District 3 Council Member Eric Olson's Statement on Fatal Crash Near Elementary School

Our community mourns today.

We mourn the tragic loss of two young lives, students at Riverdale Elementary, struck on their way to school this morning. My heart aches for the families, friends, classmates, and teachers of the students, and for the entire co...

Council Member Edward Burroughs Announces Free College Tuition Program

Program provides $2 million for Prince George’s County Community College Students

District 8 Council Member Edward Burroughs III has announced a new program that uses MGM Casino revenue to provide free tuition at Prince George’s County ...

Council Member Ingrid Watson Hosts Community Forum on Rising Crime: A Juvenile Crime Conversation

State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy, Prince George’s County Chief of Police Malik Aziz, Prince George’s County Public Schools Superintendent Millard House, II, and Maryland State Senator Ron Watson – Special Guest Prese...

Council Enacts Measures on ER Wait Times, Tax Credit for Public Safety Officers, Zoning Regulations

Measures Proposed by Vice Chair Wala Blegay Address People’s Council Core Tenets 

The Prince George’s County Council on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, considered and enacted several measures addressing the core tenets of the Peopl...

Council Passes Multiple Bills as Legislative Year Nears Conclusion

Council Supports Urban Streets Legislation, CHIPS Act, and Historical Black Maternal Health Measure; Enacts Zoning Bills

The Prince George’s County Council convened on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, for a day-long session that included, 21 public hearings and...

Council Member Ingrid Watson Hosts Community Partners Food Giveaway

Turkeys and Bags of Food Distributed to District 4 Residents for Thanksgiving · November 17-20

Prince George’s County Council Member Ingrid Watson (District 4), will join the Interfaith Coalition of Bowie, Greenbelt CARES, Reid Temple A.M...

Council Statement on FBI Headquarters Moving to Greenbelt

Council is eager and ready to welcome the FBI to our County following a decision more than a decade in the making that will generate over $4 billion in economic activity. There is no question that Greenbelt is the best location for this facility based on ...

Council Passes Legislation Banning Real Estate Appraisal Bias

Measure Prohibits Illegal Discrimination in Real Estate Appraisal Analysis

The Prince George’s County Council, during session on Tuesday, November 7, unanimously enacted CB-075-2023, establishing a ban on real estate appraisal bias in Prince George’s Count...

Prince George’s County Board Of Health Hosts Mental Health Town Hall

The Prince George’s County Council, sitting as the Board of Health, will host a Mental Health Town Hall on Tuesday, November 7^th from 6-8 p.m. 

Officials will provide an update on what resources are currently available, and members of th...

Legislation Increasing Transparency in Prince George’s County’s Construction Contracts Passes

The Prince George’s County Council, during session on Tuesday, October 31^st, unanimously enacted CB-071-2023, legislation proposed by District 8 Council Member Edward Burroughs III to increase transparency in the County’s construction ...

Legislation Requiring Security Surveillance at High Occupancy Dwellings Scheduled for Public...

Legislation Requiring Security Surveillance at High Occupancy Dwellings Scheduled for Public Hearing and Final Council Vote – October 31 

Legislation Proposed by Vice Chair Wala Blegay, Esq. Includes Camera Surveillance for Apartments an...

Council Members Franklin, Harrison, Hawkins Advance Bill Banning Real Estate Appraisal Bias

In an effort to eliminate home appraisal bias in Prince George’s County, Council Members Mel Franklin, Sydney Harrison and Calvin Hawkins have championed legislation that bans the practice. Violators could face a $10,000 fine.

“The real...

Development Bills, Including Limiting Townhomes, On Agenda For Monday Committee Hearing

Bills championed by Council Chair, Vice Chair focus on smart growth

Three bills focused on development in Prince George’s County are among legislation on the agenda for the Planning, Housing & Economic Development Committee hearing on Monday,...

Council Announces Sixth Year of Domestic Violence Grant Funding for Local Nonprofits

$500,000 Grant Program Seeks Community Solutions for Ending Domestic Violence in Prince George’s County 

Pre-Proposal Conference October 16; Applications Accepted October 9-24

The Prince George’s County Council continues its com...

Council Member Edward Burroughs Launches Free Security Camera Program for District 8 Residents

Program named in honor of Jayz Agnew, 13, who was killed in his yard last year

District 8 Council Member Edward Burroughs III is partnering with the nonprofit Joan’s House, Inc. to provide free surveillance cameras to District 8 residents.

The pro...

Council Member Krystal Oriadha Champions Maternal Health Legislation

Measures Aim to Alleviate Maternal Health Disparities in Prince George’s County

A pair of maternal health resolutions, sponsored by District 7 Council Member Krystal Oriadha, was introduced by the Prince George’s County Council on Tuesday, October 10, and ...

DISTRICT 4 COUNCIL MEMBER INGRID WATSON RESPONDS TO SHOOTING AT BOWIE STATE UNIVERSITY

As a member of the Prince George’s County Council, I am firmly committed to the public safety of our citizens, especially the residents I represent in Bowie, including Bowie State University, and throughout the communities of District 4.

News tha...

District 4 ‘Pick It UP!’ Anti-Litter and Beautification Initiative Kick-Off Event

District 4 ‘Pick It UP!’ Anti-Litter and Beautification Initiative Kick-Off Event – Community Clean Up Day Saturday, September 30th

Bowie, Glenn Dale, and Lanham Residents ‘Pick It UP!’ – Residents Encouraged to Volunteer

Princ...

Legislation Establishing Task Force to Address Hospital Emergency Room Wait Times Introduced

Prince George’s County Council Vice Chair Wala Blegay, Esq. (District 6), introduced legislation during session on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, establishing a Task Force to address Emergency Room Wait Times.  The measure, Council Resolu...

Council Member Watson Announces 'Pick It UP!' Anti-Litter and Beautification Initiative

Community Clean-Up Day September 30th

Bowie, Greenbelt, Glenn Dale, and Lanham Residents ‘Pick It UP!’ 

Prince George’s County Council Member Ingrid Watson (District 4) will launch the ina...

Council Enacts Legislation Requiring Gas Stations to Display Credit Card Prices

Consumer Protection Bill Proposed by Council Member Burroughs Demands Transparency in Gas Station Credit Card Prices

The Prince George’s County Council, during session on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, voted unanimously to enact CB-044-2023, legis...

Council Member Ivey Celebrates New School Year With Back to School Food Truck Fest 2023 - Aug. 31

Food and Fun for Children and Families - Free Meal for the First 100 Students 

Prince George’s County Council Member Jolene Ivey (District 5) will help students celebrate the start of a new school year during the Back to School...

Vice Chair Wala Blegay Issues Statement on Freeway Airport Court Decision

Prince George’s County Council Vice Chair Wala Blegay Issues Statement on Freeway Airport Court Decision 

“I am disappointed in the recent decision from the Supreme Court of Maryland that upheld CB-17-2019, which was passed by ...

CHAIR DERNOGA MEETS WITH MARYLAND LOCAL LEADERS TO FOCUS ON JOINT PUBLIC SAFETY INITIATIVES

"It was a pleasure to meet again with public safety leaders and my counterparts from surrounding counties to focus on collaborative public safety initiatives. Today’s meeting included Anne Arundel Police Chief Amal Awad, Maryland State Police Superin...

DISTRICT 4 COUNCIL MEMBER INGRID WATSON JOINS URGENT CALL FOR COMMUNITY’S HELP IN SEARCH FOR...

DISTRICT 4 COUNCIL MEMBER INGRID WATSON JOINS URGENT CALL FOR COMMUNITY’S HELP IN SEARCH FOR MISSING GREENBELT RESIDENT AND TEACHER

The disappearance of beloved District 4 resident and Prince George’s County School teacher Mariame Toure...

COUNCIL CONVENES FOR FINAL SESSION PRIOR TO SUMMER RECESS – ENACTS HEALTHY RESTAURANTS...

COUNCIL CONVENES FOR FINAL SESSION PRIOR TO SUMMER RECESS – ENACTS HEALTHY RESTAURANTS LEGISLATION AND OTHER MEASURES, ADDRESSES EXECUTIVE APPOINTMENTS

The Prince George’s County Council convened Tuesday, July 18, 2023, in its final reg...

Prince George’s County Volunteer Firefighters Host Town Hall

Council Members Invited to Attend Meeting as Guests

The Prince George's County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association is hosting a town hall meeting Friday, July 21, 2023, at 6:00 PM at the Branchville Volunteer Fire Company. The Association has ...

COUNCIL HOSTS MEET AND GREET WITH PGCPS SUPERINTENDENT MILLARD HOUSE, II

The County Council welcomed Prince George’s County Public Schools Superintendent Millard House, II, to the Wayne K. Curry Building on Tuesday, July 18^th for an introductory “Meet and Greet” lunch meeting to discuss shared con...

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY COUNCIL APPOINTS NEW SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER

The Prince George’s County Council is excited to announce the appointment of Jocelyn Route to the Prince George’s County Board of Education. 

Route is a social worker, mental health activist, former Bladensburg Council Member a...

County Council, Sitting as the Board of Health, to Focus on ER Wait Times

Board to Receive Briefing from Hospital Executives on Emergency Room Wait Times

The Prince George’s County Council will convene as the Board of Health on Monday, July 17, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. in the Council Hearing Room, First Floor, Wayne K. Curr...

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY COUNCIL TO CONVENE TUESDAY, JULY 11th

The County Council will convene at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 11^th for a scheduled session at the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building, Council Hearing Room, 1301 McCormick Drive in Largo.

Tuesday’s agenda includes public hearings to co...

Planning, Housing, and Economic Development Committee Advances Universal Design Legislation

Measure Proposed by District 5 Council Member Jolene Ivey Ensures Safe and Inclusive Housing Options for County’s Disabled Residents 

The Prince George’s County Council’s Planning, Housing, and Economic Development (P...

Planning, Housing, and Economic Development Committee to Consider Legislation Requiring Security...

Planning, Housing, and Economic Development Committee to Consider Legislation Requiring Security Surveillance at High Occupancy Dwellings and Senior Housing Residences 

Legislation Proposed by Vice Chair Wala Blegay, Esq. Includes Camera Surveilla...

Council Presents Legislation Requiring Security Surveillance at High Occupancy Dwellings and...

Council Presents Legislation Requiring Security Surveillance at High Occupancy Dwellings and Senior Housing Residences

Legislation Proposed by Vice Chair Wala Blegay, Esq. Includes Camera Surveillance as a Public Safety Tool

The Prince George’s Co...

DISTRICT 7 COUNCIL MEMBER KRYSTAL ORIADHA ANNOUNCES RENT STABILIZATION WORKGROUP MEMBERS

Working Group to Explore Permanent Rent Stabilization in the County

Prince George’s County Council Member Krystal Oriadha (District 7), has announced the establishment of a Rent Stabilization Workgroup to explore permanent rent stabiliz...

Council Enacts Prince George’s County Senior Housing Assistance Pilot Program Act of 2023

Measure Proposed by District 7 Council Member Krystal Oriadha Provides Financial Relief for County’s Low-Income Seniors

The Prince George’s County Council, during session on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, enacted CB-042-2023, the Senior Housin...

Planning, Housing, and Economic Development Committee to Consider Townhome Legislation

Measure Presented by Vice Chair Wala Blegay Esq. Addresses Infrastructure Supporting Townhome Communities

The Prince George’s County Council’s Planning, Housing, and Economic Development (PHED) Committee, on Thursday, June 15^th, will co...

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY COUNCIL ADOPTS $5.4 BILLION FY 2024 COUNTY BUDGET

The Prince George’s County Council, convening on Thursday, May 25, 2023, adopted a balanced $5.4 billion Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2024.  

The adopted General Fund totals $4.5 billion, with the largest portion of General Funds, ne...

COUNTY COUNCIL PASSES EMERGENCY LEGISLATION ADDRESSING LANDLORD RETALIATION FOR RENT STABILIZATION

Proposed Measure Protects Tenants from Unlawful and Retaliatory Rent Increases and Eviction as Rent Stabilization Act of 2023 Takes Effect 

The Prince George’s County Council, during session on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, unanimous...

VICE CHAIR WALA BLEGAY SEEKS TO TEMPORARILY SUSPEND TOWNHOME DEVELOPMENT IN PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY

Prince George’s County Council Vice Chair Wala Blegay, Esq. (District 6), during session on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, presented Council Bill CB-052-2023, an Ordinance to temporarily suspend the development of townhouse and townhouse-related resid...

COUNTY COUNCIL ADOPTS LEGISLATION CREATING GUARANTEED BASIC INCOME PILOT PROGRAM

Measure to Help Fight Poverty and Increase Equity in Prince George’s County

The Prince George’s County Council, during session on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, adopted CR-018-2023, legislation proposed by Council Member Krystal Oriadha (Distr...

COUNTY COUNCIL PRESENTS EMERGENCY LEGISLATION ADDRESSING LANDLORD RETALIATION FOR RENT STABILIZATION

Proposed Measure Protects Tenants from Unlawful and Retaliatory Rent Increases and Eviction as Rent Stabilization Act of 2023 Takes Effect 

The Prince George’s County Council, during session on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, presented ...

COUNCIL MEMBER INGRID WATSON SUPPORTS LEGISLATION ADDRESSING SELF-STORAGE FACILITIES...

COUNCIL MEMBER INGRID WATSON SUPPORTS LEGISLATION ADDRESSING SELF-STORAGE FACILITIES IN PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY

Council Member Watson Works with Community Members to Successfully Stop Planned Consolidated Storage Facility Impac...

COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY APPROVES LEGISLATION LIMITING CONSOLIDATED STORAGE FACILITIES

Legislation Sponsored by Council Member Jolene Ivey Limits the Location of New

Public Storage Facilities to Industrial Zones in the County

The Prince George’s County Council, on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, voted to enact legislation propose...

COUNTY COUNCIL HOSTS VISIT FROM U.S. SENATOR CHRIS VAN HOLLEN

Council ‘Meet and Greet’ Focuses on Concerns Impacting Prince Georgians

The Prince George’s County Council welcomed U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D - MD), to the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building in Largo, MD, ...

COUNCIL VICE-CHAIR WALA BLEGAY SEEKS TO SUPPORT RESTAURANT OWNERS OFFERING HEALTHIER FOODS IN...

COUNCIL VICE-CHAIR WALA BLEGAY SEEKS TO SUPPORT RESTAURANT OWNERS OFFERING HEALTHIER FOODS IN PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY

During Council session on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, Prince George’s County Council Vice-Chair Wala Blegay, Esq. (Distric...

DISTRICT 8 COUNCIL MEMBER EDWARD BURROUGHS III, HOSTS COUNCIL “YOUTH TAKEOVER”

Prince George’s County Council Member Edward Burroughs, III (District 8), will welcome 30 senior high school students from District 8 to the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building for a “Youth Takeover” on Tuesday, March 28^th...

COUNCIL VICE CHAIR WALA BLEGAY INTRODUCES LEGISLATION ADDRESSING NURSE-PATIENT RATIOS IN PRINCE...

COUNCIL VICE CHAIR WALA BLEGAY INTRODUCES LEGISLATION ADDRESSING NURSE-PATIENT RATIOS IN PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY

Prince George’s County Council Vice Chair Wala Blegay, Esq., concerned about the impact of nurse-patient ratios on the level...

DISTRICT 7 COUNCIL MEMBER KRYSTAL ORIADHA ADDRESSES HEAT ISSUES AT HOLLY SPRING MEADOWS APARTMENTS

DISTRICT 7 COUNCIL MEMBER KRYSTAL ORIADHA ADDRESSES HEAT ISSUES AT HOLLY SPRING MEADOWS APARTMENTS IN FORESTVILLE

Immediately upon becoming aware that residents of the Holly Spring Meadows apartments in Forestville were without heat, my...

COUNTY COUNCIL MEMBER AT-LARGE CALVIN S. HAWKINS, II, HOSTS SPECIAL SCREENING OF ....

COUNTY COUNCIL MEMBER AT-LARGE CALVIN S. HAWKINS, II, HOSTS SPECIAL SCREENING OF “LORTON: PRISON OF TERROR” DOCUMENTARY

Free, Ticketed Event, Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Prince George’s Community College, Largo

&...

COUNCIL CONVENES DAY TWO - ANNUAL RETREAT “THE PEOPLE’S AGENDA: PUTTING THE PEOPLE FIRST”

Agenda – Budget and Fiscal Outlook, Business Development Tools and Incentives, Real Estate Development, and Affordable Housing 

The Prince George’s County Council convened for day-two of its Legislative Year Annual Retreat, &am...