June 23, 2026 | Mayor & Council: Work and Regular Session

The City of Hagerstown Mayor and City Council held a work and regular session on June 23, 2026, with significant focus on the allocation and management of opioid restitution funds totaling approximately $436,000 from 2022 to 2026. The council discussed three options for utilizing these funds, including developing a program similar to the ARPA nonprofit funding process, partnering with a community organization such as the Washington County Health Department, or submitting a plan by the June 30th deadline to retain the funds. The council showed preference for partnering with the health department through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to manage the funds and ensure compliance with state requirements. Additionally, the council approved several procurement contracts, including HVAC maintenance services with Mechanical Services Industry LLC for $74,025.60, elevator maintenance services with Wright Elevator Company for $19,140, and on-call electrical maintenance services with MEC Incorporated. The Invest Hagerstown program's FY2027 funding levels were also approved, supporting various redevelopment and rehabilitation grant programs. These procurement decisions and funding allocations reflect the council's ongoing efforts to maintain city infrastructure and support community development initiatives.