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Fri June 2, 2023

Virnes, 2 de Juniuo de 2023

STREET CLOSURE UNTIL JUNE 23, 2023, 8 AM-5 PM

3700 BLOCK OF UTAH STREET THE STREET WILL BE CLOSED FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION FOR THE NEW TOWN HALL

Splash Frog is Open at Bartlett Park!

Town Of Brentwood

Frog Splash Park

Is Open 12 PM-5 PM Thru

September 2023

Ciudad de Brentwood

La Fuente De La Ranita Ahora Está Abierta

Todos Los Días De 12pm-5pm

Hasta De Septiembre, 2023

For Police Services Please Contact

FOR EMERGENCIES: 911

FOR NON-EMERGENCIES+: 301-352-1200

POLICE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES:

301-864-1858

Town of Brentwood Administrative Office for General Questions, Vehicle Release, & Citation Information ONLY.

Other Inquires such as Code Enforcement

Yard Waste/Trash/Recycle Pick Up, Illegally Parked Cars &

For other local Government Inquiries contact

***info@brentwoodmd.gov* *or 301.927.3344***

For inquiries regarding any issues, or complaints that fall under the jurisdiction of Prince George’s County, Dial 311

Safety Tips

For Parents Leaving the Kids Home Alone. What are the rules/guidelines to follow when leaving kids home alone? The following is what is considered acceptable by child protective services.

Children aged 7 and under should not be left alone for any period of time.

Children ages 8-10 should not be left alone for more than three hours.

Children ages 11-13 should not be left alone for more than 12 hours.

Children ages 14-15 should not be left alone for more than 24 hours.

Children ages 16-17 may be left alone for over 24 hours with a plan in place concerning how to respond to an emergency.

Things to consider with babysitting services.

Children under age 11 should not provide childcare (babysitting)

Children age 11-15 who are placed in a childcare role are subject to the same time restrictions of being left alone as listed above.

Children ages 16-17 may be left alone for more than 24 hours with adequate adult backup supervision.

Tips for Parents Keeping Them Safe at Home

Have an area for emergency contact information and ensure the child knows where it is located.

Ensure they know how to call the police and what to expect when they call. Role-play it out.

Have an emergency escape plan in place and practice it several times per year.

Train them to keep the doors and windows locked at all times.

Discuss with them not to open the door to anyone you have not approved of.

Have set check-in times with them throughout the day to ensure they are safe.

Leave them a daily plan of activities/chores to keep them occupied.

Have basic rules posted they need to follow?

REMINDERS

Grass!

§ 44-1 Duty of owners or occupants of land; penalty.

It shall be the duty of the owner, occupant, or any agent in charge of any land in the Town of Brentwood to remove from such land any weeds, briars, brush, and grass thereon of 12 inches or more in height within seven days, Sundays and legal holidays excepted
Upon failure to comply with such notice, it shall be the duty of the Mayor and Town Council to cause the removal; and the costs of such removal shall be a lien upon and shall be assessed by said Mayor and Town Council as a tax against the property on which the above-mentioned conditions and situations are located

Fines.

(1) The amount of the fine for a municipal citation issued for a violation of this article shall be as follows:

(a) Initial offense: $100.

(b) After the levying of the initial offense, each additional 30 days that said offense exists will result in an additional penalty of $200.

(c) Repeat offense in same one-year period $200.

(2) If the violation poses or has posed a clear and imminent danger to health, safety, or welfare or a substantial hardship to the occupant of the property, the violation shall carry a fine of $500.

MixT Food Hall is Hiring!

Part & Full-Time Bartenders

Contact S. Patterson at spatterson@mixtfoodhall.com

Notary Public

The Town of Brentwood, MD staff offers FREE notary public services for residents of Brentwood at the Town Hall.

If you are NOT a Brentwood resident there is a small nominal fee of $5 dollars. A confirmed appointment will be needed during regular Town Hall office hours. Monday–Friday 9 AM–5 PM Contact info@brentwoodmd.gov or (301) 927-3344, for more information or to schedule an appointment.

June 2023 Proclamations

2023 LGBTQ Proclamation

2023 Juneteenth Proclamation

Water service turnoffs have resumed. WSSC Water is urging customers to establish convenient payment plans or apply for financial assistance to prevent a turnoff. Don’t wait, call 301-206-4001 Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 7 PM.

Late fees have resumed on WSSC Water bills, except for customers enrolled in their Customer Assistance Program (CAP). If you need help with your bill, call 301-206-4001. Visit wsscwater.com/assistance to learn about their financial assistance programs.

Customers can make arrangements to significantly reduce their WSSC water bills. Click here to view the program flyer in English and Spanish.

To learn more about WSSC Water’s customer financial assistance programs, visit: www.wsscwater.com/assistance.

For information in Spanish, www.wsscwater.com/asistencia.

Prince George's County &

State of Maryland resources

Washington Gas AMP Program

Washington Gas has launched the Arrearage Management Program (AMP), which provides guidance, resources, and assistance to customers who are unable to pay their energy bills on time during the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to apply.

Click here for bill assistance.

Launch of PGC311 APP

Whether it's a missed trash pickup, parking issues, potholes, towing, or more – the new PGC311 APP that launched on March 10, 2023, will get your questions or requests handled, with updates in real-time. Learn more.

Food Resources

The updated Community Food Distributions Chart is available here.

Suicide Prevention Lifeline

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, was launched. This new number can be more easily reached by calling or texting 988, or chatting on 988lifeline.org.

Small Business Resources

During the pandemic, the County worked hard to support local and small businesses in Prince George’s County. Through various assistance programs, the County provided millions of dollars in grants to help businesses stay afloat and recover.

See attached information on various programs and resources that help County businesses grow and thrive. Check out some of the new programs launched during the Alsobrooks Administration.

The County’s economic development agencies have many programs and resources available to support small businesses in Prince George’s County. Click here to view their implemented programs to help businesses grow and thrive.

Rapid Re-Employment Grant Program

Employ Prince George’s is still accepting applications for the Rapid Re-Employment Grant Program. Businesses hiring and interested in receiving up to $15,000 in funding per new employee are encouraged to apply. Learn more and apply here: http://www.employpg.org/rapidgrants/

Economic Development Pathways Program

Did you know about our Economic Development Corporation's Pathways program? Pathways is a FREE and dynamic series of programs that take a deep dive into important economic development and business topics dedicated to growing our small and local businesses. Register for an upcoming session or watch a past one here: www.pgcedc.com/pathways

Homeowner Assistance Fund

The Maryland Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) is accepting applications to assist homeowners struggling to pay their mortgage due to COVID-19 through the Maryland Homeowner Assistance Fund. To learn more about the program and apply, visit: https://dhcd.maryland.gov/.../HomeownerAssistanceFund.aspx

Transportation ad Logistics Consortium

(TALC) Program

The TALC program will pay returning citizens and young adults $15 - $20 an hour to learn and prepare for a career in warehousing, transportation, or logistics. For further details click here. To register click here.

Homeowner Assistance Program

If you are a homeowner and struggling to pay your mortgage due to COVID-19-related financial hardships, assistance is on the way. The Maryland Department of Housing & Community Development will be launching The Maryland Homeowners Assistance Fund in late 2021 to assist homeowners statewide. To learn more, click here.

Living Well Chronic Disease Self-Management Program

The Health Department is offering free classes for residents who have been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes starting Wednesday, October 27. The Living Well Diabetes Self-Management Program is a series of self-management classes that meet virtually once a week. A variety of topics will be covered that support developing a healthier lifestyle and teach you how to partner with your healthcare team. Registration is required. Learn more here.

Maryland Energy Bill Assistance

Federal and state energy assistance programs are available to eligible Maryland residents who need help paying their bills.

To apply for any of these programs, contact the Office of Home Energy Programs in your area or call 800-332-6347 or visit dhr.maryland.gov/ohep For more information learn click here.

Career Pathways for All Program

Have you heard about the Career Pathways for All program? Immigrants and refugees in the County can receive free career advice, skills training, and job search assistance through Employ Prince George’s. Learn more here: https://www.employpg.org/CPFA/

Child Tax Credit

Did you know that President Biden’s American Rescue Plan increased the amount of the 2021 Child Tax Credit to support families with children? Visit ChildTaxCredit.gov to learn more.

FEMA Funeral Assistance

The FEMA Funeral Assistance Program can help you cover the burial and funeral costs of a loved one who passed due to COVID-19. Applications are open and you can apply by calling 1-844-684-6333. Learn about requirements: https://www.fema.gov/.../coro.../economic/funeral-assistance

Fuel Fund of Maryland

The Fuel Fund of Maryland may be able to help income-eligible residents with fuel bills. Learn about the fund and find out if you might be eligible by visiting: https://fuelfundmaryland.org/

Maryland SNAP Hotline

The Homeless Persons Representation Project (HPRP) has launched a hotline to provide free legal help for Maryland families in order to get and keep their SNAP benefits. Call 1-800-613-2518 to learn more and access help.