Council Connections

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 RECEIVES PUBLIC COMMENT ON RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT PROCESS The County Council, sitting as the Committee of the Whole, met in a virtual Special Session on Monday, August 29th, for a robust discussion around CR-090-2022, a resolution establishing a public engagement process for the selection of members to serve on the Police Accountability Board.  Council Members received public testimony on the proposed legislation before voting to move the measure forward for full Council consideration.

COUNCIL CONVENES VIRTUAL SPECIAL SESSION TO ADDRESS POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD APPOINTMENT PROCESS

The Prince George’s County Council, currently in August Recess, convened a virtual Special Session on Monday, August 29, 2022, to address an agenda that included consideration of  Council Resolution-090-2022, establishing a public engagement process for the selection of members to serve on the Police Accountability Board, nominated by both the County Executive and County Council.   The measure, required by CB-021-2022, which was enacted by the Council in July as part of a legislative package of police reforms, was adopted by the Council on Monday, following a Committee of the Whole discussion and affirmative vote.

COUNCIL CHAIR CALVIN S. HAWKINS, II, ANNOUNCES PROCESS FOR COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS TO THE POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD Public safety and building community trust in law enforcement are top priorities for the Prince George’s County Council.  Addressing the longstanding issue of police accountability is a serious matter, and our commitment to achieving meaningful reform will be evident in a measured, deliberate, and transparent process, resulting in the selection of fair-minded, objective appointees. The Council will appoint five members to the 11-member Police Accountability Board and is seeking qualified applicants to serve.  We strongly encourage interested and engaged County residents to partner with us in this critical effort and apply for membership on the Police Accountability Board.  Applications will be accepted from September 1, 2022, through September 15, 2022.   To apply  and for more information, visit https://pgccouncilus/PAB

Children as young as 6 months old can now get the protection they need to combat the severe symptoms of COVID-19 if they are infected.  Our County’s Health Department recommends that families vaccinate their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers as soon as possible to keep them healthy and happy.

COUNTY COUNCIL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATIONS; NONPROFITS MUST APPLY BY SEPTEMBER 9th

The Prince George’s County Council is accepting online applications for the FY 2023 Prince George’s County Council Domestic Violence Grant Program through 5:00 p.m., on Friday, September 9, 2022.  The Council’s Domestic Violence Program supports survivors in the County by providing funding support to programs serving their housing, workforce development, mental health counseling, and legal advocacy needs. For additional information on the FY 2023 Prince George’s County Council Domestic Violence Grant Program, or to apply, visit www.pgccouncil.us/DVGP   

County Council Chair Calvin S. Hawkins, II, urges local nonprofits to apply for funding.  “Working together with nonprofits serving our community, we can vastly improve the lives of those impacted by domestic violence. We encourage our local nonprofits to continue partnering with us  to address the pervasive issue of domestic violence.”  

VIEW this YouTube video to learn more about the impact of the County Council Domestic Violence Grant Program on survivors and families.

COUNCIL MEETINGS NEXT WEEK

Sept. 6 -County Council -  10:00 AM  -  AGENDA

Sept. 6 - Committee of the Whole  - 1:30 PM  -  AGENDA

Sept. 7 -  PHED Committee  -  10:00 AM - AGENDA

Sept. 8 -  TIEE Committee  -  10:00 AM  -  AGENDA

Sept. 8 -  GOFP Committee  -  1:30 PM - AGENDA

Archived Meetings can be viewed on Council Livestream page

BACK TO SCHOOL!

Prince George’s County Schools are well on the way to an exciting school year with the first full week of school now completed!   Council Chair Calvin S. Hawkins, II and Council Vice-Chair Sydney Harrison teamed up to greet students at Frederick Douglass High School in Upper Marlboro, upon arrival on Monday morning.  Vice-Chair Harrison is a proud Douglass High School alumnus.  The Council looks forward to a very productive school year for County students!

DISTRICT 8 COUNCIL MEMBER EDWARD BURROUGHS JOINS FOX 5 ZIP TRIP SUMMER FINALE AT NATIONAL HARBOR

District 8 Council Member Edward Burroughs, III was the featured guest for the Fox 5 Zip Trip 2022 Talk of the Town segment, airing live Friday morning from National Harbor.   Council Member Burroughs shared all things District 8 and Prince George’s County with viewers!

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DISTRICT 2 COUNCIL MEMBER DENI TAVERAS DISCUSSES IMPACT OF ROE V. WADE REVERSAL WITH NBC 4 NEWS ANCHOR SHAWN YANCY

The July 5th issue of Council Connection shared with subscribers that District 2 Council Member Deni Taveras participated in the taping of an NBC 4 segment, “Inequality in America: Roe V. Wade Repeal Impact,” with news anchor Shawn Yancy; the Rev. Dr. Cheryl J. Sanders, Senior Pastor, Third Street Church of God; and American University Professor Sara Kaplan, Antiracist Research & Policy Center, to discuss the Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe v. Wade, and its impact, especially on women of color.  This program aired on August 13^th.

COUNCIL VICE CHAIR SYDNEY HARRISON LEADS “STOP THE VIOLENCE COMMUNITY WALK” IN DISTRICT 9

On August 24^th, Council Vice-Chair and District 9 Council Member Sydney Harrison and the District 9 Team partnered with Police Chief Malik Aziz and Prince George’s County Police, District V, and approximately 200 participating community members to host the District 9 “Stop the Violence Community Walk.”  Council Vice Chair Harrison thanked all participants, including government agencies, nonprofits, faith-based leaders, and the business community, for their assistance and support, adding there is still work to do.   “There is so much work we all must do together to eradicate violence in our community. We will continue to be visible and vigilant and continue these walks with community members and law enforcement. Over the next few weeks, we look forward to visiting with communities throughout District 9 to bring awareness, build relationships, and seek positive solutions.”

CHAIR HAWKINS WELCOMES
THE DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.
53^RD EASTERN REGIONAL CONFERENCE TO
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY

On Thursday evening, Council Chair Calvin S. Hawkins, II, welcomed the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 53^rd Eastern Regional Conference to Prince George’s County and National Harbor, as they gather in the thousands to “Elevate Excellence in the East!” Four host chapters – Fort Washington Alumnae, Prince George’s County Alumnae, Kappa Phi (University of Maryland College Park) and Zeta Delta (Bowie State University) – are enthusiastically working to provide a great conference experience.  Chair Hawkins is pictured (L-R) with WUSA TV 9 News Anchor Lesli Foster, Prince George’s County Executive Angela D. Alsobrooks, and Prince George’s County Public Schools CEO Dr. Monica Goldson.

LEGISLATIVE BRANCH CELEBRATES
SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM INTERNS

The Prince George’s County Council celebrated its summer interns with a luncheon at the conclusion of the County’s Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) on Friday, August 12^th.   The interns participated in SYEP, an annual program offering County residents, ages 14 to 22, enriching and constructive summer work experiences in community organizations, private sector companies and local government.

Council Chair Calvin S. Hawkins, II, congratulated the interns on a job well done for the Legislative Branch, “Words cannot fully express how proud we are of our young people who served the Council through the County’s summer jobs program and to celebrate their accomplishments.  They provided a glimpse into the very bright future of our County.”

Council Administrator Robert Williams, Jr. and administrative staff also addressed interns at the luncheon.  Special Assistant to the Council Administrator Lisa Chinn, coordinated this year’s program.  “I congratulate them for staying on task and we look forward to next year!”  Included among the eight interns working for the Legislative Branch were Jaelin Porter, Alana Scott, Sydney Braithwaite, Yahzee Carino, Brandon Eleby, Destiny Fortune, Katherine Fuentes, and Kathleen Rosario.  Best Wishes!

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5^TH IS LABOR DAY!

Prince George’s County Government offices, including the Legislative Branch and except for public safety agencies, will be closed on Monday, September 5, 2022, in observance of Labor Day.  Please enjoy a happy and safe holiday!