Katz Update: Juneteenth Celebration!!

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June 17, 2022
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Friends,                         

Montgomery County's 25th Juneteenth Celebration will be held at the BlackRock Center for the Arts this Saturday. This year's celebration will mark the first official observance of Juneteenth as both a national and County holiday.   

COUNCIL NEWS

At the County Council this week -

  • The Council presented three proclamations: 1) Recognizing Chesapeake Bay Awareness Day; 2)  Recognizing National Gun Violence Awareness Day; and 3) Recognizing the 50th Anniversary of Title IX. View Proclamations.
  • The Council, sitting as the Board of Health, received updates from County government and Montgomery County Public Schools regarding the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) & Health Planning. View Staff Report.
  • The Council introduced Bill 14-22 which would establish a private security camera incentive program. The program's goal would be to incentivize people to have security cameras installed in order to deter crime. I am pleased to sponsor this bill, along with Councilmember Rice and Council President Albornoz. This program is another step forward as our community comes together to help solve crime in all ways possible. View Staff Report.
  • The Council took action on several supplemental appropriations to the FY22 Operating Budget. Some appropriations included funding for the Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Services and the Montgomery County Police Department. See Council Agenda.

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 regarding Executive Regulation 15-21, Racial Equity and Social Justice. See Staff Report.
    • The regulation outlines how departments can advance racial equity by
      incorporating community engagement, data collection and analysis, and systems change work into policy development, resource decisions, and service delivery. 
  • The GO Committee held a discussion about the County’s FY23 income tax revenue estimates. See Staff Report.
    • The Council will approve the income tax revenue estimates in July when it memorializes its decisions about all revenues for the FY23 Operating Budget.
  • The GO Committee held a worksession to discuss a resolution to approve the Tax Supported Fiscal Plan Summary for the FY23-28 Public Services Program. See Staff Report.
    • The FY23-28 Tax Supported Fiscal Plan Summary reflects current fiscal projections and policy assumptions when the Council adopted the FY23 Operating Budget and the FY23-FY28 Capital Improvements Program (CIP).

KATZ IN THE COMMUNITY

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I had the honor of being presented with a certificate of appreciation from the Aspen Hill Civic Association in recognition for my service and dedication to the region. The picture shows me with Sol Levy, President, Jane Salzano, Vice President and Carla Steinborn, Recording Secretary.

DISTRICT 3 HISTORICAL NOTE

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Glenview Mansion is the centerpiece of Rockville Civic Center Park. It is also the former country estate of the wealthy Lyon family as well as working farm for the powerful Bowie family.

In 1957, the City of Rockville purchased Glenview and the surrounding 28 acres for $125,000 to become a civic center - a controversial decision based on a referendum that passed by only 40 votes. It immediately became a popular place for community meetings and events. In time, the City of Rockville would expand the park to 153 acres and add a theater, tennis courts, hiking trail and nature center.

Resource: https://www.rockvillemd.gov/2388/History-of-Glenview-Mansion

COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS!!

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Friday Night Salsa 

Friday, June 17, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm

Grand Park Ave & Banneker Street, North Bethesda

A free salsa dance party series by Víctor at All Out Danza is coming to the Pike District. Food and beverage vendors will be on-hand to bring a variety of food options. All are welcome to bring their own chairs and blankets.

2022 Juneteenth: Freedom at the Rock 

Saturday, June 18, from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm

BlackRock Center for the Arts: 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown

The City of Rockville will join Montgomery County to celebrate Juneteenth at a special event featuring live music, food, art, films and awards. Admission is free.

Father’s Day Skate

Sunday, June 19 from 12:30 to 2:00 pm

Cabin John Rink: 10610 Westlake Dr, Rockville

Celebrate your dad at Cabin John Rink! Dad skates free (with a paying skater).

Rockville Pride 

Sunday, June 26th, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

Rockville Town Square: 200 E Middle Lane, Rockville

The Rockville Pride event will be a family friendly event celebrating the LGBTQ+ community with performances, activities for kids, and informational tables.

Rewind – The Tubman Country Experience With Cierra Maszkiewicz (virtual)

Monday, June 20th, 2022 

Enjoy a virtual tour of the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center, presented by Park Ranger Cierra Maszkiewicz. The park, which sits on the trailhead for the 125‐mile Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway. Click above for more information for this pre-recorded program.

Wishing all Dads a very Happy Father's Day!

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