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Friday December 22, 2023

Viernes 22 Diciembre 2023

December 2023/Janauary 2024

Newsletter Link

The NEXT Town Council workshop/Meeting

 is scheduled for

Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 6 PM

residents can view this meeting 

via Comcast channel 71, Verizon channel 36, and  on YouTube at this link at

 tinyurl.com/brentwoodmd 

For public comment Before, during, and After

 the meeting, email info@brentwoodmd.gov

Revised version of 

Ordinance 2023-03

Shrubs and Trees click here

Special Meeting to discuss Ordinance 2023-03 

Saturday, August 5, 2023, at 6 PM

Meeting agenda LinK 

YouTube Meeting Link

For more information on Ordinance 2023-03

Special Meeting & Public Hearing  Recording Lin from Tuesday, June 29, 2023

Hearing and Special Meeting

Shrubs and Trees Presentation

Next New Town Hall Tour

Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 10 AM

Email info@brentwoodmd.gov for a TOUR! 

Meet at Town Hall, 4300 39th Place, Brentwood, MD 20733 

to sign the tour waiver!

road closure

3700 BLOCK OF UTAH STREET THE STREET WILL BE CLOSED 8 AM-5 PM (DAILY)

FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION FOR THE NEW TOWN HALL

UNTIL Friday, March 1, 2024. 

For Police Services Contact

 FOR EMERGENCIES: 911

 FOR NON-EMERGENCIES: 301-352-1200 

 POLICE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: 301-864-1858 

THE TOWN OF BRENTWOOD HAS A NEW POLICE CHIEF!

On Tuesday, December 19, 2023, Deputy Chief Alli was promoted and sworn in as the Town of Brentwood's

New Police Chief 

CONGRATULATIONS

How to Shop Safely Online:

Always place orders from a secure connection.

Know the merchant and their reputation.

Avoid offers that seem too good to be true.

If you are buying a Gift Card, read the Terms &  Conditions.

Don't use an e-store that requires more info than necessary. 

Package Theft Prevention Tips

Provide delivery instructions.

Select a signature delivery.

Have packages delivered to your office if possible.

Sign up for delivery alerts.

Ask a trusted neighbor to help.

Keep purchases out of sight when shopping.   Place items in the trunk or concealed areas of your vehicle and do not leave them in plain view.

To help prevent a break-in of your residence, please ensure that all boxes and packaging are broken down and properly disposed of.  You do not want to alert thieves to your new purchases.  

Lastly, always be aware of your surroundings.   Remember if you are celebrating the holiday season, please do it responsibly.  Have a designated driver, and drink responsibly.  

Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 

Imtiaz Alli

Chief of Police

Cómo comprar de forma segura en línea:

Siempre haga sus pedidos desde una conexión segura.

Sepa quién es el comerciante y su reputación.

Evite las ofertas que parezcan "demasiado buenas para ser verdad" 

Si está comprando una Tarjeta de regalo, lea los Términos y condiciones

No uses una tienda electrónica que requiera más información de la necesaria para realizar la venta

Consejos para la prevención del robo de paquetes

Requerde dar instrucciones de entrega.

Seleccione una firma de entrega.

Haga que le entreguen los paquetes en su trabajo si es posible.

Regístrese para recibir alertas de entrega.

Pídele ayuda a un vecino de confianza.

Mantenga las compras fuera de la vista cuando vaya de compras. Coloque los artículos en el maletero o en áreas ocultas de su vehículo y no los deje a la vista.

Para ayudar a evitar un robo en su residencia, asegúrese de que todas las cajas y empaques estén desarmados y desechados adecuadamente. Debe evitar alertar a los ladrones sobre sus nuevas compras. 

Por último, siempre sea consciente de su medio ambiente. Recuerde que si está celebrando la temporada navideña, hágalo con responsabilidad. Tenga un conductor designado y beba responsablemente. 

Tengan una Feliz Navidad y un Próspero Año Nuevo.  

IMTIAZ ALLI

Jefe de Policía 

District 47 MDOT Community Meeting

Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at 6:30 PM

Meeting Zoom Link

Fall is the time to clean up your property for the wintertime. Take a look at what you can do to improve your yard. Clean up any piles of brush and debris that may have accumulated in your yard. The brush can be placed out on Sunday nights for Monday pick up if it is tied in small bundles or placed in paper bags not weighing more than 30 pounds. If you have appliances or furniture you want to dispose of (please no construction debris or materials) they can be removed for free by calling Bates Trucking at 301.773.2069 by 2 PM on Tuesdays before the Wednesday trash pick-up. You can have three (3) large items per week removed free of charge. These are small things that you can do to greatly improve your property and make your Town look better. We all need to work together to keep the town looking great. Thank you, your efforts are greatly appreciated.

Llegó el otoño y ahora es el momento de limpiar su propiedad para invierno. Echen un vistazo a lo que puede hacer para mejorar su jardín. Limpie los desechos que puede haberse acumulado en su propiedad. Los desechos de jardín se pueden colocar en la acera los domingos por la noche para recogerlo los lunes si se los atan en pequeños manojos o se los colocan en bolsas de papel que no pesan más de 30 libras. Si tiene electrodomésticos o muebles que desee botar (por favor, no materiales o desechos de construcción), se pueden tirar de forma gratuita llamando a Bates Trucking al 301.773.2069 antes de las 2 PM el martes antes de la recolección de basura el miércoles. Se puede disponer de tres artículos grandes por semana gratuitamente. Estas son pequeñas medidas que se pueden tomar para mejorar su propiedad y hacer que la comunidad se vea mejor. Todos necesitamos trabajar juntos para mantener la comunidad limpia. Gracias. Agradecemos mucho sus esfuerzos.

Is your PEPCO Street Light Out

Lights out? Let us know! You can quickly and easily report your outage via text message*, the Pepco mobile app, or by calling customer service at 1-877-737-2662. Online services and phone numbers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

PEPCO Report a Pole Outage (Lights Out or Trees in Power Lines)

• https://www.pepco.com/Outages/ReportAnOutage/Pages/ReportStreetLightOutage.aspx

To report downed wires and life-threatening emergencies

call Pepco at 1-877-PEPCO-62 (877-737-2662). 

This number is available 24 hours a day, 

If you need additional help, please call 

Customer Service Center at 202-833-7500.    

Applying Energy/Water Assistance - Maryland Department of Human Services

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.