WEEKLY TOWN UPDATES
November 18, 2022
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On November 14, County Planning staff issued its first round of comments on Corso Chevy Chase’s rezoning application (“Local Map Amendment”) that was filed on November 3. These initial comments include the letter that was submitted by the Town outlining our concerns with the application. Planning staff met with the developers on November 17 to review the comments before the developers resubmit their application in early December. This first resubmission will reflect the extent to which the developers have modified their plans to address concerns raised by Planning staff, the Town, and other parties. The Town will have another opportunity to comment following the resubmission.
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On November 15, Mayor Rush testified before the County Council in support of funding for two new parks adjacent to the Farm Women's Market. A final vote by the County Council is scheduled for November 29. The Planning Board approved funding for the parks on November 3.
Following County Council action, if supportive, the parties will negotiate and ratify the necessary legal documents. The Parks Department will then host a public charette process to hear from area residents about possible amenities for the new parks. The developers hope to submit their site plan to the Planning Board by next summer or fall, and break ground a year later, in 2024. The redevelopment and expansion of the Farm Women’s Market and construction of the new park behind the Market should be completed in late 2026 or early 2027, and the park on the adjacent lot between Leland and Walsh should be finished later in 2027.
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The Town office will be closed on Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Household trash will not be collected on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 24) but will be collected on the next regularly scheduled day for that route (Monday, November 28).
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Leaf vacuuming will continue through December 23. Please rake leaves to the edge of the curb for collection. If you or your landscape company are using gas-powered leaf blowers this fall (allowed from October 15 to December 31), please refrain from using them before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m. on weekdays and before 12 p.m. or after 6 p.m. on weekends.
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Please take a moment to review the Town’s Winter Weather Preparedness flyer. We would like to remind residents that, in the event or threat of a snowstorm or icy road conditions, cars must be parked either in driveways or on the even-numbered side of the street to ensure safe passage for the snow removal crews. Please do not park cars on the odd-numbered side of the street, unless otherwise posted.
Please also note that the Town's contractor will remove snow from Town sidewalks if accumulations total 6 inches or more. Otherwise, residents are responsible for clearing the sidewalks adjacent to their homes within 24 hours after precipitation has ended.
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The Squeals on Wheels event on November 20 has been relocated to Zimmerman Park.
Squeals on Wheels is bringing bunnies, guinea pigs, ducks, chickens, and other animals to Zimmerman Park on Sunday, November 20 from 1 to 3 p.m.! Kids and adults are welcome to pet and meet the animals. We will have coffee, juice, and snacks for all to enjoy.
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We can do something to help Montgomery County families who are struggling with the pernicious effects of domestic violence and trying to make ends meet. Here’s how to make the holidays a little brighter for these families:
1. Donate gift cards of $10 to $50 from stores like Target, Marshalls, Kohl’s, Safeway, or Giant 2. Make checks -- of any amount -- out to “FJC Foundation” (Montgomery County Family Justice Center). Designate “Safe Start” in the memo line if you want the money to go to the children’s counseling program.
Donations can be dropped off at Cathy Wolf’s house: 7624 Lynn Drive, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 (please put in basket in carport) or Quynh Tran’s house: 7203 Ridgewood Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. You can also take your donation to the Town Office on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday at 4301 Willow Lane. The deadline is Friday, December 23, but donations will be accepted gratefully at any time of year. Please note that checks received before December 9 will be deposited by December 23. Checks received from December 10 to December 23 will be deposited by January 15. If you want to receive a tax-deductible receipt, please include your name and email.
Beneficiaries of your generosity are clients of the Montgomery County Family Justice Center and Chesapeake Counseling (Safe Start). One hundred percent of the donations are applied to direct service. There are no administrative costs. Questions? Email Cathy at cathrynwolf2@gmail.com or Quynh Tran at vanstinger2205@gmail.com.
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Every year, from November to February, the Town’s Community Relations Committee sponsors a Winter Clothing Drive for those in need. We donate to Interfaith Works that distributes to 13,000 income-qualified county residents, including nearly 6,000 children.
Please donate clean, gently used, or never worn items: coats, gloves, mittens, scarves, hats, sweaters, pants, and socks. Also needed is waterproof warm winter wear for those who are outside in the cold rain or snow.
Since the Town Hall is open only part time, the clothing box will be located on the front porch of Marjorie Shaw and Barney Rush, at 6917 Maple Avenue (between Stanford and Pine Place).
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On December 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Town Hall, support young entrepreneurs (ages 6-14) by shopping at the holiday bazaar featuring artwork, jewelry, treats, and more. Gift wrapping will be offered at this event organized by Town teen Piya Scielzo with the support of the Community Relations Committee. Admission is free.
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Residents are encouraged to connect with fellow residents through the private Town Neighbors listserv.
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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.
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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.
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