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Hello Neighbors,
I hope you all had a fantastic July 4th, filled with laughter, joy, cherished moments spent with loved ones, and for those always on the go, rest. With summer in full swing, I want to remind everyone to stay safe and take care in the midst of the summer heat. However, don't let the rising temperatures dampen your spirits, as District 8 has an array of fun and educational opportunities coming up.
In service,
Edward Burroughs III
Prince George's County Council, District 8
LEGISLATIVE UPDATES
NEW PROPOSED LEGISLATION
CB-66-2023 Under Review by the Planning, Housing, and Economic Development Committee
Thursday July 6th
In The Community
Council Member Burroughs and Governor Wes Moore had a great time at the Maryland Municipal League Conference. MMLC is an opportunity for municipal leaders across the state to come together to gain knowledge and build skills that will improve their ability to serve the citizens they represent.
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Last week, Experience Prince George's hosted a Marketing Outlook Meeting for small businesses in the County. Council Member Burroughs invited small businesses from District 8 to participate in a strategic driven conversation with leaders in the industry.
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District 8 Office Intern Desmond Jordan at Woodside Village Senior Apartment Living Facility distributing box lunches to residents. |
COUNCIL OFFICE UPDATES
COMMUNITY EVENTS
YOUTH EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS
Join Jacobs Ladder Trade Career Academy for a field trip to Chaney Enterprises. Teens will learn about careers in construction and participate with hands on demonstrations.
Date: July 18, 2023
Meeting Location: 1301 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD 20744
Time: 9:30 am (Bus leaves at 10:00 am; Returns at 12:00 pm)
Free Event
Transportation and meals will be provided
Every Tuesday and Thursday 1 PM- 2:30 PM
Exposing troubled youth to educational opportunities and resources to create career paths.
Jacobs Ladder Youth Foundation's Juvenile Re-Entry Aviation Program starts on July 11.
UPDATES FOR FOREST HEIGHTS RESIDENTS
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NEW MAYOR
Council Office District 8 congratulates Troy Barrington Lilly on his inauguration as the new Mayor of Forest Heights.
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UPDATES FOR FORT WASHINGTON/ OXON HILL RESIDENTS
The State Highway Administration has initiated preliminary design activities for the first phase of improvements in the MD 210 Pedestrian and Bicycle Study in Prince George's County.
The study recommended concepts for pedestrian and bicycle facilities adjacent or parallel to MD 210 between I-95/I-495 and Old Fort Road South, a total of approximately 6.5 miles.
The MD 210 Pedestrian and Bicycle Connectivity Project is being conducted as part of a coordinated series of projects along the MD 210 corridor, which also includes the:
- Kerby Hill Road Interchange
- Palmer Road/Livingston Road Interchange
- Short-term improvements for vehicular, pedestrian, and bicyclist safety at spot locations throughout the corridor
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
FAMILY RESOURCES
The Prince George's County Family Justice Center provides technical assistance, consulting services, and resources to communities around the world. We are the clearinghouse, research center, and national affiliation organization for Family Justice Centers and other Multi-Agency Centers serving survivors of interpersonal violence.
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The Prince George's County Family Justice Center New Hours of Operation |
The extended hours will allow the PGCFJC to provide greater accessibility to survivors of domestic violence, elder abuse, sexual assault and human trafficking. The PGCFJC will now be open later on Thursdays and Fridays. In addition, beginning July 15, 2023, the PCGFJC will be open on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Monday – Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Thursday – 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Friday – 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday – 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. (Beginning July 15th)
FREE CLASSES
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Assistance Programs
CONNECT WITH US
Office Phone: 301-952-3860
Office Email: councildistrict8@co.pg.md.us
Utility Relief Assistance Program offered from H.O.P.E. & Stone of Help CDC
Households that are at or below 80% AMI that have not received utility assistance from Prince George’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) are eligible for ONE-TIMEfinancial assistance payment per property address for past due electric, gas, or water bills up to $500. Applicants will need to contact H.O.P.E. for further details on how to apply for assistance.
Housing Options & Planning Enterprises Inc.
Tanya Adams
Intake Specialist
301-567-3330
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