The Prince George’s County Council on Wednesday approved the first budget proposed by new County Executive Angela D. Alsobrooks (D), distinguished by big raises for public school employees and a relatively quiet deliberation process.
The $4.34 billion budget does not include an increase in the property tax rate, although some homeowners could pay more because of rising property values.
There is money for 15 new inspectors in the permitting and inspections department and 12 new operator and laborer positions to improve bulky-trash collection — part of the beautification initiative Alsobrooks rolled out this spring.
The spending plan also includes funding to hire and train 100 police officers, 48 fire and emergency personnel and 60 correctional officers — along with $7 million to support a significant expansion of the county’s summer youth enrichment program.
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