September 15, 2026 | Mayor & Council: Work Session

The City of Hagerstown held a Mayor and Council work session on September 15, 2026, which included a special session and a work session. Key procurement-related discussions involved approval of various contracts and budget allocations across multiple city departments. Notable contract awards included a $25 million bid for a wastewater treatment plant demo project to Carl Belt, and several smaller contracts such as concrete slab work for the Fire Department Training Center, ladder truck repair, overhead door expansion, and cybersecurity upgrades. The council also discussed funding applications and principal forgiveness grants related to water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including a $35 million combined funding for wastewater treatment plant phases with $13 million in principal forgiveness. Additionally, the council approved a new full-time Public Information Act officer position and considered amendments to community development block grant funding for Habitat for Humanity. Other procurement items included vehicle replacements, janitorial services, and subscription renewals. The meeting concluded with discussions on land management code amendments and support letters for small business loan programs. Several motions related to appointments and contract approvals were passed during the session.