WEEKLY TOWN UPDATES
September 15, 2023
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Upcoming Special Events
TOCC Book Club, September 18
Coffee and Playdate in the Park, September 24
Trash and Treasures, September 30-October 1
Fall Festival, October 15
Flu Clinic, October 17
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September 20 Town Council Meeting
The next regular meeting of the Town Council will be held on Wednesday, September 20 at 7 p.m. in the Town Hall and by Zoom video conference. View the agenda here.
The September 20 Council meeting will be preceded by a discussion at 6 p.m. between the Town Council and Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich (see below).
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County Executive Marc Elrich to Attend September 20 Town Council Meeting
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will attend the Town Council’s September 20 meeting to discuss initiatives that are of interest to, or impact, the Town. Among other issues, Mr. Elrich will address the Bethesda Market Park project, County budget priorities, the Purple Line, plans for economic development and private sector job growth, and affordable housing.
Residents are invited to attend this discussion, which will begin at 6 p.m., either in person or by Zoom video conference.
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2023-2025 Parking Permits
Renew by September 30
Current parking permits will expire on September 30, 2023. Parking permits are issued only for vehicles belonging to residents who live on a street within a designated permit parking area (see map).
To renew permits or request new permits, simply complete the form. If requesting a new permit, and the car is not registered at a Town address, you must upload proof of residency in the form of a lease, utility bill, or similar document. In addition to parking permits, two guest permits will be issued per household. The parking permit should be permanently affixed to the left rear (driver’s side) bumper of the vehicle to facilitate the frequent checks made by the Town’s parking enforcement officers. The guest permit should be placed on the dashboard of the visitor’s car and retrieved after the visit. Vehicles that do not display current decals or guest passes will be ticketed.
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RainScapes Supplemental Rebate Program
The Town offers a program that provides residents who complete a County RainScapes project with a supplemental rebate of up to 50% of the County rebate amount, with the total combined rebate limited to 85% of the total cost of the project.
The County's online portal to apply for a RainScapes rebate reopened on Tuesday, August 1 and will stay open until the maximum limit of applications is received, or by October 15. Most applicants who submit new applications in August should plan for spring 2024 installations. Apply here. If you need help identifying a suitable RainScapes project for your property, you may sign up on the Town website to participate in the Town's free Consulting Water Management Program, wherein the Town's consulting engineer will visit your property and provide a written report with recommendations on improving water drainage and runoff, including recommendations for RainScapes-eligible projects. After completing a RainScapes project, a homeowner should submit copies of project receipts and a copy of the paid County rebate receipt to the Town to receive the supplemental rebate.
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Give Blood. Give Hope.
The Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. Fewer donors than needed gave blood this summer, drawing down the national blood supply & reducing distributions of some of the most needed blood types to hospitals. Please sign up to give now: rcblood.org/donate.
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Our Town of Chevy Chase Book Club will meet Monday, September 18 at 7 p.m. in the Town Hall to discuss The Sentence by Louise Erdrich. A ghost story that takes place in a bookstore; a love letter to stories, readers and booksellers. Join us for wine, snacks and discussion. We always have a great discussion!
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Coffee and Playdate in the Park, September 24
Meet old and new neighbors (with or without kids) for coffee & snacks while the kids burn off energy at the Lawton Center playground (4301 Willow Lane) on Sunday, September 24, from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
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Trash & Treasures, September 30-October 1
The Town’s fall Trash and Treasures is scheduled for the weekend of September 30 and October 1. The Town offers this curbside bulk trash collection so that residents can dispose of items that are no longer usable. Please remember to bag, box, or contain all of your discards, and do not put items at the curb before noon on September 29 or after 7 a.m. on October 2.
The following items will not be collected as bulk trash: construction debris; vehicle parts; loose glass; firewood or fencing; paint cans; flammable or hazardous materials; recyclable items; and yard waste. If you have items that can be recycled or repurposed, we encourage you to come to the Lawton Center on Saturday, September 30 for our Community Recycling & Shredding event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (see below)
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Community Recycling and Shredding EventSaturday, September 30, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Lawton Center Parking Lot
Shred Your Documents: Shred Ace will shred documents. Staples and paper clips are okay. No batteries, binders, or books.
Recycle Clothing and Home Goods: The Interfaith Works Clothing Center will collect clothing and home goods to donate to low-income County residents. Please put items in secured plastic bags. Donate Furniture & Household Items: A Wider Circle will collect gently used furniture and household items to donate to families in need. For large items, please email furnish@awidercircle.org or call 301-608-3504 to schedule a pick-up. Recycle Electronic Equipment: SAMR will collect electronic equipment -- anything with a plug or a battery -- for recycling. Donate Sports Equipment: Leveling the Playing Field (LPF) will collect used and excess sports equipment to donate to programs and schools serving low-income communities. Donate Books: The Town will collect books for Friends of the Library, Montgomery County (FOLMC). Please bring clean, gently used books in a box or bag. No magazines or encyclopedias. Exchange Light Bulbs: Montgomery County will exchange light bulbs of any type for 3 new LED bulbs.
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2023 Fall Festival, October 15
The Town is partnering with the Lawton Center to host the 2023 Fall Fest. The event will take place on Sunday, October 15 from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Lawton Center parking lot. Join us for pumpkin painting, moon bounces, music performance by the BCC Jazz Band, and so much more! All ages welcome!
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Flu Clinic, October 17- Adventist HealthCare will administer flu shots on Tuesday, October 17 from 2 to 7 p.m. in the Town Hall.
- Shots will be administered to anyone nine years of age and up.
- The cost for the standard vaccine for those without Medicare Part B is $35.
- There is no charge if Medicare Part B is your primary insurance.
- Cash and checks (payable to LifeWork Strategies) are accepted.
- A high dose vaccine ($80) is available for persons 65 years of age and older.
Please sign up for the program by Friday, October 13. You must sign up to receive a flu shot.
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Chevy Chase at Home (CC@H)
CC@H is a member organization providing social and educational programs to neighbors of all ages and support services to older adults. You can learn more at www.chevychaseathome.org.
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