County Police Announce a 
Catalytic Converter Etching Event
Saturday, March 25 and Sunday, March 26 

(pre-registration required)

Catalytic converter theft has become a serious issue in our region, including here in the Village. To help combat this theft trend, the Montgomery County Department of Police is partnering with local dealerships and mechanics to provide FREE catalytic converter etching and painting to Montgomery County residents. 

 This chemically etched identification number will be retained in the county police database and a national database in case of theft. The bright painting and window cling decal will be a deterrent to would-be thieves and a notification to those considering purchasing these stolen converters that this is now traceable. 

 For Village residents, appointments can be made by contacting the 2^nd district Community Operations Unit by calling 240-773-6727. More dates and locations will be added in the coming weeks with expanding scheduling options. 

Public Comments Welcomed on the 
Draft FY 2024 Budget

The Chevy Chase Village Board of Managers held a work session on February 27 to review the proposed operating and capital budgets for the fiscal year that will begin on July 1, 2023 and end on June 30, 2024, as prepared by the Village Manager and staff. The Board will invite comments on the draft budget and tax rate during the second of two public hearings at its regular meeting on Monday, April 10. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. 
 
Copies of the budget summary and details are available on the Village website, and hard copies can be obtained at the Village office. Residents may submit written comments (c/o the Village office by email to ccv@montgomerycountymd.gov) in advance of the April 10 hearing.
 
Budget details, and the PowerPoint video recording of the Budget Work Session can be accessed by clicking on the below link: 

https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/401/Proposed-FY2024-Budget-CIP

A report from Board Treasurer Mr. Gary Crockett along with a summary of the proposed budget will be included in the April issue of the Crier. The Board’s second Public Hearing on the budget will be held during its Monday, April 10 meeting.  The FY2024 budget and tax rates will be adopted during the Village’s Annual Meeting, to be held Monday, April 17.

Historic Preservation Tax Credit

Village property owners who, during calendar year 2022, performed repairs, restoration, or preservation of exterior features on homes located within the Chevy Chase Village Historic District or on homes individually designated as a historic site may be eligible for both County and State historic preservation tax credits, but applicants must apply before April 1, 2023.

For more information about the Montgomery Planning Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program, visit their website: https://montgomeryplanning.org/planning/historic/tax-credit-program/

Montgomery County Survey on
 How to Expand and Improve EV Charging Infrastructure

Webinars Offered April 13-14

Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is asking residents to participate in a survey on how the county could expand and improve charging infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs).  As part of the initiative, DEP will hold webinars on Thursday, April 13, and Friday, April 14, to share details about the planning process and collect more input.

The survey, which will be open through May 15, is available at Montgomery County Community EV Charging Survey (surveymonkey.com).

To join the April 13 webinar, which will start at 7 p.m., go to Meeting Registration - Zoom. To join the April 14 webinar, which will start at noon, go to Meeting Registration - Zoom.

Use this link to read the entire article on the Montgomery County website, or click on the linked image above.  https://montgomerycomd.blogspot.com/2023/03/residents-asked-to-participate-in.html

Spring Toddler and Baby Music Classes

Registration Now Open

Meadowlark Music will begin its Spring 2023 Toddler and Baby Music classes on April 12*. The class has become so popular with community residents that a third class has been added.  Please click on the linked image below for the full registration form. 

*Space is limited for the 9:30 a.m. class. 

Access to COVID-19 Test Kits and N-95 Masks; 
 Vaccine Access & Information

In partnership with Montgomery County, the Village continues to provide COVID-19 rapid (antigen) test kits and N-95 masks at no charge.  Test kits are available at the Village Hall with a limit of two (2) boxes per person, per visit while supplies last.  

Residents can also obtain free rapid test kits at county libraries during regular operating hours. The nearest is the Chevy Chase Library, located at 8005 Connecticut Avenue, or go online to view the complete list of county library locations.  

For those who may prefer to receive them by mail, test kits are available to be delivered to your home by USPS through the federal distribution program by visiting https://www.covid.gov/tests or calling 1-800-232-0233 (limit one shipment per household).

The CDC recommends everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines and bivalent boosters for their age group:

1. Children and teens aged 6 months–17 years
2. Adults aged 18 years and older
3. People who are moderately or severely immunocompromised have different recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines.

To find COVID-19 vaccine locations, visit the  Maryland Department of Health website, or call 1-855-MDGOVAX (1-855-634-6829).   To view available testing sites in the county (government operated and private), visit: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/covid19/testing.html.

RainScapes Program Rebates

RainScapes is a landscape or design technique that helps reduce stormwater runoff from individual properties. From February 1 through March 31, the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection will accept online applications for rebates of up to $7,500 for RainScapes projects on residential properties .

Visit RainScapes.org for more information about the program and help in selecting and planning a project. Also see the FAQ page.

NOTE: Stormwater management projects on private property require a Building Permit from the Village.  If you are planning a project, please contact the Village at ccvpermitting@montgomerycountymd.gov for more information.

Help Village Staff Keep the Community Safe and Beautiful

Report Areas for Repair and Maintenance

Village staff prides itself on being responsive and working hard to ensure that the Village remains a safe, beautiful and welcoming community—but we cannot do it alone. While we are constantly on the lookout for areas that need to be addressed, we need the support of residents serving as our eyes and ears throughout the community:
 
Sidewalk Repairs
The Village maintains brick paver sidewalks throughout the community. The brick pavers are not mortared and are set on a bluestone base to allow the sidewalks to gradually move as adjacent tree roots grow.  Compared to the former concrete sidewalks, the dry-laid brick pavers are much easier for Public Works staff to repair by removing and resetting sections that have shifted.  This is ongoing maintenance that our crews perform throughout the year as trip hazards are identified by staff or are brought to our attention by residents.
  
Tree Maintenance
There are well over 2,500 “public” trees located within Village parks, greenspaces and public right-of-way.  The Village’s consulting Arborist and our Director of Public Works perform routine assessments for tree maintenance needs including areas for pruning, removals or treatments to improve a tree’s health.  These assessments supplement our ongoing response to observations made by staff and residents.
  
How to Report an Issue or Concern
Residents can use the Village’s online form system to report any number of issues or concerns, by visiting: https://www.chevychasevillagemd.gov/RequestTracker.aspx. From this page, residents can report sidewalk trip hazards and streetlight outages, and request public tree maintenance and recycling toters. 
 
As always, residents may also call the Village’s 24-hour Communications Center or email uests/concerns to the Village’s main email address at ccv@montgomerycountymd.gov (emails are then routed to the appropriate department).
 
Thank you for helping us to continue addressing the needs of the community! 

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