Hyattsville, Maryland

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

Age Friendly Work Group

Race and Equity Task Force

Shade Tree Board

Board of Supervisors of Election

Ethics Commission

Hyattsville Environment Committee

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Police and Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will meet to review a presentation on the Hyattsville Police Department's use of Flock. The meeting includes a Q&A session and a general department update from Chief Towers.

• Presentation and Q&A on department use of Flock
• Department update from Chief Jarod Towers

Board of Supervisors of Election

Educational Facilities Task Force

Race and Equity Task Force

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

Code Compliance Advisory Board

Planning Committee

Education Advisory Committee

El Education Advisory Committee se reúne para coordinar los próximos recursos y la planificación estudiantil. El organismo analizará la colecta de mochilas de 2026 y la feria universitaria/técnica, así como la colaboración con el Youth Advisory Council.

• Colecta de mochilas de 2026
• Feria universitaria/técnica de 2026
• Principals' Luncheon
• Prioridades y planificación para el otoño de 2026
• Colaboración con el Youth Advisory Council

Educational Facilities Task Force

El Comité de Instalaciones Educativas se reunirá para aprobar las actas anteriores y discutir una carta dirigida a la Junta de Educación de PGCPS.

• Aprobación de las actas del 21 de mayo de 2026
• Discusión de la carta a la PGCPS BOE

Board of Supervisors of Election

La Junta de Supervisores de Elecciones llevará a cabo una reunión virtual para aprobar las actas del 15 de abril de 2026 y realizar una revisión final de las multas por remoción de nieve. La agenda incluye una discusión sobre la colaboración con el Race and Equity Task Force.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 15 de abril de 2026
• Memorando de multas por remoción de nieve (revisión final y aprobación)
• Discusión sobre la colaboración con el Race and Equity Task Force

Ethics Commission

La Comisión de Ética de Hyattsville llevará a cabo una reunión virtual para aprobar las actas anteriores y revisar las declaraciones financieras. La sesión también incluirá asuntos nuevos.

• Aprobación de las actas
• Revisión de la declaración financiera
• Discusión de asuntos nuevos

Hyattsville Environment Committee

El Comité de Medio Ambiente de Hyattsville revisará las opciones de reducción de residuos para el Departamento de Obras Públicas como seguimiento a puntos de acción previos. También considerará ideas para aumentar la participación de los residentes en los programas ambientales de la ciudad. Discusiones adicionales cubrirán una posible mesa informativa en el evento Summer Jam y un anuncio sobre la Prince George’s County Climate Stewards Academy.

• Opciones de reducción de residuos para consideración del DPW/Ciudad
• Lluvia de ideas sobre formas de aumentar la participación de los residentes en programas ambientales
• Discusión sobre una mesa informativa en el evento Summer Jam (materiales necesarios)
• Anuncio de Prince George’s County Climate Stewards Academy (fecha límite de solicitud: 20 de julio de 2026)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal discutirá una solicitud de Pago en Lugar de Impuestos (PILOT) para Sanctuary at Hyattsville Crossing. El cuerpo también votará sobre varios contratos de servicios y apropiaciones de subvenciones para el año fiscal 2027 (FY27).

• Presentación con respecto a una solicitud de Pago en Lugar de Impuestos (PILOT) para Pennrose - Sanctuary at Hyattsville Crossing
• Contrato con Northstar Tutoring para servicios juveniles que no excederá los $80,000
• Gasto para Servicios de Mantenimiento de Césped Profesional (PLMS) que no excederá los $146,000
• Gasto para el mantenimiento de aguas pluviales de Environmental Quality Resources (EQR) que no excederá los $97,000
• Solicitud de varianza para 3000 Jamestown Rd con respecto al área del lote y la profundidad del patio

City Council

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo una reunión regular para recibir una presentación con respecto a la Resolución 2026-02. Esta resolución se refiere a la emisión de bonos de reembolso para el University Town Center Special Taxing District (UTC).

• Presentación de la Resolución 2026-02: Emisión de Bonos de Reembolso para el University Town Center Special Taxing District (UTC)

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor de Ciudadanos de Policía y Seguridad Pública se reunirá virtualmente para discutir recomendaciones finales sobre una estrategia de comunicación para recursos de inmigración, una actualización sobre la membresía del comité y una discusión sobre los sistemas de cámaras Flock. La reunión incluye comentarios públicos y una actualización del departamento de policía por parte del Jefe Towers. No hay votaciones programadas; los puntos son solo para discusión.

• Compartir recomendaciones finales sobre la estrategia de comunicación para recursos de inmigración
• Actualización sobre la membresía del comité
• Discusión sobre los sistemas de cámaras Flock
• Actualización del Departamento de Policía por parte del Jefe Towers
• Se permiten comentarios públicos

Board of Supervisors of Election

La Junta de Supervisores de Hyattsville llevará a cabo su reunión regular el 7 de julio de 2026 a las 4 p.m. en el Multipurpose Room de City Building, 4310 Gallatin Street. La agenda incluye la llamada al orden, comentarios del público, aprobación de las actas, una actualización de investigación sobre la votación por orden de preferencia (RCV) y asuntos nuevos. No se detallan acciones o decisiones específicas en la agenda.

• Llamada al orden
• Comentarios del público
• Aprobación de las actas
• Actualización de investigación sobre RCV
• Asuntos nuevos

Shade Tree Board

La Junta de Árboles de Sombra aprobará las actas de junio y revisará los permisos y las eliminaciones ilegales de árboles. La junta también discutirá la finalización de una tarjeta de reporte de árboles, un plan de árboles patrimoniales y una posible fusión con el Comité Ambiental.

• Revisión de permisos aprobados, denegaciones y eliminaciones ilegales de árboles
• Discusión de un plan de árboles patrimoniales
• Consideración de una posible fusión con el Comité Ambiental
• Planificación para la plantación de árboles de reemplazo en otoño
• Planes de personal para eventos de otoño

Age Friendly Work Group

El Grupo de Trabajo Age-Friendly discutirá actualizaciones sobre la programación de envejecimiento y bienestar para el verano de 2026, que incluye una barbacoa, un proyecto de historia oral y caminatas. Las actualizaciones clave incluyen la recepción de una subvención FY27 NORC del Maryland Department of Aging y un puesto de coordinador permanente. El grupo también recibió una visita de sitio para el Enhanced Mobility Program.

• Recepción de la subvención FY27 NORC del Maryland Department of Aging
• Visita de sitio del Enhanced Mobility Program el 22 de junio
• Puesto de Coordinador de Servicios de Envejecimiento y Bienestar permanente (tiempo completo)
• Barbacoa de verano en Driskell Park el 30 de junio
• Viaje intergeneracional a Planet Word en Washington D.C. el 16 de julio

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor de Salud, Bienestar y Recreación de Hyattsville considerará la enmienda y aprobación de las actas de su reunión del 22 de mayo. También discutirá los próximos eventos de la Serie de Oradores (Speaker Series), incluyendo un programa de nutrición con una nueva fecha, un Bike Rodeo, una presentación sobre microplásticos y un Día de Embellecimiento Vecinal/Medio Ambiente. La agenda contempla breves comentarios públicos y cualquier asunto nuevo antes de la sesión de clausura.

• Enmendar/Aprobar las actas de la reunión del 22 de mayo
• Speaker Series – Programa de nutrición (nueva fecha)
• Speaker Series – Bike Rodeo
• Speaker Series – Presentación sobre microplásticos
• Speaker Series – Día de Embellecimiento Vecinal/Medio Ambiente

Race and Equity Task Force

El Grupo de Trabajo de Raza y Equidad discutirá el Programa de Cumplimiento Automatizado, centrándose en las implicaciones de equidad, y recibirá actualizaciones del Concejo Municipal y del Oficial de Equidad. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de actas pasadas y la planificación de un evento de proyección de un documental.

• Aprobación de las actas de las reuniones de febrero y mayo
• Discusión sobre el Programa de Cumplimiento Automatizado con el Teniente Edwin Ramierez
• Actualizaciones de la reunión del Concejo Municipal por parte de la Presidenta Clemonts
• Actualización del Oficial de Equidad por parte del Enlace Louimarre
• Discusión sobre el evento de proyección de un documental

Education Advisory Committee

El comité realizará un pase de lista y elegirá a un Guardián de Registros. Se han programado actualizaciones sobre la campaña de mochilas de 2026, la feria de universidades/oficios, el almuerzo de directores y los recortes de inmersión.

• Elección de Guardián de Registros
• Actualización de la campaña de mochilas de 2026
• Actualización de la feria de universidades/oficios de 2026
• Actualización del Almuerzo de Directores
• Actualización de los recortes de inmersión

Educational Facilities Task Force

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor de Ciudadanos de la Policía y Seguridad Pública discutirá y compartirá recomendaciones finales sobre una estrategia de comunicación para los recursos de inmigración. La reunión también incluye una actualización sobre la membresía del comité y una discusión sobre temas próximos, junto con una actualización departamental del Jefe Towers.

• Compartir las recomendaciones finales sobre la estrategia de comunicación para los recursos de inmigración
• Actualización sobre la membresía del comité
• Discusión sobre temas próximos de PPSAC
• Actualización del Hyattsville Police Department por parte del Jefe Jarod Towers

Planning Committee

El Comité de Planificación discutirá una solicitud de PILOT revisada para Sanctuary at Hyattsville Crossing, un proyecto de vivienda asequible de dos fases que suma un total de 120 unidades en terrenos de la iglesia cerca de la estación de Metro Hyattsville Crossing. El desarrollador propone un PILOT de 40 años a $187 por unidad al año, generando $14,362 en nuevos ingresos fiscales para la ciudad en el primer año. El comité también aprobará las actas del 17 de marzo de 2026 y recibirá actualizaciones sobre varios proyectos de desarrollo.

• Solicitud de PILOT revisada para Sanctuary at Hyattsville Crossing: fase 1 de 77 unidades (personas mayores y familias) y fase 2 de 43 unidades, con un pago propuesto de $187/unidad/año durante 40 años
• Ingresos fiscales proyectados de la ciudad de $14,362 en el primer año, aumentando anualmente; la propiedad de la iglesia actualmente paga $0
• PILOT aprobado previamente en abril de 2025 pero el alcance cambió; el desarrollador ahora solicita un nuevo PILOT para el plan actualizado de dos fases
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del Comité de Planificación del 17 de marzo de 2026
• Actualizaciones de desarrollo sobre Canvas Garage, 5504 Baltimore Ave (Federalist Pig), 5516 Baltimore Ave, The Crossing at Gateway y Mt Hermon Masonic Lodge

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

El Hyattsville Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee discutirá y compartirá recomendaciones finales sobre una estrategia de comunicación para los recursos de inmigración. El comité también recibirá actualizaciones sobre su membresía y discutirá temas futuros, junto con una actualización del departamento por parte del Jefe de Policía.

• Recomendaciones finales sobre la estrategia de comunicación para recursos de inmigración
• Actualización sobre la membresía del comité
• Discusión sobre próximos temas de PPSAC
• Actualización del Departamento de Policía por parte del Jefe Jarod Towers

Ethics Commission

La Comisión de Ética de Hyattsville lleva a cabo una reunión virtual para revisar las declaraciones financieras y aprobar el acta. No se detallan propuestas ni decisiones específicas en la agenda.

• Revisión de declaraciones financieras
• Aprobación del acta
• Asuntos nuevos

Hyattsville Environment Committee

El Comité de Medio Ambiente de Hyattsville se reunirá virtualmente para analizar opciones de reducción de residuos para el Departamento de Obras Públicas, informar sobre el alcance a las comunidades de habla hispana tras un panel de Sustainable Maryland y proponer formas de aumentar la participación de los residentes en programas ambientales. La agenda también incluye la presencia con un puesto informativo en Summer Jam y temas de rutina como la aprobación de las actas de mayo.

• Seguimiento de las opciones de reducción de residuos para la consideración del DPW/Ciudad
• Informe sobre el alcance a las comunidades de habla hispana/hispanas tras el panel de Sustainable Maryland
• Discusión sobre el aumento de la participación de los residentes en los programas ambientales de Hyattsville
• Presencia con un puesto informativo en el evento Summer Jam – materiales necesarios

City Council

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo una segunda lectura y votará para adoptar el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 (Ordenanza 2026-01). También presentan una resolución para emitir hasta $12.5 millones en bonos de reembolso para el University Town Center Special Taxing District, lo que podría reducir los impuestos especiales para los propietarios de inmuebles. Otros puntos de acción incluyen la autorización de una carta a la Prince George's County Board of Education apoyando programas de inmersión lingüística y la aprobación de artículos de consentimiento de rutina.

• Adopción del presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 (Ordenanza 2026-01, segunda lectura)
• Primera lectura de la resolución para emitir hasta $12.5M en bonos de reembolso para el University Town Center Special Taxing District
• Carta a la Prince George's County Board of Education apoyando programas de inmersión lingüística, incluyendo el Cesar Chavez Dual Spanish Immersion Program
• Aceptación de $23,806.92 del FY25 BJA Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant para chalecos antibalas de la policía
• Memorando de Entendimiento con Mount Rainier para servicios de limpieza de calles a $850 por día

Shade Tree Board

La Junta de Árboles de Sombra revisará permisos aprobados, denegaciones y remociones ilegales. La reunión incluye discusiones sobre una Lista de Verificación de Tarjetas de Informe de Árboles y una posible fusión con el Comité Ambiental.

• Revisión de permisos aprobados, denegaciones y remociones ilegales
• Finalización de la Lista de Verificación de Tarjetas de Informe de Árboles
• Discusión sobre la posible fusión de la Junta de Árboles de Sombra con el Comité Ambiental
• Introducción de Defensores de la Cuenca (DDLC)

Board of Supervisors of Election

La Junta de Supervisores de Elecciones de Hyattsville se reunirá para aprobar las actas, recibir una actualización del secretario sobre una vacante en la carta/código y escuchar una actualización de investigación sobre la votación por orden de preferencia (RCV). La agenda es principalmente de carácter procesal sin decisiones vinculantes programadas.

• Actualización del secretario sobre la vacante en la carta/código
• Actualización de la investigación sobre la votación por orden de preferencia (RCV)

The Board of Supervisors of Elections discussed research on Instant Runoff Voting and a charter vacancy but took no substantive action. The next meeting is scheduled for July 7.

• Unanimously approved June 3 meeting minutes
• No action taken on charter/code vacancy timeline
• Research on RCV to continue with updates in July
• Next meeting scheduled for July 7

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor de Salud, Bienestar y Recreación se reunirá para aprobar las actas de abril y recibir actualizaciones sobre los próximos eventos, incluyendo un programa de nutrición, un rodeo de bicicletas, una discusión sobre microplásticos y un día de embellecimiento del vecindario. La agenda es de rutina sin decisiones importantes ni partidas financieras.

• Enmendar/aprobar las actas de la reunión del 23 de abril
• Eventos de la serie de conferenciantes: programa de nutrición (nueva fecha), rodeo de bicicletas, microplásticos, día de embellecimiento del vecindario/medio ambiente
• Periodo de comentarios públicos (2 minutos por orador)

Race and Equity Task Force

Esta es una reunión de carácter procesal del Grupo de Trabajo de Raza y Equidad de Hyattsville. Los puntos incluyen la aprobación de las actas anteriores, la discusión de actualizaciones recientes del Concejo Municipal, la planificación de la participación en eventos de verano y una actualización de la Oficial de Equidad. No hay decisiones vinculantes ni votaciones programadas.

• Discusión sobre la participación del RETF en eventos de verano
• Actualización de la Enlace de la Oficial de Equidad Louimarre
• Discusión sobre actualizaciones de reuniones recientes del Concejo
• Periodo de comentarios públicos al inicio de la reunión

The Race and Equity Task Force met on May 27, 2026, and approved an agenda amendment and the previous month's minutes. No substantive policy decisions were made; the group discussed equity implications of the city's automated stop-sign camera program and discretionary fund transparency, and planned summer outreach events. Co-chair Amador Renard announced his resignation, and the group agreed to hold co-chair elections at the next meeting.

• Approved agenda amendment to include a Climate Action Plan update (unanimous)
• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to invite a city official to present on automated stop-sign camera site selection
• Assigned members to staff summer events: Juneteenth Summer Jam (Amador Renard), Soccer Watch Party (Garth), Backyard BBQ (Medallo)
• Planned to hold co-chair voting at the next meeting
• Directed staff to follow up on discretionary fund transparency and website information

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Hyattsville llevará a cabo una reunión regular, que incluye una presentación sobre el plan maestro de parques Formula 2040 (sin decisión) y una proclama para el Día Nacional de Concientización sobre la Violencia con Armas de Fuego. Bajo los artículos por consentimiento, el concejo votará para autorizar un contrato de reparación de infraestructura de aguas pluviales de $1,000,000 con NZI Construction y un segundo acuerdo con WMATA para horas extras de HPD. Adicionalmente, las designaciones al Common Ownership Community Advisory Committee y varios desembolsos de fondos discrecionales para eventos comunitarios y señalización de 988 están en la agenda.

• Adjudicación de contrato de reparación de infraestructura de aguas pluviales a NZI Construction, no exceder de $1,000,000
• Segundo acuerdo entre WMATA y HPD para horas extras de policía
• Designación de 7 residentes y 2 enlaces del concejo al Common Ownership Community Advisory Committee
• Desembolso de $200 de fondos discrecionales del alcalde y múltiples fondos de distritos (total ~$4,650) para señalización de 988, evento Pride, cascos de bicicleta, eventos de la Copa Mundial y reuniones comunitarias
• Presentación de Formula 2040: Function Master Plan for Parks, Recreation and Open Space (M-NCPPC)

The Hyattsville City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda that included a $1 million stormwater infrastructure repair contract with NZI Construction, a WMATA agreement for police overtime, and numerous ward discretionary fund disbursements. They also adopted a proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day and appointed members to the Common Ownership Community Advisory Committee. Public comments focused on concerns about ICE expansion at the Metro One Building.

• Approved minutes of April 22 and 27, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted National Gun Violence Awareness Day proclamation (unanimous)
• Appointed Council President Solomon and Vice President Redmond as liaisons, plus 7 residents to Common Ownership Community Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Authorized second agreement with WMATA for HPD overtime (unanimous, consent agenda)
• Awarded $1M stormwater infrastructure repair contract to NZI Construction (unanimous, consent agenda)
• Approved $200 Mayor discretionary funds for 988 signage (unanimous, consent agenda)
• Approved $1,000 Ward 2 discretionary funds for World Cup events at Streetcar 82 and Franklins (unanimous, consent agenda)
• Approved multiple other ward discretionary fund disbursements for events, supplies, and beautification (unanimous, consent agenda)

Age Friendly Work Group

El Grupo de Trabajo Age-Friendly Hyattsville discutirá los próximos programas de bienestar para personas mayores y eventos comunitarios a los que los residentes pueden asistir. El grupo también revisará actualizaciones sobre talleres legales y de seguridad y la subvención de la NORC para el año fiscal 27 del Maryland Department of Aging. No se han programado votaciones vinculantes ni cambios de política para esta sesión.

• Lanzamiento de primavera del Golden Voices of Hyattsville Oral History Project
• Eventos comunitarios de junio que incluyen un recorrido por Lake Artemesia y una barbacoa de verano en Driskell Park
• Actualizaciones sobre la subvención de la FY27 NORC del Maryland Department of Aging
• Anuncios para la clínica de documentos legales del 26 de mayo y el taller de seguridad contra incendios del 18 de mayo
• Programación para las reuniones del grupo de trabajo del 26 de junio y el 24 de julio

Educational Facilities Task Force

Esta reunión del Educational Facilities Task Force recibirá actualizaciones sobre la construcción de Hyattsville Elementary School y su espacio temporal (swing space). El comité también aprobará las actas de la reunión del 19 de marzo de 2026. Se permite el comentario público durante toda la reunión.

• Aprobación de las actas del 03/19/2026
• Actualización de la construcción de Hyattsville Elementary School
• Actualización del espacio temporal (swing space) de Hyattsville Elementary School

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Hyattsville discutirá una propuesta de enmienda al presupuesto del año fiscal 27 para aumentar el ajuste por costo de vida de los empleados de la ciudad del 2% al 2.5%. Se ha programado una presentación sobre los esfuerzos de mitigación del tráfico. La reunión también incluirá una sesión cerrada para discutir la evaluación de desempeño y la compensación de un empleado. El comentario público estará disponible al inicio de la reunión.

• Presentación sobre los esfuerzos de mitigación del tráfico por parte del Departamento de Obras Públicas
• Discusión de la Enmienda al Presupuesto del año fiscal 27 para aumentar el COLA del 2% al 2.5% para los empleados de la ciudad
• Moción para cerrar la reunión para la evaluación de desempeño y compensación de un empleado bajo las leyes de Maryland
• Periodo de comentarios públicos con un límite de 2 minutos por orador

Planning Committee

Education Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor de Educación de Hyattsville aprobará la agenda de la reunión y las actas del 16 de abril, luego recibirá actualizaciones sobre la campaña de mochilas de 2026, la feria de universidades/oficios y el almuerzo para directores. El comité discutirá posibles recortes a un programa de inmersión y considerará una asociación con el Comité Asesor de Juventud. La reunión concluye con comentarios del público y planes para una reunión virtual el 15 de junio.

• Aprobación de la agenda de la reunión
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 16 de abril de 2026
• Actualizaciones sobre la campaña de mochilas de 2026
• Discusión de posibles recortes al programa de inmersión
• Consideración de una asociación con el Youth Advisory Committee

The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the April 16 minutes. A motion to partner with the Youth Advisory Committee was approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote. A new recordkeeper will be chosen at the June meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimously)
• Approved April 16, 2026 minutes (unanimously)
• Approved Youth Advisory Committee partnership (unanimously)
• Approved adjournment (unanimously)

Youth Advisory Council

El Consejo Asesor Juvenil llevará a cabo su última reunión de la cohorte 2025-26, revisando actas anteriores y discutiendo actualizaciones. Los temas clave incluyen una reunión planificada con el equipo de CBED sobre el Plan de Arte Público de la ciudad, una iniciativa de videos tutoriales y la propuesta de señalización de salud mental/988 en áreas comunes de Hyattsville. El consejo también recibirá comentarios del público.

• Revisión de las actas de la reunión del 9 de abril
• Actualización del personal sobre la reunión con el equipo de CBED con respecto al Plan de Arte Público (19 de mayo)
• Discusión de la iniciativa de videos tutoriales de YAC
• Propuesta para señalización de salud mental/988 en áreas comunes de Hyattsville
• Periodo de comentarios públicos (5 minutos)

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor de Ciudadanos de la Policía y Seguridad Pública se reunirá virtualmente el 13 de mayo de 2026. Se espera que finalicen las recomendaciones sobre una estrategia de comunicación para los recursos de inmigración. La agenda también incluye una discusión y sesión de preguntas y respuestas con el Jefe de Policía Jarod Towers sobre cómo los recortes en los beneficios de jubilación podrían afectar la retención de oficiales. Se recibirán comentarios del público y la reunión concluirá con una actualización del departamento.

• Finalizar recomendaciones sobre la estrategia de comunicación para recursos de inmigración
• Discusión y sesión de preguntas y respuestas con el Jefe Towers sobre el impacto de los recortes en beneficios de jubilación en la retención de la fuerza
• Actualización del departamento por parte del Jefe Towers
• Comentarios del público (2 minutos por persona)

The Police and Public Safety Citizens Advisory Committee approved the agenda and March minutes. Chair Taurean Barnwell established a subcommittee to draft recommendations on how the city communicates about responding to ICE, with a letter to City Council expected in one to two weeks. The committee also unanimously agreed to make police pension support the main agenda item for the June 12 meeting, following a discussion with Chief Towers about retention challenges.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Established subcommittee to draft ICE communication recommendations to City Council (no vote required)
• Agreed to make police pension support the main agenda item for next meeting (unanimous)

Hyattsville Environment Committee

El Comité de Medio Ambiente de Hyattsville se reunirá virtualmente para considerar opciones de reducción de residuos para el Departamento de Obras Públicas y el Concejo Municipal. También discutirán la asignación de personal en una mesa durante la Jornada de Puertas Abiertas del DPW el 16 de mayo y abordarán las recientes salidas y el reclutamiento de miembros del comité. La reunión está abierta al público a través de Zoom con un enlace de registro proporcionado.

• Opciones de reducción de residuos para consideración del DPW/Ciudad (discusión de 30 min)
• Jornada de Puertas Abiertas del DPW el 16 de mayo – logística y materiales de la mesa del HEC
• Salidas de miembros del comité: Janet y Bradley renunciaron; ideas de reclutamiento
• Aprobación de las actas de abril
• Periodo de comentarios públicos (3 minutos por persona)

Ethics Commission

La Comisión de Ética de Hyattsville se reunirá virtualmente para revisar las presentaciones de divulgación financiera y atender asuntos de rutina, incluyendo la aprobación de las actas de reuniones anteriores y la discusión de cualquier asunto nuevo. La agenda es principalmente de carácter procesal sin acciones específicas detalladas.

• Revisión de la Divulgación Financiera
• Aprobación de las Actas de la reunión anterior
• Asuntos Nuevos (no especificados)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal escuchará una presentación de ATHA, adoptará proclamaciones para las semanas de Asian American, Jewish American, Mental Health, Public Works y Police, y considerará artículos de consentimiento que incluyen desembolsos de fondos discrecionales, un MOU de la policía para la Purple Line y órdenes de cambio de contrato. Un artículo de acción propone $65,000 en el presupuesto del FY27 para un trabajador de casos de tiempo completo. El concejo también reincorporará a Susan Zahran al Code Compliance Advisory Committee.

• Artículo de acción: $65,000 para un trabajador de servicios comunitarios de tiempo completo en el presupuesto del FY27
• MOU con MD Transit Police, New Carrollton PD, Riverdale Park PD para la policía de la Purple Line
• Orden de cambio: aumento de $55,000 al contrato de Adirondack Tree Experts
• Orden de cambio: aumento de $46,000 al contrato de Professional Lawn Maintenance
• Desembolso de $500 y $700 en fondos discrecionales de la alcaldía a Hyattsville CDC para eventos

The City Council approved funding for a full-time caseworker in the FY27 Budget. The council also passed several proclamations, approved a committee appointment, and authorized multiple contract change orders and discretionary fund disbursements.

• Approved $65,000 in FY27 Budget for a full-time Community Services caseworker (10-0)
• Approved re-appointment of Susan Zahran to the Code Compliance Advisory Committee (10-0)
• Approved $55,000 change order for Adirondack Tree Experts (10-0)
• Approved $22,000 annual change order for Environmental Quality Resources (10-0)
• Approved $46,000 annual change order for Professional Lawn Maintenance Services, LLC (10-0)
• Authorized MOU for Purple Line police force with MTA Police, New Carrollton PD, Riverdale Park PD, and HPD (10-0)
• Approved various discretionary fund disbursements for Trolley Trail, Pride events, 988 signs, and Ward 5 Budget and BBQ (10-0)
• Adopted six proclamations for heritage months, mental health, public works, and police week (10-0)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Hyattsville se reunirá virtualmente el 11 de mayo de 2026. El principal punto de la agenda es una presentación del Presupuesto Propuesto para el año fiscal 2027 por parte del Administrador de la Ciudad. También está programado un período de comentarios públicos. No se enumeran votaciones ni decisiones en esta agenda.

• Presentación del Presupuesto Propuesto para el año fiscal 2027 (Artículo 2.a)

The Hyattsville City Council held a virtual public hearing, reviewed the FY27 budget overview, and heard public comments opposing the Flock Safety contract. After discussion, the council voted to adjourn the meeting. All nine members present voted aye.

• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Board of Supervisors of Election

El Comité Asesor de Cumplimiento del Código llevará a cabo una revisión final de un memorando sobre las multas por remoción de nieve. La agenda también incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior, comentarios del público y una actualización del personal de la ciudad.

• Revisión final del memorando sobre multas por remoción de nieve

Shade Tree Board

La junta discutirá la fusión con el Comité Ambiental, un cambio estructural motivado por comentarios del público en la reunión de presupuesto del 18 de abril. Otros asuntos antiguos incluyen finalizar el lenguaje para una lista de verificación de la Tarjeta de Reporte de Árboles y actualizar las preguntas frecuentes de la ciudad, así como temas de cobertura de dosel, tales como solicitudes de residentes para remover árboles 'desordenados'. Los asuntos nuevos cubren la divulgación sobre la plantación de árboles y el personal para la Semana Nacional de Obras Públicas.

• Discusión sobre la fusión de la Junta de Árboles de Sombra con el Comité Ambiental, incluyendo comentarios públicos de la reunión de presupuesto del 18 de abril
• Debate sobre la cobertura de dosel: residentes que desean remover árboles 'desordenados', árboles de sotobosque frente a árboles de dosel, posible presentación por Dawn Taft, y PEPCO reenterrando líneas
• Lista de Verificación de la Tarjeta de Reporte de Árboles: decisión sobre lenguaje específico (cumplimiento del código frente a sugerencia recomendada) y preguntas frecuentes en el sitio web de la ciudad
• Actualización de las Placas de Árboles Patrimoniales
• Divulgación de Plantación de Árboles por Taylor Johnson y personal para la Semana Nacional de Obras Públicas

Board of Supervisors of Election

Race and Equity Task Force

El Hyattsville Race and Equity Task Force se reunirá para discutir una propuesta de financiamiento discrecional y la proyección de un documental. La agenda también incluye una actualización del oficial de equidad que cubre la unidad compartida y un repaso de la Ley de Reuniones Abiertas (Open Meetings Act). Los comentarios del público se reciben al inicio.

• Aprobación de las actas ad-hoc de abril
• Discusión sobre la proyección del documental
• Discusión sobre la propuesta de financiamiento discrecional
• Actualización del Oficial de Equidad: descripción general de la unidad compartida y repaso de la OMA
• Oportunidad de comentarios del público (3 minutos por orador)

The committee voted to investigate partnership opportunities for a community documentary screening by filmmaker Adam Krell. Members also discussed a $200 request for RETF t-shirts and rescheduled their May meeting.

• Approved revised April 7 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved exploring partnership opportunities with filmmaker Adam Krell (unanimous)
• Rescheduled May 26 meeting to May 27 at 7PM (unanimous)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Hyattsville votará sobre varias propuestas de presupuesto para el año fiscal 27 (FY27), incluyendo un fondo de ayuda de $100,000 para familias inmigrantes afectadas por la aplicación de las leyes de inmigración federales, una actualización tecnológica de $30,000 para el concejo y su personal, un programa de remoción de nieve por voluntarios de $2,500 y un día de liderazgo y empoderamiento juvenil de $700. El concejo también adoptará cinco proclamaciones y aprobará $600 en desembolsos del fondo discrecional del Ward 5.

• Propuesta de un fondo de ayuda de $100,000 para familias inmigrantes impactadas por la aplicación de las leyes de inmigración federales (Action Item 9.d)
• Propuesta de $30,000 para tecnología con el fin de agilizar el acceso a los datos de la Ciudad (Action Item 9.c)
• Propuesta de $2,500 para un programa de remoción de nieve por voluntarios para asistir a los residentes con la limpieza de nieve (Action Item 9.b)
• Propuesta de $700 para el día anual de liderazgo juvenil para grados de 6-12 (Action Item 9.a)
• Proclamaciones en honor a Arbor Day, Citizenship Celebration Day, Municipal Clerks Week, Children's Mental Health Awareness Week, y al Lieutenant Chris Evans y la K9 Officer NOLA

Age Friendly Work Group

El Grupo de Trabajo para Personas Mayores recibirá actualizaciones sobre los próximos talleres, incluyendo una Clínica de Documentos Legales el 8 de mayo y un taller de File of Life/Prevención de Incendios el 18 de mayo, así como el Proyecto de Historia Oral para la primavera de 2026. Los miembros también discutirán actualizaciones clave de eventos recientes, el Hyattsville Anniversary Festival, y el lanzamiento de series de clases de primavera en arte y alfabetización digital bilingüe, un grupo de caminata mensual y un grupo de apoyo para cuidadores.

• Próxima Clínica de Documentos Legales el 8 de mayo de 2026
• Taller de File of Life/Prevención y Seguridad contra Incendios el 18 de mayo de 2026
• Proyecto de Historia Oral para la primavera de 2026
• Lanzamiento de la Serie de Clases de Alfabetización Digital Bilingüe de Primavera
• Lanzamiento del Grupo de Caminata Mensual

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor de Salud, Bienestar y Recreación considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión de marzo y discutirá los próximos eventos para su Serie de Conferenciantes, que incluyen un programa de nutrición, un Bike Rodeo, una charla sobre microplásticos y el Día de Embellecimiento del Vecindario/Medio Ambiente. Los comentarios del público están limitados a 2 minutos por orador.

• Enmendar/aprobar las actas de la reunión del 26 de marzo
• Planificar el programa de nutrición (nueva fecha)
• Planificar el evento Bike Rodeo
• Planificar la presentación sobre microplásticos
• Planificar el Día de Embellecimiento del Vecindario/Día del Medio Ambiente

The committee approved the March meeting minutes unanimously. It finalized plans for the Bike Rodeo on August 15 with Arrow Bike confirmed, and tabled the Nutrition Speaker Series event to the fall. A possible neighborhood clean-up day in September or fall was discussed but not decided.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Booked Bike Rodeo for August 15 with Arrow Bike confirmed
• Tabled Nutrition Speaker Series event to fall

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Hyattsville llevará a cabo una reunión regular virtual el 22 de abril de 2026. El principal tema sustantivo es una presentación del presupuesto propuesto para FY27 y descripciones generales de los departamentos. La reunión también incluye comentarios del público, la aprobación de la agenda y diálogo del concejo.

• Presupuesto propuesto de FY27 y presentaciones de los departamentos (item 5.a.)

Planning Committee

Education Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor de Educación de Hyattsville aprobó la agenda de abril y las actas de marzo. Los miembros revisaron actualizaciones de rutina sobre la campaña de mochilas de 2026, una feria universitaria y de oficios, y posibles recortes a un programa de inmersión. Esta agenda contiene únicamente asuntos de procedimiento y actualizaciones de rutina.

• Aprobación de la agenda del 20 de abril de 2026 y las actas del 16 de marzo de 2026
• Actualización sobre la campaña de mochilas de 2026 y fuentes de alcance
• Actualización de planificación para la feria universitaria/de oficios de 2026
• Discusión sobre posibles recortes a un programa de inmersión

The committee approved the April 20, 2026 agenda and the March 16, 2026 meeting minutes. Members discussed coordination for a 2026 backpack drive, a potential college/trade fair, and the distribution of Smithsonian Youth Ambassadors Program information.

• Approved April 20, 2026 meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approved March 16, 2026 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Educational Facilities Task Force

Code Compliance Advisory Board

La Junta Asesora de Cumplimiento de Códigos discutirá las implicaciones presupuestarias de FY27 para el cumplimiento de códigos y revisará un memorando sobre la remoción de nieve. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de actas anteriores, comentarios del público y actualizaciones del personal.

• Actualización del personal de la ciudad sobre las implicaciones presupuestarias de FY27 para el cumplimiento de códigos
• Asuntos antiguos: revisión del memorando de remoción de nieve
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 18 de marzo de 2026
• Periodo de comentarios del público

The Committee approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. Members discussed potential changes to snow removal fines and reviewed upcoming enforcement of grass length codes.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the prior meeting minutes
• Recommended revising a memo regarding snow removal fine structures

Hyattsville Environment Committee

El Comité de Medio Ambiente de Hyattsville discutirá los comentarios sobre el borrador del Plan de Acción Climática (CAP) tras una presentación ante el concejo municipal el 13 de abril. Los asuntos de orden anterior incluyen el seguimiento sobre la diversificación de la divulgación y una posible subvención para jardines comunitarios escolares. Los asuntos nuevos cubren la aplicación de los requisitos de reciclaje en edificios multifamiliares y la posible participación en la celebración del 140 aniversario de la ciudad.

• Resumen y discusión de la sesión de trabajo y comentarios sobre el borrador del CAP
• Oportunidad de subvención para jardines comunitarios escolares a través de Prince George's County Community Gardens
• Requisitos y aplicación del reciclaje en edificios multifamiliares
• Participación del HEC con el 140 Aniversario de Hyattsville
• Bienvenida y orientación de los nuevos miembros del comité

The Hyattsville Environment Committee approved the March 2026 meeting minutes after minor edits. The committee reviewed the draft Climate Action Plan and offered feedback, but no formal actions were taken. No public comments were received and no new members joined. An announcement noted that the Aging in Place vine removal program has been extended for two additional years.

• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes (with minor edits)

Ethics Commission

La Comisión de Ética de Hyattsville se reunirá virtualmente para tratar asuntos de rutina, incluyendo la aprobación de actas y una revisión de declaraciones financieras. No hay declaraciones específicas ni nuevos asuntos de negocios incluidos en el orden del día.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior
• Revisión de la Declaración Financiera

The Ethics Commission approved minutes from the December 2025 meeting. It reviewed annual financial disclosures for 2025 from city elected officials, accepting those from Councilmembers Barnes, Strab, and Redmond, and requiring Councilmember Schaible to resubmit separate Schedule Hs. Several other officials' disclosures were not submitted in time and will be followed up by the Clerk's Office.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted financial disclosures from Councilmembers Barnes (Ward 1), Strab (Ward 2), Redmond (Ward 3)
• Required Councilmember Schaible (Ward 2) to resubmit Schedule Hs for himself and spouse
• Noted Mayor Croslin and Councilmembers Waszczak, Dhokai, Lee, Haba, Nisbett, Solomon had not submitted disclosures in time for review
• Directed Clerk's Office to follow up on outstanding disclosures
• Adjourned meeting at 5:19 p.m. (voice vote)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Hyattsville considerará autorizar $195,000 para la instalación de un baño público Portland Loo en Hyatt Park. La agenda también incluye presentaciones sobre el Plan de Acción Climática y un Plan de Reemplazo de Vehículos, así como proclamaciones, nombramientos a comités asesores y artículos de consentimiento que aceptan subvenciones estatales por un total de $404,000.

• Artículo de acción: autorizar hasta $195,000 a NZI Construction para el Portland Loo en Hyatt Park
• Consentimiento: aceptar una subvención de $340,000 de MD DHCD para el proyecto The Sanctuary 9% Predevelopment
• Consentimiento: aceptar una subvención de $64,000 de MDOT Bikeways Network para infraestructura de bicicletas
• Presentación del Plan de Acción Climática
• Proclamación designando abril como el Mes de la Herencia Árabe-Americana

The City Council unanimously approved authorizing up to $195,000 to NZI Construction for installation of a Portland Loo public restroom at Hyatt Park, pending contract extension with Prince George's County. The Council also approved the agenda, minutes from February 23, proclamations including Arab American Heritage Month, re-appointments to advisory committees, and consent items including two state grants and ward discretionary fund disbursements. No items were denied or tabled; all votes were 9-0 with two members absent.

• Approved agenda (9-0)
• Approved minutes of February 23, 2026 (9-0)
• Adopted Arab American Heritage Month proclamation (9-0)
• Approved re-appointments to Race & Equity Task Force, Education Advisory, Health & Recreation, and Environment Committee (9-0)
• Accepted $340,000 MD DHCD grant for Sanctuary predevelopment (consent)
• Accepted $64,000 MDOT Bikeways Network grant for bike infrastructure (consent)
• Authorized disbursement of $169.59 Ward 3 discretionary funds (consent)
• Authorized $195,000 Portland Loo installation at Hyatt Park (9-0)

Youth Advisory Council

Esta reunión cubre temas de procedimiento rutinarios: aprobación de actas anteriores, recepción de actualizaciones del personal y discusión de próximos eventos. No hay votaciones vinculantes ni decisiones de política programadas.

• Revisión de las actas de la reunión del 13 de marzo
• Evento del Aniversario de Hyattsville el 25 de abril
• Actividades del Mes de la Concientización sobre la Salud Mental en mayo
• G.O.A.T Mental Health Expo el 2 de mayo
• Entrevistas de YAC programadas para el 28 de mayo

The council reviewed March minutes, received staff updates, and discussed upcoming events and a mental‑health video. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council

El Concejo Municipal presentará el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 y escuchará presentaciones de los departamentos de la ciudad. Este es el principal elemento sustantivo en una agenda que, de otro modo, sería de carácter procesal.

• Introducción del Presupuesto del FY27 y Presentaciones de Departamentos (Item ográfico 5.a)

The council approved the meeting agenda and adjourned at 9:40 PM. Staff presented the FY27 budget and department updates, and residents commented on a proposed $100K immigrant relief fund, employee benefits, and budget tracking. No substantive policy decisions, budget approvals, or program changes were recorded in these minutes.

• Approved meeting agenda (11-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:40 PM (11-0)

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

Race and Equity Task Force

The Hyattsville Race & Equity Task Force will hold a work session to provide commentary on a proposed FY27 budget initiative that would allocate $100,000 for a Relief Fund for Immigrant Families. The meeting also includes public comment, roll call, and approval of the previous month's minutes. No final decisions are scheduled; the item is a discussion and commentary session.

• Work session on FY27 Budget Initiative proposing $100,000 Relief Fund for Immigrant Families
• Public comment period (up to 3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of March 2026 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Hyattsville Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting, hear public comment, approve the prior meeting's minutes, receive updates on the supervisory vacancy and on research next steps, and consider any new business.

• Filling Vacancy Update
• Research Update – Next Steps
• Public Comment
• Approval of the Minutes
• New business

The Board discussed potential changes to filling Council vacancies and continued research into Ranked Choice Voting. Staff will seek legal interpretation of the City Charter regarding seat vacancies and continue analyzing neighboring municipalities.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Assigned Zach Peters to request a legal reading of the charter regarding vacancy interpretation
• Assigned Nate Groenendyk to contact other municipalities regarding RCV research
• Tasked staff with consolidating Greenbelt and Takoma Park analysis
• Assigned Nicole Konigkramer to draft an election information sheet for the City Anniversary

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will approve March minutes, hear a permit report, and discuss old business including heritage tree plaques and a tree report card checklist. New business items include a proposal to combine the board with other groups and a discussion on balancing solar panels with tree canopy.

• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
• Update on Heritage Tree Plaques
• Review of Tree Report Card Checklist and communications feedback
• Discussion on combining Shade Tree Board with other groups
• Discussion on solar panels vs trees going forward

The board approved the March meeting minutes and processed recent tree permit applications, approving TP 26-004 and TP 26-005 while denying TP 26-002 and TP 26-003. Staff presented updates on heritage tree plaque funding expected in late June, a draft resident tree health report card to help property owners identify potential issues, and an upcoming canopy coverage presentation. Council members discussed a proposal to merge the Shade Tree Board into the Environmental Committee for operational streamlining, but no decision was reached. The board will continue reviewing these proposals at future meetings.

• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved tree permits TP 26-004 and TP 26-005
• Denied tree permits TP 26-002 and TP 26-003
• Assigned staff to update draft tree report card language based on board feedback
• Tabled proposal to merge Shade Tree Board into Environmental Committee for next month

Age Friendly Work Group

The work group is meeting to review upcoming aging and wellness services programming and key updates. Discussions include workshop schedules and FY 2027 City Council Budget Sessions.

• Workshops on Tenants’ Rights (3.16.26), Elder Abuse and Fraud Prevention (4.20.26), and File of Life/Fire Prevention (5.18.26)
• Launch of Walking Group on 4.9.26
• Spring 2026 Oral History Project
• FY 2027 City Council Budget Sessions updates
• Care Partner Support Group Training with Prince George’s County Community Collaborative Resolution Center

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes from the February 26 meeting and discuss upcoming speaker series events. The agenda includes planning for a nutrition program and a bike rodeo.

• Nutrition program new date
• Bike Rodeo

The Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes. Discussions included potential upcoming events regarding nutrition and a bike rodeo.

• Approved February 26 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Police and Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will meet virtually to approve the agenda and prior minutes, hear public comments, then deliberate on a communications strategy for immigration resources. Chief Towers will also give a department update.

• Deliberation on communications strategy for immigration resources draft (30-35 min discussion)
• Police department update from Chief Towers

Race and Equity Task Force

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council will vote on adopting the 2026-2031 Strategic Plan, which sets city priorities and goals. The Council will also consider authorizing $103,100 for Lower Ward 1 resiliency projects, appropriating $33,975.64 in opioid settlement funds, and creating two new advisory committees. A discussion on the FY27 budget is scheduled.

• Adoption of 2026-2031 Strategic Plan 'Stepping Forward'
• Authorization of $103,100 to Low Impact Development Center for Lower Ward 1 Resiliency Projects
• Appropriation of $33,975.64 in National Opioid Settlement Funds
• Creation of Hyattsville Common Ownership Community Advisory Committee
• Creation of Hyattsville Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Committee

The council approved its agenda and minutes, adopted proclamations for Autism Awareness Day and National Public Health Week, and approved consent items including $103,100 for Lower Ward 1 resiliency projects and $33,975.64 of opioid settlement funds. Councilmembers also adopted the 2026‑2031 Hyattsville Strategic Plan, created the Common Ownership Community Advisory Committee and the Community Emergency Response Team Committee, and appointed Danielle Sykes to the Education Advisory Committee. All motions passed unanimously except one abstention on the Common Ownership Committee.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 18, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamations for Autism Awareness Day and National Public Health Week (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $103,100 for Lower Ward 1 Resiliency Projects (unanimous)
• Amended FY26 budget to appropriate $33,975.64 of opioid settlement funds (unanimous)
• Adopted 2026‑2031 Hyattsville Strategic Plan titled "Stepping Forward" (unanimous)
• Created Hyattsville Common Ownership Community Advisory Committee (passed with one abstention)
• Created Hyattsville Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Committee (unanimous)

Educational Facilities Task Force

The Educational Facilities Task Force will receive updates on Hyattsville Elementary School construction and swing space arrangements. The committee will also approve past minutes from November 2025 and discuss the 2026 calendar and committee positions. Public comment is allowed throughout the meeting.

• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2025
• Discussion of 2026 calendar and committee positions
• Update on Hyattsville Elementary School construction
• Update on Hyattsville Elementary School swing space

The Educational Facilities Task Force received updates on the St. Mark’s school construction, noted minimal complaints, and heard that swing‑space usage is proceeding smoothly. Members discussed improving public communication, including a possible communications plan and a post‑occupancy survey, but no formal actions or votes were taken.

Race and Equity Task Force

The Hyattsville Race & Equity Task Force will hold a work session to discuss a proposed FY27 budget initiative that would allocate $100,000 for a Relief Fund for Immigrant Families. The meeting will also include public comment, roll call, and approval of February meeting minutes. No final decisions are expected; the item is under discussion.

• Work session on FY27 Budget Initiative proposing $100,000 for a Relief Fund for Immigrant Families

The Race & Equity Task Force approved the February meeting minutes without corrections. Members discussed a proposal to allocate $100,000 for a relief fund for immigrant families and set next steps. The committee voted to establish a subcommittee of two or fewer members to draft a consensus letter on the proposal by Friday. The proposal may be presented to the City Council on March 23 or at a later date.

• Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Established subcommittee (≤2 members) to draft letter on relief fund proposal by Friday
• Discussed $100,000 immigrant relief fund proposal (no approval yet)
• Set possible Council presentation of the fund proposal for March 23 or later

Code Compliance Advisory Board

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss an update to the snow removal code. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a city staff update.

• Discussion of snow removal code update under old business

The board approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes after they were found and reviewed. It directed the committee to draft a memo to the City Council recommending that the fine for snow‑removal violations be lowered and to review the state maximum fine. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved prior meeting minutes after review (no vote tally recorded)
• Tasked committee to draft memo to Council to lower snow‑removal violation fines

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council will hold a regular meeting virtually, including a discussion on tax classification (Item 5.a. 2026-186). The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items such as approval of the agenda, public comment, and council dialogue. No votes or decisions are scheduled on the tax classification item; it is listed for discussion only.

• Discussion of 2026-186 Tax Classification – sponsored by the City Administrator and Finance Department

Planning Committee

The committee will hear a presentation on the Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Formula 2040 Functional Master Plan update and discuss its goals and next steps. It will also approve the February 17, 2026 minutes, elect officers, and hold a final review of the city’s 2026‑2031 Strategic Plan before it goes to City Council. Additional discussion will cover retail projects and recent development updates.

• Presentation: M‑NCPPC Parks & Recreation Formula 2040 update
• Approve February 17, 2026 meeting minutes
• Election of committee officers
• Discussion of retail updates (Canvas, Huncho House, Snow Crane, Elevation Burger, West Hyattsville Phase 2)
• Final review of 2026‑2031 Hyattsville Strategic Plan

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will meet to approve minutes, discuss a vacancy update, and review research steps. The meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2026, at 4 PM in the City Building.

• Approval of the Minutes
• Filling Vacancy Update
• Research Update-Next Steps

The Board approved the meeting minutes after a motion by Zach Peters and a second by Lisa Pineda. No decisions were made on the vacancy‑legislation options. The Board assigned tasks to advance ranked‑choice voting research, including a timeline from Erin and a review of College Park RCV notes by all members. BOSE will consider having a table at the April 25 Hyattsville Anniversary Celebration, pending attendance confirmation.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Zach Peters, seconded by Lisa Pineda)
• Assigned Erin to create a project‑management timeline for RCV research
• Tasked all members to listen to the College Park RCV meeting and review notes before the next BOSE meeting
• Asked Quianna Taylor to determine when BOSE can provide an update on the current RCV research
• Planned BOSE table at the April 25 Hyattsville Anniversary Celebration, pending confirmation of attendees

Education Advisory Committee

The Hyattsville Education Advisory Committee will meet to approve the current agenda and minutes. The body will review enrichment grants, the backpack drive, and the principal's luncheon. The committee will also discuss the College/Trade fair and potential cuts to an Immersion Program.

• Approval of March 16, 2026 meeting agenda
• Approval of January 27, 2026 meeting minutes
• Enrichment Grants oversight
• 2026 backpack drive
• Potential Immersion Program Cuts

The committee unanimously approved the March 16, 2026 meeting agenda and the February 17, 2026 meeting minutes. The members discussed upcoming backpack drive, principal’s luncheon, college/trade fair, and potential language immersion program cuts, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (all in favor)

Youth Advisory Council

The Hyattsville Youth Advisory Council will review minutes from February, receive staff updates, view a mental health video, and discuss the 'Mayor for a Day' program with Council Member Greg Barnes. The meeting is open to the public with a 5-minute public comment period.

• Review of Feb. 12 meeting minutes
• Staff and council liaison updates
• Showing of mental health video
• Discussion on 'Mayor for a Day' program with CM Greg Barnes
• Public comment (5 minutes)

The council reviewed updates, watched a mental‑health video, and discussed the proposed “Mayor for a Day” program. Members offered suggestions on applicant limits and program size, but no votes or approvals were recorded. The meeting adjourned without any decisions.

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Police and Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will meet to continue discussions on immigration enforcement recommendations for the council. The meeting also includes a department update from Chief Towers.

• Discussion on Hyattsville immigration enforcement recommendations to council
• HVL Police Dept Update from Chief Towers

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The Hyattsville Environment Committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss the Pay as You Throw/Zero Waste program, invasive removal coverage, and school community garden funding. The agenda includes a creative thinking workshop for homeowners and a public comment period.

• Discussion on Pay as You Throw/Zero Waste program
• Review of HAP invasive removal program coverage
• School Community Gardens funding update
• Creative Thinking Workshop for Homeowners
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person)

The Hyattsville Environment Committee approved the February 2026 meeting minutes. The committee discussed the Pay‑as‑You‑Throw/Zero Waste issue and agreed to develop three ideas by May/June for the city. The proposal for school community garden funding was tabled until the next meeting when Haba is present. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved February 2026 meeting minutes
• Tabled school community gardens funding discussion (pending Haba attendance)

Ethics Commission

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council will consider routine approvals such as the agenda, minutes, and several proclamations. It will vote on consent items that allocate grant money and discretionary funds, including a $50,000 recreation grant and a $9,500 education enrichment grant. The council will also decide on a three‑year contract with Jenoptik Smart Mobility Solutions for automated stop‑sign enforcement. Additional discussion items include a festival drone show, environmental outreach, immigrant family relief funds, and the creation of new advisory committees.

• Contract with Jenoptik Smart Mobility Solutions for a three‑year automated stop‑sign enforcement program (Police Department)
• $50,000 grant from the Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission for recreation activities (Community Services)
• $9,500 disbursement for FY26 Education Enrichment Grants (Community Services)
• $6,850 funding for a historic preservation architectural schematic design package (Community, Business, and Economic Development)
• $250 Ward 1 discretionary fund for senior programming at Friendship Arms Apartments

The Hyattsville City Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the February 9, 2026 minutes. It adopted proclamations for Women in Public Office Day, Transgender Day of Visibility, and Women's History Month, appointed a liaison to the Race and Equity Task Force, and authorized several grant disbursements, a $50,000 recreation grant, a trail‑safety letter, and a three‑year contract with Jenoptik Smart Mobility Solutions for automated stop‑sign enforcement.

• Approved meeting agenda (10-0)
• Approved February 9, 2026 minutes (10-0)
• Adopted three proclamations (Women in Public Office Day, Transgender Day of Visibility, Women's History Month) (10-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Kelson Nisbett as liaison to Race and Equity Task Force (10-0)
• Authorized $9,500 FY26 Education Enrichment Grants disbursement (10-0)
• Approved $50,000 M‑NCPPC recreation grant appropriation (10-0)
• Authorized letter to M‑NCPPC for trail safety and maintenance (10-0)
• Authorized three‑year contract with Jenoptik Smart Mobility Solutions for automated stop‑sign enforcement (10-0)

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will review reports on tree permits and illegal removals. The body will discuss updates to the Tree Ordinance and the 2026 Shade Tree Board Strategic Plan.

• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
• Tree Ordinance update
• 2026 Shade Tree Board Strategic Plan
• Heritage Tree Plaques
• Tree Report Card Checklist

The board approved the February 2026 minutes with a spelling correction. A motion passed to assess the maximum $1,000 fine for the illegal tree removal (permit IL-26-001). The committee approved the new tree‑report‑card checklist and will forward it to DPW for final approval before printing. The 2026 Shade Tree Board strategic plan was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved February 2026 minutes (spelling correction)
• Assessed maximum $1,000 fine for illegal removal IL-26-001
• Approved tree‑report‑card checklist (pending DPW sign‑off)
• Postponed 2026 Shade Tree Board strategic plan to next meeting

Age Friendly Work Group

The Age‑Friendly Hyattsville Work Group will review upcoming senior‑focused workshops and programs, receive updates on the FY 2027 City Council budget sessions and regional age‑friendly initiatives, and share information on art, literacy, and mobility services for older residents. The meeting will also set the date for the next in‑person work‑group session.

• Rescheduling of the Feb 23 2026 Falls Prevention workshop due to inclement weather
• Upcoming senior workshops: Tenants’ Rights (3/16/26), Elder Abuse and Fraud Prevention (4/20/26), File of Life/Fire Prevention (5/18/26)
• FY 2027 City Council budget sessions update
• MD Regional Age‑Friendly Program meeting on 2/25/26 at AARP MD State Office covering Enhanced Mobility Options
• Seniors On the Go! trip to the Baltimore Museum of Art exhibition “American Sublime”

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to review and approve minutes from the January 22 meeting. They will also receive updates on the Blood Pressure/Heart Health event held on February 13 and discuss plans for a Nutrition program in March. Public comment will be heard, limited to two minutes per speaker. The meeting is procedural with no major votes or financial decisions.

• Approval of minutes from January 22 meeting
• Update on Blood Pressure/Heart Health event held 2/13/26
• Discussion of Nutrition program scheduled for March
• Public comment period (2 minutes per speaker)

The advisory committee unanimously approved the minutes from the January 22 meeting. They confirmed the Nutrition speaker series event for March 29, 2026, and set a registration limit of 30 participants. The committee also agreed to begin planning a Bike Rodeo.

• Approved January 22 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed Nutrition speaker series date for March 29, 2026
• Set registration limit of 30 participants for Nutrition event
• Decided to start planning a Bike Rodeo

Race and Equity Task Force

The Hyattsville Race and Equity Task Force will meet to discuss a partnership for a documentary film screening on religion, racism, and reconciliation. The Equity Officer will provide updates on a council meeting template and a model update. The committee will also consider an alternate council liaison role. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of Religion, Racism, & Reconciliation Documentary Film Screening Partnership
• Equity Officer updates on Council Meeting Update Template and Model 2/23 Council Update
• Alternate Council Liaison Discussion
• Approval of February meeting minutes
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The committee reviewed a documentary screening and explored a potential partnership with the filmmaker, assigning members to review the film and consider a community event. They also discussed council member engagement on affordable housing and scheduled follow‑up outreach, but no formal approvals or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council will vote on an action item to authorize a 12-month IT managed services agreement with Clark Computer Services, Inc. for up to $317,160. The consent agenda includes accepting a $100,000 Maryland DHCD grant for the Commercial Facade Improvement Program. Council will also discuss several new programs, including a Heritage Tree Program, a revolving affordable housing fund for accessory dwelling units, and a volunteer shoveling program.

• Consent item: Accept $100,000 Maryland DHCD grant for Commercial Facade Improvement Program
• Action item: Authorize 12-month IT managed services agreement with Clark Computer Services, Inc. not to exceed $317,160
• Action item: Consider letter of support for Maryland Senate Bill 868 for pedestrian safety on MD 410
• Discussion: Create a revolving affordable housing fund to incentivize accessory dwelling unit construction and home ownership
• Discussion: Establish a Heritage Tree Program

The Hyattsville City Council unanimously approved the agenda, minutes, and consent items. It accepted a $100,000 state grant for commercial façade improvements, authorized a letter of support for Maryland Senate Bill 868, and approved a 12‑month IT managed services agreement with Clark Computer Services up to $317,160. The council also added $840 for Heritage Tree plaques to the FY27 budget.

• Approved meeting agenda (10-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Jan 27, 2026 minutes (10-0, 1 absent)
• Approved consent agenda (10-0, 1 absent)
• Accepted $100,000 Maryland DHCD grant for Commercial Facade Improvement Program (10-0, 1 absent)
• Authorized Mayor to send letter of support for Senate Bill 868 (10-0, 1 absent)
• Authorized IT managed services agreement with Clark Computer Services up to $317,160 (10-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $840 for Heritage Tree plaque purchases in FY27 budget (10-0, 1 absent)

Educational Facilities Task Force

Code Compliance Advisory Board

The committee will meet to approve the agenda and the January 21, 2026 meeting minutes. The session includes a city staff update and a period for public comment.

The Code Compliance Advisory Board approved its agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed the city's snow‑removal citation fines and agreed to develop a recommendation to revise those fines before sending it to the City Council. CJ Reading will follow up on the bamboo issue at Sacred Heart, and the board noted a dog‑waste cleanup concern but took no action.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Committee will create a recommendation to revise snow‑related fines and send it to Council
• CJ Reading to follow up on bamboo at Sacred Heart
• Discussed dog‑waste cleanup issue (no decision taken)

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council meeting will include a presentation on FY27 budget planning. The agenda also contains routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, agenda approval, public comment, council dialogue, and adjournment.

• FY27 Budget Planning Presentation (sponsored by City Administrator)

The council added a letter of support for Maryland HB 1142 to the agenda and approved the amended agenda. A motion was passed authorizing the mayor to transmit the support letter to the Maryland General Assembly. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda addition for HB 1142 letter of support (unanimous, absent: Strab)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous, absent: Strab)
• Authorized mayor to send letter supporting Maryland HB 1142 (unanimous, absent: Strab)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous, absent: Strab)

Education Advisory Committee

The Education Advisory Committee will meet to approve an additional Enrichment Grant. The body will also discuss the 2026 backpack drive, principal's luncheon, and College/Trade fair, as well as potential cuts to immersion programs.

• Approval of additional Enrichment Grant
• Discussion of potential immersion programs cuts
• Planning for 2026 backpack drive
• Planning for 2026 principal’s luncheon
• Planning for 2026 College/Trade fair

The Education Advisory Committee approved three enrichment grants and an extra $226.85 for Northwest High School and Hyattsville Elementary School grants. They also set August 14, 2026 as the date for the 2026 backpack drive. All motions were approved, most unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 27, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Dominyce enrichment grant (unanimous)
• Approved Ultimate Frisbee enrichment grant (unanimous)
• Approved University Park enrichment grant (unanimous)
• Approved additional $226.85 grant funds for NW HS and Hyattsville ES (unanimous)
• Approved backpack drive date of August 14, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will approve prior meeting minutes and elect officers. Staff will present updates on several city development projects, including the 342‑unit West Hyattsville Phase 2, a mixed‑use project at 3599 East‑West Highway, and the Sanctuary at Hyattsville Crossing supportive housing. The committee will also receive an update on Prince George’s County rent‑stabilization program and discuss its potential cost to the city.

• West Hyattsville Phase 2: 342 multifamily units with integrated parking and storage
• 3599 East‑West Highway: two‑story, 9,446 sf mixed‑use building with food & beverage and office space
• Sanctuary at Hyattsville Crossing: 120 multifamily units, 36 of which are permanent supportive housing
• Rent stabilization update: projected city cost about $300,000 annually
• Election of committee officers (Chair, Co‑Chair, Record Keeper)

The committee approved the November 11, 2025 minutes with a minor amendment. Members then elected Maureen Foster as Chair, Todd Dengel as Co‑Chair, and Chloe Kauffman as Record Keeper. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved November 11, 2025 minutes (with amendment)
• Elected Maureen Foster as Chair
• Elected Todd Dengel as Co‑Chair
• Appointed Chloe Kauffman as Record Keeper

Youth Advisory Council

The Hyattsville Youth Advisory Council will review previous meeting minutes and discuss school safety with a program representative. The body will also check in on a mental health media campaign.

• Review of January 29 meeting minutes
• Discussion with Mr. Scott Showalter on School Safety
• Mental Health Media Campaign check-in
• Public comment period (5 minutes)

The council reviewed updates on the upcoming youth center ribbon‑cutting, the planned mental‑health video, poster designs, and a potential workshop with the Maryland Literature Workshop. Suggestions were made about involving YAC in the new Parks and Rec multigenerational center and an art contest on children’s mental health. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Police and Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on February 11, 2026, to consider a possible committee action on immigration enforcement in Hyattsville. The agenda includes a Q&A with Sandra Shepherd, Director of Community Services & Programs, and an update from Police Chief Jarod Towers. Public comments will be taken, and the committee will approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Discussion on committee action regarding immigration enforcement in Hyattsville
• Q&A with Sandra Shepherd, Director of Community Services & Programs (20-25 minutes)
• Police department update from Chief Jarod Towers (10-15 minutes)
• Approval of January 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments allowed for up to two minutes per person

The committee voted to modify the agenda to include discussion of an article about potential ICE facilities in Hyattsville, and the amendment was approved unanimously. The October meeting minutes were also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda amendment to discuss ICE facilities (unanimous)
• Approved October minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The Hyattsville Environment Committee will discuss the Department of Public Works' winter salting policy and smart salting practices, along with public education on proper salt use. The committee will also explore diversifying partnerships and outreach, and plan a creative thinking workshop for homeowners. Other items include approval of January minutes and a public comment period.

• Discussion of DPW winter salting policy and smart salting practices (15 min)
• Diversifying HEC partnerships and outreach (20 min)
• Creative thinking workshop for homeowners: dates, partnerships, and ideas (20 min)
• Welcome new members (5 min)
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person)

The Hyattsville Environment Committee unanimously approved the January meeting minutes. The planned Creative Thinking Workshop for Homeowners was moved to a future date. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved Creative Thinking Workshop for Homeowners to a future date

Race and Equity Task Force

The Hyattsville Race & Equity Task Force will begin with a public comment period, followed by a screening of the documentary "Religion, Racism, & Reconciliation." The meeting then moves into a work session to plan the 2026 agenda, including council and committee meeting dates, communications about the revised advisory role, and scheduling a community‑engagement meeting. No formal decisions are listed; the focus is on discussion and planning.

• Public comment (up to 3 minutes per participant)
• Screening of "Religion, Racism, & Reconciliation" documentary
• Work session to plan 2026 council and committee meeting schedule
• Review proposed communications about revised RETF advisory role
• Identify dates for a community‑engagement meeting

The Race & Equity Task Force voted to approve the November meeting minutes with all members in favor and no opposition. The meeting was then formally adjourned after a motion to adjourn was moved and seconded. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the 'Stepping Forward' 2026-2031 Strategic Plan and discuss retirement health benefits. The body is also deciding on facility maintenance contracts and a design standards departure for a development project.

• Contracts with SFMS, LLC and Unisource Services, LLC for on-call facilities maintenance not to exceed $60,000 per year each
• Proposed departure from design standards for West Hyattsville Phase 2 Development (DPT-2025-0003)
• Contract extension for Tanko Streetlighting, LLC to December 31, 2026
• Contract extensions to December 31, 2026 for Toole, Pennoni, LIDC, and SMC regarding Lower Ward 1 Resiliency Projects
• Proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month

The council moved the Tanko contract change order to the action agenda and approved the amended agenda. It adopted Black History Month proclamations and approved the consent agenda. The council authorized on‑call facilities maintenance contracts and approved a change order extending the Tanko streetlighting contract to Dec 31 2026. It also authorized the mayor to submit formal correspondence to the Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission regarding the West Hyattsville Phase II development.

• Moved Tanko contract change order to action agenda (unanimous AYE)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous AYE)
• Adopted Black History Month proclamation (unanimous AYE)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous AYE)
• Authorized contracts with SFMS, LLC and Unisource Services, LLC for on‑call facilities maintenance (unanimous AYE)
• Approved change order extending Tanko Streetlighting, LLC contract to Dec 31 2026 (unanimous AYE)
• Authorized mayor to submit correspondence on West Hyattsville Phase II project to Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission (unanimous AYE)

Shade Tree Board

The Hyattsville Shade Tree Board will discuss updates to the city tree ordinance, a leadership transition, and the rationale behind recent tree pruning and removals by DPW and contractors. The board will also hear a report on permits, denials, and illegal removals, and consider launching social media posts with winter weather tips for tree care.

• Tree Ordinance Update under old business
• Update on DPW/Contractor’s rationale for tree pruning/removals
• Heritage Tree Plaques project update
• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals by Dawn Taft
• Social media initiative: winter weather tips to protect trees

The Shade Tree Board approved the January 2026 meeting minutes. The board also received approval to develop and use a Tree Report Card checklist. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved January 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized development of Tree Report Card checklist

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections will convene to approve minutes, discuss a vacancy update, and review research. The meeting is scheduled for 4 PM on February 3, 2026, at the City Building.

• Approval of the Minutes
• Filling Vacancy Update
• Research Update
• Public Comment
• Meeting at City Building, 4310 Gallatin Street

The Board of Supervisors of Elections approved the February 3 minutes by unanimous vote. A discussion on a 365‑day vacancy policy noted that council pay for the dual role is still to be determined. The board reviewed its ongoing ranked‑choice voting (RCV) study and assigned Erin to create a project‑management timeline for the research. Voter‑outreach efforts will continue to target youth and new residents.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tasked Erin with creating a project‑management timeline for RCV research

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council will review minutes from December 11, receive updates from staff and council liaisons, and discuss logistics—including ideas and timeline—for a Mental Health Media Campaign. The meeting is open to the public virtually, with a 5-minute public comment period.

• Brainstorm and streamline ideas and timeline for Mental Health Media Campaign

The council set recording dates for a mental health PSA video on February 4 and 11 at 4:00 PM. It announced a February 12 meeting with Mr. Scott Showalter on school safety and noted the Women's Legislative Briefing on January 31 was cancelled due to weather. Members brainstormed video script ideas, scene order, and suggested adding resource links. No formal approvals, votes, or decisions were recorded.

Education Advisory Committee

The Hyattsville Education Advisory Committee will elect a new chair and record keeper for 2026 and discuss approval of enrichment grants. The committee will also approve its 2026 calendar and minutes from previous meetings. Events planning for the year is on the agenda.

• Election of 2026 Chair and Record Keeper
• Discussion and approval of 2026 Enrichment Grants
• Approval of updated EAC 2026 calendar
• Events planning for 2026

The committee approved the meeting agenda, the December 19, 2025 minutes, and the updated 2026 calendar. Members elected Michael Angeloni as chair and Lisvette Garcia as record keeper. The board approved a $9,000 budget for fifteen 2026 enrichment grant projects and added three events to the February agenda.

• Approved January 27, 2026 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved updated EAC 2026 calendar (unanimous)
• Elected Michael Angeloni as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Lisvette Garcia as record keeper (unanimous)
• Approved $9,000 enrichment grant budget for 15 projects (unanimous)
• Approved addition of Principal Luncheon, Backpack Drive, and College & Trade Night to February agenda (unanimous)

Race and Equity Task Force

The Race and Equity Task Force will review proposed communications regarding its advisory role and plan meetings and events for 2026. The meeting includes a film screening and a work session on community engagement.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Film screening: Religion, Racism, & Reconciliation
• Work session on 2026 agenda planning
• Review of communications about RETF advisory role
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person)

City Council

The Hyattsville City Council will hold a virtual regular meeting on January 27, 2026. Items for discussion include a proposed charter amendment and code update that would remove council approval of the personnel manual. Consent items include a $269,918 budget amendment for FEMA COVID-19 reimbursements and a license renewal with Friendship Arms LLC for a mental wellness check-in office. The council will also vote on adopting updated Rules of Procedure and make appointments to regional policy committees and the Environment Committee.

• Discussion of proposed charter amendment and code update to remove council approval of the personnel manual
• FY26 Special Revenues Funds budget amendment appropriating $269,918 for COVID-19 FEMA reimbursement grant funds
• Renewal license agreement with Friendship Arms LLC for City use of an office for the Mental Wellness Check-in Initiative
• Adoption of Hyattsville Resolution 2026-01 establishing Council Rules of Procedure
• Appointments to COG Policy Committees and Hyattsville Environment Committee (Bradley Phelps, Ross van Dongen)

The council unanimously approved the FY26 budget amendment to appropriate $269,918 for closing out COVID‑19 FEMA reimbursement grant funds. It also adopted the Council Rules of Procedure, approved several appointments to regional policy committees and the Hyattsville Environment Committee, and adopted a proclamation honoring Laura Reams. All items were passed by unanimous consent.

• Approved FY26 Budget Amendment to appropriate $269,918 FEMA grant funds (unanimous)
• Adopted Hyattsville Resolution 2026-01 adopting the Council Rules of Procedure (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Council of Governments policy committees for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Bradley Phelps and Ross van Dongen to the Hyattsville Environment Committee (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation honoring Laura Reams for her years of service (unanimous)
• Approved agenda amendment to add proclamation honoring Laura Reams (unanimous consent)
• Approved minutes for the December 1 and December 15, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including renewal license agreement with Friendship Arms, LLC (unanimous)

City Council

Age Friendly Work Group

The Age-Friendly Hyattsville Work Group is meeting to introduce the Aging and Wellness Services Coordinator and review upcoming workshops. The group will discuss various senior resources, including an oral history project and digital literacy classes.

• Workshops on household assistance (1.26.26), falls prevention (2.23.26), and tenants' rights (3.16.26)
• Oral History Project scheduled for Spring 2026
• Bilingual Digital Literacy Class Series for Spring 2026
• Care Partner Support Group Training with Prince George’s County Community Collaborative Resolution Center in March 2026
• Seniors On the Go! trip to the Baltimore Museum of Art

Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee will meet virtually to approve minutes, elect a chair and recordkeeper, and plan upcoming speaker series events including a Blood Pressure/Heart Health event on February 13, 2026. The committee will also receive a status update on THRIVE grants. Public comment is limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Elect chair and recordkeeper
• Blood Pressure / Heart Health event on 2/13/26
• Nutrition speaker series event
• THRIVE grants status update
• Approve minutes from December 4 meeting

The advisory committee unanimously approved the December 4 meeting minutes. Nicole Betschman was elected record keeper and Marylyn Presutti was elected chair. The committee approved a $2‑300 budget for a nutrition class and confirmed the room reservation for March 21.

• Approved December 4 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Nicole Betschman as record keeper
• Elected Marylyn Presutti as chair
• Approved nutrition class cost of $2‑300 (committee approval)
• Reserved multiple purpose room March 21, 2‑4 pm for nutrition class

Code Compliance Advisory Board

The committee will review a code issues report and provide member updates. The meeting includes a scheduled vote regarding a new board.

• Code issues report presented by CJ and Hal
• Vote on new board

The Code Compliance Advisory Board approved its agenda and prior minutes. The board voted to nominate and approve Michael Bonds as Chair, Arinee Flurry as Vice‑Chair, and Stacy Dennery as Recorder. No new agenda topics were added.

• Agenda approved by the Committee
• Prior meeting minutes approved with update to Council Member Liaison for Ward 3
• Michael Bonds nominated and approved as Chair
• Arinee Flurry nominated and approved as Vice‑Chair
• Stacy Dennery nominated and approved as Recorder
• No future agenda topics added

Education Advisory Committee

The Hyattsville Education Advisory Committee will meet to approve its January 19 agenda, December 2025 minutes, and updated 2026 calendar. The committee will also elect a chair and record keeper for 2026, and discuss and vote on 2026 Enrichment Grants. Planning for 2026 events is also on the agenda.

• Approval of December 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of updated 2026 EAC calendar
• Election of Chair and Record Keeper for 2026
• Discussion and approval of 2026 Enrichment Grants
• Events planning for 2026

Educational Facilities Task Force

The committee will discuss the construction and swing space updates for Hyattsville Elementary School. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding committee positions.

• Hyattsville Elementary School construction update
• Hyattsville Elementary School swing space update
• Discussion on committee positions

Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Hyattsville Police & Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on January 14, 2026, to review year-end committee work, discuss 2026 topics, and receive a department update from Chief Jarod Towers.

• Review of 2025 committee work and 2026 discussion topics
• HVL Police Department update from Chief Jarod Towers
• Approval of November 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Committee workflow discussion
• Next meeting scheduled for February 11, 2026

The advisory committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the November meeting minutes. Members decided to continue meeting monthly on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Chief of Police Jarod Towers agreed to invite a CASA expert to the next meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• November minutes approved unanimously
• Continue monthly meetings on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. (decision)
• Chief Towers to invite a CASA expert to the next meeting

Hyattsville Environment Committee

The Hyattsville Environment Committee will meet to approve December minutes, discuss a Zero Waste timeline, and vote on outreach to a University of Maryland professor. The meeting will also include elections for committee leadership.

• Approval of December minutes
• Vote on outreach to UMD professor
• Elections for HEC chair, co-chair, and secretary
• Discussion of Zero Waste recommendations
• Review of HEC 2025-26 Goals

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council will meet to review previous minutes and receive updates from staff and council liaisons. The body will brainstorm logistics and a timeline for a mental health media campaign.

• Presentation by Aysia Conner from Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital
• Planning and brainstorming for a Mental Health Media Campaign

Shade Tree Board

The Shade Tree Board will approve December 2025 minutes, hear a brief report on permits and illegal removals, and discuss old business including board elections, a tree permit appeal from December 2025, a communications report, and a tree 'report card' proposal. No new business is listed. Public comment will be taken, limited to 5 minutes per person.

• Approval of previous December 2025 meeting minutes
• Report on approved permits, denials, and illegal removals
• Tree permit appeal from December 2025
• Discussion of a tree 'report card'

Board of Supervisors of Election

The Board of Supervisors of Elections is holding a regular meeting. Items include public comment, approval of minutes, a council presentation update, and discussion of the next steps for filling vacancy legislation. No specific decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Public Comment
• Approval of Minutes
• Council Presentation Update/Recap
• Next Step for Filling Vacancy Legislation
• New Business