Mayor and City Council

City Council Workshop and Legislative Meeting Hybrid Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 7:00 pm Workshop Items for Discussion Statement for the Record - Closed Meeting of Monday, September 16, 2024: In accordance with the General Provisions Article, Section 3-306 (c) (2) of the Annotated Code of Maryland, I move that the minutes of tonight’s meeting reflect that the City Council met in person, with council member Ryan Hussey appearing remotely, at 6016 Princess Garden Parkway, New Carrollton, MD 20784, in a closed session on Monday, September 16, 2024, at 9:10 p.m., pursuant to the General Provisions Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, §3-305 (b) (1) “To consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending or potential litigation.” Motion – Lai/Lashley - Vote to Close Meeting: Yes No Abstain Absent Ms. Urbina X Mr. Lashley X Mr. Rosenberg X Mr. Lai X Mr. Hussey X The following staff members were in attendance: City Clerk Ashli Pressey and City Administrator Maisha Williams. Also present was Mayor Katrina Dodro. The City Council and the Mayor discussed and provided feedback on the matter. The Closed Meeting adjourned at 9:31p.m. Workshop Meeting Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Public Comments and Questions 3 min each 3. Presentation from Congressman Glenn Ivey’s Office 15 min 4. Presentation: Elliot From SRT Labs 30 min 1  Possible Solutions for PEPCO Lighting Issue 5. Public Comments 3 min each 6. Motion to Adjourn - Move into Legislative Meeting Legislative Meeting Agenda New Business 1. Call to Order 2. Veto Override of Resolution 25-07 3. Consent Agenda – Items on the Consent Agenda are presented for approval through a single motion. I move that the City Council of the City of New Carrollton: a Approve the Motion By: a. Council Workshop Meeting Minutes (June 5, 2024). 2nd: b. Council Workshop Meeting Minutes Vote: ( June 17, 2024). c. Council Legislative (Juneteenth Holiday) Meeting Minutes (June 19, 2024). d. Council Legislative Meeting Minutes (June 20, 2024 ). e. Council Retreat Meeting Minutes (June 22, 2024). f. Council Closed Meeting Minutes (July 1, 2024). g. Council Workshop and Legislative Meeting Minutes (July 3, 2024). h. Council Closed Meeting Minutes (July 17, 2024). i. Council Workshop and Legislative Meeting Minutes (July 17, 2024). j. Council Workshop and Special Legislative Meeting Minutes (August 7, 2024 ). k. Council Workshop and Legislative Meeting Minutes (August 21, 2024). 4. Motion to Adjourn PLEASE NOTE: This meeting of the City of New Carrollton Council will be a hybrid meeting. This means that you can attend in person, by using the Zoom link below 2 or by telephone (301) 715-8592. Closed captioning will be available on Zoom for all viewers. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87245707592 Meeting ID: 872 4570 7592 If you would like to submit comments in writing please email Ashli Pressey, at apressey@newcarrolltonmd.gov by 3:00 pm the day of the meeting. Comments are also welcome after any meeting. 3 1 - | MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING – JUNE 5, 2024, CITY OF NEW CARROLLTON MINUTES Called to order at 7:00 p.m. Via Zoom/Municipal Center, Room 230. In attendance were Councilmembers Briana Urbina, David Lai, Duane Rosenberg, Lincoln Lashley and Ryan Hussey. Also present were Mayor Katrina Dodro, Chief David G. Rice, Director of Public Works Andre Triplett, ACAO Maisha Williams, IT Director Andrew Facey and Araceli Guzman-Benitez. 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS Resident Teslim Alghali, from the Aging committee of Prince George’s County. Spoke in support of the resolution to advocating to cease fire in Palestine. Philip Emeritz, Colmar Manor Councilmember spoke in support of the resolution to cease fire in Palestine. Elias Johnson spoke in support of the resolution to cease fire in Palestine and to congratulate the City of New Carrollton for taking action. Mary Hershberger of Brentwood spoke in support of the resolution to cease fire in Palestine. Mr. Chapman a member of the West Lanham Hills Volunteer Fire Department requested that the City fixed potholes on Riverdale Road through Lamont Drive. 2. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS Chairperson Urbina: • Wished everyone a Happy Pride Month. • Thanked Senator Alonzo Washington and County Councilmember Eric Olson for attending the raising of the pride flag evet at the Municipal Center. • New Carrollton Pool is open. Councilmember Rosenberg: • Blood drive at the Municipal Center on July 11. • Mayor’s Meet and Greet. Second Saturday of each month at the New Carrollton Library. • Event to commemorate graduates June 2024. Councilmember Lai: • Happy Global Running Day. • Amnesty program to pay late tickets • Senior Friday’s each Friday at the Municipal Center at 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. • Trolley Trail Day. • Gun Buyback event. • Ebenezer Food distribution at the Municipal Center. First and third Saturday of each month at 10:00 am. • Immigration clinic. 2 - | MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING – JUNE 5, 2024, • Calvin Hawkins to host a Job Fair on June 13. Councilmember Hussey: • Juneteenth 5k run. (Needs volunteers). Councilmember Lashley: • Congratulated all graduates. Mayor Dodro: • Meet and Greet on June 8 at 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. • Gun Buyback Program on June 8. • Photography class is an eight-week program for the youth of New Carrollton. • Prince George’s County Planning Board public hearing June 20 at 10:00 am. • Modular Building at Beckett Field for National Boys and Girls Club to host programs. • Celebration of all graduates. • If I Were Mayor Contest from the Maryland Municipal League. (Mayor for a Day). • Welcome the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), back to the City of New Carrollton. • Grants: Safe Streets 4 All Program open space (Mahoney Woods to create a small amphitheater) and Oak Park to focus on an outdoor nature, water capture, or rain capture feature. 3. PRESENTATION: FIRE DEPARTMENT Mayor Dodro discussed the services the West Lanham Hills Fire Department offers to the City of New Carrollton, noting that although the city typically provides annual funding, this support had not been given in recent years. The Mayor then presented a certificate representing $21,000 in overdue funding. Mayor Dodro expressed her gratitude to the group of Fire fighters present in the room for their partnership on the safety of the City. 4. PRESENTATION: VHB Ryan McAllister from VHB a multi-disciplinary civil engineering firm led the discussion on the Scope of services for the Hanko Building they do urban planning. Mr. McAllister provided a brief overview about their firm. Topics covered: • Experience include projects with County agencies and municipalities. • Land development real estate. • Multi-disciplinary and integrated services. • Agency review. • Master planning. • Project goal is to prepare conceptual plan. • Feasibility study. (Mahoney Drive Park). 3 - | MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING – JUNE 5, 2024, • Proposed schedule. Mayor Dodro stated that the plan/project of $250,000, is from State bond bill funding that initially was provided for a skate park, but recently re-allocated specifically for the Hanko Building. The funding will not come out of ARPA budget. 5. DISCUSSION: NIU SHOWERS Chairperson Urbina stated that NIU Showers is a topic previously discussed. A sale price of $76,415 was added with additional 10% safety stocks of spare parts to be shipped at no extra cost. The showers can be used for decontamination. Mayor Dodro added that if they go forward with the contract, that a purchase of toilets will be added for an additional $20,000, which is a very low cost on the toilet. She also informed about the intention of having those mobile showers. Chairperson Urbina further discussed the topic with the Councilmember. She called for a vote to go forward with the purchase. However, three out five Councilmembers voted no. Will not move forward with the project. The vote was 2-0-3. 6. DISCUSSION: JUNETEENTH MEETING/GRADUATION CELEBRATION Chairperson Urbina explained that the next meeting, which would be on the third Wednesday of June falls on a federal holiday and that there will be no staff because the office is closed. She proposes to meet briefly via Zoom on the third Wednesday to table the topics for the next day and re-schedule the meeting for Thursday, June 20. The celebration of all graduates will take place at 6:00 pm before the Council meeting on June 20th. All graduates are welcome. 7. DISCUSSION: NEW CARROLLTON BOARD OF ELECTIONS TERMS Chairperson Urbina led the discussion on the terms of the Board of Elections members, Charles Davis and Petal Sampson are expiring and are seeking re- appointment. The Councilmembers discussed the topic, asked questions and provided input. 8. DISCUSSION: RESOLUTION 24-05 CREATING A PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS COMMITTEE Chairperson Urbina presented the topic on a resolution to create a Parents and Caregivers’ committee. A discussion followed and all the Councilmembers stated that they support the committee. 9. DISCUSSION: RESOLUTION 24-06 PROMOTING CEASEFIRE IN GAZA Chairperson Urbina facilitated the discussion on the resolution advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza. Urbina invited former Board of Education member from district five, Raaheela Ahmed, and local resident Amil Johnson to speak at the podium. Ms. Ahmed and Mr. Johnson expressed their support for the resolution advocating to 4 - | MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING – JUNE 5, 2024, ceasefire in Gaza. The Councilmembers discussed the topic, had questions and provided input. 10. DISCUSSION: FY 2025 COUNCIL WORKSHOPS & COUNCIL LEGISLATIVE MEETINGS SCHEDULE Chairperson Urbina added additional meetings to the meeting schedule to reflect July 3 virtually and August 7 virtually. The meeting schedule will be amended and will be a vote on the next Council meeting. 11. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS Creg McLane suggested the following: • Start presenters with their history. • Provide bridge updates on every meeting. • ARPA budget updates. Mr. Emeritz: • Spoke in support of ceasing fire in Gaza. 12. MOTION TO ADJOURN Chairperson Urbina moved to adjourn the meeting. Councilmember Lai seconded. The motion passed unanimously 5-0-0. The meeting adjourned at 9:49 pm Respectfully submitted, Araceli Guzman-Benitez City Clerk Adopted by the City Council on_____________________. Note: The official recording of the City of New Carrollton’s Council Workshop Meeting of Wednesday, June 5, 2024, has been posted to the City of New Carrollton’s website: www.newcarrolltonmd.gov. 1| MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING – JUNE 17, 2024 CITY OF NEW CARROLLTON MINUTES Called to order at 7:03 p.m. Via Zoom/Municipal Center, Room 230. In attendance were Councilmembers Briana Urbina, Lincoln Lashley and Duane Rosenberg, (Councilmembers Ryan Hussey and David Lai were absent). Also present were Mayor Katrina Dodro, Chief of Police David G. Rice, Director of Public Works Andre Triplett, IT Director Andrew Facey, City Clerk Ashley Pressey and Araceli Guzman-Benitez. 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NONE) 2. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS Chairperson Urbina: • Announced the passing of her uncle the Honorable Ricardo Urbina, who blazed paths in the legal community as the first Latino judge on D.C. Superior Court as well as on the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Urbina passed away of Parkinson’s disease. Chairperson Urbina asked for prayers during this difficult time. Councilmember Rosenberg: • Pastor Jasmina Meade of the Trinity Moravian Church was invited to the celebration of the Graduates of New Carrollton. • The New Carrollton Pool is open for business. Councilmember Lashley: • Juneteenth Holiday – June 19, the City offices will be closed and there will not be bulk pick-up service. • The New Carrollton Police Foundation will meet on July 13. • There are cooling centers throughout Prince George’s County. Due to high temperatures, check on your elderly residents and to find cooling centers, please visit https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news/cooling/centers. Chairperson Urbina: • Acknowledged Juneteenth Holiday. 3. PRESENTATION: PLANNING ASSISTANCE TO MUNICIPALITIES AND COMMUNITIES (PAMC) Mr. Connor Klein, a Planner with the Community Planning Division at the Prince George’s County Planning Department led the discussion about the possibility to collaborating with the City of New Carrollton roadways and bike-ability. He provided a brief overview about the program, and that the objective of the program is to provide short-term studies and recommendations: • Planning Department resources. • Goal is for Fiscal Year 2025. • Short-term (12-18 month) plans and studies. • Use Planning Department resources to speed up a grant process. (No application needed other than the work already in process). 2| MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING – JUNE 17, 2024 • Planning Department has a set of consultants that manages projects. • Implement the plan elements of Plan 2035. • Deals with transportation. (Land use, economic prosperity, transportation, mobility, natural environment, housing and neighborhoods, community heritage design, healthy communities, and public facilities). • Development of grants training program. • Provided examples of projects with different municipalities. • Community Engagement. • Bike/pedestrian connectivity study. The Councilmembers asked questions and provided input. 4. DISCUSSION: ORDINANCE TO ADOPT CABLE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT Attorney Suellen Ferguson led the discussion on the Comcast Cable Franchise agreement. She mentioned that the negotiations for the Comcast Franchise have spanned 10 years and that the agreement was finally been reached. The ordinance extends the franchise for another 10 years. She also emphasized that the County and the larger municipalities have approved the agreement. • The agreement retains a 5% franchise fee, and the 3% PEG. • Makes provision for continuing the INET (CNET) usage through the Police Department. • Comcast has become much more conservative across the United States, which makes provision for municipalities to take over the INET (CNET) eventually because Comcast is getting out of the INET business. • Municipalities are still entitled to their PEG channels, and high definition. • The agreement is the same for all 27 municipalities and the County. The Councilmembers asked questions and provided input. 5. FIRE DEPARTMENT AND VFD Mayor Dodro mentioned that professional firefighters in Prince George’s County are being pulled from volunteer fire stations, which is leaving these stations understaffed. She pointed out that the notice dated June 3 was only received on June 10, creating a problem because the professional firefighters are required to be present. She also noted that it becomes complicated for volunteer firefighters to operate in Prince George’s County due to a six-month processing time. The Volunteer Fire Department are asking municipalities to allocate $7,500 annually in their budgets for the Volunteer Fire Department. The funding will allow the Volunteer Fire Department to purchase other equipment not being provide. The Councilmembers were moved and unanimously agreed to amend the budget to allocate additional funds to support the volunteer firefighters. 6. REPORT FROM THE MAYOR AND THE ADMINISTRATION Mayor Dodro: • Announced that there are a few positions filled in the Administration: City Clerk, Office Manager, Administrative Assistant, and the Code Enforcement Manager. • The Councilmember parking signs in the front parking lot will be removed. Asking Councilmembers to park on the back parking lot. 3| MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING – JUNE 17, 2024 ACAO Williams: • Having bi-weekly meetings with CPJ, about the bridge. Meeting minutes provided. • Flag Pride raising event on June 1. • First seniors field trip. • Met with the National Boys and Girls Club. • Residents calling about the Service Line Warranty program. • Safe Streets grant awarded to the City. • The Administration’s report includes the ARPA spending financial statement with the monthly financial statement and the list of bills. Chief Rice: • Wished everyone a happy Father’s Day. • The Gun Buyback program did not have a big turnout but will have another event. • Seven guns were recovered. • The police report was missing but will be provided later. • Animal Control does not have a spa and neutering program at this time. • Ticket amnesty. • A question about what percentage of tickets does the City collect and revenue. • Six inches away from the curb is a violation. • Ballistic vests expire every three years. Purchased three via grants. • Stray dog. Director Triplett: • Trees are being removed on 85th Avenue. (Dead trees). • Trees will be removed from Westbrook Dr. (Dead trees). • The parking lot project for Publics Works was completed. • The parking lot project for Frenchman’s Creek was completed. • Recycling contract will expire at the end of June. Requested an extension with GCI. • Proposal to re-pave Lamont Drive, to Good Luck Road to include the bridge on Westbrook Dr. The project will cost $292,762 with VMP Construction. (Vote needed). • The Fuel Tanks failed the test of cathartic protection, which means that it needs repairs estimated $22,500., plus excavation. The tanks need to be replaced due to its 30-year life span. A blanket purchase order has been secured through the State of Maryland with Car Fuels and the help of CPJ. (Through ARPA funds). • A brief overview about CPJ, the project on the bridge is on schedule. It was recommended that the same contractor be used for the demo, while waiting on the permit process. • Harland Street guided proposal to fill the pool, the field with SOD, gravel and seed in the amount of $340,000. (Through ARPA funds). The Councilmembers asked questions and provided input. Chairperson Urbina proposed a closed session July or August to review what the mayor has been up to, what has come up, and whether there is any interests. 7. GRANT: MARYLAND ENERGY ADMINISTRATION – OUTDOOR LIGHTING 4| MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING – JUNE 17, 2024 EFFICIENCY Mayor Dodro summarized that a grant was awarded to the City: • The City received a $13,000 grant from the State of Maryland to replace the top lighting on poles in two parks. • The total cost of the project is approximately $103,000. • Contractors for the project will be selected from the State's list. • Pepco has rebates the City can use. • $38,000 will be returned to the City through grant funding and Pepco rebates. • Half of the project's cost will be covered by the grant and rebates. • The project includes upgrading to LED lighting and preparing poles for smart technology. The Councilmembers asked questions and provided input. 8. MML CONFERENCE PREPARATION The Mayor gave a short overview of the items included in a bag distributed to all Councilmembers and staff attending the 2024 Summer MML Conference. The Councilmembers asked questions and provided input. 9. MAYOR & COUNCIL RETREAT Chairperson Urbina stated that she was able to secure a room at the Library in Ocean City to have the retreat. The City Attorney advised that it was okay to have the retreat as long as the retreat was open via Zoom. • The City Council will meet at 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm. • The Mayor will come after. • Agenda to discuss: Re-organization of the Council. (Chairperson nomination to serve one year). • Other topics: Develop a plan to provide to the mayor. • Revisit promises made to each other. • Publish the agenda. • The Zoom meeting will only be for residents to listen. • Parking. • In the month of August, they will put together Charter ordinances on topics such as Elections and Ethics. 10. MEETING MINUTES Chairperson Urbina mentioned the following meeting minutes: a.) Council Workshop- Special Legislative Meeting Minutes (April 3, 2024). b.) Council and Mayor Retreat Meeting Minutes (April 4, 2024). c.) Council and Mayor Retreat Meeting Minutes (April 11, 2024). d.) Council Workshop Meeting Minutes (April 15, 2024). e.) Council Workshop-Legislative Meeting Minutes (April 17, 2024). 11. LIST OF BILLS 5| MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING – JUNE 17, 2024 There were not any questions about the list of bills. 12. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS Chairperson Urbina asked whether the fuel tank’s cathartic protection is needed to minimize corrosion in the fuel tank or is it safety to prevent explosion on the ladder. In addition, to make sure to do a good job correctly by removing the concrete before filling the pool at Harland Street. Dave Rowlands at 8318 Carrollton Parkway: Question on who to contact about an issue with Pepco. The City should keep contact with Pepco to help residents when issues arise. 13. MOTION TO ADJOURN Councilmember Lashley moved to adjourn the meeting. Councilmember Rosenberg seconded. The motion passed unanimously 3-0-0, with Councilmembers Lai and Hussey absent. The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Araceli Guzman-Benitez City Clerk Adopted by the City Council on_____________________. Note: The official recording of the City of New Carrollton’s Council Workshop Meeting of Monday, June 17, 2024, has been posted to the City of New Carrollton’s website: www.newcarrolltonmd.gov. 1| MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL LEGISLATIVE MEETING – JUNE 19, 2024 CITY OF NEW CARROLLTON MINUTES Called to order at 7:17 p.m. Via Zoom. In attendance were Councilmembers Briana Urbina, Duane Rosenberg, Lincoln Lashley, David Lai and Ryan Hussey. Also present were Mayor Katrina Dodro, IT Director Andrew Facey and Araceli Guzman-Benitez. Chairperson Urbina moved to table the meeting for Wednesday, June 19, 2024 and resume on Thursday, June 20, 2024, due to the holiday and not everyone being able to participate. Councilmember Lashley seconded. The motion passed unanimously 5-0-0. 1. Ordinance 24-12: An Ordinance of the Mayor and Council of the City of New Carrollton Granting a Renewal of the Cable Franchise to Comcast of Maryland, LLC and Authorizing a Franchise Agreement. (First Reading). (______________). NEW BUSINESS 2. Department of Public Works Recycling contract with GCI, Residential, Inc. ______ Motion: I move that the City Council of the City of New Carrollton approve the Department of Public Works Recycling contract with GCI Residential, Inc. As proposed on June 18, 2024. (______________). 3. Consent Agenda – Items on the Consent Agenda are presented for approval through a single motion. I move that the City Council of the City of New Carrollton: a. Approve re-appointment of: Charles Davis and Petal Sampson to the City of New Motion Carrollton Board of Elections for a two-year term that will end on June 30, 2026, By: as stated in the City of New Carrollton Charter Section C-5 Board of Elections. 2: nd Vote: _________ b. Approve Resolution 24-05 Creating a Parents and Caregivers Committee. c. Approve Resolution 24-06 Promoting Ceasefire in Gaza. d. Approve the FY2025 Council Workshop & Council Legislative Meeting Schedule, as presented at the Council legislative meeting of June 19, 2024. 2| MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL LEGISLATIVE MEETING – JUNE 19, 2024 e. Approve the Council Workshop- Special Legislative Meeting Minutes (April 3, 2024). Council and Mayor Retreat Meeting Minutes (April 4, 2024). Council and Mayor Retreat Meeting Minutes (April 11, 2024). Council Workshop Meeting Minutes (April 15, 2024). Council Workshop-Legislative Meeting Minutes (April 17, 2024). f. Approve the contract with VHB Company for Civil Engineering Services in support of the Andrew C. Hanko Building addition and modernization project. The services fee of $49,170.00. g. Approve a resolution in support of partnering with the Planning Assistance to Municipalities and Communities (PAMC). h. Approve the Department of Public Works to proceed with the contract paving of Lamont Drive, with VMP Construction Co, Inc., in the amount of $292,762.50. The paving will be funded through the ARPA budget line item Street Paving and Sidewalk Repairs. 4. Motion to Adjourn Chairperson Urbina ended the meeting at 7:19 pm. Respectfully submitted, Araceli Guzman-Benitez City Clerk Adopted by the City Council on_____________________. Note: The official recording of the City of New Carrollton’s Council Legislative Meeting of Wednesday, June 19, 2024, has been posted to the City of New Carrollton’s website: www.newcarrolltonmd.gov. 1| MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL LEGISLATIVE MEETING – JUNE 20, 2024 CITY OF NEW CARROLLTON MINUTES Called to order at 7:00 p.m. Via Zoom/Municipal Center, Room 230. In attendance were Councilmembers Briana Urbina, Duane Rosenberg, Lincoln Lashley, David Lai and Ryan Hussey. Also present were Mayor Katrina Dodro, ACAO Maisha Williams, Director of Public Works Andre Triplett, Major Marc Butler, IT Director Andrew Facey and Araceli Guzman-Benitez. 1. ORDINANCE 24-12: RENEWAL OF THE CABLE FRANCHISE TO COMCAST OF MARYLAND, LLC AND UATHORIZING A FRENCHISE AGREEMENT. (First reading). An ordinance of the Mayor and Council of the City of New Carrollton, granting a renewal of the cable franchise to Comcast of Maryland, LLC, and authorizing a franchise agreement was read. Following a discussion, Councilmember Lashley proposed postponing the matter for a second reading at the next meeting scheduled for July 3, 2024. Councilmember Hussey seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously with a 5-0-0 vote. 2. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS RECYCLING CONTRACT WITH GCI, RESIDENTIAL, INC Councilmember Lai moved that the Council of the City of New Carrollton approve the Department of Public Works Recycling contract with GCI Residential, Inc. As proposed on June 18, 2024. Following a discussion Councilmember Rosenberg seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a 5-0-0 vote. 3. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS : Chairperson Urbina moved that the City Council of the City of New Carrollton approve the following topics through a single motion with the exception of topic f., which was removed of the consent agenda, Councilmember Lashley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a 5-0-0 vote. a. Approved re-appointment of: Charles Davis and Petal Sampson to the City of New Carrollton Board of Elections for a two-year term that will end on June 30, 2026, as stated in the City of New Carrollton Charter Section C-5 Board of Elections. b. Approved Resolution 24-05 Creating a Parents and Caregivers Committee. c. Approved Resolution 24-06 Promoting Ceasefire in Gaza. d. Approved the FY2025 Council Workshop & Council Legislative Meeting Schedule, as presented at the Council legislative meeting of June 19, 2024. e. Approved the Council Workshop- Special Legislative Meeting Minutes (April 3, 2024). Council and Mayor Retreat Meeting Minutes (April 4, 2024). Council and Mayor Retreat Meeting Minutes (April 11, 2024). Council Workshop Meeting Minutes (April 15, 2024). Council Workshop-Legislative Meeting Minutes (April 17, 2024). f. The contract with VHB Company for Civil Engineering Services in support of the Andrew C. Hanko Building addition and modernization project. The services fee of $49,170.00. 2| MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL LEGISLATIVE MEETING – JUNE 20, 2024 Councilmember Hussey requested to removed The topic was removed from the consent agenda. g. Approved a resolution in support of partnering with the Planning Assistance to Municipalities and Communities (PAMC). h. Approved the Department of Public Works to proceed with the contract paving of Lamont Drive, with VMP Construction Co, Inc., in the amount of $292,762.50. The paving will be funded through the ARPA budget line item Street Paving and Sidewalk Repairs. 4. MOTION TO ADJOURN Councilmember Lai moved to adjourn the legislative meeting. Councilmember Hussey seconded. The motion passed unanimously 5-0-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Araceli Guzman-Benitez City Clerk Adopted by the City Council on_____________________. Note: The official recording of the City of New Carrollton’s Council Legislative Meeting of Thursday, June 20, 2024, has been posted to the City of New Carrollton’s website: www.newcarrolltonmd.gov. 1 - MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND MAYOR RETREAT, JUNE 22, 2024 CITY OF NEW CARROLLTON MINUTES Called to order at 1:00 p.m. In-person at 10003 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842. In attendance were Councilmembers Briana Urbina, David Lai, Lincoln Lashley and virtually Duane Rosenberg and Ryan Hussey. Also present were Mayor Katrina Dodro and Araceli Guzman-Benitez. 1. DISCUSSION ON BRIANA CONTINUING AS CHAIR • Chairperson Urbina expressed that she would like to continue to chair the City Council. • Councilmember Lai expressed support for continuance of the current Chairperson. • Councilmember Rosenberg expressed not to reorganize the City Council as per the City’s Charter. • Councilmember Hussey does not support re-organizing the City Council. • Councilmember Lashley expressed support for continuance of the current Chairperson. 2. REVIEW OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND FAILURES IN FY 2024 Positives: • Moving ordinances and policies. • Technology, Samsara, KPI’s. • Social services. • Equity, distribution of information, resources and language access. • Measurable items to implement. • Improvement on policy agenda. • Focus streamline major strategic initiatives. • Implemented programs such as food distribution, seniors program, blood drive, and residents being able to speak during meeting. • FY2025 budget passed, Better meeting process, proactive. • ARPA funds forensic audit, Opengov, council and mayor communication, Hanko building project, Harland Street project, and creating a good foundation. Negatives: • Fail to manage the Bridge situation. (Late responses or did not provide clear information). • Tension between the Mayor and City Council, Administration or procurement, vehicle purchase v rent, Samsara, RFP’s body worn cameras, solar panel project was not handles properly, decontamination showers, Hanko building scope of service, comprehensive study and matrix on cameras. • Does not agreed with last minute topics, ARPA funds breakdown was late, tension between the mayor, City Council and the Administration. • Felt rushed when topics were presented at the last moment, proactive with CPJ, Parking situation (Assessment with consulting firm). 2 - MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND MAYOR RETREAT, JUNE 22, 2024 3. CHARTER REVIEW - WHEN DO WE TAKE ACTION ON THE CHARTER? AND PROGRAMMING OR SPENDING GOALS FOR FY2025- (Limit of 3) i. What actions do we want to take? ii. Passing ordinances to move the City forward. • Communicate clearly with the mayor. • Town Manager Form of government. • Take away responsibilities from the mayor; be able to pass ordinances to strengthen the City Council and the Administration, and ordinances to pass changes to the City’s Charter. • Public property concerns. • Language will be put forward to provide enough time for public view. • Merging Charter, and programing, classification, • Programing goals: Evaluate red light, speed cameras and public safety. • Create data and research infrastructure (Administration). • Website transparency and strategic planning for reaching out to residents. • Town management concept, Police department structure, parking enforcement, currently there is no City Administrative officer. • High crime rate, non-citizen voting. Pursue an ordinance to create a position of town manager: • All Councilmembers were in support of creating an ordinance for a town manager position. Chairperson Urbina asked the City Council if they support a town manager form of government, and to remove the Mayor as the CAO of the day-to-day operation: • All Councilmembers were in support of a town manager form of government. • Mentioned that the Mayor has done some positive things such as youth programing, brought EmployPG, and provided Grant funding to the Volunteer Fire Department. • Negative concept about EmployPG Job Center. Resources such as City staff, space, office supplies and equipment would be through the City. (Want to prevent other Mayor’s from making those decisions). Chairperson Urbina asked the City Council if they support presenting the concept of giving the Council more powers: • All Councilmembers were in support of presenting the concept of giving the Council more powers. • Currently the City Charter does not required that the Mayor report to the City Council. • Vetting and approving. • A town manager reports to the City Council. Parking Issues: 3 - MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND MAYOR RETREAT, JUNE 22, 2024 • Mr. Brooks a resident from Quentin Court had initiated a petition for his neighborhood to have parking permits. • Proposed going to mail a survey in English and Spanish to engage the community by sending post cards. All Councilmembers support it. 4. THE CITY COUNCIL COMPLETED THEIR CONVERSATION AT 3:11 PM. 5. MAYOR KATRINA DODRO Joined the meeting at 3:11 pm. Chairperson Urbina proposed the following topics to the Mayor: • The City Council will work with the City Attorney to create an ordinance for the search of town manager. • Get with the City Attorney to explore ordinances on Council oversight. To inform the Council about manager reporting requirements. • The Council will bid an RFP for a parking study. Will be part of Safe Streets. Mayor Dodro provide the following input: • Mayor Dodro expressed her dissatisfaction with not being allowed to be present during the discussion about proposed changes to the City’s form of government. • Discussing changes to the City’s current form of government to reflect a weak-mayor system was inappropriate and disrespectful as there are other key components to discuss or research in order to dissolve a strong mayor system, because the City does not have the staff to deal with a new system of government without a detailed plan. • The Mayor expressed that the City Council did not allow the Mayor the opportunity to show all the work that she has accomplished. • Does not agreed in changing the form of government created more than 70 years ago. A discussion followed about the City’s Charter: • Experts on government structure. • Oversight reporting information. • Transition to town manager from of government requires changes, which they will figure out what will be best for the city. • It was suggested that before executing ordinances, the City Council should speak to the City Attorney. 6. MOTION TO ADJOURN Councilmember Lai moved to adjourn the City Council and Mayor Retreat. Councilmember Ryan seconded. The motion passed unanimously 5-0-0. The retreat adjourned at 3:36 p.m. 4 - MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND MAYOR RETREAT, JUNE 22, 2024 Respectfully submitted, Araceli Guzman-Benitez City Clerk Adopted by the City Council on _______________. Note: The City Council and Mayor Retreat of Saturday, June 22, 2024, was not video recorded.  CITY OF NEW CARROLLTON MINUTES COUNCIL WORKSHOP AND SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE MEETING WEDNESDAY, JULY 3, 2024 7:01 p.m. – 8:40 p.m. PRESENT: Chair Briana Urbina, Councilmembers Lincoln Lashley, Duane Rosenberg, Ryan Hussey, David Lai, and Mayor Katrina Dodro. ABSENT: City Clerk Ashli Pressey, Assistant City Administrator Maisha Williams, and Community Engagement Constituent Services Officer Araceli Guzman Chair Briana Urbina opened the meeting at 7:01 p.m. ANNOUNCEMENTS Chair Briana Urbina, Mayor Katrina Dodro, and council members David Lai, Lincoln Lashley, Ryan Hussey, and Duane Rosenberg made announcements. PUBLIC HEARING AND DISCUSSION Ordinance 24-12: This was the second reading of this ordinance. Topic moved to legislative portion of the meeting MHD ZEV Grant Program Commitment of Funds for Fiscal Year 2024 Will sell the current bus on Gov Deals to offset the purchase of new EV bus. Will use the grant and money from sale of previous bus to assist with purchase of new EV bus. ARPA funds would possibly assist with bus purchase. All council members support and agree with the purchase. Resolution 25-01: Resolution 25-01: For authorizing the City of New Carrollton Economic Development Department to submit an application to the Prince George's County Planning Department for Planning Assistance to Municipalities and Communities Program (PAMC). Council would like to have the feasibility study extend to parking if possible. All in support of resolution. ADJOURN: A motion was made by Councilmember Lai and seconded by Councilmember Hussey to adjourn the regular meeting, and with a vote of 4-0, the meeting was adjourned at 7:38 p.m. to move into a special legislative meeting. AMENDMENTS TO AND APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Chair Urbina moved to make the items on the agenda of the legislative meeting to a consent agenda. Motion seconded by David Lai. Chair Urbina asked if there were any discussions needed. There were no objections. All in favor and the vote carried. CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Chair Urbina and seconded by Councilmember Lai to adopt the Consent Agenda, which consisted of the following: Ordinance 24-12: an Ordinance of the Mayor and Council of the City of New Carrollton Authorizing a renewing of the Comcast of Maryland, LLC Franchise Agreement. Resolution 25-01: authorizing the New Carrollton Economic Development Department to apply for the Prince George's County Planning Department Planning Assistance to Municipalities and Communities Program (PAMC) grant. MHD ZEV Grant Program Commitment of Funds for Fiscal Year 2024: For the City of New Carrollton to accept the grant offered from the Maryland Energy Administration’s MHD ZEV Grant Program, not to exceed $150,000. This grant will assist The City of New Carrollton in purchasing a medium-duty/heavy-duty zero-emission Electric Transit Bus. Special Announcement: Mayor Dodro has paperwork that coincides with the closed meeting that took place on Monday July 1, 2024. Offered for a simple read however, council were in agreement for a discussion. ADJOURN: A motion was made by Councilmember Lashley and seconded by Councilmember Lai to adjourn the regular meeting, and with a vote of 4-0, the meeting was adjourned at 7:41 p.m. to move into a closed meeting. Chair Urbina called the meeting back to order at 8:38 p.m. ADJOURN: A motion was made by Councilmember Lai and seconded by Councilmember Lashley to adjourn the special legislative meeting, and with a vote of 4-0, the meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Next meeting is July 17, 2024. Respectfully submitted by Ashli Pressey, City Clerk  CITY OF NEW CARROLLTON MINUTES COUNCIL WORKSHOP AND LEGISLATIVE MEETING WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2024 7:10 p.m. – 10:20 p.m. PRESENT: Chair Briana Urbina, Councilmembers Lincoln Lashley, Duane Rosenberg, Ryan Hussey, David Lai, and Mayor Katrina Dodro. City Clerk Ashli Pressey, and Assistant City Administrator Maisha Williams ABSENT: Community Engagement Constituent Services Officer Araceli Guzman Chair Briana Urbina called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. ADJOURN: A motion was made by Council Chair Urbina and seconded by Councilmember Hussey to adjourn the public meeting, and with a vote of 4-0, the meeting was adjourned at 7:13 p.m. to move into a closed meeting. Chair Briana Urbina called the public meeting to order at 7:38 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENTS Constituent Paul Kuharik presented a petition regarding Code 110-22. Constituent Jim asked about the pledge of allegiance before legislative meetings. Questions regarding recent resolutions that were in current agenda packet. Also noted his support of the change of government. Constituent David spoke on issues with unprotected trash bags on the street prior to trash pickup day. Requested some form of violation for those who leave trash bags out unprotected. SPECIAL AGENDA REQUEST Mayor Dodro requested to move agenda item 13 be moved to item 4. Vote carried 4-0. Discussion of Resolution 25-02: To Approve the New Carrollton 5 min Zoning & Appeals Board Decision Recommendation, Case 0001-24. Resident requesting to extend their driveway. Code Enforcement approved an extension of 7 feet instead of 9 feet. Variance board gave their recommendation prior to council meeting. ANNOUNCEMENTS Chair Briana Urbina, Mayor Katrina Dodro, and council members David Lai, Lincoln Lashley, Ryan Hussey, and Duane Rosenberg made announcements. PUBLIC HEARING AND DISCUSSION Report of the Mayor and the Department Heads: Code Enforcement: Permit application for projects exceeding $30,000 in cost. Code Enforcement Manager provided the report for the project. Department of Public Works: Gave updates for current projects and programs. Work hours will begin at 6am instead of 7am due to the intense heat. Paving on Lamont drive is still ongoing. Forewarns about ongoing road closures until the paving is completed. Presented Sidewalk repair proposal Will officially present at August 7, 2024 meeting. Presented data for the month of June. Police Department: Correction on stolen car data originally provided. Explanation on wellness calls and proactive measures taken. Administration Report: Updates for survey flyer and newsletter for July & August. Grants for Solor Reimbursement and Employ PG has been received. Announcement of community day and additional services being added. Mayor: Encouragement for community participation. Focus groups will be at Community Day. Next meet and greet will be at the library starting in August. Questions and Comments from Council Regarding Administration report. Council chair Urbina, councilmembers Lashley, Lai, Hussey, and Rosenberg made comments the administration report. AMENDMENTS TO AND APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Chair Urbina moved to move items 10 and 12 on the agenda after administrative reports. Council member Hussey second the motion. All in favor and the vote carried. Discussion of Permit Application for Projects Exceeding $30,000 in Cost: Second floor and rear extension to the home. Submitted the application, electrical permit, and construction plans for the project. Code Enforcement manager, Daryll Green, explained trash removal for the project as well as during inspection, no obstructions were found. Councilmembers Lai, Hussey, Rosenberg and Council Chair Urbina support the project. No further inquiries regarding the project. Purchase of a new truck for Department of Public Works (DPW). Truck will be replacing an out of service truck. Old truck will be placed on Gov Deals. Explained budget line items that will be used to purchase new vehicle. No questions from the council. Discussion: Resolution in Support of Changing the Charter to City Manager Form of Government: Previously discussed at Councilmember retreat in June 2024. Language will state council will evaluate current government for any changes, if any. Is a statement of the council’s intentions. Will have Maryland Municipal League come in for a retreat to talk about charter changes with Mayor Dodro and the council. Will revisit August 7, 2024. Hatch Act Resolution/Ordinance Will delay this item to August 7, 2024. AMENDMENTS TO AND APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Chair Urbina moved to discuss Hatch Act Ordinance to August 7, 2024. Council member Lashley second the motion. All in favor and the vote carried. Resolution 25-03: A resolution requesting a RFP for Parking consultants. Mayor presented possible conflicts for this request. Councilmembers echoed concerns about the conflicts presented alongside concerns about the parking crisis in the city. List of Bills Council Chair Urbina informed the councilmembers to review. No further comments. Meeting Minutes Council Chair Urbina informed the councilmembers to review. No further comments. Resolution 25-04: Resolution for a RFP for headhunter to find City Manager Candidate. PUBLIC COMMENTS Constituent Phylecia gave comments regarding form of government change. ADJOURN: A motion was made by Councilmember Lai and seconded by Councilmember Hussey to adjourn the city workshop meeting, and with a vote of 4-0, the meeting was adjourned at 10:16 p.m. to move into a legislative meeting. AMENDMENTS TO AND APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Chair Urbina moved to move workshop agenda item two, appointment of City Administrative Officer, into the consent agenda as item “G”. Removed item “C”, Hatch Act Resolution, and “E”, Resolution 25-04 A resolution for a Headhunter to find a City Manager, from the consent agenda. Moved item “D”, Resolution 25-03, into non-consent agenda to replace item two for a separate vote. Councilmember Rosenberg seconded the motion. All in favor and vote carried 5-0. New Business Resolution 25-03: Requesting an RFP for Parking consultants Council chair Urbina moved for a vote for the approval of 25-03. All in favor and vote carried 5-0. CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Chair Urbina and seconded by Councilmember Lai to adopt the Consent Agenda, which consisted of the following: Approve the Council Workshop Meeting Minutes: Council Workshop Meeting Minutes (May 1, 2024). Council Workshop/Special Legislative Meeting Minutes (May 13, 2024). Council Legislative Meeting Minutes (May 15, 2024). Resolution 25-02: A Resolution to Approve the New Carrollton Zoning & Appeals Board Decision Recommendation, Case 0001-24. MHD ZEV Grant Program Commitment of Funds for Fiscal Year 2024: MHD ZEV Grant Program: For the City of New Carrollton to accept the grant offered from the Maryland Energy Administration’s MHD ZEV Grant Program, not to exceed $150,000. This grant will assist The City of New Carrollton in purchasing a medium-duty/heavy-duty zero-emission Electric Transit Bus. DPW Truck Purchase: Approve the purchase of a new stake body truck, funded through budget line item 01-3710-57150 in the amount of $98,424.00. Appointment of City Administrator: Approval to appoint Maisha Williams as the new City Administrator Officer (CAO) Special Announcement: Mayor Dodro has paperwork that coincides with the closed meeting that took place on Monday July 1, 2024. Offered for a simple read however, council were in agreement for a discussion. ADJOURN: A motion was made by Council Chair Urbina and seconded by Councilmember Lai to adjourn the legislative meeting, and with a vote of 5-0, the meeting was adjourned at 10:20 p.m. Next meeting is August 7, 2024. Respectfully submitted by Ashli Pressey, City Clerk  CITY OF NEW CARROLLTON MINUTES COUNCIL WORKSHOP AND SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE MEETING WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2024 7:01 p.m. – 9:45 p.m. PRESENT: Chair Briana Urbina, Councilmembers, Duane Rosenberg, Ryan Hussey, David Lai, City Clerk Ashli Pressey, and Mayor Katrina Dodro. ABSENT: Councilmember Lincoln Lashley, City Administrator Maisha Williams, and Community Engagement Constituent Services Officer Araceli Guzman Chair Briana Urbina opened the meeting at 7:01 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENTS Constituent Paul Kuharik presented a speeding issue on Legation Road and parking in front of private property concerns. Constituent Raneda presented property tax concern about houses that were annexed into the city five years prior. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS Chair Briana Urbina, Mayor Katrina Dodro, and council members David Lai, Ryan Hussey, and Duane Rosenberg made announcements. PUBLIC HEARING AND DISCUSSION Resolution 25-01: Resolution 25-01: For authorizing the City of New Carrollton Economic Development Department to submit an application to the Prince George's County Planning Department for Planning Assistance to Municipalities and Communities Program (PAMC): Correction to Prince George’s County Planning Department. Passed at previous meeting. Reason for resolution needed correction and review by the council. Code 110-22 Presented 7/17/2024 by Constituent Paul Kuharik. Legal concern expressed by Code Enforcement Manager, Daryll Green. Maryland State traffic law will supersede city law. Chief of police, David Rice, expressed legal and public safety concerns. Council in favor of a new ordinance or throwing out the code entirely. Mayor expressed disagreement about either solution. Public comments allowed from Constituents Phelecia, Paul Kuharik and Laura Urbina. Law is still on the books until further notice. Property Improvement Project: Property improvement project cost more than $100,000 and needs council approval prior to issuing the permits. Project being done in phases. All necessary documents have been submitted. Obstructions that may interfere with neighbors or traffic are nonexistent. Parking Enforcement Review: Documentation for the review was not in the agenda packet. Council Chair Urbina explained why the information was requested. Mayor stated information will be provided on the morning of August 8, 2024. Council Chair Urbina removed topic from the agenda. Councilmembers Rosenberg and Hussey agreed with striking the topic. Sidewalk Paving Project: Will take care of most of the extreme trip hazards and severely cracked sidewalks. Another sidewalk paving project will take place in the spring. Will be funded by ARPA funds. Streetlight and Outdoor Lighting Efficiency: Grant from the state of Maryland to replace lighting to LED lighting. Contract needs to be signed and approved due to deadline purposes. Summary of rebates are listed in consent agenda. Council is on board with the project. Resolution 25-06 Changing Form of Government: There were edits made since first reading at the previous meeting. No specific timeline. Is a statement of intent. Mayor Dodro expressed disagreement with changing entire form of government. Council Chair Urbina stated with edits, resolution could pass during the meeting. Council Chair moved to have Resolution 25-06 moved to consent agenda. All in favor and the vote carried 4-0. Ordinance 25-01 Hatch Act: Eliminate city employees from being involved in elections. Prevent elected officials from using their office for political purposes. Employees will have this act enforced through human resources. Political officials will be held accountable through the ethics board. Still a draft until proper edits are made. Resolution 25-05 Support of Issuing an RFP for recruiting firm: Mayor suggested to use MML community board instead of issuing an RFP. Councilmember Rosenberg expressed needs are unique and going through the MML community board may not be best practice. Councilmember Lai expressed issuing the RFP and reaching out through the MML community would be a good idea. Use other cities previous RFP for a recruitment firm as a guide. Council Chair recommended extending the time period on the Resolution before passing. Council Chair Urbina moved to make this apart of the consent agenda. Councilmember Rosenberg second the motion. All in favor and the vote carries 4-0. New Employee Position: Request for a part-time custodian employee. Council Chair Urbina requested a budget amendment. Mayor Dodro informed council the budget for the vendor would be used for the new employee position requested. Mayor informed council a budget amendment will be given if this position was granted. Council all in favor and item will be added to the consent agenda PUBLIC COMMENTS Constituent Toni Amstead inquired about the bus and why it was purchased. Constituent Farmcrest asked how residents are supposed to stay up to date regarding the various traffic laws regarding parking. ADJOURN: A motion was made by Council Chair Urbina and seconded by Councilmember Lai to adjourn the regular meeting, and with a vote of 4-0, the meeting was adjourned at 9:43 p.m. to move into a special legislative meeting. Chair Urbina called the special legislative meeting to order at 9:43 p.m. AMENDMENTS TO AND APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Chair Urbina moved to make the items Resolution 25-05, Resolution 25-06, and Addition of Employee position, on the workshop meeting to a consent agenda. Motion seconded by Councilmember Rosenberg. There were no objections. All in favor and the vote carried 4-0. CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Chair Urbina and seconded by Councilmember Lai to adopt the Consent Agenda, which consisted of the following: Resolution 25-01: Approve amending Resolution 25-01 to reflect the language presented on 8/7/2024 authorizing the New Carrollton Economic Development Department to apply for the Prince George's County Planning Department Planning Assistance to Municipalities and Communities Program (PAMC) grant LED Lighting for Beckett Field: Approve the purchase of LED Lighting for Beckett and Sports Fields funded through ARPA line item 03-3810-58370. Total project cost $103,000. Grant received $13,200. Pepco rebate $41,664. Net cost to the City of New Carrollton $48,136 Purchase of E450 Endera EV: Request to approve purchase of E450 Endera EV 12 passenger with wheelchair positions funded through ARPA budget line 03-3510-57010 in an amount not to exceed $300,000.00 Sidewalk Paving Project: Approve the Department of Public Works to proceed with the contract to repair a total of 18,500 square feet of sidewalk on 27 various streets in the City. New Employee Position: Approval of part-time custodian position. Resolution 25-05: Resolution requesting an RFP to hire a recruiting firm. Resolution 25-06: In support of changing the form of government given the amendments made during the workshop meeting. ADJOURN: A motion was made by Councilmember Lai and seconded by Councilmember Rosenberg to adjourn the special legislative meeting, and with a vote of 4-0, the meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Next meeting is August 21, 2024. Respectfully submitted by Ashli Pressey, City Clerk  CITY OF NEW CARROLLTON MINUTES COUNCIL WORKSHOP AND LEGISLATIVE MEETING WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2024 7:01 p.m. – 9:49 p.m. PRESENT: Chair Briana Urbina, Councilmembers, Duane Rosenberg, Lincoln Lashley, David Lai, City Clerk Ashli Pressey, City Administrator Maisha Williams, and Mayor Katrina Dodro. ABSENT: Councilmember Ryan Hussey and Community Engagement Constituent Services Officer Araceli Guzman Chair Briana Urbina opened the meeting at 7:01 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS Chair Briana Urbina, and council members David Lai, and Duane Rosenberg made announcements. PUBLI COMMENTS No public comments. PUBLIC HEARING AND DISCUSSION Discussion of Code 110-22 Change Not an emergency ordinance and cannot be passed immediately. Councilmember Rosenberg would like to void open violations. Councilmember Lashley supports. Mayor Dodro and City Administrator, Maisha Williams, disagree with voiding prior car cover violations. Councilmember would like to leave the tickets open but not dedicate resources to move them to collections. Council Chair Urbina would like to revisit voiding tickets for this violation at a later date. Reports From Mayor and Departments Department of Public Works: Gave updates for public works building. Updates for fuel tanks, paving projects, and sidewalk repair. Updates given on Powhatan Bridge project. Police Department: Updates on apprehension made for the break-ins at the church on Riverdale Road. Acquired three grants. They will be used for body armor, classes on gun safety, and community engagement. Administration Report: Updates for previous projects that took place in July. Grants for streetlights and economic development was awarded at the end of July. Update on interviews for open positions. Mayor: Updates on Community Day, activities being offered, and possible focus groups. Gave updates on grants the city is aiming to apply for in the near future and EV charging stations. Questions and Comments from Council Regarding Administration report. Council chair Urbina, councilmembers Lashley, Lai, and Rosenberg made comments on the police and administration report. Compensation Study Moved to a later date. Presentation of Community Survey Results Councilmember Lai presented data from the survey conducted in July. Will revisit in case fellow who assisted on the survey can do a deeper dive at another council meeting. All Resident Voting (2 Versions of Legislation for Review) Two different forms of legislation presented. Concerns brought forth about how to hold and maintain data for those who may be immigrants and the results of that. Can be done the same way as same day voting. Concerns raised about possible language barriers if same day registration is granted. Councilmembers in support and will revisit changes at a later date. PUBLIC COMMENTS Constituent Laura Urbina inquired about the bridge and gave advice on how council should proceed with the build and the contract process. Constituent Phylecia brought forth concerns of vandalism and car break ins happening within the community ADJOURN: A motion was made by Councilmember Lai and seconded by Councilmember Lashley to adjourn the workshop meeting, and with a vote of 4-0, the meeting was adjourned at 9:34 p.m. to move into a legislative meeting. Chair Urbina called the special legislative meeting to order at 9:43 p.m. Old Business Ordinance 25-01 Municipal Employee and Contractor Political Activity Ordinance Review of Hatch Act Ordinance. Council made edits to the “Whereas” sections of the Ordinance. Council Chair Urbina made a motion to approve the Ordinance 25-01. All in favor and the vote carries 4-0. Ordinance 25-02 Car Covers Ordinance No discussion needed. Council Chair Urbina moved to approve Ordinance 25-02. All in favor and the vote carries 4-0. New Business Approve the Council Workshop Meeting Minutes (June 5, 2024) Council Workshop Meeting Minutes (June 17, 2024) Council Legislative Meeting Minutes (June 19, 2024) Council Legislative Meeting Minutes (June 20, 2024) Council and Mayor Retreat Meeting Minutes (June 22, 2024) AMENDMENTS TO AND APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Chair Urbina moved to have meeting minutes for June and July read in conjunction with August minutes on September 4, 2024 council meeting. Council member Lashley second the motion. All in favor and the vote carried 4-0. ADJOURN: A motion was made by Council Chair Urbina and seconded by Councilmember Lashley to adjourn the legislative meeting, and with a vote of 4-0, the meeting was adjourned at 9:49 p.m. Next meeting is September 4, 2024. Respectfully submitted by Ashli Pressey, City Clerk