MDOT Workshop on Beltway Sprawl Plan - July 24

As you may be aware, Governor Hogan has proposed adding toll lanes to I-270 and I-495 to "reduce congestion." Aside from the fact that widening roads doesn't decrease traffic, this multi-billion dollar outlay would be better directed to improving service in existing high capacity networks such as MARC train, Metro rail and bus, and regional bus. Let's make existing things better and more useful before building new things (especially new things that don't work, like new lanes on highways).

MDOT is hosting a series of workshops that is one of the first opportunities for the public to weigh in. From https://495-270-p3.com/your-participation/upcoming-events/ -

MDOT SHA is hosting a series of public workshops in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties to present:

• Study status and schedule;
• Purpose and Need summary;
• Preliminary Range of Alternatives developed from the scoping process; and
• Screening Criteria to evaluate the alternatives

The meeting formats will include static board displays, scheduled general presentations, and small working group tables. The general presentations will occur at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and last approximately 30 minutes. The boards and small working group tables will be available throughout the meeting with technical staff available for discussion of comments and questions. Alternative descriptions and simple graphics featuring typical details of the potential improvements will be presented. Environmental and property information will not be available at this stage of the study.  A virtual workshop will also be available on the program website 495-270-p3.com starting July 17, 2018.

Tuesday, July 24, 2018
Central High School
200 Cabin Branch Road
Capitol Heights, MD 20743

Citizen Organized Town Hall Meeting July 21, 2018

This has been circulating within Mount Rainier, passing it on without comment:

 Join your neighbors. Plan to attend the Mount Rainier Citizens Town Hall Meeting. Saturday, July 21, 2018 at the Nature Center, from 11-1. This meeting is sponsored by Concerned Citizens of Mount Rainier and will be moderated by the League of Woman Voters. Our City Manager, all City Councilmembers, and officials are invited to join. Please bring your questions, concerns, recommendations and solutions. If you are a community activist/representative please support this initiative. We have a awesome opportunity to grow together! Thanks in advance.

MOUNT RAINIER COMMUNITY

TOWN HALL MEETING

                           

Please Join Your Neighbors

When:                  Saturday, July 21, 2018

Time:                    11 am to 1 pm

Location:             Nature Center

         4701 31st Place       
Mount Rainier, MD 20712     

Our Community is rapidly evolving. Do you feel that your voice is heard by our elected officials? Is there accountability and are your taxes being spent with your input? Should Mount Rainier have a system in which major issues are put on a ballot for citizens to consider? Do you have experience as a community advocate/representative?

Please bring your concerns, recommendations and solutions.

Your Voice is Needed & Your Actions Matter

Sponsored by Concerned Citizens of Mount Rainier

Moderated by the League of Woman Voters

TONIGHT Tues July 10, 7pm @ City Hall - Community Coversation

Come Join Us For A Community Conversation Featuring The Police Department And Finance Department.

The Acting Police Chief and Officers Will Provide A Report To The Community And Engage In An Interactive Activity About Community Policing.

The Finance Director Will Report On “The State Of The City’s Finances” And A Presentation On Available City Tax Credits.

The City’s Social Service Coordinator Will Offer A Presentation On Available Resources For Seniors, Youth and Residents In Need.

We Invite You To Join Us For An Informative Evening At City Hall.

-Light Refreshments Will Be Served-