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County Guidance for Halloween
During COVID-19
Many families are modifying their Halloween plans in light of the COVID-19 health emergency. We anticipate that many households will simply choose not to participate in trick-or-treating activities due to the increased risk of interacting with others and the difficulty of ensuring there is no cross-contamination.
Montgomery County’s Office of Emergency Management has issued guidance for county residents regarding Halloween. Please click the link below to view this guidance:
https://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/Press_Detail.aspx?Item_ID=26894
Village residents—including ghosts and goblins—are reminded to avoid crowds this holiday and to always wear a mask when unable to maintain a social distance of at least six feet. Residents have organized alternate activities, which can be found on the Village’s listserv.
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Changing Clocks Twice a Year Are Good Reminders
to Change Batteries in Smoke and Carbon
Monoxide Alarms Safety—
And Here is How to Dispose of Those Batteries
Overnight this Saturday, everyone must turn back their clocks and watches one hour as most of the country goes to Eastern Standard Time and Daylight Saving Time ends for the year. The twice-annual time changes are good reminders to change batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to make sure they are always working in case of an emergency.
Disposing of those batteries—in fact, disposing of any batteries—is something that needs to be done properly. The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) wants all residents to know that batteries should not be placed in regular trash.
Improperly disposed batteries can cause fires in trash cans, on trash trucks and at the Shady Grove Processing Facility and Transfer Station. This applies to all batteries including:
- Dry cell and alkaline batteries
- Lithium batteries
- Lithium-ion batteries
- Nickel-cadmium batteries
- Lead acid (vehicle) batteries
- Uninterruptible power supplies (personal and network)
- Tool batteries
The household hazardous waste drop off area at the Transfer Station accepts all batteries, including alkaline batteries, for disposal. Lead acid and/or vehicle batteries can be dropped off for no charge.
Many retail locations accept batteries for disposal, although some may charge for disposal service.
It is important to transport batteries safely when they are headed for disposal, especially larger vehicle batteries. The safest methods of transporting batteries are to protect terminals by placing each battery individually into a plastic bag or by taping the ends with masking tape or another non-metallic tape.
When carrying small batteries in your pocket, do not mix them with coins and house keys.
Businesses and organizations can drop off batteries for a small fee through the County Ecowise Program from 1-5 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Shady Grove Transfer Station.
Businesses and organizations can register using Ecowise Online Application. Registration can be found at https://mcgmd.wufoo.com/forms/w1g80qjv1abb6y3/.
This video explains how to properly dispose of batteries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DuOQb4YHhXs&feature=emb_logo # # #
Media Contact: Cindy Pena, 202-875-1563
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Board of Managers Seeks Residents’ Feedback on Possible Adoption of the County’s Healthy Lawns Act
The Chevy Chase Village Board of Managers is seeking opinions and feedback from residents on a proposed new ordinance regarding the use of pesticides in lawn care. The Board mailed a letter to all Village households on October 19 outlining the proposal for adoption as recommended by the Village’s Environment & Energy Committee. Broadly, the Pesticide Law forbids the use of synthetic herbicides and other pesticides on lawns. The Board’s letter also referenced opposition to adoption of the Act from local representatives for the National Association of Landscape Professionals.
Note: The law does exempt chemicals used for the control of biting insects and disease vectors, such as mosquitos and ticks.
Click on the below link to view the letter and email ccv@montgomerycountymd.gov to provide feedback for the Board’s consideration.
https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=284
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Latest Presidential Election Information
The Chevy Chase Village Hall will NOT serve as an in-person polling site for the November 3 election; however, Village residents will be able to access early voting beginning this Monday, October 26 through November 2 at the nearby Jane E. Lawton Center in the Town of Chevy Chase or vote by mail by requesting a mail-in ballot that can be dropped off at any of the over 40 drop-off box locations.
Over 40 ballot drop box sites are confirmed at locations across the county, including one outside the main entrance to the Friendship Heights Village Center at 4433 North Park Avenue, which is the closest drop-off location to the Village, within walking distance to many Village households.
Please click on the below link for an overview of election information including the current list of ballot drop-off box locations and the list of approved early voting centers that can be accessed by all registered voters regardless of assigned precinct:
https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=846
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Outdoor Food and Diaper Drive
at the Village Hall
Sunday, November 8th
12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
If you would like another opportunity to provide aid to families in need, Village resident volunteers will be collecting non-perishable foodstuffs to benefit the Capital Area Food Bank, and packages of diapers and pull-ups to benefit Friendship Place. There will be bins placed outside along the benches near the sidewalk where you can kindly drop off donations.
Most needed items include beans, peanut butter, canned vegetables, pasta, cereal, protein bars, and canned chicken. Diapers and pull-ups of all sizes are appreciated. During the pandemic, household donations are important as ever- no donation is too small!
If anyone is available to assist the volunteers in transporting the donations, please send an email to ccv@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Please Note: the Village Hall remains closed to the public.
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Public Notice:
Virtual Community Meeting
Norwood Local Park Dog Park Project
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
VIRTUAL COMMUNITY MEETING to discuss a new dog park at Norwood Park
Montgomery Parks is hosting a community meeting on November 10, 2020 to discuss plans for a new dog park at Norwood Local Park.
Staff will review the dog park feasibility study and the concept plan which includes a dedicated, fenced area for dog exercise, separated small and large dog areas, and amenities such as a shade structure, seating, and water source.
WHEN: Tuesday, November 10, 2020
TIME: 7:00 - 8:30pm
WHERE: To join the online meeting, visit:
http://mcp-events.org/norwooddogparkmeeting
or listen live via phone by calling: +1 443-961-1463
Conference ID: 436 630 638#
Please visit the project web page for information. For additional information, contact Montgomery Parks.
Reference:
Norwood Local Park web page: https://bit.ly/2HvDjmC
Norwood Dog Park Project page: https://bit.ly/3jsfWI2
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Montgomery Parks, part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities.
Please contact the Program Access Office to request a disability accommodation.
E-mail:ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org. Phone: 301-495-2477 or Maryland Relay 1-800-735-3258
MNCPPC-MC Montgomery Parks | 2425 Reedie Drive | Wheaton, Maryland 20906 | 301-495-2595
www.MontgomeryParks.org
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Leaf Collection Reminders
The Public Works Department’s yearly leaf collection effort has begun and will continue as often as needed through December.
Each week, the leaf truck on the west side of the Village will begin on West Melrose Street and work south ending on Western Avenue; and the leaf truck on the east side will begin on East Irving Street working north and ending on Quincy Street. Leaves on each block in the Village should be collected once per week, weather permitting.
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Chevy Chase At HomeAn Aging-in-Place Village
Do you know that there’s an organization in your neighborhood that helps seniors remain in their own homes safely when they need help doing so? Chevy Chase At Home is a group of neighbors helping neighbors. Volunteers bring needed support to members with a smile. Even, or especially, during this time of the Covid 19 pandemic, the value of an engaged peer community cannot be overstated.
CC@H offers a rich program of affinity groups, continuing education, socialization, and exercise – all currently via Zoom, which actually makes it easier for many to participate.
Please consider whether you, a family member, a friend or neighbor might benefit from the help and sense of community that Chevy Chase At Home can provide. We welcome members and volunteers. Visit https://www.chevychaseathome.org/ for more information and applications.
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New Rates for Compost Collection
Join The Compost Crew Today!
The food-waste collection program in Chevy Chase Village continues to grow as the community looks for more ways to be conscientious consumers. We recently hit a milestone of 75 households who are recycling their food-waste with Compost Crew. As a result of increased participation, the price per household for Compost Crew’s convenient food-waste collection will now be $16 per month for the standard size bin- a 20% savings from the previous cost. The monthly cost for the larger 12-gallon bins has dropped to $20/month.
Pricing for existing customers will also reflect the new rates. Compost Crew will be in touch with residents who are already composting to share details of the new rates. To sign up for collection services, or if you have any questions about the program, please feel free to contact info@compostcrew.com or visit their website via the link below.
The Compost Crew Website
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Support the Nearby Farmer's Market in Section 3Bring cash or a check for the
Newly Launched “$5 for Food”
Donation Drive Benefiting the
Capital Area Food BankThe Farmers Market at Taylor St. and Brookville Rd. in Section 3 is open with ample parking at La Ferme restaurant. The market features only organic products sold in a COVID-compliant manner. Patrons must wear a mask and bring their own bag and pay by credit/debit card.
The market is open on Saturdays from 8-9 a.m. for seniors and other vulnerable individuals and opens for all patrons at 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (rain or shine). Neighbors visiting the market are encouraged to bring cash or a check for a food donation drive benefiting the Capital Area Food Bank.
Click on the below link for more details:
https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=816
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COVID-19 Operations Modification and Reminders
Click on the below link for the latest directives on access to the Village Hall and the status of non-essential staff as well as useful links for up-to-date information regarding COVID-19:
https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=810
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Join the Village Listserv on Groups.io
CCVillage (CCVillage@Groups.io), is the neighborhood mailing list (listserv) for residents of Chevy Chase Village. As residents continue to practice social distancing, CCVillage is a resource to allow neighbors to stay connected with one another other. For more information and to join, visit:
https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=806
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Are You Prepared?
It is important to be prepared for local weather emergencies. In order the assist residents in their preparedness, the Village in partnership with the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (OEMHS) offer a number of helpful tools, plans and free alerts to assist and keep you informed. Click on the below link to view this information:
https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=813
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Emergency Contact SheetEMERGENCY - 911
Chevy Chase Village Police
Non Emergency/24hrs - 301-654-7300
Montgomery County Police
Non Emergency/24hrs - 301-279-8000
Bethesda - Chevy Chase Rescue Squad - 301-652-0077
Chevy Chase Fire Dept
(Opposite Columbia Country Club) - 240-773-4707
Bethesda Fire Dept
(Wisconsin Ave and Bradley Blvd) - 240-773-4706
National Capital Poison Center
(George Washington University Hospital) - 800-222-1222
Utilities
Potomac Electric Power Company (PEPCO)
Emergency-Live wires down, power failure - 877-737-2662 Customer Service - 202-833-7500
Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission Emergency - 301-206-4002
Complaints, Leaks, Information - 301-206-4001
Washington Gas Emergency - 703-750-1400
Information & Customer Service - 703-750-1000
Comcast - 800-934-6489
Verizon - 800-837-4966
**A cut out sheet is also located on page two of the January 2019 Crier.
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