City Council of Hyattsville, Maryland. AGENDA City Council Regular Meeting Monday, May 15, :00 PM

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1 City Council of Hyattsville, Maryland AGENDA City Council Regular Meeting Monday, May 15, :00 PM Council Chambers Hyattsville Municipal Building 4310 Gallatin Street, 3rd Floor Hyattsville, MD (301) CITY COUNCIL Mayor Candace B. Hollingsworth Bart Lawrence, Ward 1 Kevin Ward, Ward 1 Robert S. Croslin, Ward 2 Shani N. Warner, Ward 2 Carrianna Suiter, Ward 3 Thomas Wright, Ward 3 Edouard Haba, Ward 4 Paula J. Perry, Ward 4 Joseph Solomon, Ward 5 Erica Spell, Ward 5 ADMINISTRATION Tracey E. Nicholson, City Administrator Laura Reams, City Clerk, , lreams@hyattsville.org 1 Watch Council Meetings Live View Past Council Meetings

2 WELCOME TO THE CITY OF HYATTSVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING! Your participation at this public meeting is valued and appreciated. Agenda/Packet: The Agenda/Packet is available for review at the Hyattsville Municipal Building and online at prior the scheduled meeting (generally available no later than the Friday prior to the scheduled Monday meeting). Please note, times given for agenda items are estimates only. Matters other than those indicated on the agenda may also be considered at Council discretion. Americans with Disabilities Act: In compliance with the ADA, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting or other services in conjunction with this meeting, please contact the City Clerk s Offi ce at (301) Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. Audible Devices: Please ensure all audible devices are turned off or otherwise not audible when the City Council is in session. Thank you. Consent Agenda: Items listed on the Consent agenda are considered to be routine in nature, and are normally approved by one motion. Please note that most items on the Consent agenda have been discussed at a previous meeting. If a Councilmember wishes to comment on a particular item, that item shall be removed from the Consent agenda to action to allow for additional discussion. Public Input: If you wish to address the Council during the Public Comment period, please submit an Audience Participation Form to the City Clerk prior to the beginning of the meeting. Matters identified during Public Comment that are not on that meeting s agenda will be referred to staff for follow-up or considered on a future agenda. Issues that require a response will be addressed publically at the next regular Council meeting. Speakers are requested to keep their comments to no more than two (2) minutes per speaker. Written comments or supporting documents may be turned in to the City Clerk for distribution to the Mayor and Council. Ways to Watch the Meetings Live: City Council meetings are broadcast live on cable television channel 71 (Comcast) and channel 12 (Verizon). You may also view meetings live online at hyattsville-md.granicus.com/mediaplayer.php?camera_id=2 Replay Schedule: The meetings will be re-broadcast on cable television, channel 71 (Comcast) and channel 12 daily at 7:00 a.m., 1 p.m., and 8 p.m. Meetings are also able for replay online at City Information: Sign up to receive text and notifications about Hyattsville events, government, police and programs at Inclement Weather: In the event of inclement weather, please call to confirm the status of the Council meeting. 2 Twitter Facebook Instagram Vimeo

3 1. Oath of Offi ce, Newly Elected City Councilmembers (8:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.) The Honorable Sydney J. Harrison, Clerk of the Circuit Court, Prince George's County, Maryland, will administer the Oath of Offi ce to the newly elected Councilmembers. 2. Call to Order and Council Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Public Comment (8:15 p.m. 8:25 p.m.) Limit 2 minutes per speaker 6. Consent Items (8:25 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.) 6.a) Proclamation in Recognition of Councilmember Ruth Ann Frazier I move that the Mayor and Council adopt a proclamation in recognition of Councilmember Ruth Ann Frazier's dedicated service to the City of Hyattsville. Motion #: FY17 Sponsor(s): Hollingsworth, Haba, Lawrence Proclamation for Ruth Ann Frazier.docx 6.b) Proclamation in Recognition of Councilmember Patrick Paschall I move that the Mayor and Council adopt a proclamation in recognition of Councilmember Patrick Paschall's dedicated service to the City of Hyattsville. Motion #: FY17 Sponsor(s): Hollingsworth, Haba, Lawrence Proclamation for Patrick Paschall.docx 7. Recognition in Honor of Councilmembers Ruth Ann Frazier and Patrick Paschall (8:30 p.m. - 8:40 p.m.) Mayor Hollingsworth will present former Councilmembers Ruth Ann Frazier and Patrick Paschall with symbols of recognition for their dedicated service to the City of Hyattsville. 8. Action Items (8:40 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.) 8.a) Election of City Council Offi cers I move that the Mayor and Council elect the following individuals to the positions of Council President and Council Vice President. (Details to be determined at the meeting) Motion #: FY17 Sponsor(s): Hollingsworth 8.b) Assignment of Committee Liaisons I move that the Mayor and Council appoint the following Councilmembers as liaisons to City committees. - Code Compliance Advisory Committee: Edouard Haba, Paula Perry 3

4 - Hyattsville Environment Committee: TBD - Education Advisory Committee: Carrianna Suiter - Planning Committee: Tom Wright - Teen Advisory Committee: TBD - Ethics Commission: Edouard Haba - Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee: Carrianna Suiter, Joseph Solomon - Police and Public Safety Citizen's Advisory Committee: Paula Perry, Erica Spell Motion #: FY17 Sponsor(s): At the Request of the City Administrator 9. Discussion Items (8:50 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) 9.a) Discussion and Review of the Legislative Calendar for (10 minutes) Motion #: Discussion Only Sponsor(s): Hollingsworth 10. Council Dialogue (9:00 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.) 11. Community Notices and Meetings 11.a) City Calendar: May 16 - June 5, 2017 Motion #: Sponsor(s): At the Request of the City Administrator Main City Calendar_May 16-June pdf 12. Motion to Adjourn 4

5 Hyattsville City Council Agenda Item Report Meeting Date: May 15, 2017 Submitted by: Laura Reams Submitting Department: Legislative Item Type: Proclamation Agenda Section: Consent Items (8:25 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.) SUBJECT Proclamation in Recognition of Councilmember Ruth Ann Frazier Motion # FY17 Recommendation: I move that the Mayor and Council adopt a proclamation in recognition of Councilmember Ruth Ann Frazier's dedicated service to the City of Hyattsville. Sponsor(s): Hollingsworth, Haba, Lawrence ATTACHMENTS Proclamation for Ruth Ann Frazier.docx Summary Background: Mayor Hollingsworth will present a proclamation of appreciation to Councilmember Ruth Ann Frazier for her dedication and years of service to the City of Hyattsville. Next Steps: Presentation Fiscal Impact: City Administrator Comments: Recommend Support Community Engagement: Strategic Goals: Goal 1 - Ensure Transparent and Accessible Governance Legal Review Required? 5

6 PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING COUNCILMEMBER RUTH ANN FRAZIER S DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE CITY OF HYATTSVILLE This proclamation acknowledges and celebrates the leadership, involvement, and commitment that Councilmember Ruth Ann Frazier, a life-long resident of the City, has demonstrated while representing Ward 5 on Hyattsville s City Council. WHEREAS, Ruth Ann Frazier served as a dedicated Councilmember representing Ward 5 and the City of Hyattsville from May 19, 1997 to May 19, 2013, and again from September 21, 2015 to May 15, 2017; and WHEREAS, Councilmember Frazier s leadership and commitment to children and families throughout the City has resulted in lasting Hyattsville traditions such as the Sonny Frazier Toy Drive for children in need and the Hyattsville Heroes Bowl to help raise funds for that important enterprise; and WHEREAS, her spirit of service to others is reflected by many accolades, including her membership on the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and the President s Call to Service Award among others, and by her contributions to the City s senior, youth, and volunteer programs. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor, Councilmembers, staff, and residents of the City of Hyattsville extend their sincerest appreciation and best wishes to Councilmember Ruth Ann Frazier for her dedicated service and future endeavors. Candace B. Hollingsworth May 15, 2017 Mayor City of Hyattsville 6

7 Hyattsville City Council Agenda Item Report Meeting Date: May 15, 2017 Submitted by: Laura Reams Submitting Department: Legislative Item Type: Proclamation Agenda Section: Consent Items (8:25 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.) SUBJECT Proclamation in Recognition of Councilmember Patrick Paschall Motion # FY17 Recommendation: I move that the Mayor and Council adopt a proclamation in recognition of Councilmember Patrick Paschall's dedicated service to the City of Hyattsville. Sponsor(s): Hollingsworth, Haba, Lawrence ATTACHMENTS Proclamation for Patrick Paschall.docx Summary Background: Mayor Hollingsworth will present a proclamation of appreciation to Councilmember Patrick Paschall for her dedication and years of service to the City of Hyattsville. Next Steps: Presentation Fiscal Impact: City Administrator Comments: Recommend Support Community Engagement: Strategic Goals: Goal 1 - Ensure Transparent and Accessible Governance Legal Review Required? 7

8 PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING COUNCILMEMBER PATRICK A. PASCHALL S DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE CITY OF HYATTSVILLE This proclamation acknowledges and celebrates the leadership, involvement, and commitment that Councilmember Patrick A. Paschall has demonstrated while representing Ward 3 on Hyattsville s City Council. WHEREAS, Patrick A. Paschall served as a dedicated Councilmember representing Ward 3 and the City of Hyattsville from May 20, 2013 to May 15, 2017; and WHEREAS, Councilmember Paschall s leadership and commitment to building a safer and stronger community for City residents from all backgrounds resulted in significant and lasting contributions to Hyattsville s code and Charter, in addition to the City s services, programs, infrastructure, and economic development; and WHEREAS, his reputation for tackling difficult and challenging issues that, in some cases, required legislative changes, policy revisions, and significant coordination and cooperation, has resulted in improved services, support, and quality of life for City residents and visitors. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor, Councilmembers, staff, and residents of the City of Hyattsville extend their sincerest appreciation and best wishes to Councilmember Patrick A. Paschall for his dedicated service and future endeavors. Candace B. Hollingsworth May 15, 2017 Mayor City of Hyattsville 8

9 Hyattsville City Council Agenda Item Report Meeting Date: May 15, 2017 Submitted by: Laura Reams Submitting Department: City Clerk Item Type: Legislative Agenda Section: Action Items (8:40 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.) SUBJECT Election of City Council Offi cers Motion # FY17 Recommendation: I move that the Mayor and Council elect the following individuals to the positions of Council President and Council Vice President. (Details to be determined at the meeting) Sponsor(s): Hollingsworth ATTACHMENTS Summary Background: New City Council Offi cers are elected at the first meeting of a newly seated Council. Next Steps: Fiscal Impact: City Administrator Comments: Community Engagement: Strategic Goals: Legal Review Required? 9

10 SUBJECT Assignment of Committee Liaisons Motion # FY17 Hyattsville City Council Agenda Item Report Meeting Date: May 15, 2017 Submitted by: Laura Reams Submitting Department: City Clerk Item Type: Legislative Agenda Section: Action Items (8:40 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.) Recommendation: I move that the Mayor and Council appoint the following Councilmembers as liaisons to City committees. - Code Compliance Advisory Committee: Edouard Haba, Paula Perry - Hyattsville Environment Committee: TBD - Education Advisory Committee: Carrianna Suiter - Planning Committee: Tom Wright - Teen Advisory Committee: TBD - Ethics Commission: Edouard Haba - Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee: Carrianna Suiter, Joseph Solomon - Police and Public Safety Citizen's Advisory Committee: Paula Perry, Erica Spell Sponsor(s): At the Request of the City Administrator ATTACHMENTS Summary Background: Council liaisons are traditionally reappointed after elections. The committees, and current Council and staff liaisons are listed below. Current Committee Liaisons: Code Compliance Advisory Committee - Council Liaisons: None - Staff Liaison: Chris Giunta Hyattsville Environment Committee - Council Liaison: Patrick Paschall - Staff Liaison: Lesley Riddle Education Advisory Committee - Council Liaison: Bart Lawrence, Kevin Ward, and Robert Croslin - Staff Liaison: Jake Rollow Planning Committee - Council Liaisons: Edouard Haba, Thomas Wright - Staff Liaison: Jim Chandler 10

11 Teen Advisory Committee - Council Liaison: Robert Croslin, Kevin Ward, Shani Warner - Staff Liaison: Saarah Abdul-Rauf Ethics Commission - Council Liaison: Edouard Haba - Staff Liaison: Laura Reams Health, Wellness, and Recreation Advisory Committee: - Council Liaison: Kevin Ward, Joseph Solomon - Staff Liaison: Cheri Everhart & Ellarose Preston Police and Public Safety Citizen's Advisory Committee: - Council Liaison: Robert Croslin, Paula Perry, Ruth Ann Frazier - Staff Liaison: Police Chief Douglas Holland Next Steps: Council will appoint/reappoint liaisons to each committee. Notifications of any change in Council liaison will be sent to Committee Chairs. Fiscal Impact: City Administrator Comments: Community Engagement: Committee meetings are posted on the City's website and are open to the public. Strategic Goals: Goal 1 - Ensure Transparent and Accessible Governance Legal Review Required? 11

12 Hyattsville City Council Agenda Item Report Meeting Date: May 15, 2017 Submitted by: Laura Reams Submitting Department: City Clerk Item Type: Report Agenda Section: Discussion Items (8:50 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) SUBJECT Discussion and Review of the Legislative Calendar for (10 minutes) Motion # Discussion Only Recommendation: Sponsor(s): Hollingsworth ATTACHMENTS Summary Background: Mayor Hollingsworth will provide information on the legislative calendar. Next Steps: Fiscal Impact: City Administrator Comments: Community Engagement: Strategic Goals: Goal 1 - Ensure Transparent and Accessible Governance Legal Review Required? 12

13 Main City Calendar: May 16 June 5, 2017 Weekly Program Offerings Ageless Grace Senior Exercise Classes Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:00 City Municipal Building Creative Minds Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 Magruder Park Recreation Center Call-A-Bus Grocery Trips Our Call-a-Bus takes seniors and residents with disabilities to grocery stores located in the City of Hyattsville each week. Call (301) to join a trip or add yourself to our Call-A-Bus calendar mailing list. City Calendar: May 16 June 5, 2017 Planning Committee May 16, 2017, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Code Compliance Advisory Committee May 17, 2017, 7:00 PM Hyattsville Environmental Committee Meeting May 17, 2017, 7:30 PM - 8:30 City Building "Cooking Matters" Price Rite Grocery Trip May 18, 2017, 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Bike to Work Day - Magruder Park Pit Stop May 19, 2017, 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM Summer Jam May 19, 2017, 6:30 PM - 8:30 City Municipal Building Historic Hyattsville House Tour May 21, 2017, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Senior Lunch & Lecture Series May 23, 2017, 12:30 PM - 2:30 Friendship Arms Apartments Education Advisory Committee Meeting May 25, 2017, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Health, Wellness, Recreation & Advisory Committee Meeting May 25, 2017, 7:00 PM - 8:30 City Building, 3rd Floor International Festival June 3, 2017, 5:00 PM - 9:00 Heurich Park 13

14 Main City Calendar: May 16 June 5, 2017 Hyattsville Safe Streets Initiative Advisory Board Meeting June 5, 2017, 10:30 AM - 12:00 City Building Council Meeting June 5, 2017, 8:00 PM - 10:00 3rd Floor Council Chambers 14