Thanksgiving Holiday Closings and Service Impacts

The Administrative staff will be offline and the Public Works Department will be closed on Thursday, November 26 in observance of Thanksgiving and minimal staff will be working on Friday, November 27. Leaf collection will be suspended on November 26-27. The Communications Center and Police Department remain staffed 24 hours a day.

For information regarding the county’s operations impacts due to the holiday, visit the below link:

https://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/Press_Detail.aspx?Item_ID=28151

Holiday Collection Schedule For Refuse and Recycling

Week Of Thanksgiving, November 23-28

CDC Guidance for Thanksgiving

The upcoming Thanksgiving holiday is the latest and possibly most difficult holiday that will be impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Centers for Disease Control has released guidance for Americans ahead of the holiday, which can be viewed by clicking on the below link:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays/thanksgiving.html

Maryland Department of Health Launches MD COVID Alert

The Maryland Department of Health has launched MD COVID Alert, the official COVID-19 Exposure Notifications Express system for the State of Maryland. The alert system uses Bluetooth Low energy technology to quickly notify users who might have been exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19 with the goal of reducing infections in Maryland. Click here to view the press release:

https://health.maryland.gov/newsroom/Pages/Maryland-Department-of-Health-launches-MD-COVID-Alert.aspx

Smartphone users must choose to opt-in to the alert system. IPhone and Android smartphone users should have already received a push notification for the new alert system. If you are interested in joining or to learn more about the system, visit:

https://covidlink.maryland.gov/content/mdcovidalert/

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

Montgomery County’s Department of

Environmental Protection Encourages Greener Gifting This Holiday Season with a ‘Gift Outside the Box’

Much of the holiday season will be different this year, including gift giving. Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and partners are encouraging people to gift greener this holiday season by supporting local businesses and reducing their carbon footprint with the annual “Gift Outside the Box” campaign.

For the fourth consecutive year, the Gift Outside the Box campaign brings together County agencies and community organizations to promote environmentally friendly gift giving. The holiday campaign again will focus on five areas:

Buy Local: Help support County and State businesses by purchasing locally made products. Look for the “MoCo Made” label at Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) or other retail stores.
Gift Experiences: No need for a box when the gift features event tickets, Montgomery Recreation classes, music lessons and time in nature and at parks.
Gift Greener: If you want to purchase brand new items, make sure that they encourage green living and, when possible, help people lower their utility bills. Consider LED lightbulbs, smart thermostats and reusable materials such as water bottles, metal straws and cloth napkins.
Give Back: Among the most appreciated gifts are donations to local charities in the name of a family member or friend. Also, consider setting aside time to spend with friends and family by volunteering together.
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle: Reduce waste by buying gifts made from recycled or reused materials, regift items not used from last year and recycle all of paper (minimize wrapping all together by using reusable gift bags and cloth).

“The difficult times created by this pandemic gives us an opportunity to think about supporting our local businesses as a way to give greener this holiday season,” said DEP Director Adam Ortiz. “DEP and our partners are challenging residents to reduce waste by thinking differently about how they shop for and give gifts. Together, we can reduce waste, save energy and build a strong local economy.”

As a result of the COVID-19 health, DEP will host a series of new virtual events to highlight ways residents can gift outside the box this holiday season.

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle: Wednesday, Nov. 18, 10-11 a.m.
Gift Greener: Thursday, Dec. 3, 5:30-7 p.m.
Gift Experiences: Monday, Dec. 7, 4-5 p.m.
Buy Local: Tuesday, Dec. 8, 5:30-7 p.m.
Give Back and Give Thanks: Wednesday, Dec. 16, 5-6 p.m.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, household waste in the U.S. increases an average of 25 percent between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day. Wrapping paper, decorations, packaging and leftover food (and sometimes even gifts) often do not last long and end up in the waste stream.

More information about the most sustainable ways to give for the holidays is available at the Gift Outside the Box website at https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dep/gift-greener.html.

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Media Contact: Cindy Pena, 202-875-1563

Residents Asked to Support Annual
Leaf Collection Operations

The annual leaf collection operation is in full swing, however, our Public Works crews need your support to ensure a safe and efficient collection. Below are some reminders for residents and their visitors to assist us with a safe and efficient collection:

Avoid parking on the street—with many residents continuing to telework, there are more parked cars along the streets than our crews normally encounter. These parked cars make it difficult for our large leaf trucks to navigate narrow streets and can prevent access to the block by other drivers when the crew is actively working in a block. Whenever possible, please avoid parking on the street to allow ample access for our leaf collection trucks.
Do not park on or near leaf piles—our crews will not attempt to collect leaf piles located too close to parked cars to avoid possibly damaging the vehicles. Whenever possible, crews will attempt to contact vehicle owners to have the vehicles moved, but doing so can slow down the collection process. If a vehicle cannot be moved promptly, crews will continue their route and will not return until the following week.
Please be patient—we understand that it can be frustrating to get stuck behind the leaf collection crews, but we ask for your patience as we perform this annual service for the community. If you are attempting to travel through a block where a crew is working, we ask you to turn around and go a different way; DO NOT attempt to squeeze pass the truck. It can take time to collect the large leaf piles along a block and the truck cannot move out of the way of drivers attempting to get through.

We aim to provide weekly collection from every household. The schedule can be impacted by various factors including weather, equipment and vehicle issues, and personnel absences (a heightened possibility during the pandemic). By heeding these reminders, we can work together to ensure a smooth and efficient collection. For additional information regarding the annual leaf collection, please see the below article.

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.

Note: Leaf piles MUST be separated from other yard waste. The sticks and other debris damage the leaf vacuum. Leaves are collected by a different crew and the leaves obscure the alternate crew’s ability to see and collect the yard waste.

Click on the below link for other reminders for residents and their contractors to assist Village crews to assure a safe and efficient leaf collection operation:

https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=845

Chevy Chase At Home

An 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.

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

Support the Nearby Farmer's Market in Section 3

Bring cash or a check for the
Newly Launched “$5 for Food”
Donation Drive Benefiting the
Capital Area Food Bank

The 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

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

Sign-Up for Montgomery County’s COVID-19 Updates

Montgomery County is continuously pushing out useful information and updates related to the COVID-19 health emergency. Please visit the below site to sign-up for the county’s COVID-19 updates:

https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MDMONTGOMERY/signup/14849

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

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

Emergency Contact Sheet

EMERGENCY - 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

or visit the website at Pepco.com/Outages/ReportanOutage
to report their outage and receive restoration information.

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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