Seat Pleasant public meetings in 2024

Special Session Agenda

The City Council held a special session and voted 5-0 (one abstention) to approve Ordinance O-25-06, amending the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget for an ARPA expense account to fund subscription services for accounting budgeting software. The meeting also included a citizen comment period and announcements of upcoming meetings.

• Ordinance O-25-06 (2nd reading) amending FY2024-2025 budget for ARPA expense account for subscription services for accounting budgeting software; motion carried 5-0, 1 abstention
• Citizen comment period with 5-minute speaker limit (per Resolution 09-03)
• Next regular work session scheduled for January 6, 2025
• Next public session scheduled for January 13, 2025

The City Council held a special session to address budget legislation. The council approved an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget to create an ARPA expense account.

• Approved Ordinance O-25-06 Amendment of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget for an ARPA Expense Account (5-0-1)

Special/Closed Session Agenda

The City Council of Seat Pleasant is holding a special closed session to discuss personnel matters, including employee holiday gifts. The meeting also includes an informational update on ARPA funds obligation. Citizen comments are permitted with prior registration, limited to five minutes.

• Motion to go into closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b) for personnel matters
• Discussion of employee holiday gifts
• Information on ARPA funds obligation
• Citizen comment period with 5-minute limit per speaker
• Announcements of holiday community events (Santa with a Badge, Santa Tour, Light Up Your Holiday)

The City Council approved the distribution of the remaining $270,000 in ARPA funds across several city initiatives and audits. The Council also agreed to provide $75 holiday gifts to each employee.

• Approved $75.00 holiday gifts for each employee
• Approved $26,000 for 20743 Coalition (4-1-1)
• Approved $81,000 for Strategic Planning (5-0-1)
• Approved $15,000 for ARPA Audit (5-1-0)
• Approved $30,000 for Marquise Sign, $8,000 for Lighting of the Seat Pleasant Sign, $20,000 for Education Initiative, $15,000 for Commercial Corridor, $5,000 for Neighborhood Opportunity Fund, and $20,000 for Housing Rehabilitation, Beautification and Safety Program (7-0-0)
• Approved $50,000 for Housing Rehabilitation, Beautification and Safety Program (6-0-0)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel matters (5-0-0)

Human Services, Health, and Education Committee Meeting

The Human Services, Health, and Education Committee of Seat Pleasant will meet virtually to discuss several topics. They will hear a presentation on LGIT Health Insurance and information on a 401A plan for the Police Department. Discussion items include proposed legislation for health and wellness incentives, a youth trip to Annapolis, establishing a citywide education initiative, and setting evaluation requirements. The meeting is primarily discussion and information items with no final decisions yet.

• Discussion of LGIT Health Insurance presentation
• Information item on a 401A plan for the Police Department
• Discussion on proposed legislation for health and wellness incentives
• Discussion on a youth trip to Annapolis
• Discussion on establishing a citywide education initiative and evaluation requirements

Public Session Agenda

The City Council approved Ordinance O-25-07, amending the FY2024-2025 budget to accept GOCCP grants for body armor, gun violence, and warrants/absconding. It also approved Ordinance O-25-08 amending Chapter 14 on departments and committees. Other actions included appointments to the Ethics Commission and Personnel Appeals Board, and discussion of ARPA funding obligation.

• Approved Ordinance O-25-07 to amend the FY2024-2025 budget for GOCCP public safety grants (gun violence, body armor, warrants/absconding)
• Approved Ordinance O-25-08 amending Chapter 14 (Departments and Committees)
• Discussed obligation of ARPA funding (item 6.1)
• Appointed Donovan Bilbro to Personnel Appeals Board and Chawleen Perry Smith to Ethics Commission; postponed two other appointments
• Postponed item 3.1 (Appreciation Presentation) to January 6, 2025

The City Council approved budget amendments for GOCCP grants and updated the city's departments and committees ordinance. The council also appointed several members to the Personnel Appeals Board and Ethics Commission. Discussions were held regarding ARPA funding inconsistencies and an approximate remaining balance of $87,655.79.

• Approved Ordinance O-25-07 amending FY 2024-2025 Budget for GOCCP Grants (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance O-25-08 amending Chapter 14-Departments and Committees (6-1)
• Approved Donovan Bilbro for Personnel Appeals Board (6-1 abstain)
• Approved Lacretia Hill for Personnel Appeals Board (7-0)
• Approved Chawleen Perry Smith for Ethics Commission (7-0)
• Postponed appointment of Reveral Yeargin for Personnel Appeals Board (6-1 abstain)
• Amended approval of Aretha Stephenson for Ethics Commission pending financial reconciliation (6-1 abstain)
• Approved meeting minutes for Oct 7, Nov 4, Nov 18 (Public and Closed sessions)

Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee Meeting

The Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee will discuss draft procedures for the Charter Review Committee and a revised draft of the Elected Officials Rules of Procedures Handbook. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists solely of discussion items.

• Discussion of Charter Review Committee Draft Procedures
• Discussion of Elected Officials Handbook Draft Revision
• Meeting is procedural with no new business or action items

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a regular work session hybrid meeting on December 2, 2024. They received presentations on annexation and from PNC Commercial Banking, discussed first readings of ordinances to amend the budget for public safety grants and update department structures, and approved board appointments and a $2,000 board management program. The council also voted to send a memorandum of understanding for the 20743 Coalition contribution with a review option.

• Presentation on annexation by City Attorney Todd Pounds
• Presentation by PNC Commercial Banking (Gregory Real, Rashi Kaur)
• Ordinance O-25-07 (1st reading): amendment of FY2024-2025 budget for GOCCP grants (gun violence, body armor, warrants)
• Ordinance O-25-08 (1st reading): amendment of Chapter 14 (Departments and Committees)
• Approval of Boards and Commission Management Program at $2,000 from City Clerk Subscription Services

The City Council appointed a chair to the Board of Supervisors of Election and accepted returning members for the Board of Ethics and Board of Appeals. Council also approved a Boards and Commission Management Program and a contribution rate review option for the 20743 Coalition.

• Approved Pamela Boone as Chair of Board of Supervisors of Election
• Accepted three returning members of the Board of Ethics
• Accepted current member on the Board of Appeals
• Approved the Boards and Commission Management Program
• Accepted Option 2 for annual review of 20743 Coalition contribution rates
• Approved sending MOU with Option 2 and seeking legal advice on agreement terms
• Introduced Ordinance O-25-07 (FY 2024-2025 Budget amendment for GOCCP Grants) for 1st reading
• Introduced Ordinance O-25-08 (Amendment of Chapter 14-Department and Committees) for 1st reading

Finance & Budget Committee Meeting

The Finance & Budget Committee will discuss and take action on developing a local opioid abatement fund and plan. Other agenda items include a status update on the compensation study, a crosswalk project MOU for G Street, and a partnership for public safety general orders. The committee will also receive updates on IRS tax liability, audit status, and the ClearGov budget management system. The meeting includes procedural items and a report on a Bank of America credit fraud update.

• Action and discussion on developing a Local Opioid Abatement Fund and Plan
• Status of the Compensation Study
• Crosswalk Project MOU for G Street
• General Orders Manual Partnership with LGIT for Public Safety
• Bank of America Credit Fraud Update

Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee Meeting

The Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee will meet to discuss several topics including a voting recommendation for non-citizens, a charter review committee report, and updates to council committee descriptions and handbook. All items are discussions; no votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of a voting recommendation for non-citizens
• Review of charter review committee reports from other cities
• Discussion of boards and commission management program
• Discussion of draft committee transition report form
• Discussion of city council handbook draft revision

Special/Closed Session Agenda

This is a special/closed session agenda with no substantive public business. The council will vote to enter closed session under Maryland law to discuss personnel matters and consult with legal counsel.

• Motion to go into closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1) and (7) for personnel and legal advice

The City Council held a special session that consisted primarily of a motion to enter a closed session. No other substantive legislation or meeting topics were addressed during the public portion of the session.

• Approved motion to enter Closed Session to obtain legal advice (6-0)

Public Session Agenda

This meeting of the Seat Pleasant City Council was largely procedural, including the approval of several sets of meeting minutes from October 2024. No new legislation or unfinished business was on the agenda. The council received reports from the mayor, council president, and interim city manager, along with various departmental updates. Several announcements for upcoming community events, including police department holiday activities, were made.

• Approved minutes from Regular Work Session (Oct 7), Public Session (Oct 14), Special Sessions (Oct 23, 28), and Closed Sessions (Oct 23, 28).
• Received Mayor's Monthly Report for October 2024.
• Received Council President Report for October 2024.
• Received City Manager Report for October 2024, including department updates from Finance, Public Safety, and Grants.
• Announced upcoming holiday events: Santa with a Badge (Dec 15), Santa Tour (Dec 23), and Light Up Your Holiday judging (Dec 18–22).

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a regular work session featuring presentations from a social work intern and a bank official, plus reports from the mayor and interim city manager. The main legislative item is the first reading of Ordinance O-25-06, which would amend the FY2024-2025 budget to fund a subscription for accounting/budgeting software. Citizen comments and committee reports are also on the agenda.

• First reading of Ordinance O-25-06 to amend FY2024-2025 budget for Finance Department Budget Management System (software subscription)
• Presentation by Dr. J. Nicole Simpson on community engagement survey and focus group plan
• Presentation by Jacqueline Boles, SVP of Industrial Bank, on retail banking services
• Mayor's monthly report and interim city manager report with departmental updates (finance, public safety, grants, etc.)
• Committee reports from Economic Development, Finance, Public Safety, and other council committees

Human Services, Health, and Education Committee Meeting

The Human Services, Health, and Education Committee will discuss proposed legislation for a Health and Wellness Incentive program, including a draft resolution for a Healthy Business Program and an amendment to Chapter 145 on taxation. The committee will also establish norms, review roles and responsibilities, and plan initial priorities and a calendar. No new business is listed.

• Discussion of proposed legislation for Health and Wellness Incentives, including a Healthy Business Program draft resolution and an ordinance amendment to Chapter 145-Taxation
• Establish committee norms using guidelines from the Center for Creative Leadership
• Review roles and responsibilities per Chapter 14-Departments and Committees and City Council Rules
• Action planning to identify initial committee priorities and calendar of events

Special/Closed Session Agenda

This is a special closed-session meeting where the City Council will vote to enter a closed session under state law to discuss personnel matters and consult with legal counsel. No public business or legislation is scheduled. The agenda is entirely procedural.

• Motion to enter closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1) (personnel) and (7) (legal advice)
• Seat Pleasant Police Department Trunk or Treat on Oct 31 at Goodwin Park
• Regular Work Session on Nov 4 at 6:00 p.m. and Public Session at 7:30 p.m.

The City Council held a special session and voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters and obtain legal advice. No other substantive decisions were recorded during the public portion of the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel and legal advice (7-0)

Special/Closed Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will convene a special/closed session to vote on entering closed session under Maryland law to consult with legal counsel and discuss pending or potential litigation. No public decisions or substantive business will be conducted during this meeting. The agenda lists no presentations, meeting topics, legislation, or unfinished business.

• Motion to go into closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(7) and (8) for legal advice and litigation
• Seat Pleasant Police Department Trunk or Treat event on October 31, 2024, at Goodwin Park
• Regular Work Session scheduled for November 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
• Public Session scheduled for November 4, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.
• Citizen comment period with 5-minute speaking limit

The City Council held a special session that primarily consisted of a motion to enter a closed session. No other substantive legislative actions or public decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for legal advice and pending/potential litigation (6-0)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council is holding a public session to vote on an ordinance amending the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget to increase Mayor and Council salaries. They will also hear a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2022 audit report and approve several sets of meeting minutes from prior sessions.

• Ordinance O-25-05 (second reading) to amend FY 2024-2025 budget for Mayor and Council salary increases — approved
• Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Report presented by Robert Diss of Lindsey & Associates
• Approval of minutes from Regular Work Session, Public Session, Special Session, and Closed Session meetings in September 2024
• Council President and Interim City Manager reports submitted
• Citizen comment period (speakers limited to 5 minutes)

The City Council approved an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget to increase salaries for the Mayor and Council. The session also included a presentation of the Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Report and the approval of several sets of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved Ordinance O-25-05 to increase Mayor and Council salaries (7-0)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved Regular Work Session minutes for Sept 3, 2024 (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Public Session minutes for July 8, 2024 (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Special Session minutes for Sept 11, 2024 (4-0, 2 abstain)
• Approved Closed Session minutes for Sept 11, 2024 (4-0, 2 abstain)
• Approved Special Session minutes for Sept 16, 2024 (4-0, 2 abstain)
• Approved Closed Session minutes for Sept 16, 2024 (4-0, 2 abstain)

Regular Work Session Agenda

This regular work session includes a first reading of Ordinance O-25-05 to amend the FY 2024-2025 budget for mayor and council salary increases. The council will also discuss new business items including committee assignments and setting the November public session date, and receive reports from the mayor, interim city manager, and council committees. Citizen comments are permitted.

• First reading of Ordinance O-25-05 to amend the FY 2024-2025 budget for mayor and council salary increases
• Discussion and action on council committee assignments
• Discussion of scheduling the November public session meeting date
• Mayor's report and interim city manager's report covering multiple department monthly reports
• Announcements: Public session Oct 14, Voices of Beauty and Courage Summit Oct 19, Police Trunk or Treat Oct 31

The City Council held a work session to introduce a budget amendment for salary increases. The council also established committee assignments for the 2024-2025 term and scheduled the November public session.

• Introduced Ordinance O-25-05 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget amendment for Mayor and Council salary increases (1st Reading)
• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Set Regular and Public Session for Monday, November 4, 2024
• Established Council Committee assignments for October 2024-October 2025

Special/Closed Session Agenda

The City Council of Seat Pleasant is meeting in a special/closed session to discuss personnel matters and consult with legal counsel. The meeting includes a motion to enter closed session under state law exceptions. No public legislative business is scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural with announcements for upcoming regular meetings and a front yard competition.

• Motion to go into closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1) (personnel) and (7) (legal advice)
• Ward III Beautiful Front Yard Competition Best Yard Award, May 1–October 1, 2024
• Ward IV Beautiful Front Yard Competition Best Yard Award, June 1–October 1, 2024
• Regular Work Session scheduled for October 7, 2024
• Public Session scheduled for October 14, 2024

The City Council held a special session and voted to enter a closed session. The closed session was convened to discuss personnel matters and to obtain legal advice. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

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

Newly Elected Council Organizational Meeting

The newly elected City Council of Seat Pleasant will hold an organizational meeting to discuss the city charter and code, elect a council president and vice president, and review the approved FY2024-2025 budget with amendments. The council will also receive information on personnel rules, the master plan, and the strategic plan, and consider a charter amendment resolution to implement new boards.

• Nomination and election of Council President and Council Vice President
• Approved Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget with Amendments
• Discussion of City Charter and City Code
• Charter Amendment Resolution CA-21-04 to implement new boards
• Review of Personnel Rules and Regulations and Master Plan

Special/Closed Session Agenda

This is a special closed session of the Seat Pleasant City Council. The council voted unanimously to go into closed session under Maryland law to discuss personnel matters and consult with legal counsel. No other business was conducted; the meeting adjourned at 7:03 PM.

• Motion to enter closed session for personnel and legal advice carried unanimously (7-0).
• Ward III Beautiful Front Yard Competition runs May 1–October 1, 2024.
• Ward IV Beautiful Front Yard Competition runs June 1–October 1, 2024.
• Next regular work session: October 7, 2024 at 6:00 PM at City Hall.
• Next public session: October 14, 2024 at 7:00 PM via hybrid format.

The City Council held a special session that primarily consisted of moving into a closed session. No substantive legislation or public business was decided during the open portion of the meeting.

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

Special/Closed Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a special/closed session meeting on September 11, 2024. They approved two ordinances (O-25-03 and O-25-04) amending the FY 2024-2025 budget, including adjustments for the Finance Department and a salary/merit increase for the Chief Financial Officer. The council also went into closed session to discuss personnel matters and legal advice, and received a report from the Board of Supervisors of Elections.

• Ordinance O-25-03: Amendment of FY 2024-2025 Budget for Finance Department (subscription, contractual service, CFO increase) — approved on 2nd reading.
• Ordinance O-25-04: Amendment of FY 2024-2025 Budget for Salary and Merit Increase for Chief Financial Officer — approved on 2nd reading.
• Motion to go into closed session under General Provisions Article §3-305(b)(1) and (7) for personnel matters and legal advice.
• Presentation by Pamela Boone, Chair, Seat Pleasant Board of Supervisors of Elections (municipal election report).
• Open citizen comment period with 5-minute speaker limit.

The City Council approved a budget amendment for the Finance Department. A separate budget amendment regarding a salary and merit increase for the Chief Financial Officer died due to lack of motion.

• Approved Ordinance O-25-03 Amendment of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget for Finance Department (7-0)
• Ordinance O-25-04 Amendment of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget for Salary and Merit Increase for Chief Financial Officer died due to lack of motion
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel matters and legal advice (7-0)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a public session to approve minutes from multiple prior meetings, receive reports from the Mayor, Council President, and Interim City Manager, and consider a proposed ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. A municipal election is scheduled for September 9, 2024.

• Ordinance O-25-01 to amend the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget
• Approval of minutes from eight prior meetings (July–August 2024)
• Mayor's monthly reports for July and August 2024
• Council President's reports for July and August 2024
• Interim City Manager's combined July–August report with departmental attachments

The City Council met to approve the agenda and several sets of meeting minutes from July and August 2024. No new legislation, unfinished business, or new business was addressed during the session.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved Regular Work Session minutes for July 1, 2024
• Approved Public Session minutes for July 8, 2024
• Approved Special Session minutes for July 8, 2024 (6-1)
• Approved Closed Session minutes for July 8, 2024 (6-1)
• Approved Special Session minutes for July 17, 2024 (6-1)
• Approved Special Session minutes for July 29, 2024 (5-1-1)
• Approved Closed Session minutes for July 29, 2024 (5-1-1)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will consider approving Resolution R-25-02 to establish a Healthy Business Program. They will also hear the first reading of Ordinance O-25-03 amending the FY2024-2025 budget for Finance Department subscriptions, contractual services, and a CFO increase. Other business includes reviewing a draft Tri-Jurisdictional MOU, discussing a charter change, and approving a Quick Books Pro Advisor service contract amendment. The council also noted the upcoming municipal election on September 9, 2024.

• Resolution R-25-02 to establish and approve the Healthy Business Program
• Ordinance O-25-03 (first reading) amending the FY2024-2025 budget for Finance Department subscriptions, contractual services, and CFO increase
• Approval of Quick Books Pro Advisor service contract amendment (motion carried 5-2)
• Review and discussion of draft Tri-Jurisdictional Resolution for Memorandum of Understanding
• Announcement of 2024 Municipal Election on September 9, 7:00am-8:00pm at Seat Pleasant Activity Center

The City Council approved a contract amendment for QuickBooks Pro Advisor services and a joint proclamation. Council members discussed a proposal to move to at-large elections but expressed opposition to the change. A resolution for a Healthy Business Program was tabled.

• Approved QuickBooks Pro Advisor Service Contract Amendment (5-2)
• Approved Joint Proclamation (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Tabled Resolution R-25-02 to establish Healthy Business Program
• Agreed to separate Ordinance O-25-03 into two separate ordinances
• Scheduled Tri-Jurisdictional Draft Resolution for MOU for September 11, 2024

Finance & Budget Committee Meeting

The Finance & Budget Committee will discuss a proposed contract amendment with JA Accounting Tax Service for QuickBooks Pro Advisor services and a proposed budget amendment ordinance. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information.

• Discussion of proposed contract amendment with JA Accounting Tax Service (QuickBooks Pro Advisor)
• Discussion of proposed budget amendment ordinance (attachments: Explanation for Proposed Ordinance and Proposed Ordinance revised 7.26.24)

Special/Closed Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will vote on a motion to override the veto of Ordinance O-25-02, which amends Chapter 26 (Meetings). After the legislative action, the council will adjourn into a closed session to discuss personnel matters. The meeting also includes a citizen comment period and several announcements about yard competitions and upcoming elections.

• Motion to override veto of Ordinance O-25-02 (amendment of Chapter 26-Meetings) – motion carried 6-0-1 (abstention) per agenda record
• Closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1) for personnel discussions
• Citizen comment period with 5-minute speaker limit per Res.09-03
• Announcements: Ward III & IV Beautiful Front Yard Competitions (May-Oct 2024)
• 2024 Municipal Election on Sep 9, early voting Aug 27-Sep 3

The City Council held a second reading and approved an amendment to Ordinance O-25-02 regarding Chapter 26-Meetings. The council also entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters and legal advice.

• Approved Ordinance O-25-02 Amendment of Chapter 26-Meetings 2nd Reading (6-1 abstain)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel and legal matters (5-0)

Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee Meeting

This Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee meeting will discuss revisions to the City Council Rules of Procedures Handbook and Ordinance O-25-02, which would amend Chapter 26 on meetings. No final decisions are expected; the items are discussion topics only.

• Discussion of City Council Rules of Procedures Handbook (revised 05/29/24)
• Discussion of Ordinance O-25-02 amending Chapter 26 (Meetings Revision)

Special Session Agenda

The council will hold a special session to discuss the mayor's veto of Ordinance O-25-02 (amending Chapter 26 on meetings) and then consider the ordinance on second reading. They will also hear a presentation from M-NCPPC planner Elena Perry and discuss the city building's air-conditioned unit replacement needs. The meeting concludes with a closed session for personnel matters.

• Discussion of veto of Ordinance O-25-02 (amendment of Chapter 26 Meetings)
• Second reading and vote on Ordinance O-25-02 Amendment of Chapter 26-Meetings
• Presentation by Elena Perry, Planner II, Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission
• Discussion of City's Building Air Conditioned Units Replacement Needs
• Motion to enter Closed Session for personnel matters under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1)

The City Council approved an employment agreement for the Interim City Manager at a salary of $125,000 after a previous motion for a $115,000 salary failed. The Council also authorized a budget for HVAC assessments in city buildings and referred a vetoed ordinance to committee.

• Approved HVAC assessment for city buildings not to exceed $15,000 (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance O-25-02 (Amendment of Chapter 26-Meetings) in committee for review
• Denied Employment Agreement for Interim City Manager at $115,000 salary (2-4)
• Approved Employment Agreement for Interim City Manager at $125,000 salary (4-2)

Human Services, Health, and Education Committee Meeting

The Human Services, Health, and Education Committee will discuss proposed legislation for health and wellness incentives. This includes a resolution to establish a Healthy Business Program and an ordinance amending Chapter 145 on taxation. No action is scheduled; the item is for discussion only.

• Discussion of resolution to establish Healthy Business Program
• Review of ordinance amending Chapter 145 (Taxation)

Special Session Agenda

The City Council will hold a second reading and vote on Ordinance O-25-02, which amends Chapter 26 concerning meetings. A presentation from Vita Nuova on EPA technical assistance for Seat Pleasant will be given. Citizens may address the council for up to five minutes. The council also discusses setting the September regular work session date.

• Second reading of Ordinance O-25-02 amending Chapter 26 on meetings (action item)
• Presentation by Allie O'Neill, Project Manager, Vita Nuova on EPA technical assistance
• Citizen comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)
• Discussion of September Regular Work Session meeting date
• Announcements: Ward III and IV front yard competitions, community picnics, cookouts, yard sale

The City Council held a special session featuring a presentation on site assessment and market analysis by Vita Nuova and the EPA. The council approved an amendment to the city's meeting ordinances. No other legislative actions were taken.

• Approved Ordinance O-25-02 Amendment of Chapter 26-Meetings (4-3)

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

The City Council will first hold a closed session to discuss personnel matters and legal advice. Following that, they will consider approving a Social Work Intern Position Description and a resolution authorizing a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC funded by the Economic Development Housing Trust. A regular public session is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. the same day.

• Closed session under 3-305(b)(1) and (7) for personnel and legal advice
• Motion to approve Social Work Intern Position Description
• Resolution R-18-19: approval of $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC

The City Council held a special session that resulted in no substantive public decisions. The council voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters and obtain legal advice.

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

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council meets virtually on July 8, 2024. They will vote on the second reading of Ordinance O-25-01 to amend the FY2024-2025 budget for departmental training, lease purchases, debt services, and contractual services. A first reading of Ordinance O-25-02 to amend Chapter 26 (Meetings) will be presented for discussion. The agenda also includes presentations on the Addison Station Redevelopment and by Greenwill Lobbyist.

• Second reading and vote on Ordinance O-25-01: Amendment of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
• First reading of Ordinance O-25-02: Amendment of Chapter 26 (Meetings)
• Presentation on Addison Station Redevelopment by Allie O'Neill Vita Nuova and EPA Region 4
• Presentation by Jonathan Carpenter, Greenwill Lobbyist
• Community announcements: Ward III/IV front yard contests, Ward III picnic, Ward V walk, PAL Splash Party, Mayor's Cookouts

The City Council approved an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and voted to set the City Manager's salary at $125,000. The Council also reached a consensus to recess for the month of August.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 Budget Amendment (5-1)
• Amended City Manager salary to $125,000 (4-2)
• Approved July 8, 2024 meeting agenda (5-1)
• Approved June 3, 2024 Work Session minutes (5-1)
• Approved June 10, 2024 Public Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved June 17, 2024 Special Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved June 17, 2024 Closed Session minutes (5-1)
• Consensus to recess Council in August

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a regular work session on July 1, 2024. They approved Resolution R-25-01 consenting to a council recess and heard the first reading of Ordinance O-25-01 amending the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. New business included approving two position descriptions and an audio visual equipment purchase.

• First reading of Ordinance O-25-01 amending the FY 2024-2025 budget
• Approval of Resolution R-25-01 for Council Recess
• Approval of position descriptions for Director of Administration and HR and Executive Assistant to the City Manager
• Approval of an audio visual equipment purchase for council chambers
• Presentation by Bryan Franklin and Maurcus Robinson from Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)

The City Council approved a resolution for a council recess and the position description for the Director of Personnel and Human Resources. The council denied a request to purchase audio-visual equipment. Discussions were held regarding a joint funding coalition with LISC and proposed budget amendments.

• Approved Resolution R-25-01 Consent for Council Recess (6-0)
• Approved Director Personnel and Human Resources Position Description (6-0)
• Denied audio-visual equipment purchase
• Approved meeting agenda (5-1)

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

The City Council held a special/closed session to vote on several action items. They approved a cable franchise agreement with Comcast of Maryland, a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, and a Social Work Intern position description. The meeting also included plans to enter closed session for personnel matters.

• Approval of Cable Franchise Agreement between Seat Pleasant and Comcast of Maryland, LLC (motion carried 6-1)
• Approval of Resolution R-18-19 for a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, funded by Economic Development Housing Trust
• Approval of Social Work Intern Position Description
• Motion to enter Closed Session under § 3-305(b)(1) for personnel discussions

The City Council approved a cable franchise agreement with Comcast of Maryland, LLC. The council also approved the position description for a Social Work Intern and entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved Social Work Intern Position Description (7-0)
• Approved Cable Franchise Agreement with Comcast of Maryland, LLC (6-1)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel matters (6-0)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will consider adopting Ordinance O-24-13 for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget. They will also receive the Annual Ethics Report from the Seat Pleasant Ethics Commission. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a citizen comment period.

• Adoption of Ordinance O-24-13: FY 2024-2025 Budget
• Presentation of the Annual Ethics Report by Garry Jones, Ethics Commission Chair
• Approval of minutes from April 18, May 6, May 13, and May 29, 2024 meetings
• Citizen comment period (5 minutes per speaker, register with City Clerk)
• Reports from Mayor, Council President, and Interim City Manager

The City Council approved several sets of previous meeting minutes and reached a consensus to recess for the month of August. The session included a report from the Ethics Commission and updates from the Interim City Manager regarding city signage and park improvements.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved Special Session Meeting Minutes for April 18, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Regular Work Session Meeting Minutes for May 6, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Public Session Meeting Minutes for May 13, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Special Session Meeting Minutes for May 29, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Closed Session Meeting Minutes for May 29, 2024 (7-0)
• Reached consensus to recess in August

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a regular work session where they approved five position descriptions (Deputy City Clerk, Director of Economic Development, Human Resources Generalist, Staff Assistant, and Grants Manager Contractor) and received an update on the 6th annexation. They also heard reports from the Mayor, Interim City Manager, and various council committees, and discussed a Tri-Jurisdictional Coalition as new business.

• Approved Deputy City Clerk, Director of Economic Development, Human Resources Generalist, Staff Assistant, and Grants Manager Contractor position descriptions.
• Received update on 6th Annexation with attached legal documents.
• City Attorney Todd Pounds of Alexander & Cleaver gave a presentation.
• Council committees reported on economic development, finance, public safety, and environmental justice.
• Citizen comments were accepted with a 5-minute limit per speaker.

The City Council approved the meeting agenda. The session consisted of reports and presentations regarding annexation strategies, financial audits, and public safety updates; however, no other substantive votes were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

The council is convening a special closed session to discuss personnel matters under state law and to consult on potential litigation. They will also consider a motion to approve a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, funded by the Economic Development Housing Trust.

• Motion to enter closed session for personnel matters (3-305(b)(1))
• Motion to enter closed session for litigation consultation (3-305(b)(8))
• Proposed approval of Resolution R-18-19: $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC
• Announcement of Juneteenth celebration on June 15 at Goodwin Park
• Next regular work session scheduled for June 3 at City Hall

The City Council convened for a special session and voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters. No other substantive decisions, legislation, or meeting topics were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel matters (6-0)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a public session on May 13, 2024. The main action is the adoption of Ordinance O-24-13 for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. The council will also consider paying $180,000 in delinquent retirement funding and hear a presentation on the Learning Seat Pleasant HR RFP.

• Ordinance O-24-13 adoption of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget (2nd reading)
• Approval of $180,000 from Administration Contingency to pay delinquent 401-A retirement funding for FY 2021–2023
• Presentation from Learning Seat Pleasant (Brenda McChriston) on HR RFP
• Mayor Porter proclamation presentation
• County Councilmember Krystal Oriadha, District VII – presentation

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget on second reading. The council also authorized the use of contingency funds to pay delinquent retirement contributions from 2021-2023. Several sets of previous meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved Ordinance O-24-13 Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget (6-1)
• Approved $180,000 from Administration Contingency to pay 401-A retirement funding for FY21, FY22, and FY23 (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved April 1, 2024 Regular Work Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved April 8, 2024 Budget Hearing minutes (5-1)
• Approved April 8, 2024 Public Session minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved April 13, 2024 Budget Hearing minutes (5-1)
• Approved April 13, 2024 Special Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved April 13, 2024 Closed Session minutes (4-1)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council holds a regular work session to discuss and act on several items, including the first reading of Ordinance O-24-13 to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. Other business includes a recommendation to rename the Fun & Fitness Park, a proposal for a 6th annexation, and a discussion of the police vehicle take-home policy. The council also approved the creation of an Economic Planning and Growth Advisory Commission.

• First reading of Ordinance O-24-13 adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget
• Discussion on renaming the Seat Pleasant Fun & Fitness Park
• Approval of Economic Planning and Growth Advisory Commission (motion carried 4-2-1)
• Consideration of the 6th annexation of property into the city
• Discussion of the police vehicle take-home policy

The City Council approved the meeting agenda. The session consisted primarily of departmental reports regarding grant statuses, financial audits, and public engagement plans; no other substantive votes were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

Special Session Agenda

The City Council held a special session and approved Resolution R-24-06 appointing an interim city manager. The council also received a presentation from MGT Consulting on a performance audit. Citizen comments were heard, and upcoming events were announced.

• Approved Resolution R-24-06 to appoint interim city manager (motion carried 3-2)
• Presentation by MGT Consulting on performance audit
• Citizen comment period with 5-minute limit
• Announcement: Annual Seat Pleasant Day on May 4, 2024
• Upcoming work session on May 6 and public session on May 13

The City Council approved Resolution R-24-06 to appoint an Interim City Manager. Additionally, MGT Consulting presented the objectives for a mandated Performance Audit covering fiscal years 2019 to 2023.

• Approved Resolution R-24-06 to appoint an Interim City Manager (3-2)

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

The Seat Pleasant City Council is holding a special closed session to discuss personnel matters and potential litigation under state law. They will also consider a resolution to approve a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, funded by the Economic Development Housing Trust. Announcements include the upcoming Pet Parade and 4K Run on May 4 and regular meetings in May.

• Motion to go into closed session under §3-305(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters
• Motion to approve Resolution R-18-19 for a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC
• Annual Pet Parade and 4K Run on Saturday, May 4 at Goodwin Park
• Regular Work Session on Monday, May 6 at 6:00 p.m.
• Public Session on Monday, May 13 at 7:00 p.m.

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

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

Economic, Planning, Development and Housing Committee Meeting

The Economic, Planning, Development and Housing Committee will discuss the Seat Pleasant Sixth Annexation Proposal and receive information on the formation of an Economic, Planning and Growth Advisory Committee. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of discussion and information items only.

• Discussion of the Seat Pleasant Sixth Annexation Proposal with attached maps and legal description
• Information item on the proposed Economic, Planning and Growth Advisory Committee

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council is holding a special session to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 and receive an update on the Seat Pleasant Day festivities. The meeting is procedural and includes citizen comments and announcements of future sessions.

• Proposed Budget Review for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 presented by Betty Logan
• Update on Seat Pleasant Day Festivities scheduled for May 4, 2024
• Citizen comments limited to five minutes
• Announcement of special session on April 23 and April 24, 2024
• Annual Seat Pleasant Day on May 4, 2024 at Goodwin Park

The City Council reviewed a proposed budget of $14,212,365 and received an update on the upcoming Seat Pleasant Day festivities. No formal votes were taken on the budget or event expenditures during this session.

• Denied proposal to change the City Manager's salary

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a special session via Zoom. The only substantive item was an informational presentation by Mollie Byron, Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Senior Advisor to Governor Moore. No votes or formal decisions were taken. The meeting also scheduled future sessions.

• Mollie Byron, Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Senior Advisor to Governor Moore, presented to the council

The Mayor and City Council discussed city initiatives and potential state assistance with Mollie Bryon, Senior Advisor to Governor Wes Moore. The council designated Council Vice President Wright as the point of contact for coordinating the visit.

• Designated Council Vice President Wright as the point of contact for Mollie Bryon

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

This is a special closed session agenda for the Seat Pleasant City Council. The council will vote on a motion to approve Resolution R-18-19, authorizing a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, funded by the Economic Development Housing Trust. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss personnel matters and potential litigation.

• Motion to approve Resolution R-18-19 for a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC
• Closed session under 3-305(b)(1) for personnel matters and (b)(8) for litigation consultation
• Upcoming Budget Review Meeting on April 22, 2024, at 6:00 PM

The City Council voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters under Statutory Authority 3-305(b)(1). No other substantive decisions were recorded during the special session.

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

Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Hearing Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council meets in hybrid format for a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. The agenda includes a roll call item with a recommended motion to go into closed session for personnel matters, followed by the budget hearing discussion and citizens comment. The meeting also announces a subsequent budget review meeting and upcoming city events.

• Public hearing on FY2024-2025 proposed budget (attached PDF: Proposed FY 25 Budget.4.11.24.pdf)
• Motion to enter closed session under §3-305(b)(1) for personnel matters
• Citizens comment period with 5-minute speaking limit
• Budget Review Meeting scheduled for Monday, April 22, 2024 at 6:00pm
• Annual Seat Pleasant 4K Run and Dog Parade on May 4, 2024 at Goodwin Park

The Mayor and City Council held a hearing to review the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget, which includes a 12.4% overall increase. Council members reached a consensus on several specific funding adjustments for council retreats, strategic planning, and equipment. A revised budget presentation is scheduled for April 22, 2024.

• Consensus to increase Strategic Planning budget to $20,000
• Consensus to increase Council Retreat budget to $10,000
• Consensus to increase Council Capital Outlay to $17,000
• Consensus to increase Council Uniform cost center to $3,000
• Consensus to increase Mayor's Capital Outlay to $3,500
• Consensus to increase Mayor's uniforms to $1,500
• Consensus to decrease Advisory and Commission budget from $5,000 to $3,500

Public Session Agenda

The City Council will consider Resolution R-24-05 to authorize an application for a feasibility study through Prince George's County Department of Planning. They will also hear a presentation from Autism Ally and receive departmental reports. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and citizen comment.

• Resolution R-24-05: approval of application for a feasibility study through Prince George's County Department of Planning
• Presentation by Kech Oorisakwe, Program Manager, Autism Ally
• Approval of minutes from March 4 (work session), March 11 (public session), and March 20 (special/closed session)
• Announcement of proposed budget hearing for FY 2024-2025 on April 13
• Announcement of Budget Review Meeting on April 22

The City Council approved a resolution to apply for a feasibility study for Seat Pleasant. The meeting also included reports on city audits, street sweeping, and preparations for Seat Pleasant Day.

• Approved Resolution R-24-05 for a feasibility study application (6-0)
• Approved March 4, 2024 Regular Work Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 11, 2024 Public Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 20, 2024 Special Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 20, 2024 Closed Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Hearing Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss and receive citizen input on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel matters. Citizens may comment in person or via Zoom. A second budget hearing is scheduled for April 13.

• Discussion of the proposed FY2024-2025 budget (hearing)
• Motion to go into closed session under statutory authority for personnel matters
• Citizen comment period for public input on the budget
• Announcement of a second budget hearing on April 13, 2024
• Announcement of the annual Pet Parade and 2K Run on May 4, 2024

The City Manager presented a proposed FY25 budget with revenues of $14,212,655. The session consisted of a presentation and discussion regarding cost-of-living adjustments and staffing; no formal votes were taken to approve or deny the budget.

Regular Work Session Agenda

The City Council receives a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget from the city manager and CFO. The council also considers a consent agenda, a code amendment for council committee descriptions, a contract for a learning organization, and a potential ban on commercial collection bins. No legislation is scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation of Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget by City Manager and CFO
• Consideration of Consent Agenda (unfinished business)
• Council Committee Description Code Amendment Recommendation
• New Business: Learning Organization for Seat Pleasant Contract Consideration
• New Business: Consideration for Commercial Collection Bins Ban for Seat Pleasant

The City Council reviewed a preliminary FY2025 budget, including a proposed 11.9% decrease for council events and strategic planning. City staff discussed a new centralized training and professional development process under Human Resources. No final budget was approved; a revised version is expected by April 5, 2024.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

This is a special closed session agenda. The council will vote to enter closed session to discuss personnel, legal advice, and potential litigation. Under legislation, they will consider a resolution to approve a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC funded by the Economic Development Housing Trust. The agenda also includes announcements about upcoming meetings, including a budget hearing on April 8.

• Motion to enter closed session under General Provisions §3-305(b)(1), (7), (8) for personnel, legal advice, and litigation
• Consideration of Resolution R-18-19 to approve a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC for services
• Announcement of Ward I Meeting on March 23 at Seat Pleasant Activity Center
• Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Hearing on April 8 at 6:00 p.m.
• Public Session on April 8 at 7:00 p.m.

The City Council held a special session and voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters and obtain legal advice. No substantive decisions were recorded in the public portion of the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel and legal matters (6-0)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a public session on March 11, 2024, to vote on two ordinances: an ethics code amendment and a budget amendment increasing salaries for Neighborhood and Commercial Compliance Supervisor and Officer. The council will also receive presentations on a creative placemaking event and the 2023 City Manager Annual Report. Several meeting minutes from February are scheduled for approval.

• Ordinance O-24-12: Amendment of FY 2023-2024 budget for salary increases for Neighborhood and Commercial Compliance Supervisor and Officer
• Ordinance O-24-11: Amendment to Chapter 18 (Ethics)
• Presentation: Sherri Bryant-Moore on Addison Road Blue Line Creative Placemaking Event
• Presentation: 2023 City Manager Annual Report
• Upcoming public hearings on proposed FY 2024-2025 budget (April 8 and April 13)

The City Council approved an amendment to the ethics chapter and a budget amendment for salary increases for neighborhood and commercial compliance staff. The session also included presentations on a creative placemaking event and the 2023 City Manager Annual Report.

• Approved Ordinance O-24-11 Amendment Chapter 18-Ethics (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Ordinance O-24-12 Budget Amendment for Neighborhood and Commercial Compliance Supervisor and Officer salary increases (5-2)
• Approved agenda with amendments (7-0)
• Approved Regular Work Session Meeting Minutes for Feb 5, 2024 (5-1)
• Approved Public Session Meeting Minutes for Feb 12, 2024 (5-1)
• Approved Special Session Meeting Minutes for Feb 13, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Closed Session Meeting Minutes for Feb 13, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Special Session Meeting Minutes for Feb 26, 2024 (6-0)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a regular work session discussing two first-reading ordinances: an ethics code amendment and a budget amendment for salary increases for Neighborhood and Commercial Compliance Supervisor and Officer. The council also approved continuing the FY2022 audit with Lindsey and Associates and considered revisions to the staff assistant position description and travel policy.

• First reading of Ordinance O-24-11 to amend Chapter 18 (Ethics)
• First reading of Ordinance O-24-12 to amend FY2023-2024 budget for salary increases of Neighborhood and Commercial Compliance Supervisor and Officer
• Approved continuation of FY2022 audit engagement with Lindsey and Associates
• Discussion on proposed revision to the Staff Assistant position description
• Consideration of a Seat Pleasant Travel Policy

The City Council held a work session to review departmental reports including finance, public safety, and environmental justice. No substantive legislative actions or votes were taken during this session aside from the approval of the agenda.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Finance & Budget Committee Meeting

The Finance & Budget Committee will discuss and potentially take action on the FY 2021 Audit Update. The meeting also includes procedural open and adjourn items. No other substantive topics are listed.

• FY 2021 Audit Update — discussion, action, and information item

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

The Seat Pleasant City Council is holding a special closed session to discuss Mayor travel accommodation and consider a resolution approving a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, funded from the Economic Development Housing Trust. The council will also vote to enter a closed session for legal consultation on pending or potential litigation.

• Resolution R-18-19: Approval of $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC from Economic Development Housing Trust
• Discussion of Mayor Travel Accommodation (no fiscal impact, not budgeted)
• Motion to close session under MD General Provisions §3-305(b)(8) for litigation consultation
• Next regular work session: March 4, 2024; next public session: March 11, 2024

The City Council reviewed the travel policy regarding per diem amounts for elected officials. A motion regarding Mayor Porter's travel accommodations for the MMA Conference in Annapolis was approved.

• Approved Mayor travel accommodations (7-0)

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

The Seat Pleasant City Council is holding a special closed session to discuss personnel matters, legal advice, and pending litigation. During the session, they will consider approving Resolution R-18-19 to authorize a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, funded from the Economic Development Housing Trust.

• Motion to enter closed session under General Provisions § 3-305(b)(1), (7), and (8) for personnel, legal advice, and litigation
• Resolution R-18-19: Approval of A Powell Management, LLC contract and $60,000 payment from Economic Development Housing Trust
• Regular work session scheduled for March 4, 2024, and public session on March 11, 2024

The City Council voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters, legal advice, and potential litigation. No other substantive decisions were recorded during the public portion of the meeting.

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

Public Session Agenda

The council approved Ordinance O-24-10, amending the FY2023-2024 budget to use National Capital Strategic Economic Development Fund Program funds for the Goodwin Park Revitalization Project. Also approved a professional services contract with MGT for a performance audit covering 2019-2023. The meeting included routine approvals of previous meeting minutes.

• Ordinance O-24-10: Amendment of FY2023-2024 Budget for National Capital Strategic Economic Development Fund Program Funds for Goodwin Park Revitalization Project (2nd Reading, approved).
• Approval of Professional Services Contract for MGT for Performance Audit for 2019-2023 (carried).
• Approval of multiple sets of meeting minutes from January 2024 special, closed, and regular sessions.

The City Council approved a budget amendment for the Goodwin Park Revitalization Project and awarded a performance audit contract to MGT Consultant, LLC. The City Manager also reported on several new staff appointments and the expansion of Call-A-Bus services.

• Approved Ordinance O-24-10 to amend FY 2023-2024 budget for Goodwin Park Revitalization Project (7-0)
• Approved $59,923 professional services contract with MGT Consultant, LLC for 2019-2023 Performance Audit (5-1)
• Approved agenda and multiple sets of meeting minutes from January 2024

Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee Meeting

The Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee will discuss a voting recommendation for non-citizens and consider changes to committee recommendations, based on a memorandum and a revised committee role document.

• Discussion of Voting Recommendation for Non-Citizens, with attached memorandum
• Review of Committee Recommendation Changes, including revised committee role document

Human Services, Health and Education Committee Meeting

The Human Services, Health and Education Committee is meeting to discuss two agenda items: proposed legislation for health and wellness incentives and project charges. No new business is scheduled. The meeting is procedural in nature with no final decisions expected.

• Discussion of Proposed Legislation for Health and Wellness Incentives
• Discussion of Project Charges

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council held a regular work session on February 5, 2024, receiving presentations and reports, hearing citizen comments, and taking action on legislation. The council approved Ordinance O-24-09, amending the FY2023-2024 budget for Highway User Revenue and Environmental Justice accounts. They also held a first reading of Ordinance O-24-10 to amend the budget for a National Capital Strategic Economic Development Fund grant for the Goodwin Park Revitalization Project.

• Approved Ordinance O-24-09 amending FY2023-2024 budget for Highway User Revenue Reserve and Environmental Justice accounts
• Discussed Ordinance O-24-10 (1st reading) to amend budget for a National Capital Strategic Economic Development Fund grant for Goodwin Park Revitalization Project
• Received presentation on transitioning to a new payroll provider
• Approved FY2024-2025 budget calendar
• Approved a professional services contract for a performance audit

The City Council approved a transition to Paychex for payroll services to automate timekeeping and integrate with police scheduling software. The council also discussed the potential purchase of a firehouse and requested a contract for an HR firm performing time reconciliation.

• Approved transition to Paychex payroll provider (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Special Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council holds a special session to consider approving Ordinance O-23-11 adopting the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget. The agenda also includes a presentation from a lobbyist and an opportunity for citizen comment. No other legislation or unfinished business is scheduled.

• Approval of Ordinance O-23-11 to adopt the FY2023-2024 budget
• Presentation by Jonathan Carpenter of Greenwill Lobbyist
• Citizen comment period limited to 5 minutes per speaker
• Announcement of upcoming work sessions and public sessions in February and March

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Seat Pleasant City Council. The council will first vote to enter closed session under Maryland law to discuss personnel, privacy, and pending litigation matters. Additionally, the council will consider approving Resolution R-18-19, authorizing a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, funded by the Economic Development Housing Trust.

• Motion to go into closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3‑305(b)(1), (2), and (8) for personnel, privacy, and litigation discussions.
• Resolution R-18-19: Approval of a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, paid from the Economic Development Housing Trust.
• No presentations, meeting topics, or unfinished business are listed.
• Next regular work session scheduled for February 5, 2024, hybrid format.
• Next public session scheduled for February 12, 2024, hybrid format.

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

This is a special/closed session agenda. The council will vote on a motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel and potential litigation. The only substantive action item is a resolution (R-18-19) approving a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, funded by the Economic Development Housing Trust.

• Motion to go into closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1) and (8) for personnel and litigation matters
• Resolution R-18-19: Approval of A Powell Management, LLC contract for $60,000 from the Economic Development Housing Trust

The City Council held a special session and voted to enter a closed session. The session was convened to discuss personnel matters and seek legal advice regarding potential litigation. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel and legal matters (6-0)

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will hold a discussion meeting via Zoom. Items include a departmental update on structural changes and open positions, crime trends on Greig St., FususConnect Phase 1 citywide camera installation, legislative updates on public safety bills, and a possible business roundtable. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of FususConnect Phase 1 citywide camera installation
• Crime trends on Greig St.
• Departmental update on structural changes and open positions
• Legislative update on public safety bills for 2024 session

Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee Meeting

The Governmental Affairs and Technology Committee will discuss a proposal for an HR consultant, a voting recommendation for non-citizens, and changes to committee recommendations. No decisions are scheduled; items are listed as discussion or information only.

• Proposal for HR Consultant (discussion)
• Voting Recommendation for Non-Citizens (discussion)
• Committee Recommendation Changes (discussion/information)

Regular Work Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council will hold a Regular Work Session on January 8, 2024. The main legislative item is the first reading of Ordinance O-24-09, which amends the FY 2023-2024 budget for the Highway User Revenue Reserve and Environmental Justice Highway User Expense Account. The council will also receive reports from the Mayor, City Manager, and committees, and present a National Law Enforcement Day Proclamation. No other new business or unfinished business is listed.

• First reading of Ordinance O-24-09 to amend FY 2023-2024 budget for Highway User Revenue Reserve and Environmental Justice Highway User Expense Account
• Presentation of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Proclamation
• Mayor's report and City Manager's report with departmental updates
• Council committee reports (Economic/Planning/Development, Finance/Budget, Public Safety, Environmental Justice/Transportation, etc.)
• Citizen comment period (5 minutes per speaker, registration required)

The City Council approved the meeting agenda. The session consisted primarily of reports from the Mayor, City Manager, and department heads regarding audits, staffing, and public works. One budget amendment ordinance was introduced for first reading.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance O-24-09 to amend FY 2023-2024 Budget for Highway User Revenue Expense Account (1st Reading)

Public Session Agenda

The Seat Pleasant City Council approved Ordinance O-24-08, amending the FY2023-2024 budget for the Police Department's GOCCP Accountability Community and Transparency Training Grant. The council also adopted a joint proclamation for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and approved meeting minutes from previous sessions. Reports were presented from the Mayor, Council President, and City Manager.

The City Council approved a budget amendment for the Police Department's GOCCP Accountability Community and Transparency Training Grant. The council also approved the meeting agenda and previous session minutes.

• Approved Ordinance O-24-08 amending FY 2023-2024 Budget for Police Department GOCCP Grant (6-1)
• Approved meeting agenda with amendments (7-0)
• Approved Dec 4, 2023 Work Session minutes (5-1-1)
• Approved Dec 11, 2023 Public Session minutes with amendments (6-1)

Special/Closed Session Agenda-

This is a special/closed session meeting. The council will vote on a motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel matters under state law. The only substantive action is a proposed resolution (R-18-19) to approve a $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC, funded by the Economic Development Housing Trust.

• Motion to enter closed session under General Provisions Art. § 3-305(b)(1) for personnel matters
• Resolution R-18-19: $60,000 contract with A Powell Management, LLC from Economic Development Housing Trust
• Announcement of regular work session on Jan 8, 2024 at 6:00 PM and public session at 7:00 PM

The City Council voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters and obtain legal advice. No other substantive decisions or legislative actions were recorded during the special session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel and legal advice (7-0)