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Your Mid-County
Wheaton, Kemp Mill, Glenmont, Aspen Hill, Bel Pre, Olney, Sandy Spring, Brookeville, Upper Rock Creek, Kensington
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Wheaton Redevelopment Meeting
Wednesday, September 18th at 7pm
@ WheatonHigh School
12601 Dalewood Dr ., Silver Spring, MD
The Montgomery County Government is inviting the community to a meeting with
StonebridgeCarras/Bozzuto, the selected developer for the Wheaton Redevelopment Program. At the meeting, the proposed development plan will be shared along with details on the scope of their project and ideas for design. The County would like the community's feedback as preparations begin for the development of a contract with the developer. Questions? For more information, please visit the project website or email me, Ana L. van Balen, Mid-County Regional Director.
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1.
10
th Annual
Silver Spring Jazz Festival with Headliner Branford Marsalis. Saturday, September 7, 4:30 - 10 p.m. Veterans Plaza at Silver Spring Civic Building, One Veterans Place
2. Historic Preservation Commission Public Hearing for the Preservation of the Wheaton Youth Center will be on Sept 11, 2013, 7:30pm at 8787 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring. This first meeting to consider the potential preservation of the center will give residents and interested parties a chance to weigh in on the future of this building. You can sign up to speak at the meeting by calling 301-563-3400.
3. Montgomery County Executive Hispanic Gala on Sept. 12th, at the Fillmore. Please click here for more information.
4. Montgomery County Friendship Picnic: Sept. 15th, 2013 from 1-5pm at the Wheaton Regional Park.
5. Countywide Transit Corridors Plan County
Council public hearing: September 24.
Dates: Saturday, Sept. 28, 12- 8 p.m.
Location: Wheaton Triangle at Reedie Dr. and Grandview Ave.
5. Bike for the Reserve Farm Tour: September 29th
Hosted by Potomac Pedalers bike club, the Tour takes riders along the Reserve's rustic roads culminating in a catered picnic at Kingsbury's Orchard sponsored by Whole Foods Market. Volunteers will be available to bring your orchard purchases back to your vehicle. The ride is free and open to all bikers, the picnic is $12. Please click here for more information and to register.
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IMPORTANT NEWS FOR RESIDENTS:
1. September is Library Card Sign Up Month and Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) encourages residents of all ages who don't have a card to stop by any MCPL branch and sign up. Each person who signs up for a new card will receive a special gift. For more information, please go to the MCPL website.
2. Fall Programs begin at The Gilchrist Center for Cultural Diversity. They offer a variety of programs, including English, Spanish, Computer classes and services to Montgomery County's Community. For more information, please go to their website or call 240-777-4940.
3. MONTGOMERY PARKS urges dog owners to take precautions in light of recent dog flu reports in the county. For more information, please go to their
4. NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF FY15 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANTS (CDBG) PUBLIC SERVICE FUNDING: The application for FY15 CDBG public service funding is now available online. The application deadline is Monday, September 23, 2013 at 4:00 pm.
5. Montgomery County Media & Montgomery County Television has started a new series of
Small Business Seminars & Networking events designed to support and enhance the success of
your Business in Montgomery County.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!
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GETTING INVOLVED:
1. Montgomery County Humane Society is
recruiting new board members for 2-year terms beginning January 2014. Please email them to receive more information.
2. The County Executive is looking for individuals to serve on the following committee:
- Community Action Board: Deadline Sept. 6
- Library Board: Deadline Sept. 18
To apply, lease go to the county website.
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There is a lot going on in Mid-County so I hope you are staying connected. Please forward this email to others who may benefit from this information.
Have a great Labor Day!
Ana L. van Balen
Mid-County Regional Services Director
Montgomery County Government
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