From the Desk of Former Mayor Malinda Miles

It has been two years since I decided to remove myself from the political scene in Mount Rainier, MD, Prince George's County, and the State of Maryland. Holding the lofty position of Mayor was such a great honor, but as the years flew by, I realized that it was time to do something else -- get a life.! I did, and still continue to provide resources to the residents through The Front Porch Ministries (TFPM). Real people pass through The Front Porch Ministries weekly. LIFE is good.

Thursday, September 14, 2017

DRAFT AGENDA MOUNT RAINIER'S MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION

DRAFT AGENDA

MOUNT RAINIER'S MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION

Tuesday September 19, 2017

Potts Hall

7:00pm

Review and approval of Agenda/Review of Rolling Agenda

The Mayor and Council review the agenda for the meeting and review the rolling agenda adding or deleting topics of interest or discussion.

Mayor and Council Announcements

Items for discussion

Council Committee Assignments

Traffic Flow for Perry Street

Police Chief Scott will present an update to the community on the traffic flow problem on Perry Street. Chief Scott recently talked with the City of Brentwood to help find a remedy to the problem.

Budget Amendment #1 Discussion

The City Manager will present a list of items for discussion for possible funding in the current budget. The items on the list are not currently budgeted for.

Trash and Recycling Proposal

The Director of Public Works will be present to discuss current trash collection in the City and options to improve containers and pickup.

Kaywood Presentation

Discussion will continue on the Kaywood Theater Project. Presenters plan to discuss the following three aspects of the project: 1. Governance, 2. Initial Multi-year Operating Plan, 3. Business Plan. Presenters: Matt White, Sutton Hoo Studios and company

Economic Development Incentives Discussion

The Director of Economic Development will be present to discuss proposed Economic Development Incentives in the City of Mount Rainier.

Temporary Dog Park on 3200 Rhode Island Ave Update

The Director of Economic Development will provide an update on the temporary Dog Park at the 3200 Rhode Island Ave location.

Resolution – Temporary Protected Status

Councilmember Benitez will present a proposed resolution for the support of the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) federal program.

Resolution – Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

Councilmember Benitez will present a proposed resolution for the support of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) federal program.

Nominations for the Recreation Committee

Three residents have expressed interest in joining the committee and ask to be formally named to the committee via resolution.

Council Rules Review

The Mayor and Council will discuss a written set of rules which outlines a variety of topics including but not limited to: decorum at meetings, when agendas are published, agenda and meeting organization.

Update of Fence Ordinance

Councilmember Knedler proposes an update to the existing fence ordinance to clarify when a permit is needed.

Homestead Tax Credit Letter

A list has been requested from Prince George’s County of residents who qualify for the Homestead Tax Credit. Discussion on how to reach out to these residents will be held.

Adjournment

Mayor Malinda Miles

As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents. It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved. It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces. I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible. This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.