Get Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests Mailed to your Home
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days. Order your tests now so you have them when you need them.
Order Free At-Home Tests
Rapid antigen test kits are still being provided by the county at public library locations across the county. Click on the below link for the schedule and additional information:
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/covid19/testing/rapid-tests.html
Montgomery County Continues Rapid Test Kit DistributionDistribution of N95 Masks Begins January 21
Montgomery County is continuing to provide COVID-19 antigen rapid test kits at public libraries across the county. Beginning January 21, these sites will also offer N95 masks for adults.
For more information, locations and hours, click on the below link:
https://montgomerycountymd.gov/covid19/testing/rapid-tests.html
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Town of Chevy Chase’s Climate & Environment Committee Welcomes Neighbors to a Webinar
Discussing the Climate Crisis and
Environmental Justice Act
The Town of Chevy Chase's Climate & Environment Committee is hosting a Zoom webinar on February 3, 2022 from 6:30-8:00PM to provide Town residents and other nearby communities and organizations with information about the Maryland Climate Crisis and Environmental Justice Act, a bill that has been pre-filed for the 2022 Maryland legislative session. Representatives from Climate XChange will update us on this important bill. The Climate Crisis and Environmental Justice Act plans for our already changing climate by placing an incrementally rising fee on fossil fuel to send a market signal to businesses; reduce pollution; create revenue for vulnerable populations, and build the infrastructure we need for a new green economy across the state including in our County and Town. If you or someone you know is interested, please use this link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8rYrzt4AQ1yazeAOzVGPtw
Thank you to our neighbors in the Town of Chevy Chase for extending this invitation.
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SAVE THE DATE: Village’s Annual Paper Shredding EventSaturday, April 23
10:00 a.m. - Noon Village Hall Driveway Loop off of Laurel Parkway.
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Thrive Montgomery 2050 Listening Sessions
The County’s Citizen Advisory Boards (CAB) have been holding listening sessions on the Thrive Montgomery 2050 General Plan. Please use the following information to join the Western Montgomery CAB meeting on January 27 at 7:00pm:
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer or mobile app
Click here to join the meeting
Or call in (audio only)
+1 443-692-5768,,305946396# United States, Baltimore
Phone Conference ID: 305 946 396#
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SAVE THE DATE: Blood Drive at the Village HallFriday, February 18 from 10A to 3PM
The American Red Cross has declared a "National Blood Crisis" and is facing its worst blood shortage in over a decade. Many centers have only one day's worth of blood stocks to offer hospitals.
The American Red Cross will be at the Chevy Chase Village Hall to accept your life saving blood donation on Friday, February 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pre-registration is required, and a link to register will be included in an upcoming weekly blast email.
-This event is being organized by the Village’s Community Relations Committee
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Technology Makes it Easy for Someone to
Track Your Every MoveApple Airtags can be used to find your missing car keys—or to track you
Recently, a resident alerted Chief Fitzgerald to an article about how Apple AirTags have been used by persons to stalk their unwitting victims (often following the break-up of a domestic relationship).
AirTags are small, coin-sized devices that transmit their location—very precisely—to the owner’s iPhone. AirTag owners often attach the devices to important items such as car keys or purses so that, when the item is misplaced, the owner can use their iPhone to find the item. This is the ‘good’ side of these devices.
On the other hand, these same devices can be used diabolically to track or stalk someone. A person with bad intentions can simply slip an AirTag into a victim’s car, purse or backpack and track the victim’s whereabouts around the clock. This is the ‘bad’ side of such devices.
The links below will take you to articles explaining how AirTags work, how you can determine if an AirTag is tracking you, and what steps you might take to prevent this from happening to you.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2021/05/05/apple-airtags-stalking/
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/apple-airtags-can-be-used-to-track-you-how-to-protect-yourself/
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FY2023 Budget Work SessionThe Village Board of Managers will hold a virtual work session to review the Village Manager’s draft FY2023 budget (fiscal year begins on July 1, 2022 and ends on June 30, 2023) on Wednesday, March 23 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 during the Board’s regular meetings in March and April. Additional work sessions may be scheduled as deemed necessary by the Board.
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Montgomery County Council Approves Amended Board of Health Regulation to Continue Indoor Masking until January 31 to Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19
Click on the below link to view the Press Release and to access the amended Board of Health Regulation:
PRESS RELEASE
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Christmas Tree DisposalPlease remove all ornaments and lightingAs part of the regular yard debris pick-up Public Works staff will collect trees, natural wreath and garlands left at the curbside. Please remove all ornaments and lighting. The trees are recycled into mulch and any wires left on the trees will damage the chipping equipment. Wire-framed wreaths and wire-strung garland should be disposed of in the regular trash.
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Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Now Banned in the Village The ban on the use of gas-powered leaf blowers went into effect January 1, 2022. The Village Board approved the ban (which also went into effect in the District of Columbia on January 1) in December 2019 citing the adverse environmental, human health (principally for the equipment operator) and quality of life impacts resulting from the use of gas-powered leaf blowers. These impacts were highlighted in a report from the Village Environment & Energy Committee, dated August 15, 2019, which can be viewed on the committee’s page on the Village website.
Residents and landscapers are reminded that all blowers operated within the Village remain subject to Montgomery County’s Noise Ordinance. The county’s Noise Ordinance states that “a person must not...use a leaf blower at any time that has an average sound level exceeding 70 dBA at a distance of 50 feet.” Additionally, the simultaneous use of multiple leaf blowers that are compliant with the 70 bDA limit can create noise of a sufficient level to qualify as a violation and/or noise disturbance.
If a blower seems loud, it may be in violation. Residents are encouraged to report blowers that are suspected to be in violation to the Village Communications Center. A Village officer will be dispatched to confirm whether the blower(s) are being operated in compliance with Village and county regulations. First time confirmed violators will receive a warning and guidance for operating legally.
Residents are responsible for discussing these restrictions with your yard maintenance crews.
To view the county’s leaf blower notice, visit: https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=912. Click here to review the Montgomery County Noise Ordinance and the provisions pertaining to leaf blowers (Section 31B-9).
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PCR COVID-19 TestingTesting Sites Available through the County, State and Private Facilities
Various facilities across the county and state are providing COVID-19 testing for those exhibiting symptoms as well as testing for those who may be asymptomatic and need to be tested for clearance/travel purposes.
To view available testing sites in the county (county government operated and private), visit:
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/covid19/testing.html
To view available testing sites provided by the State of Maryland, visit:
https://coronavirus.maryland.gov/pages/symptoms-testing
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WSSC Billing ConcernsResident Response Options
Numerous residents have indicated that their more recent quarterly WSSC water bill has been considerably higher than normal. If you feel there may be an issue with your own bill, WSSC has recommended that residents reach out to the WSSC Customer Advocate for our area, Mr. Brandon Stewart (Brandon.Stewart@wsscwater.com). WSSC indicates WSSC can perform an evaluation of the meters, service lines and billing history for the specific properties as these requests are received. WSSC is not able to perform a community-wide assessment and must respond to individual reports of billing errors.
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NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF A CHARTER RESOLUTIONNotice is hereby given that, pursuant to Article XI-E of the Constitution of Maryland, §4-304 et seq. of the Local Government Article, Annotated Code of Maryland and the Charter of Chevy Chase Village, the Chevy Chase Village Board of Managers on December 13, 2021, duly adopted Resolution No. 11-01-21 (Charter Amendment No. 21-1) to amend Section 301 of the Chevy Chase Village Charter to change the date on which elections are held, change the date by which a petition for candidacy must be filed and the extension date for filing, authorize an election ballot to be mailed to all registered voters in the Village, allow the ballots to be voted through the mail, deposited in a drop box, or submitted in person on the day of the election, set the date by which a ballot must be received, and to make conforming changes.
This amendment shall become and be considered a part of the Chevy Chase Village Charter on February 1, 2022, unless properly petitioned to referendum in a manner prescribed by law on or before January 22, 2022. A complete copy of the Resolution and Charter Amendment can be obtained from Shana Davis-Cook, the Village Manager, at 5906 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815 and is available online at:
https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4204/ReslNo_11-01-21_Charter-Amendment-21-1-Elections_FINAL
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Updated: 12/10/2021
COVID-19 Vaccine InformationBooster Eligibility Expanded to 16 Years and Up (Pfizer only for 16- and 17-year-olds)
COVID-19 vaccinations for individuals age 5 and up remain available across the state and county. Clinics are also providing third/booster doses for eligible individuals.
UPDATE AS OF 12/9/2021: The Maryland Department of Health has issued a new bulletin (eff. 12/9/2021) directing all providers to administer upon request a booster dose of any FDA approved or authorized COVID-19 vaccine to individuals 18 years and older who completed a primary series of Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least six months ago AND to administer upon request a booster dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to individuals 16 and 17 years old who completed a primary series of Pfizer-BioNTech.
Individuals who received a primary series of the Janssen/Johnson & Johnson (J&J) COVID-19 vaccine at least two months ago continue to be eligible for a booster dose.
State health officials continue to strongly recommend that the following individuals get a booster shot as soon as possible:
Individuals age 65 years and older
Individuals who live in long-term care settings, those who have underlying medical conditions, and those who work or live in high-risk settings or in communities with high transmission rates
The bulletin further emphasizes to providers that they may not turn away any individual requesting a booster dose.
Click on the below links for additional vaccine information:
Montgomery County: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/covid19/vaccine/
The county provides Free Taxi Service to COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Sites for Seniors 65-and-Over and Residents with Disabilities.
State of Maryland: Visit covidvax.maryland.gov or call the state’s COVID-19 Vaccination Support Center at 1-855-MD-GOVAX (1-855-634-6829).
Retail pharmacies are also providing vaccinations at locations across the state. To access scheduling information through the state’s website (search by zip code), visit: https://maryland.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/nearby/index.html?appid=0dbfb100676346ed9758be319ab3f40c
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Support the Nearby Farmer's Market in Section 3- updated January 21, 2022
Bring cash or a check for the “$5 for Food” Donation Drive Benefiting the
Capital Area Food Bank
NNEW WINTER HOURS! The Farmers Market in Section 3 is open through the third week in March 2022 (and will resume at the beginning of May 2022). Located at Taylor St. and Brookville Rd. with ample parking at La Ferme restaurant, the market features organic products sold in a COVID-compliant manner. Patrons must wear a mask, bring their own bag and pay by credit/debit card.
Winter Hours: The market is open on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (rain or shine).
NOTE: If you are driving to the Farmers Market, please park in the La Ferme parking lot and NOT by the Brookville Market to leave sufficient parking for the retail shops along Brookville Rd.
Click on the below link for more details:
Click on the below link for more details:
Section 3 Farmer's Market Information
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Marylanders Can Receive a Digital Version of their COVID-19 and Other Vaccination Records
Marylanders who were vaccinated in the state can now receive a digital copy of their vaccination record on the website ImmuNet. This website makes it easier for those who have misplaced their COVID-19 vaccine records.
The website is free and secure to use and is used by healthcare providers in the state to maintain the vaccination records of Marylanders of all ages. Records for people who received their vaccination outside of the state are not included on the website.
To receive your vaccination records on the website, you’ll have to register and follow the directions to confirm your identity and then link your official vaccine records with your account. If your vaccination records appear incorrect, you should contact your healthcare provider.
The CDC does not currently have a database with COVID-19 vaccination records.
-Article courtesy of Montgomery Community Media
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Montgomery County’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security Offers Tips to Prepare for the Winter Storm Season
Click on the below link to view a press release from the county's Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security with tips for winter storm readiness: Press Release
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Catalytic converter theft is on the rise nationallyWhat is it and how can I prevent it?
Click on the below link to read an article from Police Chief John Fitzgerald regarding the increase in catalytic converter thefts and what you can do to protect your vehicle: Catalytic Converter Theft
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Latex Paint Disposal PolicyEffective ImmediatelyWet latex paint is not hazardous waste. Cans should be left open to dry and then disposed of in your regular household trash. We are receiving an increase in requests for hazardous waste pickups including latex paint, which is not permitted. We have established a clear procedure for residents to follow. Click here to read the policy.
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Farmers Market in Friendship HeightsOpen Year-Round;
Within Walking Distance to the Village
Twin Springs Fruit Farm holds a fruit market in Friendship Heights year-round on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 4433 South Park Avenue (adjacent to the Friendship Heights Village Center). The market offers a variety of fruits, berries and vegetables based on their seasonal peak availability.
For more information regarding Twin Springs Farm and the market, visit: https://www.twinspringsfruitfarm.com/
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Local Goods Donation OrganizationsLooking to donate used items for general reuse or for use by those in need?
Looking to safely discard old papers?
Click on the below link to access a list of organizations accepting used items along with an organization that provides free paper shredding, year-round.
https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=921
Please refer to the listed organizations’ websites for changes in collection days/times and operations.
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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.
CC@H offers a rich program of affinity groups, continuing education, socialization, and exercise – many 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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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. Currently, over 80 Village households 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 is $16 per month for the standard size bin--a 20% savings from the previous cost. The monthly cost for the larger 12-gallon bins is $20/month.
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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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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