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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Prince George's County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Chronic congestion on Piscataway Road and the BK Miller intersection
Residents have heard promises about fixing the backed-up MD 223/BK Miller intersection for years and never seen results. This developer proposes to actually build a second southbound lane rather than just pay into the county fund, and neighbors remain skeptical until shovels hit dirt.
Draft FY 2027-2032 Consolidated Transportation Program
The county is updating its Master Plan of Transportation for the first time since 2009, and this hearing was residents' chance to weigh in on how roads, transit, bike routes, and sidewalks are prioritized countywide. The record stays open until April 13, so written comments still count.
County transportation priorities for FY 2027-2032
The county is sending a joint letter to Maryland's transportation secretary laying out its six-year road and transit priorities, including the Purple Line, Blue Line Corridor, and New Carrollton projects, plus pushback on Virginia's I-495 express lanes plan. The full council still needs to give final approval to the letter.
Road safety on Ritchie Road, District Heights
Tracy Burton told the board she has been hit three times by traffic in front of her home and must pull nearly into the street to see oncoming cars. Her driveway extension was framed as a safety fix for a busy, sidewalk-less thoroughfare.
FY 2027 Budget — Department of Public Works & Transportation
The county wants a green light to chase federal and state transportation grants for fiscal 2027 — money for roads, transit and highway safety projects. Winning grants stretches local tax dollars further.
Sidewalk repair funding on the November ballot
Five bond bills totaling over $412 million would let the County borrow for community college, roads, buildings, libraries, and public safety — but only if voters approve them on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
Regional transit funding (DMVMoves)
COG asked the council to back legislation providing $460 million a year for Metro modernization — Maryland's share about $152 million — to keep the region's transit system world-class.