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HagerstownMD averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$207,700 Typical home value $303,286 +0.4% yr/yr · +29.5% 5-yr
Municipal budget
Total revenue$126.3M (FY2023)
Total spending$107.8M (FY2023)
Taxes$43.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$94.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,479 (FY2023)
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Regular Session
Council to vote on multiple annexations and $4M+ in contracts
The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council will hold a regular session with public hearings on Land Management Code Amendments, consider several annexation plans and resolutions, and vote on a consent agenda containing numerous contracts and software renewals totaling over $4 million. The meeting also includes appointments, a proclamation, and citizen comment periods.
- Public hearing on Land Management Code Amendments
- Annexation resolutions: Cline Farm (1140 Jefferson Blvd), Cumberland Valley Veterinary Clinic (17747 Virginia Ave), Meritus Health Doey's House (11370 Caring Pathway Ln), Burkholder-McDade Properties
- Consent agenda: Pavement Preservation Program FY27-FY28 (Craig Paving, Inc., not to exceed $1,300,000)
- Consent agenda: Wastewater Pelletizer Facility Operations Contract (NEFCO, $1,768,387.87)
- Consent agenda: HPD Police Mobile Annual Software Renewal (Keystone Public Safety, $165,462.00)
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Regular Session (46th Voting Session)
Mayor and City Council
August 25, 2026
Agenda
7:00 PM - August 25, 2026 - REGULAR SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
IV. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. A. Rules of Procedure – Effective November 18, 2025
B. Use of cell phones during meetings is restricted.
C. All correspondence for distribution to Elected Officials should be provided to the City Clerk and should include a copy for the City Clerk for inclusion in the official record.
D. Meeting Schedule:
1. Tuesday, September 1, 2026 – No Meeting Scheduled
2. Tuesday, September 8, 2026 – Work Session at 4:00 p.m.
3. Tuesday, September 15, 2026 – Work Session at 4:00 p.m.
4. Tuesday, September 22, 2026 – Regular Session at 7:00 p.m.
5. Tuesday, September 29, 2026 – No Meeting Scheduled
V. APPOINTMENTS
A. Charter Review Committee
Ethics Commission &n …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Executive Session
Council holds closed session on business proposal, appointments, legal advice
The Mayor and Council is meeting in a closed executive session to discuss a business proposal, board appointments, and legal advice. No public decisions are expected, as the agenda consists entirely of exempt matters under state law.
- Business proposal for a company to locate, expand, or remain in Maryland
- Board appointments: Charter Review Committee, Ethics Commission, Hagerstown Youth Council Partner Group, Hagerstown Housing Authority
- Legal advice regarding a court order
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Executive Session
Mayor and Council
August 18, 2026
Agenda
4:00 PM - EXECUTIVE SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
1. Executive Session Agenda
2. To consider a matter that concerns the proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the State; (#4)
*Business Proposal
3. To discuss (i) the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom it has jurisdiction; (#1)
* Board Appointments - Charter Review Committee
Ethics Commission
Hagerstown Youth Council Partner Group
Hagerstown Housing Authority
4. To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice; (#7)
* Legal Advice regarding a Court Order
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Work Session
Council reviews annexations, grants, new positions, and 2027 legislative priorities
The Mayor and Council are holding a work session to review the preliminary agenda and discuss several items, including homeless outreach and youth mentoring teams, acceptance of an urban tree grant, new full-time positions, and three annexation requests. They will also receive an update from the Department of Housing and Community Development and discuss legislative priorities for the 2027 Maryland General Assembly. The meeting includes an executive session, and no final votes are scheduled.
- Urban Tree Grant Program – acceptance of grant, presented by City Engineer Jim Bender
- New full-time positions: Communications and Hagerstown Police Department, presented by City Administrator Scott Nicewarner
- A-2025-01 – Cumberland Valley Veterinary Clinic Annexation, 17747 Virginia Avenue
- A-2025-02 – Meritus Health, Inc. Doey's House Annexation, 11370 Caring Pathway Lane
- A-2026-02 – Burkholder-McDade Annexation
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Work Session and Executive Session
August 18, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
“The delicate balance of mentoring someone is not creating them in your own image but giving them the opportunity to create themselves.” — Steven Spielberg
2:00 PM WORK SESSION
2:00 PM 1. Preliminary Agenda Review
2:10 PM 2. Homeless Outreach and Youth Mentoring Teams – Mayor and City Council
2:40 PM 3. Urban Tree Grant Program -Acceptance of Grant - Jim Bender, City Engineer
2:50 PM 4. New Full-Time Positions: Communications and Hagerstown Police Department – Scott Nicewarner, City Administrator
3:05 PM 5. Department of Housing and Community Development Community Liaison Update - Sue Kyler, Community Liaison, and Amanda L. Gregg, Director of Housing & Community Development
3:20 PM 6. A-2025-01 - Cumberland Valley Veterinary Clinic Annexation - 17747 Virginia Avenue - Matt Ross, Planner
3:40 PM 7. A-2025-02 - Meritus Health, Inc. - Doey's House Annexation - 11370 Caring Pathway Lane - Matthew Ross, Planner
3:40 PM 8. A-2026-02 - Burkholder-McDade Annexation - Matthew Ross, Planner
4:10 PM 9. Legi …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Work Session
Council to discuss LEAD program for law enforcement diversion
The Mayor and Council are holding a work session to discuss the Washington County Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program. This is a strategic discussion, not a final decision. The agenda includes only this item, along with administrator and council comments.
- Strategic discussion on Washington County Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Work Session
August 17, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
2:00 PM WORK SESSION
2:00 PM 1. Washington County Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) Strategic Discussion
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Executive Session
Council holds executive session on business recruitment proposal
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss a proposal concerning a business or industrial organization locating, expanding, or remaining in the state. This is a closed session, and no public decisions or details are provided in the agenda.
- Executive session to consider a business or industrial organization proposal (item #4)
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Executive Session
Mayor and Council
August 11, 2026
Agenda
4:00 PM - EXECUTIVE SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
1. Executive Session Agenda
2. To consider a matter that concerns the proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the State; (#4)
* Business Proposal
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Work Session
Council to review nuisance codes, fireworks, annexation, and CDBG contracts
The Mayor and Council will hold a special session, work session, and executive session. They will vote on CDBG subrecipient agreements and a Granicus contract, then discuss various topics including a fireworks event, nuisance code updates, rental facilities, habitual offender proposal, historic district guidelines, and the Cline Farm annexation.
- Approval of FY27 CDBG Subrecipient Agreements resolution
- Approval of Year 3 contract with Granicus for Meeting Management System
- Additional fireworks event at Meritus Park on September 18, 2026
- Review of Nuisance Abatement and Property Maintenance Code, Weed Code update
- Review of Cline Farm Annexation
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Special Session (45th Voting Session), Work Session, and Executive Session
August 11, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
“And if we cannot end now our differences, at least we can help make the world safe for diversity.”— John F. Kennedy
2:00 PM SPECIAL SESSION
1. Approval of a Resolution - City FY27 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Subrecipient Agreements
2. Approval of Year 3 Contract with Granicus for the Meeting Management System
2:00 PM WORK SESSION
2:10 PM 1. American Change Agent: A Life & Legacy of Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion – Anada Leeke/ Dr. John Leeke
2:25 PM 2. Additional Fireworks Event at Meritus Park - September 18, 2026 - Jim Bender, City Engineer
2:30 PM 3. Review of Nuisance Abatement and Property Maintenance Code, Weed Code Update - Paul Fulk, Housing Manager
4. Rental Facilities Update - Paul Fulk, Housing Manager
5. Habitual Offender Proposal - Paul W. Fulk, Housing Manager, and Amanda Gregg, Director of Housing and Community Development
3:00 PM 6. Historic District Design Guidelines Update - Stephen R. Bockmiller, Deputy Director for Pla …
Thu Aug 6, 2026
Executive Session
Mayor and Council to discuss business location proposal
The Mayor and Council will meet in an executive session to discuss a proposal regarding a business or industrial organization locating, expanding, or remaining in the state.
- Discussion of a business proposal regarding industrial organization location or expansion
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Executive Session
Mayor and Council
August 6, 2026
Agenda
6:30 PM - EXECUTIVE SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
1. Prior to the Executive Session, the Mayor and Council will meet in Open Session only for the purpose of voting to close its meeting to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits it to discuss in Executive/Closed Session.
2. Executive Session Agenda
3. 1. To consider a matter that concerns the proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the State; (#4)
* Business Proposal
Thu Aug 6, 2026
Executive Session
Mayor and Council to discuss business or industrial organization proposal
The Mayor and Council are meeting in an executive session. The body will discuss a proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the state.
- Discussion of a business proposal regarding a business or industrial organization
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Executive Session
Mayor and Council
August 6, 2026
Agenda
10:00 AM - EXECUTIVE SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
1. Prior to the Executive Session, the Mayor and Council will meet in Open Session only for the purpose of voting to close its meeting to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits it to discuss in Executive/Closed Session.
2. Executive Session Agenda
3. 1. To consider a matter that concerns the proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the State; (#4)
* Business Proposal
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Executive Session
Closed-door meeting to discuss potential business relocation or expansion
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session to consider a matter related to a business or industrial organization’s proposal to locate, expand, or remain in the state. They will also consult with legal counsel for advice.
- Discussion of business relocation/expansion proposal
- Legal consultation
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Executive Session
Mayor and Council
August 4, 2026
Agenda
3:45 PM - EXECUTIVE SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
1. Executive Session Agenda
2. To consider a matter that concerns the proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the State; (#4)
* Business Proposal
3. To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice; (#7)
* Legal Advice
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Work Session
Work session reviews parks, heritage, and city code updates
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council will hold a work session to discuss six items, including the ENOUGH Community Parks Initiative, the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area, and updates on the Sister City program. The meeting also includes a review of Community Development Block Grant subrecipient agreements and proposed changes to the 2026 Land Management Code.
- ENOUGH Community Parks Initiative presentation by Keith Fanjoy
- Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area update by Liz Schatto
- Sister City: Hagerstown Indiana update by Mike Keifer
- CDBG FY27 Subrecipient Agreements review by Letizia Turner and Margi Joe
- 2026 Land Management Code Amendment Proposals ZT-2026-02 by Stephen R. Bockmiller
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Work Session and Executive Session
August 4, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members” – Coretta Scott King
2:00 PM WORK SESSION
2:00 PM 1. ENOUGH Community Parks Initiative – Keith Fanjoy, Bester Community of Hope
2:30 PM 2. Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area – Liz Schatto, Executive Director
2:40 PM 3. Sister City: Hagerstown Indiana Update – Mike Keifer
2:50 PM 4. Public Square Christmas Tree – Brittany Arizmendi, Director of Community Engagement
3:00 PM 5. CDBG FY27 Subrecipient Agreements - Letizia Turner, Planning & Outreach Coordinator and Margi Joe, Community Development Manager
3:10 PM 6. 2026 Land Management Code Amendment Proposals ZT-2026-02 - Stephen R. Bockmiller, Deputy Director for Planning and Zoning Administration
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
EXECUTIVE SESSION
3:45 PM 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION
ADJOURN
Tue Jul 28, 2026
Regular Session
City Council to approve water fee ordinances and multiple grant agreements
The Hagerstown City Council will consider two new ordinances amending Chapter 238 and Chapter 240 to establish water and sewer miscellaneous fees for FY27 through FY31. Council members will also vote on several resolutions, including a settlement with Boulevard Contractors, LLC at 32 N. Potomac Street and the acceptance of the Entertainment District Security Grant and the Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network Grant. In addition, the council will review and approve a series of contracts and purchases listed under the consent agenda, such as police vehicle acquisitions and utility system upgrades.
- Ordinance amending Chapter 238 to create Water Miscellaneous Fees (FY27‑FY31)
- Ordinance amending Chapter 240 to create Sewer Miscellaneous Fees (FY27‑FY31)
- Resolution approving Settlement Agreement with Boulevard Contractors, LLC at 32 N. Potomac Street
- Resolution approving Acceptance of the Entertainment District Security Grant
- Police department vehicle purchases, e.g., 2026 Ford Explorer ST‑Line – $47,000
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Regular Session (44th Voting Session)
Mayor and City Council
July 28, 2026
Agenda
7:00 PM - July 28, 2026 - REGULAR SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
IV. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. A. Rules of Procedure – Effective November 18, 2025
B. Use of cell phones during meetings is restricted.
C. All correspondence for distribution to Elected Officials should be provided to the City Clerk and should include a copy for the City Clerk for inclusion in the official record.
D. Meeting Schedule: 1. Tuesday, August 4, 2026 – Work Session at 2:00 p.m. 2. Tuesday, August 11, 2026 – Work Session at 2:00 p.m. …
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Executive Session
Council will discuss a business proposal to locate or expand in the area
The Hagerstown City Council will hold an executive session. Council members will discuss appointments to the Historic District Commission. They will also seek legal advice from counsel. Finally, they will consider a proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the state.
- Appointment to the Historic District Commission
- Consultation with city counsel for legal advice
- Consideration of a business or industrial organization proposal to locate, expand, or remain in the state
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Executive Session
Mayor and Council
July 21, 2026
Agenda
4:00 PM - EXECUTIVE SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
1. Executive Session Agenda
2. To discuss: (i) the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom it has jurisdiction;
(#1) * Appointments: Historic District Commission
3. To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice;
(#7) * Legal Advice
4. To consider a matter that concerns the proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the State; (#4)
* Business Proposal
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Work Session
Hagerstown Mayor and Council to discuss FY28 budget and city infrastructure
The Mayor and Council will hold a special session to establish a Charter Review Committee. A subsequent work session will cover budget planning, utility fee adjustments, and specific neighborhood projects.
- Resolution to establish Charter Review Committee
- Proposed parking permit system for Historic Heights Neighborhood
- Settlement agreement with Boulevard Contractors for 32 N. Potomac Street
- Water and sewer miscellaneous fee adjustments
- FY28 Budget discussion
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Special Session (43rd Voting Session), Work Session and Executive Session
July 21, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
2:00 PM SPECIAL SESSION
1. Approval of a Resolution: Establishing Charter Review Committee
2:00 PM WORK SESSION
2:05 PM 1. Preliminary Agenda Review
2:20 PM 2. Review of Lease Holdover -Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. Doug Reaser, Economic Development Manager
2:30 PM 3. Proposed Parking Permit System - Historic Heights Neighborhood - Jim Bender, City Engineer
2:50 PM 4. Settlement Agreement with Boulevard Contractors: 32 N. Potomac Street – Jim Bender, City Engineer
2:55 PM 5. Water and Sewer Miscellaneous Fee Adjustments -- Nancy Hausrath, Director of Utilities
3:05 PM 6. E-Bikes & E-Scooters/Camera System – Chief Paul ‘Joey’ Kifer & Captain Andrew Lewis
3:25 PM 7. Strategic Demolition Fund & Community Legacy Grant Application - Matthew Ross, Planner
3:40 PM 8. FY28 Budget Discussion – Scott Nicewarner, City Administrator
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
EXECUTIVE SESSION
4:00 PM 1. The Mayor and Council will meet in Open Session for the purpose of voting to close its meeting to discuss matters …
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Executive Session
Mayor and Council meet for executive session on July 14, 2026
The Mayor and Council will meet in an executive session to consult with counsel regarding two contract agreements. The body will also consider two business proposals related to organizations locating or expanding in the state.
- Consultation with counsel regarding two contract agreements
- Discussion of two business proposals for industrial or business organizations
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Executive Session
Mayor and Council
July 14, 2026
Agenda
3:00 PM - EXECUTIVE SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
1. Executive Session Agenda
2. To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice; (#7)
* Two (2) Contract Agreements
3. To consider a matter that concerns the proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the State; (#4)
* Two (2) Business Proposals
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Work Session
Hagerstown Council discusses forest conservation and energy storage systems
The Mayor and Council will meet for a special session and work session. Discussion items include amendments to the Forest Conservation Ordinance and a grant request for Wheaton Park.
- Ordinance ZT-2026-01: Amendments to the Forest Conservation Ordinance
- Confirmation of existing PILOT agreement with Hagerstown Housing Authority
- FY2028 Community Parks and Playgrounds Grant Request for Wheaton Park shade structure
- Battery Energy Storage System RFP development and solicitation
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Special Session (42nd Voting Session), Work Session and Executive Session
July 14, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
"Opportunities don't happen, you create them" - Annonymous
2:00 PM SPECIAL SESSION
1. Approval of Minutes - May 5, 2026, May 12, 2026, May 19, 2026, and May 26, 2026
2. Approval of an Ordinance: Amendments to the Forest Conservation Ordinance - ZT-2026-01
2:00 PM WORK SESSION
2:10 PM 1. Confirmation of Existing Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) Agreement: Hagerstown Housing Authority – Amanda Gregg, Director of Housing & Community Development and Sean Griffith, Executive Director of Hagerstown Housing Authority
2:20 PM 2. Community Parks and Playgrounds Grant Request FY2028 Wheaton Park Shade Structure – Eric Deike, Director of Public Works
2:35 PM 3. Battery Energy Storage System RFP Development and Solicitation – Nathan Fridinger, Deputy Director of Electric Operations and Jason Bachtell, Electric Engineering Manager
2:50 PM 4. Charter Review Committee – Mayor and City Council
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
Regular Session
Hagerstown City Council considers fire equipment, utility contracts, and forest ordinances
The Mayor and City Council will conduct a work session and regular session involving various appointments and public hearings. The agenda includes several consent items for fire department equipment, insurance premiums, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Public hearing for Forest Conservation Ordinance amendments (ZT-2026-01)
- Fire Department purchase of Pierce Enforcer Pumper for $1,500,000.00
- Storm Drain System Upgrades for Bridge Structure HAG-12 for $326,272.00
- Wastewater Atlas Copco Five-Year Service Plan for $693,468.56
- Oaths of office for Amanda L. Gregg and Oren B. Reed
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Work Session & Regular Session (40th Voting Session)
Mayor and City Council
June 23, 2026
Agenda
6:30 p.m. WORK SESSION – Council Chamber, 2nd floor, City Hall
7:00 PM - June 23, 2026 - REGULAR SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
IV. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. A. Rules of Procedure – Effective November 18, 2025
B. Use of cell phones during meetings is restricted.
C. All correspondence for distribution to Elected Officials should be provided to the City Clerk and should include a copy for the City Clerk for inclusion in the official record.
D. Meeting Schedule
1. Tuesday, July 7, 2026 – No Meeting Scheduled
2. Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – Work Session at 2:00 p.m.
3. Tuesday, July 21, 2026 – Work Session at 2:00 p.m.
4. Tuesday, July 28, 2026 – Regular Session at 7:00 p.m.
V. APPOINTMENTS
A. Oath of Office – Amanda L. Gregg, Director of Housing & Community Development Oath of Office – Oren B. Reed, Director of Information Technology
B. Board of Co …
Tue Jun 23, 2026
Work Session
Discussion of Opioid Restitution Funds
The Mayor and Council will hold a work session regarding Opioid Restitution Funds. The discussion includes Michelle Hepburn, Brooke Garver, and Karen Reese.
- Opioid Restitution Funds discussion
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Work Session
June 23, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
“The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
6:30 PM WORK SESSION
6:30 PM 1. Opioid Restitution Funds – Michelle Hepburn, Chief Financial Officer, Brooke Garver, Accounting & Budget Manager, and Karen Reese, Grant Coordinator
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Work Session
Hagerstown Council discusses landlord-tenant rules and parking permits
The Mayor and Council will meet for a special session to approve the FY2027 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan. The work session includes discussions on a proposed parking permit system for Historic Heights and a landlord-tenant ordinance.
- Approval of FY2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan
- Landlord Tenant Ordinance Discussion
- Proposed Parking Permit System: Historic Heights Neighborhood
- Renewal of Miss Maryland Contract 2027-2031
- Request to use Fairgrounds Park for football tournament
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Executive Session, Special Session (40th Voting Session) and Work Session
June 9, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
"Spring being a tough act to follow, God created June." - Al Bernstein
EXECUTIVE SESSION
2:30 PM 1. The Mayor and Council will meet in Open Session only for the purpose of voting to close its meeting to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits it to discuss in Executive/Closed Session
2:30 PM 2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
4:00 PM SPECIAL SESSION
4:00 PM 1. Approval of Resolution: FY2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) FY2027 Annual Action Plan
4:00 PM WORK SESSION
4:10 PM 1. Pride Month Proclamation
4:15 PM 2. Request to Use Fairgrounds Park for Football Tournament – Matthew Rempe, Hagerstown Hitters
4:25 PM 3. Preliminary Agenda Review
4:35 PM 4. Renewal of Miss Maryland Contract 2027-2031 - Brittany Arizmendi, Director of Community Engagement
4:45 PM 5. Landlord Tenant Ordinance Discussion – Mayor and City Council
5:15 PM 6. Proposed Parking Permit System: Historic Heights Neighborhood – Jim Bender, City Engineer
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
MAYOR AND COUNC …
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Executive Session
Mayor and Council meeting for executive session
The Mayor and Council will meet in an executive session to consult with counsel. The discussion includes a contract agreement and a business proposal.
- Consultation with counsel regarding a contract agreement
- Consultation with counsel regarding a business proposal
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Executive Session
Mayor and Council
June 9, 2026
Agenda
2:30 PM - EXECUTIVE SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
1. Executive Session Agenda
2. To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice; (#7)
* Contract Agreement
* Business Proposal
Tue Jun 2, 2026
Work Session
Council discusses forest conservation, community development, and union contracts
The Mayor and Council will hold a work session to discuss several city programs and updates. The meeting includes discussions on the CDBG FY 2027 Annual Action Plan and the Edgemont Reservoir Rehabilitation Project. A special session is scheduled for the approval of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) union contract.
- Amendments to Forest Conservation Ordinance
- CDBG FY 2027 Annual Action Plan
- Revisions to the Quit Claim Policy
- Edgemont Reservoir Rehabilitation Project Update
- Approval of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Union Contract
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Executive Session, Work Session and Special Session (39th Voting Session)
June 2, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted” ~ Aesop
EXECUTIVE SESSION
3:30 PM 1. The Mayor and Council will meet in Open Session only for the purpose of voting to close its meeting to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits it to discuss in Executive/Closed Session
3:30 PM 2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
4:00 PM WORK SESSION
4:00 PM 1. Amendments to Forest Conservation Ordinance - Valerie Feinberg, Senior Planner
4:15 PM 2. CDBG FY 2027 Annual Action Plan - Margi Joe, Community Development Manager and Letizia Turner, Planning & Outreach Coordinator
4:30 PM 3. Revisions to the Quit Claim Policy – Jim Bender, City Engineer
4:45 PM 4. Edgemont Reservoir Rehabilitation Project Update - Nancy Hausrath, Director of Utilities
5:05 PM 5. Invest Hagerstown Program FY27 Funding Levels -- Chris Siemerling, Economic Development Specialist
5:15 PM 6. Hagerstown Youth Council Annual Update – Rachel Paul, Youth Council Supervisor
5:30 PM 7. International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (I …
Tue Jun 2, 2026
Executive Session
Council to discuss personnel matters and board appointments
The Mayor and Council will meet in executive session to discuss various personnel matters. The agenda includes discussions regarding appointments for the Board of Code Appeals and the Historic District Commission.
- Appointments for Board of Code Appeals
- Appointments for Historic District Commission
- Various Personnel Matters
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Executive Session
Mayor and Council
June 2, 2026
Agenda
3:30 PM - EXECUTIVE SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
1. Executive Session Agenda
2. 1. To discuss: (i) the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom it has jurisdiction; (#1)
* Appointments: Board of Code Appeals and Historic District Commission * Various Personnel Matters
Tue May 26, 2026
Regular Session
Hagerstown City Council considers utility contracts, zoning amendments, and new business
The Mayor and City Council will review various consent agenda items including utility service contracts and insurance coverage. The session also includes unfinished business regarding two zoning map amendments and several new resolutions for community projects and agreements.
- Zoning Map Amendment: Trolley Drive and Corboy Drive (ZM-2026-01)
- Zoning Map Amendment: Evergreen Property North side of Eastern Boulevard and east side of Leitersburg Pike (ZM-2026-02)
- Utility Bill Processing and Mailing - Artista Information Systems: $228,000.00
- Alley Reconstruction - Concrete Central: $260,000.00
- Skatepark Improvements at Fairgrounds Park - Concrete Central, LLC: $28,600.00
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Regular Session (38th Voting Session)
Mayor and City Council
May 26, 2026
Agenda
1:00 PM - May 26, 2026 - REGULAR SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor William B. McIntire
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
IV. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. A. Rules of Procedure – Effective November 18, 2025
B. Use of cell phones during meetings is restricted.
C. All correspondence for distribution to Elected Officials should be provided to the City Clerk and
should include a copy for the City Clerk for inclusion in the official record.
D. Meeting Schedule:
1. Tuesday, June 2, 2026 – Work Session at 4:00 p.m.
2. Tuesday, June 9, 2026 – Work Session at 4:00 p.m.
3. Tuesday, June 16, 2026 – No Meeting Scheduled – MML Summer Conference
4. Tuesday, June 23, 2026 – Regular Session at 7:00 p.m.
5. Tuesday, June 30, 2026 – No Meeti …
Tue May 19, 2026
Work Session
Council discusses FY 2027 tax rates, budget, and utility rates
The Mayor and Council will meet to consider ordinances regarding the FY 2027 tax rate and budget. The session also includes discussions on water and sewer rates for FY27 through FY31 and a grant application for the Bay Restoration Fund.
- Adoption of Tax Rate Ordinance for FY 2027
- Adoption of Budget Ordinance for FY 2027
- Establishment of Water Rates for FY27 through FY31
- Establishment of Sewer Rates for FY27 through FY31
- Bay Restoration Fund Grant Application
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Work Session
May 19, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
4:00 PM SPECIAL SESSION
1. Adoption of an Ordinance: Tax Rate FY 2027
2. Adoption of an Ordinance: Budget FY 2027
3. Approval of an Ordinance: Establish Water Rates for FY27 through FY31
4. Approval of an Ordinance: Establish Sewer Rates for FY27 through FY31
4:00 PM WORK SESSION
4:15 PM 1. Proclamation : Haitian Heritage Month
4:20 PM 2. Preliminary Agenda Review
3. Engineering and Capital Projects Program: Bay Restoration Fund Grant Application - Nancy Hausrath, Director of Utilities
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Tue May 12, 2026
Work Session
Council discusses FY 2027 budget and upcoming tax and utility rate ordinances
The City will present the FY 2027 budget presentation and discussion schedule. The Special Session includes the introduction of ordinances for property tax rates, the city budget, and water and wastewater rates through 2031.
- FY 2027 Budget Presentation
- Ordinance: Real Property Tax Rate beginning July 1, 2026
- Ordinance: Budget FY2026/2027
- Ordinance: Water and Wastewater Rates for FY 2027 through FY 2031
- Sale of 2003 KME XMFD Pumper Truck
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Work Session and Special Session (36th Voting Session)
May 12, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
“Imagination is everything. It is the preview to life’s coming attraction.” Albert Einstein
5:00 PM WORK SESSION
5:00 PM 1. Washington County Arts Council – Kathryn Gratton, Board Member and Incoming President and Chris Brewer, Executive Director
5:30 PM 2. FY 2027 Budget Presentation and Upcoming Discussion Schedule – Scott Nicewarner, City Administrator, Michelle Hepburn, Chief Financial Officer and Brooke Garver, Accounting and Budget Manager
6:00 PM 3. Application for Safe Streets for All – Jim Bender, City Engineer
6:15 PM 4. Charter Review: Next Steps – Scott Nicewarner, City Administrator
5:15 PM 5. GIS Program Briefing - Oren Reed, Information Technology Manager and Rylee Ely GIS Coordinator
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Testimony for Public Hearings will be accepted in person at the scheduled meeting. Anyone wishing to speak during the public hearing must sign in at City Hall prior to the hearing. Each speaker will be permitted to speak for three (3) minutes.
Public Hearing Notices
Public …
Tue May 5, 2026
Executive Session
Mayor and Council meeting for executive session
The Mayor and Council will meet in an executive session at City Hall. The agenda includes a consultation with counsel to obtain legal advice regarding pending litigation.
- Consultation with counsel regarding pending litigation
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Executive Session
Mayor and Council
May 5, 2026
Agenda
3:00 PM - EXECUTIVE SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
1. Executive Session Agenda
2. To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice; (#7)
* Pending Litigation
Tue May 5, 2026
Work Session
Hagerstown Council discusses FY 2027 budget and community funding reallocations
The Mayor and Council will review the FY 2027 budget presentation and upcoming discussion schedule. The session includes discussions on summer camp funding, CDBG funds, and Wheaton Park enhancements.
- FY 2027 Budget Presentation
- 2026 Reallocation of Summer Camp Funding
- Reallocation of unexpended CDBG CV-Cares Act Funding
- Additional funding for Wheaton Park Enhancement Project Phase II Bandshell Construction
- Position Descriptions for Department of Planning and Economic Development
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Executive Session and Work Session
May 5, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
“Every improvement, no matter how small, moves our community forward.”
EXECUTIVE SESSION
3:00 PM 1. The Mayor and Council will meet in Open Session only for the purpose of voting to close its meeting to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits it to discuss in Executive/Closed Session
3:00 PM 2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
4:00 PM WORK SESSION
4:00 PM 1. Proclamations:
World Red Cross Day
JustServe City
4:15 PM 2. FY 2027 Budget Presentation and Upcoming Discussion Schedule – Michelle Hepburn, Chief Financial Officer and Brooke Garver, Accounting and Budget Manager
4:45 PM 3. Hagerstown Field House: Update on Operations – Jim Bender, City Engineer and John Wack, Eastern Sports Management
5:05 PM 4. 2026 Reallocation of Summer Camp Funding – Eric Deike, Director of Public Works
5:15 PM 5. Presentation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Advisory Committee Recommendations for FY 2027 Public Service Awards – Margi Joe, Community Development Manager
5:25 PM 6. Recommendation for Re …
Tue Apr 28, 2026
Regular Session
Hagerstown City Council considers various contracts and zoning amendments
The Mayor and City Council will review several consent agenda items including infrastructure, technology, and utility contracts. The meeting also includes the introduction of new ordinances regarding zoning map amendments and an annexation plan.
- Zoning Map Amendment for Trolley Drive and Corboy Drive (ZM-2026-01)
- Zoning Map Amendment for Evergreen Property (ZM-2026-02)
- Annexation Plan for Cline Farm (A-2026-01)
- Northern Avenue Curb and Sidewalk Improvements: $164,846.00
- Neighborhood Park Development - Antietam Creek Stream Access: $342,913.00
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Regular Session (35th Voting Session)
Mayor and City Council
April 28, 2026
Agenda
7:00 PM - April 28, 2026 - REGULAR SESSION - Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor William B. McIntire
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
IV. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. A. Rules of Procedure – Effective November 18, 2025
B. Use of cell phones during meetings is restricted.
C. All correspondence for distribution to Elected Officials should be provided to the City Clerk and
should include a copy for the City Clerk for inclusion in the official record.
D. Meeting Schedule:
1. Tuesday, May 5, 2026 – Work Session at 4:00 p.m.
2. Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – Work Session at 4:00 p.m.
3. Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – Public Hearing at 7:00 p.m.
FY27 Property Tax Rate
FY27 Budget
Water and Wastewater Rates
4. Tuesday, May …
Tue Apr 21, 2026
Work Session
City officials review FY 2027 budget and utility rate models
The Mayor and Council will conduct a work session covering fiscal planning and infrastructure. Discussions include the upcoming fiscal year budget, wastewater rate updates, and transportation priorities.
- FY 2027 Budget Review
- City Transportation Priorities Letter to DOT
- Columbia Gas Crossbore CCTV Inspection
- Reinstallation of the RISE Sculpture
- Wastewater Rate Model Update discussion
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Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall
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Mayor and Council
Work Session
April 21, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
"Once you choose hope, anything's possible." - Dana Reeve
1:00 PM WORK SESSION
1:00 PM 1. FY 2027 Budget Review – Scott Nicewarner, City Administrator, Michelle Hepburn, Chief Financial Officer and Brooke Garver, Accounting & Budget Manager
1:40 PM 2. Preliminary Agenda Review
1:50 PM 3. City Transportation Priorities Letter to DOT – Jim Bender, City Engineer
2:00 PM 4. Columbia Gas Crossbore CCTV Inspection – Jim Bender, City Engineer
2:05 PM 5. Reinstallation of the RISE Sculpture – Jim Bender, City Engineer
2:25 PM 6. Discussion: Wastewater Rate Model Update -- Nancy Hausrath, Director of Utilities
2:45 PM 7. Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Direct Funding Request for Uncommitted FY 2026 - Matt Ross, Planner
2:50 PM 8. Founder's Day Proclamation - Eric Deike, Director of Public Works and Kay Osmer, Recreation Program Coordinator
3:05 PM 9. Stakeholder Discussions Update – Mayor and City Councilmembers
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Tue Apr 14, 2026
Executive Session
City reviews FY 2027 budget with administrators and CFO
The Hagerstown City Council and Mayor will discuss a range of topics during a work session, including a FY 2027 budget review presented by the City Administrator, CFO, and Budget Manager. Other items include updates on solar energy, rent stabilization, a memorandum of understanding with the National Railway Historical Society, and several infrastructure and zoning projects. The meeting will close with an executive session to vote on closing the session for matters allowed under the Open Meetings Act.
- FY 2027 Budget Review – presented by City Administrator Scott Nicewarner, CFO Michelle Hepburn, and Budget Manager Brooke Garver
- Northern Avenue Sidewalk Replacement Project – presented by City Engineer Jim Bender
- Cline Farm Annexation (A-2026-01) – located at Eastern Blvd. & Jefferson Blvd., presented by Planner Matthew Ross
- Recommendation to suspend accepting new property renovation applications to the Partners in Economic Progress (PEP) Program – presented by Jill Thompson and Chris Siemerling
- Locomotive 202 Memorandum of Understanding with Hub City Chapter, National Railway Historical Society – presented by Director of Public Works Eric Deike
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Mayor and Council
Work Session and Executive Session
April 14, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
“The Past Has No Power Over the Present Moment” Eckhart Tolle
1:00 PM WORK SESSION
1:00 PM 1. Solar Energy Information – Antwon Jones and Curtis Hovis, CEO Sunburst Solar LLC
1:15 PM 2. Rent Stabilization – Information from the Landlord Association – Mayor and City Council
1:35 PM 3. FY 2027 Budget Review – Scott Nicewarner, City Administrator, Michelle Hepburn, Chief Financial Officer and Brooke Garver, Accounting & Budget Manager
2:15 PM 4. ENVY – Mayor and City Council
2:45 PM 5. Locomotive 202 Memorandum of Understanding Hub City Chapter, National Railway Historical Society, Inc. – Eric Deike, Director of Public Works
2:55 PM 6. Invest Hagerstown Program Update - FY'26 - Chris Siemerling, Economic Development Specialist
3:05 PM 7. Recommendation to Suspend Accepting New Property Renovation Applications to Partners in Economic Progress (PEP) Program – Jill Thompson, Director of and Economic Development, and Chris Siemerling, Economic Development …
Tue Apr 7, 2026
Meeting
Hagerstown council discusses FY 2027 budget and downtown events
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session followed by a work session to discuss the FY 2027 budget, upcoming events, and childcare grants. The meeting includes proclamations for April awareness months.
- FY 2027 Budget Presentation and Discussion Schedule
- Update to Electric Retail Operating Rate Case No. 9836
- Open Container Exemption for Additional Downtown Events
- Bright Start Childcare Grant Program (New or Expanded)
- Recreation Spring & Summer Programs and Events
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Mayor and Council
Executive Session and Work Session
April 7, 2026
Agenda
"The City of Hagerstown will inspire an inclusive, business-friendly, and sustainable community with clean, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods."
"The City of Hagerstown shall be a community focused municipality"
The agenda and meeting packet is available at www.hagerstownmd.org/government/agenda
“Do What You Can, With What You Have, Where You Are.” Theodore Roosevelt
4:00 PM WORK SESSION
3:00 PM 1. The Mayor and Council will meet in Open Session only for the purpose of voting to close its meeting to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits it to discuss in Executive/Closed Session.
3:00 PM 2. EXECUTIVE SESSION – Council Chamber, 2nd floor, City Hall
4:00 PM 3. Proclamations:
Autism Awareness Month
National Poetry Month
Second Chance Awareness Month
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
4:10 PM 4. FY 2027 Budget Presentation and Upcoming Discussion Schedule – Scott Nicewarner, City Administrator, Michelle Hepburn, Chief Financial Officer and Brooke Garver, Accounting and Budget Manager
5:10 PM 5. Update to Electric Retail Operating Rate Case No. 9836 - Nathan Fridinger, Deputy Director of Electric Operations
5:15 PM 6. Recreation Spring & Summer Programs and Events -- Amy Riley, Recreation Supervisor
5:25 PM 7. Open Container Exemption for Ad …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $125.7M | SIERRA NEVADA COMPANY, LLC Department of Defense · NON-ACAT FMS RSAF KA350ER ISR/SAR MODIFICATION BASIC UCA |
| $19.4M | HAGERSTOWN GOODWILL INDUSTRIES, INC. Department of Defense · IGF::OT::IGF CUSTODIAL SERVICES FOR FORT DETRICK AND FOREST GLEN |
| $16.4M | KR-MTAC LLC Department of Homeland Security · PROTECTIVE SECURITY OFFICER SERVICES IN MARYLAND |
| $15.5M | SIERRA NEVADA COMPANY, LLC Department of Defense · FOLLOW ON CONTRACT FOR SUSTAINMENT |
| $14.4M | KR-MTAC LLC Department of Homeland Security · PROTECTIVE SECURITY OFFICER (PSO) SERVICES IN SUITLAND, MD |
| $13.6M | HAGERSTOWN GOODWILL INDUSTRIES, INC. Department of Defense · THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROVIDE FOLLOW-ON CUSTODIAL SERVICE |
| $12.1M | KR-MTAC LLC Department of Homeland Security · PROTECTIVE SECURITY OFFICER SERVICES IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA |
| $12.0M | KR CONTRACTING INC Office of Personnel Management · THEODORE ROOSEVELT BUILDING(TRB)GUARD SERVICES |
| $11.0M | KR-MTAC LLC Department of Homeland Security · PROTECTIVE SECURITY OFFICER (PSO) SERVICES |
| $10.6M | KR-MTAC LLC Department of Homeland Security · PROTECTIVE SECURITY OFFICER SERVICES AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT N |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Washington County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+807 people (+$7.6M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)4 ({"Hurricane": 5, "Snowstorm": 4, "Flood": 3, "Severe Storm": · last Sat Jan 24, 2026)
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments3,417 (61,729 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,242/mo (2,306 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy20.6% (low numeracy 32% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$126.3M
Spending$107.8M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$94.9M
Debt-to-revenue0.75×
Debt-load index47 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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