Charter working group on city's form of government
New Carrollton, MD
Summary
The council was scheduled to discuss next steps for charter changes that would modify New Carrollton's form of government. How the charter is shaped affects the balance of power between the mayor and council.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
The proposed FY 2027 budget does not currently include a COLA or merit increase for DPW staff.
All residents, since the form of government shapes how city decisions get made.
DPW staff facing rising costs without pay increases under the current proposal.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council - Jul 15, 2026
DPW employees told the council the shift to a weak mayor-city manager government has cost them an independent advocate, and asked for a cost-of-living adjustment and merit increase before the FY 2027 budget is adopted. The council announced a charter working group to review the form of government.
City Council - Jul 1, 2026
The council was scheduled to discuss next steps for charter changes that would modify New Carrollton's form of government. How the charter is shaped affects the balance of power between the mayor and council.
City Council - Apr 22, 2026
A resolution to repeal limits on the administrator's ability to move money to cover salaries and expenditures was postponed until the compensation study is done and the salary compromise is settled.
City Council - Jan 20, 2026
The Mayor wants councilmembers to stop contacting vendors and staff directly, saying it undermines operations. The council agreed she'd be included on all staff communications.
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