Hagerstown public meetings in 2025
74 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Meeting
The council work session will include a presentation on the City of Hagerstown's 10‑Year Downtown Plan by Economic Development Manager Doug Reaser. The meeting also provides time for comments from the city administrator and from the mayor and council. No specific actions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation: 10‑Year Downtown Plan – Doug Reaser, Economic Development Manager
Meeting
The Mayor and City Council will hold a regular session to decide on several ordinances and resolutions. The body is reviewing a juvenile curfew amendment and a zoning map change for a property on Day Road, alongside multiple service contracts.
- Ordinance: Amendment to Chapter 79, Curfew for Juveniles
- Zoning Map Amendment (ZM-2025-02) for 1912 Day Road
- Water and Wastewater chemical purchases totaling $2,368,304.60
- Marsh Run Wall Repairs contract with Concrete Central, LLC for $250,000.00
- ERP System subscriptions and fees from SpryPoint and Workday, Inc. totaling $639,422.25
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will conduct a tour of the Fire Department administrative offices and fire stations located at 929 Eldridge Dr. After the tour, the City Administrator will provide comments, followed by remarks from the Mayor and Council members. No formal actions or votes are scheduled for this session.
- Tour of Hagerstown Fire Department administrative offices and fire stations (929 Eldridge Dr.)
- City Administrator's comments
- Mayor and Council comments
Meeting
The Mayor and Council will meet in an executive session to discuss legal advice, litigation, and a business proposal. These items are being handled in a closed session.
- Consultation with counsel regarding termination of contract
- Review of contracts related to pending or potential litigation
- Discussion of a proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the State
Executive Session
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council will vote to close the meeting for executive discussion, then hold a work session. Topics include a presentation of the FY25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, a forfeiture of a State of Maryland DHCD CDC Tax Sale Acquisition/Rehab Grant and authorization to reapply, an access easement for Columbia Gas, an update to the Lodging Out of Doors Ordinance, and planning for the 2026 Hub City100 Miler event.
- FY25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presentation by William Seymour with SB Company, LLC
- Forfeiture of State of Maryland DHCD CDC Tax Sale Acquisition/Rehab Grant and authorization to reapply
- Access Easement for Columbia Gas presented by Jim Bender, City Engineer
- Lodging Out of Doors Ordinance Update presented by Chief Paul ‘Joey’ Kifer
- 2026 Hub City100 Miler planning presented by Amy Riley, Recreation Coordinator
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will hold an executive session to discuss various personnel matters, including appointments, promotions, discipline, compensation, and performance evaluations of city employees and officials. The council will also consult with legal counsel to obtain advice, including discussion of a contract termination. No specific decisions are recorded in the agenda.
- Personnel matters: appointments, employment, assignments, promotions, discipline, demotions, compensation, removals, resignations, performance evaluations
- Consultation with legal counsel for advice
- Termination of a contract
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session followed by a work session. The body will review a support modification for the Washington County Historical Society and updates to the Revolving Loan Fund Guidelines.
- ERP System Transition to Workday
- Axon Contract Renewal
- Washington County Historical Society support modification
- Hagerstown Revolving Loan Fund Guidelines updates
- Fire and Emergency Medical Services presentation
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council meeting will vote on several consent items, including contracts for software licensing, building refurbishment, police equipment, and a large fuel delivery contract totaling $695,200. The council will also address unfinished business on an easement ordinance and introduce new ordinances covering juvenile curfew, zoning map amendment, and various grant and program approvals. Additional items include approvals for open space funding, grant guideline changes, and emergency procurement for a garage demolition.
- Annual Software Licensing for Arctic Wolf Endpoint Security Detection Software – Winslow Technology Group – $160,447.54
- Refurbish Police Athletic League (PAL) Building Exterior – INL Construction, LLC – $72,374.34
- Ballistic Vests – Angel Armor – $15,793.30
- Tank Wagon Deliveries – AC&T (Hagerstown, MD) – Total Cost $695,200.00
- Light – Distribution Line Transformers – United Utility Supply – $44,376.00
Meeting
The Mayor and City Council will hold an executive session on November 18, 2025. The session will address personnel actions such as appointments, promotions, discipline, compensation, and performance evaluations for city employees and officials. The council will also review the Legal Services Contract and other personnel matters. Additionally, the council will discuss collective bargaining issues related to the AFSCME 1540 contract.
- Review of Legal Services Contract
- Discussion of various personnel matters (appointments, promotions, discipline, compensation, evaluations)
- Collective bargaining negotiations concerning AFSCME 1540 contract
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a special session to approve amended rules of procedure and a work session to discuss various grants and projects. The body will also review a rezoning application for the Lorich Tract and a request for fireworks shows.
- Rezoning Application ZM-2025-02 for Lorich Tract at 1912 Day Road
- Request for fireworks shows on December 6 and December 31, 2025
- Program Open Space Funding List
- Local Government Energy Modernization Grant
- Town of Smithsburg MS4 Stream Restoration Project on Crystal Falls Drive
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are conducting a work session in the form of a Town Hall meeting at Bethel Gardens. The session includes comments from the City Administrator and the Mayor and Council.
- Town Hall meeting at Bethel Gardens
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will hold a work session to meet with the Washington County Delegation. The meeting will take place at Hagerstown Community College, 11400 Robinwood Drive, in the Career Programs Building. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda focuses on discussion and comments from the city administrator, mayor, and council members.
- Meeting with Washington County Delegation at Hagerstown Community College, 11400 Robinwood Drive
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in an executive session. The body will discuss a financial incentive agreement and seek legal advice regarding a pending contract.
- Discussion of a Financial Incentive Agreement
- Legal advice for a pending contract
Executive Session
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council will hold an executive session to close the meeting and then a work session to discuss several items, including budget contributions, the Opioid Restitution Fund, and a grant withdrawal. In a special session they will vote on amendments to the speed camera fine ordinance and consider terminating the contract to purchase 149 North Potomac Street. The meeting also includes proclamations and a review of procedural rules.
- Amendments to Chapter 60-17, Speed Camera Fines (ordinance approval)
- Resolution to terminate the contract of sale with 149 N. Potomac, LLC for 149 North Potomac Street
- Withdrawal from MDEM Grant Agreement
- FY27 Preliminary Budget for General Fund Agency Contributions
- Discussion of the Opioid Restitution Fund
Meeting
The Mayor and City Council will hold a work session to review the Rules of Procedure. The meeting also includes time for comments from the City Administrator, Mayor, and Council.
- Review of Mayor and City Council Rules of Procedure
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will conduct a public hearing on the Lorich Tract rezoning application. Council members will also consider several ordinances amending the city code, including a new chapter on vending machines. The agenda includes contract approvals for fire department renovations, police reimbursements, and public works purchases. Additional resolutions and contracts for utilities and other services will be reviewed.
- Public hearing on Lorich Tract rezoning (ZM-2025-02) at 1912 Day Rd.
- Fire Department change order overruns for HFD Headquarters Renovations – $58,126.65
- Police FY25 reimbursement – $270,000; FY26 reimbursement – $80,995
- Public Works purchase of 2025 Ford Van with aerial bucket – $117,000
- Ordinance to add Chapter 234, Vending Machines
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are meeting in an executive session to discuss the acquisition of real property for public use. The body will also consider a proposal regarding a business or industrial organization's interest in City-owned property.
- Acquisition of real property for a public purpose
- Purchase offer for City of Hagerstown owned property
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will vote on an ordinance to purchase an easement on 703‑705 Mt. Aetna Road. It will also approve an amendment to the FY2026 CDBG Action Plan reallocating funds to Wheaton Park Phase II, and several resolutions accepting easement and maintenance agreements for water and sanitary sewer services. Additional items include a rezoning application for the Lorich Tract on 1912 Day Road and a wholesale power contract.
- Ordinance to purchase an easement at 703‑705 Mt. Aetna Road
- Amendment to FY2026 CDBG Action Plan reallocating funding to Wheaton Park Phase II
- Resolution accepting a Deed of Easement and Maintenance Agreement from LP1, LLC for sanitary sewer near Hebb Road
- Resolution accepting Deed of Easement and Maintenance Agreements for water on Breckenridge Drive (LP1, LLC and Sunshine Development 25 LLC)
- Rezoning Application – Lorich Tract ZM‑2025‑02 at 1912 Day Road
Executive Session
The Hagerstown City Council will hold an executive session to conduct or consider matters related to collective bargaining negotiations. The agenda references Local IAFF 1605, the city’s firefighters union. No other items are listed for discussion.
- Collective bargaining negotiations with Local IAFF 1605 (firefighters union)
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session followed by a work session. The body will discuss easement purchases for the Antietam Creek Waterway Access Trail and the reallocation of FY2026 Community Development Block Grant funds.
- Purchase of easement along Antietam Creek for Waterway Access Trail
- Reallocation of FY2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds
- FY2026 CDBG subrecipient agreements
- Review of Chapter 79 Curfew code amendments
- Discussion on 'Business Watch' program and First-Time Business Owner Forum
Meeting
The Mayor and City Council will discuss several ordinances to amend city codes regarding municipal infractions, property maintenance, and vacant structures. The body is also reviewing a series of consent items for public works, police, and utility infrastructure projects.
- Wastewater Pump Station 13 design and engineering services: $395,555.00
- Underground infrastructure marking for water and wastewater: $208,000.00
- Hager House Visitor Center Phase 1: $150,891.76
- City Hall roof replacement: $147,978.00
- Introduction of a new chapter to the city code regarding vending machines
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will hold an executive session to discuss a range of personnel matters, including appointments, employment, promotions, discipline, compensation, removals, resignations, and performance evaluations for city officials and employees. The session will also address membership issues for the Board of Traffic and Parking.
- Review of appointments, employment actions, promotions, discipline, compensation, removals, resignations, and performance evaluations for city personnel.
- Consideration of changes to the Board of Traffic and Parking membership.
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a special session to vote on property acquisitions, grants, and equipment purchases. A subsequent work session will cover municipal fines, vacant property taxes, and police operations.
- Purchase and sale of property at 149 North Potomac Street
- Purchase of video switcher from Washington Professional Services for $23,614.00
- Grant agreement for Public Safety Feasibility Study
- Hagerstown Police Standards and Mental Health Project Grant
- Jordan Annexation amendment for Haven Road (A-2007-06)
Meeting
The City Council will consider an ordinance to authorize the purchase and sale of property at 149 North Potomac Street. A presentation on funding for the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area will also be provided. The work session includes discussions on a community forestry grant, a project scope amendment for a CDC tax sale acquisition grant, a memorandum of understanding with the State Fire Marshal, youth curfew and truancy, recovery residence regulations, property management licensing, non‑local rental owners, an update on the Lodging Out of Doors Ordinance, and a police standards and mental health grant.
- Ordinance authorizing purchase and sale of 149 North Potomac Street
- Funding for the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area (presentation)
- Memorandum of Understanding with the Office of the State Fire Marshal
- Youth Curfew/Youth Truancy discussion
- Hagerstown Police Standards and Mental Health Project Grant
Special Session
The Mayor and Council will discuss legislative priorities and the reallocation of CDBG funds for the Wheaton Park Stage. The session includes votes on a property inspection agreement for 149 N. Potomac Street and a contract for the Weller’s Alley Decorative Fence Project.
- Purchase agreement and inspection resolution for 149 N. Potomac Street
- Contract for the Weller’s Alley Decorative Fence Project
- Reallocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for Wheaton Park Stage
- Discussion of legislative priorities with Senator Paul Corderman and Delegate Matthew Schindler
Executive Session
The Hagerstown City Council will hold an executive session on August 26, 2025. Council members will consult with legal counsel regarding pending litigation. They will also consider acquiring real property for a public purpose.
- Consult with legal counsel for advice on pending litigation
- Consider acquisition of real property for a public purpose
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will vote on a series of resolutions covering donations, agreements, and settlement benefits. Key items include a donation of Steam Locomotive 202 to the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, a parking agreement with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation, and two national settlement agreements with Purdue/Sackler and eight other defendants related to opioid litigation. The council will also approve a consent agenda of contracts and purchases for departments such as Police, Utilities, and Public Works, including a $504,000 speed camera charge and a $285,950 three‑year SCADA maintenance contract.
- Donation of Steam Locomotive 202 to Western Maryland Scenic Railroad (Resolution)
- Parking Agreement with Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (Resolution)
- National Settlement Agreement with Purdue/Sackler (opioid litigation) (Resolution)
- Speed Camera Charges 2025 – Alumint (#5461) – $504,000 (Police consent item)
- Three‑Year SCADA Maintenance Contract for Water – ABB, Inc. – $285,950 (Utilities consent item)
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will hold an open session followed by a work session on August 19, 2025. Items on the agenda include updates on the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area, the Choice Neighborhoods Final Transformation Plan, and a donation agreement for the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad locomotive. The council will also discuss a rent‑stabilization proposal, a vending‑machine ordinance for public sidewalks, and changes to municipal fine amounts. The meeting will end with legislative proposals to discuss with the city delegation.
- Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area Request for Support – presented by Elizabeth Scott Shatto, Executive Director
- Update on Choice Neighborhoods Final Transformation Plan – presented by Margi Joe and Rachel Paul, Planning and Outreach
- Western Maryland Scenic Railroad Locomotive 202 Donation Agreement – presented by Eric Deike, Director of Public Works
- Columbia Gas Access Easement at 441 S. Potomac Street – presented by Jim Bender, City Engineer
- Rent Stabilization proposal – presented by Councilmember Tiara Burnett
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council are meeting in an executive session to discuss personnel matters. The discussion includes appointments for the Hagerstown Youth Council and the Hagerstown Housing Authority.
- Board Appointment: Hagerstown Youth Council
- Hagerstown Housing Authority personnel/appointment discussion
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will vote on a five-year consolidated plan and a financial incentive agreement for Motherland Kitchen, LLC. The meeting also includes a work session to discuss city codes, grants, and historical preservation.
- City FY2026-2030 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and FY2026 CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan
- Financial Incentive Agreement with Motherland Kitchen, LLC
- Urban Tree Grant Program
- Wastewater Deduct Meters for South Hagerstown High School
- Review of City Code Chapter 142 (Loitering) and Chapter 185 (Nuisance Abatement)
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council are meeting in an executive session to discuss confidential items. The agenda includes legal advice regarding pending litigation, a business proposal, and various personnel matters.
- Consultation with counsel regarding pending litigation
- Discussion of a business or industrial organization proposal
- Review of personnel matters including appointment, compensation, or performance
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council will hold a work session to review three items: a renovation project for the Jonathan Hager House Visitor Center, the FY2026-2030 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program Five-Year Consolidated Plan, and a proposed Financial Incentive Agreement for Motherland Kitchen, LLC.
- Jonathan Hager House Visitor Center Renovation Project
- FY2026-2030 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program Five-Year Consolidated Plan
- Financial Incentive Agreement: Motherland Kitchen, LLC
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will consider renewing software subscriptions and approving contracts for road paving, parking lot improvements, and water plant maintenance. The meeting also includes resolutions for a parking lease, a speed camera contract, and a conditional loan for a cold storage facility.
- Burnap Parking Lot Improvements contract: $500,000
- FY26 Pavement Preservation Contract: $1,500,000
- MUNIS DB Support/Software Licensing renewal: $318,334.12
- Monthly Speed Camera Contract approval
- State of Maryland MEDAAF Conditional Loan for NewCold
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session. The body will consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose.
- Acquisition of real property for a public purpose
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session followed by a work session. The body will discuss economic development plans, grant actions, and contract renewals.
- Expansion plans for the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
- 10-Year Downtown Plan Update
- State of Maryland MEDAAF Conditional Loan for NewCold
- CDBG Five-Year Consolidated Plan and FY26 Annual Action Plan
- Municipal Infractions Fee Schedule updates based on Maryland State Law
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council are meeting in an executive session to discuss cybersecurity and business location proposals. The body will also consider appointments for city commissions and the housing authority.
- Cybersecurity and public security discussion
- Status of a continuing project regarding a business or industrial organization
- Appointments for the Historic District Commission
- Appointments for the Ethics Commission
- Appointments for the Hagerstown Housing Authority
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will first vote to close the meeting and move to an executive session. In the special session, the council will consider approving an ordinance that prohibits lodging out of doors and a purchase of a portable remote firing cart for the Hagerstown Police Department. The work session will address a donation agreement with the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, a power supply increase with PJM, and revisions to the Main Street Startup Grant subrecipient agreement.
- Vote to close meeting and enter executive session
- Approval of Ordinance: Prohibited Lodging Out of Doors
- Approval of Purchase: Portable Remote Firing Cart for Hagerstown Police Department
- Western Maryland Scenic Railroad Locomotive 202 Donation Agreement
- Power Supply Increase – PJM Capacity Rate
Meeting
The Mayor and Council will hold a work session to discuss the addition of a new Assistant Zoning Administrator position. This item is presented by Jill Thompson, Director of the Department of Planning & Economic Development.
- Proposed addition of Assistant Zoning Administrator position
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will consider and vote on a series of contract approvals, including a social media archiving agreement and furniture purchase for City Hall. Council members will also adopt an ordinance prohibiting outdoor lodging and approve funding for the FY2026 Invest Hagerstown grant program. Additional resolutions include a lease agreement for the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts and the closure of the Summit Avenue railroad crossing.
- Social Media Archiving Contract – Civic Plus – $10,570.77
- Furniture for City Hall First Floor Conference Room – Labers Office Furniture – $14,733.00
- Reline Burn Building – HFD Training Center – WHP Training Towers – $134,638.00
- Ordinance prohibiting lodging outdoors
- Approval of FY2026 Invest Hagerstown Grant Program Funding Levels
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold an executive session on June 10, 2025. They will consider a proposal for a business or industrial organization to locate or expand in the state. The council will also seek legal advice on two matters and review appointments for the Hagerstown Youth Council Partner Group.
- Consider business or industrial proposal to locate or expand in the state
- Consult counsel for legal advice on two matters
- Review appointments for Hagerstown Youth Council Partner Group
Executive Session
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council will hold an executive session to close the meeting and then a special session to approve a resolution authorizing the city to become a Participating Jurisdiction for the HOME Investment Partnerships Program. In the subsequent work session, council members will discuss a range of items including grant requests for parks and safe streets, lease agreements, infrastructure projects, zoning amendments, and program funding allocations. Each agenda item is listed for discussion or decision during the meeting.
- Approval of resolution to become a Participating Jurisdiction for the HOME Investment Partnerships Program
- Washington County Museum of Fine Arts lease agreement
- Safe Streets for All grant application
- Summit Avenue railroad crossing project
- Memorandum of Understanding for special appropriation grant for Water/Wastewater Master Plan study
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations and the acquisition of real property for a public purpose.
- Collective bargaining negotiations update
- Acquisition of real property for a public purpose
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will vote to close the meeting and move into executive session, as allowed by the Open Meetings Act. In the work session, they will hear a presentation on the HUD Home Program qualification for the City of Hagerstown. They will also consider a revised ordinance that would prohibit outdoor lodging.
- Vote to close the meeting and enter executive session
- HUD Home Program – City qualification as a participating jurisdiction (presentation by Amanda Gregg and Margi Joe)
- Revised Ordinance: Prohibited Lodging Out‑of‑Doors (discussion by Chief Paul ‘Joey’ Kifer, Lt. Andrew Lewis, Sgt. Edward Plummer)
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will vote on several ordinances, including the FY 2026 budget and a new tax rate effective July 1, 2025. The council will also consider a series of contract approvals and resolutions covering utilities, public works, police equipment, and community programs. Citizen comments are invited on agenda items before the votes are taken.
- Adoption of Ordinance: Budget FY 2026
- Adoption of Ordinance: Tax Rate beginning July 1, 2025
- Approval of FY 26 Inventory Procurement Funds
- Utility Bill Processing and Mailing contract with Arista Information Systems – $228,000.00
- Police contract for Flock Safety Platform and Implementation – $14,800.00
Executive Session
The Hagerstown City Council will hold an executive session at 3:00 PM on May 20, 2025, in the Council Chambers, 2nd floor, City Hall. The council will consider two separate proposals from business or industrial organizations that seek to locate, expand, or remain in the city. No further details about the proposals are provided in the agenda.
- Consider two business/industrial proposals (details not specified)
Special Session
The Hagerstown City Council and Mayor will hold a special session to consider two ordinances: one setting a tax rate beginning July 1, 2025, and another adopting the FY 2025/2026 budget. Earlier in the work session they will review the FY 2026 budget, discuss the Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan, and consider housing and economic development proposals. A lease agreement for the University System of Maryland at Hagerstown for 60 W. Washington Street will also be presented.
- Introduction of an Ordinance: Tax Rate beginning July 1, 2025
- Introduction of an Ordinance: Budget FY 2025/2026
- FY 2026 Budget Review by CFO Michelle Hepburn and Accounting & Budget Manager Brooke Garver
- Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan – Final Report
- Lease Agreement with University System of Maryland at Hagerstown for 60 W. Washington Street
Meeting
The council will review the FY 2026 budget presented by the chief financial officer and the accounting and budget manager. The session also includes comments from the city administrator, the mayor, and council members. No other agenda items are listed.
- FY 2026 budget review presented by CFO Michelle Hepburn and Budget Manager Brooke Garver
Executive Session
The Hagerstown City Council will hold an executive session on May 13, 2025. Council members will consult with the city attorney to obtain legal advice. They will also discuss personnel actions such as appointments, promotions, discipline, compensation, and performance evaluations, as well as matters related to the Ethics Commission board membership.
- Consult with attorney for legal advice
- Discuss personnel actions (appointment, employment, promotion, discipline, compensation, removal, resignation, performance evaluation)
- Discuss board membership – Ethics Commission
Special Session
The Hagerstown City Council will meet in a special session to introduce an ordinance setting the real‑property tax rate beginning July 1 2025. The council will also introduce a FY 2025/2026 budget ordinance and vote on purchasing recycling totes from Rehrig Pacific Company. Additional items include a budget review for FY 2026, a discussion of proposed amendments to the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance and Building Excise Tax Ordinance, and a purchase of recycling carts.
- Proclamation of National Police Week
- Discussion of Washington County proposed amendments to the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance (APFO) and the Building Excise Tax Ordinance (BETO)
- FY 2026 budget review
- Purchase of recycling carts
- Approval of purchase of recycling totes from Rehrig Pacific Company
Meeting
The Mayor and Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY 2026 budget and its upcoming schedule. The body will also review proposals regarding sidewalk vending machines and outdoor lodging ordinances.
- FY 2026 Budget Presentation
- Regulations for vending machines on public sidewalks
- Summit Avenue Railroad Crossing
- Revised Ordinance Proposal regarding prohibited lodging out of doors
Meeting
The Mayor and City Council will vote on several high-value contracts for infrastructure, technology, and public safety. The session includes the introduction of ordinances regarding cannabis land use and zoning for the Professional-Office Mixed district.
- Pavement Conditions Survey contract with StreetScan, Inc. for $1,200,321.00
- Motorola Mobile Radios for Fire Department totaling $236,495.62
- ERP subscription and training fees for SpryPoint Services ($207,725.00) and WorkDay, Inc. ($245,378.00)
- Ordinance to modify land use regulation of cannabis enterprises
- Ordinance regarding Commercial Uses and Outdoor Recreation in the POM Zoning District (ZT-2024-04)
Executive Session
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council will meet in executive session to discuss the investment of public funds, two business proposals, and the appointment of a Board Membership for the Ethics Commission.
- Executive Session to consider investment of public funds
- Discussion of two business proposals
- Discussion regarding Board Membership for the Ethics Commission
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council will hold an executive session to close the meeting, then a work session covering several agenda items. Topics include a FY2026 budget review, updates on the Invest Hagerstown initiatives, and discussion of a speed camera contract extension. The council will also review a grant agreement for the Main Street Startup program, a wastewater meter installation at 560 Western Maryland Parkway, and a request for a new water meter serviceperson position.
- FY2026 Budget Review presented by City Administrator and CFO
- Subrecipient Grant Agreement for Main Street Startup Grant Program
- Wastewater Deduct Meter installation for Maryland Cultivation and Processing, LLC at 560 Western Maryland Parkway
- Request for New Position: Water Meter Serviceperson
- Speed Camera Contract Extension/Stopgap Contract
Executive Session
The Hagerstown City Council will hold an executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations. Council members will receive an update on the status of those negotiations. The session is limited to matters related to the negotiations.
- Negotiations update for collective bargaining (item #9)
Meeting
The Mayor and Council will hold a special session to accept purchases for police equipment and lab warranties. A work session will follow to review the FY 2026 budget and discuss several proposed ordinances and zoning amendments.
- FY 2026 Budget Review
- Proposed Lodging Out-of-Doors Ordinance
- Cannabis-related Land Management (LMC) Text Amendments (ZT-2024-03)
- Proposed PUD-R Overlay Map Amendment for Doub Farm Landis Road (ZM-2024-04)
- CDBG Citizen Advisory Committee Recommendations for FY2026 Public Service Grants
Meeting
The Hagerstown Mayor and Council will hold a work session to introduce the FY 2026 budget, discuss an organizational restructuring plan, and review a draft final report on the Safe Streets for All safety action plan.
- Sister City Flag Presentation
- FY 2026 Budget Introduction and Discussion Schedule
- Organizational Restructuring
- Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan - Draft Final Report
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council meeting will consider several unfinished business items, such as amending the Land Management Code and updating property maintenance standards. New business includes introducing ordinances on abandoned vehicles and parking fee rates, and approving resolutions for water easements and the 2025 fireworks schedule. The council will also approve contracts for police vehicles, public works equipment, and utility upgrades.
- Approve ordinance to repeal and reenact Chapter 140 Land Management Code
- Approve ordinance amending Chapter 64 Property Maintenance Standards for pools
- Approve resolution establishing special event parking rates for Hub City Garage and University District Parking Decks
- Approve contract with Submittable Holdings, Inc. for a grant management portal
- Approve police purchase: 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe SSV – $51,961.00; two 2025 Ford Interceptors – $91,600.00
Meeting
The Mayor and Council will hold a work session to discuss city transportation priorities for the Maryland Department of Transportation and a pavement preservation program for FY26-FY28. The body will also review specific property requests and project updates.
- City Transportation Priorities for Maryland Department of Transportation
- Pavement Preservation Program FY26-FY28
- Quit Claim Request for Washington County Transit - Alley 1-35
- Habitat for Humanity pedestrian easement
- Project update and deadlines for 25-31 W. Church Street - MarketPlace, LLC
Executive Session
The Hagerstown City Council will meet in executive session. Council members will consider acquiring real property for a public purpose to improve city operations. They will also discuss personnel matters related to the Board of Zoning Appeals, including appointments and performance evaluations.
- Consider acquisition of real property for a public purpose to improve city operations
- Discuss appointments, employment, promotions, discipline, compensation, and performance evaluations for Board of Zoning Appeals members
Meeting
The Mayor and Council are holding a special session to introduce an ordinance regarding an alley right-of-way. A work session will cover various proposed ordinances, zoning amendments, and funding requests.
- Introduction of Ordinance: Quit Claim of an Alley Right-of-Way at 528 E. Franklin Street
- Proposed Lodging Out of Doors Ordinance
- Proposed Text Amendments Related to Cannabis
- Proposed PUD-R Overlay Map Amendment for Doub Farm on Landis Road (ZM-2024-04)
- Appalachian Regional Commission Funding Request for FY 2026
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council held a work session on March 4, 2025. Council members heard updates on the Doleman Black Heritage Museum, a draft Choice Neighborhoods transformation plan, and the city’s parking system. The session also addressed a Meritus Park fireworks exemption and a quit‑claim for right‑of‑way behind 528 E. Franklin Street.
- Doleman Black Heritage Museum presentation by Project Director Alesia Parson‑McBean
- Presentation of Choice Neighborhoods Draft Transformation Plan by planners and community staff
- Parking System Update
- Meritus Park Fireworks Exemption presented by City Engineer Jim Bender
- Quit Claim: Right‑of‑Way at rear of 528 E. Franklin Street presented by City Engineer Jim Bender
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will consider a series of contract approvals for services such as armored car security, fire equipment, bridge repair, and utilities. Council members will also introduce three new ordinances affecting land management, building construction, and tax‑sale property programs. Several resolutions will be voted on, including a stormwater easement, fee‑simple dedications, and a city‑wide mowing contract for 2025.
- Armored Car Services – Loomis (Palatine, IL) $12,939.48
- Personal Protection Gear Replacement – Witmer Public Safety Group (Coatesville, PA) $34,722.00
- Bridge Repair – Minor Bridge Structure HAG-12 – Brudis & Associates, Inc. (Columbia, MD) $49,730.00
- Skyline Technologies Fiber Installation at UD Deck – Skyline Technology Solutions, LLC (Glen Burnie, MD) $12,718.23
- Approval of City‑Wide Mowing Contract 2025 (3/15/25‑12/15/25)
Executive Session
The Hagerstown City Council will meet in executive session at 4:00 PM on February 18, 2025. Council members will consider a business proposal that involves the investment of public funds. No further details, such as amounts or project names, are provided in the agenda.
- Consideration of a business proposal involving investment of public funds
Executive Session
The Hagerstown City Council held an executive session to close the meeting, then a work session to discuss a range of items. Topics included a donation of a K9 first aid kit, review of the city strategic plan, and several land‑use and utility matters. The council examined amendments to the 2024 Land Management Code, a proposed annexation agreement, and updates to water and wastewater rates and funding.
- 2024 Land Management Code Text Amendments Post Public Hearing Review Guidance – Stephen Bockmiller, Zoning Administrator
- Requested Amendment: Doub Annexation Agreement – Kathleen Maher, Planning and Code Administration; Ann Rotz, City Attorney
- Chapter 224 – Vacant, Abandoned Tax Sale Properties Proposed Changes – Paul Fulk, Neighborhood Services Manager; Amanda Gregg, Business and Community Development Finance Specialist
- Water/Wastewater Rate Model Update – Nancy Hausrath, Director of Utilities
- State Revolving Fund (SRF) for Maryland Department of the Environment Water/Wastewater – Nancy Hausrath, Director of Utilities
Executive Session
The Hagerstown City Council will meet in executive session. Council members will consider a business proposal involving the investment of public funds. They will also discuss personnel matters, including appointments, promotions, and evaluations, and the Board of Zoning Appeals membership.
- Consider investment of public funds – business proposal
- Discuss various personnel matters (appointments, promotions, discipline, compensation, etc.)
- Board of Zoning Appeals membership
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council will hold a special session to vote on police academy tuition and safety platforms. A subsequent work session will cover park improvements, labor contracts, and utility rate models.
- Purchase of tuition for 19 cadets to attend Washington County Police Academy
- Purchase of Flock Safety Platform LPRs
- Memorandum of Understanding with Washington County Forensic Response Team (FRT)
- AFSCME Local 3373 Labor Contract Tentative Agreement
- Water/Wastewater Rate Model Update
Executive Session
The Hagerstown City Council will meet in an executive session. They will consider a loan repayment offer that involves investment of public funds. They will review a business proposal for a company to locate, expand, or remain in the state. They will discuss matters related to collective bargaining for the Local AFSCME 3373 contract negotiations.
- Loan Repayment Offer – investment of public funds
- Business Proposal – potential location, expansion, or retention of a business or industrial organization
- Local AFSCME 3373 Contract Negotiations – collective bargaining matters
Meeting
The council will vote to close the open session so it can discuss items in executive session. In the executive session the council will consider a Black History Month proclamation, the 2025 farmers market season, a location change for the St. Patrick’s Day RunFest that includes road closures, and issues related to abandoned pools and nuisance vehicles.
- Vote to close open session for executive/closed‑session discussion
- Proclamation of Black History Month by Taj Smith and Pastor Les McIntosh
- Discussion of the 2025 Farmers Market season
- Change of location for St. Patrick’s Day RunFest with road closures
- Addressing abandoned pools and nuisance vehicles
Meeting
The City Council and Mayor will hold a work session to review the city’s strategic plan. The discussion will cover community engagement, social issues, diversity, equity and inclusion, arts, civic pride, recognition, and community gardens or green space. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Strategic Plan discussion – topics: community engagement, social issues, diversity, equity and inclusion, arts, civic pride, recognition, community gardens/green space
- City Administrator’s comments
- Mayor and Council comments
Meeting
The Hagerstown City Council will consider and vote on multiple contract renewals and service agreements totaling more than $3 million, such as a $2,200,825 wastewater treatment plant design contract. A public hearing will be held on the Land Management Code Text Amendment (ZT‑2024‑02). The council will also adopt several resolutions, including a Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant with the Hagerstown Housing Authority and a Main Street Startup Grant subrecipients agreement.
- ESO Fire RMS – Incident Management Annual Software Renewal – ESO Solutions (Dallas, TX) $27,365.67
- Security Road Sidewalk Improvements – Concrete Central (Hagerstown, MD) $200,000.00
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades Design, Bidding, and Construction Phase – Black & Veatch (Gaithersburg, MD) $2,200,825.00
- Approval of a Resolution: Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant Agreement with the Hagerstown Housing Authority
- Public Hearing – Land Management Code Text Amendment – ZT‑2024‑02
Executive Session
The Mayor and Council are meeting in executive session to discuss the acquisition of real property for public use. The body will also consider two proposals from business or industrial organizations regarding locating, expanding, or remaining in the state.
- Acquisition of real property for a public purpose
- Two business or industrial organization proposals
Executive Session
The Mayor and City Council will first vote to close the meeting and move into executive session. In the work session, they will discuss a response to Senator Paul Corderman’s letter, review the city’s strategic plan, and consider updates on several grant and housing programs. Items include the MHAA FY2026 grant video, the HIAAA annual report, proposed CDBG action‑plan amendments, a Main Street Startup Grant agreement, a lease‑holdover review, a Noland Village update, and a Choice Neighborhoods program update.
- Vote to close meeting for executive session
- Response to Senator Paul Corderman’s letter
- Proposed CDBG Annual Action Plan amendments to utilize program income
- Subrecipient Grant Agreement for Main Street Startup Grant Program
- Noland Village update – Hagerstown Housing Authority
Executive Session
The council will consider acquiring real property for a public purpose and related matters. It will also consider two business proposals for a business or industrial organization to locate, expand, or remain in the state. Additionally, the council will discuss appointments, employment actions, and compensation matters for appointees and officials, including the Historic District Commission, Hagerstown Loan Review Authority, and Planning Commission.
- Acquisition of real property for a public purpose
- Two business proposals for location, expansion, or retention
- Appointments to the Historic District Commission
- Appointments to the Hagerstown Loan Review Authority
- Appointments to the Planning Commission
Executive Session
The Hagerstown City Council will hold an executive session to vote on closing the meeting, then a work session to review the city’s Strategic Plan, including affordable housing and homelessness, blight and urban revitalization, and water and sewer sustainability. Additional items include a presentation by Save Locomotive 202, a discussion of Workday software, a response to a letter from Senator Paul Corderman, and updates on winter recreation programs, electric rate case, and abandoned swimming pools.
- Strategic Plan – recap of affordable housing/homelessness, blight, urban revitalization, water & sewer sustainability
- Save Locomotive 202 Group Presentation
- Workday Software Discussion with representatives from Workday and SpryPoint
- Response to Senator Paul Corderman’s Letter
- Winter Recreation Programs 2025 presentation