Work Session - Greenbelt Homes Incorporated

This City of Greenbelt, Maryland work session held on September 1, 2026, focused heavily on infrastructure and community development issues involving Greenbelt Homes Incorporated (GHI). Key procurement-related discussions included the maintenance and repair of stormwater main pipes, with GHI currently bearing significant repair costs estimated at $228,000 in 2023, $340,000 in 2024, and $450,000 budgeted for 2025 and 2026. The city and GHI discussed the need for a formal agreement to clarify maintenance responsibilities and potential cost-sharing or reimbursement policies. Additionally, the session covered the acquisition and renovation of 121 Centerway property by GHI, with plans to seek tenants for the unrenovated space and discussions about potential uses including urgent care and mixed-use developments. Another major procurement topic was the proposed partnership with Diamond Communications to install a cell tower on city property to improve cellular coverage, with no upfront cost to the city and revenue-sharing from carrier leases. The council also discussed ongoing efforts to acquire and upgrade street lights from Pepco to LED fixtures, pending cost estimates and tariff rates. Finally, the meeting addressed grant collaboration opportunities, legislative priorities, and upcoming council scheduling. No formal votes were recorded, but multiple action items were identified, including pursuing an interagency memorandum of understanding for stormwater infrastructure, advancing the cell tower marketing agreement, and continuing negotiations for street light acquisition and property renovations.