Special Events

Ann Wild Farewell Gathering, June 9
TOCC Book Club, June 17
Round House Theatre Discussion Group, June 23
Discussion and Desserts, June 25
Independence Day Picnic and Parade, July 4

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June 12 Town Council Meeting

The Town Council will hold its regular monthly meeting on June 12 in the Town Hall and by Zoom video conference. The agenda for this meeting is available here.

Please note that each Council meeting features a public comment period during which any resident may address the Town Council on any topic of interest or concern.  The scope of the comment period is not limited to items on the agenda, so please feel free to join in person or by Zoom to share your thoughts on issues such as Town programs and services, major projects that are underway in and around Town, and traffic and pedestrian safety. We look forward to hearing from you.

Multi-family Housing is Coming to the Town
Town Council Seeks Resident Input

Public Forum Will be Held on 
Thursday, June 13 at 7 p.m., Town Hall

For the past two months, the County Planning Department and the Planning Board have discussed strategies to increase the housing supply by allowing market-rate multi-family housing in current single-family neighborhoods, including the Town. This initiative aims to diversify housing options for young professionals, working families, seniors, and others, rather than specifically increase affordable housing.

Join the public forum on Thursday, June 13 at 7 p.m. in the Town Hall 

The Town Council will host a public forum to address questions and gather further feedback as it prepares its public testimony for the County Council. If you are unable to attend this meeting, please submit questions and comments to townoffice@townofchevychase.org. The Council will review all comments and respond to all questions. 

The County’s recommendations fall into four categories, each with potential impacts on the Town:

-- Small-scale housing would allow duplexes, triplexes and quadplexes on all Town lots, subject to the Town’s building regulations for height, setback, massing, water drainage, and so forth.

-- Medium-scale housing (updated as of May 30, 2024) would permit 3-4 story stacked flats, small apartment buildings, and townhouses on lots located within 500 feet of Connecticut and Wisconsin Avenues. Town building regulations might not apply as that will be determined through the site plan submission process. All projects would be subject to public input. However, unless comments/concerns are submitted, the projects would be administratively approved by the Planning Department Director. If concerns are submitted, the project would require public presentations and hearings in front of the Planning Board much like the process for approval of the Corso Chevy Chase Senior Living community. Please see a map of Town lots that would be eligible for AHOM (zoom in to see impacted lots).

-- Large-scale housing would enable the development of live-work buildings, 4+ story stacked flats, and larger apartment complexes along Connecticut Avenue through designated master plans, requiring extensive public input. 

-- Other attainable housing initiatives would include Town lot combinations/sub-divisions, financial incentives for multifamily housing, and metrics development for housing outcomes. 

Share your comments and questions:
Residents are encouraged to send feedback on the County’s attainable housing initiatives to both the Town Council at TownOffice@TownofChevyChase.org and the Planning Board at MCP-Chair@mncppc-mc.org. 

See How the Bethesda Market Park is Shaping Up!

Revised Park Design Presentation, June 18, 7 p.m., Zoom

On Tuesday, June 18 at 7 p.m. via Zoom, the Parks Department will present the revised design for the Bethesda Market Park. This updated plan incorporates public feedback from last year’s community meetings, an online community survey, and a Town resident survey. The revised design includes amenities, such as a water feature, shade/stage structure, and a multi-generational play area, for which the Town is considering additional funding.

Residents are encouraged to participate in the virtual meeting, review the revised plan, and submit comments to the Town Council by June 30. The Town Council will review all feedback, with the intention of discussing and potentially voting on a resolution regarding additional financial support for the project at the July 10 Council meeting.

The Zoom link for the meeting is mocoparks.org/BMPZoom. Please visit bit.ly/bethesdapark for more information and to register for the meeting. Registration is optional, but encouraged to receive updates about the project.

Ann Wild Farewell Gathering, June 9

Please join us at the Town Hall on Sunday, June 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. as the Town honors Ann Wild for her many years of civic service. There will be tea sandwiches, festive desserts, and wine -- as well as proclamations of thanks. 

Ann not only moderated Town Neighbors for 16 years, but she also chaired the Community Relations Committee for several years -- first, alone for four years beginning in 2008 and then as co-chair for three years with Bridget Hartman.

TOCC Book Club Meets June 17

The Town of Chevy Chase Book Club has selected Beneath a Scarlet Sky by Mark Sullivan for our next read. It’s based on a true story of espionage, suspense and love in WWII Italy. We will meet on Monday, June 17 in the Town Hall at 7 p.m. All residents are welcome.

Report Crimes & Incidents to MCPD and Town

In an emergency, please call 911. Please report all crimes, incidents (including non-emergency vehicle accidents), or suspicious activity to MCPD’s non-emergency line at 301-279-8000. See MCPD’s guidance on when to call the non-emergency line. Both 911 and the non-emergency line are equipped for callers with hearing and/or speech impairments.  

Additionally, please report all crimes, incidents, and suspicious activity to the Town Office so that we can notify our contracted police officers and work with the 2nd District to respond accordingly.

Crimewatch

Lock Your Cars
We want to remind residents to ensure that your cars are locked at all times. Also, please do not leave house or car keys, or any valuable items, in your vehicles. If you observe any suspicious activity, please report it to the police immediately at 911.  Report any crimes that have already occurred to the police at 301-279-8000. 

Mail Theft & Check Washing
We also want to remind residents of ongoing theft of mail from U.S Postal Service mailboxes. Montgomery County has seen a rise in cases that can also include check washing. More information on check washing and how to protect yourself from check washing is available here. Those who believe their mail was stolen should report it immediately by submitting an online complaint here or by calling USPIS at 877-876-2455. If you observe any suspicious activity, please report it to the police immediately at 911. Report any crimes that have already occurred to the police at 301-279-8000.

Fraud
The County's Financial Crimes Section of the Montgomery County Department of Police (MCPD) is part of the Criminal Investigations Division. The Section investigates fraud, forgery, embezzlement, confidence games, counterfeiting checks and credit cards, financial exploitation of the elderly, and identity theft.  

Town Neighbors Listserv

Residents are encouraged to connect with fellow residents through the private Town Neighbors listserv.

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.

Do You Want To Assist Older Adults in Your Neighborhood?
Have you considered volunteering with Chevy Chase At Home? Would you like to spend an hour or two each month assisting a local neighbor? We invite you to learn more about providing services to older adults in your neighborhood including friendly visits, rides to the grocery store or medical appointments, running an errand, tech help, minor repairs, and household tasks depending on your interests. Please contact us at info@chevychaseathome.org or (301) 657-3115 to learn more about volunteer opportunities with Chevy Chase At Home.