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Aspen Hill, Bel Pre, Brookeville, Glenmont,
Forest Glen, Kemp Mill, Kensington, Layhill, Olney,
Sandy Spring, Upper Rock Creek, Wheaton
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ADVISORY BOARDS
Community Advisory boards are a way to keep up to date on issues affecting your communities and to have a voice. Take an active role by participating & engaging in your local Advisory Boards.
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Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board Meeting
Next meeting will be
March 16, 2023 at 7:00PM
Topics/Presenters:
Presentations by Councilmember Lauria-Anne Sayles and
Councilmember Will Jawando
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82931330898
Meeting ID: 829 3133 0898
call in: (301) 715-8592
Wheaton Urban District Advisory Committee Meeting
Next meeting will be
March 14, 2023 at 7:00PM
Topics/Presenters:
MDOT State Highway Administration - Joseph Moges, Assistant Director
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83246233594
Meeting ID: 832 4623 3594
call in: (301) 715-8592
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Meetings are open to the public.
If you have any questions about either one of these meetings, please contact Luisa Cardona at luisa.cardona@montgomerycountymd.gov
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Metro and Montgomery County emergency responders full-scale emergency exercise at Wheaton Station on Sunday, Feb. 26
Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD) and Montgomery County emergency responders will conduct a full-scale emergency response exercise at Wheaton Station on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023, from opening until approximately 2 p.m.
The exercise will take place inside the tunnel between Wheaton and Forest Glen and will simulate real-world conditions to test the operational and evacuation coordination, and interagency communication between MTPD, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service, Montgomery County Police, Metrorail and Metrobus operations staff, on-scene responders and support personnel.
Customer information
· Wheaton Station will be closed for the duration of the exercise.
· Northbound Metrobus Q1, Q4, Q5, Y2, Y8: buses will serve customers at stop T4 along northbound Veirs Mill Road.
· Southbound Metrobus Q1, Q2, Q4, Y2, Y7, Y8: buses will serve customers at bus stops T1-T3 along southbound Georgia Avenue adjacent to the station bus loop.
· Metrobus C4; Ride On 8, 9, 34: buses will serve customers at bus stops along the northbound Veirs Mill Road curb adjacent to the station bus loop.
· Free shuttle buses will operate between Wheaton and Forest Glen from opening until 2 p.m. to accommodate customers traveling to or from Wheaton Metro Station.
· Metrobus service to the station will operate normally.
· Metro will notify customers when normal service resumes via email, text message and social media. To receive notifications, sign up for MetroAlerts.
Members of the public may notice a large number of emergency vehicles on site.
Please be assured that this is only an exercise.
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Montgomery County Board Vacancies
Apply Online at Links Below
County Executive Marc Elrich is committed to representation on all of the County’s boards, committees, and commissions that is reflective of, and responsive to, our County’s residents. Public participation contributes to the work of County government and provides an important service to the community when a variety of issues, concerns, and viewpoints are presented.
You may access information regarding boards, committees, and commissions, including application instructions here. Please carefully read application instructions on that page. Then select View and Apply for Vacancies for all currently posted notices.
Currently, there is a valuable opportunity to serve on the following:
Wheaton Urban District Advisory Committee
Application Deadline: March 8, 2023.
Please share this notice with anyone who may be interested.
Applicants of diverse backgrounds, professions, genders, geography, disabilities, ethnicities, and ages are encouraged to apply. Members of County boards, committees, and commissions may not serve on more than one such group at a time. The County Executive’s appointments are generally subject to confirmation by the County Council. Members must complete training on the Maryland Open Meetings Act, Montgomery County Ethics Law, and basic parliamentary procedure. Members are eligible for reimbursement for travel and dependent care for in-person meetings attended. County boards, committees, and commissions may meet virtually by video and/or teleconference.
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Pedestrian Master Plan Public Hearing Draft Plan |  | |
The Pedestrian Master Plan is the first countywide plan in Montgomery County to make recommendations to improve the pedestrian experience in a holistic way. An important element in the county’s 2017 Vision Zero Action Plan and 2021 Climate Action Plan, the Pedestrian Master Plan supports the Thrive Montgomery 2050 goal to “develop a safe, comfortable and appealing network for walking, biking and rolling.” The plan documents the pedestrian experience in Montgomery County today, and makes recommendations in line with national and international best practices to improve the pedestrian experience, from more and better places to cross the street to a data-driven, equity-focused approach for the county's future pedestrian/bicycle capital investments.
The Planning Board’s public hearing will be held on Thursday, March 23, 2023 in the Auditorium of the Wheaton Headquarters Building at 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD. To check the approximate hearing time, or to sign up to testify, go to https://montgomeryplanningboard.org/agendas/.
There is also an option to join the public hearing as a virtual meeting with online streaming and public testimony. Online access can be found at the following link: https://montgomeryplanningboard.org/meetings/watch-online/.
The attached letter provides more information about the plan, and I encourage you to read the Public Hearing Draft at www.montgomeryplanning.org/walkinghere.
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Entries Can Now Be Submitted for Seventh Annual Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival Poster Contest | |
Entries are now being accepted for the Seventh Annual Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival poster contest. The winning design will be used on all promotional materials for the parade and festival, which will take place in Downtown Wheaton on Sunday, Oct. 15. The winner will receive a $500 commission. Read more. | |
A message from the County Executive | |
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To fill many vacancies in the County’s Police Department—and ensure the County attracts top quality recruits—County Executive Marc Elrich this week explains why he is supporting a proposal to pay $20,000 bonuses to future police recruits. Following a deadly apartment building fire in Silver Spring, the County Executive thanked first responders and those that helped residents who were displaced. He encourages parents and students to attend a forum on Saturday, Feb. 25, at Northwood High School in Silver Spring that will address the dangers of fentanyl. And he talks about how the County is addressing demonstrations of the Proud Boys, who are attempting to disrupt Drag Queen Story Hour events.
Read more.
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Applications for the Latino Scholars for HIV/AIDS Research Education (SHARE) 2023 summer program are now open!
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This program is an innovative 10-week summer mentored internship and learning experience for eligible undergraduate students from Hispanic/Latino communities. Based in Washington, DC at the George Washington University, this program aims to support Hispanic/Latino undergraduates interested in pursuing further studies and careers in HIV/AIDS and substance abuse-related research.
Learn more about the SHARE program and how to apply at https://redcap.link/LatinoSHARE
The application deadline is March 24, 2023 at 11:59PM (est)
For additional information, please contact Latino_Share@gwu.edu
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Become a Summer RISE 2023 Host! | |
Interested in preparing the next generation for the workforce and growing your talent pool?
Help rising Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) high school juniors and seniors learn about your workplace and career field as part of the Summer RISE 2023 program. MCPS is seeking hosts in all career fields, particularly those in arts and entertainment, architecture, bioscience, business management, cybersecurity, engineering, healthcare, information technology, law and veterinary services. Summer RISE is an MCPS initiative to help students learn about career opportunities. If you are interested in offering a student(s) an in-person, virtual or a hybrid experience between June 26 and July 28, sign up to become a host today! Host registration will close Friday, April 14. For more information or to attend an informational session, visit www.MCPS-SummerRISE.org. Email or call Davida Gurstelle at Davida_Gurstelle@mcpsmd.org or 240-740-5599 with questions.
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Montgomery Parks Hosting Special Events and Programs in Honor of Black History Month | A diverse selection of educational and entertaining programs celebrating Black History Month will be hosted by Montgomery Parks throughout February. Read more. | Homeless Information Line | | |
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A reminder that on frigid days we want to keep as many people safe as possible. Please use the phone number 240-907-2688 to help someone who is homeless get out of the cold and in touch with support and resources that can help.
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Free Tax Help Available from VITA Program for Low-to-Moderate Income Residents | Low-to-moderate income Montgomery County residents may be eligible for free tax income tax preparation assistance from the Community Action Agency’s (CAA) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) partnership. VITA hosts tax preparation assistance for households earning $60,000 or less. Read more. | |
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Exelon Foundation STEM Academy
Applications open!
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Montgomery County Bienvenidos
Resources and Services Fair
This event is in Spanish, for families newly arrived in Montgomery County and/or minors reunified with family member.
Click on the banners below for more information.
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Feria de Recursos y Servicios
del Condado de Montgomery
Este evento es en español, para familias que son nuevas en el Condado de Montgomery y/o para menos reunidos con un miembro de su familia.
Click en el anuncio arriba para más información.
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"Beyond Traditions" at Sandy Spring Museum
On exhibit until March 20th, 2023
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New Cybersecurity Initiative with Focus on Helping Small Businesses Seeking to Provide Cybersecurity Services Will Be Detailed at March 6 Event in Rockville | | |
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As the world continues to grapple with the complexities of securing critical IT systems and infrastructure, the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) and partners are stepping up their collaborative approach to cybersecurity innovation. A new initiative with a focus on helping small businesses seeking to provide cybersecurity services will be detailed at an event in Rockville on Monday, March 6. Read more. | |
Apply to be a Grants Panelist | Grants Program for Artists in Maryland Open | |
Montgomery County Government COVID-19 Information Portal | |
Our Community: Together & Connected | |
Online Workshops and One-on-One Sessions to Assist Job Seekers and Entrepreneurs Will Be Available Free in February from Montgomery Public Libraries | |
Montgomery County Public Libraries will offer online workshops and one-on-one sessions geared toward assisting job seekers throughout February. All workshops are free. Read more. | |
Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), is NOW available to provide funds to assist low income households pay past due water/sewer bills! Funds are limited. Apply today at: http://dhs.maryland.gov/ohep | |
Click the banner above to check out the latest from the Wheaton and Kensington Chamber of Commerce Newsletter! | |
To check out the latest from Explore Kensington, click the banner above. | |
Montgomery County has various food distribution events across the County this week, including in Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring and Olney. To find distribution events or food near you, click here. The website also has more information about food resources in multiple languages. For help with getting food, please call the Food Access Call Center at MC311.
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