Mount Rainier public meetings in 2022

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for a special City Council meeting. The only listed items are the agenda itself and the official minutes from a prior meeting, with no substantive decisions or discussions scheduled.

• Agenda package for special meeting
• Official minutes from 12/20/2022 meeting

The City Council approved a proposal to provide a $500 holiday bonus to each current employee. The funds for these bonuses will be drawn from operating expenses for wages.

• Approved $500 holiday bonus per employee from operating expenses (5-0-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda with the removal of the Schick Goldstein Architects Contract item (5-0-0)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for a special legislative meeting of the Mount Rainier City Council. The only listed items are the agenda itself and a notice of a closed session, with no substantive policy or business items detailed.

• Special legislative meeting scheduled
• Notice of closed session filed

The City Council met for a special legislative session. The council voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel (5-0-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (5-0-0)

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will hold a first reading of a rent stabilization ordinance, vote on a contractor for the Potts Hall/Welcome Center project, and appoint members to the Police Advisory Board. They will also discuss purchasing new police vehicles and vote on a holiday bonus for city staff. The meeting includes a presentation on first-quarter FY23 financial results and adoption of the FY24 budget calendar.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 10-2022, Rent Stabilization
• Vote on contractor selection for Potts Hall/Welcome Center project ($3 million fund)
• Appointments to the Police Advisory Board
• Second reading and adoption of Resolution No. 04-2022, FY24 Budget Calendar
• Discussion on purchasing new police vehicles

The City Council approved a contract for the first phase of the Potts Hall/Welcome Center renovation and authorized the purchase of new police vehicles. The council also appointed five members to the Police Advisory Board and adopted the FY2024 budget calendar.

• Approved Monarc Construction for Potts Hall phase 1 renovation at $3,040,079 (4-0-0)
• Approved proposal to purchase new police vehicles (3-0-1)
• Approved appointments to Police Advisory Board: Intisar Haamid, Charnette Robinson, Shivali Shah, Valerie Silensky, and Toni George (4-0-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 04-2022 for FY2024 Budget Calendar (4-0-0)
• Approved minutes for May 4, 2021, October 18, 2022, and November 1, 2022 (4-0-0)
• Tabled holiday bonus for City Staff to the next meeting

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council is holding a virtual work session to discuss multiple items, including a presentation on the Arundel Road Green Street project, a report on federal and state earmark options, updates on Spring Park and Potts Hall, and first-quarter reports from the Administrative Services and Human Resources departments. The council will also discuss applications for the Police Review and Advisory Board, housing stability, a potential animal ordinance, ARPA project status, and a budget amendment for police cars.

• Presentation on Arundel Road Green Street project by Prince George's County Dept. of Environment
• Report from Greenwill Consulting Group on Federal and State Earmark Options
• Update on Potts Hall (Welcome Center) proposals
• Discussion on applications for Police Review and Advisory Board
• Budget amendment discussion on Police Officers Cars

The Mayor and Council reviewed bids for the Potts Hall renovation and selected Monarc Construction Inc. as the lowest bidder. They also discussed potential rent stabilization ordinances and the Arundel Road Green Street Project.

• Approved agenda with amendment moving item #10 to #8
• Directed City Manager to work with City Attorney on a contract for Monarc Construction Inc for Potts Hall renovation
• Approved three separate motions to extend meeting time (all 4-0-0)
• Tabled ARPA Discussion and Update #24 to another meeting
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (4-0-0)

City Council

The Mount Rainier Mayor and City Council will discuss and vote on several items, including ARPA funding for Potts Hall/Welcome Center, a contract extension, and a $16,000 bike co-op repair, as well as the Arts Commission's 2022 art banner project and appointments to the Police Advisory Board. They will also hold a first reading of the FY2024 budget calendar and hear presentations on a building application at 4105 30th Street and a pilot for the Affordable Connectivity Program.

• ARPA vote on Potts Hall/Welcome Center contractor and $16,000 for Bike Co-op windows and rear shelter replacement
• First reading of Resolution 04-2022, proposed budget calendar for FY2024
• Appointment of five members to the Police Advisory Board
• Presentation on building application for 4105 30th Street
• Discussion on joining a pilot for the Affordable Connectivity Program ($45/month internet discount)

The Mayor and Council approved funding for Bike Co-op repairs and an ARPA consultant contract. The council also approved 15 artist recommendations for a two-year banner project. Several items, including the Potts Hall contractor and Police Advisory Board appointments, were moved to future meetings.

• Approved $16,000 for Bike Co-op windows and rear shelter replacement (5-0-0)
• Approved $30,000 for one-year renewal of ARPA Consultant contract with Thomas/Michael LLC (5-0-0)
• Approved 15 artist recommendations for the Arts Commission 2022 Art Project banners (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes for May 18, 2021, Sept 20, 2022, and Oct 06, 2022 meetings (5-0-0)
• Tabled Potts Hall/Welcome Center contractor proposal to November Work Session
• Tabled Police Advisory Board appointments to November Work Session

City Council

The Mount Rainier Mayor and City Council will hold a virtual work session to receive presentations and discuss several key items, including the Municipal Net Zero Plan, the Economic Development and Police Department first quarter reports, an update on Spring Park, residential parking rules, ARPA fund status, and the proposed FY2024 budget calendar. The meeting is primarily for discussion, not final decisions.

• Presentation and discussion on Municipal Net Zero Plan
• Presentation on Economic Development First Quarter Report, including a $33,600 annual lease for 3503 Perry Street and $325,000 in grant requests for 34th Street façade improvements
• Presentation on Police Department First Quarter Report, including fleet electrification plans
• Discussion on residential parking, specifically a three-foot buffer on either side of driveway curb cuts
• Discussion on proposed FY2024 budget calendar

City Council

This City Council meeting has no published agenda; the only available material is a notice of a closed session. Residents should review the meeting minutes for any official actions or discussion.

• No agenda published
• Notice of closed session (PDF)

The Mount Rainier City Council approved outstanding meeting minutes from June and August 2021 and September 2022. They heard a presentation from the owner of ArtfulNSoul, a proposed art and entertainment venue at 3409 Perry Street, but took no vote on the business. The ARPA discussion was moved to a work session, and a public hearing on a budget amendment was held with no public comment.

• Approved minutes for June 1, 2021, June 15, 2021, August 9, 2022, and September 6, 2022 (5-0)
• Moved ARPA discussion and vote to work session (no vote recorded)
• Held public hearing on Ordinance 09-2022 (budget amendment) with no public comment
• Moved into closed session for personnel and legal advice (5-0)

City Council

The Mount Rainier Mayor and City Council will hold a virtual work session to discuss several items, including a concept plan for the Perry Street and 31st Street intersection, a staff draft of the West Hyattsville-Queens Chapel Sector Plan and proposed zoning changes, and updates on the Finance Department, the 3200 Rhode Island project, and ARPA funds. They will also discuss appointments to the Police Advisory Board, a timeline for in-person meetings, and other administrative matters. The meeting is for discussion only, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Presentation on Perry Street and 31st Street intersection concept plan, including a proposed closure of Perry Street at Eastern Avenue
• Presentation on West Hyattsville-Queens Chapel Sector Plan and proposed Sectional Map Amendment with 28 zoning changes
• Update on Finance Department status
• Update on 3200 Rhode Island project
• Discussion on ARPA fund reallocation

The Council discussed a concept plan to close Perry Street at 31st Street, with concerns from the Fire Marshall about emergency access and potential costs over $100,000. They reached consensus to move forward with the plan and have the City Manager consult the Toole Design Group. The Council also received a presentation on the West Hyattsville-Queens Chapel Sector Plan, a 25-year redevelopment plan for the Metro station area. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was a work session.

• Consensus to move forward with the Perry Street/31st Street intersection closure plan and consult Toole Design Group
• Discussed but no decision on the West Hyattsville-Queens Chapel Sector Plan and Sectional Map Amendment
• Noted FY2022 surplus of $980,032 and cash balance of $8,251,144; no formal action taken
• Decided to move forward with vacant property tax for 3200 Rhode Island property and add it to the City's vacant property list
• Agreed to postpone Police Advisory Board appointment until next legislative meeting, with a call for a Ward 1 applicant
• Decided to wait for ADA accessibility before discussing permanent adoption of the Throne Bathroom
• Directed City Manager to create a plan for hybrid Council meetings and research other cities' practices
• Agreed that Councilmember Tarlau would attend the Liquor Control Commission meeting on the 3409 Perry Street liquor license and request a presentation from the business owner

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will hold a legislative meeting with presentations and awards, followed by votes on appointments, a budget amendment, creating a Youth Council, ARPA funding for an art gallery, and extending a public hearing deadline on traffic calming devices. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 09-2022, FY2023 Budget Amendment #1
• Second reading and adoption of Resolution 03-2022, creating the Mount Rainier Youth Council
• ARPA discussion and vote on Operation Arts Art Gallery Project funding
• Vote on extending time for public hearing on traffic calming devices petitions
• Appointments to Scholarship and Recreation Committees

The Council approved Ordinance 09-2022 amending the FY2023 budget, including $50,000 for events and a $5,000 transfer for Latino Heritage Celebration, and removed a speed camera revenue transfer pending verification. They also adopted Resolution 03-2022 creating the Mount Rainier Youth Council, appointed members to the Scholarship and Recreation Committees, and deferred decisions on traffic calming petitions until a comprehensive streets study is completed.

• Adopted Ordinance 09-2022 (FY2023 Budget Amendment #1) with amendments (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 03-2022 creating the Mount Rainier Youth Council (4-0)
• Appointed five residents to the Scholarship Committee (4-0)
• Appointed five residents to the Recreation Committee (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 for Operation Arts Art Gallery Project via ARPA (4-0)
• Deferred decision on traffic calming petitions until Toole Design Group study completed (4-0)
• Approved minutes from four prior meetings (4-0)

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will hold a special legislative meeting to take a final vote on Ordinance 08-2022, authorizing a $2 million general obligation bond to finance Potts Hall (Welcome Center) renovations. The council will also discuss the Operation Arts project, introduce a FY2023 budget amendment, and introduce a resolution to create a Youth Council.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 08-2022: $2,000,000 general obligation bond for Potts Hall (Welcome Center) renovations, sold to Truist Bank at 3.27% interest
• Discussion on the Operation Arts project
• Introduction and first reading of Ordinance 09-2022: FY2023 Budget Amendment #1
• Introduction and first reading of Resolution 03-2022: Creating the Mount Rainier Youth Council
• Closed session summary for July 26, 2022, to be read into record

The Mount Rainier City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 08-2022, authorizing a general obligation bond to finance or reimburse costs for the Potts Hall (Welcome Center) renovations project. The council also discussed a proposed free art gallery by Operation Arts, with the mayor requesting the item be placed on the September agenda for funding consideration. Introductions were made for a FY2023 budget amendment and a resolution to create a Mount Rainier Youth Council, both to be considered at a future meeting.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 08-2022 for Potts Hall renovation bond (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 09-2022, FY2023 Budget Amendment #1 (first reading)
• Introduced Resolution 03-2022, creating Mount Rainier Youth Council (first reading)
• Adjourned legislative meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned public hearing on speed monitoring ordinance (5-0)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Mount Rainier City Council meeting. The only listed items are the agenda itself and a notice of a closed session, with no substantive policy or decision items detailed.

• Notice of closed session

The Mount Rainier City Council held a special legislative meeting and introduced Ordinance 08-2022, which authorizes a general obligation bond to finance or reimburse costs for the Potts Hall (Welcome Center) renovations project. The council discussed the ordinance's flexibility and limitations, including restrictions on private use of the bond-financed facility. No final vote was taken on the ordinance; it was only introduced for first reading. The council also voted unanimously to enter closed session for personnel and legal consultation.

• Introduced Ordinance 08-2022 for Potts Hall renovations bond (first reading)
• Approved agenda amendment to include personnel matter in closed session
• Voted 5-0 to enter closed session for personnel and legal advice

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will discuss and vote on financing options for the Potts Hall Welcome Center renovation, with estimated costs between $2 million and $3 million. They will also introduce and adopt an emergency ordinance to codify and expand the city's speed monitoring system, allowing speed cameras in residential districts with a 35 mph limit. The meeting is a special legislative session held virtually.

• Vote on financing options for Potts Hall Welcome Center, with Truist Bank offering 3.27% (10-year) and 3.45% (15-year) rates
• Emergency Ordinance 07-2022 to codify speed monitoring system and expand to residential districts
• Speed camera fines set at $40 for violations of 12 mph over limit
• Potts Hall project estimated to cost $4.5–$5 million, with $2.25 million in current funds
• Truist Bank commitment expires August 26, 2022

The City Council voted 5-0 to authorize preparing financing documents for a $2 million, 10-year loan from Truist Bank to renovate Potts Hall/Welcome Center, with no prepayment in the first half of the term and prepayment allowed without penalty in the second half. The Council also adopted Emergency Ordinance 07-2022, codifying the city's speed monitoring system and aligning it with state law. A public hearing was held on Ordinance 06-2022 regarding debt collection for parking meter fines, but no vote was taken.

• Approved preparing financing documents for $2M Truist Bank loan, 10-year term (5-0)
• Adopted Emergency Ordinance 07-2022 codifying speed monitoring system (5-0)
• Held public hearing on Ordinance 06-2022 for parking meter fine debt collection (no vote)

City Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 05-2022, establishing a Police Review and Advisory Board, and Ordinance 06-2022, allowing debt collection for unpaid parking meter fines. They also discussed financing options for the Potts Hall/Welcome Center, heard presentations on solar panels and community projects, and agreed to add a Gateway CDC funding request to the ARPA list.

• Adopted Ordinance 05-2022 creating Police Review and Advisory Board (5-0)
• Adopted Emergency Ordinance 06-2022 for debt collection of unpaid parking fines (5-0)
• Approved minutes for May 2, 4, 12, and 17 meetings (5-0)
• Agreed to add Gateway CDC $150,000 request to ARPA list for next meeting
• Directed City Manager to proceed with due diligence on solar panel proposals
• Supported providing letter for Washington Bridge Unit historic grant

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will hold a legislative meeting with votes on a $25,000 loan from the Million Dollar Incentive Fund for Hands on Barbers, the 2023 Youth Scholarship Award schedule, and other items. They will also discuss and possibly vote on a public art banner project, receive updates on South Park improvements, and hear a proposal from Throne to place a portable bathroom unit in the city's Park and Ride Lot. The agenda includes several discussion items and routine approvals.

• Vote on $25,000 loan for Hands on Barbers from Million Dollar Incentive Fund
• Discussion and possible vote on Arts Commission FY2022 public art banner project for lamp posts in Mixed Used Town Center
• Presentation on Throne proposal to add a portable bathroom unit in the Park and Ride Lot at Perry & 35th St
• First reading of Ordinance 05-2022 to add Police Review and Advisory Board, repealing Ordinance 08-2020
• Second reading and adoption of Resolution 02-2022 for Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

The Mount Rainier City Council approved multiple ARPA funding allocations, including $1 million for Potts Hall/Welcome Center, $922,000 for the Newton Street Stormwater Project, $45,000 for 3409 Rhode Island Ave, and an additional $20,000 for the Small Business Grant Program. They also approved a $25,000 loan to Hands on Barbers from the Million Dollar Incentive Fund, adopted the Arts Commission FY22 Public Art Project, and moved forward with a street and sidewalk study by Toole Design. The council also adjusted the 2023 Youth Scholarship review period and appointed Councilmember Valerie Woodall as liaison to the Gateway CDC.

• Approved $1M ARPA funds for Potts Hall/Welcome Center (5-0)
• Approved $922,000 for Newton Street Stormwater Project (5-0)
• Approved $45,000 for 3409 Rhode Island Ave (5-0)
• Approved additional $20,000 for Small Business Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved up to $25,000 loan to Hands on Barbers (5-0)
• Adopted Arts Commission FY22 Public Art Project (5-0)
• Approved moving forward with Toole Design street/sidewalk study (5-0)
• Extended 2023 Youth Scholarship review period to May 31 (unanimous)

City Council

The Mount Rainier Mayor and City Council will hold a virtual work session to discuss several items, including a presentation from Teach 'em to Fish CDC on a workforce training program, a proposal from Gateway CDC to fund artist-owned studios along Route 1, and setting priorities for FY2023. They will also discuss financing and issuing an RFP for redeveloping Potts Hall, review committees, and receive an update on ARPA-funded projects. The agenda includes a discussion of Ordinance 05-2022 to establish a Police Review and Advisory Board.

• Discussion of Ordinance 05-2022 adding Police Review and Advisory Board to Chapter 24
• Gateway CDC proposal for funding artist-owned studios along Route 1 Corridor
• Discussion of financing and RFP for Potts Hall (Welcome Center) redevelopment
• Teach 'em to Fish CDC presentation on workforce training with costs up to $4,600 per student
• ARPA discussion and update #16 on project status

The Mount Rainier Mayor and Council held a work session with presentations from Teach 'em to Fish CDC and Gateway CDC, discussed FY2023 priorities, and supported a $40,000 renovation of the Insurance Building at 3409 Rhode Island Avenue. They also allocated $2.7 million in ARPA funds for various projects, leaving $2.6 million remaining, and discussed a revised Police Review and Advisory Board ordinance. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Supported $40,000 renovation of Insurance Building at 3409 Rhode Island Avenue
• Allocated $2.7 million in ARPA funds for projects, $2.6 million remaining
• Asked City Manager to obtain solar panel proposals for Malinda Miles, Public Works, and Police Department buildings
• Scheduled Gateway CDC proposal presentation for June Work Session
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved 5-minute extension (5-0)
• Approved meeting adjournment (5-0)

City Council

This agenda is largely procedural, listing the agenda and meeting materials. The only substantive item is a notice of a closed session, indicating the council will discuss matters in private.

• Notice of closed session for May 12, 2022

The Mount Rainier City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 04-2022, which sets the tax rate and appropriates funds for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022. The council also approved the amended agenda and entered closed session. Public comments included requests for ARPA funding to repair the Bike Coop roof and for contingency funds for events.

• Adopted amended agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 04-2022, establishing tax rate and FY2023 budget (5-0)
• Moved to closed session (5-0)

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council meeting for May 4, 2022, consists solely of a notice of a closed session. No other items are listed, so the agenda is procedural and contains no public decisions or discussions.

• Notice of closed session

The Mount Rainier City Council adopted ordinances for the FY2023 budget, open burning regulations, and a property tax credit for seniors and veterans. The budget vote was initially suspended to allow the City Manager to correct staffing figures, then reconvened on May 12, 2022. The council also approved ARPA funding awards and a support letter for community programs.

• Adopted Ordinance 04-2022 (FY2023 budget) after suspending vote for corrections (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 02-2022 permitting outdoor burning under certain conditions (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 03-2022 granting property tax credit for seniors and retired veterans (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 ARPA award to Joe's Movement Emporium for Hispanic/Latino programs
• Approved $5,000 Small Business Grant to Thea Dennis-Brown
• Approved support letter for Building Change Inc, MEA EmPOWER, DHCD Community Legacy programs (4-0)
• Approved minutes for March 15, April 2, and April 5 meetings (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 02-2022 for Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council is holding a special legislative meeting to certify the results of the April 25, 2022 special election, swear in Valerie Woodall as the Ward 2 councilmember, and discuss and vote on the Council Rules and Procedures. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Certification of special election results by Elections Supervisor Nichole Logan
• Swearing-in of Valerie Woodall as Councilmember Ward 2
• Discussion and vote on Council Rules and Procedures
• Official election count: Woodall 130, Toni George 108

The council certified the April 25, 2022 special election results and swore in Valerie Woodall as the new Ward 2 councilmember. The council also adopted its Council Rules and Procedures by a 4-0 vote. A $250,000 check for the Welcome Center was presented by state delegates.

• Certified April 25, 2022 special election results
• Swore in Valerie Woodall as Ward 2 councilmember
• Adopted Council Rules and Procedures (4-0)

City Council

The Mount Rainier Mayor and Council will hold a budget work session to read Ordinance 04-2022, which sets the FY2023 tax rates and adopts the annual budget. Following that, a public hearing will address traffic calming devices and zoned residential parking on specific streets. The meeting is primarily procedural, with the ordinance reading and public hearing as the main items.

• Ordinance 04-2022 sets FY2023 tax rates: $0.76 per $100 for single-family and townhouse, $0.86 for multi-family, $0.79 for commercial and industrial, $2.50 for vacant developed, $0.99 for business personal property, $2.75 for railroad/public utility operating property
• FY2023 total budgeted revenues: $11,389,539.87; total budgeted expenditures: $11,221,104.78
• Public hearing on traffic calming devices for 4000 block of 36th Street, 3400 block of Newton Street, 4000 block of 30th Street, and 31st and Taylor
• Public hearing on zoned residential parking for 4000 block of 36th Street and 3200 and 3300 blocks of Perry Street
• Budget includes 48 full-time equivalent employees (FTEs) for FY2023, up from 46 in FY2022

The City Council held a budget work session where Ordinance No. 04-2022, establishing the FY2023 tax rate and budget, was read but not voted on. A public hearing was held on traffic calming devices and zoned residential parking, with residents testifying in favor of speed humps and stop signs on several streets, and discussing parking concerns. No formal decisions were made on these items during the meeting.

• Adjourned budget work session (4-0)
• Adjourned public hearing (4-0)

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a briefing on the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay Zone, a review of the Spring Park tree protection plan, an update on ARPA-funded projects, and a resolution for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Following the work session, the Council will hold a public hearing and work session on the proposed FY 2023 budget. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Review of Spring Park tree protection plan and next steps
• Discussion of ARPA project status (update #14)
• Resolution for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Public hearing on proposed FY 2023 budget
• Briefing on Mount Rainier Neighborhood Conservation Overlay Zone

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will vote on the recipients of the Small Business Grant Program funded by ARPA, discuss the FY2023 budget with a first reading of the tax rate and appropriations ordinance, and hold first readings on ordinances to allow certain outdoor burning and to grant property tax credits for seniors and veterans. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Kids to Parks Day and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Vote on ARPA Small Business Grant recipients: Brewtainer LLC, America Custom Print LLC, Color by Tangie LLC, El Palenque Mini Grocery LLC
• First reading of Ordinance 04-2022 establishing FY2023 tax rate and budget
• First reading of Ordinance 02-2022 to permit outdoor burning of certain materials and repeal Section 10-115
• First reading of Ordinance 03-2022 granting property tax credit for senior citizens and retired veterans
• Proclamation declaring May 21, 2022 as Kids to Parks Day

The Mount Rainier City Council held its first reading of Ordinance 04-2022, which sets the tax rate and adopts the FY2023 budget, with a proposal to lower taxes for single-family homes and townhouses. The council also introduced ordinances to allow certain outdoor burning and to expand a property tax credit for seniors and veterans. The meeting included announcements of a $250,000 state grant for Green Street and flooding improvements and the approval of seven $3,000 youth scholarships funded by ARPA.

• Adopted agenda with addition of Youth Scholarship Program (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 04-2022 for FY2023 budget and tax rate (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 02-2022 to permit certain outdoor burning (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 03-2022 to expand senior/veteran property tax credit (first reading)
• Adopted minutes from Feb 15 and Mar 1 meetings (4-0)
• Approved $250,000 state grant for Green Street and flooding improvements (announced)
• Approved seven $3,000 youth scholarships from ARPA funds (announced)

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed real property tax rate and the FY 2023 budget, followed by a work session to review the budget. The agenda is limited to these items, with no other substantive business listed.

• Public hearing on proposed real property tax
• Review of proposed FY 2023 budget
• Public comment rules: 3-minute limit per speaker

The City Council held a public hearing and work session on the proposed FY2023 budget and tax rates. They proposed reducing the residential/single-family home real property tax rate by $0.03 per $100 of assessed value, which would reduce tax revenue by $121,638. The council also discussed various budget adjustments, including adding $6,500 for a pilot composting program and creating a separate line item for the Arts Commission. No final votes were taken on the budget or tax rates; the meeting was procedural and adjourned.

• Proposed reducing residential real property tax rate by $0.03 to $0.76 per $100 (revenue loss $121,638)
• Discussed adding $6,500 for pilot composting program (no vote)
• Noted $19,000 separate line item for Arts Commission in proposed budget
• Moved line items 5510, 5511, 5512 to City Hall; increased 5512 from $7,500 to $12,500
• Increased line item 5505 City Sponsored Meeting from $1,500 to $5,500
• Removed line item 5209 Traffic Calming Devices
• Created line item 'Tree Replacement Fund' for $1,200
• Moved Bike Co-op and Green Team expenses to Public Works

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will discuss the proposed FY23 budget, a plan for redesigning streets and sidewalks, and the process for traffic calming and residential parking petitions. They will also review an ordinance to permit outdoor burning under certain conditions and receive updates on ARPA projects and Spring Park.

• Presentation on Proposed FY23 Budget
• Plan for engaging residents on street, sidewalk, and lighting redesign
• Discussion of traffic calming petitions for 36th & Bunker Hill and 31st & Taylor
• Review of Ordinance 02-2017 for senior citizen and veteran property tax credit
• Introduction of Ordinance 02-2022 to permit outdoor burning with conditions

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY23 budget, a plan for redesigning streets and sidewalks, and the process for traffic calming petitions. They will also review an ordinance to permit outdoor burning (firepits, chimineas) and receive updates on ARPA projects and Spring Park.

• Presentation on Proposed FY23 Budget
• Plan for engaging residents on street, sidewalk, and lighting redesign
• Discussion of traffic calming petitions for 36th & Bunker Hill and 31st & Taylor
• Introduction of Ordinance 02-2022 to permit outdoor burning under conditions
• Review of Ordinance 02-2017 for senior citizen and veteran property tax credit

The Mount Rainier City Council held a special legislative meeting and approved two variance requests for properties at 3209 Perry Street and 4046 34th Street. Both requests followed corrections made by property owners to address violations identified by the Design Review Board. The council also adopted the meeting agenda and adjourned, all by unanimous 4-0 votes.

• Approved variance for 3209 Perry Street (4-0)
• Approved variance for 4046 34th Street (4-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will receive updates on the Levee Project and the Art M.A.G.N.E.T public art project, and vote on appointments to the Arts Commission. They will also decide on next steps for Spring Park, allocate ARPA funds for food security, scholarships, and the Malinda Miles Building, and adopt a resolution for retroactive COVID-19 hazard pay. Additionally, they will consider a budget amendment transferring funds between line items.

• ARPA funds: $200,000 for food security, $21,000/year for 3 years for scholarships, $150,000 for Malinda Miles Building
• Resolution 01-2022: retroactive COVID-19 hazard pay, $262,200 from ARPA
• Ordinance 01-2022: FY22 Budget Amendment #3, transferring $126,852.50 between line items
• Appointments of Ariel Davis and Rachel Weber to the Arts Commission
• Discussion and vote on next steps for Spring Park

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will hold a work session to receive presentations and discuss several items, including the FY2020 audit, a mixed-use development at 3200 Rhode Island Avenue, a proposed $75,000 CIP allocation for South Park Skatepark and Playground upgrades, a composting pilot program, and updates on ARPA funds and Potts Hall. The council will also review an ordinance to establish a Police Review and Advisory Board and discuss a property tax credit for senior citizens and retired veterans.

• Presentation on FY2020 audit from auditors
• Presentation on 3200 Rhode Island Avenue mixed-use development by IFG Group
• Discussion of $75,000 CIP funds for South Park Skatepark and Playground upgrade
• Proposal for $3,000 pilot composting program for 30 residents
• Review of Ordinance No. 02-2017 for senior citizen and veteran property tax credit

The Mount Rainier Mayor and City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They received the FY2020 audit report from CohnReznick, which included four material weaknesses (repeat findings) but no instances of non-compliance. Presentations were made on the 3200 Rhode Island Ave. mixed-use development (99 condos, $36M cost), the Otis Street Building artwork proposal, a $75,000 CIP fund proposal for South Park Skatepark and Playground upgrades, and a city composting pilot program. The Council also discussed ARPA items, Potts Hall financing, and the Police Advisory Board, but took no action.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the February 8, 2022 legislative meeting minutes (with changes to be sent to the City Clerk).
• Moved to add 5 minutes to the meeting (passed 4-0).
• Adjourned the meeting (passed 4-0).

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will hold a legislative meeting with several votes: adopting a temporary amnesty for parking violation late fees, deciding on $1 million in ARPA spending for the 3300 block of Rhode Island Avenue and Perry Street, and first reading of a hazard pay resolution. They will also vote on a budget amendment and receive updates on the FY20 audit and homestead tax.

• Ordinance 13-2021: waives late fees/penalties for parking citations if original fines paid by April 30, 2022
• ARPA vote: $1 million for 3300 block of Rhode Island Avenue and Perry Street, including stormwater fixes at 33rd and Perry and Memorial Park
• Resolution 01-2022: retroactive COVID-19 hazard pay for police ($350/week, max $12,250) and public works/code compliance ($250/week, max $8,750) for Sept 2020-Apr 2021
• Ordinance 01-2022: FY22 budget amendment transferring $5,000 from Regular Pay to Election Costs
• Presentation on Homestead Tax and FY20 audit update

The Council approved $1 million in ARPA funds for the 3300 blocks of Perry Street and Rhode Island Avenue, including stormwater fixes and Memorial Park. They also adopted a parking violation amnesty ordinance, discussed the FY20 audit, and reviewed ARPA-funded projects. A hazard pay resolution and budget amendment for the special election were introduced.

• Approved $1M for 3300 Block Perry/RIA project including stormwater fixes and Memorial Park (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 13-2021 parking violation amnesty extended to April 30, 2022 (4-0)
• Adopted minutes for Sept 8, Dec 21, and Jan 4 meetings (3-0)
• Added 3300 Block project to ARPA agenda (4-0)
• Approved ARPA projects list including stormwater, education, business aid, residential aid, parks, healthcare, and city items
• Introduced Resolution 01-2022 for hazard pay totaling $260,200
• Introduced Ordinance 01-2022 FY22 Budget Amendment #3 for $5,000 for special election costs

City Council

The Mount Rainier Mayor and City Council will hold a virtual work session to discuss several items, including a presentation on the Memorial Park Project, an update on ARPA-funded projects, financing options for Potts Hall, and a resolution to provide retroactive COVID-19 hazard pay to eligible employees. The council will also review committee statuses, discuss a charter review commission, and receive updates on mail delivery and outdoor firepits.

• Resolution 01-2022: Retroactive COVID-19 hazard pay of $350/week (max $12,250) for Police Dept. employees and $250/week (max $8,750) for Public Works and Code Compliance employees for Sept. 1, 2020–Apr. 30, 2021
• Presentation on Memorial Park Project by LID Center
• Discussion of ARPA project status
• Update on Potts Hall financing options
• Discussion of Mayor's letter supporting MD HB0100/SB0014 Sustainable Maryland Program Fund

The Mount Rainier City Council approved $1.6 million in ARPA fund allocations for various projects, including stormwater management, education, business aid, residential aid, parks, healthcare, and city programs. The council also discussed the Memorial Park project, receiving a final design presentation and noting a $1.4 million estimated cost. A resolution on hazard pay was introduced but not voted on, with the council requesting a cost estimate before proceeding.

• Approved $20,000 for stormwater tree planting (4-0)
• Approved $20,000 each for outdoor classrooms at Thomas Stone and Mount Rainier Elementary Schools (4-0)
• Approved $50,000 for Joe's Movement Emporium – Arte Para Todos (4-0)
• Approved $50,000 for MRBA business aid (4-0)
• Approved $100,000 for food security and $50,000 for rental relief (4-0)
• Approved $150,000 for Richardson Park and $11,000 for Spring Park outlet (4-0)
• Approved $120,000 over 3 years for social worker and $10,000 for vaccine incentives (4-0)
• Approved $300,000 over 3 years for program manager and $100,000 for ARPA consultant (4-0)

City Council

The Mount Rainier City Council will hold first reading of a parking fine amnesty ordinance, vote on a charter amendment for filling council vacancies by special election, and decide on allocating ARPA funds for a social worker and tree planting. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Tree City USA and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• First reading of Ordinance 13-2021: temporary amnesty for parking violation late fees if original fines paid by Jan 31, 2022
• Second reading and vote on Resolution 09-2021: charter amendment to fill council vacancies by special election
• Vote on $40,000/year for 3 years ($120,000 total) for a social worker using ARPA funds
• Vote on $20,000 for climate resilience and stormwater mitigation urban tree planting using ARPA funds
• Proclamation for Tree City USA Arbor Day 2022

The Mount Rainier City Council approved the Spring Park design as presented at the community meeting and authorized the City Manager to execute the RFP and construction, using a $50,000 grant. The council also approved $40,000 for a full-time Social Worker for three years and $20,000 for Climate Resilience and Stormwater Mitigation Urban Tree Planting, both funded by ARPA. Additionally, the council adopted Resolution No. 09-2021 (Charter Amendment) and the minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved Spring Park design and authorized City Manager to execute RFP and construction (4-0)
• Approved $40,000 for Social Worker salary for 3 years (4-0)
• Approved $20,000 for Climate Resilience and Stormwater Mitigation Urban Tree Planting (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 09-2021, Charter Amendment (4-0)
• Adopted minutes for November 16, 2021, Work Session and December 07, 2021, Legislative Meeting (4-0)
• Added Discussion and Vote on Spring Park to agenda (4-0)