Cheverly public meetings in 2025

Mayor & Council

The Cheverly Mayor and Council will hold a special meeting on December 18, 2025, at 9:00 PM to discuss personnel matters and receive legal advice in a closed session. The meeting will be held virtually following the conclusion of the town meeting.

• Closed meeting to discuss personnel matters and receive legal advice
• Meeting to convene at 9:00 PM on December 18, 2025
• Virtual meeting via Zoom

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet to consider budget amendments and a charter amendment for the annexation of the former Prince George's County Hospital location. The body will also vote on Planning Board appointments and receive a construction update on the Eley building.

• Annexation Charter Amendment CAR-1-26 for the former Prince George's County Hospital location
• Proposed budget amendments for Council review and approval
• Appointment of Lane Thompson and Bryan Barnett-Woods to the Planning Board
• Construction update from Keller Construction on the Eley building
• Presentation of the FY27 budget meeting calendar

Planning Board

The Cheverly Planning Board will hold a public comment period, receive a Town Council liaison report, consider a recommendation to appoint a prospective new member, and conduct a leadership reorganization with elections for chair, co‑chair, secretary, and other roles. The board will also begin a strategic planning session to define its role, processes, and priorities for 2026.

• Vote to recommend appointment of prospective new member Lane Thompson
• Leadership reorganization: election of chair, co‑chair, secretary, and other positions
• Town Council Liaison Report covering Cheverly Hill developer questions, annexation public hearing, and joint work session
• Strategic planning discussion on board role, procedures, and priorities for 2026
• Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Board of Elections

The Board of Election Supervisors will meet via Zoom to discuss administrative matters and election improvements. The agenda consists of general procedural items and resident input.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of election improvements
• Administrative matters

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet in a special session to vote on entering a closed meeting. The closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and receive legal advice.

• Vote to enter closed session pursuant to Maryland Code § 3-305(b)(1) and (7)
• Discussion of personnel matters
• Consultation with counsel for legal advice

Mayor & Council

The Cheverly Town Council will hold a virtual public hearing to receive resident testimony on the annexation of the Hospital Hill development. No formal decision will be made at this meeting; the hearing is for public input. The council may retire to executive or closed session under Maryland Code §3-305, with a report to follow.

• Virtual public hearing on annexation of Hospital Hill development
• Potential executive or closed session per Maryland Code §3-305

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a work session to receive reports on the FY25 audit and construction updates for the Eley building. The body will also discuss streetlight outages with Pepco and review sewer and water main project timelines from WSSC.

• Presentation of the FY25 Audit by Lindsey & Associates
• WSSC update on Task order 201 sewer lateral lining and paving schedules
• Discussion with Pepco regarding streetlight outages
• Construction update from Keller Construction on the Eley building
• Resident feedback regarding Cheverly Station Apartments

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and later unanimously adjourned the session. No other motions or decisions requiring a vote were recorded in the minutes.

• Agenda approved unanimously (motion by CM Bryner, second by CM Fry)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (motion by CM Bryner, second by CM Garces)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider budget amendments and grant approvals for the Cheverly Parent Resource Center and ASL Coffee House. The body will also discuss the town's snow emergency plan policy and receive construction updates on the Eley building.

• Proposed budget amendments for Council review and approval
• Grant approvals for Cheverly Parent Resource Center and ASL Coffee House
• Review and discussion of the snow emergency plan policy
• Update on Eley building construction from Keller Construction
• Briefing on townhouse setback exception at Cheverly Hill

The Council voted unanimously to support the townhouse setback exception for the Cheverly Hill development. The work session minutes from 9/25/25 were adopted after the Mayor broke a tie vote. The agenda was approved unanimously, and the proposed budget amendment was tabled for a future work session. New Youth Council member Levon Carney and police officers Giovanni Thypam and Brandon Walker were sworn in.

• Approved unanimously the townhouse setback exception for Cheverly Hill (CM Bryner motion, CM Tansey second)
• Adopted the 9/25/25 work session minutes after Mayor broke tie (CM Wade, LeGloahec, Tansey yes; Bryner, Garces, Fry no; Mayor yes)
• Approved agenda with removal of WSSC Task order 201 update unanimously (CM LeGloahec motion, CM Tansey second)
• Tabled budget amendment to next work session (no vote recorded)
• Sworn in new Youth Council member Levon Carney
• Sworn in new police officers Giovanni Thypam and Brandon Walker

Planning Board

The Cheverly Planning Board will reorganize its leadership by electing a chair, co‑chair, secretary and other roles. It will discuss strategic planning, including defining the board’s role, processes and priorities for 2026. The meeting also includes a town‑council liaison report, a follow‑up on the Cheverly Hill project, and a public comment period.

• Leadership Reorganization – election of Chair, Co‑Chair, Secretary and other roles
• Strategic Planning – defining board role, processes and 2026 priorities
• Cheverly Hill Follow‑Up – summary of October meeting and next steps
• Town Council Liaison Report – report from Council Member David Tansey
• Public Comment – residents may speak for up to 3 minutes

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will convene a two-day leadership retreat at a hotel in Largo to discuss team dynamics and priorities. The meeting is scheduled for November 7 and 8, 2025.

• Leadership retreat at Homewood Suites by Hilton
• Team building and dynamics sessions
• Discussion of priorities
• Meeting location: 9103 Basil Court, Largo, MD 20774

Mayor & Council

The Cheverly Mayor and Town Council will hold a special virtual meeting on November 5, 2025. They will vote to close the meeting under Maryland Code §3-305(b). The closed session will be used to discuss personnel matters and to obtain legal advice. The council will not return to open session after the closed meeting.

• Vote to enter a closed meeting per Maryland Code §3-305(b)
• Discuss personnel matters such as appointments, compensation, and performance evaluations
• Consult counsel to obtain legal advice on the personnel issues

Board of Elections

The Cheverly Board of Election Supervisors will hold a Zoom meeting on November 4, 2025. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, a resident input segment, administrative matters, a discussion on election improvements, and any new business. No specific actions, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Approval of minutes from previous meetings
• Resident input session
• Administrative matters
• Election improvements discussion
• New business

Mayor & Council

The Cheverly Mayor and Council will review several updates, including a Class B liquor license application for Chopup & Cola. They will hear grant requests such as a $2,500 Thanksgiving grant for the Cheverly Parent Resource Center. An update on the 5701 Landover Rd natural‑area project, funded by a $49,767 grant, will also be presented. Additional items include a FY26 budget update and a bike trail status report.

• Class B liquor license application for Chopup & Cola
• CPRC Thanksgiving grant request of $2,500
• 5701 Landover Rd natural‑area project funded by a $49,767 grant
• FY26 budget update by town accountant Diane Mock
• Bike trail update from the Town Administrator

The Cheverly Mayor & Council approved the meeting agenda by a unanimous vote. Later, the council moved to adjourn the work session, which was also approved unanimously. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned work session (unanimous)

Ethics Commission

The Cheverly Ethics Commission will review and potentially vote to approve its Operating Guidelines. If the guidelines are approved, the commission will hold nominations and elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary, each serving a one‑year term. A closed session will follow to review financial disclosures of town elected and appointed officials as required by state law. No other business is listed.

• Review and vote on approval of the Cheverly Ethics Commission Operating Guidelines
• Nomination and election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary (one‑year terms) contingent on guideline approval
• Closed‑session review of financial disclosures for elected and appointed officials per Md. General Provisions §3‑305(1)(13)

Mayor & Council

The Cheverly Mayor and Council will hold a special hybrid meeting on October 16, 2025, to discuss real property and personnel matters in closed session. The meeting will begin at 6:15 PM.

• Closed meeting to discuss real property and personnel matters
• Meeting to be held in hybrid format
• Meeting ID: 897 4661 0812

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will vote on giving town staff the day off on December 26, 2025, and will swear in new members of the Police Department and Cheverly Youth Council. The body will also discuss the Eley building construction and review the budget.

• Vote on Staff Day Off (December 26, 2025)
• Swearing in of new police officers
• Swearing in of new Cheverly Youth Council members
• Keller Construction update on Eley building
• Budget update presentation

The council approved a one‑day holiday for town staff on Friday, December 26, 2025, moving trash pickup to Monday, Dec. 29. The $500 bonus for Employees of the Year, Orhan Biler and Gregory Crawford, was also approved unanimously. Several agenda amendments and grant approvals were passed unanimously as part of the consent agenda.

• Approved staff day off on Dec. 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $500 bonus for Employees of the Year (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to add St. Ambrose 75th Anniversary proclamation (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to move TA report after PD & PW reports (unanimous)
• Approved Community Native Planting Project grant (consent agenda, unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Youth Council Advisor Paul John (consent agenda, unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 gym bleacher improvement award (statement of award)
• Approved $500 bonus request for Employees of the Year (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to address administrative vacancies and new member appointments. The agenda includes discussions on redevelopment and transportation initiatives, including signalization and trail projects.

• Hospital Hill Redevelopment Information Request Follow-up
• Columbia Park Road Signalization Strategy
• Preliminary Countywide Master Plan of Transportation Follow-Up
• Trail Initiatives Next Steps
• Chair Nomination and Vacant Positions

Ethics Commission

The Cheverly Ethics Commission will meet on Sept. 29, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. in a hybrid (Town Hall/Zoom) format. In closed session, members will review financial disclosures as required by local ordinance and state law. The commission will discuss and may vote to approve its Operating Guidelines. If the guidelines are approved, nominations and elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary (one‑year terms) will follow.

• Closed‑session review of financial disclosures (required by ordinance and state law)
• Discussion and potential vote to approve the Cheverly Ethics Commission Operating Guidelines
• Contingent nominations and elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary (one‑year terms) pending guideline approval

Mayor & Council

The council will hear a grant request from the Community Native Planting Project and an air‑quality update from the Environmental Justice Action Team. They will discuss the status of the Green Infrastructure Committee and consider a recommendation on the Hospital Hill development. The council will vote to nominate Youth Town Council members and receive updates on the Cheverly Station Apartments and the upcoming October town meeting agenda.

• Grant request presentation by the Community Native Planting Project
• Air‑quality update from the Cheverly area Environmental Justice Action Team
• Discussion of the Green Infrastructure Committee status
• Recommendation on Hospital Hill information request from the Planning Board
• Nomination of Youth Town Council members

The Mayor and Council unanimously approved the appointment of six youth members and a youth advisor to the Youth Town Council. They also unanimously approved adding a Keller Construction update to the agenda. Two separate motions to extend the meeting—by 30 minutes and by 15 minutes—were each approved unanimously. All other items were informational updates.

• Approved agenda addition of Keller Construction update (unanimous)
• Appointed six youth members and a youth advisor to the Youth Town Council (unanimous)
• Extended meeting by 30 minutes (unanimous)
• Extended meeting by 15 minutes (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing to receive resident testimony and vote on the installation of speeding deterrents. The meeting focuses on traffic-control devices for 63rd Place between Joslyn and Jason Streets.

• Public hearing and vote on installing speedhumps, speedbumps, or a raised crosswalk at 63rd Place between Joslyn and Jason Streets
• Discussion of code Section § 27-3 regarding traffic-control devices
• Mention of speed hump installation along the 2800 block of Crest Avenue

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider the third reading and adoption of an ordinance to re-enact the Code of Ethics. The meeting includes a discussion with Home Team 5 and Urban Atlantic regarding the Preliminary Plan of Subdivision for Cheverly Hill.

• Third reading and adoption of Ethics Ordinance O-25-04
• Discussion on Preliminary Plan of Subdivision for Cheverly Hill with Home Team 5 and Urban Atlantic
• Recommendation of Brian Barnett Woods for appointment to the Planning Board
• Reading of the Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month proclamation
• Update from District Five County Council Member Shayla Adams-Stafford

The Cheverly Mayor and Council approved Ordinance O-25-04 to re-enact the Code of Ethics and appointed Brian Barnett-Woods to the Planning Board. They also received updates on the Cheverly Hill development, a $400,000 MDOT bike trail grant, and various committee reports. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance O-25-04 to re-enact the Code of Ethics (unanimous, CM Garces absent)
• Appointed Brian Barnett-Woods to the Planning Board (unanimous, CM Garces absent)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of 8/14/25 meeting (no objections)
• Approved agenda amendments to move planning board appointment and TA report (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Cheverly Planning Board will discuss several land‑use projects, including an information request for the Hospital Hill Redevelopment and follow‑up on the 6900 Old Landover Road TCP and PPS work session. It will also review outreach related to the Walgreens site, next steps for the Boyd Park Extension, and a brownbag update on zoning and design applications. Transportation topics include a signalization strategy for Columbia Park Road, outreach on WMATA’s bus redesign, and updates on the countywide master plan and trail initiatives.

• Hospital Hill Redevelopment – information request
• 6900 Old Landover Road TCP and PPS – work session follow‑up
• Walgreens site owner outreach – PG Economic Development Corp, Business Roundtable, DHCD Main Street Program
• Boyd Park Extension – next steps
• Columbia Park Road – signalization strategy

Board of Elections

The Board of Election Supervisors will meet via Zoom to handle administrative matters and discuss election improvements. The meeting includes time for resident input and the approval of previous minutes.

• Election Improvements Discussion

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet to vote on entering a closed session. The purpose of the closed session is to receive legal advice and discuss personnel matters.

• Vote to enter closed session for personnel matters and legal advice

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet to vote on entering a closed session. The purpose of the closed session is to receive legal advice regarding personnel matters.

• Vote to enter closed session for personnel matters and legal advice

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will conduct a second reading of an ordinance to re-enact the town's Code of Ethics. The body will also vote on appointing an election supervisor for the 2025-2027 term.

• Second reading of Ordinance O-25-04 to re-enact the Code of Ethics
• Resolution R-5-25 to appoint an election supervisor for the 2025-2027 term
• Reports from the Recreation Council, Cheverly Day Committee, Planning Board, Board of Elections, and Ethics Commission

The Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda. They appointed Christina Bruff as the 2025‑2027 election supervisor and conducted the second reading of the Code of Ethics ordinance. In closed session, the Council decided to acquire two properties immediately and to consider a third property later. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Appointed Christina Bruff as election supervisor (unanimous)
• Second reading of Code of Ethics ordinance O‑25‑04
• Decided to acquire two properties now and pursue a third later (closed session)
• Motion to adjourn town meeting (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Cheverly Board of Elections Supervisors will hold a Zoom meeting on August 12, 2025, to review minutes from previous meetings, allow resident input, and discuss administrative matters and the 2025 election. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

Mayor & Council

The Cheverly Mayor and Town Council will convene a special virtual meeting to vote on entering a closed session. The closed meeting is called to discuss and receive legal advice on personnel matters that should not be disclosed to the public, as permitted by Maryland law.

Mayor & Council

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

• Vote to enter closed session for personnel matters and legal advice

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet virtually to discuss the upcoming Cheverly Day and potential updates to town meeting times. The body will also consider Ordinance O-25-04 regarding the Code of Ethics and receive a report from Town Administrator Galloway.

• Ordinance O-25-04 to re-enact the Code of Ethics
• Discussion of Cheverly Day with the Cheverly Day Committee
• Discussion of options for updating town meeting times
• Town Administrator Galloway report

The council approved the meeting agenda with a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other substantive actions were voted on during the special meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Town Council will hold a work session to discuss transportation updates and election processes. The body will also vote on nominees for Hometown Hero banners.

• Grant request presentation from the Civic African American Community Organization (CAACO)
• Road concerns discussion with Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA)
• Transportation update from WMATA (METRO)
• Discussion with the Board of Elections regarding past and future elections
• Approval of nominees for Hometown Hero banners

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and then approved a $2,000 grant to the Civic African American Community Organization for its annual backpack giveaway (5-0, one abstention). The council also approved the design request for the Old Landover Road (63rd Place) traffic signal. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 grant to CAACO for backpack giveaway (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved design request for Old Landover Road (63rd Place) signal
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet to receive reports from town departments and committees. Key agenda items include a construction update on the Eley building and a governance update from the Ethics Commission.

• Construction update on the Eley building from Keller contractors
• Governance document update from the Ethics Commission
• Monthly reports from the Police Department and Department of Public Works
• Review of the August town meeting agenda

The Council unanimously excused Councilmember Garces from the meeting. They approved the agenda after removing the Ethics Committee report, and approved the consent agenda which included the June 12 minutes. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No substantive policy, budget, or zoning actions were taken.

• Excused Councilmember Garces (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with Ethics Committee report removed (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, including June 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss land planning updates and transportation strategies. Topics include redevelopment outlines, specific site follow-ups, and regional transit redesigns.

• Hospital Hill Redevelopment Best Practices Outline
• 6900 Old Landover Road TCP and PPS follow-up
• Walgreens site owner follow-up
• 2203 Parkway land sale research
• WMATA’s Better Bus Network Redesign

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will conduct a final reading of Budget Ordinance 2025-03 and vote on the extension of the Bengal Contract. The body will also decide on the FY25 Project Charge Grant and review updates to meeting rules and procedures.

• Final reading and adoption of Budget Ordinance 2025-03
• Vote on the extension of the Bengal Contract
• Vote to finalize the Project Charge Grant for FY25
• Review and adoption of updated rules and procedures
• Construction update from Keller Construction regarding the Eley Building

The Town Council adopted the 2025 Budget Ordinance (Ordinance 2025-03) with a unanimous vote. They also appointed Karlo Silbiger to the Planning Board, approved the extension of the Bengal Engineering contract, and authorized a $112,358.77 grant to replace the gymnasium floors. Additional unanimous actions included adopting updated procedural rules, approving the Hometown Heroes nominees, and other routine motions.

• Adopted Budget Ordinance 2025-03 (unanimous)
• Appointed Karlo Silbiger to the Planning Board via Resolution R-4-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved extension of the Bengal Engineering contract (unanimous)
• Approved Project Charge Grant of $112,358.77 for gym floor renovation (unanimous)
• Approved Hometown Heroes nominees list (unanimous, 4‑0 after CM Wade recused)
• Adopted updated Rules and Procedures for 2025‑2027 term (unanimous)
• Approved motion to add resolution honoring former Councilmember Joseph Jochum (unanimous)
• Approved motion to excuse Councilmembers Fry & Garces (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss land planning items including the Hospital Hill redevelopment and the 2203 Parkway land sale. The board will also review transportation updates regarding the Countywide Master Plan and state trails strategic plan.

• Hospital Hill Redevelopment research and walking tour
• Town interest in 6900 Old Landover Road TCP and PPS
• Walgreens site owner outreach
• 2203 Parkway land sale
• Maryland State Transportation Trails Strategic Plan update

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will conduct a work session to review the FY26 Budget ordinance and the town's records retention policy. The body will also discuss meeting rules, advisory group liaisons, and receive updates on local projects.

• Second reading of the FY26 Budget ordinance
• Presentation of the town's records retention policy
• Review of Mayor and Council Rules and Procedures
• LGIT grant check presentation for training
• Updates on Hospital Hill, Kilmer Park path, and Cheverly Station Apartments

The council approved the agenda and adjourned the meeting unanimously. It appointed liaisons for the Cheverly Day, Planning Board, Recreation Council, and Policy Committee. A motion to postpone the records‑retention policy was rejected after insufficient votes. The council also excused Councilmember Garces unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Excused Councilmember Garces (unanimous)
• Retention policy motion failed (Bryner no, Wade abstain)
• Appointed liaisons for Cheverly Day, Planning Board, Rec Council, Policy Committee
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a special meeting to vote on entering a closed session. The closed session is authorized under Maryland law to discuss personnel matters and consult with legal counsel. The council will not return to open session after the closed session.

• Vote to close meeting under §3-305(b)(1) and (7) for personnel and legal advice
• Topics include personnel matters not disclosed to the public

Mayor & Council

The Council will hold a final budget review for all departments and conduct the first reading of Ordinance 2025-3, the FY26 Budget Ordinance, which sets revenues and expenditures from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. A public comment period will be held before the review.

• First reading of Ordinance 2025-3 (FY26 Budget Ordinance)
• Final review of all department budgets

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet to elect a new Vice Mayor and read a proclamation for Asian American Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The meeting will also include operational reports from the Town Administrator, Police Chief, and Public Works Director.

• Election of the next Vice Mayor
• Asian American Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Proclamation
• Town Administrator report on operations
• Monthly Police report from Chief Morris
• Public Works update from Director Brayman

The council voted to elect Council Member Nicole Bryner as Vice Mayor. The motion passed with five votes in favor and two abstentions. Approval of the April meeting minutes was postponed to the next meeting. The agenda was approved and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Elected Council Member Nicole Bryner as Vice Mayor (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved agenda with consent agenda tabled (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of April 10 and April 24 minutes to next meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

This meeting was scheduled as an FY26 budget meeting but has been postponed to a later date. The agenda listed a final budget review covering all departments, but that item will not be addressed at this meeting due to the postponement.

• Final Budget Review for all departments postponed to a later date

Planning Board

The Cheverly Planning Board will consider the nomination of Karlo Silbiger to fill a vacant board position. Development items include next steps for the Hospital Hill Redevelopment Plan and a discussion of a Tree Conservation Plan (TCP) and Preliminary Project Study (PPS) for 6900 Old Landover Road. Transportation items are informational, including updates on the Countywide Master Plan of Transportation and state trails plan.

• Consideration of Karlo Silbiger nomination for vacant Planning Board seat
• Discussion of next steps for Hospital Hill Redevelopment Plan
• Review of Tree Conservation Plan and Preliminary Project Study for 6900 Old Landover Road
• Update on Preliminary Countywide Master Plan of Transportation
• Information on Maryland State Transportation Trails Strategic Plan Open House

Board of Elections

The Board of Election Supervisors will meet to discuss planning for the 2025 election. The board is also scheduled to certify write-in candidates.

• 2025 Election Planning
• Certification of Write-In Candidates

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are reviewing the proposed FY26 budget for all departments. Total revenues are projected at $14,447,103 and total expenditures at $14,764,209, drawing $317,106 from fund balance. The meeting includes a public comment period and will cover line-item details across departments.

• Proposed real estate tax revenue of $5,582,003 (rate $.75 per $100 assessed)
• Speed camera revenue projected at $1,540,000 for FY26
• Public Works budget of $7,826,595, the largest department expenditure
• Police Department budget of $3,641,920, up from $3,255,877 in FY25
• WMATA reimbursement of $261,000 included in miscellaneous revenue

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet in a special session immediately following the budget meeting. The only action is a motion to enter closed session under Maryland law to consult with legal counsel regarding a sensitive matter not disclosed to the public. The council will not return to open session.

• Motion to close meeting to receive legal advice on a very sensitive matter

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hear a WMATA update on the Better Bus Network Redesign and the Cheverly solar carport project. They will also discuss a proposed stop sign monitoring system, review a special exception for a fence at 3107 Laurel Ave, and consider contract renewals for LIDC, Ecosite, and a new engineering firm. Additional updates include the Hometown Heroes flag display program and resident feedback on Cheverly Station Apartments.

• WMATA update on Better Bus Network Redesign affecting Cheverly routes (P22, P54, P43, P41) and rail service changes (Yellow Line extension, extended weekend hours)
• Stop sign monitoring system discussion with vendor and staff
• Special exception request for a fence permit at 3107 Laurel Ave
• Contract renewals: LIDC, Ecosite, and a new engineering firm (no dollar amounts specified)
• Update on Cheverly Station Apartments from Council members Fry and Garces

The council approved a special exception to replace a chain‑link fence with a wood fence at 3107 Laurel Ave. It also extended the meeting by 45 minutes and unanimously authorized the renewal of the LIDC and Ecosite contracts and the execution of a new Specialized Engineering contract. The session was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved special exception to replace chain‑link fence with wood fence at 3107 Laurel Ave (unanimous)
• Extended meeting end time by 45 minutes to 11:15 pm (unanimous)
• Authorized renewal of LIDC contract, renewal of Ecosite contract, and execution of Specialized Engineering contract (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission is holding a special meeting that will move immediately into a closed session. The body will discuss a personnel matter related to an ethics complaint and receive legal advice.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters (ethics complaint)
• Closed session to receive legal advice

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet to conduct a departmental budget review for the FY26 budget. The session focuses specifically on the Public Works department.

• Departmental Budget Review: Public Works

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing to receive resident testimony and vote on the installation of stop sign monitoring systems, specifically related to Code Section §27-3 on observance of traffic-control devices.

• Public hearing and potential vote on installing Stop Sign Monitoring Systems

Board of Elections

The Cheverly Board of Election Supervisors will meet April 15 to discuss 2025 election planning and certification of write-in candidates. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes, resident input, and administrative matters. No specific dollar amounts or projects are listed.

• 2025 election planning
• Certification of write-in candidates
• Approval of minutes from prior meetings
• Administrative matters discussion
• New business

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet virtually to vote on entering a closed session. The closed session will cover personnel matters, legal advice, and real property.

• Discussion of real property
• Consultation for legal advice
• Personnel matters

Mayor & Council

This meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a grant request for the Cheverly Community Market, committee reports, swearing in of a new police officer, an Arbor Day proclamation, and updates on the WSSC Water Tower and Crest Avenue speed humps. The council will also hear reports from the Town Administrator, Police, and Public Works, and review future agenda items.

• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from March meetings and a grant request for Cheverly Community Market
• Swearing in of a new police officer by Mayor Munyeneh
• Arbor Day proclamation to be read by the Mayor
• Update from Town Administrator on the WSSC Water Tower
• Update on Crest Avenue speed hump installation progress and specific locations

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included adoption of the previous meeting minutes and a grant request for the Cheverly Community Market. The agenda itself was also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 3/13/25 and 3/27/25 (unanimous)
• Approved grant request for Cheverly Community Market (unanimous)
• Swore in Lieutenant William Gleason (unanimous)
• Adopted Arbor Day proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Ethics Commission

The Cheverly Ethics Commission will hold an open session to discuss revisions to its Governance Document, request a Town Council update on mandatory changes to the Ethics Code per state requirements, and address recordkeeping and transparency. The meeting will then close to review Financial Disclosure forms for 2025 election candidates. No public business will be conducted after the closed session.

• Review Financial Disclosure forms for 2025 election candidates (closed session)
• Discuss revisions to the Commission's Governance Document
• Request Town Council update on mandatory Ethics Code changes per State Ethics Commission
• Discuss matters of recordkeeping and maximum transparency
• Distribute Financial Disclosure forms for elected and certain appointed officials

Ethics Commission

The Town of Cheverly Ethics Commission will meet on April 7, 2024. The body intends to move into a closed session to discuss personnel matters and receive legal advice.

• Closed session to discuss appointment, employment, discipline, or performance of officials
• Closed session to consult with counsel for legal advice

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a budget meeting focused on reviewing the proposed FY26 Police Department budget. The proposed budget totals $3,639,920, an increase from $3,255,877 in FY25. The meeting includes a public comment period for residents.

• Police Department proposed FY26 budget $3,639,920
• New WMATA overtime line item $261,000
• New bilingual pay $12,480
• Salaries increase from $1,797,183 to $1,911,167
• Overtime restructured with separate categories for court, special events, and WMATA

Planning Board

The Cheverly Planning Board will meet jointly with a Green Infrastructure Coordination meeting to receive an update on the Hospital Hill Redevelopment Plan, including highlights and timeline of the Preliminary Plan of Subdivision. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the session appears informational.

• Update on Hospital Hill Redevelopment Plan with Preliminary Plan of Subdivision highlights and timeline
• Administrative items and scheduling of next meeting

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a work session to discuss several town updates and a variance request. The body is scheduled to take action on the installation of speed humps on Crest Avenue.

• Vote on installing speed humps at 2806 Crest Avenue and 2811/2818 Crest Avenue
• Grant request of $2,000 from Cheverly Community Market for a food benefits matching program
• Variance request for 5600 Newton Street
• Briefing on LED street lighting options
• Update from Keller Construction regarding the Eley Building

The council approved a motion to install two speed humps on the 28000 block of Crest Avenue and to modify the curb at Forest Road and Crest Avenue for accessibility. A motion to excuse Council Member Fry was approved unanimously. The agenda was amended to move the 5600 Newton Street variance item forward, also approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Excused Council Member Fry – approved unanimously
• Amended agenda to move 5600 Newton St variance forward – approved unanimously
• Authorized installation of two speed humps on 28000 block of Crest Ave and curb modification at Forest Rd & Crest Ave – approved unanimously
• Adjourned meeting – approved unanimously

Board of Elections

The Cheverly Board of Election Supervisors will meet via Zoom to approve previous meeting minutes, certify candidates for upcoming elections, hear resident input, discuss administrative matters, and plan for the 2025 election. No specific candidate names or financial details are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from previous meetings
• Certification of candidates
• Resident input period
• Administrative matters discussion
• 2025 election planning

The Board of Elections unanimously approved using only one drop‑off/mail‑in ballot box at the town hall for the May 5, 2025 election and will provide pre‑addressed, postage‑paid envelopes for mail‑in ballots. The board also unanimously tabled approval of the March 4, 2025 minutes and certified the listed mayoral and council candidates for the upcoming election. Additional planning meetings were scheduled for April 1 and April 15, 2025.

• Tabled approval of the March 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Certified mayoral and town‑council candidates for the May 5, 2025 election
• Approved use of a single drop‑off/mail‑in ballot box at town hall and postage‑paid envelopes for mail‑in ballots (unanimous)
• Scheduled BOE meeting on 4/1/25 to work on signage and gymnasium layout
• Scheduled next public meeting for 4/15/25 at 7 pm

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are holding a budget meeting to review the proposed FY26 budget, including revenue, general government, and administrative costs. The meeting includes a public comment period. No votes on the budget are listed; the agenda is a review session.

• Review of the proposed FY26 Mayor and Council Budget
• Revenue discussion
• General Government & Administrative budget review
• Resident input period for agenda items

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider a vote on the Homestead Tax Credit Ordinance 2025-02. The body will also discuss public safety cameras, the public safety camera program, and select flooring for the Boyd Park playground.

• Vote on Homestead Tax Credit Ordinance 2025-02
• Selection of flooring for Boyd Park playground
• Recommendation for a new town sign in the Fourth Ward
• Grant request for Mount Hope Commission
• Discussion on public safety camera program

The Cheverly Mayor and Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2025-02, updating the Homestead tax credit amount, and approved a $125,000 budget increase for Boyd Park flooring. They also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes and a grant request. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions on public safety cameras and election ballot boxes were deferred.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-02 updating Homestead tax credit (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 budget increase for Boyd Park flooring (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and Mount Hope Commission grant (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with removal of ballot box discussion (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review updates on development projects and hold elections for board leadership. The meeting includes a discussion regarding a property owner focus group for the Greater Cheverly Sector Plan.

• Update on 5801 Annapolis Road
• Update on Hospital Hill Redevelopment
• Arbor/Tuxedo Property Owner Focus Group meeting regarding the Greater Cheverly Sector Plan
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and New Members

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections Supervisors will meet via Zoom to handle administrative matters and plan for the 2025 elections. The meeting includes time for resident input and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• 2025 Election Planning

The Cheverly Board of Elections unanimously approved a $6,407.50 quote from Electec for Election Day voting services, including two electronic voting machines, printed ballots, and a technician. The board also discussed voter registration outreach, redistricting updates, and ballot box options, but no other formal decisions were made. Resident concerns about ballot accessibility and election information were raised but not resolved.

• Approved Electec quote of $6,407.50 for 2025 election services (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on adding ballot box at Cheverly Station Apartments pending location review
• Directed election clerk to research costs of pre-stamped return envelopes

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council of Cheverly are holding a special meeting solely to vote on entering a closed session. The closed session is authorized under Maryland law to discuss real property acquisition, personnel matters, and to receive legal advice. No public business or votes on ordinances are scheduled.

• Council will vote to enter closed session under § 3-305(b)(1), (3), (7), (8) of Maryland General Provisions Article
• Closed session topics include real property, legal advice, and personnel matters

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will receive presentations on several projects and updates, including a proposed 31-townhome development at 5801 Annapolis Road, a stream restoration update, and a design plan for 5701 Landover Road. Action items include a second reading of the Homestead Tax Credit Ordinance 2025-02 and a vote to adopt new policies on community organization, grants, and facilities usage.

• 5801 Annapolis Road – developer presents proposal for 31 townhomes
• Homestead Tax Credit Ordinance 2025-02 – second reading to update tax credit amount
• Stream restoration update from Clean Water Partnership on Cheverly East project (95% complete)
• PEPCO update regarding high bills
• 5701 Landover Rd – Anacostia Watershed Society presents design plan

The Mayor and Council unanimously adopted the Organization, Grant, Newsletter, Facilities Usage, and Advisory Committee Policies as written. They also discussed updates on the Homestead Tax Credit Ordinance (raising the credit from $50 to $150), WSSC water main replacements, and a proposed public safety camera program, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Adopted five policies (Organization, Grant, Newsletter, Facilities Usage, Advisory Committee) unanimously
• Approved motion to move Pepco up on agenda unanimously
• Approved motion to extend meeting to 11:30 pm unanimously
• Approved motion to extend meeting to 11:45 pm unanimously
• Approved motion to extend meeting to 12 am unanimously
• Approved motion to adjourn unanimously

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider a variance for a small house at 5600 Newton Street and vote on the Police Chief's employment agreement. The meeting also includes the introduction of ordinances regarding the Comcast Cable franchise and Homestead tax credits.

• Vote on variance to build a small house at 5600 Newton Street
• Vote on Police Chief employment agreement
• Introduction of Cable Franchise Ordinance 2025-02 for Comcast Cable
• Introduction of Homestead Tax Credit Ordinance 2025-01
• Update on Hospital Hill development from Home Team 5

The Mayor and Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2025-01, the Comcast Cable franchise agreement, after emergency introduction. They also unanimously approved the Town Administrator to sign Police Chief David Morris's employment contract and approved a cover contract with Corvius for a FEMA earmark. The Council deferred a decision on the 5600 Newton Street variance to a work session for more questions. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were reports and proclamations.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-01 Cable Franchise (unanimous)
• Approved employment agreement for Police Chief David Morris (unanimous)
• Approved Town Administrator to execute cover contract with Corvius (unanimous)
• Deferred 5600 Newton Street variance decision to work session
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are meeting to vote on entering a closed session. The closed session will cover personnel matters, real property, and legal advice.

• Vote to enter closed session for personnel matters
• Discussion of real property acquisition
• Consultation for legal advice and potential litigation

The Mayor & Council held a closed session to discuss personnel matters, real property acquisition, pending litigation, and legal advice. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and moved into closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session unanimously

Mayor & Council

At this worksession, the Mayor and Council will hear a financial update, discuss a veteran flag display recommendation, and receive a stop sign camera update. They will review policies governing community organizations (newsletter, grants, facilities usage) and advisory committees. A resolution to appoint election judges for the May 5th town election will be voted on. Council members will also report on resident feedback from Cheverly Station Apartments.

• Financial review by Town Accountant Diane Mock and Town Administrator
• Hometown Hero recommendation for veteran flag display on public poles
• Stop sign camera update from Interim Chief Morris
• Policy Working Group review of community organization benefits (newsletter, grants, facilities usage) and advisory board policy
• Resolution R-3-25 appointing election judges for May 5th town election

The Mayor and Council held a work session, approving Resolution R-3-25 to appoint election judges for the May 5 town election. They also received updates on a stop sign camera pilot program, a lawsuit against Bladensburg, and various development projects. No other formal votes were taken.

• Adopted Resolution R-3-25 appointing election judges (unanimous)
• Excused CM Garces from meeting (unanimous)
• Extended meeting by 5 minutes (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

This is a special meeting of the Cheverly Mayor and Council convened solely to vote to enter a closed session. The closed session is permitted under Maryland law to discuss the acquisition of real property for a public purpose, receive legal advice, and consult about pending or potential litigation. No open-session business or votes are scheduled; the council will not return to open session after the closed portion.

• Motion to close meeting under Maryland Code § 3-305(b)(3), (7), and (8) for real property acquisition, legal advice, and litigation
• Discussion of real property acquisition for a public purpose (no specific property named)

The Mayor and Council held a brief open meeting solely to vote unanimously to enter a closed session. The closed session covered personnel matters, real property acquisition, potential litigation, and legal advice. No substantive decisions were made in the open meeting.

• Motion to enter closed session approved unanimously (5-0)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will vote on Resolution R-1-25 reappointing election supervisors for 2025-2027. They will also consider restructuring a command staff position in the Police Department to create a Lieutenant role overseeing use-of-force training, and approve the purchase and upfitting of a new police vehicle. The Town Administrator will provide updates on the Revenue Authority, the Hospital Hill annexation, and the FY26 budget calendar.

• Resolution R-1-25: Reappoint Robin Kaye and Joseph Pruden as election supervisors for 2025-2027
• Restructure police command staff: create a Lieutenant position to oversee use-of-force training
• Approve purchase and upfitting of a new police vehicle
• Update on Hospital Hill annexation status
• Presentation of FY26 budget calendar

The Cheverly Mayor and Council approved a resolution to restructure a police command staff position into a Lieutenant role and authorized the purchase of new police vehicles. They also re-appointed election supervisors and clerks for upcoming terms. The council discussed the Hospital Hill annexation, noting litigation is imminent, and received updates on police and public works activities.

• Approved Resolution R-1-25 re-appointing election supervisors for 2025-2027 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2-25 appointing election clerks for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved restructuring of police command staff position to Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of new police vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from 12/12/24 and closed meetings (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Excused Mayor Munyeneh and CM Garces from meeting (unanimous)