Utility Work Update
Next week, WSSC’s water line contractor will be making pavement repairs on Leland Street, 44th Street, and Willow Lane.
WSSC’s sewer contractor will begin a sanitary sewer replacement project on Walsh Street.
Thank you for your continued patience during the ongoing utility work. Please contact the Town Office at townoffice@townofchevychase.org or 301-654-7144 if you have any questions.
Seeking Town Residents of 50 Years or Longer
The Centennial Committee wants to honor our long-time residents. So, if you -- or someone you know -- has lived in the Town continuously for 50 years or longer, please contact the Town Office by calling 301-654-7144 or by sending an e-mail to townoffice@townofchevychase.org. Include the name, address, phone number, and the number of years of Town residence. We will be in touch to follow up.
A Town Centennial Independence Day Picnic & Parade
July 4, 11:45 AM-2 PM, Lawton Center Grounds
11:45 a.m.: Parade & Dixieland Band
The parade begins at 11:45 a.m., led by the Dixie Land Trio. Come to the Lawton Center at 11:15 a.m. to decorate your bikes, scooters, wagons and baby carriages. The Town will provide decorating supplies.
12 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.: Picnic
Bring your appetite and picnic blanket! Enjoy Red, Hot & Blue barbeque and Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. Vegetarian options are available upon request. Please RSVP for a caterer count by June 22 to the Town Office at townoffice@townofchevychase.org or 301-654-7144.
The reading of the Declaration of Independence is a Town 4th of July tradition. Readers of all ages will be invited to take part in this community presentation during the picnic.
1 p.m.: Centennial Cake-Cutting & Salute to Long-Time Residents
Two 100th anniversary cakes add to the afternoon’s festivities for all to enjoy. The Town will recognize residents who have lived in the Town for 50 years or longer, and two will cut the first pieces.
12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.: Chevy Chase on My Mind and My Town Mural
If you missed the historical exhibit on display as part of the June 17 garden tour, stop in the Town Hall during the picnic. Learn about our Town and how it grew. Everyone, especially children, is encouraged to add their artwork or prose to an evolving Town mural also on display in the Town Hall.
Sidewalk Closures
The excavation work at 7272 Wisconsin Avenue is continuing through June 30, 2018. The closed west sidewalk on Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355) between Elm Street & 7220 Wisconsin Avenue will remain through June 30, 2018, with anticipated extension. Signage will continue to direct pedestrians around the work zone. Also, the 7272 Wisconsin Avenue construction access and staging will continue with the closed right lane of southbound Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355) between Elm Street & Bethesda Avenue. A flagging operation and signage will direct pedestrians and motorists through the work zone. For inquiries, please contact David Chaconas at 202-303-3089, dchaconas@carrprop.com or Alison Wertzler at 202-461-3979, awertzler@carrprop.com.
Since May 30, JPG Plumbing Services has closed the sidewalk in front of the following addresses on Wisconsin Ave in Bethesda, MD; 7758, 7756, 7754, and 7752. Weather and progress permitting the sidewalk should reopen no later than June 30, 2018. Signage will be in place to detour pedestrian traffic around the work zone during the entire closure. If you have any questions prior to or during the scheduled closure please call Brian Murphy at 240-459-5156 or email at bmurphy@jpgplumbing.com.
Upcoming Meetings & Events: Please visit the Town website (www.townofchevychase.org) to view the Town calendar.