The Katz Update: Moving Forward!!

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January 29, 2021


Friends,

I realize that the vaccination roll-out plan has been a frustrating experience for all. However, this week Montgomery County started to vaccinate residents ages 75 years or older. Adults age 65 to 74 are able to preregister. You must preregister for the vaccine and all vaccinations are by appointment only - no walks ins. Please do not forward your registration link to other people. If you are not in the priority group, you will be turned away. Our County health department is doing everything possible to vaccinate our residents with the doses given to us by the State of Maryland. Together, we will move forward to brighter days in our future!


VACCINATION INFORMATION 


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For more information - click here.


COUNCIL NEWS


At the County Council this week -

  • The Council presented a proclamation in recognition of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Awareness Month. 
    • This is a key time for us all as individuals to educate ourselves about human trafficking and learn to spot the signs of human trafficking
  • The Council approved appointments for 11 members of the County’s Commission on Redistricting. 
    • In the 2020 general election, the County Charter was amended to require the County to be divided into seven Council districts.
      • The 11 members include: Imad Aldean Ahmad, Laura Ard, Mariana Cordier, Keshia Desir, Arthur Edmunds, Valerie Ervin, Bruce Goldensohn, Jason Makstein, Nilmini Rubin, Samuel Statland and David Stein. See Press Release for more info.
  • The Council held a worksession about ZTA 20-01, Solar Collection System - Agricultural Zone standards. The Council took straw votes on two important amendments. One amendment prohibited the placement of solar facilities on Class I & II soils and the second amendment was for a conditional use standard for solar in the Agricultural Reserve.
    • Councilmember Riemer and I created a work group with various stakeholders to collaborate on amendments to the ZTA. Thank you to all the participating members for their hard work!!

PUBLIC SAFETY AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS COMMITTEES


I am proud to be the Chair of the Public Safety (PS) Committee and a member of the Government Operations (GO) Committee.

  • The GO Committee held a worksession and voted 3-0 to support Bill 47-20, Ethics, Ethics Commission - Conflicts of Interest – Financial Disclosure. This bill would require employees to attend a public ethics training course, amend the law governing appeals of a decision by the Ethics Commission and amend the law governing the Ethics Commission’s resolution of complaints.
  • The GO Committee also discussed Spending Affordability Guidelines (SAG) for the Amended FY21-26 Capital Improvements
    Program (CIP).

DISTRICT 3 HISTORICAL NOTE


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Frieda's Cottage at Chestnut Lodge

500 West Montgomery Avenue, Rockville, MD

Dr. Frieda Fromm-Reichmann (1889–1957) was a psychiatrist internationally renowned for her pioneering contribution to the treatment of schizophrenia. She made history as the paramount figure at Chestnut Lodge, the premier center in the 20th century for the psychoanalytically-oriented treatment of schizophrenia. As Chestnut Lodge's director of psychotherapy, Dr. Fromm-Reichmann’s cottage housed her office where she saw the majority of her patients. She worked at Chestnut Lodge until her death in 1957 at the age of 67.


THINGS TO ZOOM!!


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2021 Women's Legislative Briefing

Sunday, January 31, at 12:30 pm

The Women’s Legislative Briefing (WLB) is the longest-standing women’s legislative event in Maryland. It is coordinated by the Montgomery County Commission for Women and brings together advocates, policy makers, and emerging leaders to empower, engage, and mobilize Marylanders around issues affecting women and girls throughout the state.

Bone Builders Virtual Exercise Class - Ages 55+

Monday, February 1, from 3:30-4:30 pm

Get moving again! Bone Builders is a twice weekly, 1-hour class for seniors 55+ that includes a warm up, balance exercise, arm & leg strengthening exercises, and a cool down.

The Three Reported Lynchings in Montgomery County - Virtual: A Black History Month Program 

Tuesday, February 2, from 2:00-3:00 pm

There are three documented cases of lynching in Montgomery County: George Peck, John Diggs-Dorsey and Sidney Randolph. Researcher Sarah Hedlund presents comprehensive narratives on these three cases.

Gentle Hatha Yoga at Noon- Virtual

Wednesday, February 3, from 12:00-1:00 pm

Gentle Hatha Yoga is perfect for those who are just starting out with yoga, are less mobile, or simply want a more relaxed yoga experience.

Integral Tai Chi - Virtual

Thursday, February 4, from 2:30-4:00 pm

Join MCPL and practice Integral Tai Chi is a series of exercises, a relaxation technique, and a type of meditation that combines Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and meditation.


KEEP MARCHING FORWARD AS A COMMUNITY TOGETHER
Virtual Conversation
Saturday, January 30, 2021, 10:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

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Register in advance for this webinar- Click here:


In Memoriam:

I want to offer my sincere condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Blanca Kling. Ms. Kling had a long track record of public service and a lifetime of dedication to County government and our constituents. 


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