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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A Message from County Executive Marc Elrich |
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As we approach the 4th of July holiday weekend—a time when we should celebrate our nation and our freedoms—we are doing so in the dark shadow of recent Supreme Court rulings. This month has been one setback after another from the decades of progress we have made on civil rights, reproductive rights and public safety. These rights have been upended by the decisions of a right-wing, extremist dominated Supreme Court three of whom were appointed by a disgraced former president who lost the popular vote, but gained the presidency through our antiquated electoral college system. Perhaps no decision was more gut-wrenching than the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the first time ever that the Supreme Court has taken away a constitutional right. The ruling jeopardizes women, rolls back fundamental rights, and, ultimately, will significantly impact the health and life of many women in our country. Read more.
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County Offer COVID-19 Vaccines to Children Ages 6 Months to 5 Years, But Initial Supplies Will Be Limited |
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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.
Schedule an appointment here.
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Rental Assistance for County Residents |
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Eligible Montgomery County renters can soon apply for additional COVID-19 rent relief through the fourth phase of the County’s Rent Relief program, which provides financial assistance for tenants that have experienced a financial hardship due to the COVID-19 health crisis. Read more.
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Inquilinos elegibles en el Condado de Montgomery pronto podrán aplicar para alivio en renta por el COVID-19 mediante la cuarta fase del programa de Alivio en Renta del Condado, que provee asistencia financiera para inquilinos que han experienciado problemas financieros durante la crisis de salud del COVID-19. 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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Holiday Schedule for Independence Day on Monday, July 4 |
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The Montgomery County Government, and programs that impact County residents, will observe schedule and program changes for the formal observance of Independence Day on Monday, July 4. In some cases, services also will have schedule changes on Sunday, July 3. Read more.
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County to Host Fireworks Shows in Kensington on
Saturday, July 2, and in Germantown on Monday, July 4
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Montgomery County will host two Independence Day fireworks displays and family gatherings this year, one in Kensington on Saturday, July 2, and the other on Monday, July 4, in Germantown. Read more.
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Tickets for County Recreation’s Seven Outdoor Pools Now Available for Monday, July 4 |
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Tickets to Montgomery County Recreation’s seven outdoor pools this year are available online for pre-purchase. Tickets for the holiday on Monday, July 4, are now available. Tickets are available at a discounted rate of $5 per person. Read more.
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Community Block Party Returns on
Sunday, July 10 from 11:00AM to 4:00PM
Click on the banners below to see more.
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Latino Conservation Week Kick-Off Fiesta!
Saturday, July 16 | 5:00 - 10:00 PM
Wheaton Regional Park, 2000 Shorefield Rd. Wheaton, MD 20902
Click on the banners below to learn more.
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SHA Update | Resurfacing of University Boulevard West |
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MD193 (University Boulevard West) from MD185 (Connecticut Avenue) to MD586 (Veirs Mill Road) is being resurfaced. The work is part of a “area-wide” resurfacing project.
The work includes:
- Lane narrowing from 11 to 10 feet (traffic calming)
- Edgeline widening (traffic calming)
- Continental crosswalk markings (pedestrian safety upgrades)
- The potential for multimodal improvements in the future. (currently under engineering evaluation)
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‘Summer Reading Challenge’ at County Public Libraries Has Started, with Kick-Off Event on Saturday, June 18, at Rockville Memorial Library |
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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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Meet the Finalist:
Eric B. Ricks
on Tuesday, July 5th from 6:00 - 8:00PM
at Wheaton Streatery: Price Avenue & Elkin Street
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FREE Consultations for your immigration case
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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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2022 Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival Poster Contest
Winner is K.S. Brenowitz of Silver Spring
The sixth annual Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival poster will be based on the design submitted by K.S. Brenowitz, a Silver Spring resident and graphic artist. The contest was open to all residents of Montgomery County. Following their selection, Brenowitz worked with Wheaton Art Parade designer Josue Martinez of Corinto Gallery to apply the original design to the poster and for use on other promotional materials, including the T-shirt, for the event that will be held on Sunday, Sept. 25, in Downtown Wheaton. Read More
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League of Women Voters Primary Election Voters' Guide 2022 is Available!
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The League of Women Voters of Mo Co’s Voters’ Guide has candidate responses to questions asked by the non-partisan League. Use it to assist you in your decision-making process as you prepare to vote your mail-in ballot (if you applied for one), or at Early Voting Centers from July 7 to 14, or on Primary Election Day, July 19.
Four ways to get the Voters’ Guide:
1. Online at VOTE411.org – enter your address to see the candidates on your ballot and compare the their responses to our questions in English and Spanish.
2. On paper - distributed to Montgomery County facilities such as libraries, senior and community centers the week of June 13. This English version is shorter, due to space limitations.
3. On our website, lwvmocomd.org - printable Voters' Guide in English and Spanish in PDF format.
4. In El Tiempo Latino newspapers – Spanish version as an insert on June 17.
Voting Questions: Contact our VOTER HOTLINE, June 20 to July 19, 301-984-9585.
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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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