July 28, 2026 | Mayor & Council: Regular Session

The City of Hagerstown Mayor and Council held a regular session on July 28, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related actions. Key procurement discussions involved approval of grant applications, including a $300,000 Community Legacy Fund grant for public alley improvements, a $500,000 Strategic Demolition Fund grant for commercial fire suppression upgrades, and a $50,000 State of Maryland Community Parks and Playgrounds grant for a shade structure at Wheaton Park. The council also approved acceptance of a $292,876 Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network grant and a $22,110 police recruitment and retention grant. Additionally, a settlement agreement was approved with Boulevard Contractors for $217,000 related to construction services. The council authorized a government relations engagement agreement with Compass GR Partners for $48,000. The meeting included a public hearing and discussion on the annexation of the Klein Farm property into the city, addressing zoning, infrastructure, and community concerns. Several resolutions were passed to accept streets in a development and establish a permit parking zone near Meredith's Park. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing capital improvement projects, grant-funded initiatives, and strategic property annexation, with motions passed to approve contracts, grants, and budget allocations.