Cheverly public meetings in 2024

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a regular town meeting on December 12, 2024. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and a FY 2025 grant request for the Cheverly Parent Resource Group. The council will receive reports from committees, the town administrator, police, and public works. They will also review the agenda for the January 2025 meeting.

• Consider FY 2025 grant request for Cheverly Parent Resource Group (CPRC)
• Receive police report from Chief Morris
• Receive public works update from Director Brayman
• Review and set January 2025 town meeting agenda
• Committee reports from Recreation Council, Cheverly Day Committee, Planning Board, Board of Elections, Ethics Commission

The Cheverly Mayor and Council unanimously approved a contract for up to $195,000 for playground equipment at Boyd Park. The council also approved the consent agenda, including minutes and a grant request from the Cheverly Parent Resource Group (CPRC), with one abstention. The meeting included year-end reports from the town administrator, police, and public works, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $195,000 contract for Boyd Park playground equipment (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 11/14/24 and 11/12/24 (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 grant request from Cheverly Parent Resource Group (CPRC) (4-0-1, Wade abstained)
• Added Boyd Park design approval to agenda (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Excused CM Bryner from meeting (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are convening a special meeting solely to vote to enter a closed session. The closed session will discuss personnel matters, real property acquisition, legal advice, and potential litigation. No open session business or public decisions are scheduled; the meeting adjourns in closed session.

• Motion to close meeting under Maryland Code §3-305(b)(1), (3), (7), (8)
• Closed session topics: personnel matters, real property, legal advice, pending litigation

The Mayor and Council met virtually in closed session on December 11, 2024, with the Town Attorney. The session covered personnel matters, real property acquisition, legal advice, and pending or potential litigation. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the minutes record only the closed session's purpose.

• Held closed session to discuss personnel matters (appointment, employment, discipline, etc.)
• Held closed session to consider real property acquisition for public purpose
• Held closed session to consult with counsel for legal advice
• Held closed session to consult about pending or potential litigation

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Town Council will hold a work session to review a grant request and discuss organizational policies. The meeting includes updates on local infrastructure, police matters, and resident feedback regarding Cheverly Station Apartments.

• FY 2025 grant request for Cheverly Parent Resource Center (CPRC)
• Policy Working Group discussion on town organization benefits and advisory board policy
• Revenue Authority and ticketing discussion with the Police Chief and Town Administrator
• Status update on Hospital Hill
• Resident feedback updates regarding Cheverly Station Apartments

Planning Board

The Cheverly Planning Board will review a site development plan to construct townhomes at 5801 Annapolis Road (formerly a proposed hotel on RDA-owned property) and receive an overview of the Hospital Hill redevelopment preliminary plan. The board will also discuss a promotional event for redevelopment opportunities on Tuxedo/Arbor and hear status updates on 6201 State Street and trail connections.

• 5801 Annapolis Road — site development review for townhomes (PPS2023-043 + ADQ-2024-057)
• Hospital Hill Redevelopment — preliminary plan of subdivision overview presented to Town Council
• New business: event to highlight redevelopment opportunities on Tuxedo/Arbor
• Status update on 6201 State Street (4th Ward Church property)
• Trail connections study (SHA Study) and Master Plan of Transportation follow-up

Mayor & Council

This is a special meeting of the Cheverly Mayor and Council. The sole item of business is a vote to enter a closed session to discuss real property acquisition, receive legal advice, and consult on potential litigation. No open-session decisions or public business will be conducted.

• Motion to close meeting under Maryland Code for real property acquisition and legal consultation

Mayor & Council

The Cheverly Mayor & Council will consider the final ARPA budget amendment, hear a recommendation for a new IT support provider, and receive a presentation from Axon on police body cameras and tasers. The agenda also includes a swearing-in of a new officer, an update on the Hospital Hill project, and approval of consent agenda items including a grant for the Community Native Planting Project.

• Axon presentation on in-car cameras, body worn cameras, and tasers for police department
• Final review and amendment of ARPA budget
• Recommendation for new IT support provider
• Update on Hospital Hill project from Home Team 5
• Consent agenda item: FY2025 grant request for Community Native Planting Project

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing to receive testimony and vote on installing speed humps at the 3000 and 3100 blocks of Lake Ave and the 5700 block of Forest Rd. The council will consider code section §27-3 regarding traffic-control devices. Residents may attend in person or via Zoom.

• Installation of speed humps at 3000 & 3100 blocks of Lake Ave
• Installation of speed hump at 5700 block of Forest Rd
• Public hearing and vote on traffic calming devices

Mayor & Council

The Cheverly Mayor and Council will hold a worksession to discuss and potentially act on a FY2025 grant request for the Community Native Planting Project. They will also receive updates on the Cheverly Stream Restoration project, Eley Building construction, and the FY24 audit. A key discussion will center on proposed policies defining town organizations and their benefits, including newsletter access, facility usage, and grants. The council will also hear reports from the Town Administrator and Police Chief, and an update on Cheverly Station Apartments.

• FY2025 grant request for Community Native Planting Project (CNPP)
• Cheverly Stream Restoration update from Clean Water Partnership
• Keller Construction update on Eley Building construction
• FY24 Audit update from Town Administrator
• Policy Working Group discussion on town organization definitions, benefits, and advisory board policy (including newsletter and grant guidelines)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will vote on installing permanent speed humps at upper and lower Lake Ave and Forest Rd following a staff recommendation. They will also vote on two policies: a Mayor and Council Training and Reimbursement Policy and an Employee Auctions Policy. Three new police officers will be sworn in, and a proclamation for Indigenous People's Day will be read. Committee reports, resident input, and operational updates from town staff and police are also scheduled.

• Swearing in of three new police officers: Rashaud Brown, Christopher Becker, Naun Marin Henriquez
• Vote on Mayor and Council Training and Reimbursement Policy Draft and Employee Auctions Policy
• Recommendation to install permanent speed humps at upper/lower Lake Ave and Forest Rd (vote required)
• Indigenous People's Day Proclamation to be read by Mayor Munyeneh
• Public comment period during Resident Input (3-minute limit)

Mayor & Council

This is a special meeting of the Cheverly Mayor and Council. The only open-session items are call to order, pledge, and a motion to close. After the vote, the Council will enter closed session to discuss personnel matters and receive legal advice, with no return to open session.

• Motion to close meeting to enter closed session for personnel matters and legal advice

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review development projects, including a preliminary plan for Hospital Hill Redevelopment. The board will also discuss the construction of townhomes at 5801 Annapolis Road and the status of the 6201 State Street property.

• Hospital Hill Redevelopment Preliminary Plan of Subdivision
• Review of site development for townhomes at 5801 Annapolis Road (PPS2023-043+ADQ-2024-057)
• Status update on 6201 State Street (4th Ward Church property)
• Trail Connections SHA Study
• Master Plan of Transportation follow-up

Mayor & Council

This is a worksession of the Cheverly Mayor and Town Council. Items include a financial review for the first quarter, an air quality update from Tad Aburn detailing community-driven emission reduction efforts, a traffic hot spot discussion, and policy recommendations on travel/training and equipment procurement. Council will also receive reports from the town administrator and police chief, and an update on Cheverly Station Apartments. No action items are scheduled.

• 1st quarter financial review by Town Accountant and Town Administrator
• Air quality update by Tad Aburn on Cheverly Area EJ Partnership monitoring and emission reductions
• Traffic hot spot discussion with Traffic Engineer Jack Goode
• Policy subcommittee recommendations on travel/training for elected officials and procurement/end-of-life equipment
• Update on Cheverly Station Apartments by Council members Fry and Garces

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are convening a special meeting solely to vote to go into a closed session. The closed session, from which the council will not return to open session, is authorized to discuss personnel matters and to receive legal advice on pending or potential litigation.

• Motion to close the meeting under Maryland Code § 3-305(b)(1) for personnel matters and § 3-305(b)(7) and (8) for legal advice and litigation consultation
• No public discussion or action items on the agenda

Mayor & Council

The Cheverly Mayor and Council will vote on a proposal from Ecosite regarding Forest Road. Other updates include redistricting completion, 5701 Landover Road, Boyd Park improvements, Hospital Hill development, and a discussion on the Police Complaints Board. A proclamation for Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month will also be read.

• Vote on Forest Rd proposal from Ecosite (action item)
• Redistricting update – process completed, addresses changed
• Update on 5701 Landover Rd
• Boyd Park update and possible improvements discussed
• Discussion on Police Complaints Board

The Mayor and Council unanimously approved the consent agenda and the agenda as amended, which removed item #14 (Police Complaints Board discussion). They also approved a proposal from Ecosite for an initial study on Forest Rd, authorizing the Town Administrator to execute related documentation. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates or reports.

• Approved agenda as amended, removing Police Complaints Board discussion (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including 8/8/24 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Ecosite Forest Rd proposal, authorizing Town Administrator to execute documentation (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a virtual town meeting on August 8, 2024. They will vote on an employment agreement for the Town Administrator and on a contract with Charles P Johnson Associates for engineering services. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a grant request from CAACO. Committee reports and staff updates on police, public works, and town operations will also be presented.

• Approval of Town Administrator employment contract (vote)
• Approval of Charles P Johnson engineering contract (vote)
• Consent agenda: minutes from 7/11/24, 7/25/24, and closed meeting 7/29/24; grant request from CAACO
• Committee reports: Recreation Council, Cheverly Day Committee, Planning Board, Board of Elections, Ethics Commission
• Resident input period (3-minute limit)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet virtually to vote to enter a closed session. The closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and receive legal advice.

• Vote to enter closed session for personnel matters
• Consultation with counsel for legal advice

Mayor & Council

This worksession includes a vote on procurement of a refuse truck, discussions on speed limits and traffic hot spots, and updates from the Town Administrator on the crosswalk at Hillside Ave, clean water project, and erosion at Forest RD. The Police Chief will report, and council members will update on Cheverly Station Apartments. The agenda also includes a grant request for CAACO and review of the August meeting agenda.

• Procurement of refuse truck (action item)
• Speed limit and traffic hot spot discussion
• Grant request for CAACO
• Update on crosswalk at Hillside Ave and clean water project
• Update on Cheverly Station Apartments from council members

The Mayor and Council approved a motion to authorize the town administrator to enter an agreement with Grand Turk to purchase a new refuse truck for $316,000 from account 700.185. The motion was made by CM Watson, seconded by CM Dalaker, and approved unanimously. Other items discussed included speed limit and traffic hotspot updates, a plan to deadline town vehicles, and various town administrator updates.

• Approved $316,000 refuse truck purchase from Grand Turk (unanimous)
• Discussed speed limit and traffic hotspot timeline; update expected at September meeting
• Discussed plan to deadline town vehicles; internal bid recommended before public
• Tabled action on redistricting letter; draft to be sent to affected homes
• Tabled action on crosswalk at Hillside Ave; temporary crosswalk to be installed
• Tabled action on erosion at Forest Rd; proposal submitted by Ecosite, $500,000 state grant expected
• Tabled action on August town meeting; recommendation to hold virtually only
• Tabled action on Hospital Hill security; MOU pending with RDA

Mayor & Council

The Cheverly Mayor and Council will meet to vote on a contract for the Town Administrator. The agenda includes committee reports and updates regarding the Hospital Hill subdivision plan. Officials will also receive monthly reports from the Police and Public Works departments.

• Vote on Town Administrator employment agreement
• Approval of June 13, 2024, meeting minutes
• Update on Hospital Hill preliminary plan of subdivision
• Police and Public Works department reports

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will discuss revisions to its Governance Document and an upcoming legal review by the Town Attorney. The commission will also vote on requesting funding for a Post Office box at the Hyattsville USPS facility. A closed session is scheduled to review 2023 Financial Disclosure forms.

• Revisions to the Commission’s Governance Document
• Vote to request funding for an Ethics Commission Post Office box in Hyattsville
• Review of 2023 Financial Disclosure forms

Mayor & Council

The Council will conduct a final reading and vote to adopt the FY25 Budget Ordinance. The agenda also includes seeking approval for a storm drain project contract and a solar panel change order for the Eley Building. Additionally, Breyon Whittington will be sworn in as the new Assistant Town Administrator.

• Adoption of the FY25 Budget Ordinance
• Contract award for Crestlawn, Parkway, and Parkway Place Alley Storm Drain Project
• Change order for solar panels at the Public Works Eley Building
• Swearing-in of new Assistant Town Administrator Breyon Whittington
• Grant requests from Cheverly Women’s Club and Spellman PTA

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will conduct a final review of policies regarding grants, facility usage, town organization, and advisory committees. The body will also consider grant requests from the Spellman PTA and Cheverly Women’s Club.

• Grant requests from Cheverly Women’s Club and Spellman PTA
• Final review of Advisory Committee, Facility Usage, Town Organization, and Grants policies
• Resident feedback update regarding Cheverly Station Apartments
• Town Administrator Galloway report
• Police Chief Morris report

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission is reviewing revisions to its Governance Document and the Town Ethics Ordinance. The body will also address compliance for Financial Disclosure forms due April 30.

• Revisions to the Commission’s Governance Document
• Review of final draft Town Ethics Ordinance
• Compliance steps for Financial Disclosure forms
• Vote to request funding for a Post Office box at Dodge Park or Bladensburg USPS facilities
• Discussion on Commission records prior to December 2023

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will conduct a final reading of a charter amendment regarding redistricting. The meeting also includes discussions on the Homestead Tax Credit and updates on Hospital Hill.

• Third and final reading of CAR-01-24 redistricting charter amendment
• Discussion regarding raising the Homestead Tax Credit
• Hospital Hill update from the Town Administrator
• Swearing in of a new Deputy Chief and a new Sergeant

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a site development plan for approximately 31 townhomes at 5801 Annapolis Road. The board will also discuss several development projects and transportation studies.

• Review of site development for approx. 31 townhomes at 5801 Annapolis Road
• Hospital Hill Redevelopment Preliminary Plan of Subdivision
• Discussion of 4711 Lydell Road, PacTrust Cabin Branch Development Parcel, and 6201 State Street
• Sector Plan Recommendation for 4601 Lydell Road
• Trail Connections SHA Study and Master Plan of Transportation follow-up

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a work session to review facilities usage and boards and commission policies. The body will discuss a traffic study at Forest Road and Hillside Avenue and receive an update on property erosion on Forest Road. Council members will also provide feedback regarding Cheverly Station Apartments.

• Grant requests from Cheverly Women’s Club and Spellman PTA
• Review of Facilities Usage Policy
• Review of Boards & Commission Policy
• Discussion of Forest Rd & Hillside Ave traffic study
• Update on property erosion on Forest Road between Rt 50 property and homes

Ethics Commission

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Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will discuss a budget amendment for feral cat trap, neuter, and release services and conduct a second reading of a redistricting charter amendment. The meeting also includes the presentation of the FY23 audit and the swearing-in of two police officers.

• Budget amendment request of $5,000 for feral cat TNR (Trap, Neuter, Release)
• Second reading of charter amendment CAR-01-24 regarding redistricting
• Presentation of FY23 Audit by Bob Diss of Lindsey and Associates
• Request for approval to renew tree services contract
• Request for approval for electricity contract renewal

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Town Council will hold a worksession to review the homestead tax credit and evaluate grant requests. The body will also hear presentations regarding the Police Complaints Board and feral cats.

• Discussion of the homestead tax credit
• Grant requests from Cheverly Police Complaints Board and Spellman PTA
• Review of the Facilities Usage Policy
• Presentation from A Cat’s Life Rescue group regarding feral cats
• Resident feedback update regarding Cheverly Station Apartments

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will discuss a charter amendment regarding redistricting and resolutions concerning a ceasefire in Gaza and an interim environmental task force. The Town Administrator will present a budget amendment for police vehicles, town hall HVAC, and fingerprint equipment.

• CAR-01-24 Redistricting charter amendment
• Resolution R-2-24 regarding a permanent ceasefire in Gaza
• Resolution R-3-24 to establish an interim environmental task force
• Budget amendment for police vehicles, town hall HVAC system, and fingerprint equipment
• Traffic study timeline update for Hospital Hill development

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will meet in open session to vote on a motion to close the meeting. The commission will not return to an open session following this vote.

• Motion to close the meeting pursuant to § 3-305(b)(2)

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission is meeting in a closed session to protect the privacy or reputation of individuals. The body will not return to open session after the meeting begins.

• Vote to close the meeting pursuant to § 3-305(b)(2)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a request from the Mayor and Council regarding the potential purchase of 1816 64th Avenue. The board will also discuss several development projects and transportation plans.

• Recommendation on purchase of 1816 64th Avenue (Parcel 28 on PG Atlas)
• Hospital Hill Redevelopment Preliminary Plan of Subdivision
• Status of 6201 State Street (4th Ward Church property)
• Sector Plan Recommendation for 4601 Lydell Road
• Trail Connections SHA Study and Master Plan of Transportation follow-up

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council reviewed a salary analysis recommending a new classification system and living wage, with a fiscal impact of $237,000. The body also discussed a proposed charter amendment for redistricting and potential grant applications for street safety.

• Proposed charter amendment for redistricting with a public hearing scheduled for March 14
• Salary analysis recommendation with a $237,000 fiscal impact to bring employees to new minimums
• Proposed $130,000 HVAC request for the Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion of Safe Streets and Roads for All grant for the Rt 202 intersection at Monroe St/Neighbor Lane & 62nd
• Proposed increase of Homestead Tax credit from $50 to $150

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will hold nominations and votes for interim Chairperson, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The body will also discuss timelines for revising charter bylaws and establishing procedures for handling ethics complaints.

• Election of interim Chairperson, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion on reviewing and revising charter/bylaws
• Discussion on processes for receiving and investigating ethics complaints
• Establishment of a regular meeting schedule

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will vote on updating the compensation schedule for elected officials and a grant request for Cheverly Gives Back. The meeting includes the swearing-in of police officers and youth council appointees.

• Ordinance 2023-04 to change Mayor and Council compensation from quarterly to biweekly
• Vote on Cheverly Gives Back grant request
• Vote on final two Cheverly Youth Council appointees
• Swearing in of police officers Don Walden and DeSoto Samuel Jordan III
• Discussion of police vehicle fleet and new fleet options

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss the status of several development projects and provide a sector plan recommendation for 4601 Lydell Road. The meeting also includes updates on trail connections and the Master Plan of Transportation.

• Sector plan recommendation for 4601 Lydell Road
• Hospital Hill Redevelopment
• 4711 Lydell Road development
• PacTrust Cabin Branch Development Parcel
• Status of 6201 State Street (4th Ward Church property)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Town Council will hold a worksession to review the FY23 audit and finalize a facilities use policy. The meeting includes updates on redistricting, the youth council, and resident feedback regarding Cheverly Station Apartments.

• Presentation of the FY23 Audit by Bob Diss of Lindsey & Associates
• Review and finalization of the Facilities Use Policy
• SHA representative address on Columbia Park Rd and 202 (Landover Rd)
• Grant request from Cheverly Gives Back
• Update on the redistricting charter amendment timeline

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a final reading on a charter amendment regarding the voting age. The body will also consider an ordinance to update the compensation schedule for the Mayor and Council.

• Charter Amendment CAR 1-23: lowering voting age to 16-years-old (3rd reading)
• Ordinance 2023-04: update to Mayor & Council compensation schedule (2nd reading)
• Resolution R-1-24: re-appointment of two election supervisors for 2024-2026 terms
• Approval of recommendations for the Chevery Youth Council board