Greetings District 8 Neighbors,
On March 5, 2020, we learned of the first three Marylanders who tested positive with Covid-19.
Prince George’s County held a COVID-19 Day of Remembrance to honor Prince Georgians who have lost their lives to COVID-19 on Friday, March 5, 2021, at the National Harbor. The combination of the lights on the Capital Wheel, and the memorabilia video tribute on the Jumbotron, along with chairs displayed for each council member representing lives lost in their district, was sobering to witness.
Thank you to County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and her team for providing a beautiful setting that we could stand in solidarity honoring the more than 7,748 Marylanders, who sadly succumbed as a result of the coronavirus.
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Prince George's Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) Relaunched on Thursday, March 4, 2021.
Landlords can apply on behalf of their tenants experiencing financial difficulties due to the pandemic. Tenants can also apply, if their landlord will not apply for funding on their behalf.
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Special Thanks to @PGCHANGEMAKERS for the honoring me with being a Political Trailblazer!
District 8 Council Member Monique Anderson-Walker was joined by State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy, Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. (BAMFI) co-founders, Derrica Wilson and Natalie Wilson, and Dr. Lynne Lightfoote, OB/GYN, on February 25th, to present “Black and Missing, Lives Lost….Let’s Find the Truth!”
Council Member Anderson-Walker hosted the virtual discussion about racial disparities impacting two major issues - the alarming numbers of missing minority children and adults, and sobering birth mortality rates for Black women. Click Here to learn more about these silent crisis happening in our communities and the need for equitable decision-making.
Click Here for a Legislative Briefing summary for March 1-5, 2021.
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Interested in attending the virtual County Council Meetings to stay informed! Link posted below for links to join meeting, meeting agendas and recordings of past meetings. Click here County Council Meetings Calendar |
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County Executive’s COVID-19 Vaccine Bulletin – March 5, 2021. These bulletins provides updates on the County’s vaccine distribution process, and available county and state locations for vaccinations. Click for:
English version - https://bit.ly/3kgQQOg
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Six Flags is a State-operated vaccination site, and the County does not control nor manage the scheduling of appointments. To receive updates when appointment slots open at Six Flags and other State vaccination sites, text “MDREADY” to 898-211.
We know 2020 was a tough year for us all! However, we know that some people were able to use the year in positive ways to enrich their lives. Please email your story by Friday, March 19, 2021 to Gina Anderson-Ford at rmaford@co.pg.md.us
Share how you "Made 2020 Count" so we can celebrate these uplifting moments to inspire others. The stories will be shared in a "Moving Forward" District 8 newsletter. Everyone, all ages, are welcome to submit their personal story.
Women's History Month is to recognize and celebrate women who are making an impact in their communities, their nation and the world.
"A strong woman stands up for herself. A stronger woman stands up for everybody else." - Unknown
Self-care is vital for your mental and physical health. Take good care of yourselves and continue to practice social distancing, wear your mask and wash those hands.
In Dedicated Service,
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