workshops
• Approval of four applicants for committee vacancies

The committee approved seven grant requests for Northwestern High School and Edward M. Felegy Elementary School. Members also established a monthly meeting schedule and elected committee officers.

• Approved $490.65 for Northwestern High School alto saxophone mouthpieces
• Approved Northwestern High School jazz ensemble sheet music request
• Approved $500.00 for Northwestern High School sheet music
• Approved $478.96 for Northwestern High School AV carts and wagon bags
• Approved $379.93 for Northwestern High School wireless sound system
• Approved $479.20 for Northwestern High School concert vests
• Approved $496.04 for Edward M. Felegy Elementary School original opera project
• Approved meeting schedule for the fourth Monday of each month (except December)

Educational Facilities Task Force

The Educational Facilities Task Force will approve the 2023 meeting schedule and elect a Chairperson and Recorder. The group will also receive updates on Hyattsville Elementary, Hyattsville Middle, and Nicholas Orem Middle Schools.

• Election of Chairperson and Recorder
• Review and approval of a letter to City Council regarding Hyattsville Elementary School
• Updates on Hyattsville Middle School and Nicholas Orem Middle School

The Educational Facilities Task Force approved a letter for the City Council to send to county officials urging the Prince George’s County Council not to delay Phase Two of the Alternative Construction Financing program. The group also elected committee officers and set a 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved motion to send letter to City Council regarding ACF Phase 2 funding
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm)
• Elected Dan Broder as EFTF chair
• Elected Kat Schooley as EFTF recorder
• Passed meeting minutes from November meeting
• Tabled discussion on Nicholas Orem MS rebuild

Ethics Commission

The commission will elect a Chair and Recordkeeper for 2023. Members will also review annual campaign finance reports and updated financial disclosure forms. The agenda includes discussions regarding candidate information sessions and an ethics video.

• Review of Annual Campaign Finance Reports (Suiter)
• Adoption of 2023 Ethics Meeting Calendar
• Review of revised Financial Disclosure Form and instructions
• Election of Commission Chair and Recordkeeper for 2023

The Commission accepted outstanding 2021 and 2022 campaign reports from former Council Member Suiter. Members agreed to post only the cover sheets of Financial Disclosure forms publicly to balance transparency with candidate privacy. The Commission also re-elected its chair and recordkeeper for 2023.

• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted former Council Member Suiter's 2021 and 2022 annual campaign reports
• Decided to post Financial Disclosure cover sheets publicly rather than full forms
• Approved continuance of Michael Horlick as chair and T. Carter Ross as recordkeeper (voice vote)

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will hold a virtual meeting on January 17, 2023. The agenda includes a demonstration from a pollbook vendor.

• Pollbook vendor demonstration

City Council

The City Council will consider increasing the Household Emergency Relief Program allocation by $2 million. The agenda also includes a proposal to purchase 12 police vehicles for up to $518,759 using ARPA funds. Additionally, members will discuss transferring $1 million from property sales to create an affordable housing fund.

• Purchase of 12 police vehicles not to exceed $518,759
• $2 million increase for the Household Emergency Relief Program
• Contract for a 10-year financial forecast up to $80,000
• $40,000 expenditure for city-wide tree maintenance
• Resolution designating the 2023 election as vote-by-mail

The City Council increased funding for the Household Emergency Relief Program to $3.7 million and set a program end date of May 31, 2023. The Council also authorized the purchase of 12 police vehicles and approved several community grants and proclamations.

• Approved $3.7M total allocation for Household Emergency Relief Program
• Approved $518,759 for 12 police vehicles using ARPA funds
• Approved correspondence to PG County Planning Board regarding Suffrage Point stormwater concerns
• Approved $80,000 contract with Sudsina and Associates for 10-year financial forecast
• Approved $40,000 for city-wide tree pruning and maintenance
• Approved $8,800 for FY23 Thrive Grants and $3,000 for Education Enrichment Grants
• Adopted Resolution 2023-01 designating 2023 Mayoral Election as Vote-by-Mail
• Approved renewal of agreement with Greater DC Area Diaper Bank

Compensation Review Committee

The Compensation Review Committee will discuss its final recommendation for salaries. The committee will also review a draft report and presentation due January 16th.

• Final salary recommendation
• Review of draft report and presentation due January 16th

The committee voted unanimously to accept recommended salary increase figures. Members discussed the scope of their role and the justification for the mayor's increase relative to council members. A final slide deck documenting the decision will be prepared for a February 6 presentation to the Council.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved recommended salary increase numbers (unanimous voice vote)

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will vote to select a new chair and secretary. Members will also discuss police reports regarding package theft, car jackings, and youth crime. The agenda includes discussions on school safety and planning for community listening events.

• Election of committee chair and secretary
• Discussion of package theft, car jackings, and car vandalism
• Review of school safety and Narcan training plans
• Planning for a community listening engagement event

The committee elected a new acting chair and interim secretary and appointed a policy subcommittee chair. The 2023 meeting calendar was approved. Chief Towers provided updates on staffing shortages, rising youth crime, and strategies to combat carjackings and fraud.

• Elected Mai Abdul Rahman as acting committee chair
• Appointed Julio Gomez as interim committee secretary
• Appointed Julio Gomez as policy committee chair
• Approved 2023 committee meeting calendar
• Approved January meeting agenda
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The Hyattsville Environment Committee will discuss a plastic bag ordinance and the Multifamily Property Improvement Green Grant Program. The agenda also includes updates on the Nine Pond Project and the zero waste facility. Additionally, the committee will address new stipends, committee seats, and 2023 elections.

• Plastic Bag ordinance
• Multifamily Property Improvement Green Grant Program
• Nine Pond Project
• Zero waste facility status
• New stipends and committee seats

The committee approved the November meeting minutes and a new meeting schedule. Members elected Thaddeus Waterman as Chair and Janet Nackoney as Secretary. The committee discussed a proposed plastic bag ban and a green grant program for multifamily properties.

• Approved November meeting minutes
• Approved new meeting schedule
• Elected Thaddeus Waterman as Chair
• Elected Janet Nackoney as Secretary

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board will discuss redistricting updates and vendor equipment needs. Members will also review candidate information materials and outreach programs. The board is scheduled to adopt the 2023 meeting and election calendars.

• Redistricting updates regarding voter rolls and advertising
• Vendor updates for Ballot Scout, Fort Orange Press, and equipment
• Review of candidate packets and information session dates
• Adoption of the 2023 BOSE meeting and election calendars
• Outreach plans including school outreach and an 'I Voted' sticker contest

The Board unanimously adopted the 2023 meeting and election calendars. Members discussed potential additional polling locations in Ward 4 and reviewed vendor options for the May 2023 election. No final decisions were made regarding new polling sites or vendor contracts.

• Approved 2023 BOSE meeting and election calendar (unanimous)
• Selected 'Option 1' for May 2023 election graphic design/branding
• Determined candidate information video will focus on campaign finance
• Tabled approval of December/January minutes to next meeting

Education Advisory Committee

The Education Advisory Committee will vote on grant application recommendations for City Council approval. The committee will also discuss the Educational Facilities Task Force's objectives regarding Hyattsville Elementary School.

• Vote on EAC grant application recommendations
• Discussion of Hyattsville Elementary School phases and timelines
• Selection of school grant recipients to recommend to Council

The committee approved six grant applications for Hyattsville Middle, Edward M Felegy Elementary, and Roger Heights Elementary. Members also discussed potential delays to the Hyattsville Elementary School rebuild due to City Council concerns over Project Labor Agreements.

• Approved EAC grant application recommendations for council approval (Unanimous)
• Approved 6 school grant applications: 2 Hyattsville Middle, 3 Edward M Felegy Elementary, 1 Roger Heights Elementary (Unanimous)
• Approved January 5th, 2023 agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved November 28th, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Compensation Review Committee

The committee will discuss recommendations regarding compensation for the Mayor and Council members. Members will also receive an update on interviews conducted with former Council Members Carrianna Suiter and Erica Spell. The group will review the draft report and presentation due January 30th.

• Compensation recommendations for Mayor and Council members
• Update on interviews with former Council Members Carrianna Suiter and Erica Spell
• Review of draft report and presentation due January 30th

The committee approved a conceptual approach using a spreadsheet to calculate percentage salary increases for the mayor and council. A motion to maintain a one percent budget ceiling for council was tabled. Members will review the city charter and submit proposed salary figures before the next meeting.

• Approved conceptual approach in spreadsheet for council and mayor percentage increases
• Tabled motion to stay below one percent ceiling for council budget
• Accepted previous meeting minutes

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will hold elections for its officers. The meeting includes a report on tree permits, denials, and illegal removals, as well as updates regarding Audubon Wildlife and Casey Tree. Members will also consider proposed revisions to Chapter 112.

• Election of officers
• Proposed revisions to Chapter 112
• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
• Audubon Wildlife and Casey Tree updates

The board elected a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for one-year terms. Members discussed proposed revisions to tree replacement and species requirements in Chapter 112-4.2B. Staff provided updates on upcoming wildlife and tree care workshops.

• Approved December 2022 meeting minutes
• Elected G. Taylor Johnson as Chair
• Elected Gloria Felix-Thompson as Vice Chair
• Elected Randy Fletcher as Secretary

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items, including the reallocation of federal ARPA funds to support household and small business emergency relief. The agenda also includes adopting new ordinances regarding 5G permits and ethics code updates. Additionally, the council will consider transportation projects and local appointments.

• Reallocate $500,000 in ARPA funds to the Household Emergency Relief Program
• Adopt ordinances for 5G permits and ethics code updates
• Contract up to $100,000 with Pennoni for transportation studies and design
• Expenditure up to $17,000 for mural restoration at 3505 Hamilton Street
• Renew Red Light Camera program through December 31, 2023

The City Council approved the reallocation of $500,000 from the Non-Profit Emergency Relief program and $100,000 from the Permit Expediting Program to household and small business relief. The Council also approved several consent items, including a mural restoration and a red light camera contract renewal. A request to postpone a Prince George's County Planning Board item was also approved.

• Reallocated $500,000 ARPA funds from Non-Profit Emergency Relief to Household Emergency Relief Program
• Reallocated $100,000 ARPA funds from Permit Expediting Program to Small Business Emergency Relief program
• Approved $17,000 for restoration of the Cedric Egeli mural at 3505 Hamilton St
• Approved 1-year renewal of Red Light Camera program agreement with Verra Mobility
• Approved expenditure not to exceed $100,000 to Pennoni for transportation projects
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-06 regarding 5G Permits
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-08 updating the Ethics Code
• Approved request to Prince George's County Planning Board to postpone item DSP-21001