WEEKLY TOWN UPDATES
August 26, 2022

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TOWN NEWS | SPECIAL EVENTS | REMINDERS

Town Offers RainScapes Supplemental Rebate Program

In July, the Town Council approved a program that will provide residents who complete a County RainScapes project with a supplemental rebate of up to 50% of the County rebate amount, with the total combined rebate limited to 85% of the total cost of the project. Residents who wish to take advantage of this program should immediately sign up to participate in the County program.

Purple Line Updates

Crews to Resume Construction of Purple Line Noise Walls Adjacent to the Town

Crews have resumed construction of noise walls adjacent to the Town using East-West Highway access points. Work may take place 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and weekends, as needed.

Bethesda Metro Station Construction

Operations have restarted at the Bethesda Metro Station located at Elm Street and Wisconsin Avenue. Nighttime activities may include light power tool operations, removal of excavated materials by truck, unloading of trucks delivering construction materials and concrete, and crane operations. Montgomery County's Department of Environmental Protection has issued a Temporary Noise Waiver for these activities.

Long-Term Lane Closure on Wisconsin Avenue at Elm Street

Crews have instituted a long-term lane closure of the southbound right lane of Wisconsin Avenue at Elm Street to allow vehicles to access the Purple Line Bethesda Station work zone. The closure will be in place until the completion of the work at the station.

Alignment-Wide Maintenance

Landscape, erosion and sediment control, and site maintenance along the Purple Line alignment will be conducted on an as needed basis from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and weekends.

Rockville Concert Band, September 18

On September 18 from 5 to 6 p.m. on the Lawton Center basketball court, the Rockville Concert Band will perform a special concert for Town residents. A food truck will be on site, so make it an evening of fun, food, and music! Under the direction of Dr. Juan Gallestegui, this full concert band will perform light pops and marches for a delightful evening for Town families to enjoy.

TOCC Book Club Meets September 19

Our Town Book Club will meet September 19 at 7 p.m. in the Lawton Center Conference Room to discuss Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Since we picked it, the book has risen to the Best Seller List! Cooking, chemistry, and feminism… stirred into one.

Trash & Treasures, September 24-25

The Town’s fall Trash and Treasures is scheduled for the weekend of September 24 & 25. The Town offers this curbside bulk trash collection so that residents can dispose of items that are no longer usable. Please remember to bag, box, or contain all of your discards, and do not put items at the curb before noon on September 23 or after 7 a.m. on September 26. If you have items that can be recycled or repurposed, we encourage you to come to the Lawton Center on September 24 for our Alternatives to Trash &Treasures event.

Exhibit Your "All Things Autumn" Artwork At Fall Fest

Calling all artists! If you (or your child) created a painting, poem, sculpture, musical composition, or another artistic expression that encompasses the theme "All Things Autumn,” please describe the creation or take a photo and send it to townoffice@townofchevychase.org by September 15. If selected, your artwork may be exhibited at the Town's October 15 Fall Fest

Chevy Chase at Home (CC@H)

CC@H is a member organization providing social and educational programs to neighbors of all ages and support services to seniors.

Free COVID Test Kits & Masks

The Town has COVID test kits and N95 masks available for pick up at the Town office on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The kits and masks are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Banned January 1-October 14

The use of gas-powered blowers is prohibited from January 1 through October 14. The Council approved this ban in response to resident concerns about noise and other impacts of this type of landscaping equipment. The regulations exempt gas-powered snow blowers and sprayers. Montgomery County noise regulations also remain in effect in the Town.

County's Pesticide Law Applies in Town

In October 2021, the Town Council adopted the County’s Pesticide Law, making it applicable in the Town. Most notably, the law prohibits homeowners and
contractors from using synthetic pesticides for cosmetic purposes on lawns. More information, including how to report a violation, is available here.

Town Office Hours

The Town office is staffed from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. On other days, most employees telework. There may be someone to assist on Tuesdays and Thursdays, but please contact the office in advance.

Town Neighbors Listserv

Residents are encouraged to connect with fellow residents through the private Town Neighbors listserv.

Climate and Environment Tips of the Month

Review a variety of tips from managing stormwater and invasive plants to purchasing electric vehicles and reducing plastic pollution.

Town Meetings & Events Calendar

View an interactive calendar of upcoming Town meetings and events.