Glenarden public meetings in 2025
27 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Regular Meeting
The Glenarden City Council will consider an emergency ordinance to amend the FY2026 budget to fund a Federal Workers Relief Program and police academy training. It will also consider several resolutions, including establishing the relief program, authorizing a snow‑removal contract, approving catering for the city holiday party, and appointing individuals to the Ethics Board and the Glenarden Housing Authority. Reports from the city manager, public works, code enforcement, police chief, and treasurer will be presented, and a county councilmember will give remarks.
- O-04-2026: Emergency ordinance to amend FY2026 budget for Federal Workers Relief Program and police academy training
- R-08-2026: Resolution to establish the Federal Workers Relief Program
- R-10-2026: Resolution authorizing the mayor or mayor pro tem to execute a snow‑removal services contract
- R-11-2026: Resolution authorizing Cole’s Creative Catering Services for the city’s holiday party
- R-12-2026 to R-17-2026: Resolutions appointing five individuals to the Ethics Board and Glenarden Housing Authority
Council Work Session
The City Council will discuss an emergency budget amendment and a resolution to establish a Federal Worker’s Relief Program. The body is also reviewing contracts for snow removal and catering, as well as several board appointments.
- O-04-2026: Emergency Ordinance to amend FY2026 budget for Federal Worker’s Relief Program
- R-10-2026: Resolution authorizing a contract for snow removal services
- R-11-2026: Resolution authorizing Cole’s Creative Catering Services for the holiday party
- Appointments to the Ethics Board (David Lewis, Andrew Bowns, Wanda Gipson)
- Appointments to the Glenarden Housing Authority (Arlene Lewis, Anthony Foster, Wanda Gipson)
Council Special Public Hearing
The Glenarden City Council is holding a special public hearing to discuss pending legislation. The primary item for consideration is a resolution regarding holiday party services.
- Resolution R-XX-2026: Authorizing event management and décor services for the City of Glenarden’s Holiday Party
Council Work Session
The Glenarden City Council will discuss a presentation on the Glenarden Police Station and consider two animal‑control ordinances: one to raise fines for improperly secured dogs and another to create a nuisance‑behavior provision for animals. Council members will also address a request to discuss retirement for the mayor and councilmembers. The session includes routine items such as adopting the agenda and reviewing reports.
- O-01-2026 ordinance to amend §43-3 of the Code to increase fines for improperly secured dogs
- O-02-2026 ordinance to add a new section to Chapter 43 of the Code covering nuisance behavior by animals
- Presentation on the Glenarden Police Station
- Discussion request on retirement for the mayor and councilmembers
- Motion to adopt the agenda
Council Regular Meeting
The Glenarden City Council will consider ordinances to increase fines for improperly secured dogs and add nuisance behavior definitions, along with resolutions for stop sign cameras, surplus property declaration, and a curb cut permit.
- Ordinance to increase fines for improperly secured dogs
- Ordinance to add nuisance behavior definitions for animals
- Resolution to identify stop sign camera locations
- Resolution to declare city property as surplus
- Resolution to grant permit approval for 8805 Glenarden Parkway curb cut
Council Work Session
The City Council will discuss ordinances regarding dog security and animal nuisance behavior. The body is also reviewing resolutions for the sale of surplus property and the placement of stop sign cameras.
- O-01-2026: Increase fines for improperly secured dogs
- O-02-2026: New section on nuisance behavior by animals
- R-06-2026: Authorization to sell Lots 34–39 in Block D on McLain Avenue
- R-04-2026: Identification of stop sign camera locations
- R-07-2026: Permit approval for 8805 Glenarden Parkway curb cut
Council Special Public Hearing
The Glenarden City Council will vote on two resolutions. One resolution authorizes a contract with Chezlaross Hospitality to provide catering services. The other resolution authorizes hiring Mac & Son Tree Expert, Inc. for tree services. The meeting also includes a period for citizen comments on pending legislation.
- Resolution R-01-2026: Contract with Chezlaross Hospitality for catering services
- Resolution R-02-2026: Hire Mac & Son Tree Expert, Inc. for tree services
- Citizen comments on pending legislation
Council Special Work Session (Virtual)
The Glenarden City Council will consider two resolutions during the special work session. One resolution (R-XX-2026) proposes a contract with Chezlaross Hospitality for catering services for Glenarden Day. The other resolution (R-XX-2026) proposes hiring Mac & Son Tree Expert, Inc. for tree services. Both items are slated for vote in this meeting.
- Resolution R-XX-2026 to contract with Chezlaross Hospitality for Glenarden Day catering
- Resolution R-XX-2026 to hire Mac & Son Tree Expert, Inc. for tree services
Council Regular Meeting (In- Person)
The City Council will meet to adopt previous minutes and consider two resolutions. One resolution concerns the council's recess and the other involves a rental agreement for entertainment rides.
- R-66-2025: Rental agreement with Fantasy World Entertainment for Glenarden Day rides
- R-64-2025: Resolution authorizing City Council to break for recess
Council Special Regular Session (In-Person)
The Glenarden City Council will vote on two resolutions to appoint the Mayor and the Mayor Pro Tem. The Council will also consider an emergency ordinance to amend the existing parking regulation for work and commercial vehicles in residential and public areas. The meeting includes standard procedural items and may enter closed session if needed.
- R-67-2025 – Resolution to select the Mayor
- R-68-2025 – Resolution to select the Mayor Pro Tem
- O-10-2025 – Emergency ordinance to amend Ordinance O-04-2025, regulating parking of work vehicles and prohibiting commercial vehicle parking in residential and public areas
Council Special Work Session
The Glenarden City Council will consider two emergency ordinances. One ordinance (O‑14‑2025) would approve the FY 2026 budget. The other ordinance (O‑10‑2025) would amend Ordinance O‑04‑2025 to change parking regulations for work and commercial vehicles in residential and public areas. Both items are scheduled for vote during the special regular session.
- O‑14‑2025 – Emergency ordinance to adopt the FY 2026 budget
- O‑10‑2025 – Emergency ordinance to amend parking regulations for work and commercial vehicles (amends O‑04‑2025)
Council Work Session
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider ordinances regarding city code amendments and animal nuisance behavior. The body will also discuss the placement of speedbumps and Flock cameras, as well as a $40,000 grant for public safety services.
- O-12-2025: Ordinance to amend Section 43-3 of the Glenarden City Code
- O-13-2025: Ordinance regarding nuisance behavior by animals
- R-65-2025: Amendment to a $40,000 GOCCP grant for live video and license plate recognition services
- Discussion of 8807 Glenarden Parkway curb cut
- Discussion of police station update and Flock camera placement
Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Hearing – (In-Person)
The City Council will hold a public hearing to review the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The meeting is scheduled for May 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM.
- Review of Fiscal Year 2026 budget
- Citizens comments on 2026 Budget
- Council President Derek Curtis, II presiding
- Potential closed session under Maryland law
Council Regular Meeting (In- Person)
The Glenarden City Council will consider several items, including an emergency ordinance to amend parking rules for work vehicles, a resolution to revise Gold Room fee schedules, and a resolution to accept a $40,000 grant from the Governor’s Office of Crime Control and Prevention for police video and license‑plate recognition services. The council will also consider authorizing speed bumps, capital improvements at the American Legion Post 275, and extending a contract with Municipal Grant Services. Additional reports from the mayor, city manager, public works, code enforcement, police chief, and treasurer will be presented, followed by citizen comments.
- Emergency Ordinance O-10-2025 to amend parking of work vehicles in residential and public areas
- Resolution R-60-2025 to accept a $40,000 grant for police live video and license‑plate recognition services (Flock Group, Inc.)
- Resolution R-61-2025 to authorize NZI Construction Corporation to install speed bumps
- Resolution R-62-2025 to authorize S & R Management to perform capital improvements at American Legion Post 275
- Resolution R-63-2025 to extend the contract with Municipal Grant Services
Council Public Hearing (In-Person)
The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss pending legislation. The session includes proposals regarding vehicle parking regulations, facility fees, and public safety technology.
- O-10-2025: Ordinance to amend commercial and work vehicle parking regulations
- R-60-2025: $40,000 grant from GOCCP for Flock Group live video and license plate recognition
- R-59-2025: Revision of rules and fee schedules for the Gold Room
- R-61-2025: Authorization for NZI Construction Corporation to install speed bumps
- R-62-2025: Capital improvements at the American Legion of Glenarden Post 275 by S & R Management
Council Work Session (Virtual)
The Glenarden City Council work session will consider several resolutions, including an emergency ordinance on parking of work vehicles, revisions to the Gold Room fee schedules, and a $40,000 grant from the Governor’s Office of Crime Control and Prevention for police surveillance equipment and license‑plate‑recognition services. Additional items include authorizing speed‑bump installations on specific streets and extending a contract with Municipal Grant Services. Reports from the mayor, city manager, code enforcement, police chief, and treasurer will be presented, followed by discussions on budget, constant yield, the Gold Room, and the RPP pilot program.
- R-60-2025: Accept $40,000 grant for police surveillance equipment and license‑plate‑recognition services.
- R-61-2025: Authorize NZI Construction Corporation to install speed bumps under the Speed Bump Pilot Program.
- R-62-2025: Authorize speed‑bump installation on Glenarden Parkway, Sir Michael Place, and Geaton Park Place.
- R-64-2025: Extend the contract with Municipal Grant Services.
- O-10-2025: Emergency ordinance to amend parking regulations for work and commercial vehicles in residential and public areas.
Council Regular Meeting (In-Person)
The City Council will vote on ordinances regarding commercial vehicle parking and the implementation of stop sign monitoring systems. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure proposals and personnel appointments.
- O-11-2025: Ordinance to implement stop sign monitoring systems
- O-10-2025: Emergency ordinance regulating work and commercial vehicle parking
- R-53-2025, R-54-2025, R-55-2025: NZI Construction proposals for Church Street, Glenarden Parkway, and Hayes Street
- R-32-2025: Resolution for CPJA to complete a feasibility study for a new police building
- R-34-2025: Resolution to increase retirement benefits for city employees
Council Public Hearing (In Person)
At the April 15 public hearing, the Glenarden City Council will vote on several emergency ordinances and resolutions. Items include an emergency ordinance to amend parking rules for work vehicles, a new stop‑sign monitoring system ordinance, and resolutions authorizing sidewalk and asphalt projects on Church Street, Glenarden Parkway, and Hayes Street. The council will also consider a resolution to increase retirement benefits for city employees and appointments to the election board.
- O-10-2025 Emergency Ordinance to amend parking of work vehicles (Councilman Herring)
- O-11-2025 Emergency Ordinance adding stop‑sign monitoring and red‑light camera fine provisions (Councilwoman Jones)
- R-53-2025 Resolution approving NZI Construction proposal for new sidewalk on Church Street (Councilman Herring)
- R-54-2025 Resolution approving NZI Construction proposal for sidewalk repairs on Glenarden Parkway from Dellwood Avenue to Echols Avenue (Councilman Herring)
- R-34-2025 Resolution authorizing increase of retirement benefits for city employees (Council President Curtis)
Council Work Session (Virtual)
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several emergency ordinances and resolutions. Key items include new traffic monitoring systems and updates to employee retirement benefits.
- O-11-2025: Ordinance to implement stop sign monitoring systems
- O-10-2025: Emergency ordinance regulating work and commercial vehicle parking
- R-32-2025: Resolution for CPJA to complete a feasibility study for a new police building
- R-34-2025: Resolution to increase retirement benefits for city employees
- R-41-2025: Resolution to revise rules and fee schedules for the Gold Room
Council Regular Meeting
The Glenarden City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including an ordinance to increase council members' stipend, a budget amendment to reallocate FY 2025 expenses, and an emergency ordinance changing residential parking permit guidelines. Additional items include resolutions to accept a construction contract for an elevator, to purchase a code‑enforcement vehicle, and to declare surplus city property for auction. The meeting also includes standard reports, a discussion on city parking, and citizen comments.
- O-06-2025: Ordinance to increase the stipend of City Council members
- O-07-2025: Ordinance to amend the FY 25 budget for expense reallocation
- O-08-2025: Emergency ordinance to amend residential parking permit guidelines
- R-45-2025: Resolution accepting Corenic Construction to build an elevator
- R-46-2025: Resolution authorizing purchase of a code‑enforcement vehicle
Council Public Hearing (In Person)
The Glenarden City Council will discuss several ordinances, including a stipend increase for council members, a FY 25 budget reallocation, and an emergency change to residential parking permit procedures. Resolutions on extending the property‑tax rebate, creating a federal worker relief program, adopting new police department orders, and approving an elevator construction contract with Corenic Construction will also be considered.
- Ordinance O‑06‑2025 to increase the City Council stipend
- Ordinance O‑07‑2025 to amend the FY 25 budget for expense reallocation
- Emergency Ordinance O‑08‑2025 to amend residential parking permit guidelines
- Resolution R‑45‑2025 to accept Corenic Construction to build an elevator
- Resolution R‑44‑2025 to declare city property surplus and approve auction
Council Work Session
The Glenarden City Council will hold a public hearing to consider ordinances regarding council stipends, budget reallocation, and residential parking permits. The session includes resolutions to extend a property tax rebate program and establish a federal worker's relief program. The council will also discuss expungement and review surplus property declarations.
- Ordinance to increase City Council stipend
- Ordinance to amend FY 25 budget for expense reallocation
- Emergency ordinance to amend residential parking permit guidelines
- Resolution to extend property tax rebate program to homeowners
- Resolution to establish a federal worker's relief program
Council Regular Meeting (In- Person)
The City Council will meet to discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including budget changes and employee benefits. The body will also consider resolutions regarding immigrant communities and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
- O-06-2025: Ordinance to increase the City Council stipend
- O-07-2025: Emergency Ordinance to reallocate expenses in the FY 25 Budget
- R-34-2025: Resolution to increase retirement benefits for City employees
- R-37-2025: Resolution safeguarding immigrant communities
- R-38-2025: Resolution affirming commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives
Council Public Hearing (Virtual)
The City of Glenarden Council is holding a public hearing to receive citizen comments on pending legislation. The items include proposed changes to council pay, the FY 25 budget, and employee retirement benefits.
- O-06-2025: Ordinance to increase the stipend of the City Council
- O-07-2025: Emergency Ordinance to amend the FY 25 Budget for expense reallocation
- R-34-2025: Resolution to increase retirement benefits for City employees
- R-37-2025: Resolution safeguarding immigrant communities
- R-38-2025: Resolution affirming commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives
City of Glenarden Work Session
The Glenarden City Council will vote on an emergency ordinance to reallocate FY 2025 budget expenses and on an ordinance to raise council members' stipend. It will also consider resolutions on retirement benefits, election board appointments, and community‑safety matters. A discussion item concerns Zion Church's use of the Gold Room for events.
- O-07-2025: Emergency Ordinance to amend FY 2025 budget for expense reallocation
- O-06-2025: Ordinance to increase the stipend of City Council members
- R-34-2025: Resolution authorizing increased retirement benefits for city employees
- R-36-2025: Resolution appointing Donna Herring to the Glenarden Election Board
- Topic: Use of Gold Room by Zion Church for ongoing community events
Council Regular Meeting
The Glenarden City Council will consider an ordinance to renew the cable franchise for Comcast of Maryland, LLC and authorize a franchise agreement. It will also consider an ordinance regulating parking of work vehicles and prohibiting commercial vehicles in residential and public areas. Additional resolutions address appointments to the Election Board, a feasibility study for a police building, an elevator construction contract, retirement benefits, and a contract for American Rescue Plan project management services. The meeting follows standard procedural items such as adoption of the agenda and minutes.
- Ordinance O-05-2025: Renew Comcast of Maryland, LLC cable franchise and authorize franchise agreement
- Ordinance O-04-2025: Regulate parking of work vehicles and prohibit commercial vehicles in residential/public areas
- Resolution R-32-2025: Authorize Gordian to complete feasibility study for police building
- Resolution R-33-2025: Accept Nichols Contracting to build elevator
- Resolution R-35-2025: Draft and award contract to Thomas Michael LLC for American Rescue Plan project management services
Council Public Hearing
The Glenarden City Council held a public hearing to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Items include a work‑vehicle parking ordinance, a renewal of the Comcast cable franchise, appointments to the Election Board, and authorizations for a police‑building feasibility study, an elevator contract, retirement‑benefit changes, and an ARP project‑management contract. The council will vote on each item during the meeting.
- Ordinance O-04-2025: Regulate parking of work vehicles and prohibit commercial vehicles in residential areas
- Ordinance O-05-2025: Renew the cable franchise for Comcast of Maryland, LLC
- Resolution R-32-2025: Authorize Gordian to complete feasibility study for police building
- Resolution R-33-2025: Accept Nichols Contracting to build elevator
- Resolution R-34-2025: Increase retirement benefits for city employees