Your Mid-County News For
Aspen Hill, Bel Pre, Brookeville, Glenmont,
Forest Glen, Kemp Mill, Kensington, Layhill, Olney,
Sandy Spring, Upper Rock Creek, Wheaton
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*No Advisory Board meetings during the month of August, meetings will resume in September* |
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Mid-County and Wheaton Urban District Board Vacancies
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Elrich Seeks Applicants for
County Executive Marc Elrich is seeking applicants to fill five public vacancies on the Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board. All the incumbents are eligible to apply for reappointment.
The Board is comprised of 15 residents and businesses from the following areas: Upper Rock Creek, Wheaton, Kensington, Kemp Mill, Aspen Hill, Glenmont, Norbeck, Forest Glen, Olney, Brookeville, and Sandy Spring. The Board serves as a liaison between the community, the County Executive, County Council, and County government departments by identifying community concerns and recommending possible solutions. It also advises the Director of the Mid-County Services Center on transportation, economic development, housing, education, human services, environment, recreation, public safety, and other issues of importance to the area. To determine if your residence or business is in the Mid-County region, please click on this link and enter your address in the box: http://mcgov-gis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=0bc839f5e691497aa77da21c1495b669
Members serve three-year terms without compensation, but are eligible for reimbursement for travel and dependent care for in-person meetings attended. The Board currently meets virtually by video- and teleconference the third Thursday evening of each month. Subcommittee meetings take place the first Thursday of the month. When in-person meetings resume in the future, the Board will meet at the Mid-County Regional Services Center, 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton.
Elrich Seeks Applicants for
County Executive Marc Elrich is seeking applicants to fill seven vacancies on the Wheaton Urban District Advisory Committee, for two representatives of Wheaton businesses that employ more than 10 people (large businesses); one representative of a Wheaton business that employs less than 10 people (small business); and four residents of the Wheaton Urban District. One large business, the small business, and one resident are eligible to apply for reappointment.
The 11-member Committee provides information and advice to the County Executive and the Director of the Mid-County Regional Services Center regarding promotions, maintenance, service levels, and budgetary guidance for the downtown Wheaton Urban District.
Members serve three-year terms without compensation, but are eligible for reimbursement for travel and dependent care for in-person meetings attended. The Board currently meets virtually by video- and teleconference the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM. When in-person meetings resume in the future, the Board will meet at the Mid-County Regional Services Center, 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton.
Contact: Beth Gochrach, 240-777-2528
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Thank You Message | Wheaton Arts Parade, Yarn Bomb |
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The Mid-County Regional Service Center is grateful for all of the hard work of the Wheaton Arts Parade Yarn Bomb group and their dedication to public art in the Wheaton Urban District.
Recently, an incident required them to replace various panels along the walkway to the Wheaton Metro and this group came together quickly to ensure the community continued to have access to this beautiful public art. You can learn more about this group including how to get involved by visiting www.wheatonartsparade.org/yarnbomb.
We also encourage community members to help us protect our public art and report any incidents you witness to the police by calling:
- 9-1-1 only for emergencies,
- 301-279-8000 only to report non-emergencies, and
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3-1-1 for general Montgomery County government information.
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You can also follow @WheatonMD on social media to see the latest updates and concert schedules. |
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MCPS Back to School Fair on Saturday, August 27th |
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Are you interested in learning
how to be an advocate for your community?
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The CAI is a FREE program that includes monthly workshops featuring guest speakers, activities to practice advocacy skills, and networking opportunities. Applicants must be Montgomery County residents with a combined household income of $60,000 or less. This is a bilingual program in English and Spanish.
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Aplique hoy al Instituto de Abogacia de la Comunidad (CAI)!
El CAI es un programa GRATUITO que incluye talleres mensuales con presentadores invitados, actividades para practicar habilidades de abogacía, y oportunidades para establecer contactos. Los solicitantes deben ser residentes del condado de Montgomery con un ingreso familiar combinado de $60,000 o menos. Este es un programa bilingüe que se presentará en inglés y español.
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Adult Bike Classes
Click on the banners below to learn more and Register.
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A Message from County Executive Marc Elrich |
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Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich attended this week’s graduation ceremonies for the County Police Academy and talks about how the new officers will impact public safety. He also addresses the decision by the Federal government to delay action on the Governor's plans for I-270 and I-495. He is enthusiastic about the County’s participation in the ‘Urban Heat Mapping Initiative.’ He reports cases of COVID-19 remain elevated, but there is good news in that the County now has access to the new Novavax vaccines. The County Executive will be attending the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair, which begins Aug. 12 and runs through Aug 20, and he hopes many residents will experience the celebration of Montgomery’s agriculture.
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Information Updates and Events |
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Thrive 2050 Racial Equity and Social Justice Community Forum
Join us for a community conversation at the Thrive 2050 Racial Equity and Social Justice Community Forum on Tuesday, August 16! We will gather community input to understand better how past policies have impacted vulnerable and historically marginalized communities in Montgomery County and what needs to be put in place going forward to ensure a more just and equitable future for those communities.
Feedback from engagement activities will assess the strengths and weaknesses of the current planning process and develop new recommendations on how to improve Thrive 2050 and center issues of Racial Equity and Social Justice and will influence future land use, transportation, social, and economic decisions. Register Here
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‘Maryland Tax-Free Week’ Will Be Aug. 14-20, with No State Sales Tax on Clothing or Shoes Under $100 and the First $40 on Backpacks |
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“Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week” will return from Aug. 14-20—just in time for back-to-school shopping. Read more.
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School Supplies Will Be Available Free at ‘Back to School Giveaway’ on Saturday, Aug. 27,
at Fairland Recreational Park
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Students in need of school supplies can get free items on Saturday, Aug. 27, at the “Back to School Giveaway” at Fairland Recreational Park in Fairland. The event, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., is open to all. Read more.
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Virtual Hearing on the Proposed Abandonment of Right-of-Way on Kensington Boulevard in Wheaton to be Held on Thursday, Aug. 25 |
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On Thursday, Aug. 25 starting at 1 p.m., the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a virtual public hearing on the proposed abandonment of a portion of the public right-of-way on Kensington Boulevard from East Avenue towards Veirs Mill Road in Wheaton. This hearing was postponed from Tuesday, Feb. 22. The public will have an opportunity to provide written or oral testimony.
The applicant, managing member of Banc Realty, LLC, Dr. Bahram Nasehi, is seeking the abandonment of the public right of way to support the redevelopment of the surrounding area and prevent cut-through traffic from Veirs Mill Road through the 11300 Veirs Mill Road property parking lot. The right of way is approximately 70-feet wide, and 100-feet long from East Avenue to the petitioner’s property parking lot where the right of way dead ends.
Online registration is required by 5 p.m., Friday, Aug. 19 to attend. On the morning of the hearing, an electronic invitation to participate in this hearing will be emailed to you. Testimony and information provided will become a matter of public record. Those who previously registered to attend the hearing are not required to re-register.
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The Montgomery County Department of Police cordially invites you to attend our
Centennial Black Tie Gala
to help us celebrate and honor 100 years of service to Montgomery County.
Date: October 21st, 2022
Location: North Bethesda Marriott and Conference Center
Time: Cocktail Hour 7pm – 12am
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August 12, 2022
8:30 PM- Free Outdoor Film, In the Heights (rescheduled due to weather)
August 13, 2022
August 14, 2022
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Annual Montgomery County Agricultural Fair to be Held Over Nine Days from Aug. 12-20 |
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The annual Montgomery County Agricultural Fair will be held over nine days for Aug. 12-20 at the Montgomery County Agricultural Center fairgrounds in Gaithersburg. Read more.
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Registration for County Recreation’s Fall Programs Will Begin on Monday, Aug. 15 |
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The hot weather likely has most people thinking of summer activities, but for Montgomery County Recreation, it is time to start addressing cooler days, pumpkins and fall fun. Registration of County Recreation’s fall programs and activities will begin at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 15. Read more.
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African American Health Program to Host Aug. 13 'Right from the Start' Event That Will Focus on Support for Black Children and Families |
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Residents are invited to attend the free “Right from the Start” health event focused on support for Black children and families, from preconception through early childhood, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 13, at the White Oak Community Recreation Center. Read more.
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Montgomery Planning Releases Pedestrian Master Plan’s Draft Design, Policy, and Programming Recommendations |
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Montgomery Planning has released the first draft of the countywide Pedestrian Master Plan and is seeking public comments, officials announced here.
The recommendations vary from physical infrastructure improvements to changing driver behavior and are intended to support elected officials and county departments in their work.
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Applications for Retail Business Rental Assistance Grants Open on Sept. 1, with Webinars to be Held Tuesday, Aug. 16, and Friday, Aug. 19 |
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For more information, visit their website or read more here. |
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Neighborhood Events Matching Funds Grant Program |
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The Montgomery County Government established the Neighborhood Events Matching Funds Grant Program (NEMF) to promote community engagement, encourage capacity building, networking, and stimulate the local economy. This program is administered by the five Regional Service Offices. Neighborhood organizations, block groups, tenant associations, civic clubs, and other community groups that are active and in good standing may apply for funds to hold events and activities by completing this application. Click on the banner below to apply and for more details.
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Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is Accepting Applications
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 below on flyers to retrieve forms
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FREE Consultations for your immigration case
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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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Preregistration Survey Now in Place for Monkeypox Vaccines, but in Limited Supply
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Monkeypox continues to be an infection of growing concern in Montgomery County and around the nation. Montgomery County has a limited supply of monkeypox vaccine and has established a new preregistration survey to identify residents who are interested in receiving a vaccination and are at risk for having been exposed to monkeypox in the previous four to 14 days. Read more.
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The Facts About Monkeypox
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COVID-19 Remains a Community Concern and County Continues to Distribute
Free Vaccines, Rapid Test Kits and Masks
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Montgomery County had an average of about 50 cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 people at this time last year. For the last several weeks, the County is averaging more than 200 reported cases per 100,000 residents. The County, like the national trend, is seeing reinfections in some residents and health officials say that natural immunity is not as strong as the immunity people get from vaccination and boosters. Read more.
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County Offering COVID-19 Vaccines to Children
6 Months to 5 Years
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Following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) full approval of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 6 months to 5 years, Montgomery County’s Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has started vaccinating this age group as vaccines are available. However, initial supplies are limited. Read more.
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Vaccinations clinics this Saturday, 13 and Sunday, 14 |
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Fourth Phase of COVID-19 Rent Relief Program: Previously Incomplete and New Applications Will Be Accepted |
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The fourth phase of Montgomery County’s COVID-19 rent relief program has reopened and is now accepting applications from eligible renters who either did not fully complete their previously submitted application or want to submit a new application for review. Read more.
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La cuarta fase del programa de Alivio de Renta del Condado del Condado del Montgomery ha vuelto a abrir y está aceptando aplicaciones para inquilinos elegibles que no hayan terminado la aplicación anterior or deseen someter una nueva aplicación para verificación. Leer más.
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Free At-home COVID-19 PCR Test Kits Available at Multiple Locations, But Which COVID-19 Test is Right for You? |
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Montgomery County residents have several ways to get tested
for COVID-19.
In-person PCR testing continues at multiple sites throughout the community. A schedule of testing locations can be found at the County’s website.
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Montgomery County Resources Available for Individuals and Families |
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Housing:
Mental Health:
Food:
Positive Youth Development:
Academic Support, Gang Prevention, Wraparound Services
Disponible en inglés y español
Summer slots are full, but Fall and school year positions are still open
Enroll through Recreation Department, Identity, Inc., Street Outreach Network, or one of the Youth Development Middle or High School Programs (RecXtra, Excel Beyond the Bell Middle and RecZone)
Arts:
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Our Community: Together & Connected |
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Click the banner above to check out the latest from the Wheaton and Kensington Chamber of Commerce Newsletter! |
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To check out the latest from Explore Kensington, click the banner above. |
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Volunteer Opportunities
At the link above, learn what volunteer opportunities there are for non-medical volunteers. Register if you're an organization that needs volunteers, and get useful guidance.
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Luisa F. Cardona
Director
MID-COUNTY REGIONAL SERVICE CENTER
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Mid-County Regional Office,
a service of Montgomery County Government
located at:
2425 Reedie Drive, 2nd Floor, Wheaton, MD 20902
Marc Elrich
Montgomery County Executive
Stay Connected! 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.
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