Seat Pleasant public meetings in 2020

Finance & Budget Committee Meeting

The Finance & Budget Committee meeting is largely procedural, with a call to order and roll call. The only substantive item is an update on SPICE, though details are not provided in the agenda. No new business is scheduled.

• Update on SPICE (no details in agenda)

Public Session Agenda

The City Council will vote on Resolution R-21-08 to appoint members to the Government Review and Reform and Government Financial Review Boards. The agenda also includes a presentation from Delegate Erek Barron and Prince George's Arts and Humanities, and a vote on $25 gift cards for staff appreciation. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Resolution R-21-08 to appoint Government Review and Reform and Government Financial Review Boards
• Presentation by Delegate Erek Barron and Rhonda Dallas, Prince George's Arts and Humanities
• Approval of $25 per employee gift cards for staff appreciation, charged to Administration Cost Center
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 2020 (work session, closed sessions, public session, special session)
• Citizen comment period limited to 5 minutes, register with City Clerk

The Council unanimously approved the public session agenda and several sets of meeting minutes from November 2020. The body also reached a consensus to allow community sponsors to assist staff in need rather than providing individual gift cards. No new legislation was introduced.

• Approved Public Session Agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved Regular Work Session Minutes for Nov 2, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved Closed Session Meeting Minutes for Nov 2, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved Public Session Meeting Minutes for Nov 9, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved Closed Session Meeting Minutes for Nov 9, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved Special Session Meeting Minutes for Nov 30, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved Closed Session Meeting Minutes for Nov 30, 2020 (7-0)
• Agreed to allow community sponsors to assist staff in need instead of providing staff gift cards

Economic, Planning, Development and Housing Committee Meeting

The Economic, Planning, Development and Housing Committee will receive informational updates on the Phase 2 Annexation and the Central Avenue Annexation. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists of procedural items and information-only presentations.

• Update on Phase 2 Annexation (information only)
• Update on Central Avenue Annexation (information only)
• No new business listed

Regular Work Session Agenda

The City Council approved Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-06 amending the city charter, with one abstention. The council also voted to go into closed session to discuss personnel matters. Committee reports were received, and upcoming public sessions were announced for December 14, 2020, and January 11, 2021.

• Approved Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-06 to amend the City Charter (6-0-1, Porter abstained)
• Voted to enter closed session under Maryland Code 3-305(b)(1) for personnel discussions
• Received reports from Finance & Budget, Government Affairs & Technology, Public Safety, and other committees
• Announced public sessions on Dec 14, 2020 and Jan 11, 2021 via Zoom

The City Council approved a resolution to amend the City Charter to clarify the form of government and specific administrative processes. Additionally, the Council authorized the Chief Operating Officer to advertise a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a City Attorney.

• Approved Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-06 (6-1, 1 abstain)
• Approved Chief Operating Officer to advertise RFP for a City Attorney (7-0)

Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee Meeting

The Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee will discuss a proposed amendment to the City Charter (Resolution CA-21-06). No other substantive items are on the agenda. The meeting includes only roll call, the charter discussion, and adjournment.

• Discussion of Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-06 to amend the City Charter of Seat Pleasant

Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee Meeting

The Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee will review the municipal form of government, including a proposed council-manager structure, and discuss the powers and duties of the mayor. These items are listed for discussion and possible action.

• Review of municipal form of government with a council-manager proposal attached
• Discussion and potential action on powers and duties of the mayor

Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee Meeting

The Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee is scheduled to discuss City Charter Articles I through V. The committee will also conduct a discussion or action regarding an Ethics Commission appointment.

• City Charter Article I through Article V
• Ethics Commission Appointment

Special/Closed Session Agenda

The City Council meets in a special closed session, not open to the public, to discuss personnel matters and potential litigation under Maryland law. The agenda includes discussion of potholes and a cold patch machine. The council approved a grant application for the Chesapeake Conservation Corps program and will consider a charter amendment on succession of duties.

• Closed session under §3-305(b)(1) for personnel matters
• Closed session under §3-305(b)(8) for litigation consultation
• Approval of Chesapeake Conservation Corps Program grant application (motion carried 5-1-1)
• Discussion of potholes and cold patch machine
• Proposed charter amendment CA-21-05 on succession of duties

The City Council approved a request to apply for the Chesapeake Conservation Corps Program to allow the city to serve as a host city. Members also discussed meeting decorum and the need for better tracking of businesses entering and leaving the city.

• Approved Chesapeake Conservation Corps Program application (5-1)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel and litigation matters (7-0)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council met via Zoom to approve several resolutions and program approvals. The council authorized additional funding for the USDA renovation of City Hall and Public Works Facilities to update municipal infrastructure used by residents and staff. It also appointed government and financial review boards to oversee city operations and approved hosting the Chesapeake Conservation Corps Program.

• Resolution R-21-08 appointing Government Review and Reform and Government Financial Review Boards
• Resolution R-21-09 declaring Municipal Government Works Month
• Approval to host the Chesapeake Conservation Corps Program
• Additional funding authorization for the USDA Renovation Project of City Hall and Public Works Facilities
• Approval of minutes from October 5, 12, and 19 meetings

The City Council approved the appointment of Government Review and Reform and Government Financial Review Boards. Council also approved additional funding for the USDA Renovation Project for City Hall and Public Works Facilities.

• Approved Resolution R-21-08 to appoint Government Review and Reform and Government Financial Review Boards (6-1)
• Approved Resolution R-21-09 declaring Municipal Government Works Month (7-0)
• Approved additional funding for the USDA Renovation Project of City Hall and Public Works Facilities (6-0-1)
• Approved Public Session Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes for Oct 5, Oct 12 (Public, Special, and Closed), and Oct 19 (Special and Closed) (7-0)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The council voted to adopt Ordinance O-21-07, amending the FY 2020‑2021 budget to incorporate grant revenue from the Department of Natural Resources for the Environmental Justice Department. A motion was also approved to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters. Additional items included approval of the agenda, an update on the dog park project, and a recommendation on a travel‑ban policy.

• Ordinance O-21-07 amendment of FY 2020‑2021 budget for Department of Natural Resources grant (motion carried)
• Motion to go into closed session under Statutory Authority 3‑305(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters (motion carried)
• Approval of the meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Update on Doggie Park (discussion)
• Travel Ban Policy Recommendation (discussion)

The City Council approved a budget amendment for grant revenue from the Department of Natural Resources. The Council also unanimously adopted a new travel ban policy requiring staff to provide negative COVID-19 test results after traveling. Discussions were held regarding the creation of a dog park and updates to the city newsletter.

• Approved Ordinance O-21-07 to amend FY 2020-2021 Budget for Environmental Justice Department grant revenue (5-2)
• Unanimously approved Travel Ban Policy requiring negative COVID-19 tests for staff returning from travel
• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)

Special/Closed Session Agenda

This is a special closed session of the Seat Pleasant City Council, held via Zoom and not open to the public under Maryland law. The council voted on several items including a variance approval for 5937 Addison Road, authorizing the end of a lease at Brightseat Road, and approving a charter amendment to implement succession of duties. The closed session also included discussion of personnel matters and potential litigation.

• Variance approval for 5937 Addison Road (motion carried unanimously)
• End of lease notice approval for Parks & Associates at Brightseat Road
• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-05 to implement succession of duties (approved)
• Update on city finances (discussion item)
• Closed session under Maryland statutory authority for personnel and litigation consultation

The City Council approved a charter amendment regarding the succession of duties and authorized the termination of a lease at Brightseat Rd. The council also approved a property variance for a deck at 5937 Addison Road.

• Approved Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-05 to implement succession of duties (7-0)
• Approved variance request for deck dimensions at 5937 Addison Road (7-0)
• Approved notice to end lease at Brightseat Rd in February (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel and litigation matters (7-0)

Special/Closed Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council is holding a special closed session on October 12, 2020, via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The closed session, not open to the public, is authorized under Maryland law to discuss personnel matters such as appointment, employment, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials. The council also announced a public hearing later that evening at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.

• Council voted unanimously (7-0) to enter closed session under Md. Code §3-305(b)(1) for personnel discussions
• Public hearing scheduled for 7:00 p.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
• No legislation, unfinished business, or meeting topics listed on the agenda
• Meeting held virtually due to City Hall closure from COVID-19 pandemic
• Closed session not open to the general public per statutory authority

The City Council held a special session and voted to enter a closed session under Statutory Authority 3-305(b)(1). This session was convened to discuss personnel matters regarding appointees, employees, or officials. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel matters (7-0)

Public Session Agenda

The City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance O-21-07 to amend the FY2020-2021 budget for a grant from the Department of Natural Resources for the Environmental Justice Department. The agenda also includes a charter amendment resolution to implement new boards, approval of a Staff Assistant position description, and a committee list for 2020-2021. Several sets of minutes from previous meetings will be approved, and quarterly reports from city departments will be presented.

• First reading of Ordinance O-21-07 amending FY2020-2021 budget for DNR environmental justice grant
• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-04 to implement new boards
• Approval of Staff Assistant position description
• Approval of minutes from multiple previous meetings (Sept 8, 16, 21, 29)
• Council committee list for 2020-2021

The City Council approved the position description for a Staff Assistant. The council also approved the public session agenda and seven sets of meeting minutes from September 2020. Ordinance O-21-07 regarding budget amendments for park grant revenue was introduced.

• Approved Staff Assistant Position Description (7-0)
• Approved Public Session Agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved Regular Work Session Minutes for Sept 8, 2020 (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Public Hearing Meeting Minutes for Sept 8, 2020 (4-0, 3 abstentions)
• Approved Public Session Meeting Minutes for Sept 8, 2020 (4-0, 3 abstentions)
• Approved Special Session Meeting Minutes for Sept 16, 2020 (4-0, 3 abstentions)
• Approved Closed Session Meeting Minutes for Sept 16, 2020 (4-0, 3 abstentions)
• Approved Special Session Meeting Minutes for Sept 21, 2020 (4-0, 3 abstentions)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council voted to amend the FY2020-2021 budget to accept GOCCP grant funding for police recruitment and retention. Council members also elected Kelly Porter as Council President for the term October 2020 to September 2021 (5-2 vote). Additionally, the council approved a position description for the Executive Assistant to the Mayor and City Council and received quarterly reports from city departments.

• Ordinance O-21-06 amending the FY2020-2021 budget for GOCCP Grant (police recruitment/retention) approved unanimously
• Kelly Porter elected Council President for October 2020 – September 2021 (5-2 vote)
• Position description for Executive Assistant to the Mayor and City Council approved
• Council discussed availability to meet with SPICE
• Quarterly reports received from COO, Police, Economic Development, and other departments

The City Council approved an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget for GOCCP grant funding. Additionally, the Council elected a Council President for the term of October 2020 to September 2021.

• Approved Ordinance O-21-06 Amendment of Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget for GOCCP Grant (7-0)
• Elected Councilmember Porter as Council President for October 2020 to September 2021 (5-2)
• Recommended COO and staff revise the position description for Executive Assistant to the Mayor and City Council

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a special session on September 29, 2020, to address a recount request for the recent city election. The council voted unanimously to send a letter to the candidate along with supporting documents from the city charter and election results.

• Council voted to send a letter regarding the Seat Pleasant Election Recount Request, motion carried 5-0.
• Next regular work session scheduled for October 5, 2020, via Zoom.
• Public hearing set for October 12, 2020, via Zoom.

The City Council reviewed a letter from the Board of Supervisors of Election and the City Charter regarding election regulation. The Council decided to send a letter to the candidate requesting a recount, providing the election results and relevant City Charter language.

• Approved sending a letter to the candidate requesting a recount with election results and City Charter language (Unanimous)

Newly Elected Council Organizational Meeting

The newly elected Seat Pleasant City Council holds an organizational meeting to elect a council president, discuss the city charter and code, and review the approved FY2021 budget and other internal documents. They will also consider a charter amendment resolution (CA-21-04) to implement new boards.

• Nomination and election of council presidents
• Discussion of approved FY2021 Operating Budget
• Motion to approve Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-04 to implement new boards
• Review of personnel rules and regulations and master plan
• Swearing-in ceremony procedure discussion

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a special session via Zoom. They voted to table Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-04 to implement new boards. The council also discussed a workforce realignment/restructuring plan phase II and the powers and duties of the mayor. The meeting concluded with a closed session for personnel matters.

• Motion to table Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-04 to implement new boards carried unanimously
• Discussion of Workforce Realignment/Restructuring Plan Phase II
• Discussion of Powers and Duties of the Mayor
• Closed session under 3-305(b)(1) for personnel matters

The City Council approved a workforce realignment plan and a resolution to implement new boards. A discussion regarding the powers and duties of the Mayor was tabled pending the findings of an investigation.

• Tabled conversation regarding Powers and Duties of the Mayor (6-1)
• Approved Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-04 To Implement New Boards (7-0)
• Approved Workforce Realignment/Restructuring Plan Phase II effective October 2, 2020 (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel matters (Unanimous)

Special Session Agenda

This special session includes a presentation of the final vote count from the Seat Pleasant Board of Elections, discussion of the Workforce Realignment/Restructuring Plan Phase I, and a motion to go into closed session for personnel matters. The meeting is held via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Presentation of final election results by Pamela Boone, Chair of Board of Elections Supervisors
• Discussion of Workforce Realignment/Restructuring Plan Phase I
• Motion to enter closed session for personnel matters under state law
• Announcement of Regular Work Session on October 5, 2020, via Zoom
• Announcement of Public Hearing on October 12, 2020, via Zoom

The City Council received the 2020 election results, including the winners for Mayor, At-Large, and Ward seats. Voters approved salary increases for both the Mayor and City Council. The council then entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved salary increase for City Council (451 yes, 334 no)
• Approved salary increase for Mayor (426 yes, 339 no)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel matters

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council meets to approve minutes from multiple previous meetings (July–August 2020), hear reports from the council president, mayor, and interim COO including a city financial outlook presentation, and receive citizen comments. No new legislation or business is on the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes from July 6 through August 31, 2020 (17 sets)
• Presentation of city's financial outlook by Interim COO Jeannelle B. Wallace
• Announcement of municipal election on Monday, September 14, 2020

The City Council approved the public session agenda and 14 sets of meeting minutes from July and August 2020. No new legislation or substantive business was decided during the session.

• Approved Public Session Agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved Regular Work Session Minutes for July 6, 2020 (6-0)
• Approved Public Session Minutes for July 13, 2020 (6-0)
• Approved Special Session Minutes for July 20, 2020 (6-0)
• Approved Closed Session Minutes for July 20, 2020 (6-0)
• Approved Special Session Minutes for July 23, 2020 (6-0)
• Approved Special Session Minutes for July 27, 2020 (6-0)
• Approved Closed Session Minutes for July 27, 2020 (6-0)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a regular work session via Zoom on September 8, 2020. Council members approved the meeting agenda and several reports, including the mayor’s and chief operating officer’s reports. They approved Ordinance O-21-05, amending the FY 2020‑2021 budget to allocate COPS grant funding, and discussed Ordinance O-21-06 for GOCCP grant funding. The council also approved the assignment of staff offices in City Hall and a revised vehicle take‑home policy.

• Approved Ordinance O-21-05 amendment of FY 2020‑2021 budget for COPS grant funding (2nd reading)
• Discussed Ordinance O-21-06 amendment of FY 2020‑2021 budget for GOCCP grant funding (1st reading)
• Approved motion to assign staff offices in City Hall
• Approved revised Vehicle Take Home Policy
• Announced public hearing on September 8, 2020 (Zoom)

The City Council approved a budget amendment for Cops Grant funding and a revised Vehicle Take Home Policy. Council also approved staff office assignments for the renovated City Hall and Public Works Facility.

• Approved Ordinance O-21-05 Amendment of Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget for Cops Grant Funding (6-0)
• Approved assigned staff offices in City Hall (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Revised Vehicle Take Home Policy (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Public Hearing Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a public hearing via Zoom due to COVID-19 and voted to approve the annexation of Central Avenue into the corporate boundaries. Two pieces of legislation were passed: Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-03 and Annexation Resolution R-21-02, both carried unanimously.

• Public hearing on annexation of Central Avenue
• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-03 to expand corporate boundaries
• Resolution R-21-02 adopting annexation plan for Central Avenue
• Meeting held virtually due to COVID-19 pandemic
• Citizen comments submitted by email before September 4, 2020

The City Council approved the annexation of Central Avenue and the corresponding amendment to the corporate boundaries. The decisions were made despite opposition from Mayor Grant.

• Approved Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-03 Annexation of the Corporate Boundaries (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-21-02 Annexation Resolution of Central Avenue (6-0)

Special Session Agenda

This special session includes a first reading of Ordinance O-21-05 to amend the FY2020-2021 budget for police department grant revenue from the COPS grant. The council also approved a motion to increase the interim COO's contract rate from $24.61 to $48.71 per hour, and will enter closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• First reading of Ordinance O-21-05 to amend budget for police department COPS grant revenue
• Motion carried to approve interim COO contract rate increase from $24.61 to $48.71 per hour
• Council to enter closed session under Maryland code 3-305(b)(1) for personnel discussion

The City Council unanimously approved an increase in the contract rate for the Interim COO. Ordinance O-21-05 regarding the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Police Grant budget was introduced.

• Approved increase of Interim COO contract rate from $24.60 to $48.71 per hour (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session under Statutory Authority 3-305(b)(1) (Unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance O-21-05 Amendment of Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget for Police Grant

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will consider and vote on Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-01, which amends the duties of the mayor. The meeting is held via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The council also plans to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-01 on Power and Duties of the Mayor
• Motion to approve the resolution carried unanimously by five council members
• Closed session under statutory authority to discuss personnel matters
• Announcements of upcoming work session, public hearing, and public session in September

The City Council unanimously approved Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-01 to amend the powers and duties of the Mayor. The council also voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-01 to amend Mayor's powers and duties (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session under Statutory Authority 3-305(b)(1) (Unanimous)

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a special session via Zoom due to COVID-19. They voted to adopt Resolution R-21-07 appointing an Interim Chief Operating Officer and Interim Deputy Chief Operating Officer. The council also approved updated job descriptions for Chief Operating Officer, Deputy Chief Operating Officer, and Deputy Chief of Police. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel appointments.

• Resolution R-21-07 to appoint an Interim COO and Interim Deputy COO — motion carried 5-0 with two members absent
• Approved revised job description for Chief Operating Officer
• Approved job description for Deputy Chief Operating Officer
• Approved job description for Deputy Chief of Police
• Motion to enter closed session under state law for personnel discussions

The City Council unanimously approved Resolution R-21-07 to adopt an Interim Acting Chief Operating Officer and Interim Deputy Chief Operating Officer. Council also approved updated position descriptions and salary scales for the Chief Operating Officer, Deputy Chief Operating Officer, and Deputy Chief of Police.

• Approved Resolution R-21-07 to adopt Interim Acting COO and Interim Deputy COO (Unanimous)
• Approved updated Chief Operating Officer position description with salary $95,500 to $117,452.95 (Unanimous)
• Approved Deputy Chief Operating Officer position description with salary $79,941.80 to $101,315.95 (Unanimous)
• Approved Deputy Chief of Police position description with salary $80,000 to $98,389.91 (Unanimous)

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a special session to address legislative amendments. The council approved an amendment to Chapter 43 regarding voting and a motion to include employee complaints in investigations.

• Ordinance O-21-04: Amendment of Chapter 43-Voting
• Motion to include Employee Complaint to Investigation

The City Council held a second reading and unanimously approved Ordinance O-21-04 to amend Chapter 43-Voting. The Council also voted to enter a closed session regarding personnel matters and approved including an employee complaint in an investigation.

• Approved Ordinance O-21-04 Amendment of Chapter 43-Voting (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session under Statutory Authority 3-305(b)(1) (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to include employee complaint with investigation (Unanimous)

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a special session to consider several items. Members voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters under Statutory Authority 3-305(b). The council reviewed a budget recommendation and discussed the revised 2020 election budget. They approved Resolution R-21-06, extending Bond Anticipation Note financing for City Hall and Public Works Facility improvements, and considered an amendment to Ordinance O-21-04.

• Motion to go into closed session under Statutory Authority 3-305(b) for personnel matters
• Budget Recommendation (action item)
• Discussion of revised 2020 election budget (attachment: Revised Election Budget for 2020 072720.pdf)
• Approval of Resolution R-21-06 extending Bond Anticipation Note financing for City Hall and Public Works Facility Improvements
• Discussion of Ordinance O-21-04 amendment of Chapter 43 (Voting) (attachment: Ordinance O-21-04 Amendment of Chapter 43 Voting.pdf)

The City Council approved Resolution R-21-06 to extend a Bond Anticipated Note. The Council also voted to include an employee complaint in an investigation following a closed session. Discussion was held regarding election costs and voting procedures for the September election.

• Approved Resolution R-21-06 Approval of Bond Anticipated Note Extension (5-1)
• Approved motion to include employee complaint with investigation (Unanimous)

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council voted to approve Resolution R-21-05, adopting a hiring freeze and furloughing certain government positions. The council also discussed the budget recommendation. The meeting, held at the police department, included announcements for upcoming virtual sessions.

• Approval of Resolution R-21-05 to adopt a hiring freeze and furlough certain positions (motion carried 6-0)
• Discussion of budget recommendation (item 3.1)
• Announcement of special session on July 27, 2020 via Zoom
• Announcement of regular work session on September 8, 2020 via Zoom
• Announcement of public hearing and public session on September 8, 2020 via Zoom

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution to implement a hiring freeze and furlough certain positions to address a budget deficit. Officials reported that the city is projected to run out of cash next month and will need to use a line of credit.

• Approved Resolution R-21-05 to adopt a hiring freeze and furlough certain positions (Unanimous)

Special Session Agenda

The City Council held a special session to approve several legislative items. Actions included amending voting procedures, updating the fiscal year budget for police grant revenue, and designating the Chief Operating Officer as the Chief Executive Officer.

• Ordinance O-21-02: Amendment of Chapter 43-Voting for Election Procedures
• Ordinance O-21-03: Amendment of Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget for Grant Revenue for the Police Department
• Resolution R-21-04: Designating the Chief Operating Officer to perform duties as the Chief Executive Officer
• Motion to allow the Chief Operating Officer to hire an outside firm for an independent investigation regarding alleged misconduct

The City Council approved several ordinances and a resolution, including a budget amendment for police grant revenue and a change to voting laws. The Council also authorized an independent investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct.

• Approved Resolution R-21-04 designating the Chief Operating Officer to perform CEO duties (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance O-21-02 amending Chapter 43-Voting (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance O-21-03 amending FY 2020-2021 Police Department grant revenue budget (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring an outside firm to conduct an independent investigation into alleged sexual misconduct (Unanimous)

Public Session Agenda

The City Council of Seat Pleasant will hold a public session via Zoom due to COVID-19. Items include a presentation on Central Avenue annexation, first readings of ordinances on election procedures and a police budget amendment, and approvals of a charter amendment for registration/nomination/election, a lease purchase agreement for the Environmental Justice Department, and the FY2021 pay scale. Several votes are recorded in the agenda, including passage of the charter amendment (4-1) and lease agreement (4-1).

• Presentation on Central Avenue annexation by Attorney Todd Pounds
• First reading of Ordinance O-21-02 amending Chapter 43 on election procedures
• First reading of Ordinance O-21-03 amending FY2020-2021 budget for police department grant revenue
• Approval of Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-02 for registration, nomination, and election procedures
• Approval of Resolution R-21-03 for a lease purchase agreement with NCL Government Capital

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2021 pay scale for General Government and Public Safety. The Council also approved a lease purchase master agreement for the Environmental Justice Department and a charter amendment regarding registration, nomination, and election.

• Approved Fiscal Year 2021 Pay Scale for General Government and Public Safety (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-21-03 Lease Purchase Master Agreement for Environmental Justice Department (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-02 for Registration, Nomination and Election (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Public Session Agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved June 1, June 8, and June 15, 2020 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council holds a regular work session via Zoom due to COVID-19. They will vote on a charter amendment altering the mayor's duties and discuss a new civil emergencies chapter. Also up for action is approval of the FY2021 pay scale and discussion of voting methods for the upcoming election. Committee reports and a resolution for a council recess are included.

• Resolution R-21-01: Declaration and Consent to a Council Recess (approved).
• Ordinance O-21-01: To create a new Chapter 40 on Civil Emergencies (discussion).
• Charter Amendment CA-21-01: To amend the Charter for duties of the Mayor (action/discussion).
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2021 Pay Scale (action).
• Seat Pleasant Board of Election recommendation for ways of voting (discussion).

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution for a council recess. A proposed charter amendment regarding the duties of the mayor was tabled until September 8, 2020. The council also discussed election voting methods and costs with the Board of Election.

• Approved Resolution R-21-01 Declaration and Consent to a Council Recess (Unanimous)
• Tabled Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-01 regarding duties of the Mayor until Sept 8, 2020 (5-1)
• Approved agenda (Unanimous)
• Agreed to hold Regular Work Session on Tuesday, September 8, 2020

Public Hearing Agenda

The City Council held a public hearing and approved Ordinance O-20-21, which authorizes infrastructure bonds to finance or refinance the Microgrid for City Hall Renovation Project. The meeting was conducted via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The council also voted to enter closed session to discuss personnel matters and potential litigation.

• Ordinance O-20-21 approved on second reading to authorize infrastructure bonds for the Microgrid for City Hall Renovation Project
• Closed session under §3-305(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters
• Closed session under §3-305(b)(8) to consult on pending or potential litigation
• Motion to approve carried unanimously (7-0)

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance O-20-21 to finance the cost of a microgrid for the City Hall Renovation Project. The project involves a 30-year CDA Bond Infrastructure application for $1,585,000. The microgrid will be installed at 6301 Addison Rd to provide emergency backup power.

• Approved Ordinance O-20-21 to authorize financing for the City Hall Renovation Project microgrid (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to suspend rules on reading the entire Ordinance O-20-21 (Unanimous)

Public Session Agenda

The City Council will vote on adopting the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget and on several ordinances, including a first reading to authorize infrastructure bonds for a microgrid at City Hall. The meeting also includes approval of multiple sets of minutes and a public hearing announcement.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget (Ordinance O-20-20)
• First reading of Ordinance O-20-21 authorizing infrastructure bonds for microgrid for City Hall renovation
• Amendment of Chapter 14 (Departments and Committees) via Ordinance O-20-19
• Emergency extension of FY2019-2020 budget (Ordinance O-20-22)
• Appointment of Ana Romero to Board of Supervisors of Election

The City Council unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget and an amendment to the departments and committees chapter. An emergency ordinance to extend the FY 2019-2020 budget was also passed. The council approved several sets of meeting minutes from May 2020.

• Approved Ordinance O-20-20 Adoption of Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance O-20-19 Amendment of Chapter-14 Departments and Committees (Unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Ordinance O-20-22 Extension of the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Budget (6-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Public Session Agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved 11 sets of meeting minutes from May 2020 (Unanimous)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council approved two budget amendment ordinances: O-20-17 for the Environmental Justice Department lease purchase and personnel, and O-20-18 for the Public Engagement Department's Invest in Hope COVID-19 Relief Fund. The council also began discussion on Ordinance O-20-19 (Chapter 14 amendment) and Ordinance O-20-20 (adoption of the FY 2020‑2021 budget). Additionally, several waste‑management and other department position descriptions were approved.

• Ordinance O-20-17 amendment of FY 2019‑2020 budget for Environmental Justice Department lease purchase and personnel – motion carried
• Ordinance O-20-18 amendment of FY 2019‑2020 budget for Public Engagement Department Invest in Hope COVID‑19 Relief Fund – motion carried
• Ordinance O-20-19 amendment of Chapter 14‑Departments and Committees – first reading (discussion)
• Ordinance O-20-20 adoption of FY 2020‑2021 budget – first reading (discussion)
• Approval of Waste Management CDL Driver Position Description (and other waste‑management position descriptions)

The City Council unanimously approved budget amendments for the Environmental Justice Department and the Invest in Hope COVID-19 Relief Fund. The Council also approved position descriptions for several Waste Management and Public Works roles. Additionally, the city is transitioning central offices from a temporary trailer to a new location at 1802 Brightseat Rd.

• Approved Ordinance O-20-17 amending FY 2019-2020 budget for Environmental Justice Department (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance O-20-18 amending FY 2019-2020 budget for Invest in Hope COVID-19 Relief Fund (Unanimous)
• Approved Waste Management CDL Driver position description (Unanimous)
• Approved Waste Management Laborer Supervisor position description (Unanimous)
• Approved Waste Management Laborer I position description (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Waste Management Manager position description (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Environmental Inspection Manager position description (Unanimous)
• Approved Public Works Manager and Special Operations Manager position descriptions (Approved)

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council holds a special session on May 27, 2020, to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Budget and discuss related financial actions. The agenda includes a presentation from the Acting Chief Operating Officer, followed by a review and potential vote on Ordinance O-20-14 amending the FY2019-2020 budget for the Environmental Justice Department lease and personnel. The Council will also consider a motion to establish a COVID-19 Relief Fund bank account.

• Presentation of Proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Budget by Acting COO Devan A. Martin
• Discussion and review of the Proposed FY2021 Budget
• Ordinance O-20-14: Amendment of FY2019-2020 Budget for Environmental Justice Department Lease Purchase Agreement and Personnel
• Motion to approve the Seat Pleasant Covid-19 Relief Fund Bank Account
• Next meeting: Regular Work Session June 1, 2020, and Public Session June 8, 2020

Acting Chief Operating Officer Devan A. Martin presented the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 budget totaling $9,606,604. No formal votes were taken during this special session. The first reading of the Budget Ordinance is scheduled for June 1, 2020.

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a special session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Budget. The agenda also includes a motion to approve Ordinance O-20-14, which would amend the current year budget for the Environmental Justice Department lease and personnel, and a motion to authorize a Covid-19 Relief Fund bank account. No legislation or unfinished business items are listed beyond these motions.

• Presentation and review of Proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Budget
• Motion to approve Ordinance O-20-14 amending FY 2019-2020 budget for Environmental Justice Department lease and personnel
• Motion to approve Seat Pleasant Covid-19 Relief Fund bank account

The City Council held a special session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Budget presentation. No formal votes were taken on the budget; the Council reached a consensus to meet again for a final review on May 27, 2020.

• Consensus reached to hold a final budget review meeting on May 27, 2020, at 7:00 p.m.

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council is holding a special session on Saturday, May 23, 2020 via Zoom. The agenda includes first readings of two ordinances: one amending the FY2019-2020 budget for the Environmental Justice Department lease purchase and personnel, and another amending the budget for the COVID-19 Relief Fund and Invest in Hope. The meeting also covers procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and announcements of future meetings.

• Ordinance O-20-17: Amendment of FY2019-2020 budget for Environmental Justice Department lease purchase and personnel (1st reading, discussion).
• Ordinance O-20-18: Amendment of FY2019-2020 budget for COVID-19 Relief Fund and Invest in Hope (1st reading, discussion).
• Special session held on a Saturday at 1:00 PM via Zoom.
• No presentations, meeting topics, or unfinished business listed.
• Future meetings announced: Regular Work Session June 1 and Public Session June 8.

The City Council held a special session to introduce two budget amendments for the 2019-2020 fiscal year. Both ordinances received a first reading; no final votes on approval or denial were recorded.

• Introduced Ordinance O-20-17 to amend FY 2019-2020 budget for Environmental Justice Department lease purchase and personnel (1st Reading)
• Introduced Ordinance O-20-18 to amend FY 2019-2020 budget for COVID-19 Relief Fund and Invest in Hope (1st Reading)

Special Session Agenda

The special session includes a motion to enter a closed session under Statutory Authority 3‑305(b) to discuss personnel matters and pending litigation. The council will also consider a motion to approve Resolution R‑20‑10, which amends the Emergency Preparedness and Operation Plan. No other agenda items contain listed subjects.

• Motion to go into closed session under Statutory Authority 3‑305(b) for personnel and litigation discussions
• Motion to approve Resolution R‑20‑10 amendment of the Emergency Preparedness and Operation Plan

The City Council requested updates on the Good Food Market, drawings on the MLK Corridor, and yard waste pickup in Wards 4 and 5. No formal legislation was introduced or voted upon during the session.

• Requested update on Good Food Market and MLK Corridor drawings
• Requested follow-up on yard waste pickup status in Ward 4 and 5

Budget Hearing Agenda

The City Council holds a public hearing on the proposed FY2021 budget, then moves to closed session to discuss personnel matters and potential litigation. The meeting is conducted via Webex due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing on proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2021
• Closed session under §3-305(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters
• Closed session under §3-305(b)(8) to consult on pending or potential litigation
• Citizens comment period with 5-minute limit per speaker
• Meeting held virtually due to COVID-19 pandemic

The City held a budget hearing to discuss a proposed revenue projection of $9,606,604 and across-the-board reductions due to pandemic-related impacts. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

Budget Hearing Agenda

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2020-2021 budget. They will also consider a motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel matters. The meeting is conducted via telephone due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Citizens may comment by registering with the City Clerk.

• Public hearing on FY2020-2021 proposed budget (discussion)
• Motion to go into closed session under statutory authority to discuss personnel matters
• Citizens comment period (speakers limited to 5 minutes)
• Meeting held via telephone conference call due to COVID-19

Constant Yield Hearing Agenda

The City Council holds a constant yield hearing on property taxes for FY2020-2021. The council will also consider a resolution (R-18-03) authorizing up to $4,100,000,000.00 in bond anticipation notes to finance the renovation of City Hall and Public Works facilities via USDA. The meeting includes closed sessions for personnel matters and potential litigation.

• Constant yield hearing for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 on property tax rates
• Resolution R-18-03 for $4,100,000,000.00 bond anticipation note financing for City Hall and Public Works renovation
• Motion to go into closed session for personnel matters under §3-305(b)(1)
• Motion to go into closed session for pending or potential litigation under §3-305(b)(8)
• Meeting held via telephone conference call due to COVID-19 pandemic

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will consider a second reading of Ordinance O-20-16, which amends the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 budget to accept GOCCP grant funding for the Police Department. The council will also vote on appointing Ana Romero to fill a vacancy on the Board of Supervisors of Elections. Additional items include reports from the council president, mayor, and acting COO, as well as a discussion on public safety and virtual meetings.

• Ordinance O-20-16: Amendment of FY2019-2020 budget for GOCCP grant funding for Police Department (2nd reading)
• Approval of Ana Romero to fill vacancy on Board of Supervisors of Elections
• Public Safety Committee report from meeting on May 6, 2020
• Discussion on council virtual meetings
• Announcements of FY2021 Budget Hearing and Review on May 16, 2020

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council met by telephone on May 4, 2020. Council members approved a charter amendment creating a new State of Emergency section and adopted a resolution approving a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) cooperation agreement with Prince George’s County Department of Housing and Community Development. They also approved the Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual and discussed the FY 2020‑2021 budget presentation. Additional items included ordinance discussions on civil emergencies and a police grant budget amendment.

• Resolution R-20-14 – Approval of CDBG Cooperation Agreement with Prince George's County Department of Housing and Community Development (motion carried)
• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-20-02 – Establishment of a new State of Emergency section (motion carried)
• Ordinance O-20-15 – Establishing a new Chapter 40 – Civil Emergency (discussion)
• Ordinance O-20-16 – Amendment of FY 2019‑2020 Budget for Grant Revenue for Police Department (discussion)
• Approval of the Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual (motion carried)

The City Council unanimously approved a charter amendment to establish a State of Emergency section and adopted a new Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual. Council also approved a CDBG cooperation agreement with Prince George's County. A proposed ordinance regarding civil emergencies was referred to the public safety committee for review.

• Approved Resolution R-20-14 CDBG Cooperation Agreement with Prince George's County (Unanimous)
• Approved Charter Amendment Resolution CA-20-02 to establish New Section State of Emergency (Unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual (Unanimous)
• Referred Ordinance O-20-15 Establishing a New Chapter 40-Civil Emergency to public safety committee

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a special session on April 13, 2020. After opening and a roll‑call, members voted to approve a repayment agreement for a minimum of $290.83. The council also adopted Resolution R‑20‑10, amending the town’s Emergency Preparedness and Operation Plan. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter a closed session for legal counsel consultation.

• Repayment agreement approved for a minimum of $290.83 (motion by Charl Jones, seconded by Hope Love)
• Resolution R‑20‑10 adopted to amend the Emergency Preparedness and Operation Plan
• Motion to go into closed session under Statutory Authority 3‑305(b)(7) to consult counsel
• Standard opening procedures: call to order and roll call
• Adjournment at 6:30 p.m. with request for another closed‑session motion

The City Council held a special session and entered a closed session to obtain legal advice. Upon reconvening, the Council unanimously approved a repayment agreement.

• Approved repayment agreement at a minimum rate of $290.83 per elected official (Unanimous)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held its public session by telephone due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They approved the second reading of Ordinance O-20-13 amending Chapter 39 of the city code on purchasing. The council also received a demonstration of the city website and 'My Seat Pleasant' app, and approved a merit increase for the council clerk. Several quarterly reports from city departments were presented, and dates for Fiscal Year 2021 budget hearings were announced.

• Ordinance O-20-13 (2nd reading) amending Chapter 39-Purchasing approved
• Demonstration of Seat Pleasant website and 'My Seat Pleasant' app by Sharron Lipford
• Approval of merit increase for Council Clerk as agreed on February 3, 2020
• Reports from Police, Public Works, Human Resources, and other departments for Q3 FY2020
• Upcoming Fiscal Year 2021 budget hearings on May 11 and May 16, 2020

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance O-20-13 to amend Chapter 39-Purchasing. The Chief Operating Officer also provided a report on citywide COVID-19 response efforts and census participation rates.

• Approved Ordinance O-20-13 Amendment of Chapter 39-Purchasing (Unanimous)
• Approved Regular Work Session Meeting minutes for March 2, 2020 (Unanimous)
• Approved Public Session Meeting minutes for March 2, 2020 (Unanimous)
• Approved Special Session Meeting minutes for March 16, 2020 (Unanimous)
• Approved Closed Session Meeting minutes for March 16, 2020 (Unanimous)
• Approved Special Session Meeting minutes for March 23, 2020 (Unanimous)
• Approved Special Session Meeting minutes for March 30, 2020 (Unanimous)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a remote work session due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They approved resolutions including a $500,000 line of credit through Industrial Bank and a formal opposition to the Commons at Addison Road development. The council also discussed a first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 39 on purchasing and heard quarterly reports from departments.

• Resolution R-20-13 opposing the development of The Commons at Addison Road project, passed 5-1-1
• Resolution R-20-11 approving a $500,000 line of credit through Industrial Bank, passed 6-1
• First reading of Ordinance O-20-13 amending City Code Chapter 39 on purchasing
• Quarterly reports from Police, Public Works, Economic Development, and other departments
• Discussion of FY2021 budget hearing dates

The City Council approved a line of credit through Industrial Bank and passed a resolution opposing the Commons at Addison Road project until development plans are reviewed. The council also set dates for FY2021 budget hearings.

• Approved Resolution R-20-11 for a line of credit through Industrial Bank (6-1)
• Approved Resolution R-20-13 to oppose the Commons at Addison Road project until plans are reviewed (5-1-1)
• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Set FY2021 Budget Hearing dates for May 11, May 16, and May 23, 2020

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a special session by telephone on March 30, 2020, and voted on several items. They approved Ordinance O-20-14 amending the FY2019-2020 budget for an Environmental Justice Department lease purchase agreement and personnel, Resolution R-20-12 authorizing a master lease with NCL Government Capital, and Charter Amendment CA-20-01 concerning the powers and duties of the mayor. The council also authorized opening a bank account for the Seat Pleasant COVID-19 Relief Fund.

• Approved Ordinance O-20-14 (2nd reading) to amend the FY2019-2020 budget for Environmental Justice Department lease and personnel
• Approved Resolution R-20-12 for a master lease agreement with NCL Government Capital for the Environmental Justice Department
• Approved Charter Amendment CA-20-01 regarding the powers, duties, and direction of the mayor
• Authorized creation of a Seat Pleasant COVID-19 Relief Fund bank account

The City Council unanimously approved a master lease for waste equipment and a budget amendment for the Environmental Justice Department. The Council also authorized a charter amendment regarding emergency powers and approved the creation of a COVID-19 relief bank account.

• Approved Ordinance O-20-14 to amend FY 2019-2020 budget for Environmental Justice Department (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-20-12 for Environmental Justice Department master lease with NCL Government Capital (Unanimous)
• Approved Charter Amendment Resolution CA-20-01 to grant authority to declare a State of Emergency (Unanimous)
• Approved Seat Pleasant COVID-19 Relief Fund Bank Account (Unanimous)

Special Session Agenda

The City Council holds a special session to conduct a first reading of Ordinance O-20-14, which would amend the FY 2019-2020 budget for the Environmental Justice Department's lease purchase agreement and personnel. No other business is scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Ordinance O-20-14: First reading of budget amendment for Environmental Justice Department lease purchase and personnel

The Council held a first reading of Ordinance O-20-14 to amend the FY 2019-2020 budget for the Environmental Justice Department. The proposal involves a lease purchase agreement to acquire trash trucks, a street sweeper, and bins to replace a private contractor. No final vote was recorded during this session.

• Held 1st reading of Ordinance O-20-14 to fund in-house trash services

Special Session Agenda

This special session approved Resolution R-20-10 amending the Emergency Preparedness and Operation Plan and Ordinance O-20-13 amending the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 budget for the COVID-19 pandemic. The council also moved into closed session to discuss public security and emergency plans. The meeting adjourned at 7:54 p.m.

• Resolution R-20-10 – Amendment of the Emergency Preparedness and Operation Plan (approved unanimously)
• Ordinance O-20-13 – Emergency amendment of the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Budget for the COVID-19 Pandemic (approved unanimously)
• Council entered closed session under statutory authority §3-305(b)(10) to discuss deployment of fire/police services and emergency plans

The City Council unanimously approved an amendment to the Emergency Preparedness and Operation Plan and an emergency ordinance to adjust the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 budget for the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved Resolution R-20-10 to amend the Emergency Preparedness and Operation Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Ordinance O-20-13 to amend the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Budget for the COVID-19 Pandemic (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session to discuss public security (Unanimous)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will consider the second reading of Ordinance O-20-05, which would increase salaries for the mayor and city council. They will also vote on a merit increase for the Council Clerk. A demonstration of the city website and My Seat Pleasant App is scheduled. Several procedural approvals and announcements are on the agenda.

• Ordinance O-20-05: second reading to increase mayor and council salaries
• Approval of merit increase for Council Clerk (amount not specified)
• Demonstration of city website and My Seat Pleasant App by Director of Public Engagement
• Announcement of Seat Pleasant Bond Bill Hearing in Annapolis on March 7, 2020
• Future budget hearings and constant yield hearing (tax rate) for FY2021

The City Council approved a merit increase for the Council Clerk as previously agreed upon on February 3, 2020. The session also included a demonstration of the My Seat Pleasant App for resident service requests.

• Approved Council Clerk merit increase (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Public Session Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Regular Work Session minutes for Feb 3, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved Closed Session minutes for Feb 3, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved Public Session minutes for Feb 10, 2020 (unanimous)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The City Council approved Ordinance O-20-12, amending Chapter 6 to require two signatures on checks under $150,000 and a third signature on checks over $150,000. Resolution R-20-09 was also approved to authorize negotiations for renewing the Verizon franchise agreement with Prince George's County and other municipalities. The meeting included a Social Work Month proclamation, committee reports, and numerous announcements about upcoming 2020 Census events and budget hearings.

• Ordinance O-20-12: two signatures for checks under $150,000, third signature for checks over $150,000
• Resolution R-20-09: authorizing negotiation of Verizon franchise renewal
• Social Work Month Proclamation by Mayor Eugene W. Grant
• Reports from Economic, Planning, Development & Housing; Finance & Budget; Public Safety; and other committees
• Announcements of FY2021 Budget Hearings on April 13 and 18, 2020

The City Council approved an amendment to check signature requirements for amounts over $150,000 and authorized the negotiation of a franchise renewal agreement with Verizon. The meeting also included reports on city renovations, tax collections, and upcoming annexation plans.

• Approved Ordinance O-20-12 to require three signatures on checks over $150,000 (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance O-20-12 Amendment of Chapter 6-Checks (5-1)
• Approved Resolution R-20-09 to authorize negotiation of the Verizon Franchise Renewal Agreement (Unanimous)

Public Session Agenda

The City Council reviewed multiple legislative items including salary increases and budget adjustments. The session also included the appointment of a planning board for the city's 90th anniversary.

• Ordinance O-20-05: Mayor and City Council Salaries Increase
• Ordinance O-20-08: Amendment of Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Budget
• Ordinance O-20-09: Speed and Red Light Camera Enforcement Administrative Fees
• Ordinance O-20-10: Commercial Business District Violations and Penalties
• Resolution R-20-08: Appointment of Seat Pleasant 90th Anniversary Planning Board

The City Council approved several ordinances, including salary increases for the Mayor and Council and amendments to the FY 2019-2020 budget. The council also updated regulations regarding red-light camera fees and commercial business district penalties. Additionally, a planning board for the city's 90th anniversary was appointed.

• Approved Ordinance O-20-05 for Mayor and City Council salary increases (6-0-1)
• Approved Ordinance O-20-08 to decrease FY 2019-2020 revenue and expenditures (5-0-1)
• Approved Ordinance O-20-09 regarding red-light camera enforcement administrative fees (7-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-20-10 regarding Commercial Business District violations and penalties (6-1-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-20-11 regarding Departments and Committee (7-0-0)
• Approved Resolution R-20-08 appointing the Seat Pleasant 90th Anniversary Planning Board (7-0-0)
• Approved Public Session Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes for January 6 and January 13, 2020 (unanimous)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a regular work session to discuss first readings of four ordinances: amending the FY2019-2020 budget, adjusting speed and red light camera enforcement fees, revising the commercial business district code, and updating department and committee rules. The council also already approved Resolution R-20-07 to apply for a Maryland Affordable Housing Trust Grant for 420 69th Pl. Various committee reports and announcements are on the agenda.

• First reading of Ordinance O-20-08 amending the FY2019-2020 budget to decrease revenue and expenditures
• First reading of Ordinance O-20-09 to amend vehicle and traffic codes for speed camera and red light camera administrative fees
• First reading of Ordinance O-20-10 to amend Chapter 68 (Commercial Business District)
• First reading of Ordinance O-20-11 to amend Chapter 14 (Departments and Committees)
• Resolution R-20-07 approved to apply for a Maryland Affordable Housing Trust Grant for 420 69th Pl.

The City Council approved the meeting agenda, which included adding comments on Ordinance O-20-08 regarding the amendment of the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 budget. The session primarily consisted of reports on city operations, tax collection, and proposed department restructuring.

• Approved agenda with amendments to include comments on Ordinance O-20-08 (carried)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council approved Ordinance O-20-06 amending the FY2019-2020 budget for grant revenue for the police and economic development departments, and adopted Resolution R-20-06 for the city's strategic plan for FY2020-2024. They also heard presentations on Oasis Community Partners Good Food Markets and the My Seat Pleasant App, and approved a date change for the March public meeting.

• Approval of Ordinance O-20-06 amending FY2019-2020 budget for grant revenue for police and economic development departments
• Adoption of Resolution R-20-06 adopting the Strategic Plan for the City of Seat Pleasant for FY2020-2024
• Presentation by Philip Sambol, Executive Director of Oasis Community Partners Good Food Markets
• Demonstration of the My Seat Pleasant App by Sharron Lipford, Director of Public Engagement
• Approval of changing the March public meeting date to either March 2 or March 16, 2020

The City Council approved a new four-year strategic plan and amended the FY 2019-2020 budget for police and economic development grant revenue. The council also approved previous meeting minutes and scheduled a future public session.

• Approved Resolution R-20-06 to adopt the Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance O-20-06 to amend FY 2019-2020 Budget for Police and Economic Development grant revenue (Unanimous)
• Approved Public Session Agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved Dec. 2, 2019 Regular Work Session minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Dec. 9, 2019 Public Session minutes (Unanimous)
• Scheduled Regular and Public Sessions for March 2, 2020

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a regular work session to discuss first readings of two ordinances: one increasing mayor and council salaries (O-20-05) and another amending the FY2019-2020 budget for grant revenue for police and economic development (O-20-06). The council will also review a draft strategic plan for FY2020-2024, receive quarterly reports from various departments, and consider entering a closed session for personnel matters. No final votes are expected as these are first readings and discussions.

• First reading of Ordinance O-20-05 to increase mayor and city council salaries
• First reading of Ordinance O-20-06 to amend FY2019-2020 budget for grant revenue for police and economic development departments
• Review of draft strategic plan for FY2020-2024
• Quarterly reports from COO, Police, Finance, and other departments
• Motion to go into closed session for personnel matters

The City Council approved the meeting agenda. The session consisted of reports from the Mayor and the Chief Operating Officer regarding city operations, budget updates, and the status of the renovated City Hall.

• Approved the meeting agenda