Learn How
You Can Save with Solar
Find out everything you need to know about how to get solar installed on your home or business’s roof. Now until August 30 there’s a special opportunity to participate in the Capital Area Solar Switch group solar purchase program.
Info Session: Rooftop Solar with Solar Switch
Wednesday, August 9, 2023 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM
REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/whbf5xab Note: Restrictions may apply in the Village Historic District. Contributed by the Environment & Energy Committee
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Selecting a
Tree Care Contractor
As we have been reminded by last weekend's weather events, summer storm season isn't quite over and perhaps a tree on your property has been damaged. Maybe you are simply undertaking routine tree care maintenance. Either way, residents are reminded that it is state law that all tree care professionals practicing in Maryland must be a Licensed Tree Expert (LTE) as regulated by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Without a license, tree care contractors may not practice or advertise tree care services in the state. Read about licensing requirements here: https://dnr.maryland.gov/forests/Pages/programapps/newtreeexpert.aspx
Chevy Chase Village does not require a permit for routine pruning of trees to maintain the health of the tree, however, a Village Tree Removal Permit is required to remove trees that are at least 24 inches in circumference, measured at four and one half feet above the ground (or measured just below the split on split-trunk trees) - see Chapter 17, the Urban Forest Guidelines, for full regulations. Proper routine pruning can help avoid storm damage. Help maintain the Village tree canopy by practicing good tree care and using Licensed Tree Experts. Note: Be wary of door-to-door tree service sales pitches, as they are often scams, citing limited time offers of discounted pricing or creating a sense of urgency, rushing a decision. The Village requires solicitors and vendors to carry a valid permit issued by the Village Communications Center while they canvass the Village. In addition to the permit, they must also carry a list of addresses where solicitors and vendors are prohibited by the residents; solicitors and vendors must not approach any address on that list.
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National Night Out
a Success! Thank you to all of the first responders and Village residents who attended National Night Out this past Tuesday, promoting the partnership between the community, law enforcement and first responders. Those who came out enjoyed meeting Village officers, Montgomery County K-9 officers, and local fire and rescue teams. Staff and teen volunteer Nicholas E. served hot dogs, chips, and popsicles. Photos from the event can be viewed on the Village website.
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Thrive Montgomery 2050
General Plan Adopted
The approved and adopted Thrive Montgomery 2050, Montgomery County’s updated General Plan, is now available online. This plan amends and replaces the county’s previous General Plan On Wedges and Corridors, Updated General Plan for the Maryland-Washington Regional District in Montgomery County, 1969, and the General Plan Refinement of the Goals and Objectives for Montgomery County, 1993.
Thrive Montgomery 2050 establishes a framework to guide planning for land use, housing, the economy, equity, transportation, parks and open space, the environment, historic resources, urban design, and arts and culture over the next three decades. These recommendations provide guidance for future master plans, county and state capital improvement processes, and other public and private initiatives that influence land use and planning in the county. Additional information about the Plan can be found at www.Thrivemontgomery2050.com.
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Virtual Community Meeting Recording on
Corso Chevy Chase
Development Project Now Available
Site of the Former 4-H National HeadquartersThe developers for the planned senior living community to be built on the site of the former 4-H National Headquarters at 7100 Connecticut Avenue held a virtual pre-submittal community meeting on July 25. The new owners of the property, Corso DC, LLC, plan to construct and operate an approximately 700,000 square foot senior living community, to include a residential care facility with up to 287 independent living units, 190 assisted living beds and 30 memory care beds, along with up to 5,000 square feet of commercial/retail use. The project is planned to be completed in two phases, the first phase of which is slated to break ground in September 2024 and will be focused on the westernmost side of the property (farthest away from Connecticut Avenue). The presentation slides can be viewed online at https://bit.ly/42VqYwe. Comments regarding the plan may be submitted during the virtual meeting or by email to ecrogers@lerchearly.com. View the recording of the July 25 meeting.
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RainScapes
Rewards Rebate Program
The RainScapes rewards rebate program offers rebates to property owners who install RainScapes techniques to help reduce stormwater runoff from individual properties. Examples include rain gardens, conservation landscapes, green roofs, permeable pavement, pavement removal, and water harvesting. RainScapes can be installed on any kind of property -- private, residential, institutional or commercial.
The online portal to apply for a RainScapes rebate will reopen on Tuesday, August 1 and stay open until the maximum limit of applications is received, or by October 15. Most applicants who submit new applications in August should plan for spring 2024 installations. Apply here. For more information, go to DEP’s FAQ page. Visit RainScapes.org for resources to help in selecting and planning projects. -Article Courtesy of Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services Center
(CLICK HERE to subscribe to their e-newsletter) Reference: Recent MoCo360 article regarding local rain gardens.
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Save the Date:
Chief Fitzgerald's
Retirement Party! Join us at the Village Hall on Wednesday, September 27 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. to celebrate and thank Police Chief John Fitzgerald for his twelve years of service to the residents of Chevy Chase Village. More information will be included in the September issue of the Crier and in weekly blast emails in the coming weeks.
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STOP!
Do You Have a Permit??
Before you begin your project, ensure you have obtained the necessary permits from the Village (and, when applicable, Montgomery County and the Historic Preservation Commission).
When is a Building Permit required? For the installation, replacement or expansion of the following: - Air conditioners, generators and geothermal systems
- Garages, accessory buildings and sheds (of any size)
- Decks, patios and terraces
- Outdoor kitchens and fireplaces
- Fences, gates and walls
- Driveways and walkways
- Lampposts, handrails and freestanding electric vehicle charging stations
- Permanently anchored play equipment
- Swimming pools and outdoor therapeutic baths
- Landscape feature items such as fountains, trellises, and arbors
- Regrading and any work that alters the existing flow of water on a property
(See Sec. 8-5 of the Village Code to review the full list of projects that require a Village Building Permit.)
When in doubt, Village staff are here to help! Email ccvpermitting@montgomerycountymd.gov or call 301-654-7300 to confirm if your planned project requires a permit. Confirming permitting requirements in advance will save you time and money and ensure you can get to using your outdoor space that much sooner!
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Looking for Ways to Stop Unwanted Junk Mail?
The Village’s Environment and Energy Committee is always on the lookout for ways to reduce waste and be more a more environmentally friendly community. By reducing the amount of mail our postal delivery team transports, and consequently the amount of waste paper in your recycling bins, you CAN make a difference.
Some “not so fun” facts* about junk mail: - In 2022, the USPS hauled over 67 billion pieces of junk mail across 1.2 billion miles
- The average adult in the US receives as much as 41 pounds of junk mail per year
- China’s 2018 embargo on ALL imported waste has left ‘recyclable’ materials going unprocessed or piling up in US landfills
- The US uses over 200 million tons of wood annually to create paper products
The Federal Trade Commission website and the US Postal Service website offer advice for how to stop (most) junk mail. Please consider taking action to reduce the amount of unsolicited mail your household receives. *According to PaperKarma website -The Environment and Energy Committee
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National Suicide Prevention and Veterans’
Crisis Hotline: 988Last year, a new emergency number -- 988 – was launched across the country for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis or considering suicide. Calling that number connects the caller to professionals who can help avert a crisis.
In 2020, the FCC ordered all telecom providers to make every land line, cell phone, and every voice-over internet device in the United States capable of using the number 988 by July 16, 2022. The National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2020 established by law the number ‘988’ as the new nationwide suicide prevention lifeline and veterans’ crisis line phone number.
For more information, visit: https://www.samhsa.gov/blog/groundbreaking-developments-suicide-prevention-mental-health-crisis-service-provision
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Chevy Chase Village
Announces
Selection of New Police ChiefThe Board of Managers of Chevy Chase Village announces the appointment of John Nesky, 58, as its new Police Chief, effective October 1, 2023. Chief Nesky, has over 30 years of law enforcement experience, including currently serving as Chief of Police for the Bowie Police Department located in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Chief Nesky will succeed John Fitzgerald, who has announced he will retire this coming fall after twelve years as the Village's Chief. View the entire article on the Village website.
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Help Village Staff Keep the Community
Safe & 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 the Village website and selecting How Do I...Report A Concern. 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 requests/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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Join The Compost Crew!
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 100 Village households are recycling their food-waste with Compost Crew. Composting helps to keep tons of waste out of local landfills.
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. NOTE: Those who participate are reminded that compost (as well as trash and recycling) bins are prohibited from being placed at the curbside for collection per the Village Code. Pursuant to Section 10-6 of the Chevy Chase Village Code, all receptacles for the disposal of household garbage, trash and recyclable materials must be left for collection at the rear of the dwelling unit (no curbside collection). Thank you for your cooperation.
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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.
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 the Chevy Chase at Home website for more information and applications.
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Section 3 Farmers Market
Bring cash or a check for the
"$5 for Food" Donation Drive Benefiting the Capital Area Food Bank
Located at Taylor Street and Brookville Road with ample parking at La Ferme restaurant, the market features locally sourced organic products. The market is open on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (rain or shine). Click on the flier link for additional information.
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.
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Friendship Heights
Farmers Market
Open 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.
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, while supplies last. The nearest is the Chevy Chase Library, located at 8005 Connecticut Avenue, or go online to view the complete list of county library locations. As of June 1, 2023, ordering test kits through covidtests.gov has been suspended and the program is no longer accepting orders. Before you throw out "expired" test kits, please check the FDA website for your brand/lot number, as many test kits' expiration dates have been extended by the FDA. The CDC recommends everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines and bivalent boosters for their age group: - Children and teens aged 6 months–17 years
- Adults aged 18 years and older
- People who are moderately or severely immunocompromised have different recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines.
To find COVID-19 vaccine locations, visit health.maryland.gov/covid, or call 1-855-MDGOVAX (1-855-634-6829). Click on the link to view available testing sites in the county (government operated and private).
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Local Goods
Donation Organizations
Looking 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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