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Per the decision announced by the County Executive, effective March 9, 2022, at 5:00 p.m., the Prince George’s County State of Emergency expired. In an abundance of caution, and given the current state of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the County Council is now operating under the following procedures:  

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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE CONVENES HYBRID SESSIONS THIS WEEK The Prince George’s County Council’s Committee of the Whole convened a hybrid session on Tuesday, March 22nd, to receive a briefing on the Reservation Plats of Rights of Way, followed by Maryland General Assembly and MACo updates.  The COW also addressed County Executive Angela Alsobrooks’ appointment of Peter Shapiro to the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) for Prince George’s County, which will come before the full Council for a final vote next week Tuesday, March 29th.

The COW convened on Thursday, March 24th for a Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) Budget Work Session, with presentations provided by WSSC General Manager and CEO, Carla Reid; Chief Financial Officer, Patti Colihan; Deputy General Manager, Joe Beach and other WSSC principals. Council Members reviewed Executive Appointments to the Fire Commission and Board of Education, followed by a CIP Briefing Update from Office of Management and Budget Director, Stanley Earley.  Prior to adjournment, Council Bill CB-006-2022, legislation concerning an Interproject Transfer of Appropriations, was favorably approved for Council consideration.   

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY COUNCIL CONVENES HYBRID MEETING TO CONSIDER LEGISLATION

The Prince George’s County Council convened in hybrid session – both virtually and in-person – on Tuesday, March 22nd.  Council action included the adoption of CR-022-2022, legislation observing and recognizing the 50th Anniversary of the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program and its funding support for Meals on Wheels.

CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION CONVENES VIRTUALLY The Prince George’s County 2021-2022 Charter Review Commission met virtually on Friday, March 25TH. Section 1106 of the County Charter provides that the County Council and County Executive shall appoint by resolution, a Charter Review Commission to undertake a comprehensive study of the Charter and recommend appropriate changes to the Charter.  During Friday’s meeting, Commissioners discussed and considered final recommendations. The Charter Review Commission’s final report deadline has been extended to Friday, April 8, 2022.   The next meeting of the Charter Review Commission is scheduled for Thursday, March 31, 2022, at 3:00 p.m.

HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL WORK GROUP MEETS The Prince George’s County Housing Opportunities for All Work Group (HOFA) established by CR-16-2019, and co-chaired by Council Member Dannielle Glaros and the Director of the County’s Department of Housing and Community Development, Aspasia Xypolia, met virtually on Friday, March 25th.  The HOFA Work Group is charged with developing policies and strategies to address the County’s housing affordability, housing quality, and types.  During Friday’s meeting, HOFA members reviewed the primary recommendations from HOFA’s annual report and addressed any outstanding issues prior to finalizing the recommendations.  Following an open dialogue, HOFA members took time for reflection on the impact of the work group and discussed lessons learned for future housing-related work in Prince George’s County.

#PROUD TO BE PROTECTED

Concerned about the emergence of new COVID-19 variants?  Vaccines are keeping us healthy and protected from severe #COVID19 symptoms, even as those variants emerge.  Make sure your vaccines and boosters are up to date!   Need vaccine clinic information?  Visit mypgc.us/COVIDVaccine

CELEBRATING COUNTY SENIORS AGES 100 YEARS OLD AND OLDER!

Do you know any Prince George’s County residents born in 1922?  M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation is collecting information about Prince George’s County residents who were born in 1922 (January 1, 1922 to December 31, 1922) to invite them to a special Centenarian Celebration Luncheon. on Friday, May 13, 2022. Each Centenarian may bring up to five (5) guests. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year’s event will be limited to centenarians and their guests only. If you know someone who was born in 1922 and resides in Prince George’s County, please complete the online registration form by April 1, 2022; contact the Centenarian Event Coordinator at 301-206-3375 or email Centenarian@pgparks.com

REGISTER NOW FOR GROWING GREEN WITH PRIDE COMMUNITY CLEANUP – APRIL 23

Spring has arrived!  Prince George’s County is hosting the spring ‘Growing Green with Pride’ community cleanup day on Saturday, April 23. This is the County’s bi-annual community cleanup and beautification day. Last fall, over 3,000 volunteers came out for a day of litter pick-up and beautification.  Let’s show up in even greater numbers this spring!  Get together with friends and neighbors for a morning of litter pick-up and community beautification. Learn more and register at: mypgc.us/GrowingGreen

PROFESSIONAL HIRING EVENT - APRIL 6^TH

The Professional Services Institute is hosting a virtual hiring event to introduce Pathways to Government! This is the perfect opportunity to start your career with a government agency. Don't miss this April 6th hiring event! Register today by visiting https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/xXM9rW

APPLY NOW FOR SUMMER JOBS BY MARCH 31^st !

Applications are open until the end of this month, March 31^st, for the 2022 Summer Youth Enrichment Program (SYEP)!  Participating youth in Prince George’s County, ages 14-22, can get career development, job readiness training, and a summer job!  Apply online at syep.mypgc.us 

WATCH this testimonial of a former SYEP participant about his great summer employment experience.   

CITY OF BOWIE JOB FAIR FOR TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS THIS SATURDAY 

After a two-year hiatus, Bowie’s Young Adult Job Fair returns in person at the City Gymnasium on March 26, from 9 a.m. to Noon.  The goal of this job fair is to connect local employers with young adults seeking summer, part-time or full-time employment. Young adults should come prepared with a resume, pen, paper, and be interview-ready. Although not required, pre-registration is encouraged. All pre-registered young adults will be entered in a drawing to win a $50 Target gift card!  More than 20 employers will be recruiting, including the City of Bowie, Prince George’s County Department of Corrections, Maryland National-Capital Park Police, Luminis Health, Six Flags, and Wegmans. Learn more and see the complete list at www.cityofbowie.org/jobfair

COUNCIL MEETINGS NEXT WEEK

March 28   -  Sitting as the District Council  -  10:00 AM   Details

March 28   -  County Council Joint Meeting  -  2:00 PM   Details

March 29   -  Sitting as Committee of the Whole  -  10:00 AM   Details

March 29   -  County Council - 11:30 AM   Details

Archived Meetings can be viewed on Council Livestream page

COUNCIL CHAIR CALVIN S. HAWKINS II, PARTNERS TO PROVIDE COMPUTERS TO SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS

Council Chair and At-Large Council Member Calvin S. Hawkins II, says he was humbled and emotional as he collaborated on Wednesday, March 23rd, with Minority Technology Foundation representatives to donate computer tablets to students at the Sheppard Pratt School Lanham, in Prince George’s County.  The school provides year-round special education and related services for students with autism and related disorders, and is focused on empowering students with the skills, tools, and resources necessary to realize their goals for the future.  The Minority Technology Foundation (MTF) is looking to help change the landscape by boosting STEAM education and rallying the support of our community.  Headquartered in Prince Georges County MD, MTF is seeking to enhance technology education for students and improve technology access for minorities - especially our at-risk youth. 

DISTRICT 3 COUNCIL MEMBER DANNIELLE GLAROS HOLDS FINAL TOWN HALL MEETING AND RESOURCE FAIR

During this hybrid town hall event on Monday, March 21st, District 3 residents received useful resource information at tables staffed by representatives from various County agencies. Following the resource portion of the event, Council Member Glaros addressed registered guests.  Her presentation was followed by a Q&A session.  Council Member Glaros noted her appreciation to the Solid Rock Church for sharing their space to host the event, and for providing the tech support required for the virtual portion of the meeting. The annual District 3 Town Hall Meeting and Resource Fair was Council Member Glaros’ final town hall event as she nears the end of her Council term.

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COUNCIL JOINS COUNTY CELEBRATION OF WOMEN VETERANS

Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks proclaimed March 21 – 25, 2022, as Women Veterans Week in Prince George’s County.  There are approximately 60,000 veterans who live in Prince George’s County; 10,000 of them are women veterans.  The County Council joins County Executive Alsobrooks in honoring and celebrating the military women who call Prince George’s County home.  We thank our women veterans for your service and we are proud to recognize your enduring contributions to the nation and our County. 

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