The Village Halloween
Party Returns!The Village is excited to announce that the parade of ghosts, goblins, witches, and more returns to the Village Hall on Thursday, October 27 from 5:30-7:00pm.
Put your costumes on and come by for some fun with games, indoor and outdoor activities (weather permitting), pizza and drinks, and of course, goodie bags! Hardy's BBQ truck will also be joining the party with food for purchase!
Volunteers are needed to help make this party extra special! If you or your teen would like to have some fun helping with the event, please contact the Village office by phone at 301-654-7300 or email to ccv@montgomerycountymd.gov. This event is eligible for SSL hours (students must provide their form).
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Update on Thrive Montgomery 2050
The Montgomery County Council is scheduled to adopt Thrive Montgomery 2050 during its meeting on Tuesday, October 25. Thrive Montgomery 2050 is the county’s General Plan that will establish the vision for the county’s future growth and encompasses broad, countywide policy recommendations for land use, zoning, housing, the economy, equity, transportation, parks and open space, the environment, and historic resources.
The council has established a Thrive Montgomery 2050 resource page. The resource page now contains the Draft Thrive Montgomery 2050 Resolution, which shows the full council’s amendments to the Planning, Housing and Economic Development (PHED) Committee’s Draft of Thrive Montgomery 2050. In addition, an updated council Draft of Thrive Montgomery 2050 is available, which is a reader-friendly council draft of Thrive Montgomery 2050 based on the posted resolution.
Residents can view the council staff reports for the September 29, October 4 and October 11 meetings, view all the PHED Committee staff reports on Thrive Montgomery 2050 and watch each of the meetings on the council’s website.
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Safe Walking Habits—Walk on the Left Side of the Street!It’s the law—and you’ll be safer!
We often see residents walking in the streets of the Village. In order to increase pedestrian safety, please familiarize yourself with the below ‘rules of the road’ for pedestrians:
State law requires pedestrians to use the sidewalk where one is provided and otherwise available. Please use our sidewalks whenever you can.
When a sidewalk is absent (or its use is impractical for any reason) and pedestrians must walk on the roadway, state law requires that pedestrians walk on the left side of the street—facing oncoming traffic. It is not only the law, but it is common sense for your safety. When pedestrians walk on the right side of the street, they are defenseless and are putting their safety entirely in the hands of the driver approaching from behind. Walking on the left—facing oncoming traffic—enables the pedestrian to see cars as they approach and to move out of the way to avoid injury if the driver is inattentive. The ‘walk-on-the-left’ rule is especially important considering the near silence of electric cars and for those who listen to electronic devices as they walk which reduce a walker’s ability to hear and perceive approaching cars.
Finally, whenever you walk at dusk or in darkness (our days are growing shorter at this time of year), we urge you to wear reflective clothing or a personal safety light. These small flashing LED lights can be strapped to an arm or ankle, or clipped to a belt, backpack or jacket.
Please make safety a priority whenever you take a walk!
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Montgomery County Launches
New Climate Change Website
Montgomery County has unveiled a new climate change website: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/climate/.
Visitors can see the county’s climate progress, planning, partners, plans, reports, news, information, public resources and ways to everyone can get involved. Among the many interactive elements of the website is a calculator for individuals to estimate their carbon footprint. Students can engage with the website through the interactive youth climate education slides. Residents can learn how to adopt best practices for energy efficiency where they live and learn more about electric vehicles.
In June 2021, Montgomery County released its Climate Action Plan (CAP), a strategic plan to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions 80 percent by 2027 and 100 percent by 2035. The plan details the effects of the changing climate on the county and includes strategies to reduce GHG emissions and climate-related risks to residents, businesses and the built and natural environment. The county recently released its first Climate Action Plan Annual Report, a work plan detailing the Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) accomplishments and Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) plans to combat climate change.
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A Wider Circle Donation DriveDonations of new or gently used winter accessories (coats, hats, gloves, etc.) and non-perishable or long shelf-life nutritious food items are being accepted at the Village Hall through mid-December.
If you have large items, prefer to make a monetary donation, or need additional information, please contact A Wider Circle directly at 301-608-3504.
Sponsored by the Village's Community Relations Committee
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‘Walktober’ Events Promote Walking and Pedestrian Safety in Montgomery County Throughout OctoberThe Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is partnering with the State of Maryland and local municipalities to celebrate “Walktober” with a series of activities in October promoting the State’s official exercise: walking. The month-long campaign highlights the safety and health of pedestrians. Walktober also highlights the importance of County pedestrian infrastructure projects.
MCDOT will be hosting a series of outreach events throughout the county designed to highlight the importance of walking. Walktober events will include: - Pedestrian Safety Outreach. The SRTS team will be at various locations throughout the month to promote pedestrian and bicycle safety and talk with residents about recent safety improvements, including infrastructure projects and pedestrian hybrid beacons. View details on the calendar here.
MCDOT aims to improve walkability by making improvements in pedestrian safety so that walkers and bikers get to their destinations safely.
For more information on MCDOT programs and services visit montgomerycountymd.gov/mcdot, follow @MCDOTNow on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and subscribe to MCDOT’s “Go Montgomery!” newsletter. |
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October Is Celebrated as
‘Energy Action Month’ With Many Events to
Inspire Going Electric and Lowering Energy Costs
October is “Energy Action Month” and Montgomery County, in collaboration with the Montgomery Energy Connection network, is celebrating this year with the theme “Electrify Everything” to focus on going electric inside and around the home.
The County’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Montgomery County Recreation, the Department of Health and Human Services, Montgomery County Public Libraries and community partners are working together to provide opportunities and information to move to electric energy and lower energy costs.
Throughout the month of October, DEP will be hosting and supporting dozens of Energy Action Month events including lightbulb exchanges, food demonstrations and webinars.
For more information on the events and activities celebrating Energy Action Month, go to https://mygreenmontgomery.org/2022/electrify-everything/ .
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Fall Leaf Season Reminder:
Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers are
Banned in the VillageResidents clearing fallen leaves should remind their contractors of the Village's ban on the use of gas-powered leaf blowers. This will be the first leaf collection season since the ban went into effect, January 1, 2022.
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 dBA limit can create noise of a sufficient level to qualify as a violation and/or noise disturbance.
Residents are responsible for discussing these restrictions with their yard maintenance crews. Click here for more information.
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COVID Vaccines, Testing, and MasksEveryone 12 and Older Eligible for
Bivalent Booster Shot
Single-dose bivalent boosters for COVID-19 are now widely available. Federal and state health officials recommend that everyone 12 and older get this updated shot from Pfizer for individuals age 12 years and older and from Moderna for individuals age 18 years and older.
Find a vaccine provider at covidvax.maryland.gov or call 1-855-MDGOVAX (1-855-634-6829) to make an appointment.
The Village continues to provide rapid (antigen) test kits and N95 masks. Village residents may stop by the Village office to pick-up up masks and test kits. Read more about mask and test distribution at the Village Hall and other means of accessing COVID-19 tests.
The rapid COVID test kits distributed by the Village are manufactured by iHealth. In July, the FDA extended the expiration date printed on the iHealth boxes by an additional three months. To confirm the applicable expiration date for your test kit, visit https://ihealthlabs.com/pages/news.
Montgomery County offers free COVID-19 testing and urges those doing at-home tests to report their results.
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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 95 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 the Compost Crew website.
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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.
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Section 3 Farmers Market
Located at Taylor Street at Brookville Road with ample parking at La Ferme restaurant, the market features locally sourced organic products.
The market is open on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (rain or shine). The Market has designated 9:00-9:30 a.m. for vulnerable customers, then 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for all!
Don’t forget to bring a $5 (or more!) donation to support Section 3’s “$5 for Food” donation drive benefiting the Capital Area Food Bank.
NOTE: If you are driving to the Farmers Market, please park in the rear of the La Ferme parking lot and NOT by the Brookville Market to leave sufficient parking for the retail shops along Brookville Rd. Click here for more information.
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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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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 to access a list of organizations accepting used items along with an organization that provides free paper shredding, year-round.
Please refer to the listed organizations’ websites for changes in collection days/times and operations.
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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. CCVillage is a resource to allow neighbors to stay connected with one another other. Click for more information and to join the listserv.
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Are You Emergency 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 to view emergency preparedness information.
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