Hagerstown public meetings in 2021
69 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council will hold a regular session with votes on a consent agenda containing multiple contracts, including a $90,000 backup server agreement, and an ordinance amending electrical registration fees. New business includes resolutions on a lease assignment, public art, a visitors' center grant, and several project agreements.
- Barracuda Backup Server and Cloud Storage three-year agreement with System Source for $90,000
- Ordinance amending Chapter 64, Article IV on electrical registration and fee structure
- Resolution for license agreement for public art on West Lee Street
- Grant agreement for consultant fees for Jonathan Hager House Museum visitors' center
- Roof replacement at 60 West Washington Street for $191,679
Meeting
The Mayor and Council will hold a special session and work session on December 14, 2021. They will discuss the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, review the FY21 financial report, get updates on red light and speed cameras, consider code amendments, and explore options for a new farmer's market. The meeting also includes approval of a quit claim deed for a portion of an alley to Columbia Gas.
- Approval of ordinance for quit claim deed for portion of Alley #2-105 to Columbia Gas of Maryland, Inc.
- FY21 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report presentation
- Red Light and Speed Cameras Update by Chief of Police
- Code Amendments – Section 238 and 240
- Review of ideas for a proposed new Farmer's Market
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council are meeting in an executive session on December 7, 2021. The agenda consists entirely of closed-door discussions regarding real property acquisition, business location proposals, and legal advice. No public items or specific decisions are listed in the provided agenda text.
- Consideration of real property acquisition for City operations
- Review of two business proposals for locating, expanding, or remaining in the state
- Consultation with counsel for legal advice
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will meet in open session only to vote to close the meeting for an executive session, as permitted by the Open Meetings Act. Following that, a work session will include updates on the Donut Drop event, the Invest Hagerstown program, recreation year in review, Program Open Space, Hamilton Run stream restoration, and a downtown stadium parking study.
- Vote to close meeting for executive session
- Donut Drop Event update
- Invest Hagerstown Program update
- Hamilton Run Stream Restoration adjacent to Northern Avenue
- Downtown Stadium Parking Study
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council will hold a regular session covering consent items, unfinished business, and new business. Key actions include approving ordinances for property sales and agreements with Antietam Fire Company, introducing an electrical fee ordinance, and approving resolutions for parking, public art, and grants. The meeting also includes appointments, proclamations, and citizen comments.
- Ordinance: Sale of property and purchase agreement with GB&J's, LLC
- Ordinance: Termination of agreement with Antietam Fire Company and forgiving payments
- Ordinance: Donation of real property to Antietam Fire Company
- Ordinance: Sale of property at 25 W. Church Street
- Consent items include $1.13M water chemicals and $371K fuel contracts
Meeting
The Mayor and Council is meeting in a closed executive session. The agenda lists three discussion topics: appointments to the Hagerstown Planning Commission, a business proposal, and a legal review of a potential contract. No public decisions or votes are scheduled on the agenda.
- Executive session on Hagerstown Planning Commission membership
- Discussion of a business proposal to locate, expand, or remain in the state
- Legal consultation on a potential contract
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will meet for an Executive Session to vote on closing the meeting, followed by a Special Session. The agenda includes items regarding the Historic City Farmers Market and property transactions.
- Approval of revised application and guidelines for the Historic City Farmers Market
- Approval of incentive for City Farmer’s Market vendors
- Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the sale of 25 W. Church Street
- Approval of a lease agreement with The Foundry Pop-Ups LLC for 6 N Potomac Street
- Update on public art projects and Wheaton Park improvement concepts
Meeting
The Mayor and Council will hold a special session and work session to discuss various community development topics. The agenda includes a vote on a water line relocation agreement and discussions regarding local business incentives and property purchases.
- Resolution for Water Line Relocation Agreement with Hopewell, LLC
- Discussion of Antietam Fire Company loan forgiveness
- Review of CDBG capital project funding requests for non-profits
- Temporary lease agreement with The Foundry Pop-Ups at 6 N Potomac Street
- Request to purchase property at 25 West Church Street
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss two business proposals and to consult with legal counsel. The session covers legal advice on contract terms, two proposed easements, and general consultation. This is a closed session, so no public decisions are expected.
- Two business proposals for locating, expanding, or remaining in the state
- Legal advice on terms for a contract
- Legal advice on two proposed easements
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an Executive Session, Work Session, and Special Session. Discussions include police department salary amendments, snow removal on public sidewalks, and a strategic plan presentation.
- Discussion with Downtown Baseball representatives
- Presentation on police starting salary, incentives, and bonuses
- Ordinance to terminate agreement with Antietam Fire Company, Inc. and forgive remaining balance
- Ordinance to approve donation of real property to Antietam Fire Company, Inc.
- Approval of starting salary increase for AFSCME 3373
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Washington County Commissioners for a 911 Center operations update, followed by a regular session. The regular session includes votes on ordinances and resolutions, including land management code changes for small-scale breweries, wineries, and distilleries, and the purchase of property at 32 N. Potomac Street. Consent items include contracts for a new aerial ladder truck, road salt, and various utility equipment.
- Ordinance amending Land Management Code for small-scale breweries, wineries, and distilleries
- Ordinance authorizing purchase of property at 32 N. Potomac Street
- 2023 Aerial Ladder Truck replacement from Atlantic Emergency Solutions for $1,458,672
- Bulk road salt from Cargill at $76.38 per ton
- Open container exemptions for Christkindl Markt and Halloween Block Party
Executive Session
This is a strategic planning session agenda for the Hagerstown Mayor and Council. The only substantive action is a vote to enter executive session for matters permitted under the Open Meetings Act. The rest of the agenda consists of comments from the city administrator and council, with no other decisions or discussions listed.
- Vote to close meeting for executive session
- City Administrator's comments
- Mayor and Council comments
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss a confidential business or industrial organization proposal to locate, expand, or remain in Maryland. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, and no public decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Closed executive session under Maryland exception #4 for business/industrial recruitment
Executive Session
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council will hold a special session to discuss American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and strategic planning, followed by an executive session and a work session. They will consider an ordinance to purchase property at 32 N. Potomac Street, and review several items including a redevelopment grant for the Updegraff Building and lease/purchase agreements for a substation property.
- Introduction of ordinance to purchase property at 32 N. Potomac Street
- Proposal for Clara Barton Memorial adjacent to Cultural Trail near Park Circle
- Indoor Sports Facility discussion
- 2021 Hagerstown Ice & Sports Complex Annual Report
- Invest Hagerstown City Center Redevelopment Grant Application for 53 West Washington Street (Updegraff Building)
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to consult with legal counsel and to discuss four business proposals regarding locating, expanding, or remaining in the state. This is a closed session, so no public decisions or votes are expected.
- Closed session for legal advice
- Discussion of four business proposals
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will meet in open session only to vote to close the meeting for an executive session, as permitted by the Open Meetings Act. Following that, a work session will include proclamations, presentations, and discussions on city programs and financial matters.
- Proclamation: Character Counts! Week
- Gold Leaf Award presentation
- Benefit Buckets -- Voluntary Trash Collection Program discussion
- FY23 Agency Contributions discussion
- City Acquisition of Property discussion
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss personnel issues, two business proposals, and legal advice. This is a closed session, so no public decisions are expected.
- Personnel issues
- Two business proposals
- Legal advice
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will meet in Executive Session to vote on closing the meeting for permitted discussions. The subsequent Work Session includes presentations regarding community priorities, a helicopter placement proposal, and utility station relocation.
- Proclamation of Fire Prevention Month
- Presentation of High Impact Performance Award (HIP)
- Community Coalition Legislative Priorities discussion
- Proposal for helicopter placement at Vietnam Monument on South Walnut Street
- Discussion regarding Pump Station 33 and relocation of Pump Station 9
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council will hold its regular session, voting on consent agenda contracts, an ordinance amendment for the Hagerstown Loan Review Authority, and introductions of new ordinances and resolutions. Items include a land management code change for small-scale breweries, a snow services contract, and a lease agreement for a downtown property.
- Ordinance to amend Chapter 10, Article XIII (Hagerstown Loan Review Authority) to add member qualifications
- Introduction of ordinance amending Chapter 140 (Land Management Code) for small-scale breweries, wineries, and distilleries
- Snow services contract with Hart's Landscaping and Snow Removal, LLC
- Lease agreement with The Foundry Pop-Ups LLC for 6 N Potomac St
- Consent agenda includes $108,400 water gate system at 51 W. Memorial Blvd. and $99,430 pressure zone evaluation
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session to vote on closing the meeting for permitted discussions, followed by a work session covering several topics. These include a preliminary agenda review, an incentive for the Hamilton Building, a blight/parcel inventory, a trash remediation policy, initial ARPA fund discussions, 2022 state legislative requests, and a goals/mission statement discussion. No final decisions are expected during the work session.
- Hamilton Building incentive discussion
- Blight/parcel inventory for community enhancement
- Trash remediation and special recycling/refuse policy
- American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) initial discussions
- 2022 state legislative requests
Meeting
The Mayor and Council is holding an executive session to discuss two exempt matters: appointments or personnel matters related to the Board of Traffic and Parking membership, and a business or industrial organization proposal to locate, expand, or remain in the state. No public decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to closed-door discussion.
- Executive session on Board of Traffic and Parking membership
- Executive session on a business proposal to locate, expand, or remain in Maryland
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to consult with legal counsel and discuss personnel issues. No public decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda contains only procedural items for the closed session.
- Executive session to consult with counsel for legal advice
- Discussion of appointment, employment, or performance of officials/employees
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session to vote on closing the meeting for permitted discussions, followed by a work session to discuss several administrative and policy items. These include a recommendation for administrative changes to PEP/Project Restore applicants, proposed amendments to the Land Management Code regarding breweries, wineries, and distilleries, a property acquisition at 441 South Potomac Street, an update on Operation Take Back, and a discussion on state law and city electrical licenses.
- Vote to close meeting for executive session
- Administrative change for PEP/Project Restore applicants
- 2021 LMC amendments for breweries, wineries, distilleries
- Property acquisition at 441 South Potomac Street
- State law and city electrical licenses discussion
Executive Session
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council met in a closed executive session from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM to discuss matters permitted under the Open Meetings Act. Following the closed session, the body convened a work session at 6:00 PM that included a Community Input Meeting. The agenda lists no specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances, only the procedural transition between session types and general comment periods.
- Closed executive session held from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- Work session held at 6:00 PM
- Community Input Meeting scheduled during work session
Meeting
The Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Land Management Code amendments for breweries, wineries, and distilleries. The agenda also includes several resolutions for parking leases, financial incentive agreements, and various service contract renewals.
- Public hearing: 2021 Land Management Code Amendments for Breweries, Wineries, and Distilleries
- Renovation of public restrooms near FIT Room & BMX Track: $154,599.00
- Annual Software Maintenance Agreement with Keystone Public Safety, Inc.: $104,439.00
- ESRI-GIS Renewal contract: $38,500.00
- Financial incentive agreements for 86-98 West Washington Street and the Holly Project at 72 W. Washington Street
Meeting
The Mayor and Council will meet in executive session to consider a proposal regarding a business or industrial organization. The discussion focuses on whether an entity will locate, expand, or remain within the State.
- Consideration of a business proposal involving industrial or business organization location/expansion
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council met in executive session on August 17, 2021. The agenda lists two specific statutory grounds for the closed meeting: considering a proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the state, and consulting with counsel for legal advice. No public decisions or specific business names are detailed in the provided agenda text.
- Consideration of a business or industrial organization proposal to locate, expand, or remain in the state
- Consultation with counsel to obtain legal advice
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a special session to vote on closing the meeting for an executive session, then reconvene to consider a Comprehensive Plan recommendation for R. Paul Smith Boulevard. The work session includes proclamations, an award presentation, a support services update, and a discussion of the Holly Project at 72 W. Washington Street.
- Vote to enter executive session under the Open Meetings Act
- Approval of Comprehensive Plan Recommendation on R. Paul Smith Boulevard
- Proclamation: Forget-Me-Not Month
- High Performance Award (HIP) Presentation
- Support Services Update by CFO Michelle Hepburn and Manager Beth Everhart
Meeting
The Mayor and Council will meet in an executive session to discuss confidential matters. Topics include legal advice regarding pending litigation, business proposals for the state, and collective bargaining negotiations.
- Consultation with counsel regarding pending litigation
- Review of three business proposals regarding industrial or business organizations
- IBEW contract negotiations
- Discussion of various personnel issues
Meeting
The Mayor and Council is meeting in a closed executive session to discuss acquiring downtown property for city operations and to consider appointments to the City Ethics Commission, Planning Commission, and Hagerstown Youth Council. No public decisions or votes are scheduled on this agenda.
- Executive session to consider acquisition of downtown property for City operations
- Discussion of appointments to City Ethics Commission, Planning Commission, and Hagerstown Youth Council
Executive Session
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council is meeting for an executive session and work session. The open session is only to vote to close the meeting for legally permitted discussion, followed by a work session on proposed code amendments and a development project.
- Vote to close meeting for executive session
- Proposed City Code Amendment on Hagerstown Loan Review Authority membership qualifications
- Proposed Land Management Code amendment for breweries
- Proposed development at Harrison Tract, 1527 Howell Road
- National Night Out at Fairgrounds Park at 6:00 PM
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council will hold a regular session with a consent agenda containing over $1.6 million in contracts for insurance, IT, parks, and utilities. They will also consider ordinances to create a Youth Council and grant an easement to Washington County, plus resolutions on parking, a lease for BuroBox, public art, and several redevelopment grants.
- Liability and property insurance with LGIT: $479,211
- Water plant filter material removal/replacement: $619,265
- Ordinance to add Hagerstown Youth Council to city code
- Lease agreement for BuroBox at 60 West Washington Street
- Funding for Hamilton Hotel stabilization at 86-98 W. Washington Street
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will open with a vote to enter executive session, then hold a work session with the Washington County Commissioners. The agenda includes a request for a third parking deck, strategic planning, public art projects, a farmers market update, and funding for Hamilton Hotel stabilization.
- Vote to close meeting for executive session
- Joint meeting with Board of Washington County Commissioners
- Request for Third Parking Deck by City Engineer Rodney Tissue
- Public Art Projects by Rodney Tissue
- Hamilton Hotel Building Stabilization Funding by Jill Thompson
Meeting
The Mayor and Council will meet in executive session to discuss six separate business proposals. These items concern a business or industrial organization's plan to locate, expand, or remain in the State.
- Six separate business proposals regarding industrial or business locations/expansions
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a special voting session to approve pay scale increases for AFSCME Local 1540 and non-union employees, then a work session to review a new office lease, a redevelopment grant application, a contract amendment, and other items. The meeting opens with a vote to enter executive session for matters permitted by the Open Meetings Act.
- Approval of increase to AFSCME Local 1540 pay scale effective July 12, 2021
- Approval of increase to non-union pay scale effective July 12, 2021
- Review of new office lease for BuroBox at 60 W. Washington Street
- Invest Hagerstown City Center Redevelopment Grant Application for 17-21 E. Franklin Street (Rosyln Building)
- Request to amend contract with Hazen and Sawyer for Water Master Plan Update and sanitary sewer evaluation
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss a business proposal, AFSCME 1540 contract negotiations, and personnel matters including the MG salary scale, commission memberships, and the city administrator's compensation. All items are closed to the public.
- Business proposal for a company to locate, expand, or remain in Maryland
- AFSCME 1540 collective bargaining negotiations
- MG Salary Scale discussion
- Planning Commission and City Ethics Commission membership appointments
- City Administrator contract compensation
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council will hold a regular session with a consent agenda containing numerous contracts and purchases, including a $1.2 million pavement preservation project. They will also consider ordinances and resolutions on property donations, youth council creation, park leases, and development agreements for student housing.
- Pavement Preservation - Craig Paving, not to exceed $1,200,000
- MUNIS Support and Maintenance - Tyler Technologies, $256,249.58
- Ordinance to accept donation of real property from MKS Development Company
- Development agreements for student housing at 170 West Washington Street and 17-21 East Franklin Street
- Lease agreements for residential rental properties in city parks (280 Mill St, 570 Jefferson St, 728 Frederick St, 110 Key St)
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a special voting session to approve COVID compensation for FY21 full-time employees, a pay scale increase for IAFF Local 1605 effective June 28, 2021, and the purchase of a photograph and video enhancing system for the Hagerstown Police Department. The work session includes discussions on the Youth Advisory Council, a strategic plan for addiction, converting East North Avenue and East Avenue to one-way, the FY22 CDBG Annual Action Plan, and new office leases for BuroBox at 60 W. Washington Street.
- Approval of FY21 FT Employee COVID Compensation for Calendar 2020
- Approval of Increase to IAFF 1605 Local Pay Scale Effective June 28, 2021
- Approval of Purchase of Photograph and Video Enhancing System for Hagerstown Police Department
- Converting East North Avenue and East Avenue to One-Way
- Review of Two New Office Leases for BuroBox at 60 W. Washington Street
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a street closure request, FY 2022 Community Legacy applications, development agreements for two student housing projects, FY22 budget contributions, and FY21 employee stipends related to COVID. The meeting begins with an executive session, which is closed to the public.
- Development agreements for student housing at 170 West Washington Street and 17-21 East Franklin Street
- FY 2022 Community Legacy applications
- FY22 General Fund agency contributions
- FY21 employee stipends for COVID (calendar 2020)
- Street closure and noise ordinance exemption for Gingerbread Dash
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss three confidential business proposals, collective bargaining negotiations for the IAFF contract, and a Historic District Commission membership appointment. All items are closed to the public under state exemptions.
- Three business proposals for locating, expanding, or remaining in Maryland
- IAFF collective bargaining negotiations
- Historic District Commission membership appointment
Executive Session
The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council will hold a regular session on May 25, 2021, preceded by an executive session. The agenda includes several consent items with contracts and purchases, as well as unfinished business on a land management code ordinance and property acquisition. New business includes a property donation, several memorandums of understanding, and a grant application.
- Ordinance to repeal and re-enact Chapter 140, Land Management Code
- Ordinance for acquisition of 441 S. Potomac Street
- Open container law exemptions for Imagine Hagerstown Music Events and Augustoberfest
- Contracts: Arista Information Systems ($192,000), Tokio Marine HCC ($332,398), United HealthCare ($321,617), and others
- MOU with MDOT for City Park Train Hub Locomotive Restoration and Pavilion Replacement
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss a confidential business or industrial recruitment proposal. The agenda contains only this one item, which is a closed-door discussion, so no public decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Executive session to consider a business or industrial organization locating, expanding, or remaining in Maryland
Strategic Planning Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a strategic planning session to discuss priorities and a community survey, followed by a special session to approve the FY2021/2022 budget and tax rates, and a work session covering facility studies, stormwater, and redevelopment grants.
- Ordinance to set tax rates beginning July 1, 2021
- Adoption of FY2021/2022 budget ordinance
- Introduction of ordinance to acquire 441 South Potomac Street
- Resolution to apply for Main Street Improvement Program grant from Maryland DHCD
- Approval of FY20 911 funding payment to Washington County
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council are meeting jointly with the Washington County Commissioners, then holding a work session and special session. The work session includes a legislative recap, FY22 budget review, police reform impact, and Main Street grant applications. The special session features public hearings on a real property tax increase and the proposed FY2021/22 budget, plus introduction of ordinances for tax rates, the budget, and a Land Management Code amendment.
- Public hearing on real property tax increase
- Public hearing on proposed budget July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022
- Introduction of ordinance: tax rates beginning July 1, 2021
- Introduction of ordinance: budget FY2021/22
- Introduction of ordinance: amend Chapter 140 Land Management Code
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session, which is closed to the public. They will discuss three business proposals regarding companies locating, expanding, or remaining in Maryland, and the appointment of a Board of Zoning Appeals member. No public decisions are scheduled on this agenda.
- Executive session to consider three business proposals for locating, expanding, or remaining in the state
- Discussion of Board of Zoning Appeals membership appointment
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an Executive Session to vote on closing the meeting to discuss two business proposals and land acquisition. Following that, a Work Session will cover several topics including a building project update, a discussion on Jonathan Street, budget changes, and city code amendments.
- Vote to close meeting for two business proposals and land acquisition
- Update on Holly Building Project at 72 West Washington Street
- Preservation Maryland discussion on Jonathan Street
- FY21 funding changes and FY22 budget review
- Discussion on County Tax Differential and dirt bike calls
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss two business proposals and the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. This is a closed session, so no public decisions are being made at this time.
- Two business proposals under consideration
- Acquisition of land for public purpose
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council will hold a regular session with a public hearing on Land Management Code amendments for front yard fence requirements. The council will also consider consent items for vehicle and equipment purchases, ordinances for property sales and easements, and resolutions for grant agreements and the Hagerstown Cultural Trail Phase II construction.
- Public hearing on Land Management Code (LMC) front yard fence requirements
- Approval of $1,378,394.40 for Phase II of Hagerstown Cultural Trail and UIP Plaza
- Ordinance to quit claim a portion of Third Street right-of-way
- Ordinance authorizing sale of property at 36-40 N Potomac Street
- Consent items include $40,200 for a 2022 F-350 Crew Cab and $79,591 for water fire flow mapping
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a special session to vote on a resolution supporting a joint application with Washington County to expand the Enterprise Zone in Hagerstown. In the work session, they will discuss panhandling, a proposed use for the Central Lot, a Juneteenth request and loan forgiveness from the Doleman Black Heritage Museum, the FY22 budget, staffing modifications, and other items.
- Resolution to support joint application to expand Enterprise Zone
- Discussion on panhandling with Police Chief and community partners
- Scottish Rite Club proposed use of Central Lot
- Doleman Black Heritage Museum request for Juneteenth and loan forgiveness
- FY22 Budget Review
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a special session to introduce an ordinance authorizing the sale of property at 36-40 N Potomac Street and approve a resolution for the 2021 Summer Camp Grant Program. In the work session, they will review the FY22 budget, discuss an indoor turf facility, property acquisition at 441 South Potomac Street, an incentive agreement extension for Alexander House, a grant application, and a police recruitment update. The meeting begins with an executive session to consult with the city attorney.
- Ordinance to authorize sale of 36-40 N Potomac Street
- Resolution for 2021 Summer Camp Grant Program
- FY22 Budget Review with CFO Michelle Hepburn
- Indoor Turf Facility discussion with Parks Director Rodney Tissue
- Property acquisition at 441 South Potomac Street
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting for an executive session to consider three business proposals under a state provision allowing confidential discussion of business recruitment or retention. No public decisions are scheduled on the agenda.
- Executive session to discuss three business proposals for locating, expanding, or remaining in Maryland
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a work session covering the FY22 budget, transportation priorities, and a land management code amendment on front yard fences. They will also discuss a demolition lien, a property purchase, and a training center request, followed by an executive session. A public hearing on the Enterprise Zone expansion is scheduled.
- FY22 Budget Review with CFO Michelle Hepburn
- Demolition Lien on 341 North Jonathan Street
- Land Management Code Amendment: Front Yard Fence Provisions
- Request to Purchase CNS Property: 36-40 North Potomac Street
- Public Hearing: Expansion of Hagerstown/Washington County Enterprise Zone
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council will hold its regular session, voting on consent agenda items including contracts for a skatepark, speed cameras, and various services, as well as ordinances and resolutions on property and agreements. The meeting will be held virtually due to the civil emergency, with public participation via email.
- Design/build skatepark in Fairgrounds Park - Spohn Ranch Skateparks, $555,000
- Speed camera charges - Rekor, $403,200
- Red light camera charges - American Traffic Solutions, $165,000
- Turnout gear replacement - Witmer Public Safety Group, $29,856
- Traffic pattern changes: East North Avenue/East Avenue to one-way; May Street/Woodland Way intersection
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss personnel appointments to the Board of Traffic and Parking, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Hagerstown Loan Review Authority, to consult with legal counsel, and to consider a business proposal. No public decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to closed-session items.
- Board membership appointments for Board of Traffic and Parking, Board of Zoning Appeals, Hagerstown Loan Review Authority
- Legal advice consultation
- Business proposal for a company to locate, expand, or remain in Maryland
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session, special session, and work session. In the special session, they will vote on amendments to the CDBG program for CDBG-CV funding allocations and on an Invest Hagerstown grant application for 170 W. Washington Street. The work session includes discussions on a skatepark design/build contract, a municipal stadium operating agreement, traffic changes, a utility service agreement, an enterprise zone expansion, and a fire department strategic plan.
- Approval of Amendment to CDBG Program Year 2019 Annual Action Plan for CDBG-CV Funding Allocations
- Approval of Invest Hagerstown: City Center Redevelopment Grant Application for 170 W. Washington Street
- Skatepark Design/Build Contract discussion
- Municipal Stadium Operating Agreement discussion
- Traffic Issues: Converting East North Avenue and East Avenue to One-Way and May Street and Woodland Way
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss personnel appointments for two advisory boards and to consider two business proposals. All items are confidential and no public decisions are scheduled.
- Board membership for CDBG Citizen Advisory Committee
- Board membership for Hagerstown Youth Advisory Council (HYAC)
- Two business proposals for location, expansion, or retention in Maryland
Meeting
The Mayor and City Council will meet to discuss several items, including a public hearing for Land Management Code amendments. The agenda also includes various resolutions regarding city contracts, ordinances, and budget adjustments.
- Public Hearing: Land Management Code (LMC) Amendments
- Marsh Run Trail: CSX Review Fees of $20,100.00
- Ground Services contract with Advantage Landscape & Construction for $30,171.69
- Grinder Pump Replacement Program with Fluid Solutions, Inc. for $29,453.74
- Introduction of ordinance regarding Police & Fire Employees' Retirement Plan Amendment 13
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council will hold a virtual work session to discuss several items, including a proposal to use Municipal Stadium, an update on the Urban Improvement Project, and a discussion with Horizon Goodwill Industries regarding CDBG-CV funds. The meeting will be streamed online due to the civil emergency, with limited in-person attendance.
- Discussion with Horizon Goodwill Industries regarding CDBG-CV
- Proposal to Use Municipal Stadium
- Urban Improvement Project (UIP) Update
- Approval of New Residential Lease for 36-40 North Potomac Street, Unit 4
- Amendment to the Police & Fire Employees' Retirement Plan
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session to vote on closing the meeting for permitted discussions, followed by a work session with presentations on the state's fiscal and economic climate, a healthy food initiative, the FY20 financial report, stormwater protection, a hazardous waste collection proposal, CDBG-CV funding requests, and a land management code update. Public attendance is limited due to the civil emergency; meetings are streamed online.
- Discussion of state fiscal and economic climate with Comptroller Peter Franchot
- Healthy Food Initiative discussion with Horizon Goodwill and Washington County CAC
- FY20 Popular Annual Financial Report presentation
- Stormwater Protection Program with City Engineer and Soil Conservation District
- Review of Public Service Funding Requests for CDBG-CV Funds
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss a business proposal and the acquisition of real property for city operations. These discussions are closed to the public and no decisions are scheduled for the open meeting.
- Business proposal for a company to locate, expand, or remain in Maryland
- Property acquisition for City operations
Executive Session
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council will hold an executive session to vote on closing the meeting for legally permitted discussions, followed by a work session. The work session includes proclamations for Black History Month and Neighborhoods 1st Month, a discussion with state and local officials about the Atlantic League, a presentation from the Hagerstown Youth Advisory Council, and reviews of the FY21 budget, University Plaza guidelines, a utility service area expansion, and a substation for Cascades Tissue.
- Proclamations: Black History Month, Neighborhoods 1st Month
- Atlantic League discussion with Senator Corderman, Delegate Thiam, and others
- FY21 General Fund budget balancing and adjustments
- Joint Services Area expansion request (CGSA Amendment 12) for Harp Property
- Cascades Tissue substation discussion
Executive Session
The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council will hold a regular session on January 26, 2021, with an executive session at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes consent items for various contracts and purchases, as well as new business items such as a lease agreement, a grant agreement for BMX track improvements, and policy updates. Public attendance is limited due to the civil emergency, but the meeting will be streamed online.
- Street closure requests for 2021 events
- ESRI GIS ArcServer upgrade - $15,500
- Parks and Recreation office roof replacement - $64,900
- Eight 2021 Dodge Police Interceptors - $234,168
- Lease agreement for city property at 36 N Potomac St
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting for an executive session to consider two business proposals under a state provision allowing confidential discussion of business recruitment or retention. No public decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.
- Executive session to discuss two business proposals for locating, expanding, or remaining in the state
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a special voting session to consider approval of a development plan for the sale of property at 170 West Washington Street. The meeting also includes a work session with updates on COVID-19 vaccines, a preliminary agenda review, and discussions on utility software, financial reports, and community development grants.
- Approval of 170 West Washington Partners LLC Development Plan for Sale of Property at 170 West Washington Street
- COVID-19 Vaccine Update by Earl Stoner, Washington County Health Officer
- Milsoft Utility Solutions presentation by Nathan Fridinger and Nancy Hausrath
- FY20 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) by Michelle Hepburn and Brooke Garver
- Proposed CDBG Action Plan Amendment for Reallocation of CDBG Funds
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting for an executive session to discuss two separate business proposals. The closed session is authorized under state law to consider matters concerning a business or industrial organization locating, expanding, or remaining in Maryland. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.
- Executive session to consider business relocation proposals
- Two separate business proposals to be discussed
- Closed session under Maryland law exception #4
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session to vote on closing the meeting for permitted discussions, followed by a work session with updates and discussions on COVID-19, the budget, and several development projects. The meeting is held with limited attendance due to the civil emergency, and the public can view it online.
- COVID-19 update by City Administrator Scott Nicewarner
- Budget update by Finance Director Michelle Hepburn
- Expansion of Heritage Area Boundary
- Future of Municipal Stadium
- Sale of 170 West Washington Street property
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are holding an executive session to consult with legal counsel about the terms of an agreement and to consider five separate business proposals for organizations to locate, expand, or remain in the state. This is a closed meeting, so no public decisions or discussions are on the open agenda.
- Consult with counsel to obtain legal advice on agreement terms
- Consider five separate business proposals for locating, expanding, or remaining in the state
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session, a work session, and a special session. The work session includes discussion of amendments to a union contract. In the special session, the council will vote on pay scale increases for AFSCME 3373 and non-union sworn employees, effective January 11, 2021.
- Discussion of amendments to union contract
- Approval of increase to AFSCME 3373 Local pay scale effective January 11, 2021
- Approval of non-union sworn pay scale effective January 11, 2021
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations, specifically amendments to a union contract. This is a closed session, so no public decisions or votes are scheduled on the agenda.
- Executive session to conduct collective bargaining negotiations
- Discussion of amendments to Union Contract