Breakdown of New proposed Council Standing Rules
At the coming Council Meeting on Monday, Nov 25, the Council will potentially vote on adopting new “Standing Rules” that govern the basic operations of the City Council and its meetings. Many of the items are heavily procedural, but there’s a couple items with impact to residents that I wanted to highlight for you:
- The section for Rules 36-46 relate to those around Public Hearings.
- Rule 40 provides each member of the public three (3) minutes to share on their topic. (This is an increase from 2 minutes previously and reflects feedback from residents received over the past year.)
- Rule 40 also describes a new mechanism where, if 5 or more members of the public are present to speak on the same subject, they can designate one member representative to speak for a longer five (5) minutes.
For reference, the sections of the document are:
- Rules of Order
- Open Meetings
- Notice of Special Meeting or Work Sessions
- Election of President
- Duties - President of the Council
- Agendas
- Conduct & Decorum of Members
- Standing Committees – City Council
- Order of Business
- Public Hearing
- Report of the Mayor and City Council
- Legislative Proceedings
- Introduction and Passage of Legislation
- Appeal
- Virtual & Video Meetings
- Filling a Vacancy of the Council
- City Council - Boards/ Commissions/ Committees
- Miscellaneous
You can download a copy of the latest version as of today, and also look to the City of Laurel Official Meetings page for any updates that are included for consideration in future meetings.
Please reach out to me directly with any thoughts or feedback, and feel free to join us on Monday, Nov 25 to share your thoughts for Council on any item as well.
Council Meeting - 25 Nov 2024
See the City of Laurel’s meeting page for the official record, and if any agenda item holds interest for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to myself and members of the Council as we want to serve you and the people of Laurel.
Watch live online via LaurelTV or the MyLaurel app, or on your TV via Comcast Channel 996 (HD)/ 71 (SD) or Verizon FiOS Channel 12. And if you’d like to register to speak, simply reach out to the City Clerk’s office.
NOTE: Included among the items the Council may vote on are the proposed changes to the Council Standing Rules (which includes updates to public hearing time limits). To share your thoughts, please be sure to reach out to the Clerk and/or join us in-person at the meeting. :)
- Call to Order - James Kole, President
- Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America- Mayor Keith R. Sydnor
- Roll Call - Sara A. Green, CPM, CMC, City Clerk
- Laurel University Graduation Ceremony
- Approval of Minutes: November 4, 2024 Regular Meeting; November 13, 2024 Special Meeting; November 13, 2024 Closed Session
- Report of the Mayor and City Council
- Mayoral Appointments: Tiara Matthews, Education Advisory Committee 11/25/2024-11/25/2026; Rubama Patwary, Art Council 11/25/2024-11/25/2026 ; Roy Smith II, Planning Commission 11/25/2024-11/25/2029
- General Public Hearing
- Second Public Hearing with Possible Action on Resolution No. 4-2024- A Resolution of the Laurel City Council to Approve the Rewrite of the Council Standing Rules
- Possible Adjournment to Closed Session Under the Open Meetings Act Provisions Section 3-305 (b) (3) to consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose and matters directly related thereto in order to protect the Mayor and City Council’s bargaining power and Section 3- 305 (b) (7) to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice regarding the potential purchase of real property
- Election of the Council President
- Election or Selection of President Pro-Tem
- Adjournment
My Learnings from Maryland Municipal League Fall Conference
The week before last, I attended the Maryland Municipal League’s (MML) fall conference - Titled “Excellence in Leadership”, it was held in Cambridge, Maryland Nov 6-8 and was a great opportunity to: (a) further equip in my role as Councilman, (b) be briefed on the latest updates happening in our state, and (c) connect with hundreds of municipal leaders from around Maryland.
I enrolled in the Academy for Excellence certification program and over the course of the three days took classes including: Structures of Municipal Government; MD State Budget Outlook; Rising costs of electricity & how to support residents; and more. Some takeaways to pass on:
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Maryland only generates about 30% of its own electrical energy and is also in the process of closing down old coal plants, all at a time when the demand for electricity is increasing. This means it has to purchase power from other states like Pennsylvania and Ohio and is causing the outlook for electricity prices to be headed strongly higher.
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Maryland Comptroller Liermann shared the results of various reports her office has issued (such as on MD’s lagging labor force participation) and outreaches her office has done. One tip: Her office has partnered with the IRS to offer an integrated FREE federal - state tax preparation software for this coming season called DirectFile, so be on the lookout for that come January.
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State Delegate Barnes, State Senator Augustine, and Governor Moore’s legislative aid Luedtke shared about the upcoming ~$2 billion state budget crunch expected to be a huge issue this coming MD legislative session - Deficits arising from spending commitments made the last few years are anticipated to reach $4 billion and grow to $8 billion in the coming years as well without changes. An implication for Laurel: “bond bill” initiatives and Highway User Revenues (both of which contribute funding to cities like Laurel) are potentially in the crosshairs.
I also connected with Mayors, Councilmembers, and Staff from municipalities including Cambridge, Mount Airy, Greenbelt, Takoma Park, Denton, Forest Heights, Berwyn Heigts, Union Bridge, Eagle Harbor, Frederick, La Plata, Taneytown, Leonardtown, Hagerstown, and more. It was helpful to hear what other cities are doing, to make connections, to share knowledge and resources, and more.
A big memory for me was also the ability to visit the Harriet Tubman (Ross) museum, hear local Cambridge resident and historian share about his life experience growing up in Cambridge (which was sadly marred by prejudice), and about the life of the tenacious Harriet Ross who led so many of her family to freedom in the North. Myself and fellow members of Laurel City Council (Councilmembers Clark and Mills) were also able to take a picture in front of the new and now famous mural, “Take My Hand” (pictured below).
The MML Fall Conference was packed full of information and connections and I greatly appreciated the opportunity to join with other municipal leaders as we all strive to help our city’s flourish in the years to come!
LPD Awards / Diwali / Veteran's Day Highlights & Pics
Laurel Police Department
Yesterday, I was pleased to be with the Laurel Police Department for their awards ceremony honoring officers and citizen employees who have helped make Laurel a safer place over this past year and a half. To be honest, it was quite an experience to hear story-after-story of how our officers over different times of the year placed themselves in danger or proactively acted to apprehend threats or also saved lives around town. Whether pursuing armed suspects in the woods, negotiating down someone who was in hiding, rendering life-saving first aid to a father who was wounded, going undercover to breakup a crime ring, or the support functions rendered with excellence that make it possible – thank you to all who protect and serve us!
Diwali Festival at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
On November 2, I was able to visit the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir to help mark the Diwali Festival (translated, ‘festival of light’) which is an annual Hindu celebration of the conquest of light over darkness. It was a good opportunity to connect with members of a different faith, learn about their commitment to serving the community, and celebrate the rich tapestry of our area.
Veteran’s Day Flag Placements
Lastly, in the beautiful weather of this past Monday on November 11, I joined with residents from around town to help place flags at the gravestones of U.S. military veterans reposed at historic Ivy Hill cemetery here in town. It was a reminder of the many who have served, both past and present, to preserve for us today our freedoms, and at no small cost to themselves. This selflessness is what makes our society possible, and we deeply thank them for their service.
(Photo credit: City of Laurel)
Meet the new PG Education Board Member Andorful on Nov 20 in Laurel
In the just-completed election, a new PG County Board of Education member was elected to represent our district, District 1 – Dr. Tiffini Andorful. And she’ll be coming to Laurel on Wednesday, Nov 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Laurel Branch Library hosted by our PG County Councilmember Tom Dernoga.
From the event description:
Council Member Dernoga invites you to join him for a community conversation at the Laurel Branch Library, which will take place after a Meet & Greet with Dr. Tiffini Andorful, District 1 School Board Member Elect. Light refreshments will be served to anyone that RSVPs by filling out this form. Please do not forget to submit any questions you have for the Council Member ahead of time by recording them at the bottom of this form.
This is a great opportunity for parents, students, teachers, and other interested folks to come out and learn and share firsthand with our elected school officials – For more details and the link to RSVP, check out the event registration page.
Spread Thanksgiving Blessings with Blessing Baskets
Thanksgiving is approaching quickly and is a great time of year to reflect on all the many true blessings we have that are so easy to forget in the hustle-and-bustle of day-to-day – things like food, shelter, family, community, health, freedom, faith, and more.
From that well of thankfulness, it’s only natural to want to give and share – The original Thanksgiving itself was in its ideal form a coming together of peoples to share what they had in the common fellowship of life. Your church and many of our Laurel-based non-profits have great outlets to link arms with community to do so, and I also wanted to share about a newer one organized by Mike Mondy and The Moving in Maryland Group of Keller Williams Realty: Laurel Blessing Baskets.
The Laurel Blessing Baskets drive encourages folks to assemble a laundry basket of goods for a Thanksgiving meal (and optionally, some helpful home items) to help families in need. You can assemble and/or drop-off your basket of goods on Wednesday, Nov 20 from 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. at KB Karnival Hall located at 555 Main Street (drive around to the backside off Main Street) where others will also be mingling. And if you’re unable to make it but still want to be a part, you can also contribute to the drive’s GoFundMe campaign.
“A thankful heart is a happy heart” ❤️ - I guarantee finding a way, small or big, to bless someone this Thanksgiving will help make your family’s Thanksgiving all the more full as well. 🙂🦃
Honor Veterans by Placing Flags Today at 2 p.m. at Ivy Hill
If you’re free this afternoon, I’d encourage you to consider taking an hour to mark Veteran’s Day by helping place flags on graves at the Ivy Hill Cemetary. 🇺🇸 You’ll be joining with others in our community helping to honor veterans for their service and expressing our thanks as a community for their sacrifice that has made possible the freedoms we enjoy today as a nation.
Thank you to all who have served! - We treasure your service. 🫡❤️🙏
PG County Fire Dept Reallocation Impact - Community Meeting this Thu, Nov 14
You may already be aware, but there’s a significant reallocation happening within PG County Firefighters. This coming Thursday, Nov 14, the PG County Council is hosting a Public Meeting to address questions, share information, and listen to residents about impacts happening to their communities.
The gist of the changes surround how fire services are provided: Historically, paid professional fire firefighters from the County would be assigned to fire houses in different cities and towns where they would be supplemented by local volunteers - Paid staff covered certain hours while volunteers covered the other hours. PG County has been reallocating firefighters, pulling them out of many local volunteer firehouses and moving them to County firehouses, affecting the coverage of certain areas and the response times experienced. (E.g., It’s part of why you’re seeing more of neighboring fire trucks coming to Laurel than in years past.)
To learn more about the impact and share concerns, join with other residents from around the County at the Largo County Administration Building this Thursday where PG County Fire Chief Tiffany Green will join Council Members to discuss staffing and the reallocation plan. You can also sign up to speak.
(UPDATE after event: Here’s a link to watch a recording of the meeting.)
Small business retailers apply by Nov 8 to be in Passport Book
Small Business Saturday is coming up later this month on Saturday, Nov 30 — But tomorrow, Friday, Nov 8 is the deadline for small business retailers in Laurel to submit their information to be part of the *Passport Book Program.
That’s the book residents can pickup on Nov 30 at the Quill Lot (along with a nice hot beverage) ☕️ and then get their book stamped at the various spots listed around town for a chance to win prizes. So if you’ve just opened a new shop, or you’ve been around and looking to help spread the word, this can be a great way to accomplish!
To have your business included in the Passport Book, email sparveen@laurel.md.us or reach out to the Economic and Community Development team.
November 2024 issue of “Laurel Living”
The latest edition of Laurel Living, the official newsletter for the City of Laurel, is available today! – Highlights include:
- Details around the City’s support of Eric’s Law
- An overview of the Mayor’s new First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program
- Recaps Women Entrepreneur workshop, Hispanic Heritage celebration, Clergy leader gathering, and other City goings-on.
- Info on Small Business Saturday coming up Saturday, Nov 30.
- And more!
Flip on through to see what’s been going on, and what’s ahead for the City. (Paper copies to be available at most City buildings, the Laurel Library, some senior centers, and other locations.)
Help Clean Riverfront Park & Main Street on Sat, Nov 2
The volunteers of Laurel for the Patuxent have an event scheduled this Saturday, Nov 2 to help cut invasive vines at Riverfront Park plus pickup trash on Main Street — a “choose your own adventure” as the event listing says. 😀
From the event page:
- We’ll meet and great at the Avondale parking area.
- Trash bags will be provided, as well as some tools, but if you have your own, please bring them. Please bring gloves.
- Kids are welcome to come with their parents.
- Students are welcome to come for service hours, but you must have your forms at the event for credit.
Check out the link above for more details, and come on out to enjoy the beautiful weather while being a part of helping beautify our City! ☀️
Council Work Session + Meeting - 4 Nov 2024
Because of scheduling complexities for November, next Monday will be a combination Council Work Session (scheduled for 5 p.m.) followed by a Council Meeting (scheduled for 6 p.m.) - The agenda items for both meetings are the same: The first session is intended more for the usual hashing through details before advancing an agenda item to a regular meeting. The regular meeting also differs in that it contains the usual ‘public hearing’ components.
See the City of Laurel’s meeting page for the official record, and if any agenda item holds interest for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to myself and members of the Council as we want to serve you and the people of Laurel.
Watch live online via LaurelTV or the MyLaurel app, or on your TV via Comcast Channel 996 (HD)/ 71 (SD) or Verizon FiOS Channel 12. And if you’d like to register to speak, simply reach out to the City Clerk’s office.
- Call to Order - Council President James Kole
- Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America - Keith R. Sydnor, Mayor
- Roll Call - Sara A. Green, CPM, CMC, Clerk
- Report of the Mayor and City Council
- General Public Hearing
- Introduction and First Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2035- An Ordinance Amending the General Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program of the Mayor and City Council of Laurel, Maryland, for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 and to Provide an Effective Date
- Consideration of a Purchase Requisition- Curbside Composting Supplies- Sustainability Management
- Consideration of a Bid Recommendation- Municipal Phone System Upgrade- Department of Information Technology
- Consideration of a Purchase Requisition- Emergency Bearcat Vehicle- Laurel Police Department
- Consideration of a Fleet Acquisition- TYMCO 435 Street Sweeper- Department of Public Works
- Consideration of a Fleet Acquisition- Street Crack Sealer- Department of Public Works
- Introduction and First Public Hearing on Resolution No. 4-2024- A Resolution of the Laurel City Council to Approve the Rewrite of the Council Standing Rules.
- Adjournment
Voting has Started for Nov 5 Elections
A few resources if helpful to you for the current voting season:
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The Laurel Independent voting guide, including guide for judge elections (often harder information for voters to come by).
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Early voting started Oct 24 and ends this Thursday, Oct 31. The closest early voting site to Laurel is the Laurel-Beltsville Senior Center at 7120 Contee Road, open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. those days.
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You’ve probably already received your Sample Ballot in the mail, but you can also download a copy from the PG County Board of Elections page, which also includes other useful resources like ballot drop boxes and voter registration lookups.
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Election Day is Tuesday, Nov 5 and polls will be open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. that day – Identify your polling place to cast your vote using the Maryland Election Board lookup tool which also has a number of great references and resources. (Note: Your General Election polling place is most like not the same place you cast votes for the City of Laurel elections last year – so be sure to double-check if you’re unsure.)
Hope that helps and here’s a great letterpress print by the ACPA that I love! :)
“Eric’s ID Law” for Non-apparent Disabilities
Through my work as Chair of the Citizen Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities, I’ve been honored to connect with people throughout our area to understand and learn ways we can serve all residents more effectively.
One recent example relates to what’s being called “Eric’s ID Law” – a bill considered by the Maryland General Assembly last session, and expected to be considered again this coming session. It would provide individuals with non-apparent disabilities such as autism, mental health, hearing, and others a way to voluntarily disclose it on their state-issued ID, partly as an aid to law enforcement and other organizations they may come into contact with.
What’s even more inspiring is the story behind it, shared in this video by Eric and his mom, Linda:
Although Eric and Linda live in a different part of Maryland, their story was first brought to my attention by Laurel resident and past Councilman, Mr. Mitchell and his mother, Ms. Ifill. Mr. Mitchell shared about the state legislation at a recent PG County meeting, and the Laurel City Council also presented a unanimously signed statement in support for the legislation. We’ve also extended invitation to Eric and Ms. Linda to join us at our December 4 Work Session to share their story directly with Laurel and are hopeful they’ll be able to join us.
If you feel a particular connection to the cause, I’d encourage you to look for it in the coming Maryland legislative session and to reach out to let our state representatives know of your support. 👍
Hispanic Heritage / Laurel VFD Banquet Highlight & Pics
Laurel Volunteer Fire Department 122nd Awards Banquet
It took a minute to sink in, but I couldn’t help but be amazed that this was the 122nd Awards Banquet for the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department this year – What a testament to so many men and women who have helped keep our City safe from fire and other calamities for over a century! Added to that, four members received awards for 50+ years of service (John McConnell, Tom Stanton, Rosa Maher, and Mike Kirk). Congratulations to Firefighter of the Year Willie McCluney and the many many others who so deservedly were recognized – It was an honor to be with you!
(Photo credit: Laurel VFD)
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
And it was a pleasure to recognize and celebrate the many rich traditions of nationalities we have here in Laurel at the recent Hispanic Heritage Celebration. Participants got to enjoy traditional dances from Mexico and El Salvador, hear the moving immigrant story of Delegate Peña-Melnyk, congratulate award winners of those with Hispanic heritage that have contributed so much to our City, and partake of great traditional foods from restaurants right here in town. If you missed any of the fun, you can watch the replay direct on LaurelTV, hosted by our very own Melba from the City team!
(Photo credit: City of Laurel)
Mayor Launches First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program
From the City’s announcement page:
The City of Laurel is proud to announce the launch of its First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, designed to provide financial support to first-time homebuyers looking to purchase a home within the city limits of Laurel, Maryland.
Through this initiative, the City of Laurel has allocated $60,000 from its FY2025 budget to offer $5,000 grants to 12 qualified first-time homebuyers. These grants can be used to assist with down payments or closing costs on a single-family home, townhouse, or condominium within the city limits.
Key Eligibility Requirements:
- Homebuyers must settle on an eligible home between October 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025.
- The purchased home must be located within the City of Laurel.
- Applicants must occupy the home as their primary residence within 60 days of settlement and for at least three years.
- The household income of all owners must not exceed $100,000 at the time of settlement.
See more details on the announcement page and, soon, on Department of Economic Development page.
Council Meeting - 28 Oct 2024
See the City of Laurel’s meeting page for the official record, and if any agenda item holds interest for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to myself and members of the Council as we want to serve you and the people of Laurel.
Watch live online via LaurelTV or the MyLaurel app, or on your TV via Comcast Channel 996 (HD)/ 71 (SD) or Verizon FiOS Channel 12. And if you’d like to register to speak, simply reach out to the City Clerk’s office.
NOTE: Included among the items the Council is expected to vote on are the proposed PG public school employee tax credit and the City logo approval process. To share your thoughts, please be sure to reach out to the Clerk and/or join us at the meeting. :)
AGENDA
- Call to Order - Council President James Kole
- Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America Led by Girl Scout Troop 3071 and Troop 4813
- Roll Call - Sara A. Green, CPM, CMC, Clerk
- Approval of Minutes: September 23, 2024 Regular Meeting; October 2, 2024 Work Session; October 16, 2024 Regular Meeting
- Report of the Mayor and City Council
- Mayoral Appointments/Reappointments: The Honorable Donna L. Crary, Community Redevelopment Authority, 10/28/24-10/28/27; William Chase, Juneteenth Executive Committee
- General Public Hearing
- Second Public Hearing with Possible Action on Ordinance No. 2030- An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of Laurel, Maryland to Add a New Section 16-13 to the Laurel City Code, Chapter 16 “Taxation”, Article I “In General” Section 13 “Public School Employee Tax Credit Program: and to Provide an Effective Date.
- Second Public Hearing with Possible Action on Ordinance No. 2031- An Ordinance Amending the General Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program of the Mayor and City Council of Laurel, Maryland, for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 and to Provide an Effective Date.
- Second Public Hearing with Possible Action on Ordinance No. 2032- An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of Laurel, Maryland to Amend Chapter 2 “Administration”, Article I Entitled “In General”, Section 2-3 Entitled “City Seal, City Department Seals and Logos, and Official City Branding Logos”, of the Laurel City Code to Change the Section Title to “City Seal, City Department Seals and Logos, Official City Board, Commission, and Committee Logos, and Official City Branding Logos,” and Require Written Permission of the Mayor to Use the City Seal, or City Department Seals and Logos, Official City Board, Commission and Committee Logos, and Official City Branding Logos for Non-City Related Use, in Accordance with the City’s Policy on the Use of City Seals and Logos and Providing an Effective Date.
- Adjournment
“50 Best Places to Live in US”? #1 Silver Spring, MD
After evaluating 2,000 cities across almost 200 data categories, Fortune Magazine found Silver Spring, Maryland as #1.
Here’s a great 3-minute video synopsis of their findings:
Categories they looked at included: livability, financial health, resources for aging adults, education, and wellness. The winners are communities that are sustainable for their youngest and oldest residents – including many fast-growing suburbs and edge cities that find creative ways to improve people’s well-being
“What people are looking for is that balance of ‘I can afford to live here, so I don’t have to work all the time, but then in my free time, there are actually people to connect with and things to do.”
Of course, I can’t help but notice parallels to our own town here in Laurel, and that makes me smile. The video and accompanying article also gives me thoughts on directions where we as a City can enhance further (i.e., not rest on our ‘Laurels’). 😉
“We know that health isn’t just what’s happening inside your body,” says Rickles. “It’s your social connections, your perceptions of safety, and there’s a lot that goes into what makes a city well.” The index is a “person-centric” metric and considers social determinants of health, such as access to transportation, green spaces, parks, libraries, and community.
When 51-year-old Pazit Aviv walks her dog in her Silver Spring, Md., neighborhood, it takes an extra 30 minutes as she inevitably gets lost in an impromptu chat with a neighbor.
A great vision for what a city can be!
The Laurel Independent, Oct 2024 edition out
Just finished perusing my copy of October 2024 edition of The Laurel Independent and here’s some of the highlights I took note of:
- 5 Laurel-area churches have banded together to offer a “passport” among each church’s holiday bazaars: get yours punched at them all, and be entered for a $100. A great way to help local congregations, save a little on gifts for Christmas, and see your neighbors around town.
- A helpful overview plus voting guides for federal, state, and County elections coming up Nov 5.
- Executive Director Kit Slack recaps the survey results received on the coverage readers indicated they’d like from the Independent, and how the paper will continue to evolve in response.
- Updates to the Main Street Walking Tour, and how you can sign-up for one.
- The latest in City legislation, appointments, and meeting schedules for October and November.
- Both City and local organization event calendars. (Note: Oct 19 electronics recycling/ paper shredding, Oct 24 Main Street Trick-or-Treat, Nov 1 Hayride, and Dec 7 Holiday Parade & tree-lighting.)
- Community profiles, and much more!
Check out articles on Streetcar Suburbs News website and a full digital, flippable version should be posted soon to their Streetcar Suburbs News Issuu page — Physical copies also come via mail and are available in many hotspots around town. (Always good with a cup of coffee.) :)
FREE Recycle electronics, Paper shred, Paint drop-off, & more on Oct 19
A great service Laurel provides its residents are opportunities during the year to do a great house emptying :) – Mark your calendars for next Saturday, October 19 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to empty your house (or local business) of:
- Electronics: such as televisions, stereos, computers, game systems and their accessories.
- Sensitive papers: such as bank statements, medical bills, and other items you’d like securely shredded onsite. (X-rays and film also available, though will happen after-the-fact offsite.)
- Paint: latex, oil-based, and wood stains. (I know I’ve got some of these too.) This one does have a cost at $5/ quart or gallon.
- Lightly-used home goods: such as clothing, small appliances, and related. (GreenDrop Charity will be onsite to collect)
- Styrofoam: such as packaging, food containers, and packing peanuts.
This service is only available to Laurel City residents or businesses in the City, so be sure to have your driver’s license (with address) on hand or mail addressed to the City of Laurel business location.
More details (including a map to confirm you’re in the City) are available Department of Public Works Event Page – so gather some things together this coming week, and be free of them come next Saturday! 🧹😀
