Katz Update: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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October 7, 2022

Friends,

As Chair of the Public Safety Committee and former Chair of the Domestic Violence Coordinating Council, I am proud to recognize the month of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 

During October, the Montgomery County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council is displaying stories from domestic violence victims/survivors who live in Montgomery County, along with pairs of shoes (showcasing their "Walk in their Shoes" campaign) representing each victim. These stories are shared to highlight the prevalence of domestic violence in our community and how to recognize the signs of domestic violence. The displays can be found at our County's Libraries, Recreation Centers, Police Stations and other sites including Courthouses, the State’s Attorney’s Office, and the Trauma Services Center.  

COUNCIL NEWS

At the County Council this week -

  • The Council presented two proclamations during the morning session recognizing 1) Bullying Prevention Month; and 2) Constitution Month. 

    View proclamations.

  • The Council presented two proclamations during the afternoon session recognizing: 1) National Health Week; and 2) Domestic Violence Prevention Month. View proclamations.
  • The Council held a morning worksession to discuss the first five chapters of the Planning, Housing, and Economic Development (PHED) Committee Draft of Thrive Montgomery 2050.  View staff report.
    • These chapters include the Introduction to the Plan and chapters on Compact Growth, Complete Communities, Design, Arts, and Culture, and Transportation. 
      • Thrive sets a vision for the County and encompasses broad, County-wide policy recommendations for land use, zoning, housing, equity, transportation, and parks/open space.
  • The Council held an afternoon worksession to discuss the last three chapters of the PHED Committee Draft of Thrive Montgomery 2050. View staff report.
    • This includes the chapters on Housing, and Parks and Recreation, as well as the Conclusion to the Plan. 

KATZ IN THE COMMUNITY

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I was honored to attend the Domestic Violence Awareness Press event to launch the "Walk in their Shoes" campaign. This event was to raise awareness about domestic violence in Montgomery County.
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It was a pleasure to attend the official Launch Party for the Gaithersburg Financial Empowerment Center.  The Center offers professional, one-on-one financial counseling and coaching as a free public service for City of Gaithersburg residents. 
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In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I had the privilege of joining County Executive Marc Elrich with Margarita and Andy Womack at Maspanadas. Maspanadas meaning ‘more empanadas’ is a local, Rockville establishment that is a family run business with Latin roots engrained in their products of empanadas.

DISTRICT 3 HISTORIC NOTE

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Vivian V. Simpson, one of the original tenants of the Suburban Trust building at 255 North Washington Street, was an exceptional woman whose story illustrates how one woman fought for equality and overcame gender barriers in the male-dominated world of law and politics in Maryland. Simpson’s many accomplishments include first woman lawyer in Montgomery County, opening a solo practice in Rockville, first female attorney for the Board of County Commissioners in Montgomery County (now County Council), first woman president of the Bar Association of Montgomery County and first female Secretary of the State of Maryland.

Resource: https://peerlessrockville.org/historic-rockville/peerless-people-2/vivian-v-simpson/

COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS!!

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First Fridays (in- person)

Friday, October 7 beginning at 5:30 pm

Rockville Town Square: 30 Maryland Ave, Rockville

First Fridays is a monthly concert series taking place on the first Friday of every month. Admission is free.

Croydon Creek Campfire (in- person)

Saturday, October 8 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm

Croydon Creek Nature Center: 852 Avery Rd, Rockville

Gather around the campfire with your friends for stories, snacks and more. All participants must register. Admission is $6 for children and $7 for adults.

Oktoberfest (in- person)

Sunday, October 9 from 12:00 to 5:00 pm

The Kentlands Village Green: 320 Kent Square Rd, Gaithersburg

Experience a taste of Germany right in your own backyard with performances by the ever-popular Alte Kameraden German Band & Alt-Washingtonia Bavarian Dancers. Savor traditional festival food. Admission is free.

Coming Out Day: An Evening of Stories (in- person)

Tuesday, October 11 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm

Casey Community Center: 810 South Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg

Celebrating living your truth on National Coming Out Day. Enjoy hearing stories shared and exploring resources. Food trucks available too! Admission is free.

Public Safety Career Fair (in- person)

Saturday, October 22, from 9:00 to 11:00 am OR from 1:00 to 3:00 pm

Montgomery County Public Safety Training Academy: 8751 Snouffer School Road, Gaithersburg

At the event, you’ll be able to meet our innovative public safety teams that are reimagining what it means to have a career in public safety. Admission is free and use the above link to register. 
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