Decisions made on Capitol Hill resonate through our local streets, impacting everything from federal infrastructure funding to the protection of our civil rights. In April, we elevate our focus to the federal level. Representing Greenbelt in the halls of Congress is a vital responsibility, and with the 2026 Primary approaching, now is the time to hear directly from those who wish to be our voice in Washington. Join us to engage with the candidates vying to represent Maryland’s 4th Congressional District.

Invited Candidates Include:

• U.S. House of Representatives (MD-04): Incumbent Glenn Ivey and Primary Challengers.

Format: Candidates will provide brief introductory statements regarding their 2026 federal legislative priorities. Following the remarks, the floor will open for a Q&A session. To ensure a productive dialogue, attendees will be provided with index cards upon arrival to submit their questions, which will be vetted and read by the Vice President to cover a broad range of community concerns.

Meeting Agenda for April 19th General Body Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Date: April 19, 2026 | Time: 2:00 PM

Location: Greenbriar Community Building

Presiding: James Whipple, President

I. Call to Order & Business Session (2:00 PM)

• • Pledge of Allegiance
  • Approval of Minutes
  • Treasurer’s Report
  • Officer & Committee Reports
    • Membership update.
    • Labor Day Festival committee brief.
  • New Business
    • Finalizing the "Call for Questions" for the April Candidate Forum.

• Announcements:

• • Pay your Dues
  • Movie Night at New Deal Cafe - Monday, April 20th
  • Next Meeting

II. Candidate Interactions (2:30 PM)

• Free Interaction with Candidates and Members

III. Candidate Forum (3:00 PM, hard stop at 5:00 PM)

• Introduction: Welcoming candidates and explaining the seats that are being pursued.

• Rules of Engagement: Explanation of rules for responses, time reminders, and rules for rebuttals.

• Moderated Q&A: 
  • Attendees please write questions on the provided index cards.
  • Pat, Vice President, will vet and read questions to ensure a broad range of community concerns are addressed.
• Closing Statements: (5 minutes per candidate)

IV. Closing (Immediately Following Q&A)

• Closing Remarks
• Adjournment