Fairmount Heights public meetings in 2024

Work Session Minutes

The Fairmount Heights Mayor and Council held a work session on December 10, 2024, approving minutes from September meetings and passing the Obvio Resolution. They heard a presentation on the 20743 Coalition MOU and discussed the drone ordinance, which was sent to the attorney for review. The council approved reallocating ARPA funds to public safety and tabled the residential parking permit program pending further planning. Public comments raised concerns about flyer distribution, a communication survey, and a street light outage.

• Approval of Obvio Resolution (motion carried 2-0, with two abstentions)
• Reallocation of ARPA funds to public safety (motion carried 3-1)
• Drone ordinance sent to attorney for review; mayor stated a licensed operator would be used
• Residential parking permit program tabled; code enforcement officer given until March to plan
• Public comments: discontinuation of flyers at year end, street light out on 61st Ave reported

Town Agendas

The Town Council will hold a work session to consider legislation regarding a drone ordinance and an Obvio resolution. The meeting includes a presentation on the 20743 Coalition/MOU and discussions on residential parking permits.

• Drone Ordinance
• Obvio Resolution
• 20743 Coalition/MOU presentation by Marcus Robinson
• Residential Parking Permit
• ARPA unfinished business

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council holds a pre-worksession to discuss legislation, unfinished business, and new business. Items include a drone ordinance, an Obvio resolution, updates on ARPA funds, tree lighting, and rental agreements. New business covers the 20743 Coalition MOU, Solomon House, residential parking permits, and trash cans. The council may enter closed session during the meeting.

• Drone Ordinance (legislation)
• Obvio Resolution (legislation)
• ARPA funds update (unfinished business)
• Residential Parking Permit (new business)
• Trash Cans (new business)

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will meet to conduct general business and hear reports from town departments. The agenda includes the swearing in of Councilmember Waiters and a presentation for the Green Team. The council will also discuss new business regarding a 4.4-acre development by ROI.

• ROI Development of 4.4 Acres
• Sustainable Maryland Award presentation to the Green Team
• Swearing in of Councilmember Waiters
• Unfinished business regarding ARPA and ARPA-Beautification-Trash Cans

Town Agendas

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no specific legislative items, contracts, or projects listed for decision or discussion.

Town Agendas

This is a virtual pre-work session of the Fairmount Heights Town Council. The agenda includes unfinished business: a grant from Congressman Ivey, PGCMA meeting, reallocation of ARPA funds, and planning for Thanksgiving and Tree Lighting. New business items include a food giveaway, OBVIO, notary services, and letters regarding a parking lot and vending machine. The meeting is procedural and includes discussions on these items.

• Reallocation of ARPA funds
• Congressman Ivey Grant
• Thanksgiving and Tree Lighting event
• Food Giveaway
• Letters for Parking Lot & Vending Machine

Staff Reports

The body is reviewing staff reports regarding the town's financial summary as of September 30, 2024. The reports detail actual revenues, expenditures, and the remaining balances on vehicle loans.

• Total revenue of $141,213.44 and total expense of $214,930.69
• Net income/loss of ($76,831.85)
• Ford Motor Credit dump truck loan with a balance due of $5,845.66
• KS State Bank trash truck loan with a balance due of $27,320.04
• Ford Motor Credit pickup truck loan with a balance due of $33,628.45

Staff Reports

The Town of Fairmount Heights Code Enforcement Officer presented a staff report covering code enforcement citations, building permits, rental licenses, stop work orders, and corrective notices. The report also included updates on the Net Zero Homes project, a water leak on 56th Ave. and K Street, and a reported robbery of a contractor. The council received the report for informational purposes.

• 6 civil citations totaling $4,750 issued for code violations
• Stop work orders at 5471 Addison Road (deck), 811 Eastern Ave, 5443 Addison Road, 5501 Jefferson Heights, 513 Eastern Ave, and 5902 H Street
• Net Zero Homes project update: street closure for repaving/milling planned, speed hump relocation needed due to driveway obstruction
• Contractor robbery at 701 58th Ave reported; water leak at 56th Ave. and K Street to be repaired by WSSC
• 46 corrective notices issued for various code violations

Staff Reports

Chief Moore Jr. provided a public safety report covering September 5 to October 8, 2024. The report details crime statistics, traffic enforcement actions, and requests for increased county police patrols between 12am and 8am.

• Homicide reported at 504 62nd Ave
• 20 total calls for service from September 5 to October 8, 2024
• 18 tickets issued for speeding, parking, and failing to stop at stop signs
• 6 vehicles impounded by FHPD
• Random safety checks conducted at Paul’s Liquor store, Ebony Inn, Hip Hop Chicken, 24/7 market, and FH library

Staff Reports

This is a monthly staff report from the Town Manager, not a formal meeting with votes. It provides updates on the Net Zero Housing project (completion moved to Nov 1), a historic church restoration request from Pastor Milton Holt, the K Street/Market Circle Alley Enhancement Project, and the submission of Sustainable Maryland certification. No binding decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Net Zero Housing/HIP: six homes nearing completion; earliest completion date moved to Nov 1, 2024
• Restoration assistance requested for historic New Abundant Life Missionary Baptist Church (built 1911) via Prince George's County Historic Preservation Commission
• K Street/Market Circle Alley Enhancement: paved, solar lights installed; awaiting two concrete planters
• Sustainable Maryland certification final submission completed Sept 30; town expects 400 points
• Pepco site visit Oct 7 to tour Net Zero site, Market Circle-K Street, and charging station; new rep Veronica McTier

Town Agendas

The Town Council will meet to discuss unfinished business and receive departmental reports. Key items include votes on a vacant council seat and a senior committee liaison.

• Vote on Vacant Council Seat
• Vote on Senior Committee Liaison
• Discussion on LED Sign
• Discussion on Aspen Street Alley
• Discussion on Sea Containers

Work Session Minutes

The Fairmount Heights Mayor and Council held a work session on October 8, 2024, discussing several items and taking consensus polls to move votes to a future Town Meeting. No minutes were approved, and the meeting included reports from council members and citizen comments on committee assignments.

• Consensus poll to move vote on selecting Patricia Waiters for vacant council seat to Town Meeting
• Consensus poll to move vote on purchasing a sea container to Town Meeting
• Consensus poll to move vote on clearing alleyways to Town Meeting
• Consensus poll to move vote on selection of digital signs to Town Meeting
• Discussion of communication survey using mailers with return labels

Town Agendas

The Town Council will hold a work session to address new and unfinished business. Discussions include a vacant council seat and a memorandum of understanding with the 20743 Coalition.

• Vacant Council Seat
• 20743 Coalition MOU
• Senior Committee Liaison
• Communication Survey

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council is meeting for a pre-work session. The agenda consists primarily of reports from the Police Department, Code Enforcement, Town Manager, and Treasurer, along with Mayor and Council reports. No specific legislation, contracts, or public hearings are listed for decision or discussion.

• Police Department report
• Code Enforcement report
• Town Manager report
• Treasurer report
• Mayor and Council reports

Staff Reports

This staff report from the Code Enforcement officer provides updates on citations, permits, and enforcement actions. The council is not taking votes; it is receiving information on code enforcement activity, a court case postponed to October 3, 2024, a wheelchair hazard complaint resolved by WSSC, and a renewed call for residential parking regulations.

• 16 civil citations totaling $16,000 issued; $7,750 collected in fines
• Stop work orders for 5902 H Street, 706 59th Ave., 811 Eastern Ave., 5443 Addison Road, and 5501 Jefferson Heights Dr.
• Court case for Mr. S. Hamilton at 5333 Sheriff Road postponed to Oct. 3, 2024, at 8:45 a.m. in Hyattsville courtroom 4
• Resident’s wheelchair fell into uncovered hole at Sheriff Road and Eastern Ave.; WSSC installed new cover on Sept. 4, 2024
• Call for residential parking due to complaints about out-of-state vehicles and a household with 7 vehicles

Staff Reports

Chief Moore presents the September police and safety report to the Mayor, Council, and residents. The report covers 38 total calls for service, a rise in car jackings, a break-in on 60th pl, and a sexual assault near the library. Traffic enforcement results include 13 tickets and 17 impounded vehicles.

• 38 total calls for service from August 1 to September 18, 2024
• Car jackings at all-time high; request for more county patrols from 12am to 8am
• Break-in on 60th pl at construction site on August 24; sexual assault behind Fairmount Heights Library on September 14
• 13 tickets issued for stop signs, speeding, parking; 17 vehicles impounded by FHPD
• National Night Out on August 6 at Fairmount Heights park called a big success

Staff Reports

The town manager provides a written report covering administrative, public works, and economic/community development updates for the period ending August 31, 2024. No decisions are on the agenda; the council is receiving these reports for discussion and information. Key topics include the net-zero housing project nearing completion, the Sustainable Maryland certification application under review, and a historic church seeking restoration assistance.

• Net Zero Housing Project: six homes by Warren Builders with siding installation underway; earliest completion September 2024
• Sustainable Maryland certification application submitted; under review for Silver Certificate (400 points) to unlock additional grants
• K Street/Market Circle Alley Enhancement Project: alley paved, solar lights installed; two concrete planters to be installed in September
• Historic church restoration request: New Abundant Life Missionary Baptist Church (built 1911) has foundation cracks; missed August 30 grant deadline, meeting planned with PG Park and Planning
• DOE project: some newly planted trees died during drought; replacement scheduled for September

Staff Reports

The body is reviewing staff reports detailing actual revenues and expenses compared to the budget. The documents include a financial summary as of June 30, 2024, and current vehicle loan balances.

• Total actual revenue of $1,092,447.04
• Total actual expense of $1,052,122.97
• KS State Bank trash truck loan balance of $32,651.43
• Ford Motor Credit dump truck loan balance of $8,085.66
• Ford Motor Credit pickup truck loan balance of $64,414.36

Town Meeting Minutes

The Town of Fairmount Heights will review reports from the police, code enforcement, and town manager. The meeting includes discussions on a church building renovation and a request regarding the Fairmount Heights elementary school historic site.

• New Abundant Life Missionary church building renovation and parking lot conversion
• UCAP request meeting for the FH elementary school historic site
• Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15-Oct 15)

Town Agendas

This regular town meeting includes reports from the police, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer. New business items include a proposal from Pastor Milton Holt for the New Abundant Life Missionary Church building renovation and parking lot conversion, a celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, and a UCAP request meeting for the Fairmount Heights elementary school historic site.

• New Abundant Life Missionary Church building renovation and parking lot conversion (Pastor Milton Holt)
• Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15–Oct 15)
• UCAP request meeting for FH elementary school historic site
• Police Department Report by Chief Moore
• Code Enforcement Report by Mr. Pinkney

Work Session Minutes

The Mayor and Council held a work session discussing several ongoing projects and administrative matters. Reports from police, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer were tabled on file. Key discussions included planning for the town’s 90th anniversary, a harvest festival, communication survey challenges, and a new meeting structure taking effect in October.

• Councilmember Wood-Dodson resigns; notice of vacant council seat to be prepared
• 90th anniversary planning: next meeting coordinated by Ms. Russell; venue information requested from Vice Chairwoman Barnhardt
• Harvest festival scheduled for October 26th, planned by Vice Chairwoman Barnhardt, Councilmember St. John, and Councilmember Oscar
• Communication survey efforts hindered by low participation; Mayor Stewart asked Ms. Russell to research mailing costs
• New meeting structure (parliamentary procedure) to begin in October

Work Session Minutes

The Fairmount Heights Town Council is holding a work session to discuss various reports and old and new business items. Key agenda items include a proposed building renovation and parking lot conversion for New Abundant Life Missionary church and a UCAP request meeting for the Fairmount Heights elementary school historic site.

• New Abundant Life Missionary church building renovation and parking lot conversion presented by Pastor Milton Holt
• UCAP request meeting for the FH elementary school historic site
• Harvest Festival planning (Vice Chairman Barnhardt)
• Meeting streaming discussion (Council Member St John)
• Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15-Oct 15)

The work session was largely procedural, with reports filed and several items tabled to the next town meeting. Mayor Stewart announced Councilmember Wood-Dodson's resignation and directed the clerk to prepare a community notice about the vacant seat. No formal votes were taken.

• Announced Councilmember Wood-Dodson's resignation and directed notice preparation
• Tabled New Abundant Life church renovation to town meeting
• Tabled UCAP meeting request for elementary school historic site
• Directed research on mailing costs for communication survey
• Confirmed iPad purchase for meeting streaming

Town Agendas

This is a regular work session of the Fairmount Heights Town Council. The agenda includes standard reports from the police chief, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer, as well as old business items like the 90th anniversary and a communications survey. New business topics include a renovation and parking lot conversion proposal from New Abundant Life Missionary Church and a UCAP meeting request regarding the Fairmount Heights Elementary School historic site.

• Police Department Report from Chief Moore
• New Abundant Life Missionary Church building renovation and parking lot conversion (Pastor Milton Holt)
• UCAP meeting request for the FH elementary school historic site
• Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15–Oct 15)
• Treasurer’s Report from Mrs. Walker

Staff Reports

The Town Manager's report covers administration, public works, economic development, and sustainability. The council is asked to approve a community garden on a 4.4-acre site, funded by a $9,500 Chesapeake Bay Trust grant, with 8-10 raised beds and two greenhouses. Other updates include the Net Zero Housing project nearing September completion, historic property grants up to $50,000 available, and a request to form a committee to revise the town logo. The town's Sustainable Maryland certification application is under review.

• Green Team proposes community garden on 4.4 acres, requests council approval for $9,500 Chesapeake Bay Trust grant
• Net Zero Housing project: six homes built by Warren Builders, completion expected September 2024
• Historic property grants up to $50,000 available from Prince George's County Planning Board, deadline August 2024
• K Street/Market Circle Alley Enhancement: alley paved, solar lights installed, 16 trees planted, awaiting planters and historic signs
• Sustainable Maryland certification application submitted; 400 points needed for Silver Certification

Staff Reports

The Fairmount Heights staff is presenting a financial summary for the period ending June 30, 2024. The report shows total revenue of $1,032,172.71 against expenses of $899,617.59, resulting in a net ordinary income of $132,555.12. Account balances total $1,107,908.11 across various funds. Outstanding vehicle loans include a dump truck, trash truck, and pickup truck with balances due through 2028.

• General revenue actual $713,559.96 vs budget $708,348.33
• Police department actual expenditure $16,485.00 vs budget $96,200.00
• Net ordinary income $132,555.12
• Account balance $1,107,908.11 as of June 30, 2024
• Vehicle loans: dump truck ($9,274.31 due), trash truck ($35,412.82 due), pickup truck ($65,321.78 due)

Town Meeting Minutes

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will hold its regular meeting on July 17, 2024. Agenda items include presentations from a special guest (Senator Benson) and a solar energy company, as well as planning for back-to-school and fall/winter events. Routine reports from police, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer will also be presented.

• Special guest: Senator Benson
• Presentation on City Renewable Solar by Michael Vulcan
• Back to school event planning
• 2024 fall and winter events planning
• Police Department report by Chief Moore

Staff Reports

The Code Enforcement officer provided a report on citations, permits, and inspections. A joint inspection on July 12, 2024, determined the Ebony Inn is not approved for occupancy due to code violations.

• Ebony Inn declared not approved for occupancy following July 12 inspection
• 4 civil citations totaling $3,500.00 issued
• 5 building permits totaling $931.67 issued
• 6 business licenses re-issued totaling $2,925.00
• Stop Work Order issued for 509 Eastern Ave. regarding fencing over 4 feet

Staff Reports

The Fairmount Heights Chief of Police presents the July police and safety report covering June 18 to July 17, 2024. It includes 48 total calls for service, a contact shooting at Ebony Inn, and an all-time high in carjackings. The report also notes traffic enforcement success and announces National Night Out on August 6.

• Carjackings at an all-time high; county police requested for overnight patrols 12am–8am
• Contact shooting at Ebony Inn on July 7, 2024 at 2:58am
• 48 total calls for service: 28 FHPD, 15 county police, 5 PG Sheriff
• 17 vehicles impounded and 18 tickets issued for stop sign, speeding, parking violations
• National Night Out on August 6, 2024, 5pm–8pm at Fairmount Heights Park

Town Agendas

The Town Council will receive reports from the police, code enforcement, and town manager. The meeting includes a presentation from City Renewable Solar and a visit from Senator Benson.

• Presentation by Michael Vulcan of City Renewable Solar
• Special guest appearance by Senator Benson
• Discussion of back to school event
• Planning for 2024 fall and winter events

Work Session Minutes

The Council will discuss upcoming seasonal events and recycling communications. The session also includes updates on basement bathroom repairs and a review of three bids, costs, and contracts.

• Back to school and fall/winter events
• Digital Display Board
• Status of basement bathroom repairs
• Review of three bids, costs, and contracts
• Discussion regarding ethics, MPIA, and MOMA Law

Town Agendas

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Staff Reports

This staff report details recent code enforcement actions, including 17 civil citations totaling $13,500.00. It also covers maintenance completed at local parks and ongoing resident concerns regarding alleyway vegetation and parking permits.

• Issued 17 civil citations totaling $13,500.00
• Stop work order issued for concrete work at 1000 58th Ave
• Cleaning of signage at Sheriff Road and Addison Road completed
• Solar light installation at the Addison Road and K Street walk path
• $1,000 citation issued to residents of 6106 K Street for property damage

Town Meeting Minutes

The town council will discuss resolutions for tree planting and a community garden. The meeting also includes reports from the police, code enforcement, and the town manager. Senator Benson is scheduled to attend as a special guest.

• Tree Planting Resolution
• Community Garden Resolution
• Communication Survey
• Police Department Report
• Code Enforcement Report

Staff Reports

Chief Moore Jr. presented a public safety report covering May 14 to June 18, 2024. The report notes an increase in carjackings and requests additional county police patrols during night hours. It also details recent traffic enforcement actions and community safety reminders.

• 30 total calls for service recorded between May 14 and June 18, 2024
• Request for increased County Police patrols from 12 a.m. to 7 a.m. due to carjackings
• 15 traffic tickets issued for speeding, parking, and stop sign violations
• 8 vehicles impounded by the Fairmount Heights Police Department
• Random safety checks conducted at local businesses including Paul’s Liquor store and Ebony Inn

Staff Reports

The Town Manager's report details progress on the Net Zero Housing project, including upcoming utility installations on 60th Place. The Green Team is requesting Council approval for a community garden supported by a $9,500 grant. The report also covers mosquito control funding and updates on public works projects.

• $1,800 suggested appropriation for mosquito control
• Utility installation at 715-725 60th Place from June 7 to June 10
• Proposed community garden and greenhouses by the Green Team
• Completion of the Veterans Memorial Monument
• K Street/Market Circle Alley Enhancement Project updates

Staff Reports

This staff report compares actual FY24 financial performance with the proposed FY25 budget. It details projected revenues, such as property taxes, and planned expenditures across town departments. The document tracks variances between approved budgets and actual spending for the previous year.

• Proposed FY25 property tax revenue of $605,814.30
• Proposed increase in Police Officer wages to $248,500.00
• Proposed Public Works wage expenditure of $239,200.00
• Total proposed FY25 revenue of $1,126,202.51

Town Agendas

The Town Council will review reports from the Police Department, Code Enforcement, and Town Manager. New business includes resolutions for tree planting and a community garden, as well as a communication survey. Senator Benson is scheduled to attend as a special guest.

• Tree Planting Resolution
• Community Garden Resolution
• Communication Survey
• Police Department Report
• Visit from Senator Benson

Work Session Minutes

The Fairmount Heights Council work session includes discussions on the Aspen Street-Hunt Place Alley Project and a green roof demonstration project. The agenda also features reports from the Police Department, Code Enforcement, Town Manager, and Treasurer. Other items include event policy and communication surveys.

• Aspen Street-Hunt Place Alley Project
• Standing water issue at 817 Eastern Ave
• Green Roof Demonstration Project
• Policy for Events
• Communication Survey

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will hold a work session to discuss several community projects and reports. Agenda items include the Aspen Street-Hunt Place Alley Project and a Green Roof Demonstration Project. The meeting also includes updates from the Police Department, Code Enforcement, and the Town Manager.

• Aspen Street-Hunt Place Alley Project
• Green Roof Demonstration Project
• Standing water issue at 817 Eastern Ave
• Policy for Events discussion
• Communication Survey

Town Meeting Minutes

The town council will consider several new business items, including a budget for the town's 90th anniversary celebration, a grant ordinance, and a letterhead ordinance. They will also receive reports from the police, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer.

• Budget for Town of Fairmount Heights 90th anniversary
• Grant ordinance
• Letterhead ordinance
• Purchase of TV and iPad
• ARPA spending plan

Staff Reports

The Town of Fairmount Heights staff report covers code enforcement, building permits, and public works updates. Officials met with the Prince George’s County Urban Tree Program about tree placement on the K Street Walk Path and with the CDC about installing lights and concrete planters there.

• 11 civil citations totaling $10,250 issued
• 3 building permits totaling $916.06 issued
• Stop work orders at 811 57th Place (deck without permit) and 705 62nd Ave. (driveway without permit)
• 25 corrective notices issued
• Met with county Urban Tree Program about K Street Walk Path trees

Staff Reports

The Fairmount Heights Police Department reported 36 calls for service from April 19 to May 14, 2024. Chief Moore noted that carjackings are at an all-time high and that the department has requested more county police patrols between midnight and 7 a.m. A traffic enforcement study has been completed, and 27 tickets were issued for stop sign violations, speeding, and illegal parking. Residents are urged to lock their vehicles and homes, and to report crimes by calling 911 or the non-emergency number at 301-352-1200.

• 27 tickets issued for stop sign, speeding, and parking violations
• 13 vehicles impounded by FHPD; 0 arrests by FHPD
• Carjackings at an all-time high; county police requested for overnight patrols
• Traffic enforcement study completed April 1, 2024
• Random checks at local businesses: Paul's Liquor, Ebony Inn, Hip Hop Chicken, 24/7 Market, and FH Library

Staff Reports

The Town Manager's report covers administrative updates, public works activities, and community development. Key items include pursuing Maryland Sustainable Certification (Silver goal), progress on Net Zero Housing, mosquito spraying with a $1,800 appropriation, and a discussion about a funeral home at 5443 Addison Road.

• Mosquito spraying from May 26 to Sept 30, 2024, with a $1,800 appropriation (0.61% increase from $1,100 in 2023)
• Net Zero Housing: six homes built, utilities installation underway, expected completion by end of May 2024
• Green Team seeks Council approval for a community garden on 4.4 acres; Chesapeake Bay Trust grants $9,500
• Discussion on funeral home at 5443 Addison Road; no hearings scheduled yet
• Town aims for Silver Maryland Sustainable Certification (400 points), with points from Net Zero Housing, micro-grid, tree planting, historic markers, and more

Staff Reports

The town council is reviewing financial summaries for the fiscal year through April 30, 2024, including revenues, expenditures, and program allocations. The report shows a net ordinary income of $90,501.97, with notable spending on public safety and community assistance programs. Vehicle loan balances for a dump truck, trash truck, and pickup truck are also detailed.

• General revenue: budget $708,348.33, actual $703,896.96
• Public Safety expenditure: budget $347,769.46, actual $271,939.94
• Program allocations: $297,000 budgeted for Public Safety, $163,526 expended
• Vehicle loans: Ford Motor Credit dump truck balance $11,528.24, KS State Bank trash truck balance $40,781.79
• Net ordinary income: $90,501.97

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will hold a regular meeting on May 15, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes police and code enforcement reports, old business such as the ARPA spending plan and an ethics board, and new business including a grant ordinance and a budget for the town's 90th anniversary.

• Discussion of ARPA Spending Plan
• Budget for Town of Fairmount Heights 90th anniversary
• Grant Ordinance
• Letterhead Ordinance
• Purchase of TV and IPad

Work Session Minutes

The Fairmount Heights Town Council is holding a work session to discuss and potentially decide on several administrative and community items. Key topics include the ARPA spending plan, a grant ordinance, a letterhead ordinance, and the budget for the town's 90th anniversary. The agenda also includes reports from the police chief, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer, along with old business items like a tree planting project and an ethics board matter.

• ARPA Spending Plan (MS)
• Grant Ordinance (MS)
• Letterhead Ordinance (MS)
• Budget for TOFH 90th anniversary (CM SJ)
• Purchase of TV and iPad (CM SJ)

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will hold a work session to receive reports from the police department, code enforcement, the town manager, and the treasurer. Old business includes a tree planting, an ethics board matter, community assistance, and the ARPA spending plan. New business covers purchasing a TV and iPad, the 90th anniversary budget, a holiday events calendar, community fundraising, and ordinances for parking spaces, grants, and letterhead.

• ARPA Spending Plan (old business)
• Budget for Town of Fairmount Heights 90th anniversary (new business)
• Grant Ordinance (new business)
• Letterhead Ordinance (new business)
• Parking Spaces Town Hall (new business)

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council is holding a special meeting on May 7, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. The agenda includes a single new business item: Constant Yield, which relates to setting the property tax rate. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Municipal Building and via Zoom.

• Constant Yield discussion
• Meeting at Municipal Building, 6100 Jost Street
• Zoom option available

Town Meeting Minutes

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from the police, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer, and discuss multiple old business items including a recess resolution, a new town logo, a security camera program, a Ring Corporation program, fox infestation and cage purchases, ARPA fund documentation, and additional code enforcement personnel.

• Discussion of the security camera program, funder, cost, and return/refund status
• Discussion of the status of the fox infestation, cage purchases, and pricing
• Discussion of the request and status for all supporting documents for the use of all ARPA funds
• Discussion of additional code enforcement personnel and use of ARPA funds
• Discussion of the status of the Prince George's art and humanities council fiscal year 21 public art grant to Fairmount Heights

Staff Reports

The town's September meeting includes a financial summary for the period ending March 31, 2024, showing revenues of $679,564.65 against a budget of $1.13 million, and expenditures of $859,564.08 against a budget of $1.44 million. Account balances total $1.58 million across various funds, and three vehicle loans are outstanding.

• General revenue actual: $679,014.65 vs. budget $708,348.33
• Police department revenue actual: $1,560.00 vs. budget $96,200.00
• Public Safety expenditures actual: $259,704.32 vs. budget $348,534.46
• ARPA funding balance: $222,005.57
• Vehicle loans outstanding: dump truck ($12,645.76 due), trash truck ($43,458.44 due), pickup truck ($37,574.12 due)

Staff Reports

The Town of Fairmount Heights staff report covers code enforcement, building permits, and public works activities for the period. Notable items include four civil citations totaling $4,000, two stop work orders at 1106 60th Ave. and 1029 58th Ave., and a rescheduled Board of Zoning Appeals hearing for appeal V-89-23. The report also notes that the vacant lot registration ordinance is under review after resident complaints about the $250 semi-annual fee.

• 4 civil citations totaling $4,000 issued
• Stop work orders at 1106 60th Ave. (shed without permit) and 1029 58th Ave. (pergola without permit)
• Appeal V-89-23 rescheduled to May 22, 2024
• 26 letters sent to vacant lot owners about registration; residents question $250 semi-annual fee
• Net Zero Homes on 60th Place set in place

Town Agendas

The Town Council will discuss several ongoing items including a security camera program and fox infestation management. Members will also review the status of ARPA fund documentation and potential use of those funds for code enforcement.

• Discussion of Security camera Program, Funder, Cost, and Return/Refund status
• Discussion regarding Fox Infestation, cage purchases, pricing, and rental possibilities
• Discussion of Prince Georges art and humanities council fiscal year 21 public art Grant
• Discussion of the wrapping of all police cars for the Town of Fairmount Heights
• Discussion of ARPA funds for Code Enforcement personnel and training

Staff Reports

The Chief of Public Safety reported 29 calls for service and the impounding of 13 vehicles. The report notes an increase in carjackings and vehicle tag thefts, prompting a request for more night patrols from county police.

• 29 calls for service by FHPD
• 13 vehicles impounded by FHPD
• 3 arrests made by FHPD
• 23 traffic tickets issued
• Completion of a police department traffic study on April 1, 2024

Staff Reports

The Town Manager's report covers administrative updates, public works activities, and community development projects. It includes progress on a seven-unit Net Zero Housing project, a request for $100,000 to upgrade alleys, and a $9,500 grant for a community garden. The report also notes the town's 90th anniversary in 2025 and requests a planning committee.

• Net Zero Housing Project: seven housing units, with modular units arriving through April 14, 2024
• Request for $100,000 to upgrade remaining 13 alleys
• Chesapeake Bay Trust grant of $9,500 for community garden on 4.4-acre site
• No hearings scheduled for funeral home at 5443 Addison Road
• No dumping signs with $1,000 fines ordered for alleys

Work Session Minutes

The Town Council is meeting to discuss several ongoing municipal matters. Topics include the status of a security camera program, fox infestation management, and the use of ARPA funds for code enforcement.

• Security camera Program discussion regarding funding and cost
• Fox infestation management including cage purchases and pricing
• Status of Prince Georges art and humanities council fiscal year 21 public art Grant
• Status of police car wrapping for the Town of Fairmount Heights
• Use of ARPA funds for code enforcement personnel and training

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will hold a work session to receive reports from the police chief, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer, and to discuss old and new business. Key topics include the adoption of a new town logo, a security camera program, a fox infestation response, and the use of ARPA funds for code enforcement. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Adoption of new town logo
• Discussion of security camera program, funder, cost, and refund status
• Discussion of fox infestation, cage purchases, and pricing
• Discussion of ARPA funds documentation and use for code enforcement personnel
• 2nd Annual Community Bicycle Safety Rodeo & Parade

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will convene a special meeting to vote on entering a closed session under the Maryland Open Meetings Act to discuss personnel matters. Following the closed session, the council will hold a budget meeting.

• Vote on motion to enter closed session for personnel matters (appointment, employment, discipline, compensation, etc.)
• Budget meeting discussion

Town Meeting Minutes

The Fairmount Heights Town Council is holding its regular meeting to hear reports from the police chief, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer, and to discuss old and new business items. The agenda includes future virtual work sessions, an ethics committee, and a presentation from the Citizen Association. This is a standard business meeting with no major decisions listed.

• Police Department Report by Chief Moore
• Code Enforcement Report by Mr. Pinkney
• Town Manager's Report by Mrs. Sarumi
• Treasurer's Report by Mrs. Walker
• New Business: Citizen Association program presentation

Staff Reports

The Town of Fairmount Heights staff reports present the FY24 budget as of February 29, 2024, showing total revenue of $1,129,789.22 and total expenses of $1,087,769.41, resulting in a net ordinary income of $42,019.81. However, actual revenue through February is $851,966.08 against actual expenses of $729,446.23, yielding a net ordinary income of $122,519.85. Several departments show variances, including police overtime and vehicle purchases exceeding budget, and public works contractor and fuel costs over budget.

• Police Department wages budgeted at $237,640 with actual spending of $134,810.81
• Police overtime budgeted at $3,000 but actual spending is $10,039.34
• Public Works contractor budgeted at $2,500 but actual spending is $8,792.50
• Public Works fuel budgeted at $5,000 with actual spending of $3,246.70
• Bond Award of $100,000 budgeted as both revenue and expense with no actual activity

Staff Reports

The town council reviews a financial summary as of February 29, 2024, showing general revenue of $708,348 budgeted versus $671,416 actual, and total expenditures of $1,437,069 budgeted versus $749,916 actual. Account balances total $1,584,753 across operating, payroll, and other funds. Vehicle loan balances are reported for three vehicles with payoff dates through 2028.

• General revenue actual $671,416.65 vs budget $708,348.22
• Police department revenue actual $1,560.00 vs budget $96,200.00
• Total expenditures actual $749,916.47 vs budget $1,437,068.87
• Operating account balance $1,024,897.00
• Vehicle loans: dump truck $13,757 due 2025, trash truck $46,130 due 2025, pickup $38,216 due 2028

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will hear reports from the Police Department, Code Enforcement, Town Manager, and Treasurer. Old business includes future virtual work sessions and an ethics committee update. New business features a program presentation from the Citizen Association.

• Police Department Report by Chief Moore
• Code Enforcement Report by Mr. Pinkney
• Town Manager's Report by Mrs. Sarumi
• Treasurer's Report by Mrs. Walker
• Program presentation by Citizen Association

Staff Reports

The Town of Fairmount Heights staff report for March 2024 details code enforcement activities, building permits, and public works updates. It also discusses upcoming construction on 60th Place, including modular home delivery and a variance hearing for a property on Addison Road.

• Issued 2 civil citations totaling $500.00
• Issued 2 building permits totaling $561.67
• Road repaved at Sheriff Road and Balsamtree Dr.; storm drain repair pending
• Six Net Zero homes on 60th Place: foundation complete, water/sewer work to start
• Virtual variance hearing on March 27, 2024 for Julio Cesar Ruiz Ortega of 5450 Addison Road

Staff Reports

Chief Moore Jr. reports March public safety activity: 15 calls for service, 15 tickets, and 7 vehicles impounded. Carjackings are at an all-time high, prompting a request for county police patrols overnight (12am-7am). The report also notes a successful traffic study and community safety reminders.

• 15 calls for service in March 2024
• 15 tickets issued for stop sign, one-way, and parking violations
• 7 vehicles impounded
• Requested county police patrols 12am-7am due to carjackings
• Non-emergency crime reporting line: 301-352-1200

Staff Reports

The Town Manager presented a monthly report covering administrative updates, public works progress, and community development initiatives. Key items include the submission of a $100,000 capital grant application for the Town Hall Renovation and the completion of sidewalk and street repair projects that began in December. The report also details the ongoing construction of seven Net Zero Housing units and the status of tree planting efforts with Prince George’s County.

• $100,000 capital grant application submitted for Town Hall Renovation
• Sidewalk and street repair projects started December 5 are complete
• Foundation construction continues for six Net Zero Housing units on 60th Place
• Green Team seeks approval to use part of 4.4 acres for a community garden with up to $9,500 grant
• Goal to plant 200 trees at the Ravine, Market Circle, and Town Hall

Town Agendas

The agenda for the March 12, 2024 Fairmount Heights Town Work Session could not be retrieved. The website returned a file-not-found error for the linked PDF. No items for discussion or decision are available.

Town Meeting Minutes

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will consider old business including a fox issue, a town hall rental system, and the 2024 calendar. New business includes swearing in Councilmember Downing and the Ethics Board, a State of the Town address, a Black History presentation, a BHM Brown Bag Lunch, and a discussion of rank-choice voting. Reports from police, code enforcement, the town manager, and the treasurer are also on the agenda.

• Swearing in of Councilmember Downing and Ethics Board Committee
• State of the Town address by Mayor Stewart
• Discussion of rank-choice voting
• Foxes within the town (old business)
• Town Hall rental system (old business)

Staff Reports

This is a routine staff report covering code enforcement, permits, licenses, and public works for the period January 17 to February 21, 2024. It includes one civil citation, three rental licenses, and a vacant building fee, plus work orders for road and stormwater repairs. No major policy decisions are on the agenda.

• 1 civil citation totaling $1,000.00
• 3 rental licenses totaling $300.00
• 1 vacant building registration fee totaling $100.00
• Work order with WSSC to repair roadway at Balsamtree Dr. and Sheriff Road
• Repair ticket for stormwater drain at Balsamtree Dr. and Sheriff Road (#24-408850)

Staff Reports

The Public Safety Chief reported 22 calls for service in February 2024, noting that car jackings are at an all-time high. The department has requested increased county police patrols between 12am and 7am. The report also details 18 traffic tickets issued, 13 vehicles impounded, and two attempted armed robberies.

• 22 calls for service recorded in the town for February 2024
• Request for additional county police patrols between 12am and 7am
• 18 tickets issued for traffic violations including failing to stop and illegal parking
• 13 vehicles impounded for illegal parking
• Two attempted armed robberies reported at J St, the Junkyard, and the 24/7 market

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will receive reports from the Police Department, Code Enforcement, Town Manager, and Treasurer. Old business includes discussion of foxes within the town, a town hall rental system, and the 2024 calendar. New business includes swearing in a councilmember, a State of the Town address, a Black History presentation, a BHM Brown Bag Lunch, and ranked-choice voting.

• Police Department Report by Chief Moore
• Code Enforcement Report by Mr. Pinkney
• Town Manager's Report by Mrs. Sarumi
• Treasurer's Report by Mrs. Walker
• Swearing in of Councilmember Downing

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council holds a work session to receive reports from the police chief, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer. Old business includes removing former Mayor Martin from town bank accounts and discussing a town hall rental system. New business covers a Black History presentation, the 2024 calendar, foxes in town, and a BHM Brown Bag Lunch.

• Removal of Mayor Martin from town bank accounts
• Town Hall Rental System discussion
• Police Department Report by Chief Moore
• Code Enforcement Report by Mr. Pinkney
• Black History presentation by Citizen Association

Work Session Minutes

This is a routine work session with standard reports from the police department, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer. Old business includes a town hall rental system, the 2024 calendar, foxes in town, and a Black History Month brown bag lunch. New business features a Black History presentation and discussion of ranked-choice voting.

• Police Department Report by Chief Moore
• Code Enforcement Report by Mr. Pinkney
• Town Hall Rental System discussion
• Black History presentation by Citizen Association
• Rank Choice Voting discussion

Town Meeting Minutes

The Fairmount Heights Town Council is meeting to receive reports from the police, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer, and to discuss several old business items including an ethics committee and council seat, an OMCB opinion, purchase of a C container, appointment of a clerk to the council, and a tree planting resolution.

• Ethics Committee and Council Seat discussion
• OMCB Opinion consideration
• Purchase of C container
• Appointment of Clerk to the council
• Tree Planting resolution with Carol Barth and DoE

Staff Reports

The Town Manager's report covers the expiration of a salt supply agreement with MDOT, progress on a seven-unit net-zero housing project on 60th Place, and a planned tree planting agreement. It also notes completion of sidewalk and street repairs, and updates on a K-Street Market Circle Project with solar lighting and historic markers.

• Three-Year Salt Utility Agreement with MDOT has expired
• Net Zero Housing Project: foundation work for 6 units on 60th Place continues through February; bad soil required additional fill
• Resolution to enter into a tree planting agreement on town property (on agenda for January 9, 2024)
• K-Street Market Circle Project: $10,000 received from Pepco and Sustainable Maryland for solar lighting and two historic markers
• Two historic houses sold: Samuel Hargrove House (5907 K Street) for $240,000; Towles-Brooks House (708 59th Avenue) for $225,000

Staff Reports

The agenda consists of a financial summary for the Town of Fairmount Heights as of December 31, 2023. It details revenues of $1,129,789.22 and expenditures of $567,539.57 across various departments, along with account balances totaling $1,506,531.65 and outstanding vehicle loan balances. No decisions or proposals are listed; this is a report-only item.

• Total revenue of $1,129,789.22 through 12/31/23
• Total expenditure of $567,539.57 through 12/31/23
• Operating account balance of $982,024.61
• Vehicle loan balances: Dump truck $15,960.95 due 2/6/2025, Trash truck $51,457.17 due 7/10/2025, Pickup truck $39,486.32 due 4/5/2028
• ARPA funding balance of $233,836.48

Staff Reports

The Town of Fairmount Heights staff reports on enforcement and public works activities from December 20, 2023, through January 17, 2024. Code Enforcement issued five civil citations totaling $4,250.00, five building permits totaling $1,716.48, and six business licenses totaling $3,345.00. Public Works reported that a District Court judge reduced fines for Mr. Soloman Hamilton of 5333 Sheriff Road to $5.00 each, with a six-month compliance deadline ending June 3, 2024. The department also noted plans to place large boulders from Brandywine Gravel Co. at specific intersections to prevent vehicle damage to walk paths.

• Code Enforcement issued 5 civil citations totaling $4,250.00
• One Stop Work Order issued for 708 59th Ave. due to missing building permit
• District Court reduced fines for Mr. Soloman Hamilton (5333 Sheriff Road) to $5.00 per case with compliance deadline of June 3, 2024
• Public Works plans to place boulders from Brandywine Gravel Co. at 5450 Addison Road and K Street, and 60th Ave and K Street
• Five building permits issued totaling $1,716.48

Town Agendas

The Fairmount Heights Town Council will hold a regular meeting on January 17, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes reports from the police, code enforcement, town manager, and treasurer. Old business items include an ethics committee and council seat discussion, an OMCB opinion, purchase of a C container, appointment of a clerk to the council, and a tree planting resolution with Carol Barth and the Department of the Environment. New business includes reports from the mayor and councilmembers, followed by citizen participation.

Town Agendas

The Town Council will conduct a work session covering departmental reports and various town business. Discussion topics include tree planting, council vacancies, and community events.

• Tree Planting resolution with Carol Barth and DoE
• Fairmount Heights Town Newsletter
• Vacant Council Seat and Ethics Board Selections
• 2024 Community Events
• Fairmount Heights Town Committees