Prince George's Proud:
An Update From County Executive Alsobrooks
Dear Prince Georgians:
Earlier this week, I gave my State of the County address to the business community at The Hotel in College Park. I want to thank the Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation and the Greater Prince George’s Business Roundtable for hosting a great event.
Through thoughtful partnerships with business and community leaders, as well as the input of our citizens and residents, my Administration is fully committed to expanding opportunities for innovative companies, attracting top talent to the area and bringing new life to our challenged shopping centers. We are also committed to improving our regional competitiveness, making it easier to do business here, and working tirelessly to promote Prince George’s County as a great place to locate your business.
Without a doubt, Prince George’s County is a vibrant community committed to developing and nurturing generations of people and businesses. This was evident when I had the honor of attending several high school graduation ceremonies across this county and shaking hands with our outstanding scholars as their diplomas were conferred upon them.
By all accounts and from the feedback we are hearing at the 408 community meetings we have attended since December, or when I see you out and about running errands, I am encouraged because together we are indeed making great strides, and we are just getting started.
Last but certainly not least, I also want to take this opportunity to wish all the fathers, father figures and mentoring organizations for young males - including my dad, James Alsobrooks - a Happy Father’s Day as you are celebrated this Sunday. I have the pleasure of meeting and witnessing many of you in action through our collective efforts to encourage and support our youth. Please know you are loved and appreciated.
We are Prince George’s Proud, the Crown Jewel of Maryland and by working together, we can accomplish anything.
Yours in service,
Angela Alsobrooks
Prince George’s County Executive
Bringing Resources Home & Funding Your Priorities
 We are Prince George's Proud, and we are working hard to make you proud by bringing resources home and funding your priorities! Take a look at the successes from our legislative session in Annapolis and our $4.2 billion FY2020 budget by clicking here.
Apply to be Part of the Commission on Fathers, Men and Boys
The newly created Commission on Fathers, Men and Boys is being established to advise the County Executive, the County Council, County agencies, and the public on issues and needs of fathers, men, and boys in Prince George’s County. Commissioners will work with Prince George’s County agencies, the private sector, and local communities to promote a healthier societal impact on fathers, men, and boys. The Commission shall recommend, adopt and implement policies, programs, and procedures that will effectively address social economic concerns of fathers, men, and boys. The Commission will work in collaboration with the Commission for Women on issues and programs for strengthening the quality of life for women, men, and children in Prince George’s County.
Commission Composition
The makeup shall reflect the demographics of Prince George’s County and shall include prominent business and community leaders, also including individuals certified in fatherhood training or having documented experience working directly with issues of particular interest and concerns to fathers, men, and boys. The Commission will consist of 13 non-compensated voting members.
Candidate Requirements
- Must live in Prince George’s County
- Have ability to meet monthly
To Apply
Those interested in serving shall send a short cover letter indicating their interest along with their resumes to: pgcboardsvacancy@co.pg.md.us no later than June 16th.
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Father’s Day Pledge Initiative On June 14
 On Friday, June 14, 2019, the Prince George’s County Department of Family Services, Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking Division, is sponsoring a free Father’s Day Pledge Initiative. The purpose of the event is to help break the silence of domestic violence and invite men and women across the County to pledge a commitment to preventing violence.
The Department of Family Services has a goal of securing 1,000 signatures through the Father’s Day Pledge grassroots initiative. The Father’s Day Pledge boards have been distributed to government agencies, nonprofit organizations, places of worship, businesses and companies, and will be displayed on June 14th to demonstrate the county’s collective and united vision of a community free of domestic violence, led by men.
There will be a short program with county officials, resource materials and refreshments at the Sanctuary at Kingdom Square in Capitol Heights, Maryland, from 11:30 AM until 1:30 PM. County residents are invited to sign a pledge board and write a personal pledge.
Register online here. For more information, call 301-265-8423.
Free Summer Meals Program
While school is out for summer, meals will still be available for children in our community. Beginning June 24, youth under age 18 can receive free summer meals at select schools, apartment communities and libraries throughout the county! Visit the PGCPS website for more information and to find a location near you.
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VIDEO: State of the County
 County Executive Angela Alsobrooks delivered her inaugural State of the County address on Tuesday, June 11, 2019. You can view a live stream of the entire event, as well as the County Executive’s speech, by visiting the following link. The County Executive takes the stage at the 36:40 mark.
IN THE NEWS: County Shopping Centers to Receive Grants for Facade Improvements
 On Friday, May 31st, we announced the winners of the Commercial Property Improvement Program Grants. Nine shopping centers throughout Prince George's County will receive a total of nearly $2 million in grant money for facade improvements, helping attract new businesses and retail to those locations. Check out the story from ABC7 here.
CDC Director Tours Cheverly Health Center
Acting Health Officer Dr. Ernest Carter (left) hosted CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield in Cheverly June 7th for a discussion about the national plan to eliminate HIV.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Dr. Robert Redfield visited Prince George’s County June 7th for a tour of the Health Department’s Cheverly Health Center, as well as for a discussion with department leadership about the county’s inclusion in a national plan to eliminate HIV in the United States.
Dr. Redfield wanted to get an on-the-ground sense of the county’s current efforts to prevent new HIV cases and help those living with HIV/AIDS to suppress the virus. Dr. Redfield encouraged the Health Department to be innovative and creative with its strategies once the plan goes into effect, which is planned for later this year. Dr. Redfield also had the opportunity to tour the Cheverly Health Center and meet with department staff members.
Prince George’s County is part of a bold national initiative to end the HIV epidemic in the United States, with the goal of reducing new infections by 75 percent in five years and at least 90 percent over the next decade. For more information about the plan, visit the website here. For more information about Prince George’s County HIV/AIDS programs and services, please visit our County website.
Health Department to Host National HIV Testing Community Event
 To raise awareness about the importance of our residents knowing their HIV status, the Health Department is partnering with Us Helping Us People Into Living and Heart to Hand, Inc. to offer free HIV testing during a community festival to recognize National HIV Testing Day. The event will be held on Thursday, June 27th, 2019, from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 8240 Professional Place, Landover, MD. In addition to free on-site screenings for HIV and STIs, there will be HIV and STI educational materials available, giveaways, refreshments and fun activities for the family. For more information about National HIV Testing Day, visit the following website.
Office of Veterans Affairs to Host Monthly Meetings
Through a collaborative partnership, the Prince George's County Office of Veterans Affairs and ServingTogether will host combined meetings every third Tuesday of the month to discuss resources and learn about matters applicable to veterans.
Meetings will be held at the Office of Veterans Affairs, located at the County Administration Building: 14741 Governor Oden Bowie Drive, Suite L-023, Upper Marlboro, MD. They will occur every third Tuesday of the month from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Parking is available on the top level of the parking garage in any “L” section.
For more information about ServingTogether, visit their website here.
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Department of Family Services Hosts Youth Job Fair
Daon McLaren Johnson, founder of Mentoring to Manhood, poses with a group of mentees at the Youth Job Fair.
On May 21, 2019, the Prince George’s County Department of Family Services, Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking Division, hosted a free Youth Job Fair at the bi-weekly Men’s Challenge Initiative event. The Youth Job Fair, also sponsored by Jacob’s Ladder and the Jamaur Law Foundation, was well attended with up to 200 attendees seeking summer, seasonal and full-time employment. Employers included PGPD, PGFD, local restaurants and nonprofit businesses in the County.
Revenue Authority Gets New Board Member
Revenue Authority Board Member Necole Parker Green pictured with Deputy Chief Adminstrative Officer Ray Gilley.
We are excited to officially welcome Necole Parker Green as the newest Member of the Revenue Authority Board. Ms. Parker Green was confirmed unanimously by the County Council on Tuesday, June 11, 2019. She also took the oath of office and was sworn into her position that same day.
Ms. Parker Green joins the Revenue Authority Board with in-depth experience in real estate development, project management, budget development and event coordination. As an astute business owner, she has contributed to economic development and employment in Prince George’s County. Her knowledge and expertise will be an invaluable asset to the team at the Revenue Authority Board.
Summer Youth Enrichment Program Hosts Job Fairs to Place More Applicants
One of two job fairs hosted by the Summer Youth Enrichment Program.
The Summer Youth Enrichment Program, Prince George’s County’s nationally recognized youth summer jobs program, continues to exceed the County Executive’s initial goals. In January, we announced that SYEP would double the number of jobs available for youth, from 3,000 to 6,000. After an overwhelming response with more than 10,000 applications received, the SYEP team has worked to secure further job commitments and will place 7,000 youth in jobs this summer.
SYEP held two job fairs in the month of June to connect 18-22-year-old SYEP applicants who had yet to be placed in summer jobs. Hundreds of SYEP applicants showed up to meet with employers that have partnered with Employ Prince George’s. These applicants brought resumes and interviewed with companies in attendance, some of which received job offers on the spot. These job fairs are just one way the SYEP team has been going above and beyond to place as many SYEP applicants as possible.
If your business is still looking for summer employees and would like to hire SYEP talent, please reach out to Employ Prince George’s at 301-618-8400.
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