WEEKLY TOWN UPDATES
January 20, 2023
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Forum to be Held by Zoom Videoconference
On January 30 at 7 p.m. by Zoom videoconference, the Town will host a public forum to hear from residents about the final rezoning plan for 7100 Connecticut Avenue and the binding elements associated with this plan. All of the documents associated with the final rezoning application are available here.
As announced by Town Crier this week, the developers have responded to the Town's request to, among other things, reduce the height of the buildings around the three sides of the property adjacent to Town residences. The outward facing portions of these buildings have been reduced from 5 to 4 stories, while the outward facing portion of the building in the northwest corner has been reduced from 4 to 3 stories. We look forward to receiving resident comments before we prepare the Town's testimony for the public hearings to be held by the Planning Board and the County Hearing Examiner in February. Residents also are invited to send their views in writing to townoffice@townofchevychase.org.
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The Town offers a program that provides 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. Although the County program closed to new applicants on September 2, 2022, residents are encouraged to take advantage of the Town's Consulting Water Management Program (see below) to identify a suitable Rainscapes project for their property in anticipation of the County's reopening of the program from February 1, 2023 to March 31, 2023. Please note that this program is only available to residents who apply to the County RainScapes program on or after 7/21/22, which is the date that the Town Council approved, funded, and advertised the Town’s supplemental program. The Town’s program is forward looking, consistent with other Town subsidy programs that are designed to encourage more residents to apply, not to reward those who have already done so. If you need assistance identifying a suitable RainScapes project for your property, you may sign up for the Town's Consulting Water Management Program, wherein the Town's consulting engineer will visit your property and provide a written report with recommendations on improving water drainage and runoff, including recommendations for RainScapes-eligible projects. After completing an eligible RainScapes project, the homeowner should submit copies of project receipts and a copy of the paid County rebate receipt to the Town to receive the supplemental rebate.
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We would like to remind residents that the Town's contractor will clear public sidewalks if snowfall totals 6 inches or more, with discretion by Town officials to mobilize when icy or other conditions warrant. As soon as possible during or following winter storms, the Town will announce by Town Crier whether our contractor will clear and/or deice the public sidewalks.
If the Town does not activate its sidewalk snow removal program, residents are responsible for clearing the sidewalks adjacent to their homes within 24 hours after precipitation has ended. This is a vital responsibility, as we frequently receive complaints from residents about packed snow and ice on Town sidewalks, creating dangerous conditions. Therefore, if you are away from Town or unable to clear your walks, please make arrangements for snow or ice on the sidewalk adjacent to your home to be cleared. And please be sure to monitor and treat sidewalks for icy conditions caused by thawing/freezing precipitation in the days following winter storms.
If you need assistance clearing snow from sidewalks and private property, we suggest contacting your current landscaping company, if applicable, to inquire about snow removal services, or you can contact any of the service providers listed on the Town website. We are currently updating this list to ensure that it is accurate for this winter. The Town also maintains a list of Town Teens who are willing to shovel, but please note that this online list is available only to residents who have an account on the Town website and have submitted a Resident Verification Form. You may contact the Town Office directly to obtain the names of the service providers and teens willing to help.
We ask all teens and others willing to shovel this winter to contact the Town Office so that we can keep our list current.
We also encourage residents to use the private Town Neighbors listserv to seek help or offer assistance with snow removal.
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.
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The monthly Town coffee will be held on Tuesday, February 7 from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Town Hall. Please join neighbors -- newcomers, longtime residents, and everyone in between -- for conversation and refreshments.
Please RSVP to townoffice@townofchevychase.org if possible, but not required.
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Join us as we celebrate the traditions and merriment of Groundhog Day! This family-friendly event on Friday, February 3 at 6:00 p.m. will feature food, beverages, groundhog day trivia, prizes, the treasured movie Groundhog Day (recommended for age 11+), and more! A responsible adult must accompany all children. In order to determine interest and have accurate catering numbers, please RSVP by January 30 to townoffice@townofchevychase.org or 301-654-7144. This event is sponsored by the Community Relations Committee.
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Meet your neighbors and new families for coffee and a children’s play date on Sunday, February 19 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Lawton Center playground. As well, there will be a free kid's winter scavenger hunt. Snacks will be provided. Sponsored by the Community Relations Committee.
It's back! Tiki Time in the Town! Even though it's cold outside, step inside for a true Tiki party to warm up these dark days, 7:30 pm - 10 pm at the Town Hall on Friday, February 24. There will be tiki drinks, appetizers, and breezy music in which to set the tone. Wear your coolest Hawaiian shirts or other-tiki themed clothes and come on over to tiki with your TOCC neighbors. This is a grown-up-only event and perfect for a date night.
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Our Town of Chevy Chase Book Club will meet February 27 at 7:00 pm in the Town Hall to discuss My Name is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth Strout. Our group enjoyed Lucy by the Sea so much that we are reading the first in the trilogy. Please join us! Sponsored by the Community Relations Committee; all are welcome!
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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 (at the corner of Maple and Pine Place).
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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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