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Month of July

As we close out the month of July, we want to take a moment to reflect on all that we have accomplished together. This month was filled with opportunities to serve, uplift, and connect with our community. From impactful community events and youth programs to engaging conversations with residents and partners, July reminded us of the power of unity and collaboration.

We are grateful to every volunteer, organization, and community member who showed up and gave their time, talents, and energy to make a difference. Your dedication continues to move our vision for a stronger Prince George’s County forward.

As we turn the page and step into August, we do so with renewed commitment and excitement for the work ahead. Thank you for walking alongside us and being part of this journey. Together, we will continue to make a lasting impact.

Warm regards,
Council Member Sydney Harrison
Prince George’s County – District 9

Upcoming District 9 Events

Eagle Harbor Day

The community is invited to attend Eagle Harbor Day! Happening this Saturday, August 2nd from 10 AM to 5 PM at 23320 Patuxent Blvd in Aquasco, MD. Hosted by Autumn Joi from 10 AM to 2 PM, this free waterfront celebration promises a full day of family-friendly fun, including performances by an award-winning marching band, live music, face painting, pony rides, moon bounce, food vendors, presentations, giveaways, and opportunities to meet local elected officials. It’s a joyful gathering of neighbors and friends in the spirit of community. More details can be found at townofeagleharborincmd.org/.

National Night Out

with PGPD Division V

Council Member Sydney J. Harrison invites the District 9 community to celebrate National Night Out 2025 with the Prince George's County Police Department District V on Tuesday, August 5, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Baden Volunteer Fire Department (16608 Brandywine Road, Brandywine, MD 20613). This event promotes strong police and community partnerships and will include meet-and-greets with law enforcement, local vendors, family activities, games, giveaways, food, and drinks.

Additional events will take place at District II/Dutch Village (5010 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro) from 5:30 PM–8:30 PM and at the District VII Police Station (11108 Fort Washington Rd, Fort Washington) from 6:00 PM–9:00 PM. Let’s come together to promote safety and unity in our community! Contact CouncilDistrict9@co.pg.md.us or call 301-952-3820.

University of Maryland

Extension Open House

Mark your calendars for a fun-filled evening at the University of Maryland Extension Open House, hosted by Prince George’s County Extension on September 4, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at 6707 Groveton Dr., Clinton, MD 20735. This free-entry event offers a fantastic opportunity to discover community programs, enjoy complimentary ice cream, take home a free plant, and explore the exciting Community Showcase. Don’t miss out on this great chance to connect, learn, and enjoy with neighbors and local organizations! For more information and registration, scan the QR codes on the flyer.

Farm & Family Day

Bring the whole family out for a day of fun at Farm & Family Day on September 7, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Baden Firehouse, located at 16608 Brandywine Rd, Brandywine, MD 20613. This free-entry event, presented by the Prince George’s County Farm Bureau, will feature a variety of exciting activities including kids’ games, pony rides, a petting zoo, a tractor show, face painting, food vendors, agricultural education, safety training, and more. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate local agriculture and enjoy a great day with the community!

Prince George’s County

Agriculture Week

Celebrate agriculture in Prince George’s County during Prince George’s Agriculture Week, taking place from September 4–7, 2025! The week kicks off on Thursday, September 4th with the University of Maryland Extension Open House from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM at 6707 Groveton Drive, Clinton, MD, featuring community programs and youth county fair exhibit drop-offs. On Friday, September 5th, join the Ag Collective Social from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM for networking with local producers, gardeners, and urban farmers. Saturday, September 6th is all about discovery during Farmers Market & Farm Exploration Day; an opportunity to explore all that Prince George’s agriculture has to offer. The celebration concludes on Sunday, September 7th with the beloved Farm & Family Day from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Baden Firehouse, 16608 Brandywine Rd, Brandywine, MD. This week of events is presented by the Prince George’s County Farm Bureau and offers something for everyone. Don’t miss it!

District 9 Updates

Road Closure: Water Main

Replacement Project Update

WSSC Water would like to notify the community about a planned complete road closure of Brandywine Road between Piscataway Road and just north of Surratts Road, scheduled to begin on July 7, 2025, and continue through mid-October. This closure is part of the Clinton Zone Water Main Installation Project – Phase 4, which involves underground pipe installation to improve the area’s water infrastructure. No thru access will be permitted during this time, with the exception of local traffic, and residents will maintain access to their driveways. Detour signage will be posted to guide motorists. WSSC Water appreciates the community’s patience and understanding as this critical work is completed. For more information, community members may contact Tim Allen at 240-676-5970 or tim.allen@wsscwater.com, or Steve Mogel at 240-302-6324 or steven.mogel@wsscwater.com.

County Updates

Energy Relief Available

for Pepco Customers

Maryland Governor Wes Moore recently joined Pepco and The Salvation Army to announce the launch of a new Customer Relief Fund, offering up to $300 in one-time energy bill assistance for eligible limited- and moderate-income residents. With $19 million in total aid available across Maryland, this fund aims to ease the burden of rising utility costs. Starting in early July, qualified Pepco customers can apply through The Salvation Army if they are income-qualified and have at least $250 in past-due balances. Approved funds will be applied directly to Pepco accounts.

In addition to this new fund, Pepco offers a variety of support tools including payment plans, due-date extensions, energy-saving tips, and federal/state assistance programs. For more information or to apply, visit pepco.com/ReliefMD or call 202-833-7500. More relief programs for D.C. customers will be announced soon.

El Gobernador de Maryland, Wes Moore, se unió recientemente a Pepco y al Ejército de Salvación para anunciar el lanzamiento de un nuevo Fondo de Alivio para Clientes, que ofrece hasta $300 en asistencia única para ayudar con las facturas de energía a residentes de ingresos bajos y moderados. Con un total de $19 millones en ayuda disponible en todo Maryland, este fondo busca aliviar el impacto del aumento en los costos de servicios públicos. A partir de principios de julio, los clientes elegibles de Pepco podrán presentar su solicitud a través del Ejército de Salvación si califican según los requisitos de ingreso y tienen al menos $250 en saldos vencidos. Los fondos aprobados se aplicarán directamente a las cuentas de Pepco.

Además de este nuevo fondo, Pepco ofrece diversas herramientas de apoyo, incluyendo planes de pago, extensiones de fecha de vencimiento, consejos para ahorrar energía y programas de asistencia estatales y federales. Para más información o para solicitar asistencia, visite pepco.com/ReliefMD o llame al 202-833-7500. Próximamente se anunciarán programas similares para los clientes del Distrito de Columbia.

Tuesday Tip:

Dumpster Fires

Trash can fires can happen unexpectedly and are often caused by hazardous materials or human error. To keep our community safe, avoid tossing cigarette butts, mixing hazardous items with regular trash, or disposing of solvents, motor oil, and aerosol cans in curbside containers. Join our mobile recycling and household hazardous waste events, and learn more at mypgc.us/clearthecurb. Let’s keep our neighborhood clean and danger-free!

Los incendios en los contenedores pueden ocurrir de forma inesperada y suelen ser provocados por materiales peligrosos o errores humanos. Para mantener nuestra comunidad segura, evite tirar colillas de cigarrillos, mezclar materiales peligrosos con residuos comunes, o desechar solventes, aceite de motor y latas de aerosol en los contenedores del borde de la acera. Únase a nuestros eventos móviles de reciclaje y de desechos peligrosos del hogar, y obtenga más información en mypgc.us/clearthecurb. ¡Mantengamos nuestro vecindario limpio y libre de peligros!

Summer Waste Collection

To help protect our sanitation crews from the summer heat, Prince George’s County will begin curbside waste collections earlier—starting at 5:00 A.M.—from June 30 through September 30. Residents are encouraged to place their trash, recycling, and compost bins out the night before their scheduled pickup day to ensure timely collection. If you experience a missed pickup, contact PGC311 for assistance. For more information, visit mypgc.us/clearthecurb. Let’s work together to keep our community clean and our workers safe during the hot summer months.

Upcoming County Events

Tekau’s Heart Memorial

5K Run/1 Mile Walk

Join The Tekau’s Heart Memorial Foundation on Saturday, September 13 at 8:00 AM for their annual 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk at the Woodrow Wilson Bridge (192 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745). This inspiring event honors the legacy of Tekau and promotes heart health and community healing. Packet pick-up and on-site registration will take place from 6:30 AM to 7:45 AM at the M-NCPPC Police Substation. Whether you walk or run, come out and be part of a meaningful morning filled with purpose and motivation. For more information or to register, visit www.tekausheart.org and follow @tekaus_heart on social media.

Food Trucks @ WKC

Get ready to spice up your lunch plans! Starting May 30th, join us every Tuesday and Friday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building (1301 McCormick Dr, Largo, MD 20774) for Food Trucks @ WKC! Enjoy a rotating variety of entrée and dessert trucks assembled on the side of the building. There’s something new and delicious each week. Come hungry and bring a friend!

Residential Street Sweeping Program

The Prince George’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation has announced that Residential Street Sweeping for Zones 11–15 will begin on June 23. This vital program helps maintain clean and healthy communities by removing debris and pollutants from our roads, which improves air quality and prevents pollution from entering local waterways. Residents are reminded to remove all vehicles and obstacles from the street on their scheduled sweeping day, as areas with blocked curbs cannot be serviced. If trash or recycling pickup falls on the same day, please place bins on the curb away from the street. Street sweeping will occur between 9 AM and 3 PM. For schedule details, visit mypgc.us/sweep, and direct any questions or concerns to streetsweeping@co.pg.md.us.

El Departamento de Obras Públicas y Transporte del Condado de Prince George ha anunciado que la limpieza residencial de calles para las Zonas 11–15 comenzará el 23 de junio. Este importante programa ayuda a mantener nuestras comunidades limpias y saludables al eliminar desechos y contaminantes de las calles, lo que mejora la calidad del aire y evita que los contaminantes lleguen a las vías fluviales locales. Se les recuerda a los residentes que deben remover todos los vehículos y obstáculos de la calle en su día programado de limpieza, ya que las áreas con el borde de la acera bloqueado no podrán ser atendidas. Si el día de recolección de basura o reciclaje coincide con el día de limpieza, coloque los contenedores en la acera, lejos de la calle. La limpieza de calles se realizará entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 3:00 p. m. Para obtener más detalles sobre el calendario, visite mypgc.us/sweep, y para preguntas o inquietudes, puede comunicarse a streetsweeping@co.pg.md.us.

Job Opportunities

Scholarship Opportunities

Taylor Thomas Education

Scholarship Opportunity

The Better Family Inc. is proud to present the Taylor Thomas Education Scholarship, a Maryland-based initiative dedicated to easing the financial burden of higher education. This scholarship provides $1,000 in financial assistance to five students pursuing higher education at a four-year accredited university or a trade school in the upcoming Spring or Fall. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens who are either graduating high school seniors or current college students. Required application materials include proof of enrollment or acceptance, a professional headshot, and a PDF of FAFSA information. The application window is open from July 15, 2025, to September 20, 2025. Late submissions or missing documents will result in disqualification. Interested students are encouraged to apply at thebetterfamily.com and direct any questions to info@thebetterfamily.com.

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