Politics & Government

New Policy to Ensure Public Input in County Redevelopment Projects

All interested parties would be able to attend a community meeting on a redevelopment project before bids are sought, according to the new policy.

The Prince George’s County Council has established a public input and notification process for disposition of Redevelopment Authority property and projects, according to a news release

Legislation sponsor, Council Member Karen R. Toles (D) – District 7, says the bill unanimously approved Nov. 19 increases opportunities for residents to play an active role in the growth and development of their communities. 

“We want our citizens to have every possible opportunity to weigh in on the types of development projects that come to their community," Toles said in a news release. "Many times, residents find out about a project much too late in the process and (the bill) addresses the need to encourage early citizen involvement and more transparency. Working collaboratively with residents, positions the Redevelopment Authority to bring the types of projects to Prince George’s County in which residents can take pride.”

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Under the legislation, the Redevelopment Authority will conduct one community meeting, including all interested parties, to review and discuss the vision and scope of a property or project prior to the release of any request for proposal.

Additionally, prior to the release of an RFP, the Redevelopment Authority will send written notice to the County Council and Council Member whose district the property or project sits, the release said.

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The Prince George’s County Redevelopment Authority is responsible for the development, redevelopment, revitalization, and preservation of targeted communities with an emphasis on promoting workforce housing and economic development in support of County Executive priorities for community development, transit-oriented development, and affordable housing. The agency’s primary objective is to decrease the number of blighted commercial and residential structures within a half-mile radius of existing transit centers and improve the quality of life for the residents of Prince George’s County.



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