Prince George's Proud:
An Update From County Executive Alsobrooks
Dear Prince Georgians:
This month marks Women’s History Month and yesterday, March 8 marked International Women’s Day. We are Prince George’s Proud to use this month as an opportunity to celebrate the many contributions that women have made to our County and our nation.
The national theme for Women’s History Month this year is Valiant Women of the Vote: Refusing to be Silenced. This theme is especially fitting as we celebrate the shattering of a major glass ceiling this year, with Vice President Kamala Harris making history as the first woman to serve as Vice President.
As we celebrate the many contributions of women to our society, I’m reminded of a quote from former First Lady Michelle Obama: “No country can ever truly flourish if it stifles the potential of its women and deprives itself of the contributions of half of its citizens.”
That’s why I am proud we have so many women working and leading in Prince George’s County. It is also critically important that we recognize the women who have served as essential workers over the past year during an unprecedented pandemic, including in our County government. We sincerely thank you for working hard to keep our County running and keep us safe.
On Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 12:00 noon, we will honor a number of women serving the Prince George’s County community as we host our 36th Annual Women’s History Month Virtual Luncheon. Our team is working hard to prepare an amazing virtual program that will celebrate women who have made important contributions to our County and nation. We look forward to sharing additional details with you soon.
Finally, the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System has a number of resources and events to celebrate Women’s History Month. I encourage you to view these resources and attend several virtual events in the coming weeks here.
I hope that during the month of March, you will take some time to reflect on the many ways women have positively impacted our County, State and nation. In addition, let’s all make sure we thank the women who have made positive impacts on our lives and in our communities.
Yours in service,
Angela Alsobrooks
Prince George’s County Executive
Emergency Rental Assistance Program Relaunch
 The Prince George’s County Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) relaunched the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) on Thursday, March 4, 2021, offering relief to landlords on behalf of renters experiencing financial difficulties due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Landlords of multi-family, single-family, condominium and cooperative rental properties with eligible tenants suffering from financial difficulties or loss of income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic are eligible to apply if they hold a valid County rental license.
Tenants can apply on their own if their landlord will not apply on their behalf. DHCD has also partnered with a number of community organizations that will offer free assistance to landlords and tenants with completing and submitting an application. Visit the DHCD website at hcd.mypgc.us to learn more about the application process and required documents, and to complete an application.
Dine Prince George’s
 The Economic Development Corporation is launching Dine Prince George’s, a new initiative to support our local restaurants. Restaurants can enter for a chance to win up to $3,000 in the Dine Prince George's Restaurant Contest. It takes less than 5 minutes to enter and you have multiple chances to win.
Each week, starting Monday, March 15 at 12:00 AM, patrons can vote for their favorite County restaurants until that Friday at 2:00 PM. Winners will be announced at 4:00 PM and removed from voting. The contest restarts the next Monday at 12:00 AM with another opportunity to vote for your favorite County restaurant to win.
Right now, we are in the entry period and restaurants can enter through Saturday, March 13. To learn more and enter your restaurant, click here.
Stand Up & Deliver
 We are continuing to work hard to address food insecurity in our County, and we want to provide information on upcoming distribution locations for our Stand Up & Deliver program.
Friday, March 12 at 12:30 PM
- Faith Temple No. 2 Free Will Baptist Church – 211 Maryland Park Drive, Capitol Heights, MD (Groceries)
- First Baptist Church of District Heights – 7234 Lansdale Street, District Heights, MD (Groceries)
- Turner AME Church – 7201 16th Place, Hyattsville, MD (Meals)
Saturday, March 13 (Groceries)
- New Home Baptist Church (10:00 AM) – 8320 Landover Road, Landover, MD
- Kingdom Fellowship at High Point High School (10:00 AM) – 3601 Powder Mill Road, Beltsville, MD
- United Baptist Church (11:30 AM) – 7701 Riverdale Road, New Carrollton, MD
Additional food distribution locations can be found on our website by clicking here. This map is updated regularly. If you are able to make a contribution to our Stand Up & Deliver program, please click here to donate.
Office of Community Relations Launches COVID-19 Vaccine Pre-Registration Blitz
The Office of Community Relations pre-registered residents for the COVID-19 vaccine at a recent grocery distribution event.
The Office of Community Relations is working hard to ensure residents are pre-registered to receive their COVID-19 vaccinations, ultimately helping organize broader vaccine delivery into the community once the vaccine supply increases from the State and federal governments.
The Pre-Registration Strategic Blitz is a coordinated effort between the Office of Community Relations’ 311 on the Go! Division, the Health Department, the Office of Emergency Management, the Department of Family Services and the County Executive’s Office to ensure our seniors and most vulnerable populations receive the vaccine. Since February 16, we have hosted more than 8 Pre-Registration to Vaccination events in the northern, central and southern regions of the County. Through this collaborative effort that includes dedicated volunteers, over 840 seniors have been pre-registered at various venues throughout the County.
If you are interested in hosting a Pre-Registration to Vaccination event or would like to volunteer, please contact Office of Community Relations Project Manager Thomas Johnson by email at 311onthego@co.pg.md.us.
COVID-19 Day of Remembrance
The COVID-19 Day of Remembrance display at the National Harbor.
On Friday, March 5, 2021, we held a Day of Remembrance in solidarity with the State of Maryland to mark the one-year anniversary of the first COVID case in Maryland, honoring the lives of the Prince Georgians and Marylanders we have lost to this terrible virus. We put together a virtual video tribute to mark the occasion, and we partnered with the National Harbor to light the Capital Wheel with amber lights. If you missed our virtual video tribute, you can view it online here.
Chief Administrative Officer Tara Jackson Sworn into Office
CAO Jackson takes the oath of office with her family by her side.
Please join us in congratulating our Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Tara Jackson, who was officially confirmed by the County Council and sworn into office last week. She has been serving as Acting CAO since December 2020, and prior to that served as our Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Government Operations, the Deputy County Attorney in the Office of Law, and Principal Deputy State’s Attorney during County Executive Alsobrooks’ tenure as State’s Attorney. We know CAO Jackson will continue to do an excellent job for Prince Georgians, serving this community she has been a part of her entire life.
Department of Corrections Director Corenne Labbé Sworn into Office
Department of Corrections Director Corenne Labbé takes the oath of office.
Please join us in congratulating Director Corenne D. Labbé, who was officially sworn in as the Director of our Department of Corrections. Director Labbé was appointed Acting Director of the Department in August 2020 upon the retirement of former Director Mary Lou McDonough. Prior to that, she worked her way up the ranks through the Department, eventually becoming Deputy Director of the Bureau of Administration. Director Labbé is well-versed in grant writing and grant management and has traveled across the country to teach best practices to other jurisdictions. She has extensive knowledge of the Department of Corrections and the criminal justice system, and we know she will continue to serve our community with excellence in this new role.
Boards and Commissions Receive New Members
Recent Board Members and Commissioners were sworn into office.
Several Boards and Commissions recently received new members after being confirmed by the County Council. We want to congratulate Mr. Michael Riddick, who was sworn in as a Commissioner for our Commission for Veterans. Mr. Riddick is a National Service Officer with the National Association for Black Veterans where he provides information, counseling and claims service to veterans and their dependents.
We also want to congratulate the newest members of our Board of Ethics, Ms. Melanie Barr-Brooks of Upper Marlboro and Ms. Charlene R. Gallion of District Heights. The Board renders advisory opinions to officials and County employees on all questions arising under the Code of Ethics. The Board also hears and deliberates on complaints presented by the Office of Ethics and Accountability and authorizes the conduct of investigations in connection with the Code of Ethics.
We know all of these individuals will do an excellent job serving the citizens and residents of Prince George’s County in their respective roles.
Take Charge of Your Health
 Register now for the Health Department’s free, online diabetes management classes. The spring edition of the Living Well Diabetes Self-Management Program meets online every Thursday starting Thursday, March 11. The program includes six free classes with trained leaders who will help you develop a healthier lifestyle and provide you the best tools to keep it going!
To register, call 301-856-9643 or email wellnessinfo@co.pg.md.us. For more information, please visit health.mypgc.us/livingwell.
New Programs from Employ Prince George’s
 KEYS Program
The Knowledge Equals Youth Success (KEYS) Program serves young adults ages 18-24 who are disconnected from education and employment opportunities. We partner with local organizations to provide career opportunities for young adults who face significant barriers to employment. To learn more about how your organization can invest in the County’s youth, contact Denise Higgs at DMHiggs@co.pg.md.us or 301-618-8422.
Virtual Veterans Kiosk
Take advantage of this unique service of the Veterans Employment Program! You will speak with one of our veterans who can connect you with information about registering with Maryland Workforce Exchange, employment opportunities, resume and application help, benefits, trainings and more. Join us every Monday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM here.
Library Offers Online Banking Classes
 Spanish speakers can earn a $50 Walmart gift card by completing two virtual online banking classes with the Library's “Ready, Set, Bank” (Listos, clic, avance) program on March 17 and 18 from 4:00-5:30 PM. Email lance.lambert@pgcmls.info or message 240-687-5911 on Whatsapp to register.
Los hispanohablantes pueden ganar una tarjeta de regalo de Walmart de $50 al completar dos clases de banca virtual en línea con el programa “Ready, Set, Bank” (Listos, clic, avance) de la biblioteca el 17 y 18 de marzo de 4:00 a 5:30 PM. Envíe un correo electrónico a lance.lambert@pgcmls.info o envíe un mensaje al 240-687-5911 en Whatsapp para registrarse.
Bilingual Visioning Workshop for the West Hyattsville-Queens Chapel Sector Plan
 The Prince George’s County Planning Department of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) will host a bilingual Virtual Visioning Workshop for the West Hyattsville-Queens Chapel Sector Plan on Saturday, March 13, 2021 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Virtual Visioning Workshop attendees will craft an overall vision for the future of the West Hyattsville-Queens Chapel plan area and participate in virtual breakout sessions that include neighborhood asset mapping, visual preference surveys, and identifying community priorities.
To participate, register here. Log-in information will be provided prior to the meeting to all who register. For the best virtual experience, participants are encouraged to download the Microsoft Teams App to your computer, tablet, or smartphone to join the meeting. Attendees should register by Friday, March 12, 2021 at 12:00 PM. To learn more about the sector plan, click here or contact the project team at WHQC@ppd.mncppc.org.
Prince Georgians Land Deal on Shark Tank
 We want to congratulate “Everything Legendary,” a local plant-based food company that landed a major deal recently on ABC’s Shark Tank! Learn more about this local company here.
County Executive Alsobrooks Named to Maryland Daily Record’s Power 100 List
 Congratulations to our County Executive, Angela Alsobrooks, for being included in the Maryland Daily Record’s inaugural Power 100 List, recognizing Marylanders who are influential in shaping the future of our State. You can read the brief article and see the entire Power 100 List here.
Takeout Tuesday Features The College Park Grill
 Check out the latest video from our Economic Development Corporation’s Takeout Tuesday series, featuring The College Park Grill.
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