Prince George's County public meetings in 2023

County Council

The County Council meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters. Members will discuss the appointment of the Prince George’s County Public Schools Integrity and Compliance Officer.

• Discussion regarding the appointment of the Prince George’s County Public Schools Integrity and Compliance Officer

County Council

The Prince George's County Council will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair for the 2024 legislative year. The meeting also includes an exchange of gavel and remarks from the outgoing and incoming chairs.

• Election of County Council Chair (Dec 5, 2023 – Dec 3, 2024)
• Election of County Council Vice Chair (Dec 5, 2023 – Dec 3, 2024)
• Exchange of gavel
• Approval of November 21, 2023, County Council minutes

County Council

The County Council is meeting to consider several legislative items, including ordinances for cannabis use and property tax credits. The agenda also includes major bond authorizations for infrastructure, stormwater management, and the Largo Town Center Metro Development District.

• Cannabis use ordinance (CB-070-2023) regarding definitions, areas, and consumption regulations
• Homestead property tax credit establishment (CB-092-2023)
• Tax Differential Task Force term of office (CB-094-2023)
• Largo Town Center Metro Development District bonds up to $9,000,000 (CB-095-2023)
• General obligation and stormwater management bonds up to $779,045,000 (CB-100-2023)

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a $13.4 million appropriation of grants for various county departments, including Police and Fire. Members are also discussing zoning amendments for the Henson Creek-South Potomac Planning Area. Additionally, the Council will consider reallocating $1,020,000 in housing funds and letters regarding school construction and WMATA funding.

• Reallocation of $1,020,000 in CDBG funds for housing activities
• Minor Plan Amendment for Henson Creek-South Potomac Planning Area
• Sectional Map Amendment for the Henson Creek-South Potomac area
• Appropriation of $13,434,793 in grants for various county departments
• Endorsement of the Board of Education's FY 2025 Capital Budget request

County Council

The County Council will conduct legislative sessions including public hearings and third readings of several ordinances and acts. Items include a $13.4 million supplementary appropriation for various county departments and several zoning and regulatory updates.

• Resolution CR-109-2023: $13,434,793 in supplemental funding for various county departments
• CB-025-2023: Ordinance regarding donation container placement standards
• CB-072-2023: The Prince George’s County CHIPS Act of 2023 semiconductor incentive program
• CB-083-2023: Act concerning training requirements for volunteer firefighters
• CB-084-2023: Act establishing an early warning process for permits

Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will receive a briefing regarding noise ordinance enforcement from the City of College Park Department of Permitting, Inspections & Enforcement. The Department of Public Works & Transportation will also present an update on the Transit Transformation Initiative.

• Noise Ordinance Enforcement Update (City of College Park)
• Transit Transformation Initiative Update (DPW&T)

Task Forces-Workgroups

The Prince George's County Council is convening the Universal Implementation Work Group. The agenda includes introductions of workgroup members, a discussion of the mission, and planning for future meeting dates.

• Workgroup membership introductions
• Discussion of workgroup mission
• Planning of meeting preparation and dates

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed minor amendment to the 2009 Countywide Master Plan of Transportation. The Council will also consider an act regarding the declaration and disposal of certain surplus County-owned real property parcels.

• Proposed Minor Amendment to the 2009 Countywide Master Plan of Transportation (CR-072-2023)
• CB-103-2023: Declaring certain County-owned real property as surplus and approving a disposal plan

Sitting as the Board of Health

The Prince George's County Board of Health is holding a mental health town hall meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on the state of behavioral health in the county and remarks from delegates. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Presentation: 'The state of the behavioral health in Prince George’s County'
• Opening remarks by Council Vice Chair Wala Blegay and Dr. Lakisa Blocker
• Remarks from Delegates Jamila Woods, Tiffany Alston, and Ashanti F. Martinez
• Public comments

County Council

The County Council is scheduled to hold public hearings on several bills, including those concerning real estate appraisal bias and a vacant property registry. Additionally, the Council will consider resolutions regarding surcharge waivers for The Promise mixed-use development in Oxon Hill.

• CB-075-2023: Real Estate Appraisal Bias Ban of 2023
• CB-080-2023: Vacant Property Registry Program
• CB-082-2023: Grocery Store Tax Credits
• CR-097-2023: Public Safety Facilities Surcharge waiver for The Promise project
• CR-098-2023: School Facilities Surcharge waiver for The Promise project

Education and Workforce Development Committee

The Education and Workforce Development Committee will receive a briefing regarding the Boards Interagency Commission (IAC) recommendations. The presentation focuses on the FY25 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for Prince George's County Public Schools.

• FY25 CIP Presentation by Prince George's County Public Schools representatives

Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

The Committee is reviewing several resolutions related to The Promise, a 15-acre mixed-use development in Oxon Hill. Discussions include proposed waivers for public safety and school facilities surcharges, as well as a Payments in Lieu of Taxes agreement with the developer.

• Full waiver of public safety facilities surcharge for residential units at The Promise (CR-097-2023)
• Partial waiver of school facilities surcharge for residential units at The Promise (CR-098-2023)
• Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement between the County and A Determined Seed I LLC for The Promise (CR-105-2023)

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee is reviewing resolutions to correct wage rates for Department of Corrections and Sheriff officials. The meeting also includes briefings titled 'Life After Release' and 'Hope in Action'.

• Resolution CR-092-2023: correction of wage rates for Department of Corrections officials
• Resolution CR-096-2023: correction of wage rates for Office of the Sheriff officials
• Briefing: Life After Release
• Briefing: Hope in Action

Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee

The Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee is reviewing CR-083-2023. This resolution concerns the establishment of an annual residential building permit allocation process for Prince George's County.

• CR-083-2023: Resolution concerning a residential building permit allocation program

County Council

The County Council is reviewing several legislative acts, including new security requirements for high occupancy dwellings. The agenda also includes zoning amendments for the Henson Creek-South Potomac Planning Area and appointments to the Fire Commission.

• Zoning amendments for Henson Creek-South Potomac Planning Area
• Security surveillance requirements for high occupancy and senior housing (CB-066-2023)
• Procurement forecast and outreach for minority and small business enterprises (CB-067-2023)
• County contract evaluation program implementation (CB-071-2023)
• Fire Commission appointments for Johnathan L. Bolden, Antwan D. Holbert, Daniel L. Schaible, and Vanessa E. Surles

Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

The Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee is reviewing several legislative items including construction contract enforcement and personnel grade adjustments. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding a Black Maternal Health Fund and a healthcare options task force.

• CB-102-2023: Act concerning contractor requirements and enforcement for public construction contracts
• CR-101-2023: Resolution concerning procurement regulations and responsible contractor eligibility
• CR-088-2023: Resolution concerning adjustments to approved position grades across multiple county departments
• CR-090-2023: Resolution concerning a Black Maternal Health Fund for community grants
• CR-091-2023: Resolution creating the County Policies and Healthcare Options Task Force

Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to change water and sewer category designations for properties within the 2018 Water and Sewer Plan. The agenda also includes a briefing on Maryland Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS).

• Resolution CR-076-2023 regarding the 2018 Water and Sewer Plan amendments
• Briefing on Maryland Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS)

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a decrease in early voting centers for the 2024 presidential elections. The agenda also includes a telecommunications master plan and zoning amendments for the Henson Creek-South Potomac Planning Area. Additionally, the committee will consider resolutions regarding local impact grant funds and park fund appropriations.

• Decrease in early voting centers for 2024 Presidential Elections
• TTFCC 2023 Master Plan and Annual Report
• Henson Creek-South Potomac Planning Area minor amendment (CR-020-2023)
• Local Impact Grant Funds Multiyear Plan (CR-085-2023)
• FY 2023-24 Park Fund and Recreational Fund appropriation transfers (CR-095-2023)

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is reviewing several resolutions, including amendments to procurement rules for public construction projects. The agenda also includes appointments to the Commission for Individuals with Disabilities and the Washington Suburban Transit Commission. Additionally, the Council will consider new sector plans and office lease approvals.

• Amendments to procurement regulations regarding contractor responsibility (CR-101-2023)
• Port Towns Sector Plan and Sectional Map Amendment (CR-094-2023)
• Spending control limits for WSSC FY 2025 Water and Sewer budgets (CR-102-2023)
• Lease approval for a new Washington Suburban Transit Commission office (CR-104-2023)
• Appointments to the Commission for Individuals with Disabilities

County Council

The County Council is considering several bills related to taxation and large-scale bond issuances. These include a homestead property tax credit, the establishment of terms for the Tax Differential Task Force, and various bonds to fund infrastructure and capital projects.

• CB-092-2023: Homestead property tax credit for the taxable year beginning July 1, 2024
• CB-094-2023: Four-year term of office for appointees to the Annual Tax Differential Task Force
• CB-095-2023: Special obligation bonds not to exceed $9,000,000 for Largo Town Center Metro Development District infrastructure
• CB-100-2023: General obligation bonds up to $654,409,000 and stormwater management bonds up to $125,636,000

Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

The committee is reviewing legislation for a new homestead property tax credit and task force term changes. Members will also consider authorizing the issuance of general obligation and stormwater management bonds. These funds are intended to finance capital and stormwater projects for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

• Authorization of up to $654,409,000 in general obligation bonds
• Authorization of up to $125,636,000 in stormwater management bonds
• Establishment of a homestead property tax credit for the 2024 taxable year
• Four-year term for Annual Tax Differential Task Force appointees

Education and Workforce Development Committee

The Committee will hear presentations regarding P3 School Projects involving Fengate Asset Management and Gilbane Building Company. The meeting includes a review of the Board of Education's first financial report for FY 2024. Additionally, an update on the Memorial Libraries' Facilities Master Plan will be presented.

• Presentation on P3 School Projects
• Board of Education FY 2024 Financial Review #1
• Memorial Libraries' Facilities Master Plan Update

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider appointments to the Fire Commission and a resolution to create a task force focused on reducing hospital emergency room wait times. The agenda also includes briefings regarding 'Guns Down Friday' and the Department of Corrections.

• Resolution CR-082-2023 to establish a task force for hospital emergency room wait times
• Appointments of four individuals to the Fire Commission for Prince George's County
• Briefing on Guns Down Friday
• Department of Corrections briefing

General Assembly Committee

The General Assembly Committee will hold a discussion regarding the 2024 legislative priorities for Prince George's County. The agenda does not list any other specific business or decisions.

• Discussion of 2024 Prince George's County legislative priorities

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The County Council Committee of the Whole is reviewing several legislative items including updates to the Zoning Ordinance and Landscape Manual. The meeting also includes discussions on cannabis use regulations and a multiyear plan for Local Impact Grant funds.

• Proposed minor amendment to the 2014 Southern Green Line Station Area Sector Plan
• Proposed minor amendment to the 2006 Henson Creek-South Potomac Planning Area Master Plan
• Resolution concerning Local Impact Grant Funds Multiyear Plan (CR-085-2023)
• Resolution concerning County Council Rules of Procedure (CR-089-2023)
• Ordinance concerning the Zoning Ordinance Omnibus Bill (CB-073-2023)

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is introducing several bills regarding land use and economic development. Items include proposed regulations for cannabis uses and the establishment of a semiconductor manufacturing incentive program. The Council will also consider updates to urban street design standards and water and sewer plans.

• Introduction of the Prince George’s County CHIPS Act of 2023
• Proposed regulations for cannabis uses and on-site consumption prohibitions
• Adoption of urban street design policy and standards
• Amendments to the 2018 Water and Sewer Plan category designations
• Updates to the County Zoning Ordinance and Landscape Manual

Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee

The Committee is reviewing several legislative items including restrictions on donation containers, townhouse development limitations, and tenant rights. Members will also consider resolutions regarding a new infrastructure task force and residential building permit allocations.

• Ordinance prohibiting donation boxes for household items in exterior property or parking areas (CB-025-2023)
• Ordinance providing temporary limitations on townhouse development inconsistent with comprehensive plans (CB-052-2023)
• Act prohibiting landlords from inquiring into a prospective tenant's criminal history (CB-097-2023)
• Resolution establishing the Plan Prince George’s 2035 Implementation and Infrastructure Task Force (CR-081-2023)
• Resolution concerning an annual residential building permit allocation process (CR-083-2023)

Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee

The Committee will consider legislation regarding an early warning system for permit application delays. Members will also discuss amendments to the County Code regulating taxicabs and limousines.

• Appointment of Thomas H. Graham to the Washington Suburban Transit Commission
• CB-084-2023: Act concerning an early warning system for permit application delays
• CB-089-2023: Act concerning taxicabs and limousines regulations

Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

The Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee is reviewing several legislative items including labor laws and economic incentives. The agenda includes a reappointment to the Revenue Authority Board and discussions on various county ordinances.

• Reappointment of Necole M. Parker to the Revenue Authority Board
• Minimum wage changes for tipped employees (CB-098-2023)
• Public safety officer real property tax credit (CB-087-2023)
• Fair criminal record screening standards (CB-090-2023)
• Local business childcare grant program (CB-096-2023)

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will review two omnibus bills regarding zoning and landscaping. These items involve reconciling terms, procedures, and regulations to implement the County's new Zoning Ordinance.

• CB-073-2023: Omnibus bill concerning the Prince George’s County Zoning Ordinance
• CB-074-2023: Omnibus bill concerning the Prince George’s County Landscape Manual

Sitting as the District Council

The District Council is reviewing several zoning applications and development proposals. These include a rezoning request on Greenbelt Road and multifamily housing plans at Alta Woodmore. The council is also considering a site plan for the Arbor Street property.

• Rezoning 12.4 acres on Greenbelt Road from RR to RMF-48
• Design standard departure for 284 multifamily units at Alta Woodmore
• Detailed Site Plan for the Alta Woodmore development
• Site plan validation for wholesale use on Arbor Street

County Council

The County Council is conducting second readings of several bills including those regarding cannabis uses, a real estate appraisal bias ban, and a new vacant property registry program. The agenda also includes resolutions for a Black maternal health fund and a healthcare options task force.

• CB-070-2023: Ordinance concerning cannabis uses and regulations
• CB-075-2023: Act concerning the Real Estate Appraisal Bias Ban of 2023
• CB-080-2023: Act concerning a Vacant Property Registry Program
• CB-082-2023: Act concerning grocery store tax credits
• CR-090-2023: Resolution concerning Black Maternal Health Fund

Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

The Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee is reviewing CB-078-2023. This legislation concerns the regulation of bid, contract, and subcontract requirements for Police Department towing contracts.

• CB-078-2023: An act concerning Police Department towing contracts

Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee

The Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee will review several legislative items. Discussion includes proposed changes to zoning standards for donation containers, cannabis dispensary requirements in residential zones, a real estate appraisal bias ban, and the establishment of a Vacant Property Registry Program.

• Ordinance prohibiting donation boxes on exterior property and parking areas (CB-025-2023)
• Ordinance amending requirements for cannabis dispensaries in residential zones (CB-070-2023)
• Act establishing a ban on real estate appraisal bias (CB-075-2023)
• Act establishing a Vacant Property Registry Program for unmaintained dwellings and buildings (CB-080-2023)

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee will review several appointments to the Commission for Individuals with Disabilities. The meeting also includes briefings regarding Life After Release and Mission of Love Charities.

• Appointments to the Commission for Individuals with Disabilities
• Briefing by Qiana Johnson of Life After Release
• Briefing by Adenia M. Bradley of Mission of Love Charities

County Council

The County Council is reviewing several legislative items, including a proposal for $9,000,000 in special obligation bonds for the Largo Town Center Metro Development District. Other discussed matters include childcare grants, housing protections for returning citizens, and minimum wage adjustments for tipped employees.

• Issuance of up to $9,000,000 in special obligation bonds for Largo Town Center Metro Development District infrastructure
• Local Business Childcare Grant Program proposal
• Fair Chance to Housing bill regarding criminal history inquiries by landlords
• Minimum wage modification for tipped employees
• County employee access to local health care requirements

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The County Council Committee of the Whole will review a proposed joint signature letter addressed to the Maryland Department of Transportation. The letter concerns the 2023 Projects List for the Fiscal Years 2024-2029 State Consolidated Transportation Program.

• Proposed joint signature letter to Paul J. Wiedefeld, Secretary of MDOT
• FY 2024-2029 State Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) priority list

Education and Workforce Development Committee

The committee will review the Board of Education FY 24 operating budget reconciliation and related school board action. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding PGCPS school bus transportation.

• Board of Education FY 24 operating budget reconciliation
• Discussion on PGCPS school bus transportation

Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will discuss new design and construction standards for walkable, bikeable, and transit-friendly urban streets. The agenda also includes reviewing the adoption of urban street design policies and revisions to the Better Bag Bill regarding charges for carryout bags.

• Walkable Urban Streets Act of 2020 (CR-067-2023) regarding road and sidewalk standards
• Amendments to highway and street construction specifications (CR-068-2023)
• Adoption of urban street design policy and standards (CB-069-2023)
• Better Bag Bill revisions for paper and reusable carryout bags (CB-079-2023)

Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

The Committee is reviewing legislation to increase tax credits for grocery stores in healthy food priority areas. The agenda also includes discussions on Police Department towing contracts and the creation of a cannabis commission.

• CB-082-2023: Increasing tax credits for grocery stores in priority areas
• CB-078-2023: New requirements for Police Department towing contracts
• CB-088-2023: Creation of the Cannabis Reinvestment and Restoration Commission
• CB-076-2023: Revision of Fair Election Fund language

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The County Council is reviewing CR-078-2023, a resolution to amend the existing Rules of Procedure. The item was introduced on September 12, 2023, and is being presented by committee staff for discussion.

• CR-078-2023: Resolution concerning County Council Rules of Procedure

Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances concerning residential zoning and cannabis dispensary requirements. Discussions will also include updates to subdivision regulations and landlord-tenant security measures. A briefing on the Zoning Ordinance Omnibus Bill is also scheduled.

• CB-068-2023: Limits on multifamily dwellings in the RMF-48 zone
• CB-070-2023: Amending cannabis dispensary requirements in residential zones
• CB-085-2023: Changes to subdivision regulations regarding lot depth variations
• CB-066-2023: Security surveillance and guard requirements for specific housing
• Briefing on the Zoning Ordinance Omnibus Bill

County Council

The County Council is reviewing several legislative items including property tax credits and regulations for taxicabs. The agenda also includes a resolution to establish a task force to study hospital emergency room wait times.

• First reading of CB-089-2023 concerning taxicabs and limousines
• First reading of CB-092-2023 establishing a homestead property tax credit for July 1, 2024
• First reading of CB-093-2023 regarding Nuisance Abatement Board authority
• Resolution CR-082-2023 to establish a task force for hospital emergency room wait times
• Resolution CR-065-2023 regarding the County Hazard Mitigation Plan

Education and Workforce Development Committee

The committee will consider CR-074-2023, a resolution to create a Truancy Study Workgroup. The agenda also includes updates on the Employ Prince George's program and apprenticeship initiatives.

• Resolution CR-074-2023 to establish a Truancy Study Workgroup
• Virtual Career Center FY24 update and FY23 recap
• Blueprint for Maryland Career Advising update
• Prince George’s County Apprenticeship Innovation Program update

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The committee will review legislation regarding police accountability board investigations and volunteer firefighter training requirements. Members will also consider resolutions to establish workgroups for studying gun violence and LGBTQIA+ issues. Additionally, the appointment of Dr. Matthew D. Levy as Health Officer is on the agenda.

• Legislation for independent investigation powers for the Police Accountability Board (CB-081-2023)
• Updated training requirements for volunteer firefighters and officers (CB-083-2023)
• Resolution to create a Gun Violence Study Workgroup (CR-075-2023)
• Resolution to establish an LGBTQIA+ Workgroup (CR-077-2023)
• Appointment of Dr. Matthew D. Levy as County Health Officer (APPT-31-23)

Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss an ordinance regarding limitations on multifamily dwellings in the RMF-48 Zone. The agenda also includes a review of amendments to cannabis dispensary requirements in several residential zones.

• Ordinance CB-068-2023 concerning RMF-48 zone multifamily dwelling uses
• Ordinance CB-070-2023 regarding cannabis dispensary requirements in specific residential zones

County Council

The County Council is reviewing a bill to establish a property tax credit for the primary residences of public safety officers. The agenda also includes the first reading of legislation to create a Cannabis Reinvestment and Restoration Commission. Additionally, the Council will consider several appointments to county boards.

• Property tax credit for public safety officer residences (CB-087-2023)
• Creation of the Cannabis Reinvestment and Restoration Commission (CB-088-2023)
• Establishment of the Plan Prince George's 2035 Infrastructure Task Force (CR-081-2023)
• Appointment of Dawit Abraham as Director of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement
• Appointments to the Advisory Committee on Aging

Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will consider resolutions regarding the Walkable Urban Streets Act of 2023 and updated construction standards for roads and sidewalks. The agenda also includes the appointment of Dawit Abraham as Director of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement.

• Appointment of Dawit Abraham as DPIE Director
• Walkable Urban Streets Act of 2023 resolution (CR-067-2023)
• Resolution amending highway and street construction standards (CR-068-2023)
• Act concerning urban street design policy and standards (CB-069-2023)

Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

The committee will review a proposal to implement a contractor evaluation program for County construction services. The meeting also includes a briefing on the 'One Fair Wage' initiative and discussions regarding increasing small business participation in procurement.

• Proposed database for evaluating County construction contractors
• Briefing regarding the 'One Fair Wage' initiative
• Requirement for agencies to publish annual procurement forecasts
• Appointment of Bridgette Ann Greer to the Personnel Board
• Revision of language for the Fair Election Fund

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed sectional map amendment for Bowie-Mitchellville and vicinity. The agenda also includes an update on trees and vegetation, a resolution for a county-wide hazard mitigation plan, and proposed changes to Council rules of procedure.

• Proposed Bowie-Mitchellville and Vicinity Sectional Map Amendment (CR-089-2022)
• Subtitle 25 Update: Trees and Vegetation
• Resolution concerning Prince George’s County Hazard Mitigation Plan (CR-065-2023)
• Resolution concerning County Council Rules of Procedure (CR-078-2023)

The Committee of the Whole favorably recommended a resolution to adopt an updated Hazard Mitigation Plan to maintain FEMA eligibility. A proposed amendment to the County Council Rules of Procedure was denied. The committee also held a briefing on tree and vegetation regulations.

• Favorably recommended CR-065-2023 to adopt updated County-wide Hazard Mitigation Plan (8-0)
• Denied CR-078-2023 to amend County Council Rules of Procedure (5-5)
• Referred TA-1-2023 Transcript Analysis for Bowie-Mitchellville Sectional Map Amendment for document (8-0)

County Council

The Prince George’s County Council and the Planning Board of the M-NCPPC will hold a joint public hearing regarding a proposed minor amendment to the 2009 Countywide Master Plan of Transportation (CR-072-2023). The session includes staff presentations and opportunities for public testimony.

• Joint public hearing on proposed minor amendment to the 2009 Countywide Master Plan of Transportation (CR-072-2023)

County Council

The County Council is meeting to enact a bill concerning universal and inclusive design for residential housing developments. The agenda also includes first readings of bills related to permit delays and subdivision regulations.

• Enactment of CB-065-2023 regarding universal design for housing
• First reading of CB-084-2023 concerning a permit application early warning system
• First reading of CB-085-2023 regarding subdivision regulation lot standards
• First reading of CB-086-2023 regarding public safety facilities mitigation waivers
• Introduction of CR-079-2023 supporting World Car Free Day 2023

Education and Workforce Development Committee

The Education and Workforce Development Committee will receive a briefing regarding the Youth Experience Success (Y.E.S.) Initiative. The presentation involves Judge Cathy Serrette and Magistrate Althea Stewart Jones.

• Briefing on Youth Experience Success (Y.E.S.) Initiative

The Education and Workforce Development Committee held a briefing regarding the Youth Experience Success (Y.E.S.) Initiative. No substantive decisions, votes, or legislative actions were recorded during the meeting.

• Held briefing on Youth Experience Success (Y.E.S.) Initiative

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider several appointments and reappointments to the Advisory Committee on Aging. The agenda also includes a briefing regarding Training Grounds, Inc.

• Appointments/reappointments to the Advisory Committee on Aging
• Briefing regarding Training Grounds, Inc.

The Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee favorably recommended the appointment and reappointment of six individuals to the Advisory Committee on Aging. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Favorably recommended appointment of Teslim Alghali to Advisory Committee on Aging (3-0)
• Favorably recommended reappointment of Shaunda Bellamy to Advisory Committee on Aging (3-0)
• Favorably recommended reappointment of Claudia W. Dickens to Advisory Committee on Aging (3-0)
• Favorably recommended reappointment of Gwendolyn A. Drummond to Advisory Committee on Aging (3-0)
• Favorably recommended appointment of Ida R. Fletcher to Advisory Committee on Aging (3-0)
• Favorably recommended reappointment of Eddimae Gamble Tisdale to Advisory Committee on Aging (3-0)

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is meeting to vote on ordinances regarding gas station signage and development application summaries. The agenda also includes first readings for bills on police towing contracts, a vacant property registry, and grocery store tax credits. Additionally, the Council will introduce resolutions to establish workgroups for studying truancy, gun violence, and LGBTQIA+ issues.

• Vote on requiring gas stations to display credit card prices (CB-044-2023)
• Vote on summarizing opposition arguments in development applications (CB-054-2023)
• First reading of a bill regarding Police Department towing contracts (CB-078-2023)
• First reading of a Vacant Property Registry Program proposal (CB-080-2023)
• Introduction of a resolution to study gun violence (CR-075-2023)

The Council approved the minutes from July 18, 2023, and adopted a consent agenda after an initial failed vote. The agenda included the first reading of bills regarding police towing, carryout bags, vacant properties, police accountability, grocery store tax credits, and firefighter training, as well as resolutions to study truancy, gun violence, and LGBTQIA+ issues.

• Approved County Council Minutes dated July 18, 2023
• Referred CB-078-2023 (Police Department Towing Contracts) to Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee
• Referred CB-079-2023 (Better Bag Bill Revisions) to Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee
• Referred CB-080-2023 (Vacant Property Registry Program) to Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee
• Referred CB-081-2023 (Police Accountability Board and Administrative Charging Committee) to Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee
• Referred CB-082-2023 (Grocery Store Tax Credits) to Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee
• Referred CB-083-2023 (Volunteer Firefighter Training Requirements) to Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee
• Introduced resolutions to establish workgroups for Truancy (CR-074-2023), Gun Violence (CR-075-2023), and LGBTQIA+ issues (CR-077-2023)

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is reviewing several legislative proposals, including a $45 million loan for stormwater management. Other items include introducing bills regarding gas station price signage and police data reporting. The Council will also discuss an appointment to the Board of Education in executive session.

• Proposed $45,000,000 loan for stormwater management and watershed protection
• Introduction of a bill requiring gas stations to display credit card prices on signs
• Introduction of a bill regarding police data reporting on use of force and complaints
• First reading of an act establishing a real estate appraisal bias ban
• Proposed updates to the County Zoning Ordinance and Landscape Manual

The Council appointed Jocelyn Route to the Board of Education and enacted a voluntary healthy restaurant certification program. The Council rejected the appointments of Johnathan L. Bolden, Antwan D. Holbert, and Vanessa E. Surles to the Fire Commission. Several bills regarding zoning, landscape manuals, and appraisal bias were referred to committees.

• Appointed Jocelyn Route to the Board of Education (10-0)
• Enacted CB-046-2023 establishing a voluntary healthy restaurant certification program (9-0-1)
• Rejected appointments of Johnathan L. Bolden, Antwan D. Holbert, and Vanessa E. Surles to the Fire Commission (6-3-1)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Referred CB-073-2023 (Zoning Omnibus Bill) to Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee
• Referred CB-074-2023 (Landscape Manual Omnibus Bill) to Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee
• Referred CB-075-2023 (Real Estate Appraisal Bias Ban) to Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee
• Referred CB-076-2023 (Fair Election Fund revision) to Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

Sitting as the Board of Health

The Board of Health will introduce a new consultant to discuss health priorities, including behavioral health and nurse-patient ratios. Multiple hospital systems will also provide briefings regarding emergency room wait times in the county.

• Introduction of Board of Health Consultant and priorities
• ER wait time briefing by Maryland Hospital Association
• ER wait time briefing by Adventist Healthcare Fort Washington Medical Center
• ER wait time briefing by Luminis Health / Doctors Community Medical Center
• ER wait time briefings from MedStar Southern Maryland and University of Maryland Capital Region Health

Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to create a task force studying electric public utility location procedures. The meeting also includes presentations on the WMATA Better Bus Network Redesign and an analysis of library branch access to public transportation.

• Resolution CR-027-2023 to establish a Task Force to Study Electric Public Utility Location Practices and Procedures
• WMATA Better Bus Network Redesign presentation
• Analysis of library branches and access to public transportation

The Committee favorably recommended a resolution to create a Task Force to Study Electric Public Utility Location Practices and Procedures. The meeting also included briefings on the WMATA Better Bus update and library branch access to public transportation.

• Favorably recommended CR-027-2023 to establish a Task Force to Study Electric Public Utility Location Practices and Procedures (5-0)

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a sectional map amendment for Bowie-Mitchellville and vicinity. The Council will also consider resolutions to adjust public safety, behavioral health, and school facilities surcharges for Fiscal Year 2024.

• Proposed Bowie-Mitchellville and Vicinity Sectional Map Amendment (CR-089-2022)
• Resolution to adjust Public Safety and Behavioral Health Surcharge (CR-063-2023)
• Resolution to adjust School Facilities Surcharge (CR-069-2023)
• Briefing on Adequate Public Safety Facilities Mitigation Guidelines for FY 2024

The Committee of the Whole favorably recommended two resolutions to adjust surcharges for public safety, behavioral health, and school facilities for Fiscal Year 2024. The committee also held a briefing on public safety facilities mitigation guidelines and took a sectional map amendment under advisement.

• Favorably recommended CR-063-2023 to adjust Public Safety and Behavioral Health Surcharge for FY 2024 (8-0)
• Favorably recommended CR-069-2023 to adjust school facilities surcharge for FY 2024 (8-0)
• Took proposed Bowie-Mitchellville and Vicinity Sectional Map Amendment (CR-089-2022) under advisement; no action taken

County Council

The County Council is meeting to vote on final ordinances regarding tobacco and cannabis product displays in convenience stores and gas stations. The agenda also includes first readings of bills for a contractor evaluation program and semiconductor manufacturing incentives. Additionally, the Council will consider several commission appointments and multi-year service contracts.

• Ordinance modifying tobacco and cannabis display areas in convenience stores (CB-031-2023)
• $2,000,000 contract for environmental and climate action technical assistance (CR-038-2023)
• First reading of the Prince George’s County CHIPS Act of 2023 (CB-072-2023)
• First reading of a contractor evaluation program for construction services (CB-071-2023)
• Appointments to the Solid Waste Advisory Commission, Personnel Board, and Fire Commission

The County Council enacted an ordinance allowing alternate development regulations for land owned by the Redevelopment Authority of Prince George’s County. The Council also confirmed several appointments to the Solid Waste Advisory Commission, Personnel Board, and Fair Election Fund Commission.

• Enacted CB-045-2023 regarding alternate development regulations for Redevelopment Authority land (7-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Solid Waste Advisory Commission: Mouhaman S. Kola and Nancy J. Meyer (7-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Personnel Board: Delores M. Stuckey, Yvonne V. Hefley, Darlene M. Neal, and Ike B. Udejiofor (7-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Monika L. Jackson to the Fair Election Fund Commission (7-0)
• Approved County Council Minutes from June 22, 2023 and July 5, 2023 (7-0)
• Referred CB-071-2023 concerning county contract evaluations to the Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee (7-0)
• Referred CB-072-2023 concerning the CHIPS Act of 2023 to the Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee (7-0)

Sitting as the District Council

The District Council reviewed two detailed site plan applications for residential developments. For Hillside at Fort Washington, the Council referred the item to staff for an approving document with conditions. For Fairwood Square, the Council referred the item to staff for a disapproving document.

• 64 single-family attached units at Hillside at Fort Washington (DSP-22022)
• 200 townhouse units at Fairwood Square (DSP-22028)

The District Council approved two Detailed Site Plans for residential developments. One project allows for 64 single-family attached units in Fort Washington, while another project involves 200 townhouse units at the intersection of MD 450 and MD 193.

• Approved Detailed Site Plan DSP-22022 for 64 single-family attached dwelling units at Hillside at Fort Washington (9-0)
• Approved Detailed Site Plan DSP-22028 for 200 single-family attached townhouse units at Fairwood Square (8-0-1)
• Approved District Council Minutes dated July 5, 2023 (9-0)

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider reappointments of three individuals to the Fire Commission for Prince George's County. A scheduled briefing regarding foster care and adoptive services has been postponed.

• Reappointment of Johnathan L. Bolden to the Fire Commission
• Reappointment of Antwan D. Holbert to the Fire Commission
• Reappointment of Vanessa E. Surles to the Fire Commission

The Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee voted to unfavorably recommend the reappointment of three individuals to the Fire Commission. A scheduled briefing on foster care and adoptive services was postponed.

• Unfavorably recommended reappointment of Johnathan L. Bolden, Antwan D. Holbert, and Vanessa E. Surles to the Fire Commission (4-1)
• Postponed briefing on Foster Care & Adoptive Services

Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee

The committee is reviewing legislation regarding universal design for future housing developments. It is also considering new security surveillance and guard requirements for specific types of residential buildings.

• CB-065-2023: Universal Design for Housing act to ensure inclusive residential options
• CB-066-2023: Security surveillance and guards for high occupancy and senior housing

The Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee recommended a bill to ensure inclusive residential dwelling options through universal design. A separate bill regarding security measures for high occupancy and senior housing was held in committee.

• Favorably recommended CB-065-2023 (Universal Design for Housing) with amendments (5-0)
• Held CB-066-2023 (Landlord-Tenant Regulations - Security Measures and Security Equipment) in committee (5-0)

Sitting as the District Council

The District Council is conducting oral arguments for a 200-unit townhouse development at the intersection of MD 450 and MD 193. The agenda also includes reviews of residential projects in Fort Washington and the validation of error-issued permits in College Park.

• Oral argument for 200 townhouses at Fairwood Square (MD 450 and MD 193)
• Review of 64 single-family attached units at Hillside at Fort Washington
• Validation of error-issued permits for apartment units in College Park
• Mixed-use development proposal for Linda Lane with 105 multifamily units and 104,600 square feet of retail space
• Approval of 279,825 square feet of commercial/industrial use at Bowie Marketplace

The District Council processed multiple zoning requests, referring two townhouse developments and two apartment permit validations to staff for documentation. The Council also elected to review a mixed-use development on Linda Lane while waiving review for several other site plans.

• Referred DSP-22028 (200 townhouses at Fairwood Square) for a disapproving document (8-0)
• Referred DSP-22022 (64 townhouses at Hillside at Fort Washington) for an approving document with conditions (7-0)
• Referred ERR-286 (8 apartment units at 4604 Knox Road) for an approving document (8-0)
• Referred ERR-287 (32 apartment units at 4812A/B College Avenue) for an approving document (8-0)
• Elected to review CSP-21001 (mixed-use development at Linda Lane and MD 5) (8-0)
• Waived review for DET-2022-018 (Bowie Marketplace commercial/industrial) (8-0)
• Waived review for DSP-21039 (Goodman Heights recreation facilities) (8-0)
• Waived review for DSP-22023 (95 age-restricted condos at 7010 Greenbelt Road) (8-0)

County Council

The Council is reviewing first-reading bills regarding multifamily dwelling limits and urban street design standards. They are also conducting second readings on ordinances that would require summaries of public testimony for development applications. Additionally, several appointments to county boards will be considered during public hearings.

• Ordinance limiting multifamily dwellings in RMF-48 zones (CB-068-2023)
• New urban street design policy and standards (CB-069-2023)
• Amending cannabis dispensary requirements in residential zones (CB-070-2023)
• Requirement for summaries of testimony in development applications (CB-054-2023)
• Appointments to the Agricultural Resources Advisory Committee and WSSC

The County Council adopted a consent agenda that included adjusting school facilities surcharges for Fiscal Year 2024 based on inflation. Several bills and resolutions regarding urban street design and zoning were introduced and referred to committees.

• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Adopted FY2024 school facilities surcharge of $11,560 for specific transit/DC-adjacent areas and $19,826 for all other buildings
• Referred CB-068-2023 (RMF-48 Zone limitations) to Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee
• Referred CB-069-2023 (Urban street design policy) to Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee
• Referred CB-070-2023 (Cannabis dispensary zoning) to Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee
• Referred CR-067-2023 and CR-068-2023 (Urban street design standards) to Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee
• Introduced CB-054-2023 and CB-055-2023 regarding summaries of public testimony for development and subdivision applications

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is reviewing resolutions regarding the Hamlet Woods Apartments project. The items include a Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement and an allocation of $2,500,000 from the Housing Investment Trust Fund for affordable housing construction.

• Resolution for a Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for Hamlet Woods Apartments
• Allocation of $2,500,000 from the Housing Investment Trust Fund to the Hamlet Woods project

The County Council approved a Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement and allocated $2.5 million from the Housing Investment Trust Fund for the Hamlet Woods project. Both resolutions were passed with unanimous support from the members present.

• Approved PILOT agreement for Hamlet Woods apartments (10-0)
• Allocated $2,500,000 from Housing Investment Trust Fund to Hamlet Woods project (10-0)

Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

The committee will discuss legislation regarding military leave benefits and requirements for gas stations to display credit card prices on signs. The agenda also includes several appointments to the Personnel Board and the Fair Election Fund Commission.

• Resolution CR-022-2023 concerning military leave benefits in the County Salary Plan
• Act CB-044-2023 requiring gas stations to display credit card prices on signage
• Reappointments to the Personnel Board for four members through December 5, 2026
• Appointment of Monika L. Jackson to the Fair Election Fund Commission

Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will review appointments to the Solid Waste Advisory Commission, WSSC, and Agricultural Resources Advisory Committee. Proposed legislation includes a $45 million loan for stormwater management and updates to electrician titles. A briefing on noise ordinance enforcement is also scheduled.

• $45,000,000 loan for stormwater management and wastewater protection
• Appointments to the Solid Waste Advisory Commission and WSSC
• Updates to electrician titles to comply with Maryland law
• Amendments to service of process for anti-litter and weed violations
• Briefing on noise ordinance enforcement

The Committee favorably recommended a bill to borrow up to $45 million for the Stormwater Management - Watershed Protection and Restoration Program. Members also recommended updates to electrician licensing and antilitter ordinance service of process. Several appointments to county advisory commissions were approved.

• Favorably recommended CB-064-2023 to borrow up to $45M for stormwater management (5-0)
• Favorably recommended CB-048-2023 regarding electrician licensing compliance (5-0)
• Favorably recommended CB-058-2023 regarding service of process for antilitter and weed violations (5-0)
• Favorably recommended appointments of Mouhaman S. Kola and Nancy J. Meyer to Solid Waste Advisory Commission (5-0)
• Favorably recommended reappointments of Regina Y. Speed-Bost and Mark J. Smith to Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (5-0)
• Favorably recommended appointments of Jennifer S. Cross and Cheryl Abrams Davis to Agricultural Resources Advisory Committee (5-0)

Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

The committee is reviewing CB-061-2023, which proposes amendments to the Code regarding County Real Property. This includes regulating procedures for declaring property as surplus and methods for its disposition.

• CB-061-2023: Amendment to procedures for declaring and disposing of surplus County real property

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the proposed FY 2024-2026 Local Impact Grant (LIG) multi-year spending plan. The agenda includes a presentation regarding a transmittal letter to County Executive Angela D. Alsobrooks concerning VLT spending.

• FY 2024-2026 Local Impact Grant (LIG) multi-year spending plan
• Proposed letter to County Executive Angela D. Alsobrooks regarding VLT spending

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a multi-year spending plan for Local Impact Grant funds covering fiscal years 2024 through 2026. The Council voted to favorably recommend the spending plan and accompanying letter to the County Council with amendments.

• Favorably recommended FY 2024-2026 Local Impact Grant spending plan and letter with amendments (6-0)

Sitting as the District Council

The Prince George's County District Council will conduct oral argument hearings for two residential site plan applications. The agenda also includes a review of a site plan revision for the Traditions at Beechfield condominium project.

• Oral argument for 64 single-family attached units at Hillside at Fort Washington
• Oral argument for 200 townhouse units at Fairwood Square
• Site plan revision for 489 condominiums at Traditions at Beechfield

The District Council waived its election to review a site plan revision for a condominium project. One detailed site plan request was continued to a later date, and another was taken under advisement.

• Approved June 5, 2023 District Council Minutes (9-0)
• Took DSP-22022 Hillside at Fort Washington (64 single-family attached units) under advisement
• Continued DSP-22028 Fairwood Square (200 single-family attached units) hearing to July 5, 2023 (9-0)
• Waived election to review ROSP-4785-03 Traditions at Beechfield (489 condominiums) (10-0)

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is reviewing several legislative items, including a bill to restrict certain plastic carryout bags. Other items presented for first reading include new security requirements for high-occupancy and senior housing and standards for inclusive residential design.

• Better Bag Bill: Prohibits certain plastic carryout bags
• Landlord-Tenant Security: Requires surveillance at high occupancy dwellings
• Universal Design for Housing: Establishes inclusive residential design standards
• Healthy Restaurant Program: Introduces a voluntary certification program
• 2018 Water and Sewer Plan: Updates property designations

The Council enacted legislation to prohibit retail establishments from providing certain plastic carryout bags and established minimum charges for paper and reusable bags. The Council also approved amendments to the Zoning Ordinance's legislative amendment procedures. Several new bills regarding housing design, landlord-tenant security, and procurement were introduced and referred to committees.

• Enacted CB-032-2023 (Better Bag Bill) to restrict plastic bags and charge for paper/reusable bags (8-2)
• Enacted CB-002-2023 to amend procedures for Zoning Ordinance legislative amendments (10-0)
• Approved amendments to CB-046-2023 regarding a voluntary healthy restaurant certification program (7-2)
• Approved June 13, 2023, and June 13, 2023 (6PM) meeting minutes (10-0)
• Referred CB-065-2023 (Universal Design for Housing) to the Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee
• Referred CB-066-2023 (Landlord-Tenant Security Measures) to the Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee
• Referred CB-067-2023 (Procurement Forecast/MBE/SBE outreach) to the Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee
• Referred CR-065-2023 (Hazard Mitigation Plan) to the Committee of the Whole

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider a bill requiring the Prince George’s County Police Department to provide data on demographics, use of force, and officer complaints. The agenda also includes several appointments to county commissions and a briefing on juvenile justice.

• CB-056-2023: Police data and reporting requirements
• Appointments to the Commission on Fathers, Men and Boys
• Appointments to the Commission for Women
• Appointments to the Commission for Veterans
• Juvenile Justice briefing

Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss legislation regarding summaries of opposition for development and subdivision applications. Members will also consider reappointments to the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners. Discussion on an ordinance concerning townhouse development limitations may be held.

• Reappointments to the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
• Ordinance CB-054-2023 regarding summaries of opposition for development applications
• Act CB-055-2023 regarding summaries of testimony for subdivision applications
• Ordinance CB-052-2023 concerning temporary limitations on townhouse development

The committee favorably recommended two bills requiring summaries of opposition testimony for development and subdivision applications. It also recommended the reappointment of four members to the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners and voted to hold a bill regarding townhouse development limitations.

• Favorably recommended reappointment of W. Marshall Knight, II, Regina Miller Nadir, Cherice M. Shannon, and Layton F. Wilson to the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners (4-1)
• Favorably recommended CB-054-2023 requiring summaries of opposition to proposed development applications with amendments (4-1)
• Favorably recommended CB-055-2023 requiring summaries of opposition to proposed subdivision applications with amendments (4-1)
• Held CB-052-2023 concerning temporary limitations on townhouse development in committee (5-0)

Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

The Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee is reviewing several legislative items, including a $16.4 million grant appropriation and various contract approvals. The agenda also includes discussions on tax agreements for apartment complexes and the revocation of a business improvement district.

• $16,441,593 supplementary appropriation from grants for multiple county departments
• $2,000,000 contract for environmental and climate action technical assistance
• Revocation of the Northern Gateway Business Improvement District
• PILOT agreement for Flats at College Park Apartments
• Adjustments to approved position grades in several county departments

The Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee favorably recommended several resolutions to the County Council, including a $16.4M supplementary appropriation of grant funds and two contracts for climate action planning. The committee also recommended approval for two PILOT agreements and adjustments to position grades across multiple departments.

• Favorably recommended contract for Climate Action Implementation Strategy Plan (4-0)
• Favorably recommended $2M contract for environmental and climate action technical assistance (4-0)
• Denied revocation of Northern Gateway Business Improvement District (motion failed for lack of second)
• Favorably recommended PILOT agreement for Flats at College Park Apartments (4-0)
• Favorably recommended PILOT agreement for Queens Park Plaza Apartments
• Favorably recommended adjustments to approved position grades for multiple departments (4-0)
• Favorably recommended $16,441,593 supplementary appropriation of grant funds with amendments (4-0)
• Favorably recommended bill amending surplus real property disposition procedures (3-1)

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing resolutions to allocate Housing Investment Trust Fund (HITF) funds and approve tax agreements. These items involve financing for Cottage City Towers, Park Place at Addison Road, and 210 on the Park projects.

• $2,500,000 HITF allocation for Cottage City Towers
• $3,500,000 HITF allocation for Park Place at Addison Road
• $3,000,000 HITF allocation for 210 on the Park
• PILOT agreement for Cottage City Towers Apartments
• PILOT agreement for Park Place at Addison Road Apartments

The Committee of the Whole favorably recommended six resolutions providing gap financing and tax agreements for affordable housing developments. These actions include funding and PILOT agreements for Cottage City Towers, Park Place at Addison Road, and 210 on the Park.

• Favorably recommended PILOT agreement for Cottage City Towers Apartments (10-0)
• Favorably recommended $2,500,000 HITF allocation for Cottage City Towers (10-0)
• Favorably recommended PILOT agreement for Park Place at Addison Road Apartments (10-0)
• Favorably recommended $3,500,000 HITF allocation for Park Place at Addison Road (10-0)
• Favorably recommended PILOT agreement for 210 on the Park Apartments (10-0)
• Favorably recommended $3,000,000 HITF allocation for 210 on the Park (10-0)

County Council

The Council will vote on a new pilot program providing rental and tax assistance to seniors. They will also hold hearings on allocating $9 million in Housing Investment Trust Fund grants for several projects. Other items include budget supplements and labor agreement amendments.

• Senior Housing Assistance Pilot Program Act of 2023
• $3,500,000 for Park Place at Addison Road project
• $2,500,000 for Cottage City Towers project
• $3,000,000 for 210 on the Park project
• FY 2024 Public Safety and Behavioral Health Surcharge adjustment

The County Council approved a pilot program to provide rental, mortgage, and property tax assistance to senior residents. The Council also enacted supplementary appropriations and corrected several collective bargaining agreements.

• Enacted Prince George’s County Senior Housing Assistance Pilot Program (10-0)
• Enacted supplementary appropriations for General and Internal Service Funds (10-0)
• Enacted wage rate corrections for School Crossing Guards AFSCME 241 agreement (10-0)
• Enacted COLA effective date correction for AFSCME Locals 2462, 2735, 3389 and 1170 (10-0)
• Enacted COLA effective date correction for Correctional Officers’ Association (10-0)
• Approved County Council Minutes from June 6, 2023 (10-0)
• Referred CR-063-2023 regarding Public Safety and Behavioral Health Surcharge to Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

County Council

The County Council and the Planning Board are holding a joint public hearing regarding a proposed minor amendment to the 2006 Approved Master Plan for the Henson Creek-South Potomac Planning Area. The meeting includes a staff presentation and an opportunity for citizens to provide testimony.

• Proposed minor amendment to the 2006 Approved Master Plan for Henson Creek-South Potomac
• Proposed Sectional Map Amendment (CR-020-2023)

The County Council and Planning Board held a joint public hearing regarding a proposed minor amendment to the 2006 Master Plan for the Henson Creek-South Potomac planning area and a sectional map amendment (CR-020-2023). No final decision was made during the meeting; the record for public testimony remains open until June 28, 2023.

• Held joint public hearing on Henson Creek-South Potomac Minor Plan Amendment and Sectional Map Amendment
• Set close of public record for June 28, 2023
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Education and Workforce Development Committee

The Education and Workforce Development Committee is reviewing two Board of Education transfer requests. These items involve operating budget transfers between major categories for the 2023 fiscal year.

• Board of Education transfer request TR-1-23 regarding FY 2023 operating budget transfers
• Board of Education transfer request TR-2-23 regarding FY 2023 operating budget transfers

The Education and Workforce Development Committee reviewed two operating budget transfer requests for the FY 2023 financial review. Both requests were favorably recommended.

• Favorably recommended TR-1-23 Operating Budget Transfer Between Major Categories for FY 2023 Financial Review #1
• Favorably recommended TR-2-23 Operating Budget Transfer Between Major Categories for FY 2023 Financial Review #2

Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

The committee is considering several resolutions, including a $16,441,593 appropriation of grant funds for various county departments. The agenda also includes multi-year contracts for environmental technical assistance and information technology services. Additionally, the committee will review pilot agreements for two apartment developments.

• $2,000,000 contract for climate action technical assistance
• $16,441,593 grant appropriation for multiple county departments
• PILOT agreement for Flats at College Park Apartments
• PILOT agreement for Queens Park Plaza Apartments
• Adjustments to position grades in several county departments

Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will consider resolutions to amend the 2018 Water and Sewer Plan and authorize applications for FY 2024 federal and state transportation grants. The agenda also includes briefings on statewide green banks and the renewal of right-of-way reservation plats.

• Resolution CR-014-2023 regarding 2018 Water and Sewer Plan amendments
• Resolution CR-032-2023 authorizing FY 2024 transportation grant applications
• Briefing on statewide Green Banks and Green Bonds
• Renewal of Right-of-Way (ROW) Reservation Plats

The Committee favorably recommended three items to the County Council, including authorizations for federal and state transportation grants and updates to the 2018 Water and Sewer Plan. A briefing on the renewal of ROW reservation plats was also recommended for the Chair's signature.

• Favorably recommended BR 2023-4 Renewal of ROW Reservation Plats (5-0)
• Favorably recommended with amendments CR-014-2023 regarding 2018 Water and Sewer Plan amendments (5-0)
• Favorably recommended with amendments CR-032-2023 authorizing FY 2024 federal and state transportation grant applications (5-0)

County Council

The Prince George's County Council and the Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a minor amendment to the 2014 Southern Green Line Station Area Sector Plan. The session includes a staff presentation and an opportunity for public testimony.

• Public hearing for Southern Green Line Station Area Sector Plan amendment (CR-026-2023)

The County Council and Planning Board held a joint public hearing regarding a minor amendment to the 2014 Southern Green Line Station Area Sector Plan and Sectional Map Amendment (CR-026-2023). No speakers signed up for the item. The record for public testimony remains open until June 21, 2023.

• Held joint public hearing for Southern Green Line Sector Plan Minor Plan Amendment
• Set close of record for public testimony as June 21, 2023
• Adjourned meeting (6-0 voice vote)

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is reviewing a bill to authorize up to $45,000,000 in loans for stormwater management and wastewater protection. The Council will also hold public hearings on allocating $5,500,000 from the Housing Investment Trust Fund to two affordable housing projects. A joint public hearing is scheduled regarding the Southern Green Line Station Area Sector Plan.

• First reading of CB-064-2023 for up to $45,000,000 in stormwater management loans
• Public hearing for $3,000,000 in HITF funds for the Addison Park project
• Public hearing for $2,500,000 in HITF funds for the Hamlet Woods project
• Joint public hearing on the Southern Green Line Station Area Sector Plan amendment

The County Council approved the minutes from the May 30, 2023 meeting. Public hearings were held for two affordable housing projects seeking gap financing from the Housing Investment Trust Fund. A bill to authorize up to $45 million in stormwater management loans was referred to committee.

• Approved County Council Minutes dated May 30, 2023 (8-0)
• Referred CB-064-2023 (stormwater management loans up to $45M) to the Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee
• Held public hearing for CR-035-2023 to allocate $3M to Addison Park project
• Held public hearing for CR-037-2023 to allocate $2.5M to Hamlet Woods project

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing resolutions regarding two affordable housing projects. The items include approving tax agreements and allocating funds from the Housing Investment Trust Fund for Addison Park Apartments and Hamlet Woods Apartments.

• $3,000,000 HITF allocation for Addison Park project gap financing
• $2,500,000 HITF allocation for Hamlet Woods project gap financing
• PILOT agreement for Addison Park Apartments
• PILOT agreement for Hamlet Woods Apartments

The Committee of the Whole favorably recommended tax agreements and trust fund allocations for the Addison Park and Hamlet Woods apartment projects. The recommendations include gap financing for new affordable housing construction.

• Favorably recommended PILOT agreement for Addison Park Apartments (9-0)
• Favorably recommended $3,000,000 HITF allocation for Addison Park project (9-0)
• Favorably recommended PILOT agreement for Hamlet Woods Apartments with amendments (8-0-1)
• Favorably recommended $2,500,000 HITF allocation for Hamlet Woods project with amendments (8-0-1)

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider resolutions to amend the County Salary Plan. These amendments involve wage and benefit modifications for Sheriff Officials and Police Officials.

• CR-039-2023: Resolution concerning compensation and benefits for Sheriff Officials
• CR-040-2023: Resolution concerning compensation and benefits for Police Officials

The Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee voted to favorably recommend two resolutions to the County Council regarding wage and benefit modifications. Both resolutions concern the salary schedules for police and sheriff officials.

• Favorably recommended CR-039-2023 regarding Sheriff Officials salary schedule (3-0, 2 absent)
• Favorably recommended CR-040-2023 regarding Police Officials salary schedule (3-0, 2 absent)

Sitting as the District Council

The District Council is reviewing a conceptual site plan for the Penn Place 1 project near Pennsylvania Avenue. The proposal includes 168 multifamily units and 767 square feet of commercial space. The Council will also approve minutes from the May 16, 2023, meeting.

• Conceptual Site Plan for Penn Place 1 (CSP-87128-02)
• Approval of District Council minutes from May 16, 2023

The District Council approved the minutes from May 16, 2023. The Council also voted to waive its election to review a Conceptual Site Plan for a mixed-use development at Penn Place 1.

• Approved May 16, 2023 District Council Minutes (7-0)
• Waived election to review Conceptual Site Plan for Penn Place 1 mixed-use development (8-0)

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is scheduled to vote on several ordinances, including the 'Better Bag Bill' regarding plastic and paper bags. The meeting also includes a second reading of an ordinance for alternate development regulations on land owned by the Redevelopment Authority.

• CB-032-2023: Prohibits certain plastic carryout bags and establishes charges for paper or reusable bags.
• CB-030-2023: Grants certified County-based small businesses first award rights for procurements under $1,000,000.
• CB-031-2023: Modifies zoning definitions for convenience stores, gas stations, and tobacco shops.
• CB-037-2023: Authorizes the use of surveillance systems to prevent and prosecute illegal dumping.
• CB-039-2023: Sets building height standards for development in the Central Avenue Corridor.

The County Council enacted several bills, including a right of first award for county-based small businesses and the use of surveillance to deter illegal dumping. Two other bills regarding tobacco product displays and plastic carryout bags were amended, requiring second public hearings. The Council also approved new fees for special event reviews and building permits.

• Enacted CB-030-2023 giving certified County-based small businesses right of first award for procurements $\le$ $1M (10-0)
• Amended CB-031-2023 regarding tobacco and cannabis product displays in stores (10-0)
• Amended CB-032-2023 regarding plastic carryout bag prohibitions and charges (10-0)
• Enacted CB-033-2023 establishing a graduated Special Event Expedited Review Fee (10-0)
• Enacted CB-036-2023 extending building permit application time to 12 months and adding an After-Hours Permit fee (10-0)
• Enacted CB-037-2023 authorizing surveillance systems to prosecute illegal dumping (10-0)
• Enacted CB-039-2023 establishing building height standards for the Central Avenue Corridor (8-0)
• Approved County Council Minutes from May 16 and May 25, 2023 (9-0)

County Council

The County Council is meeting to adopt several budgets for Fiscal Year 2024. This includes the main County current expense and capital budgets, as well as budgets for WSSC, WSTC, and M-NCPPC. The Council will also review a letter regarding the Board of Education's operating budget.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024 County current expense and capital budgets
• Approval of Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) FY 2024 budgets
• Adoption of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission budget
• Resolution to modify WSSC System Development Charges for water and sewage expansion
• Transmission of the Board of Education Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget letter

The Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2024 operating and capital budgets for several authorities, including WSSC, WSTC, and the Revenue and Redevelopment Authorities. It also enacted the Prince George's County portion of the M-NCPPC budget. These decisions establish funding levels and property tax rates for various county services.

• Approved WSSC FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets, recommending a 7.0% rate increase (10-0)
• Approved WSSC FY 2024-2029 Capital Improvements Program and FY 2024 Capital Budget of $683.1 million (10-0)
• Approved WSTC FY 2024 Mass Transit Plan and administrative budget, including property tax levies (10-0)
• Approved Revenue Authority FY 2024 Operating Budget of $46,335,500 and FY 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Program (10-0)
• Approved Redevelopment Authority FY 2024 Capital Budget of $16,686,000 and Operating Budget of approximately $534,500 (10-0)
• Enacted M-NCPPC FY 2024 operating and capital budgets and associated tax rates (9-1)

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss resolutions to amend the County Salary Plan. These items concern wage and benefit modifications for Fire Officials and Department of Corrections Officials.

• Resolution regarding compensation and benefits for Fire Officials (CR-024-2023)
• Resolution regarding compensation and benefits for Corrections Officials (CR-025-2023)

The Committee of the Whole favorably recommended two resolutions to modify the salary and benefit schedules for fire and corrections officials. Additionally, the committee approved amendments to a bill regarding alternate development regulations for land owned by the Redevelopment Authority of Prince George’s County.

• Favorably recommended CR-024-2023 regarding fire officials' salary and benefits (10-0)
• Favorably recommended CR-025-2023 regarding corrections officials' salary and benefits (10-0)
• Approved amendments to CB-045-2023 regarding Redevelopment Authority land regulations (9-0)
• Favorably reported CB-045-2023 out with recommended amendments (9-0)
• Accepted additions package Add14-23 (10-0)

Sitting as the District Council

The District Council held an oral argument hearing regarding the Westphalia Business Center 1 and 2 project. The application seeks approval for 306,000 square feet of commercial and warehouse uses at MD 4 and Melwood Road. The Council voted 8-0 to refer the item to staff for the preparation of a disapproving document.

• Westphalia Business Center 1 and 2: Request for 306,000 square feet of commercial/warehouse use
• Approval of District Council minutes from May 15, 2023
• Variance request for floor area ratio at the proposed Westphalia site

The District Council approved a Detailed Site Plan for the Westphalia Business Center 1 and 2. The project involves 306,000 square feet of commercial and warehouse space across two buildings.

• Approved Detailed Site Plan DET-2022-001 for Westphalia Business Center 1 and 2 (10-0)

County Council

The County Council is reviewing several measures to fund affordable housing and support senior residents. This includes introducing a pilot program for senior rental and mortgage assistance and allocating millions in funds for specific housing projects. The agenda also includes a $16.4 million appropriation of grant funds for various county departments.

• $3,500,000 for Park Place at Addison Road apartments
• $2,500,000 for Cottage City Towers preservation
• $3,000,000 for 210 on the Park project
• $16,441,593 in grant funds for various county departments
• Introduction of the Senior Housing Assistance Pilot Program Act of 2023

The County Council approved the minutes from two May 9, 2023, meetings. Several resolutions were introduced to allocate Housing Investment Trust Fund (HITF) gap financing and establish tax agreements for affordable housing projects, all of which were referred to committees for further review.

• Approved County Council Minutes dated May 9, 2023
• Approved County Council Minutes dated May 9, 2023 6PM
• Introduced CR-044-2023 (PILOT agreement for Park Place at Addison Road) and referred to Committee of the Whole
• Introduced CR-045-2023 ($3.5M HITF allocation for Park Place at Addison Road) and referred to Committee of the Whole
• Introduced CR-046-2023 ($2.5M HITF allocation for Cottage City Towers) and referred to Committee of the Whole
• Introduced CR-047-2023 ($3M HITF allocation for 210 on the Park) and referred to Committee of the Whole
• Introduced CR-048-2023 (PILOT agreement for Queens Park Plaza) and referred to Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee
• Introduced CR-050-2023 ($16,441,593 supplementary grant appropriation) and referred to Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee

Sitting as the District Council

The District Council is reviewing a detailed site plan application for the Suffrage Point project. The proposal includes developing 41 single-family attached dwelling units at Hamilton Street and 40th Avenue. The council previously referred this item to staff for a document of remand.

• Detailed Site Plan (DSP-21001) for 41 single-family attached dwellings
• Approval of District Council minutes from May 8 and May 9, 2023

The District Council voted to remand the Detailed Site Plan for a project to develop 41 single-family attached dwelling units in Hyattsville. The council also approved the meeting minutes from May 8 and May 9, 2023.

• Remanded Detailed Site Plan DSP-21001 for Suffrage Point (8-0)
• Approved District Council Minutes dated May 8, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved District Council Minutes dated May 9, 2023 (8-0)

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The committee will conduct a budget worksession and hold briefings. The agenda includes information regarding the Office of the Sheriff and the Regional Primary Care Coalition.

• Budget worksession: Office of the Sheriff (BU 2023-105)
• Briefing: Regional Primary Care Coalition (BR 04202023)

County Council

The agenda lists a scheduled bi-county meeting between the Prince George's County Council and the Montgomery County Council. No other specific legislative items or business are listed in this document.

• Bi-county meeting with Montgomery County Council

Sitting as the District Council

The District Council referred the Detailed Site Plan for Suffrage Point to staff for the preparation of a document of remand to the Planning Board. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Referred DSP-21001 Suffrage Point to staff for document of remand to Planning Board (6-0)

County Council

The County Council is reviewing several items on its consent agenda, including a bill to require more public reporting on police activities and use of force. The session also covers various contract approvals and funding allocations for affordable housing projects.

• Bill CB-056-2023 regarding community policing data and reports
• $3,000,000 allocation from the Housing Investment Trust Fund to Addison Park Apartments
• $2,500,000 allocation from the Housing Investment Trust Fund to Hamlet Woods project
• A contract for environmental and climate action services not to exceed $2,000,000
• Salary and benefit modifications for Sheriff and Police officials

The County Council approved the minutes from two May 2, 2023 meetings. Several new bills and resolutions were introduced and referred to committees, including a bill on police data reporting and funding for affordable housing projects.

• Approved County Council Minutes dated May 2, 2023
• Approved County Council Minutes dated May 2, 2023 6PM
• Referred CB-056-2023 (community policing data and reports) to Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee
• Referred CR-031-2023 (Climate Action Implementation Strategy Plan contract) to Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee
• Referred CR-032-2023 (FY 2024 transportation grant applications) to Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee
• Referred CR-034-2023 (Addison Park Apartments PILOT agreement) to Committee of the Whole
• Referred CR-035-2023 ($3M HITF allocation for Addison Park project) to Committee of the Whole
• Referred CR-036-2023 (Hamlet Woods Apartments PILOT agreement) to Committee of the Whole

County Council

The Prince George's County Council and the Planning Board are holding a joint public hearing regarding the proposed Bowie-Mitchellville and Vicinity Sectional Map Amendment. This session is intended to collect public testimony and comments on the master plan. Written statements may be submitted through May 24, 2023.

• Joint public hearing for Bowie-Mitchellville and Vicinity Sectional Map Amendment (CR-089-2022)

The County Council and Planning Board held a joint public hearing to receive testimony on the proposed Bowie-Mitchellville and Vicinity Sectional Map Amendment (CR-089-2022). No final decisions were made during the meeting; the record for public testimony remains open until May 24, 2023.

• Held joint public hearing on Bowie-Mitchellville and Vicinity Sectional Map Amendment (CR-089-2022)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will conduct a continued budget worksession regarding Capital Improvement Program reviews. This session includes discussions on FY 2024 budget reports for various county departments and authorities. No votes are scheduled during this meeting.

• FY 2024 budget review for the Redevelopment Authority
• FY 2024 budget review for Prince George's Community College
• FY 2024 budget review for the Memorial Library System
• FY 2024 budget review for the Office of Information Technology
• FY 2024 budget review for the Department of the Environment

The Committee of the Whole conducted a series of budget worksessions and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) reviews for several county departments. No votes were taken on any of the budget items discussed.

• Budget discussion held for Redevelopment Authority (no vote)
• Budget discussion held for Prince George's Community College (no vote)
• Budget discussion held for Prince George's County Memorial Library System (no vote)
• Budget discussion held for Office of Information Technology (no vote)
• Budget discussion held for Revenue Authority (no vote)
• Budget discussion held for Department of the Environment / Stormwater Management (no vote)
• Budget discussion held for Department of Public Works and Transportation (no vote)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (7-0)

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will conduct budget worksessions for several county agencies, including the Police, Fire/EMS, and Health Departments. The committee will also review legislation regarding wage rate and cost-of-living adjustments for various labor agreements.

• Budget reviews for Office of Central Services, Department of Corrections, Police, Fire/EMS, and Health Departments
• Wage rate corrections for AFSCME Local 241 (School Crossing Guards)
• Cost-of-living adjustment corrections for AFSCME Locals 2462, 2735, 3389, and 1170
• Salary schedule amendments for the Prince George’s Correctional Officers’ Association

The Prince George's County Council, sitting as the Committee of the Whole, held budget worksessions for Fire/EMS, Central Services, Corrections, Police, and Health departments but took no votes on those items. The council voted unanimously (7-0, with 4 absent) to favorably recommend six pieces of legislation correcting wage rates and COLA effective dates in collective bargaining agreements for AFSCME Local 241 (school crossing guards), AFSCME Locals 2462/2735/3389/1170, and the Correctional Officers' Association.

• Favorably recommended CB-057-2023 (AFSCME 241 wage rate corrections) (7-0)
• Favorably recommended CR-028-2023 (AFSCME 241 salary schedule X corrections) (7-0)
• Favorably recommended CB-059-2023 (AFSCME Locals 2462/2735/3389/1170 COLA date fix) (7-0)
• Favorably recommended CB-060-2023 (Correctional Officers' Association COLA date fix) (7-0)
• Favorably recommended CR-029-2023 (AFSCME Locals salary schedule A corrections) (7-0)
• Favorably recommended CR-030-2023 (Correctional Officers' salary schedule D corrections) (7-0)
• Held budget worksessions for Fire/EMS, Central Services, Corrections, Police, and Health departments; no votes taken

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the Board of Education's FY 2024 operating budget and Capital Improvement Program. The Council will also consider legislation for a new senior housing assistance program and supplementary appropriations for the current fiscal year.

• Board of Education FY 2024 Operating Budget and CIP review
• CB-042-2023: Senior Housing Assistance Program Act of 2023
• CB-049-2023: Supplementary appropriations for the General Fund and Internal Service Fund
• PGCPS FY 2022 Government Auditing Standards Report

The Committee of the Whole held a budget work session on the Board of Education's FY2024 operating and capital budgets but took no votes. The committee voted 7-0 to favorably recommend CB-042-2023, establishing a Senior Housing Assistance Program, with amendments. It also voted 8-0 to favorably recommend CB-049-2023, a supplementary appropriation for unanticipated FY2023 costs, with amendments.

• Favorably recommended CB-042-2023 (Senior Housing Assistance Program) with amendments (7-0)
• Favorably recommended CB-049-2023 (Supplementary Appropriations) with amendments (8-0)
• Held budget work session on Board of Education FY2024 operating budget and CIP; no votes taken

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee is conducting budget worksessions. These sessions include reviews of budgets for the Police Accountability Board, the Police Department, and the Fire/EMS and Volunteer Fire Departments.

• Budget worksession: Police Accountability Board (BU 2023-91)
• Budget worksession: Police Department (BU 2023-96)
• Budget worksession: Fire/EMS Department and Volunteer Fire Department (BU 2023-99)

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Prince George's County Council Committee of the Whole will hold a budget worksession regarding the Maryland National Capital Park & Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). The session focuses on the commission's operating and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budgets.

• Budget worksession for M-NCPPC operating and CIP budgets

The Prince George's County Council, sitting as the Committee of the Whole, held a budget work session on the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) proposed FY24 operating and capital budgets. The session included a presentation on parks and recreation CIP priorities, but no votes were taken. The meeting adjourned at 2:35 p.m. by unanimous vote.

• Held budget work session on M-NCPPC FY24-29 CIP (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous vote (10-0)

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is holding a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2024 operating budget and six-year capital program. The hearing also covers the Board of Education portion of the budget and budgets for the Redevelopment Authority and Revenue Authority.

• Proposed FY 2024 operating budget
• Six-year capital program
• Board of Education portion of the FY 2024 operating budget
• Proposed budgets for the Redevelopment Authority and Revenue Authority
• Constant yield tax rate

The County Council held a public hearing on the proposed FY 2024 operating budget, six-year capital program, Board of Education budget, and related items. No decisions were made; the hearing was declared held after 36 registered speakers testified. The meeting adjourned at 7:49 PM.

• Public hearing held on FY 2024 operating budget and capital program
• Meeting adjourned by voice vote (9-0, 2 absent)

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is reviewing several legislative items. These include a bill regarding procurement preferences for local small businesses and new regulations for plastic carryout bags.

• CB-030-2023: Priority for certified County-based small businesses on contracts under $1,000,000
• CB-032-2023: Regulations for plastic carryout bags and charges for paper/reusable bags
• CB-033-2023: New fee for expedited review of Special Event permits
• CR-027-2023: Task force to study electric public utility location practices
• CB-058-2023: Amending service of process for anti-litter and weed violations

The Council approved the minutes from April 24 and 25, 2023, and adopted a consent agenda including several labor agreement amendments and resolutions. Two new bills were introduced regarding county-based business procurement and the regulation of plastic carryout bags.

• Approved County Council Minutes dated April 24, 2023 (9-0)
• Approved County Council Minutes dated April 25, 2023 (9-0)
• Referred CB-057-2023 (School Crossing Guards wage rates) to Committee of the Whole
• Referred CB-058-2023 (Antilitter and weed ordinance service of process) to Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee
• Referred CB-059-2023 and CB-060-2023 (COLA date corrections) to Committee of the Whole
• Referred CR-027-2023 (Electric Public Utility Location Task Force) to Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee
• Referred CR-028-2023, CR-029-2023, and CR-030-2023 (Salary Plan corrections) to Committee of the Whole
• Introduced CB-030-2023 (County-based small business procurement right of first award)

Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee

The committee will hold a budget worksession for several programs and review three pieces of legislation. For all listed legislative items, the committee will entertain a motion to hold discussion rather than proceeding with debate.

• Temporary development limitations for townhouse-related uses (CB-052-2023)
• Summaries of opposition for development applications (CB-054-2023)
• Summaries of opposition for subdivision applications (CB-055-2023)
• Budget worksession: Experience Prince George’s (BU 2023-61)
• Budget worksession: FSC First (BU 2023-62)

The Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee held three bills (CB-052-2023, CB-054-2023, CB-055-2023) in committee without a vote on passage, and held budget discussions for Experience Prince George's, FSC First, and the Economic Development Corporation without taking any votes.

• CB-052-2023 (townhouse development moratorium) held in committee 4-0 (Blegay absent)
• CB-054-2023 (summary of opposition arguments) held in committee 4-0 (Blegay absent)
• CB-055-2023 (public hearing testimony summary) held in committee 4-0 (Blegay absent)
• Budget work sessions for BU-2023-61, BU-2023-62, BU-2023-63 held; no votes taken

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss resolution CR-023-2023 regarding certain multiyear contracts. The meeting includes presentations by committee staff, comments from sponsors, and feedback from agencies.

• Resolution CR-023-2023 concerning multiyear contract approvals

The Committee of the Whole considered CR-023-2023, a resolution concerning the approval of certain multiyear contracts. A motion to favorably recommend the resolution failed. The Committee instead voted to report the resolution out with no recommendation.

• Motion to favorably recommend CR-023-2023 (multiyear contracts) failed (5-3)
• Approved reporting CR-023-2023 out with no recommendation (8-0)

Sitting as the District Council

The District Council reviewed several zoning applications, including a mixed-use project in College Park. The Council referred the Baltimore Avenue development to staff for preparation of an approving document with conditions. Other cases were continued or scheduled for future hearings.

• 317 multifamily units and retail space at 9113 Baltimore Avenue
• Suffrage Point single-family housing project in Hyattsville
• Westgate Apartments special exception in Laurel

The District Council approved a Detailed Site Plan for a mixed-use building in College Park. The council also scheduled two upcoming oral argument hearings for May 8, 2023.

• Approved Detailed Site Plan for 317 multifamily units and 3,296 sq ft of retail at 9113 Baltimore Avenue (7-0)
• Approved District Council Minutes dated April 24, 2023 (7-0)

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Council is considering a new program to provide rental, mortgage, and property tax assistance to seniors based on income levels. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning changes for the R-A Zone and Redevelopment Authority land. Additionally, the committee will review multiyear contracts and several board appointments.

• Senior Housing Assistance Program Act (CB-042-2023)
• Alternate development regulations for Redevelopment Authority land (CB-045-2023)
• Limits on townhouses and attached dwellings in the R-A Zone (CB-050-2023)
• Approval of multiyear contracts (CR-023-2023)
• Appointments to the Cable Television Commission and Revenue Authority Board

The Council favorably recommended two ordinances limiting development in R-A zones and other specific areas. Several board appointments were recommended, while three council bills and one resolution were held in committee.

• Favorably recommended CB-050-2023 limiting townhouse and one-family attached dwellings in R-A Zone (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Favorably recommended CB-053-2023 limiting development using superseded Ordinance Tables of Permitted Uses (8-0, 2 abstain)
• Favorably recommended reappointments of 5 members to the Cable Television Commission (9-0)
• Favorably recommended appointment of Jameel W. Aalim-Johnson to the Revenue Authority Board (9-0)
• Held CB-042-2023 regarding Senior Housing Assistance Program in Committee (9-0)
• Held CB-045-2023 regarding alternate development regulations for Redevelopment Authority land in Committee (9-0)
• Held CR-023-2023 regarding multiyear contract approvals in Committee (9-0)

Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee

The committee will review the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development. The meeting also includes a budget worksession for the M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation. Additionally, members will consider appointments to the Redevelopment Authority Board.

• Appointment of Leon Bailey, Jr. to the Redevelopment Authority Board
• Appointment of Ameenah Karim-Capers to the Redevelopment Authority Board
• Budget worksession for M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation
• Resolution CR-021-2023 regarding the FY 2024 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development

The Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee favorably recommended the FY 2024 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development. The committee also recommended two appointments to the Redevelopment Authority Board. A budget worksession for the Department of Parks and Recreation was held with no votes taken.

• Favorably recommended FY 2024 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development (4-0, 1 absent)
• Favorably recommended appointment of Leon Bailey, Jr. and Ameenah Karim-Capers to the Redevelopment Authority Board (5-0)

County Council

The Council will vote on an emergency act to prevent landlord retaliation during rent stabilization. Members will also introduce ordinances regarding development limits in R-A Zones and administrative review procedures for applications. The agenda includes a resolution for a minor amendment to the Southern Green Line Station Area Sector Plan.

• Enactment of emergency act against landlord retaliation (CB-051-2023)
• Introduction of ordinance limiting townhouses in R-A Zones (CB-050-2023)
• First reading of ordinances for development application opposition summaries
• Resolution for Southern Green Line Station Area Sector Plan amendment (CR-026-2023)
• Discussion of Fair Election Fund Commission appointments

The County Council enacted an emergency act to prevent landlords from terminating leases to bypass rent increase limits. The Council also adopted a resolution to initiate a minor amendment to the 2014 Southern Green Line Station Area Sector Plan.

• Enacted CB-051-2023 regarding landlord retaliation for rent stabilization (9-0)
• Adopted CR-026-2023 to initiate minor amendment to 2014 Southern Green Line Station Area Sector Plan (8-0)
• Approved County Council Minutes from April 18, 2023 (9-0)
• Suspended rules for expedited scheduling of CB-050-2023 (8-0)
• Suspended rules for expedited scheduling of CB-053-2023 (8-0)
• Referred CB-054-2023 and CB-055-2023 to the Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee

County Council

The County Council is holding a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2024 operating budget and six-year capital program. This includes the Board of Education portion of the FY 2024 budget and budgets for the Redevelopment and Revenue Authorities. The session also addresses the Constant Yield Tax Rate.

• Proposed FY 2024 operating budget
• Six-year capital program
• Board of Education portion of the FY 2024 budget
• Proposed budgets for Redevelopment and Revenue Authorities
• Constant Yield Tax Rate

The County Council conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2024 operating budget, the six-year capital program, and the Board of Education's portion of the operating budget. The meeting also covered the proposed budgets for the Redevelopment Authority and Revenue Authority and the constant yield tax rate. No formal decisions or votes were taken on these items during this session.

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Prince George's County Council Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for April 18, 2023, was canceled. The agenda included ordinance CB-050-2023 regarding townhouse and one-family attached dwellings in the R-A Zone.

• Ordinance CB-050-2023 regarding townhouse and one-family attached dwellings in the R-A Zone

Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will hold a budget worksession regarding the Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE). The session includes a review of the FY 2024 budget report through staff presentations and agency comments.

• FY 2024 budget report for the Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (BU 2023-57)

The committee conducted a budget worksession regarding the Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement FY 2024 Budget Report. No votes were taken on the budget item.

• Discussed BU 2023-57 Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement budget (no vote taken)

County Council

The County Council is holding public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development. The council will also hear testimony on proposed Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) operating and capital budgets.

• FY 2024 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development
• M-NCPPC FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets
• M-NCPPC Capital Improvement Program for FY 2024-2029

The County Council conducted public hearings regarding the FY 2024 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development and the M-NCPPC FY 2024-2025 budgets. No final votes were taken on these items during the meeting.

• Approved motion to reopen public hearing for CR-021-2023 (9-0)
• Held public hearing for CR-021-2023 FY 2024 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development
• Held public hearing for M-NCPPC FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is meeting to vote on several legislative items, including the enactment of a rental assistance program for residents. The agenda also includes introducing ordinances regarding zoning for tobacco product displays and building heights in the Central Avenue Corridor. Additionally, the Council will consider salary modifications for fire and corrections officials.

• Enactment of the Prince George’s County Rental Assistance Program (CB-023-2023)
• Ordinance regarding tobacco and cannabis product display areas in convenience stores (CB-031-2023)
• Proposed building height standards for Central Avenue Corridor redevelopment (CB-039-2023)
• Salary schedule modifications for fire officials (CR-024-2023)
• Salary schedule modifications for corrections officials (CR-025-2023)

The Council enacted a bill establishing a rental assistance program and fund for residents based on rent increases and AMI levels. Several other bills regarding zoning and salary schedules were introduced and referred to committees.

• Enacted CB-023-2023 establishing the Prince George’s County Rental Assistance Program (10-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Introduced CR-024-2023 regarding Fire Officials salary modifications and referred to Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee
• Introduced CR-025-2023 regarding Department of Corrections Officials salary modifications and referred to Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee
• Introduced CB-031-2023 modifying zoning definitions for tobacco and cannabis sales areas
• Introduced CB-035-2023 adding work classes to the Prince George's Correctional Officers' Association bargaining unit
• Introduced CB-039-2023 providing building height standards for the Central Avenue Corridor
• Introduced CB-040-2023 amending lot coverage and green space requirements for Industrial, Employment (IE) Zones

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss CB-051-2023, an emergency act regarding rent stabilization. The legislation aims to define certain landlord actions, such as terminating leases, as retaliation to avoid rent increase limits. This measure addresses the threat of homelessness caused by a lack of affordable housing.

• CB-051-2023: Emergency act concerning landlord retaliation for rent stabilization

The Council reviewed CB-051-2023, which seeks to define certain landlord actions, such as forcing tenants into new leases to avoid rent increase limits, as retaliation. The legislation was favorably recommended following comments from the proposer and the Chief Legislative Officer.

• Favorably recommended CB-051-2023 concerning landlord retaliation for rent stabilization (9-0-1)

County Council

The Council will vote on authorizing $564,138,000 in general obligation bonds and $78,805,000 in stormwater management bonds. A public hearing is scheduled for the WSSC FY 2023-2024 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances regarding townhouse development limitations.

• $564,138,000 in general obligation bonds and $78,805,000 in stormwater management bonds
• Public hearing for WSSC FY 2023-2024 operating and capital budgets
• Ordinance regarding temporary limitations on townhouse development
• Act concerning the Prince George's County Open Data portal
• Resolution for the approval of certain multiyear contracts

The County Council enacted several bills authorizing significant bond issuances for capital and stormwater projects. The Council also approved labor agreements for the Deputy Sheriff’s Association and the Fraternal Order of Police, and passed an open data act.

• Enacted CB-020-2023 authorizing up to $564,138,000 in general obligation bonds and $78,805,000 in stormwater management bonds (10-0)
• Enacted CB-010-2023 requiring the County to make public data sets available via a web portal (10-0)
• Enacted CB-022-2023 renewing a cable television franchise for Northern and Southern Territories (10-0)
• Enacted CB-027-2023 approving labor agreement with Deputy Sheriff’s Association of Prince George's County, Inc. Civilian Units (10-0)
• Enacted CB-028-2023 amending labor agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Prince George’s County Lodge 89, Inc. (10-0)
• Adopted CR-010-2023 amending Salary Plan for Deputy Sheriff’s Association Civilian Employees (10-0)
• Adopted CR-011-2023 amending Salary Plan for Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 89 (10-0)
• Referred CB-052-2023 regarding townhouse development limitations to Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee

General Assembly Committee

The Prince George's County Council General Assembly Committee meeting includes a briefing on the budget update. The agenda also contains standard procedural items and announcements.

• Budget Update

County Council

The Prince George's County Council is meeting to vote on a guaranteed basic income pilot program and watershed protection plans. The agenda also includes first readings for bills regarding collective bargaining arbitration and supplementary budget appropriations.

• Adoption of Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot Program
• Zoning ordinance amendments for IE Zone development
• Watershed Protection and Restoration Financial Assurance Plan
• First reading of collective bargaining arbitration regulations
• Supplementary appropriations for the General Fund

The Council enacted a bill providing a transitional period for development in the IE Zone. It also adopted resolutions for watershed protection and a guaranteed basic income pilot program. Several other bills regarding collective bargaining, electrical contractors, and rent stabilization were introduced and referred to committees.

• Enacted CB-021-2023 regarding IE Zone development regulations (8-0)
• Adopted CR-009-2023 concerning Watershed Protection and Restoration Financial Assurance Plan (7-0)
• Adopted CR-018-2023 creating the Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot Program (7-0)
• Approved County Council Minutes from March 28, 2023 (7-0)
• Referred CB-047-2023 (collective bargaining arbitration) to Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee
• Referred CB-048-2023 (electrician regulations) to Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee
• Referred CB-049-2023 (supplementary appropriations) to Committee of the Whole
• Referred CB-051-2023 (landlord retaliation for rent stabilization) to Committee of the Whole

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to create a Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot Program in partnership with The Greater Washington Community Foundation. Members will also discuss several collective bargaining agreements and salary updates for various police and deputy sheriff associations.

• CR-018-2023: Resolution for a Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot Program
• CB-029-2023/CR-012-2023: Labor agreement and salary updates for FOP 112 (Sheriffs Lodge Inc.)
• CB-027-2023/CR-010-2023: Labor agreement and salary updates for Deputy Sheriff’s Association (Civilian Units)
• CB-028-2023/CR-011-2023: Labor agreement and salary updates for FOP Lodge 89, Inc.

The Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee favorably recommended a resolution to create a Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot Program. The committee also favorably recommended multiple council bills and resolutions regarding collective bargaining agreements and salary schedules for the Fraternal Order of Police and the Deputy Sheriff’s Association.

• Favorably recommended CR-018-2023 to create a Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot Program
• Favorably recommended CB-029-2023 regarding Fraternal Order of Police 112 labor agreement (3-0, 2 absent)
• Favorably recommended CR-012-2023 regarding Fraternal Order of Police 112 salary schedule (3-0, 2 absent)
• Favorably recommended CB-027-2023 regarding Deputy Sheriff’s Association (Civilian Units) labor agreement (3-0, 2 absent)
• Favorably recommended CR-010-2023 regarding Deputy Sheriff’s Association (Civilian Employees) salary schedule (4-0, 1 absent)
• Favorably recommended CB-028-2023 regarding Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 89 labor agreement (4-0, 1 absent)
• Favorably recommended CR-011-2023 regarding Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 89 salary schedule (4-0, 1 absent)

Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider a collective bargaining agreement and salary schedule for IAFF Local 1619 civilians. Members will also review the appointment of Marlon E. Selmon to the Fire Commission. Briefings are scheduled regarding the Youth Services Bureau and behavioral health crisis response.

• Collective bargaining agreement for IAFF Local 1619 (Civilians)
• Salary schedule H resolution for IAFF Local 1619 (Civilians)
• Appointment of Marlon E. Selmon to the Fire Commission
• Youth Services Bureau briefing
• Behavioral Health & Crisis Response update

The Health, Human Services and Public Safety Committee favorably recommended a collective bargaining agreement and a corresponding salary schedule for International Association of Fire Fighters Local 1619 (Civilians). The committee also recommended the appointment of Marlon E. Selmon to the Fire Commission.

• Favorably recommended CB-034-2023 collective bargaining agreement for IAFF Local 1619 Civilians (4-0, 1 absent)
• Favorably recommended CR-016-2023 salary schedule for IAFF Local 1619 Civilians (4-0, 1 absent)
• Favorably recommended appointment of Marlon E. Selmon to the Fire Commission

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a briefing regarding an update to the Countywide Master Plan of Transportation (MPOT). The presentation will be delivered by staff from the M-NCPPC Planning Department.

• Briefing on the Countywide Master Plan of Transportation (MPOT) update

County Council

This meeting consists of ceremonial tributes for Black History Month. The program includes reflections on Wayne K. Curry and a remembrance for Carol D. Johnson. No legislative or policy items are scheduled.

• Tribute to Wayne K. Curry
• Tribute to Angela D. Alsobrooks
• Remembrance for Carol D. Johnson

Sitting as the Committee of the Whole

The Council reviewed the proposed FY 2024 Legislative Branch Budget. After reconsidering the item, the Council moved favorable on the revised budget and referred it for document.

• Voted to reconsider FY 2024 Legislative Branch Budget (6-2)
• Moved favorable on the revised FY 2024 Legislative Branch Budget
• Voted to refer the revised budget for document (8-0)