Hyattsville, Maryland
Upcoming
Board of Supervisors of Election
Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee
The Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will meet virtually to discuss final recommendations on a communications strategy for immigration resources, an update on committee membership, and a discussion on Flock camera systems. The meeting includes public comments and a police department update from Chief Towers. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.
- Share final recommendations on communications strategy for immigration resources
- Update on committee membership
- Discussion on Flock camera systems
- Police Department Update from Chief Towers
- Public comments allowed
City Council
City Council
Ethics Commission
Hyattsville Environment Committee
Board of Supervisors of Election
Educational Facilities Task Force
Education Advisory Committee
Planning Committee
Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee
Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee
Race and Equity Task Force
Recent meetings
Age Friendly Work Group
The Age-Friendly Work Group will discuss updates on aging and wellness programming for summer 2026, including a BBQ, oral history project, and walks. Key updates include receipt of a FY27 NORC grant from the Maryland Department of Aging and a permanent coordinator position. The group also received a site visit for the Enhanced Mobility Program.
- Receipt of FY27 NORC Grant from Maryland Department of Aging
- Enhanced Mobility Program site visit on June 22
- Permanent Aging and Wellness Services Coordinator position (full-time)
- Summer BBQ at Driskell Park on June 30
- Intergenerational trip to Planet Word in Washington D.C. on July 16
Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Hyattsville Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee will consider amending and approving the minutes from its May 22 meeting. It will also discuss upcoming Speaker Series events, including a nutrition program with a new date, a Bike Rodeo, a presentation on microplastics, and a Neighborhood Beautification/Environment Day. The agenda provides for brief public comment and any new business before adjourning.
- Amend/Approve minutes from May 22 meeting
- Speaker Series – Nutrition program (new date)
- Speaker Series – Bike Rodeo
- Speaker Series – Microplastics presentation
- Speaker Series – Neighborhood Beautification/Environment Day
Race and Equity Task Force
The Race and Equity Task Force will discuss the Automated Enforcement Program, focusing on equity implications, and receive updates from the City Council and the Equity Officer. The meeting also includes approval of past minutes and planning for a documentary screening event.
- Approval of February and May meeting minutes
- Automated Enforcement Program discussion with Lt. Edwin Ramierez
- City Council meeting updates from Chair Clemonts
- Equity Officer update from Liaison Louimarre
- Documentary screening event discussion
Education Advisory Committee
The committee will conduct a roll call and elect a Record Keeper. Updates are scheduled regarding the 2026 backpack drive, college/trade fair, principals luncheon, and immersion cuts.
- Election of Record Keeper
- 2026 backpack drive update
- 2026 College/Trade fair update
- Principals Luncheon update
- Immersion cuts update
Educational Facilities Task Force
Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee
The Police and Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will discuss and share final recommendations on a communications strategy for immigration resources. The meeting also includes an update on committee membership and a discussion of upcoming topics, along with a department update from Chief Towers.
- Share final recommendations on communications strategy for immigration resources
- Update on committee membership
- Discussion on upcoming PPSAC topics
- Hyattsville Police Department update from Chief Jarod Towers
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will discuss a revised PILOT request for Sanctuary at Hyattsville Crossing, a two-phase affordable housing project totaling 120 units on church land near the Hyattsville Crossing Metro station. The developer proposes a 40-year PILOT at $187 per unit per year, generating $14,362 in new city tax revenue in year one. The committee will also approve minutes from March 17, 2026, and receive updates on several development projects.
- Revised PILOT request for Sanctuary at Hyattsville Crossing: 77-unit phase 1 (senior and family) and 43-unit phase 2, with a proposed $187/unit/year payment for 40 years
- Projected new city tax revenue of $14,362 in year one, increasing annually; church property currently pays $0
- Previously approved PILOT in April 2025 but scope changed; developer now requests new PILOT for updated two-phase plan
- Approval of minutes from March 17, 2026 Planning Committee meeting
- Development updates on Canvas Garage, 5504 Baltimore Ave (Federalist Pig), 5516 Baltimore Ave, The Crossing at Gateway, and Mt Hermon Masonic Lodge
Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee
The Hyattsville Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will discuss and share final recommendations on a communications strategy for immigration resources. The committee will also receive updates on membership and discuss future topics, along with a department update from the Chief of Police.
- Final recommendations on communications strategy for immigration resources
- Update on committee membership
- Discussion on upcoming PPSAC topics
- Police Department update from Chief Jarod Towers
Hyattsville Environment Committee
The Hyattsville Environment Committee will meet virtually to discuss waste reduction options for the Department of Public Works, report back on outreach to Spanish-speaking communities from a Sustainable Maryland panel, and brainstorm ways to increase resident participation in environmental programs. The agenda also includes tabling at Summer Jam and routine items like approving May minutes.
- Follow-up on waste reduction options for DPW/City consideration
- Report-back on outreach to Spanish-Speaking/Hispanic communities from Sustainable Maryland panel
- Discussion on increasing resident participation in Hyattsville's environmental programs
- Tabling at Summer Jam event – materials needed
Ethics Commission
The Hyattsville Ethics Commission holds a virtual meeting to review financial disclosures and approve minutes. No specific proposals or decisions are detailed in the agenda.
- Financial Disclosure Review
- Approval of Minutes
- New Business
City Council
The City Council will hold a second reading and vote to adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 budget (Ordinance 2026-01). They also introduce a resolution to issue up to $12.5 million in refunding bonds for the University Town Center Special Taxing District, which could lower special taxes for property owners. Other action items include authorizing a letter to the Prince George's County Board of Education supporting language immersion programs and approving routine consent items.
- Adoption of FY27 budget (Ordinance 2026-01, second reading)
- First reading of resolution to issue up to $12.5M in refunding bonds for University Town Center Special Taxing District
- Letter to Prince George's County Board of Education supporting language immersion programs, including Cesar Chavez Dual Spanish Immersion Program
- Acceptance of $23,806.92 FY25 BJA Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant for police body armor
- Memorandum of Understanding with Mount Rainier for street sweeping services at $850 per day
Shade Tree Board
The Shade Tree Board will review approved permits, denials, and illegal removals. The meeting includes discussions on a Tree Report Card Checklist and a potential merger with the Environmental Committee.
- Review of approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
- Finalization of Tree Report Card Checklist
- Discussion of potential Shade Tree Board/Environmental Committee merger
- Introduction of Defensores de la Cuenca (DDLC)
Board of Supervisors of Election
The Hyattsville Board of Supervisors of Elections is meeting to approve minutes, receive a clerk update on a charter/code vacancy, and hear a research update on ranked-choice voting (RCV). The agenda is largely procedural with no binding decisions scheduled.
- Clerk update on charter/code vacancy
- Research update on ranked-choice voting (RCV)
Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from April and receive updates on upcoming events including a nutrition program, bike rodeo, microplastics discussion, and neighborhood beautification day. The agenda is routine with no major decisions or financial items.
- Amend/approve minutes from April 23 meeting
- Speaker series events: nutrition program (new date), bike rodeo, microplastics, neighborhood beautification/environment day
- Public comment period (2 minutes per speaker)
Race and Equity Task Force
This is a procedural meeting of the Hyattsville Race and Equity Task Force. Items include approving prior minutes, discussing recent City Council updates, planning participation in summer events, and an update from the Equity Officer. No binding decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Discussion of RETF participation in summer events
- Update from Equity Officer Liaison Louimarre
- Discussion of recent Council meeting updates
- Public comment period at start of meeting
City Council
The Hyattsville City Council will hold a regular meeting, including a presentation on the Formula 2040 parks master plan (no decision) and a proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Under consent items, the council will vote on authorizing a $1,000,000 stormwater infrastructure repair contract with NZI Construction and a second agreement with WMATA for HPD overtime. Additionally, appointments to the Common Ownership Community Advisory Committee and several discretionary fund disbursements for community events and 988 signage are on the agenda.
- Award of stormwater infrastructure repair contract to NZI Construction, not-to-exceed $1,000,000
- Second agreement between WMATA and HPD for police overtime
- Appointment of 7 residents and 2 council liaisons to the Common Ownership Community Advisory Committee
- Disbursement of $200 mayor discretionary funds and multiple ward funds (total ~$4,650) for 988 signage, Pride event, bike helmets, World Cup events, and community gatherings
- Presentation of Formula 2040: Function Master Plan for Parks, Recreation and Open Space (M-NCPPC)
Educational Facilities Task Force
This meeting of the Educational Facilities Task Force will receive updates on the construction of Hyattsville Elementary School and its swing space. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 19, 2026 meeting. Public comment is allowed throughout the meeting.
- Approval of minutes from 03/19/2026
- Hyattsville Elementary School construction update
- Hyattsville Elementary School swing space update
City Council
The Hyattsville City Council will discuss a proposed amendment to the FY27 budget increasing the cost of living adjustment for city employees from 2% to 2.5%. A presentation on traffic calming efforts is scheduled. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss an employee's performance evaluation and compensation. Public comment is available at the start of the meeting.
- Presentation on Traffic Calming efforts by the Department of Public Works
- Discussion of FY27 Budget Amendment to increase COLA from 2% to 2.5% for city employees
- Motion to close meeting for performance evaluation and compensation of an employee under Maryland law
- Public comment period with 2-minute limit per speaker
Planning Committee
Education Advisory Committee
The Hyattsville Education Advisory Committee will approve the meeting agenda and April 16 minutes, then receive updates on the 2026 backpack drive, college/trade fair, and principals luncheon. The committee will discuss possible cuts to an immersion program and consider a partnership with the Youth Advisory Committee. The meeting ends with public comment and plans for a virtual meeting on June 15.
- Approval of meeting agenda
- Approval of April 16, 2026 meeting minutes
- Updates on 2026 backpack drive
- Discussion of potential immersion program cuts
- Consideration of Youth Advisory Committee partnership
Youth Advisory Council
The Youth Advisory Council will hold its last meeting of the 2025-26 cohort, reviewing previous minutes and discussing updates. Key topics include a planned meeting with the CBED team on the city's Public Art Plan, a tutorial video initiative, and proposed mental health/988 signage in Hyattsville common areas. The council will also take public comment.
- Review of minutes from April 9 meeting
- Staff update on meeting with CBED team regarding Public Art Plan (May 19)
- Discussion of YAC tutorial videos initiative
- Proposal for mental health/988 signage in Hyattsville common areas
- Public comment period (5 minutes)
Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee
The Police and Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will meet virtually on May 13, 2026. They are set to finalize recommendations on a communications strategy for immigration resources. The agenda also includes a discussion and Q&A with Chief of Police Jarod Towers on how retirement benefits cuts may affect officer retention. Public comments will be taken, and the meeting will close with a department update.
- Finalize recommendations on communications strategy for immigration resources
- Discussion and Q&A with Chief Towers on retirement benefits cuts impact on force retention
- Department update from Chief Towers
- Public comments (2 minutes per person)
Hyattsville Environment Committee
The Hyattsville Environment Committee will meet virtually to consider waste reduction options for the Department of Public Works and City Council. They will also discuss staffing a table at the DPW Open House on May 16th and address recent committee departures and recruitment. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom with a registration link provided.
- Waste reduction options for DPW/City consideration (30-min discussion)
- DPW Open House May 16th – HEC tabling logistics and materials
- Committee member departures: Janet and Bradley resigned; recruitment ideas
- Approval of April minutes
- Public comment period (3 minutes per person)
Ethics Commission
The Hyattsville Ethics Commission will meet virtually to review financial disclosure filings and handle routine business, including approving previous meeting minutes and discussing any new business. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific actions detailed.
- Financial Disclosure Review
- Approval of Minutes from previous meeting
- New Business (unspecified)
City Council
The City Council will hear an ATHA presentation, adopt proclamations for Asian American, Jewish American, Mental Health, Public Works, and Police Weeks, and consider consent items including discretionary fund disbursements, a police MOU for the Purple Line, and contract change orders. An action item proposes $65,000 in the FY27 budget for a full-time caseworker. The council will also reappoint Susan Zahran to the Code Compliance Advisory Committee.
- Action item: $65,000 for a full-time community services caseworker in FY27 budget
- MOU with MD Transit Police, New Carrollton PD, Riverdale Park PD for Purple Line police
- Change order: $55,000 increase to Adirondack Tree Experts contract
- Change order: $46,000 increase to Professional Lawn Maintenance contract
- Disbursement of $500 and $700 in mayoral discretionary funds to Hyattsville CDC for events
City Council
The Hyattsville City Council is meeting virtually on May 11, 2026. The main agenda item is a presentation of the FY27 Proposed Budget by the City Administrator. A public comment period is also scheduled. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Presentation of FY27 Proposed Budget (Item 2.a)
Board of Supervisors of Election
The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will hold a final review of a memo on snow removal fines. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, public comment, and a city staff update.
- Final review of snow removal fines memo
Shade Tree Board
The board will discuss merging with the Environmental Committee, a structural change prompted by public comments at the April 18th budget meeting. Other old business includes finalizing language for a Tree Report Card checklist and updating the city FAQ, as well as canopy coverage issues such as resident requests to remove 'messy' trees. New business covers tree planting outreach and staffing for National Public Works Week.
- Discussion on merging Shade Tree Board with Environmental Committee, including public comments from April 18 budget meeting
- Canopy coverage debate: residents wanting to remove 'messy' trees, understory vs. canopy trees, possible presentation by Dawn Taft, and PEPCO reburying lines
- Tree Report Card Checklist: decision on specific language (code compliance vs. recommended suggestion) and FAQ on city website
- Heritage Tree Plaques update
- Tree Planting Outreach by Taylor Johnson and staffing for National Public Works Week
Board of Supervisors of Election
Race and Equity Task Force
The Hyattsville Race and Equity Task Force will meet to discuss a discretionary funding proposal and a documentary screening. The agenda also includes an equity officer update covering the shared drive and Open Meetings Act refresher. Public comment is taken at the start.
- Approval of ad-hoc April minutes
- Discussion of documentary screening
- Discussion of discretionary funding proposal
- Equity Officer update: Shared Drive overview and OMA refresher
- Public comment opportunity (3 minutes per speaker)