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UPDATE, 1/29/2021
Montgomery County Council Considers Re-Zoning in Communities Near Metro StationsRezoning Could Limit Municipal Zoning Authority and
Allow Multi-Family Dwellings and Increased Density in the Village
NEW Links to Templates for Individual Written Testimony
Earlier this month, we advised residents that Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando had introduced Zoning Text Amendment 20-07 (ZTA), which would allow owners of R-60-zoned properties located within 1-mile of a Metrorail station to build “Missing Middle” housing types, including duplexes, townhouses, and multi-family structures within the current R-60 lot coverage, building height, setbacks, minimum lot size and minimum parking requirements. Additional zoning flexibility is also proposed for R-60 zoned properties located within one-half mile of a Metrorail station, including exclusion from infill lot coverage limits and decreased minimum onsite parking requirements.
All of the properties in the Village are currently zoned R-60, which are residential lots with a minimum area of 6,000 square feet and a minimum width of 60 feet, creating a fairly dense housing pattern. The Village’s zoning authority to regulate building height, mass, setbacks, lot coverage, etc., is limited to single family zoning. If adopted, it is possible that this ZTA could eliminate or drastically decrease the Village’s existing zoning authority and our ability to regulate new buildings and changes to existing buildings in the Village. Additionally, the proposal could have impacts on stormwater runoff concerns in the Village (by reducing permeable surface area) and tree canopy (as the proposal seeks denser development).
Residents may view ZTA 20-07 on the council’s website at https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/COUNCIL/Resources/Files/zta/2020/ZTA%2020-07.pdf.
Important Dates: Planning Board and County Council Hearings
- The Planning Board’s Public Hearing is scheduled for February 4 (during its morning session, which begins at 9:00). The agenda can be viewed at https://montgomeryplanningboard.org/agenda-item/february-04-2021/ and the Planning staff’s report is now posted at https://montgomeryplanningboard.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/ZTA-20-07_Final.pdf. County residents may submit written testimony to the Planning Board via email to MCP-Chair@mncppc-mc.org. Written comments must be submitted no later than 12 noon on February 3.
- The County Council will hold its Public Hearing on February 11. County residents may submit written testimony to the County Council via email to county.council@montgomerycountymd.gov. Written comments must be submitted no later than February 9.
A coalition of affected municipalities and communities has provided template letters opposing the ZTA, which can be downloaded at the following links. The templates need not be used to provide comments to the Planning Board and County Council.Councilmember Jawando—who introduced the ZTA—has produced a “Fact Sheet” regarding the ZTA (and an accompanying “anti-rent-gouging” bill) that can be viewed online at: https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=870
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Updated: 1/29/2021
COVID-19 Vaccine InformationRegistration for Priority Groups 1A, 1B & 1C; Resident Survey ends Feb. 4; Links to Information from Montgomery County and Updates from the State of Maryland
MONTGOMERY COUNTY UPDATES AND INFORMATION
Registration for those who live or work in Montgomery County Who qualify in Groups 1A, 1B and 1C: The county’s preregistration has been opened to all those qualify in Groups 1A, 1B and 1C who live or work in the county. See the below graphic to understand who falls within these Priority Groups.
Qualified individuals must preregister before being able to make an appointment once doses become available. As the county receives more vaccine from the Maryland Department of Health, registered individuals will be contacted to schedule an appointment.
On January 28, County Executive Marc Elrich posted a blogpost (with video) to answer many questions regarding the county’s current vaccine administration: https://montgomerycomd.blogspot.com/2021/01/message-from-county-executive-marc_28.html |
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Community Survey: Montgomery County has launched an online survey to hear from residents and get an informed understanding of how residents feel about taking the COVID-19 vaccine. The survey is not scientific, but will help to identify any possible concerns residents may have about the vaccine. With a goal of vaccinating 75 to 80 percent of the community, County employees will use the feedback to address questions and to better reach communities hit hardest by COVID-19 and who have historically been apprehensive about trusting vaccines or medical research. The County plans to incorporate the feedback from the survey into its robust outreach plan and communications efforts to educate the public on the importance of taking the vaccine.
The survey is open through Feb. 4, 2021 and can be accessed at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSej7SN3eOD8Cxi-_1moVgPSAS6ITLe4WvkjvxeKaUhgHAs-fw/viewform
County Vaccination Information Website: To visit Montgomery County’s vaccination webpage, containing local-level information regarding vaccine administration, and a weekly summary of the number of vaccinations received by the county from the state, visit:
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/covid19/vaccine/
County Vaccine Text/Email Alerts: Montgomery County residents can sign up for email and text alerts with vaccine updates at:
https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MDMONTGOMERY/subscriber/new?topic_id=MDMONTGOMERY_437
STATE OF MARYLAND UPDATES AND INFORMATION
For the latest statewide vaccine information, visit Maryland’s COVID-19 vaccine webpage at:
https://covidlink.maryland.gov/content/vaccine/
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Village Adopts County Pesticide LawChapter 33b Restricts Chemical Pesticides on LawnsResidents should advise their lawn care contractors that this County law
has been adopted in the Village.
At its regular monthly meeting January 11, 2021 the Board of Managers voted unanimously to adopt the County Pesticide Law, Chapter 33b, of the County Code. The law went into effect within the Village on Monday, January 25. The law, which was enacted by the County in 2015, restricts the use of certain pesticides on private lawns, playgrounds, mulched recreation areas, and childcare facilities. Most synthetic pesticides to treat pests in lawns are also not allowed. Organic or minimum-risk pesticides are allowed for use on these areas. Exceptions are made for the treatment of biting and stinging insects (including treatment for mosquitoes).
The purpose of the law is to protect the public health and welfare and to minimize the potential pesticide hazard to people and the environment. In addition to potential harm to children and pets, the application of these chemicals contributes to pollution of water sources and is fatal to many beneficial insects and songbirds.
The Environment & Energy Committee has worked tirelessly over the last two years to raise awareness of the environmental hazards associated with chemical applications on residents’ yards. We encourage you to visit the committee’s webpage for more information on this topic.
https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/258/Environment-Energy-Committee
Additionally, the County offers many resources for practicing organic lawn care. Their extensive web pages highlight tips and tools for successful lawn care.
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/lawns/
Residents should advise your lawn care contractor that this County law has been adopted in the Village. It should not be a burden for any commercial lawn care company as the law has been in effect County-wide for over a year. The Village has merely joined neighboring municipalities by opting in to existing county legislation to protect children, pets and the environment.
Enforcement of this law will be handled by the County. Residents who seek to report a violation should contact the County by dialing 311. You may also file a report online via the following link: https://www3.montgomerycountymd.gov/311/Solutions.aspx?SolutionId=1-5ID8O7
Be sure to include in your report: - the date and time of the violation,
- any information on the pesticide used or the applicator,
- and the address.
Residents can download and print an informational flier produced by the county’s Department of Environmental Protection to provide to your landscape contractors at the following link: |
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Recording of the Community Relations Committee’s January 22 Speaker Series Event
Montgomery Municipal Cable (MMC) recorded and broadcast last week’s virtual Speaker Series event hosted by the Village’s Community Relations Committee with Leadership Now, a policy group advocating for Democracy. MMC has posted the video to their YouTube channel, available at the below link:
https://youtu.be/lU8vYbkHv_0
Special thanks to Village Community Relations Committee Chair Lance Patterson and Committee Member Amit Sevak for organizing this event.
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FY2022 Budget Work Session
The Village Board of Managers will hold a virtual work session to review the Village Manager’s draft budget for the fiscal year that begins on July 1, 2021 and ends on June 30, 2022.
Monday, February 22 at 7:30 p.m.
(this meeting will be held virtually)
The work session will be open to the public, although public comment will not be permitted until the public hearings on the budget in March and April. Additional work sessions may be scheduled as deemed necessary by the Board.
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State Highway Administration Commencing Third Phase of BRAC Intersection Improvements at Connecticut Avenue and Jones Bridge Road/Kensington Parkway
The State Highway Administration will commence the third phase of the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) intersection improvement project on MD 185 (Connecticut Ave) at Jones Bridge Road/Kensington Parkway. The project will begin in February 2021 and will continue through 2024.
Click on the below link for project information and to sign-up to attend a pre-construction informational virtual meeting on Wednesday, February 17 at 6:00 p.m.:
https://mdot-sha-md185-jones-bridge-rd-kensing-pky-mo5935870-maryland.hub.arcgis.com/
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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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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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