Baltimore City Council
Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/8/2014 5:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Hall
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13-0270 0 Rezoning - Certain Properties - New East Baltimore CommunityOrdinanceRezoning - Certain Properties - New East Baltimore Community FOR the purpose of changing the zoning for certain properties in the New East Baltimore Community: as outlined in green on the accompanying plat, from the B-3-2 Zoning District to the B-2-3 Zoning District; as outlined in red on the accompanying plat, from the R-8 Zoning District to the B-2-3 Zoning District; as outlined in purple on the accompanying plat, from the R-7 Zoning District to the R-8 Zoning District; and as outlined in blue on the accompanying plat, from the R-8 Zoning District to the R-10 Zoning District.    Action details Not available
13-0271 0 Planned Unit Development - Amendment 2 - New East Baltimore CommunityOrdinancePlanned Unit Development - Amendment 2 - New East Baltimore Community FOR the purpose of repealing Ordinance 11-418 (Amendment 1 of the New East Baltimore Community Planned Unit Development) and approving certain amendments to the Development Plan of the New East Baltimore Community Planned Unit Development.   Action details Not available
14-0363 0 Rezoning - 1100 East Baltimore Street, 1110-1112 East Baltimore Street, 1101-1105 East Fayette Street, 1107-1133 East Fayette Street, and a Portion of East Fairmount AvenueOrdinanceRezoning - 1100 East Baltimore Street, 1110-1112 East Baltimore Street, 1101-1105 East Fayette Street, 1107-1133 East Fayette Street, and a Portion of East Fairmount Avenue FOR the purpose of changing the zoning for the properties known as 1100 East Baltimore Street, 1110-1112 East Baltimore Street, 1101-1105 East Fayette Street, 1107-1133 East Fayette Street, and a portion of East Fairmount Avenue, as outlined in red on the accompanying plat, from the B-3-3 Zoning District to the B-2-4 Zoning District.   Action details Not available
EA14-0252 0 Ralikh HayesExecutive NominationRalikh Hayes Member - Youth Commission - 9th District   Action details Not available
EA14-0253 0 Kelsey JohnsonExecutive NominationKelsey Johnson Member - Youth Commission - 8th District   Action details Not available
EA14-0254 0 Milik BrooksExecutive NominationMilik Brooks Member - Youth Commission - 2nd District    Action details Not available
EA14-0255 0 Felicia HarrisExecutive NominationFelicia Harris Member - Youth Commission - 14th District   Action details Not available
14-0427 0 Franchise - Private Pedestrian Bridgeway Above and Across and Supporting Structures In and Below the 4100 Block of Hillen Road Right-of-WayOrdinanceFranchise - Private Pedestrian Bridgeway Above and Across and Supporting Structures In and Below the 4100 Block of Hillen Road Right-of-Way FOR the purpose of granting a franchise to Morgan State University to construct, use, and maintain (1) a private pedestrian bridgeway above and across the 4100 block of Hillen Road right-of-way and (2) the bridgeway foundation and supporting columns in and below the Hillen Road right-of-way, subject to certain terms, conditions, and reservations; and providing for a special effective date.Assigned  Action details Not available
14-0428 0 Rezoning - A Portion of 2051 South Hanover StreetOrdinanceRezoning - A Portion of 2051 South Hanover Street FOR the purpose of changing the zoning for a portion of the property known as 2051 South Hanover Street, as outlined in red on the accompanying plat, from the B-3-2 Zoning District to the M-3 Zoning District.Assigned  Action details Not available
14-0429 0 Sale of Property - Former Bed of Wills StreetOrdinanceSale of Property - Former Bed of Wills Street FOR the purpose of authorizing the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore to sell, at either public or private sale, all its interest in a certain parcel of land known as the former bed of Wills Street, extending from Philpot Street southerly 477.0 feet, more or less, to the end thereof (Ward 03, Section 07, Block 1815) and no longer needed for public use; and providing for a special effective date.Assigned  Action details Not available
14-0430 0 Sale of Property - 3314-3318 Ayrdale AvenueOrdinanceSale of Property - 3314-3318 Ayrdale Avenue FOR the purpose of authorizing the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore to sell, at either public or private sale, all its interest in certain property known as 3314-3318 Ayrdale Avenue (Block 2900, Lot 009) and no longer needed for public use; and providing for a special effective date.Assigned  Action details Not available
14-0431 0 Zoning - Conditional Use Conversion of a 1-Family Dwelling Unit to a 2-Family Dwelling Unit in the R-8 Zoning District - Variances - 2125 Orleans StreetOrdinanceZoning - Conditional Use Conversion of a 1-Family Dwelling Unit to a 2-Family Dwelling Unit in the R-8 Zoning District - Variances - 2125 Orleans Street FOR the purpose of permitting, subject to certain conditions, the conversion of a 1-family dwelling unit to a 2-family dwelling unit in the R-8 Zoning District on the property known as 2125 Orleans Street, as outlined in red on the accompanying plat; and granting variances from certain lot area size and off-street parking requirements.Assigned  Action details Not available
14-0432 0 Food Service Facilities - Mirroring State LawOrdinanceFood Service Facilities - Mirroring State Law FOR the purpose of redefining “food service facility” to mirror State law; providing, in accordance with State law, for a certain licensing exception; clarifying the basis for certain license application fees; defining and redefining certain terms; clarifying, correcting, and conforming related provisions; and generally relating to the regulation of food service facilities.Assigned  Action details Not available
14-0433 0 Rezoning - 4501-4515 The Alameda and 1110-1136 East Cold Spring LaneOrdinanceRezoning - 4501-4515 The Alameda and 1110-1136 East Cold Spring Lane FOR the purpose of changing the zoning for certain properties located in Block 5267, as outlined in red on the accompanying plat, from the R-6 Zoning District to the B-2-2 Zoning District; changing the zoning for portions of certain properties located in Block 5267, as outlined in green on the accompanying plat, from the R-7 Zoning District to the B-2-2 Zoning District; and changing the zoning for portions of certain properties located in Block 5267, as outlined in blue on the accompanying plat, from the B-2-1 Zoning District to the B-2-2 Zoning District.Assigned  Action details Not available
14-0434 0 Zoning - Conditional Use - Amending Ordinance 06-353OrdinanceZoning - Conditional Use - Amending Ordinance 06-353 FOR the purpose of amending Ordinance 06-353, which authorized the establishment, maintenance, and operation of a convalescent, nursing, and rest home (assisted living) on the property known as 3617-19 Seven Mile Lane, to increase the maximum number of residents allowed.Assigned  Action details Not available
14-0435 0 Zoning - Conditional Use Conversion of a 1-Family Dwelling Unit to a 3-Family Dwelling Unit in the R-8 Zoning District - 2437 Madison AvenueOrdinanceZoning - Conditional Use Conversion of a 1-Family Dwelling Unit to a 3-Family Dwelling Unit in the R-8 Zoning District - 2437 Madison Avenue FOR the purpose of permitting, subject to certain conditions, the conversion of a 1-family dwelling unit to a 3-family dwelling unit in the R-8 Zoning District on the property known as 2437 Madison Avenue, as outlined in red on the accompanying plat.Assigned  Action details Not available
14-0436 0 Official City Slogan - "Baltimore - Birthplace of The StarSpangled Banner"OrdinanceOfficial City Slogan - "Baltimore - Birthplace of The StarSpangled Banner" FOR the purpose of establishing "Baltimore - Birthplace of The StarSpangled Banner" as the official slogan of the City of Baltimore; and providing for a special effective date.Assigned  Action details Not available
14-0183R 0 Informational Hearing - Department of Recreation and Parks - Implementation of the Recommendations Contained in the Audit Report by the Baltimore City AuditorCity Council ResolutionInformational Hearing - Department of Recreation and Parks - Implementation of the Recommendations Contained in the Audit Report by the Baltimore City Auditor FOR the purpose of requesting the Director of the Department of Recreation and Parks to come before the Baltimore City Council to discuss the implementation of the recommendations contained in the Audit Report by the Baltimore City Auditor, dated April 9, 2014. On April 9, 2014, the City Auditor issued an audit report regarding the Department of Recreation and Parks’ 2012 financial statement. The Auditor and his staff audited the Balance Sheet - Governmental Funds and the Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and changes in Fund Balances, the financial statements of the governmental activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of that Department. The major findings were categorized as follows:Assigned  Action details Not available
14-0184R 0 "Baltimore - Birthplace of The Star-Spangled Banner" City Council Resolution"Baltimore - Birthplace of The Star-Spangled Banner" FOR the purpose of supporting the use of "Baltimore - Birthplace of The StarSpangled Banner" as the official slogan of Baltimore City in order to celebrate Baltimore's essential link to our national anthem.Adopted  Action details Not available
14-0185R 0 In Support of the Definition of "Waters of the United States" Under the Clean Water Act Proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers.City Council ResolutionIn Support of the Definition of "Waters of the United States" Under the Clean Water Act Proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers. FOR the purpose of supporting the Environmental Protection Agency’s ("EPA") and the Army Corps of Engineers’ (the "Corps") proposed definition of "Waters of the United States" under the Clean Water Act; helping to enhance the protection of our nation’s public health and aquatic resources, and increasing the Clean Water Act’s program predictability and consistency by clarifying the scope of the "Waters of the United States" protected under the Act.Adopted  Action details Not available
14-0186R 0 Baltimore Innovation Week - September 12-20, 2014City Council ResolutionBaltimore Innovation Week - September 12-20, 2014 FOR the purpose of recognizing September 12-20, 2014 as Baltimore Innovation Week; encouraging all Baltimoreans to participate in the series of scheduled events, conversations, and actions around technology and innovation; and commending the broad technology community for creating jobs, increasing community, and remaining committed to making a better Baltimore through technology.Adopted  Action details Not available
14-0187R 0 Celebrating the Life and Career of AllStar Baseball Player Paul BlairCity Council ResolutionCelebrating the Life and Career of AllStar Baseball Player Paul Blair FOR the purpose of joining with baseball fans nationwide in celebrating the life of Paul Blair; recognizing his outstanding contributions to the Orioles as a center fielder; commemorating his many achievements; and supporting the efforts of fans to recognize Paul Blair at the September 12, 2014 Orioles’ game.Adopted  Action details Not available
14-0188R 0 Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles appearing at the Baltimore Civic CenterCity Council ResolutionCommemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles appearing at the Baltimore Civic Center FOR the purpose of commending the efforts of the Civic Commission for securing the performers who went on to change the social and popular culture of the times, making Baltimore City a part of that historic event; and Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles appearing at the Baltimore Civic Center.Adopted  Action details Not available
EA14-0249 0 Mary H. TalleyExecutive NominationMary H. Talley Director - Department of Human Resources    Action details Not available
EA14-0250 0 Henry J. RaymondExecutive NominationHenry J. Raymond Director - Department of Finance    Action details Not available
EA14-0251 0 Anthony W. BattsExecutive NominationAnthony W. Batts Police Commisioner - Baltimore City Police Department    Action details Not available
14-0319 0 Franchise - Baltimore Red LineOrdinanceFranchise - Baltimore Red Line FOR the purpose of granting franchise rights to the Mass Transit Administration of the Department of Transportation of the State of Maryland for the location, construction, operation, and maintenance in good condition of a Red Line Light Rail System within the boundaries of the City of Baltimore; setting the terms, conditions, and requirements of the Mayor and City Council pertaining to the location, construction, operation, and maintenance in good condition; authorizing the Mass Transit Administration to make use of streets and other public areas within the City of Baltimore for these purposes, in accordance with the attached plat dated, as prepared by the Mass Transit Administration of the Department of Transportation of the State of Maryland and filed with the Department of Transportation of the City of Baltimore on January 13, 2014; and providing for a special effective date.Advanced to 3rd Rdr., Adopted Comm. Report  Action details Not available
14-0416 0 Franchise - Correction to Ord. 06-293OrdinanceFranchise - Correction to Ord. 06-293 FOR the purpose of amending Ordinance 06-293 to correct an error in the description and stated size of the franchise area; providing for a correction to the resultant franchise charge; and providing for a special effective date.Advanced to 3rd Rdr., Adopted Comm. Report  Action details Not available
14-0409 0 Floodplain Management Code - CorrectiveOrdinanceFloodplain Management Code - Corrective FOR the purpose of correcting, as mandated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the definition of “historic structure”, clarifying an exclusion from the definition of “substantial improvement”, and correcting a misleading conjunction; providing for a special effective date; and generally relating to the protection, maintenance, and enhancement of the public health, safety, and welfare through floodplain management.Advanced to 3rd Reader on same day  Action details Not available
14-0173R 0 Informational Hearing - New Citywide Street Sweeping PlanCity Council ResolutionInformational Hearing - New Citywide Street Sweeping Plan FOR the purpose of calling on representatives from the Department of Public Works’ Solid Waste Bureau and the Department of Transportation to appear before the Council to discuss the new citywide street sweeping plan, the lessons that can be drawn from its early operations, and what steps can be taken to more fully educate communities about the new plan. Adopted  Action details Not available
14-0360 0 Zoning - Conditional Use Banquet Hall and Dance Hall - 720 Mapleton AvenueOrdinanceZoning - Conditional Use Banquet Hall and Dance Hall - 720 Mapleton Avenue FOR the purpose of permitting, subject to certain conditions, the establishment, maintenance, and operation of a banquet hall and dance hall on the property known as 720 Mapleton Avenue, as outlined in red on the accompanying plat.Advanced to 3rd Rdr., Adopted Comm. Report  Action details Not available
12-0054R 0 Informational Hearing - Prohibiting Racial ProfilingCity Council ResolutionInformational Hearing - Prohibiting Racial Profiling FOR the purpose of calling on representatives from the Police Department and Baltimore City Public Schools to appear before the Council to discuss the problem of racial profiling and to explore how to better address this problem through the expansion or creation of effective anti-profiling education programs. Adopted  Action details Not available
12-0076R 0 Informational Hearing - Mayor's Office of Emergency ManagementCity Council ResolutionInformational Hearing - Mayor's Office of Emergency Management FOR the purpose of inviting representatives from the Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management (MOEM) to inform the Baltimore City Council and the citizens of Baltimore about the activities of this agency and how these activities may help protect Baltimore from the impact of natural and man-made disasters.Adopted  Action details Not available
13-0110R 0 Informational Hearing - Preparedness and Safety in Our Schools and CommunitiesCity Council ResolutionInformational Hearing - Preparedness and Safety in Our Schools and Communities FOR the purpose of calling on representatives from Baltimore City Public Schools, the Police Department, the Fire Department, and the Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management to appear before the Council to discuss emergency preparedness and safety in our schools and communities in the wake of the recent Newtown and Boston tragedies. Adopted  Action details Not available
13-0134R 0 Investigative Hearing - Police Department Staffing ConcernsCity Council ResolutionInvestigative Hearing - Police Department Staffing Concerns FOR the purpose of calling on the Police Commissioner and representatives from the Department of Finance to appear before the City Council to discuss the Police Department’s short and long term staffing plan, the number of officers available for duty versus the authorized strength of the force, the Police Department’s use of overtime to fill staffing gaps, and how staffing policies and projections impact the Police Department’s ability to protect the public.Adopted  Action details Not available
14-0374 0 Planned Unit Development - Amendment - Loyola College Athletic ComplexOrdinancePlanned Unit Development - Amendment - Loyola College Athletic Complex FOR the purpose of approving certain amendments to the Development Plan of the Loyola College Athletic Complex Planned Unit Development.Advanced to 3rd Reader, for Final Passage  Action details Not available
14-0409 0 Floodplain Management Code - CorrectiveOrdinanceFloodplain Management Code - Corrective FOR the purpose of correcting, as mandated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the definition of “historic structure”, clarifying an exclusion from the definition of “substantial improvement”, and correcting a misleading conjunction; providing for a special effective date; and generally relating to the protection, maintenance, and enhancement of the public health, safety, and welfare through floodplain management.Approved and Sent to the Mayor  Action details Not available
14-0320 0 Acquisition of Property - Baltimore Red Line Transit ProjectOrdinanceAcquisition of Property - Baltimore Red Line Transit Project FOR the purpose of authorizing the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore to acquire, by purchase or condemnation, the fee simple or other interests in certain property or portions of property, together with all right, title, interest, and estate that the owner or owners of the property have in all streets, alleys, ways, or lanes, public or private, contained within or abutting the whole area described or contained within the perimeter of the area, being situated in Baltimore City, and needed for the Baltimore Red Line Transit Project; and providing for a special effective date.Approved and Sent to the Mayor  Action details Not available