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College Park public meetings in 2021

53 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 14, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park holds Mayor and Council inauguration and establishes justice commission

The Mayor and City Council are convening to swear in the 2021-2023 administration and appoint a Mayor Pro Tem. The body is also deciding on the establishment of a Restorative Justice Commission and approving the 2022 meeting schedule.

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Tue Dec 7, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park considers remote voting and new parking regulations

The Mayor and Council are holding a worksession and special session to discuss charter amendments for remote meeting participation and updates to vehicle parking rules. The body will also consider lobbying contracts and a variance request for a residential fence.

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Mon Nov 22, 2021

Ethics Commission

Ethics Commission to discuss ethics complaint in closed session

The Ethics Commission is meeting to conduct a closed executive session. The purpose of the session is to discuss an ethics complaint under Chapter 38 of the City Code.

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Tue Nov 16, 2021

Mayor & City Council

Council to discuss $15 million in needed repairs for Attick Towers

The Mayor and Council will discuss renovation needs for Attick Towers with the College Park Housing Authority and Delegate Mary Lehman. The body will also consider parking prohibitions at 4500 Beechwood Road and an ordinance regarding vehicle weight and load limits.

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Tue Nov 9, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park Council to consider ARPA fund budget amendment

The Mayor and Council are holding a public hearing on a budget amendment to move ARPA funding from the General Fund to a separate ARPA Allocation Fund. The body will also discuss County Council redistricting maps and remote attendance rules for city boards.

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Mon Nov 8, 2021

Restorative Justice Steering Committee

Steering Committee discusses creation of restorative justice commission

The Restorative Justice Steering Committee is meeting to debrief a presentation made to the council. The body will also discuss next steps regarding the creation of a commission.

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Tue Nov 2, 2021

Mayor & City Council

Council discusses establishing a Restorative Justice Commission

The Mayor and City Council are reviewing recommendations to create a Restorative Justice Commission to address historical harms caused to the Lakeland community. The body is also discussing parking on Cherokee Street, a 'No Mow Month' request, and participatory budgeting.

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Tue Oct 26, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park Council discusses budget amendments and city code changes

The City Council will review a budget amendment regarding ARPA funding transfers and proposed changes to the City Code and Charter to allow for continued remote participation in meetings. The agenda also includes a presentation from the State Highway Administration on various city projects.

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Mon Oct 25, 2021

Restorative Justice Steering Committee

Restorative Justice Steering Committee to review charge document

The committee is meeting to conduct a final review of the RJSC Charge Document and Presentation. The body will also discuss next steps.

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Tue Oct 19, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park discusses allocation of $21.97 million in ARPA funds

The Mayor and City Council are discussing options for spending $21.97 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to recover from COVID-19 impacts. Proposed uses include revenue recovery, financial aid for residents and businesses, and property acquisition for affordable housing and public facilities.

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Mon Oct 18, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City Council to discuss position on Prince George’s County redistricting plan

The Mayor and City Council are holding an emergency meeting to determine the city's official position on Prince George’s County Bill CB-115-2021. This bill proposes a new redistricting map that would place all of College Park in District 1.

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Tue Oct 12, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City considers taking ownership of Rhode Island Avenue

The Mayor and Council are holding a public hearing and voting on an ordinance to acquire Rhode Island Avenue from Paducah Road to Greenbelt Road via quit claim deed. The city is also reviewing several service contracts and a potential new building regulation system.

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Mon Oct 11, 2021

Restorative Justice Steering Committee

Restorative Justice Steering Committee to review charge to the council

The committee is meeting to conduct a final review of the charge to the council. The body will also address old business and determine next steps.

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Tue Oct 5, 2021

Mayor & City Council

Council reviews subdivision plan for new home at 50th Place and Kenesaw Street

The Mayor and City Council are holding a worksession to discuss a preliminary plan of subdivision for a property at 9501 50th Place. The body will also review a feasibility study for building code and permitting services and discuss M-NCPPC budget priorities.

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Tue Sep 28, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park considers expanding speed camera authorization

The Mayor and Council are holding a public hearing and voting on an ordinance to allow speed cameras in residential districts with speed limits of 35 mph. The body is also considering a contract extension for VeoRide and the acquisition of a portion of Rhode Island Avenue.

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Mon Sep 27, 2021

Restorative Justice Steering Committee

Restorative Justice Steering Committee to vote on council recommendations

The committee will conduct a final review and vote on recommendations to be sent to the council. The meeting also includes a review of a report regarding other municipalities.

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Tue Sep 21, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City Council to vote on City Manager appointment and discuss housing stability

The Mayor and City Council will hold a special session to approve the appointment and employment agreement of the City Manager. The body will also discuss strategies to stabilize neighborhoods trending toward rentals and review affordable housing policies.

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Tue Sep 21, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City Council to vote on City Manager appointment and employment agreement

The Mayor and City Council will hold a special session to approve the appointment and employment agreement of the City Manager. The body will also hold a stakeholder discussion regarding affordable housing and neighborhood stabilization policies.

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Thu Sep 16, 2021

Ethics Commission

Ethics Commission reviews candidate financial disclosures and appoints acting chair

The Commission will administer an oath of office to Rashida Tyler and approve the June 17, 2021, draft minutes. Members will review financial disclosure statements for candidates in the November 7, 2021, election and appoint an acting chair.

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Tue Sep 14, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City Council considers $297,262 refuse truck purchase and ARPA grants

The Mayor and City Council are meeting to vote on several funding requests, including equipment purchases and community grants. The body is also discussing a road transfer agreement and an ordinance regarding speed camera operations.

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Wed Sep 8, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City considers new three-year micro-mobility contract with VeoRide

The Mayor and City Council are discussing a proposed contract with VeoRide for e-bikes and scooters. Staff recommended terms include an operating fee of $50 per vehicle per year and $0.15 per ride paid to the City.

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Mon Aug 23, 2021

Restorative Justice Steering Committee

Committee to finalize composition and terms for Restorative Justice Commission

The Restorative Justice Steering Committee is meeting to discuss restorative processes used by other municipalities and finalize document updates. The body will also determine the size, composition, and terms of the Commission members.

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Tue Aug 10, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City holds public hearing on new tree canopy protection permit system

The Mayor and Council are holding a public hearing on an ordinance to establish a permit system for pruning or removing urban forest trees. The body is also considering zoning variances and updates to the city's Code of Ethics.

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Mon Aug 9, 2021

Restorative Justice Steering Committee

Committee to finalize Restorative Justice Commission membership and goals

The Restorative Justice Steering Committee is meeting to review the purpose, scope, and goals of the RJ Commission. The body also intends to finalize the size, composition, and terms for Commission members.

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Wed Aug 4, 2021

Mayor & City Council

Council considers support for multi-family project over hotel at Metro Station area

The Mayor and City Council are holding a worksession to discuss several administrative and development items. Key topics include a request to change the use of a development site and the timeline for decennial redistricting.

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Mon Jul 26, 2021

Restorative Justice Steering Committee

Committee discusses scope and membership for restorative justice commission

The committee will review tasks assigned during the July 12th meeting regarding purpose, scope, and goals. Members will also explore the composition, size, and term lengths for commission members.

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Tue Jul 20, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park Council to consider new tree canopy protection permit system

The Mayor and Council will discuss an ordinance to institute a permit system for pruning or removing urban forest trees, including replacement requirements and fines. The body is also reviewing a resolution regarding the Prince George’s County Climate Action Plan and several prohibited vehicle parking requests.

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Tue Jul 13, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park Council discusses car noise, literacy programs, and tree protection

The City Council will hold a worksession to discuss options for reducing vehicle noise and the Urban Tree Canopy Protection Ordinance. The meeting also includes presentations regarding the Literacy Lab program and conceptual designs for Duvall Field.

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Tue Jul 13, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park Mayor and Council to discuss ARPA funds and tree protection

The Mayor and City Council will hold a worksession to discuss various city initiatives and design options. The meeting includes discussions on noise reduction, tree canopy protection, and the use of ARPA funds.

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Mon Jul 12, 2021

Restorative Justice Steering Committee

Committee to draft goals and scope for Restorative Justice Commission

The Restorative Justice Steering Committee is meeting to define the purpose and goals of the Restorative Justice Commission. The body will also review a revised definition of restorative justice and introduce a new race and equity hire.

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Tue Jul 6, 2021

Mayor & City Council

Mayor and Council to vote on termination of City Manager Natasha Hampton

The Mayor and City Council are holding a special meeting to consider the termination of City Manager Natasha Hampton. The body is discussing whether to confirm and ratify her termination for cause effective June 1, 2021, following discrepancies in information provided by Ms. Hampton.

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Mon Jun 28, 2021

Restorative Justice Steering Committee

Restorative Justice Steering Committee to discuss definitions and structure

The committee will meet to define restorative justice and discuss the establishment of subcommittees. Members will also review a shared communication and information platform.

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Thu Jun 17, 2021

Ethics Commission

Ethics Commission to review financial disclosures and plan election training

The Ethics Commission is meeting to review financial disclosure, gift, and conflict of interest statements from elected officials, employees, and advisory board members. The body will also discuss its responsibilities regarding the November 7 City Election.

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Tue Jun 15, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City Council to consider $850,000 concrete and asphalt contract

The Mayor and Council will meet to discuss city business, including an economic development report and a strategic plan update. The body will vote on several consent agenda items involving zoning variances, grants, and infrastructure contracts.

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Tue Jun 8, 2021

Mayor & City Council

Council discusses program open space allocations and city jurisdiction

The City Council will discuss proposed projects for the FY '22 Program Open Space allocation and whether to accept jurisdiction of Wake Forest Path. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Lakeland S.T.A.R.S. program and discussions regarding the County's School Facilities Surcharge.

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Mon Jun 7, 2021

Restorative Justice Steering Committee

Restorative Justice Steering Committee to define goals and process

The committee is meeting to establish group norms and review its official charge from the City Council. Members will discuss the definition of restorative justice and the creation of subcommittees.

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Tue May 25, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park to discuss FY 2022 budgets and bulk trash fee waivers

The Mayor and Council are meeting to discuss the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, and Debt Service Fund budgets. The body is also considering ordinances regarding bulk trash fee waivers and prohibited vehicle notifications.

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Tue May 18, 2021

Mayor & City Council

Council to discuss city tax rate and budget changes

The Mayor and City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the city tax rate and budget implications of adopting the constant yield rate. The body will also consider a school facility surcharge waiver for a student housing project.

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Tue May 18, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City Council to discuss tax rates and Metro Green Line closures

The Mayor and City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the city tax rate and budget changes. The meeting includes a presentation from WMATA regarding the summer closure of Metro Green Line stations and a request for a school facility surcharge waiver for a student housing project.

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Tue May 11, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park holds public hearings on FY22 budget and property tax rates

The Mayor and Council are holding public hearings to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022 budgets and discuss a proposed real property tax rate of $0.325 per $100 of assessment. The body is also considering several contracts and ordinances related to city services and trash collection.

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Tue May 4, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park considers fleet vehicle leasing and bulk trash fee waivers

The Mayor and Council are discussing a transition from purchasing to leasing city fleet vehicles and amending the bulk trash ordinance to allow fee waivers for residents in hardship situations. The body is also reviewing notification requirements for vehicle ordinance exemptions and summer camp scholarship expansions.

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Tue May 4, 2021

Mayor & City Council

Council discusses fleet vehicle leasing and bulk trash fee waivers

The Mayor and City Council will hold a worksession to discuss city vehicle procurement and updates to trash and vehicle ordinances. The body will also consider expanding summer camp scholarships and the City Manager's contract.

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Tue Apr 27, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City of College Park introduces FY '22 Budget Ordinance

The Mayor and Council are meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 budget and potential permit-restricted parking in the Berwyn community. The body will also consider updates to tree and landscape maintenance codes and review a street lighting proposal from Pepco.

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Tue Apr 20, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City Council discusses $16 million in anticipated federal ARPA funding

The City of College Park is reviewing budget revisions to include expected American Rescue Plan Act funds. These funds are intended to recover revenue lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic and support various city projects.

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Tue Apr 13, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park Council discusses transit projects and tax credits

The City Council will meet to discuss the Baltimore-Washington Rapid Rail SC MAGLEV project and a revitalization tax credit for student housing. The agenda also includes several liquor license support letters and updates to city ordinances.

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Tue Apr 6, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park Council discusses bike lanes, liquor licenses, and trash pilot

The City Council will hold a worksession to review several municipal projects and agreements. Topics include a buffered bike lane project on Rhode Island Avenue, a liquor license agreement for Milk & Honey, and a report on the Bulk Trash pilot program.

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Tue Apr 6, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City Council discusses bike lanes and liquor license applications

The Mayor and City Council will hold a worksession to review several city projects and agreements. Topics include a buffered bike lane project on Rhode Island Avenue and a one-year report on the Bulk Trash pilot.

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Sat Mar 27, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City Council holds worksession for FY 2022 proposed budget

The Mayor and City Council are reviewing proposed budgets for the General Fund, Debt Service Fund, and Capital Projects Fund. The session includes departmental reviews and discussions on specific capital improvement projects.

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Tue Mar 23, 2021

Mayor & City Council

College Park to consider changes to election dates and voting procedures

The Mayor and Council are holding public hearings to amend the City Charter and election ordinances. These changes address general election dates, runoff flexibility, and absentee ballot filing deadlines. The body will also consider a contract for IT services and a student housing project.

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Tue Mar 16, 2021

Mayor & City Council

Price Modern submits furniture bid for City Hall and University of Maryland

The provided document is a bid proposal from Price Modern LLC in response to Request for Proposal CP-21-07. The proposal outlines furniture specifications and pricing for renovations at City Hall and the University of Maryland, College Park.

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Tue Mar 16, 2021

Mayor & City Council

City Council to consider $2.4M City Hall furniture contract

The Mayor and City Council will hold a worksession to discuss student housing projects and the Education Advisory Committee's workplan. The body will also hold a special session to award a furniture contract for City Hall.

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Mon Feb 8, 2021

Ethics Commission

Ethics Commission to review financial disclosures and update City Ethics Code

The Ethics Commission is meeting to review financial disclosure statements from city officials and staff. The body will also provide a recommendation to the Mayor and Council on updating the City Ethics Code to align with Maryland Law.

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Thu Jan 21, 2021

Ethics Commission

Ethics Commission to discuss changes to financial disclosure forms

The Ethics Commission will meet to discuss updates to financial disclosure forms for candidates and elected officials. The agenda also includes the oath of office for Frank Rose administered by Mayor Patrick Wojahn. A scheduled closed session was determined to be unnecessary and will not be held.

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