Greetings District 8 Neighbors!
Last August, we had festive community gatherings in District 8 on National Night Out. I have to tell you that this month, I really missed talking, laughing, line dancing, eating, meeting, hugging, capturing the memories by taking photos and spending time with you at this yearly event. All ages are present and it is indeed a night we all come together, excited to see one another, realizing we are all a part of the same community, DistrictGr8.
We are resilient, but we are also human. I know many of us would like to wake up one day to find this has been a dream or should I say, a nightmare. But, unfortunately that is not the case, we are definitely in our New Reality. I hope that you are doing your best to focus on your mental and physical health, which is so important, as we continue to "Move Forward". We are learning how much stronger and adaptable we really are!
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We continue to be on the ground in the community. Thanks to the Office of Community Relations for the donations of toilet paper and masks, which we distributed at one of our partner sites, Fort Washington Baptist Church. We also provided hot meals, along with the bags of supplies, to those in need.
I shared what worked best for me personally, when the pandemic started, in this article of The Washington Informer Special Edition: Health Wellness & Nutrition Supplement, August 13, 2020. Coping suggestions are provided, which you may find helpful and check out the exciting announcement of the District 8 "Victory Gardens". To Subscribe to my YouTube page, Click https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZkNHcN6-kqINT0MZH2dvzA
which host the "MOVING FORWARD" Zoom events cited in the article, along with many other District 8 hosted events addressing mental/physical health and an array of subjects that may interest you and someone you know. We like keeping you informed!
District 8 - Our 2nd Charrettes Meeting is September 23, 2020 - 6:30-8:30 pm. We will be sending you a Survey next week to complete for information needed for the Community Planning Meeting. I want and need your voices to be heard and a part of the process for our community. Please register to attend the meeting by clicking on this link:
REGISTER HERE
Let's transform our communities to be more healthy and vibrant!
We are so grateful for our Partners and Sponsors! This page is being updated with even more Partners/Sponsors that have supported our community efforts to share with you.
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DEADLINES LISTED BELOW - IMPORTANT INFORMATION, SHARE WITH OTHERS!
For information on voting and getting a ballot mailed to you so that you can vote for the Presidential Election. Click HERE
DEADLINE TO REGISTER TO VOTE (ONLINE, BY MAIL OR IN PERSON) - Tuesday, October 13, 2020 by 9:00 pm EST. Postmarks must be by Tuesday, 10/13 - 9:00 pm EST
DEADLINE TO UPDATE NEW ADDRESS - TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13
DEADLINE TO REQUEST A BALLOT BY MAIL MUST BE RECEIVED BY OCTOBER 20, 2020 (probably best to do ASAP)
EARLY VOTING PERIOD - Thursday, October 22, 2020 to Thursday, October 29, 2020 - 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
ELECTION DAY - November 3, 2020 - 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
DEADLINE TO RETURN COMPLETED ABSENTEE BALLOT: Must Be Postmarked on or before Tuesday, November 3, 2020
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Please be counted! You can complete the questionnaire over the phone by calling 1-844-330-2020 or CLICK HERE
Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive: DPW&T, in partnership with OCR, is holding its final Stuff the Bus event on Wednesday, August 19. There are two drop-off locations, Largo and Oxon Hill. Help provide school supplies for our youth in need!
Join the Office of Community Relations on Saturday, August 22 for a Back 2 School Grab-N-Go Event! Giveaways include pre-packaged meals and non-perishable goods, backpacks, school supplies, community resources, and more. To register, CLICK HERE
It is that time again, a new school year starting on August 31, 2020! However, this will be a very different start to any other school year and in some ways, a continuance of how the 2019 school year ended. CEO Dr. Monica Goldson announced that Prince George's County schools are reopening with Distance Learning on August 31, 2020 and will continue until January 29, 2021. There will be a full school day, 5 days a week. Small group instruction will be provided to special groups, i.e., English language learners and special needs students.
Prince George's County Public Schools website Click Here
For Distance Learning and Special Education: Workshop Series for Parents: Click HERE
Wishing you and your children a very productive and healthy school year!
Prince George’s Community College is hosting two virtual registration sessions. For more information:
Fall 2020 Virtual Registrations for August 15 and August 22 - CLICK HERE
Community Legal Services of Prince George’s County is offering FREE legal representation and resources for tenants facing evictions or who have questions about their rights during the pandemic.
The State of Maryland has announced the reopening of the COVID-19 emergency health insurance enrollment period, now ending December 15. If you need health insurance, make sure you get covered by visiting: CLICK HERE
#PGCCOVID19
El estado de Maryland ha anunciado la reapertura del período de inscripción del seguro médico de emergencia COVID-19, que ahora termina el 15 de diciembre. Si necesita un seguro médico, asegúrese de obtener cobertura visitando: CLICK HERE
#PGCCOVID19
The Survey is available in English and Spanish. Complete the Survey by Monday, August 31st.
English: CLICK HERE
Español: CLICK HERE
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The 2020 Prince George’s County Police Reform Work Group, created by County Executive Angela Alsobrooks, is comprised of community advocates and public officials who will develop insightful recommendations on police reform, helping our Police Department become a model for the nation.
The Work Group will be co-chaired by Maureen Lamasney, Prince George’s County Circuit Court Judge, and Delegate Alonzo Washington. After a comprehensive study and review of the Police Department, the Work Group will create a recommendation report. The County Executive will receive that report no later than October 30, 2020, and use the report to determine appropriate Police Department reforms.
Effective August 3, the Brown Station Road Sanitary Landfill will fully reopen for residential customers. Remember to wear a face covering and stay at least 6 feet away from others when disposing of your materials. #PGCCOVID19
A partir del 3 de agosto, el vertedero sanitario Brown Station Road se volverá a abrir por completo para clientes residenciales. Recuerde usar una cubierta para la cara y al menos 6 pies de distancia de los demás al desechar sus materiales. #PGCCOVID19
Join the Office of Community Relations Friday, August 21 from 10:00 AM to noon as they distribute C.A.R.E. Kits for residents in need. Registration is required at: OCRCAREKITS2020.eventbrite.com
Due to the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 7, yard trim collections will be suspended and will resume on Monday, September 14. Regular collections of trash and recycling will occur Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, September 11. #LaborDay
Debido al feriado del Día del Trabajo el lunes 7 de septiembre, las recolecciones de recortes de jardín se suspenderán y se reanudarán el lunes 14 de septiembre. Las recolecciones regulares de basura y el reciclaje se realizarán del martes 8 al viernes 11 de septiembre. #LaborDay
It is hard to believe that we are in the middle of August already, but I hope like me, you wake up every morning thankful that we are still here! Thriving and Moving Forward! Continue to be kind to yourselves and others, take deep breaths and exhale, knowing that this too shall pass! The District 8 office is here for you. We Are All in This Together!
In Dedicated Service,
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