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Pothole Blitz in Effect

Extra focus on pothole repair throughout the County.   

Study Ranks County Second in Nation in Life Expectancy

High rankings for women and men.

Sheriff’s Notice – Cell Phone Scam

A caller, falsely claiming to be from the sheriff's office, says a warrant issued for your arrest will be served unless, of course, you pay up.

Get Your Hands Dirty, Keep Your Community Clean

Environmentally focused projects in April offer volunteers a chance to engage the spirit of Earth Day for an entire month.

Council Radio Show for Local Latino Community Debuts on Radio America

A new Spanish-language radio show will include discussions on important issues before the Council. Also, information on County programs to help residents and businesses.

“Montgomery Serves” Reception and Awards Ceremony

Residents honored for extraordinary volunteerism.

Low-Income and Senior Homeowners can Apply for Property Tax Credit

County homeowners who have a limited income or are at least 70 years of age may be eligible for property tax credits.

County Executive’s Next Online Chat

Monday, April 28, from 1 to 2 p.m.

April: National Distracted Driving Awareness Month County police officers will focus attention on enforcing distracted driving-related violations.

IN THIS ISSUE of

April 2014

NOTEWORTHY NOTES

• Assistant Chief of Police on Next “Montgomery Mosaic” Radio Show
• Be “Petpared” During Emergencies
• Volunteers Sought to Work with Sexual Assault Victims
• Census Bureau Positions Available in County
• Make the Right MOVE and Save Money
• Neighborhood Beautification Grants Available
• General Services’ New Website

MAKING NEWS

• International Recognition for Rockville-based Company’s Malaria Vaccine
• County Has Highest Waste Diversion Rate in State for Second Consecutive Year
• Department of Environmental Protection Earns Engineering Excellence Award for Stormwater Management Project
• County Featured in Articles on the Role of Chief Innovation Officers
• Judicial Center Project Received Building Council Award
• Resource Recovery Facility Receives US EPA Clean Air Technology Award

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

• Thursday, April 24 -- Service Academy Forum presented by Congressman Chris Van Hollen
• Wednesday, May 14 -- County Executive’s Online Chat. 1- 2 p.m.
• Sunday, May 18 -- The Premier Senior Talent Showcase.

Patrick Lacefield, Director

Bonnie Ayers, Editor