Submitted by: Laura Reams
Submitting Department: City Clerk
Agenda Section: Consent
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Hyattsville Ordinance 2021-04: Amending the City Code for the naming of David C. Driskell Community Park (ADOPTION)
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Suggested Action:
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I move the Mayor and Council introduce Hyattsville Ordinance 2021-04, an Ordinance whereby the City Council amends the City of Hyattsville Code to strike any reference to “Magruder Park” and replace it with “David C. Driskell Community Park.” (SECOND READING & ADOPTION).
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Summary Background:
Upon formal adoption of the Resolution establishing David C. Driskell Community Park, the Council shall adopt an ordinance to update all references in the City Code to reflect the new park name. A first reading of the ordinance was held on June 7, 2021.
Next Steps:
The changes to the City Code will be effective 20 days post adoption. A legal summary of the ordinance will be published in the Prince George’s Post after adoption.
Fiscal Impact:
Legal fees for the drafting of the Ordinance.
City Administrator Comments:
Recommend Approval
Community Engagement:
A community engagement process to collect name suggestions was held in Fall 2020. A Public Hearing was held on April 5, 2021 at 6 PM.
Strategic Goals:
Goal 5 - Strengthen the City’s Identity as a Diverse, Creative, and Welcoming Community
Legal Review Required?
N/A