Posted on: November 20, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: November 16, 2023
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 ...
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Council News
Posted on: November 16, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: November 15, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: November 15, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: November 13, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: November 10, 2023
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 ...
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Council News
Posted on: November 7, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: November 2, 2023
The Prince George’s County Council, sitting as the Board of Health, will host a Mental Health Town Hall on Tuesday, November 7th from 6-8 p.m.
Officials will provide an update on what resources are currently available, and members of th...
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Council News
Posted on: October 31, 2023
The Prince George’s County Council, during session on Tuesday, October 31st, unanimously enacted CB-071-2023, legislation proposed by District 8 Council Member Edward Burroughs III to increase transparency in the County’s construction ...
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Council News
Posted on: October 30, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: October 16, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: October 12, 2023
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,...
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Council News
Posted on: October 11, 2023
$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...
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Council News
Posted on: October 11, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: October 11, 2023
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 ...
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Council News
Posted on: October 8, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: September 29, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: September 26, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: September 7, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: September 6, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: August 30, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: August 11, 2023
"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...
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Council News
Posted on: August 10, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: July 19, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: July 19, 2023
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 ...
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Council News
Posted on: July 18, 2023
The County Council welcomed Prince George’s County Public Schools Superintendent Millard House, II, to the Wayne K. Curry Building on Tuesday, July 18th for an introductory “Meet and Greet” lunch meeting to discuss shared con...
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Council News
Posted on: July 18, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: July 12, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: July 10, 2023
The County Council will convene at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 11th 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...
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Council News
Posted on: July 7, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: July 5, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: June 22, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: June 16, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: June 13, 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...
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Council News
Posted on: June 13, 2023
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 15th, will co...
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Council News
Posted on: May 26, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: April 26, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: April 11, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: April 5, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: April 5, 2023
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 ...
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Council News
Posted on: March 29, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: March 29, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: March 29, 2023
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, ...
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Council News
Posted on: March 28, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: March 27, 2023
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 28th...
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Council News
Posted on: March 7, 2023
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...
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Council News
Posted on: December 28, 2022
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...
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Council News
Posted on: December 22, 2022
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
&...
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Council News
Posted on: December 15, 2022
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...
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Council News