New Carrollton mayor voted out by city council: Here’s what we know
New Carrollton council votes to oust mayor
The New Carrollton City Council voted the mayor out over allegations that she violated a hiring freeze.
NEW CARROLLTON, Md. - A heated meeting in the small city of New Carrollton ended with a major shake‑up, as the city council voted 4‑1 to remove the mayor.
FOX 5’s Stephanie Ramirez reports the dispute centers on whether Mayor Phelecia E. Nembhard hired two employees after the council instituted a hiring freeze.
Wednesday night’s meeting grew tense, with a supporter of the now former mayor escorted out by police.
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Nembhard was officially ousted, and the accusations have led to finger‑pointing. One councilmember said the evidence speaks for itself.
New Carrollton mayor voted out by city council: Here’s what we know
Before the meeting, Councilmember Briana Urbina told FOX 5 it’s alleged Nembhard attempted to intimidate staff, and that the only reason the employees were not issued IDs and email accounts is because the city manager resigned, believing the action was unlawful.
Nembhard disputes the allegations and called the council corrupt. She said she had only informed the council of reinstatement, telling FOX 5 one matter involved filing a grievance to ensure an employee returned to work after that person apparently filed a grievance over their termination.
Several attended the meeting to support Nembhard.
Nembhard also told FOX 5 she will run again in the special election triggered by the vote. One councilmember said she could not run, but Nembhard maintains she is eligible.
The Source: Information in this article is from New Carrollton City Council members.