Seat Pleasant public meetings in 2023

Finance & Budget Committee Meeting

The Finance & Budget Committee will hold a meeting via Zoom on December 20, 2023, to discuss and potentially take action on several fiscal matters. Items include the FY 2021 Audit, a Workers Compensation Audit, meeting with financial institutions, city funds collateralization, highway user revenues, a financial awareness event, and personnel matters.

• FY 2021 Audit
• Workers Compensation Audit
• Meeting with Financial Institutions
• City Funds Collateralized
• Highway User Revenues

Environmental Justice & Transportation Committee Meeting

The Environmental Justice & Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss current costs within the Environmental Justice Department and explore cost reduction methods. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of inquiries and discussion.

• Inquiries regarding current costs in the Environmental Justice Dept.
• Inquiries regarding cost reduction methods for the Environmental Justice Dept.

Public Session Agenda

The City Council approved ordinances amending the FY2023-2024 budget for salary increases for the Accounting Manager and EJD Supervisors, and for a GOCCP grant of $61,013 for police technology upgrades. They also discussed a first-reading ordinance for a GOCCP Police Accountability and Transparency grant. Additionally, the council approved a PAMC project recommendation.

• Ordinance O-24-06: budget amendment for salary increases for Accounting Manager and EJD Supervisors (approved)
• Ordinance O-24-07: $61,013 GOCCP grant for police technology upgrades (approved)
• Ordinance O-24-08: GOCCP Police Accountability and Transparency grant (first reading, discussion)
• PAMC project recommendation follow-up approval (approved)

The City Council approved budget amendments to increase salaries for the Accounting Manager and EJD Supervisors and to fund police department technology upgrades via a GOCCP grant. The council also approved several sets of meeting minutes from October and November 2023.

• Approved Ordinance O-24-06 to increase Accounting Manager and EJD Supervisor salaries (5-2)
• Approved motion to decrease $1,500 from Public Engagement Salaries 5100 cost center (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance O-24-07 for Police Department GOCCP Grant technology upgrades (6-1)
• Introduced Ordinance O-24-08 for Police Department GOCCP Grant (1st Reading)
• Approved agenda (6-1)
• Approved Regular Work Session minutes for Oct 2, Nov 6, and Nov 13, 2023
• Approved Special Session minutes for Oct 2 and Oct 23, 2023
• Approved Closed Session minutes for Oct 2, 2023

Regular Work Session Agenda

The City Council will hold the first reading of two ordinances amending the FY2023-2024 budget: Ordinance O-24-06 for a salary increase for the Accounting Manager position, and Ordinance O-24-07 to accept a $61,013 grant for Public Safety GOCCP technology upgrades. The Council will also receive reports from the Mayor, City Manager, and committees, and a presentation from Greenwill Consulting Group. A public comment period is included.

• Ordinance O-24-06: FY2024 budget amendment for Accounting Manager salary increase (first reading)
• Ordinance O-24-07: FY2024 budget amendment for Public Safety GOCCP technology upgrades grant of $61,013 (first reading)
• Presentation from Greenwill Consulting Group (Johnathan Carpenter and Lesley Feliz)
• Reports from Mayor, City Manager, and council committees
• Citizen comments limited to 5 minutes per speaker

The City Council held a work session to review legislative priorities and city reports. Two budget amendment ordinances were introduced for first reading regarding staff salaries and public safety technology. No final votes were taken on the ordinances during this session.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance O-24-06 for FY 2023-2024 budget amendments for Accounting Manager and EJD Supervisor salaries (1st Reading)
• Introduced Ordinance O-24-07 for FY 2023-2024 budget amendments for Public Safety GOCCP technology upgrades (1st Reading)
• Scheduled a double meeting for Monday, January 8, 2024

Finance & Budget Committee Meeting

The Finance & Budget Committee will receive an update on the status of the city audit. No new business is on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for 12 noon at 6301 Addison Rd, Seat Pleasant.

• Discussion on the status of the City Audit

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council approved Ordinance O-24-05 on second reading, increasing mayor and council salaries to $15,000 effective October 7, 2024. They also heard a presentation on the PAMC Program for neighborhood revitalization and received monthly reports from the mayor, council president, city manager, and departments. New business items included discussions on HR department restructuring, defining council committees, street parking for disabled residents, a LISC grant for architectural services, and salary increases for the accounting manager and EJD supervisor.

• Ordinance O-24-05: Mayor and City Council Salaries Increase to $15,000 (approved)
• Presentation by Connor Klein on the PAMC Program (Neighborhood Revitalization)
• Discussion on Human Resources Department Restructure
• Discussion on Defining Council Committees
• Discussion on Public Safety: Street Parking Accommodations for Physically Disabled

The Mayor and City Council approved Ordinance O-24-05 to increase salaries for the Mayor and Council to $15,000 effective October 7, 2024. Other items, including a human resources consultant and a LISC grant, were deferred to December sessions.

• Approved Ordinance O-24-05 Mayor and City Council Salaries Increase (6-0)
• Approved salary increase for Mayor and Council to $15,000 effective October 7, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Tabled vote on community study feasibility application for firehouse and MLK Gateway to December
• Tabled decision on $50,000 HR consultant for learning management system to December
• Referred defining Council Committees to Governmental Affairs committee
• Referred physically disabled street parking ordinance to Public Safety committee
• Tabled LISC Grant for Architectural Services to December

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a regular work session. They discussed a first reading of an ordinance to increase mayor and council salaries. The council also approved a resolution declaring Municipal Government Works Month and a variance for 6904 Avon St. Reports from the mayor, city manager, and committees were presented, and there was discussion on non-citizen voting.

• Ordinance O-24-05 for mayor and city council salary increase first reading
• Resolution R-24-04 Declaration of Municipal Government Works Month approved
• Variance V-40-23 approved for 6904 Avon St
• Discussion on non-citizen voting information
• City manager and committee reports presented

The City Council approved a zoning variance for a home addition at 6904 Avon St and passed a resolution declaring Municipal Government Works Month. An ordinance to increase Mayor and City Council salaries received its first reading.

• Approved variance request V-40-23 for house addition at 6904 Avon St (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-04 declaring Municipal Government Works Month (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Introduced Ordinance O-24-05 for Mayor and City Council salary increases (1st reading)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-1)

Special Session Agenda

The City Council will discuss the State Appropriations Bill and consider two budget-related ordinances: O-24-02 amending the FY2023-2024 budget for an NCC division transfer and O-23-11 adopting the overall FY2023-2024 budget. They will also hear a presentation on the Central Avenue Blue/Silver Line Sector Plan and discuss an amendment to Chapter 30 of the Personnel Appeals Board. Citizen comments are limited to five minutes per speaker.

• Presentation on Central Avenue Blue/Silver Line Sector Plan by Elena Perry, Deputy Project Manager
• Discussion of Appropriations Bill Chapter 101-2024 (State Budget)
• Discussion of Ordinance O-24-02 amending FY2023-2024 budget for NCC Division transfer to Administration
• Discussion of Ordinance O-24-03 amending Chapter 30 (Personnel Appeals Board)
• Proposed motion to adopt Ordinance O-23-11 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget

The City Council discussed but did not approve a proposal to transfer the NCC Division from the police department to administration. The council recommended tabling the item for further discussion in a closed session. Additionally, the city announced it will seek an audit firm in November for a state-required performance audit.

• Tabled Ordinance O-24-02 regarding the transfer of NCC Division to Administration
• Determined that an RFP for a performance audit for Fiscal Years 2019-2023 will be advertised in November

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a public session to consider Ordinance O-24-04, a second-reading amendment to the FY2023-2024 budget adding an accounting assistant position and increasing the CFO salary. The council is also expected to elect a council president for the October 2023-September 2024 term. The agenda includes approval of multiple previous meeting minutes, reports from the mayor and city manager, and a joint proclamation presentation.

• Ordinance O-24-04 (second reading) amending FY2023-2024 budget for accounting assistant and CFO salary increase
• Motion to elect council president for October 2023-September 2024 term
• Joint proclamation presentation by Mayor and Council
• Approval of minutes from several September 2023 meetings (work session, special, closed, public)
• Reports from Mayor, Council President, City Manager, and department heads

The City Council approved a budget amendment for the 2023-2024 fiscal year to fund a new accounting assistant position and a CFO salary increase. The council also approved several sets of previous meeting minutes and presented a joint proclamation.

• Approved Ordinance O-24-04 to amend FY 2023-2024 budget for new Accounting Assistant position, CFO salary increase, and administration contingency (5-2)
• Approved agenda (6-1)
• Approved Regular Work Session minutes for Sept 5, 2023 (6-1)
• Approved Special Session minutes for Sept 9, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Closed Session minutes for Sept 9, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Special Session minutes for Sept 11, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Closed Session minutes for Sept 11, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Public Session minutes for Sept 11, 2023 (6-1)

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

The Seat Pleasant City Council is meeting in a special closed session. They will vote on a motion to enter closed session for personnel and investigative matters. Under legislation, they will consider approving Resolution R-18-19 for a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, funded from the Economic Development Housing Trust. Otherwise, the agenda is largely procedural.

• Motion to go into closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b) for personnel and investigative matters
• Proposed approval of Resolution R-18-19 for a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC
• Announcement of Regular Work Session on October 2, 2023 at 6:00pm and Public Session on October 9, 2023 at 7:00pm

The City Council convened for a special session and voted to enter a closed session. No substantive decisions were recorded in the public portion of the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel and investigative matters (5-0)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a regular work session to hear the FY2020 audit report and receive committee reports. Legislation includes second readings of Ordinance O-24-02 (budget amendment for NCC Division transfer) and Ordinance O-24-03 (Personnel Appeals Board amendment), plus a first reading of Ordinance O-24-04 (budget amendment for finance department salary). New business covers approval of an accounting assistant position description, a $30,000 contract for Quickbooks Pro, and a discussion on non-resident voting.

• Second reading of Ordinance O-24-02: budget transfer for NCC Division
• Second reading of Ordinance O-24-03: amendment to Personnel Appeals Board
• First reading of Ordinance O-24-04: budget amendment for finance department salary increase
• Approval of $30,000 Quickbooks Pro contract from Finance Department
• Discussion on non-resident voting

The City Council approved a description for an Accounting Assistant position and a contract for QuickBooks Pro. Two budget and personnel ordinances failed to pass due to lack of motion or seconds. The Council also discussed the possibility of allowing non-resident/non-citizen voting in municipal elections.

• Approved Accounting Assistant position description (4-1-1)
• Approved contract for QuickBooks Pro (4-1-1)
• Ordinance O-24-02 (FY 2023-2024 Budget Amendment for NCC Division Transfer) failed due to lack of motion
• Ordinance O-24-03 (Amendment of Chapter 30-Personnel Appeals Board) failed for lack of a second

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

The Seat Pleasant City Council is holding a special closed session meeting. The council will vote to enter closed session to discuss personnel matters and consult with legal counsel. Additionally, the agenda includes a motion to approve a resolution for a $60,000 contract payment to A Powell Management, LLC from the Economic Development Housing Trust. Future meeting dates are also announced.

• Motion to go into closed session under General Provisions Art. §3-305(b)(1) and (7) for personnel and legal advice
• Motion to approve Resolution R-18-19 and payment of $60,000 to A Powell Management, LLC from Economic Development Housing Trust
• Announcement of Regular Work Session on Monday, October 2, 2023
• Announcement of Public Session on Monday, October 9, 2023

The City Council voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters and consult with legal counsel. No other substantive decisions were recorded during the special session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel and legal advice (5-0)

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

The Seat Pleasant City Council is meeting in a special/closed session to discuss personnel matters and consider a resolution to approve a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, funded by the Economic Development Housing Trust. The meeting includes a roll call to enter closed session under state law for personnel discussions. A public session follows at 7:00 pm the same day.

• Motion to approve Resolution R-18-19 for a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC
• Roll call to enter closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b) for personnel matters
• Public session at 7:00 pm on September 11, 2023, at City Hall (6301 Addison Rd)
• Ward V Community Ward Walk scheduled for September 20, 2023, at 6:00 pm
• Next regular work session on October 2, 2023, and public session on October 9, 2023

The City Council voted to enter a closed session to discuss the appointment, employment, or performance of officials and employees. No other substantive decisions were recorded during the special session.

• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel matters (6-0)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a public session on September 11, 2023, including reports from the Mayor, Council President, and City Manager. In new business, the council elected Councilmember Gerald Raynor Sr as Council President for the term October 2023–September 2024 and will vote for a Council Vice President by paper ballot. A charter amendment resolution (CA-22-05) was also on the agenda for consideration.

• Election of Councilmember Gerald Raynor Sr as Council President for 2023-2024 (motion carried 4-2-1)
• Vote for Council Vice President by paper ballot from candidates Hope Love and Shireka McCarthy
• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-22-05 for amendment of the City Charter (recommended action to approve)
• Approval of minutes from July 3 and July 10, 2023 meetings (with one abstention each)
• Reports from Mayor, Council President, and City Manager for July and August 2023

The City Council elected Councilmember Raynor as Council President and Councilmember Wright as Council Vice President. The council also reached a consensus to provide a monthly newsletter to residents. No new legislation was introduced during the session.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved July 3, 2023 Work Session minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved July 10, 2023 Public Session minutes with amendments (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Elected Councilmember Raynor as Council President (4-2, 1 abstain)
• Elected Councilmember Wright as Council Vice President
• Reached consensus to provide residents with a monthly newsletter

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

This is a special closed session meeting of the Seat Pleasant City Council where they will consider a resolution to approve a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, funded from the Economic Development Housing Trust. The meeting also includes procedural items such as a call to order, roll call, and a motion to enter closed session under state law for personnel and litigation discussions.

• Resolution R-18-19 to approve a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC for services
• Motion to go into closed session under General Provisions Article §3-305(b) for personnel matters and potential litigation
• Public session announced for Monday, September 11, 2023, at 7:00 PM

The City Council voted to advertise for Human Resources, Public Engagement, and Clerk positions. The meeting also included a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel matters (Carried)
• Approved advertising for Human Resources, Public Engagement, and Clerk positions (Carried)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a regular work session on September 5, 2023. They discussed and approved Resolution R-24-03 supporting homeownership and affordable housing, and held first readings of two ordinances: a budget amendment for the NCC division and changes to the Personnel Appeals Board. The council also voted to accept Michael Barber as Environmental Justice Director, but a nomination for Council President failed; Shireka McCarthy was elected Vice President after multiple votes.

• First reading of Ordinance O-24-02 amending the FY 2023-2024 budget for NCC Division salaries
• First reading of Ordinance O-24-03 amending Chapter 30 (Personnel Appeals Board)
• Approval of Resolution R-24-03 to support and promote homeownership and affordable housing
• Nomination of Michael Barber as Environmental Justice Director approved (7-0-1 abstention)
• Council President nomination failed; Shireka McCarthy elected Vice President

The City Council approved a resolution to support homeownership and affordable housing and appointed Michael Barber as Environmental Justice Director. The council also held nominations for Council Vice President. Several ordinances were introduced for first reading.

• Approved Resolution R-24-03 to support homeownership and affordable housing (7-0)
• Appointed Michael Barber as Environmental Justice Director (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Nominated Shireka McCarthy as Council Vice President (4-1, 2 abstain)
• Nominated Hope Love as Council Vice President (4-2, 1 abstain)
• Nomination of Donovan Bilbro for Council President failed (3-0, 4 abstain)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will hold a discussion on crime trends, vacant properties, staffing, camera installation, and a complaint about commercial vehicles using 70th Street for deliveries to the Save-A-Lot shopping center. New business includes memoranda of understanding with neighboring cities and the Criminal Investigations Unit standard operating procedure.

• Resident complaint about commercial vehicles on 70th Street for Save-A-Lot deliveries
• Update on vacant property list and business licenses
• Discussion of camera installation plan
• MOUs with neighboring cities
• Review of Criminal Investigations Unit standard operating procedure

Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee Meeting

The Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee is meeting to discuss two personnel-related items: a review of Chapter 30 regarding the Personnel Appeals Board and a review of the Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual. No new business was listed. The meeting includes procedural opening and adjournment.

• Discussion of Chapter 30 – Personnel Appeals Board Review
• Discussion of Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual Review

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council voted to approve Ordinance O-24-01, which amends the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget to fund two Senior Accountant positions in the Finance Department. The council also approved a position description for a Facilities Maintenance Engineer and adopted minutes from several prior meetings. The meeting included reports from the Mayor, Council President, and City Manager, as well as citizen comment and community event announcements.

• Ordinance O-24-01 (2nd reading) to amend FY2023-2024 budget for two Senior Accountant positions, approved 5–0–1
• Approval of Facilities Maintenance Engineer position description and related organizational chart
• Approval of minutes from June 5, 12, and 20, 2023 meetings (regular work, closed, special, public sessions)
• Mayor and City Manager presented monthly and quarterly reports
• Community events announced: Ward II Ward Walk, Fish Fry, Summer Financial Workshop, Camp Adventure, Ward V Block Party, Ward I Ward Walk

The City Council approved a budget amendment to fund two senior accountant positions and approved the position description for a Facilities Maintenance Engineer. The council also approved several sets of meeting minutes from June 2023.

• Approved Ordinance O-24-01 to amend FY 2023-2024 Budget for two Senior Accountant positions (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Facilities Maintenance Engineer position description (6-0)
• Approved Regular Work Session Minutes for June 5, 2023 (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Closed Session Minutes for June 5, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Special Session Minutes for June 12, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Closed Session Minutes for June 12, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Public Session Minutes for June 12, 2023 (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Special Session Minutes for June 20, 2023 (5-0, 1 no)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a regular work session on July 3, 2023, and approved several items. They passed Resolution R-24-02, a cooperation agreement with Prince George's County's Department of Housing and Community Development, and Ordinance O-24-01 amending the FY2023-2024 budget for senior accountant positions. The council also approved new position descriptions for Facilities Maintenance Engineer, Safety Officer, Inventory Specialist, and Market Master. The meeting included a presentation on expanding air quality monitoring and various departmental reports.

• Approved Resolution R-24-02, cooperation agreement with Prince George's County for housing and community development
• Passed Ordinance O-24-01 amending FY2023-2024 budget for Senior Accountant positions in Finance Department
• Approved new position descriptions: Facilities Maintenance Engineer, Safety Officer, Inventory Specialist, Market Master
• Heard presentation from Maryland Institute for Applied Environmental Health on expanding air quality monitoring to Fairmount Heights and Seat Pleasant
• Received quarterly reports from departments including Finance, Public Safety, and City Manager

The City Council approved the meeting agenda. The session consisted of reports from city departments and a presentation regarding air quality monitoring, but no other substantive legislative actions were decided.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

Special Session Agenda

The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget via Ordinance O-23-11, approve a Senior Accountant position description with a $75,000 salary cap, and approve a revised Staff Assistant position description. The meeting also includes a citizen comment period and a motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Adoption of Ordinance O-23-11 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget (2nd reading)
• Approval of Senior Accountant position description with $75,000 salary cap
• Approval of revised Staff Assistant position description
• Closed session under Md. Code Gen. Prov. § 3-305(b)(1) for personnel discussions
• Citizen comment period with 5-minute limit per speaker

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget and authorized the creation of two senior accountant positions to address severe financial record-keeping deficits. The council also approved a revised position description for a Staff Assistant.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 Budget (Ordinance O-23-11) (5-2)
• Approved position descriptions for two Senior Accountants with a $75,000 salary cap each (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved revised position description for Staff Assistant (7-0)

Special/Closed Session Meeting Agenda

This is a special closed session meeting of the City of Seat Pleasant City Council. The council voted unanimously to go into closed session under Maryland statutory authority to discuss personnel matters, including appointment, employment, or performance evaluation of officials. No public substantive actions were taken, and the meeting adjourned at 7:02 PM.

• Motion to enter closed session under General Provisions Article §3-305(b)(1) for personnel discussions
• Unanimous vote: 7-0 in favor of closed session
• Meeting held via Zoom due to COVID-19 pandemic
• Closed session not open to the public; no agenda items for public decision

The City Council convened for a special session and voted to enter a closed session under Statutory Authority 3-305(b)(1). The session was held to discuss personnel matters including appointment, employment, and performance evaluations. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel matters (6-0)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council approved two FY2022-2023 budget amendments: one for a Public Safety GOCCP Grant and one for Administration Salaries. They also heard the first reading of the FY2023-2024 budget (no vote). A presentation on the Goodwin Park Cultural Hub was given.

• Approved Ordinance O-23-08: Amendment of FY2022-2023 budget for Public Safety GOCCP Grant
• Approved Ordinance O-23-09: Amendment of FY2022-2023 budget for Administration Salaries
• First reading of Ordinance O-23-11: Adoption of FY2023-2024 budget
• Presentation by Allie O'Neill, Architect and Community Planning Director of Neighborhood Design Center, on the Goodwin Park Cultural Hub
• Approved minutes from multiple prior meetings (May 1, 8, 22, 24, 2023)

The City Council approved budget amendments for Public Safety GOCCP grants and administration salaries. The council also received a presentation on design recommendations for the Goodwin Park Cultural Hub.

• Approved Ordinance O-23-08 Amendment of FY 2022-2023 Budget for Public Safety GOCCP Grant (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance O-23-09 Amendment of FY 2022-2023 Budget for Administration Salaries (6-0-1)
• Approved Regular Work Session Meeting Minutes for May 1, 2023 (6-0-1)
• Approved Closed Session Meeting Minutes for May 1, 2023 (7-0-0)
• Approved Public Session Meeting Minutes for May 8, 2023 (6-0-1)
• Approved Special Session Meeting Minutes for May 22, 2023 (5-0-2)
• Approved Closed Session Meeting Minutes for May 22, 2023 (6-0-1)
• Approved Special Session Meeting Minutes for May 24, 2023 (5-0-2)

Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee Meeting

The Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee will discuss Ordinance O-23-06, which would amend Chapter 30 concerning the Personnel Appeals Board. The committee will also review the Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual and a Granicus technology review. No new business is listed; the meeting is a discussion session.

• Ordinance O-23-06: Amendment of Chapter 30 Personnel Appeals Board
• Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual review
• Granicus Technology Review
• No new business items

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will hold a meeting on June 8, 2023, with two main discussion topics: an update on the NCC (likely a local public safety initiative) and automated enforcement (such as traffic cameras). The agenda includes procedural opening and adjournment, with no new business listed.

• Discussion of NCC update (Information and Discussion item)
• Discussion of Automated Enforcement (Discussion item)
• No new business on the agenda

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a regular work session with discussions on the FY2023-2024 budget and first readings of two ordinances (O-23-08 and O-23-09) amending the current fiscal year budget for the Police Department GOCCP Grant and Administration salaries. An emergency ordinance (O-23-10) to extend the FY2022-2023 budget will be voted on. The council will also consider approval of a Staff Assistant position description and hear presentations on M-NCPPC and the Central Avenue Blue Line Sector Plan.

• First reading of Ordinance O-23-08 amending FY2022-2023 budget for Police Department GOCCP Grant
• First reading of Ordinance O-23-09 amending FY2022-2023 budget for Administration salaries
• Action on Emergency Ordinance O-23-10 to extend the FY2022-2023 budget
• Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 proposed budget
• Action on approval of a Staff Assistant position description

The Council approved the meeting agenda. The session consisted of presentations from the M-NCPPC regarding community center activities and the Central Avenue Blue Line Sector Plan, as well as a report from the Mayor.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

Special/Closed Session Meeting Agenda

The City Council held a special/closed session to discuss personnel matters under Maryland law and the FY2023-2024 budget. In open session, they voted on Ordinance O-23-07 adopting the FY2023-2024 budget, which failed with 2 yes, 3 no, 1 abstain.

• Closed session under §3-305(b)(1) for personnel matters
• Discussion of FY2023-2024 budget
• Ordinance O-23-07 adoption vote failed (2 yes, 3 no, 1 abstain)
• Citizens comment period with 5-minute speaker limit
• Upcoming events: Ward IV Community Ward Walk, Regular Work Session, Public Session

The City Council voted on the second reading of Ordinance O-23-07 regarding the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget, but the motion failed. The council also held a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel matters (6-0)
• Approval of Ordinance O-23-07 (FY 2023-2024 Budget) denied (2-3, 1 abstain)

Special Session Agenda

The City Council of Seat Pleasant held a special session to consider the second reading of Ordinance O-23-07 adopting the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. The Council also approved a Personnel Appeals Board member recommendation and later voted to enter closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Second reading and vote on Ordinance O-23-07 adopting the FY 2023-2024 budget
• Approval of a Personnel Appeals Board member recommendation (Helen Raynor-Hughes)
• Motion to enter closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1) for personnel discussions
• Ward I Business Meeting scheduled for May 24, 2023
• Ward IV Community Ward Walk scheduled for May 31, 2023

The City Council approved a recommendation from the Personnel Appeals Board. Council members discussed budget recommendations for Ordinance O-23-07 and scheduled a follow-up meeting for May 24, 2023, to review and approve the budget.

• Approved Personnel Appeals Board Recommendation (4-1, 1 abstain)
• Approved motion for Staff Assistant to be under the direction of the City Manager (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session under Statutory Authority 3-305(b)(1) (5-0)

Finance & Budget Committee Meeting

The Finance & Budget Committee will hear an update on the status of the city audit. The agenda includes no new business items, so the meeting focuses solely on this discussion.

• Discussion on the status of the City Audit

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council rejected the second reading of Ordinance O-23-06 amending the Personnel Appeals Board (3-3 vote). They held the first reading of the FY 2023-2024 budget ordinance (O-23-07), approved filling the Ward V vacancy with Donovan Bilbro, and approved an ADP service agreement and a lobbyist firm (Greenwill). The annual Ethics Commission report was also presented.

• Filling Ward V vacancy by appointing Donovan Bilbro
• Approval of ADP Service Agreement (city payroll/HR services)
• Approval of lobbyist firm (Greenwill)
• First reading of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Ordinance O-23-07
• Rejection of Ordinance O-23-06 amending Chapter 30 (Personnel Appeals Board)

The City Council voted against Ordinance O-23-06, returning the Personnel Appeals Board amendment to the Governmental Affairs & Technology committee. The council also held a first reading for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget. Additionally, the Ethics Commission reported that it issued no advisory opinions in its first year.

• Denied Ordinance O-23-06 Amendment of Chapter 30-Personnel Appeals Board (3-3)
• Approved agenda with amendments to 6.4 (5-0)
• Approved April 3 Regular Work Session minutes (5-1)
• Approved April 10 Public Session minutes (5-1)
• Approved April 10 Constant Yield Hearing minutes (6-0)
• Approved April 10 FY 2023-2024 Budget Hearing minutes (5-1)
• Approved April 15 FY 2023-2024 Budget Hearing minutes (5-1)
• Approved April 17 Special Session minutes (6-0)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held two votes to fill the vacant Ward V councilmember seat, but both candidates (Donovan Bilbro and Sean Michael Wilson) were rejected. Council also held first reading of an ordinance amending the Personnel Appeals Board (O-23-06), approved a Community Legacy Grant application (R-23-06), and discussed updates to the Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual and an ADP service agreement.

• Motion to approve Donovan Bilbro as Ward V councilmember failed (3 yes, 1 no, 2 abstain)
• Motion to approve Sean Michael Wilson as Ward V councilmember failed (3 yes, 2 no, 1 abstain)
• Ordinance O-23-06 (Amendment of Chapter 30 – Personnel Appeals Board) first reading
• Resolution R-23-06 (Application for Community Legacy Grant for operating assistance) approved
• Approval of ADP Service Agreement and review of Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual update

The City Council held a work session featuring presentations from Greenwill Consulting Group regarding lobbying services and ADP Services regarding HR and payroll automation. No formal votes were taken on these proposals during the session. The council also received reports on the upcoming Mayors Beautification Day and the city's budget process.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

Special Session Agenda

The City Council of Seat Pleasant is holding a special session to review and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. No votes are scheduled; this is an information-only discussion. The meeting is held via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Future work sessions and public sessions are announced.

• Review and discussion of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget (information only)
• Future meetings: Regular Work Session on May 1, 2023 and Public Session on May 8, 2023 via Zoom

Special Session Agenda

The City Council of Seat Pleasant is holding a special session to review and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. A public hearing for the Ward V vacancy is also scheduled for later that evening. The remainder of the agenda is procedural.

• Review and discussion of FY 2023-2024 budget
• Ward V Vacancy Public Hearing at 7:30pm via Zoom
• Upcoming regular work session on May 1, 2023
• Upcoming public session on May 8, 2023

The City Council discussed the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget and recommended several adjustments to departmental spending and staffing. The Council agreed to remove one HR position and suggested salary reductions for the grant manager and payroll clerk roles.

• Agreed to remove HR Generalist position and allocate $55,000 to retirement
• Recommended a decrease in salary for the grant manager position
• Recommended a reduction of $10,000-15,000 for the payroll clerk position salary

Ward V Council Vacancy Public Hearing Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council is holding a public hearing to consider candidates Donovan Bilbro and Sean Wilson for the Ward V council vacancy. After the hearing, the council will move into closed session to discuss the appointment. Residents may comment during the citizens comment period.

• Public hearing for Ward V council vacancy candidates Donovan Bilbro and Sean Wilson
• Motion to go into closed session under State law to discuss appointment of a councilmember
• Citizens comment period limited to 5 minutes per speaker
• Next regular work session scheduled for May 1, 2023 via Zoom

The City Council held a public hearing to hear statements from candidates Donovan Bilbro and Sean Michael Wilson. The Board of Supervisors of Election confirmed both candidates qualified for the vacancy. No appointment decision was recorded in the minutes.

Special/Closed Session Meeting Agenda

The City Council met in a special closed session on April 17, 2023, to discuss a council vacancy under Maryland's personnel exemption. The council voted unanimously to enter closed session. The meeting also included announcements for a budget review meeting and a public hearing on the Ward V vacancy, both scheduled for April 24.

• Closed session discussion of council vacancy (item 2.1)
• Motion to enter closed session carried unanimously (6-0)
• Citizens comment period limited to 5 minutes per speaker
• Announcement: City Council Budget Review Meeting on April 24 at 6:00pm via Zoom
• Announcement: Ward V Vacancy Public Hearing on April 24 at 7:30pm via Zoom, followed by another closed session

The City Council voted to enter a closed session to consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. The council also discussed ensuring charter language is included in vacancy and election packets.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for real property acquisition (6-0)

Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Hearing Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council is holding a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2023-2024 budget. The meeting includes a discussion of the budget, a closed session for personnel matters, and citizens' comments. No specific dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• FY2023-2024 Proposed Budget Hearing (Discussion item)
• Motion to go into Closed Session for personnel matters under 3-305(b)(1)
• Citizens Comment period (5 minutes per speaker, registration required)
• Announcements: Budget Review on Apr 15 (12-5pm) and Apr 24 (6pm), both via Zoom
• Upcoming meetings: Work Session May 1, Public Session May 8, Annual Parade May 6

The Mayor and City Council held a review hearing for the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget. No final votes were taken on the budget's approval; the session focused on discussing salary increases, department staffing, and financial reserves.

• Agreed to break down expenditures for each purpose in the budget
• Tabled discussion on position descriptions to a potential closed session

Constant Yield Hearing Agenda

The City Council holds a constant yield hearing for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The council will discuss the presentation from the city manager and accounting manager. They will also consider a resolution to approve bond anticipation note financing of $4,100,000,000.00 for renovation of City Hall and Public Works facilities. Additionally, the council will vote to go into closed session for personnel discussions.

• Constant yield hearing presentation for FY2023-2024 by city manager and accounting manager
• Resolution R-18-03: Bond anticipation note financing for City Hall and Public Works facilities – $4,100,000,000
• Motion to go into closed session under statutory authority 3-305(b)(1) for personnel matters
• Citizen comment period

The City Manager and Accounting Manager presented the Constant Yield Hearing for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The council is maintaining the current tax rate of .58 cents, which is expected to bring in approximately $97,133.00 in additional revenue due to increased property assessment values.

• Maintained tax rate of .58 cents for FY 2023-2024

Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Hearing Agenda

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget, with a discussion item and a budget-in-brief document available. The meeting includes citizens comment (limited to 5 minutes per speaker), a roll call leading to a closed session on personnel matters, and announcements for a constant yield hearing and additional budget sessions later in April. No budget total or specific funding changes are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of FY2023-2024 Proposed Budget (Budget in Brief attached)
• Citizens comment period – register with the City Clerk, 5-minute limit
• Closed session authorized under state law for personnel matters
• Constant Yield Hearing scheduled for April 10, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
• Additional budget hearing and review set for April 15, 2023

City Manager Myneca Y. Ojo presented the proposed FY2023-2024 budget, which includes a proposed revenue of $12,863,463 and expenditures of $12,862,579. The meeting served as a hearing to discuss departmental changes and funding shifts. No votes were taken on the budget during this session.

• Proposed FY2023-2024 budget presented for review
• Proposed minimum $100,000 reinvestment in City reserve
• Proposed 16.99% increase for Finance Department ($617,689) for a new position
• Proposed 20.45% increase for Human Resources ($1,136,959) for a new Generalist position
• Proposed 63.68% increase for Speed/Automated enforcement ($2,192,826)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a public session on April 10, 2023, to vote on approving a Community Legacy Grant application (Resolution R-23-01) for renovating two homes, and consider approving a contract with a lobbyist firm. They will also discuss the budget hearing and review schedule, receive reports from the mayor and city manager, and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Resolution R-23-01: Approval of Community Legacy Grant application and additional financing for renovation of two homes in Seat Pleasant
• Approval of contract with a lobbyist firm (Greenwill-Seat Pleasant scope of work attached)
• Discussion of budget hearing and review schedule
• Approval of minutes from multiple March 2023 meetings (work session, closed session, public session, Ward V vacancy hearing)
• Citizen comment period (register with city clerk, 5-minute limit)

The City Council reviewed a proposal to hire Greenwill Consultant Group for $2,500 per month for 12 months to monitor legislation and seek grants. The discussion focused on the necessity of representation in Annapolis, the length of the contract, and the availability of funds in the Administration Contracts Cost center. No final vote on the firm was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 6 Regular Work Session minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved March 6 Closed Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 13 Public Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 20 Ward V Vacancy Public Hearing minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 20 Closed Session minutes (6-0)

Public Safety Committee Meeting

This is a routine meeting of the Public Safety Committee. Members will discuss an update from the NCC (likely a regional public safety communications center) and hear community concerns. No new business is on the agenda. The meeting adjourned at 7:06pm.

• Discussion of NCC Update
• Discussion of Community Concerns
• No new business items

Regular Work Session Agenda

The City Council received a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget from the city manager. They discussed the Tanko Lighting Proposal as unfinished business and approved the use of the Foote Street Lot for two days. A motion to approve two applicants for the Personnel Appeals Board failed. Several budget hearings were announced for April 10 and 15.

• Proposed FY 2023-2024 budget presentation by City Manager Myneca Ojo
• Tanko Lighting Proposal discussed as unfinished business
• Approved usage of Foote Street Lot for two days
• Motion to approve two Personnel Appeals Board applicants failed
• Budget hearings scheduled for April 10 and 15

The City Manager presented the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget, noting it is the first without ARPA funds. The session included a presentation from Pepco regarding streetlight LED conversion and ownership. No substantive votes were taken other than the approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved meeting agenda with amendments (6-0)

Economic, Planning, Development and Housing Committee Meeting

The Economic, Planning, Development and Housing Committee will hear informational presentations on federal grant opportunities and economic development. No new business items are listed. The meeting is largely informational with no voting items.

• Federal Grant Opportunities presentation by Ethan Sweep
• Economic Development presentation by Kyrthlyn Rhoda
• No new business items

Ward V Council Vacancy Public Hearing Agenda

The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss candidate Sean Wilson for the Ward V vacancy. The meeting will include a motion to enter closed session for personnel matters related to the appointment. Citizens may comment during the public comment period. Upcoming meetings include a budget hearing and constant yield hearing in April.

• Discussion of Sean Wilson as candidate for Councilmember Ward V
• Motion to go into Closed Session under personnel appointment statute (3-305(b)(1))
• Citizens comment period limited to 5 minutes per speaker
• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Hearing scheduled for April 10, 2023
• Constant Yield Hearing and Public Session also on April 10, 2023

The council held a public hearing to hear testimony from candidate Sean Wilson regarding a Ward V council vacancy. The Board of Supervisors of Election disqualified one other candidate, Mr. Bilbro. No vote was recorded to fill the vacancy during the public session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to obtain legal advice (6-0)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will consider Resolution R-23-01 to approve a Community Legacy Grant application and additional financing for renovating two homes. The meeting also includes reports from the Mayor, Council President, and City Manager, as well as a public hearing announcement for a Ward V vacancy. New business items include a discussion on a Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual (though a motion to remove that item was carried) and an update on a city compensation study.

• Resolution R-23-01: Approval of application for Community Legacy Grant and additional financing for renovation of two homes in Seat Pleasant
• Recommendation for Personnel Rules and Regulation Manual (item 7.1, later removed by amendment)
• Update on Seat Pleasant Compensation Study
• Ward V Vacancy Public Hearing scheduled for March 20, 2023
• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Hearing on April 10, 2023

The City Council approved the agenda and minutes from four previous sessions. No new legislation was passed, and the council received reports on the FY24 budget and pending state bills.

• Approved meeting agenda with amendments (5-0)
• Approved Regular Work Session Meeting Minutes for Feb 6, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Special Session Meeting Minutes for Feb 13, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Closed Session Meeting Minutes for Feb 13, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Public Session Meeting Minutes for Feb 13, 2023 (4-0, 1 abstention)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a regular work session via Zoom. They voted to maintain the Business Personal Property Tax Rate at $12 per $100 assessed value. The council also discussed the proposed FY2023-2024 budget calendar and a consultant for the finance department, and considered a smart technology usage policy.

• Voted to maintain Business Personal Property Tax Rate at $12 per $100 assessed
• Proposed FY2023-2024 Budget Calendar discussed
• Ordinance O-23-05 to amend FY2022-2023 budget for Mayor's professional development
• Recommendation for a consultant firm for the Finance Department
• Discussion of Smart Technology and Usage Policy

The Council held a work session featuring a presentation on the feasibility of the city purchasing streetlights from Pepco. Staff provided updates on legislative impacts, the FY2020 audit, and preparations for Seat Pleasant Day.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Public Safety Committee Meeting

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Public Safety Committee. The agenda includes a department update, discussion of a support request from the City Council regarding legislation, status updates on previous committee requests, and an NCC update. No new business is listed.

• Department update (discussion)
• Support request from City Council/Legislation (discussion)
• Status on last committee request (discussion/information)
• NCC update (discussion/information)

Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee Meeting

The Seat Pleasant Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee meets to discuss two items: a recommended amendment to Chapter 30 regarding the Personnel Appeals Board, and a proposed Smart Technology Policy. No decisions are scheduled; both items are listed as discussions. The meeting opens with roll call and ends with adjournment.

• Discussion of recommendation to amend Chapter 30 (Personnel Appeals Board)
• Discussion of Smart Technology Policy recommendation

Special/Closed Session Meeting Agenda

The City Council held a special/closed session via Zoom to discuss pending or potential litigation, personnel matters, and real property acquisition under Maryland statutory authority. No public business was conducted; the meeting consisted of procedural motions to enter closed session, a citizens' comment period, and a public session announcement.

• Motion to enter closed session under Md. Code Gen. Prov. §3-305(b)(1) (personnel matters) and (b)(3) (real property acquisition) and (b)(8) (litigation), carried unanimously
• Citizens comment period (5-minute limit, register with City Clerk)
• Public session announced for 7:00pm same day via Zoom

The City Council held a special session and voted to enter a closed session. No other substantive decisions were recorded during the public portions of the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for real property acquisition and potential litigation (6-0)

Public Session Agenda

The council will vote on Resolution R-23-01 to apply for a Community Legacy Grant and accept additional financing for renovation of two homes in Seat Pleasant. They will also hear a presentation from the Neighborhood Design Center on Reimagine Goodwin Park and receive reports from the mayor and city manager. The remainder of the agenda is procedural, including approval of minutes and setting future meeting dates.

• Resolution R-23-01: Approval of application for Community Legacy Grant and receipt of additional financing for renovation of two homes in Seat Pleasant
• Presentation by Neighborhood Design Center on Reimagine Goodwin Park
• Approval of minutes from January 3 and January 9, 2023 meetings
• Mayor's monthly report for January 2023
• City Manager's 2022 annual report

The City Council approved the agenda and minutes from three previous meetings. The session included a presentation on the 'Re-Imagine Goodwin Park' project and a comprehensive administrative report from the City Manager regarding city finances, staffing, and public safety.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved Regular Work Session Meeting Minutes for January 3, 2023
• Approved Charter Amendment Public Hearing Meeting Minutes for January 3, 2023
• Approved Public Session Meeting Minutes for January 9, 2023

Regular Work Session Agenda

The City Council voted to appoint Demetrious T. Harris as Chief of Police and approved Ordinance O-23-05 to amend the FY 2022-2023 budget for professional development of the Mayor. The council also discussed filling the vacant Ward V seat and received reports from the Mayor, City Manager, and departments.

• Appointment of Demetrious T. Harris as Chief of Police (approved 5-1)
• Ordinance O-23-05: Amendment for Mayor's professional development budget (approved 5-1)
• Update on filling vacant Ward V council seat
• Recommendation for consultant firm for Finance Department
• Chapter 30 Personnel Appeals Board amendment discussed

The City Council held a work session consisting primarily of departmental reports and presentations. The only formal action taken was the approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Public Session Agenda

The council approved minutes from prior meetings and held second readings on 12 charter amendment resolutions. Eleven amendments were adopted, including changes to councilor qualifications and filling vacancies, while a term limits amendment failed.

• Approved Charter Amendment CA-23-01 on number, selection, and term of council members
• Approved CA-23-02 on qualifications of councilpersons (vote 5–2)
• Approved CA-23-03 on filling vacancies and CA-23-04 on forfeiture of office
• Failed CA-23-11 to add a new section on term limits (vote 1–4, 2 abstentions)
• Presentations by Skip Gault (Brownfield) and City Attorney Jason Deloach

The City Council approved 11 charter amendment resolutions covering election processes, official qualifications, and city management. A proposed amendment to institute term limits for elected officials was denied.

• Approved CA-23-01: Charter amendment for number, selection and term (7-0)
• Approved CA-23-02: Minimum age for council seat raised from 21 to 25 (5-2)
• Approved CA-23-03: Filling vacancies for less than 15 months by appointment (7-0)
• Approved CA-23-04: Provisions for forfeiture of office (7-0)
• Approved CA-23-05: Minimum age for mayor raised from 18 to 25 (5-2)
• Approved CA-23-06: Council authority to remove board of election members (7-0)
• Approved CA-23-07: Registration language change to 'he/she registered to vote' (7-0)
• Approved CA-23-08: Vacancies over 15 months filled by special election (7-0)

Charter Amendment Public Hearing Agenda

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss and potentially vote on 12 charter amendment resolutions covering council member qualifications, vacancies, term limits, and other governance changes. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel matters and a citizens comment period. Recommended actions include motions to approve each resolution.

• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-23-01: Number, Selection and Term of council members
• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-23-11: New section on term limits
• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-23-12: Annual evaluation of the City Manager
• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-23-10: Amendment regarding women in the charter
• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-23-04: Forfeiture of office provisions

The City Council introduced 12 separate resolutions to amend the City Charter covering topics such as term limits, vacancies, and qualifications. No final votes were recorded on these resolutions during the hearing.

• Introduced CA-23-01 (Number, Selection and Term)
• Introduced CA-23-02 (Qualifications of a Councilpersons)
• Introduced CA-23-03 (Filling of Vacancies)
• Introduced CA-23-04 (Forfeiture of Office)
• Introduced CA-23-05 (Qualification of Mayor)
• Introduced CA-23-06 (Removal of Members)
• Introduced CA-23-07 (Registration)
• Introduced CA-23-08 (Special Election)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council holds a regular work session with reports from the mayor, city manager, and several departments. The only legislative item is a first reading of Ordinance O-23-05 to amend the FY2022-2023 budget for elected official professional development. No other new or unfinished business is listed.

• First reading of Ordinance O-23-05: Amendment of FY2022-2023 Budget for Professional Development of the Mayor
• Mayor's Report for December 2022
• Interim City Manager 2nd Quarterly Report
• Departmental quarterly reports including Finance, Public Safety, Environmental Justice, and others
• Public hearing on charter amendment announced for later that evening via Zoom

The City Council approved the meeting agenda. The session consisted of departmental reports covering city audits, waste management costs, and public safety updates, but no substantive legislative decisions were made.

• Approved Regular Work Session Agenda (6-0)