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Monday, April 30, 2024

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On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, Prince George’s County will hold its Presidential Primary Election.  

Primary Election Important Dates & Deadlines. 

Early Voting Dates and Voting Center Locations.

Ballot Box Drop Off Locations. 

 Deadline to register to vote and update voter registration:  Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 5 PM (in office) 11:59 PM (online).

Early Voting:  Thursday, May 2, 2024 – Thursday, May 9, 2024 (includes a Saturday and Sunday). 

Polling locations will open at 7 AM and close at 8 PM

Presidential Primary Election Day: 

Tuesday, May 14, 2024. 

Polls open at 7 AM and close at 8 PM

The Town of Brentwood Town Hall is an Election Day Site! 

Deadline for receipt of Mail-In Ballot Request forms:

Tuesday, May 7, 2024. 

Applications must be received at the Prince George’s County Board of Elections in person by 8 PM

If the application is faxed or emailed please submit by 11:59 p.m. The deadline to request an electronic mail-in ballot is May 10, 2024, by mail at 5 PM and by email at 11:59 PM 

For additional information and/or forms, 

visit  www.elections.mypgc.us or 

the State Board website @ www.elections.state.md.us 

april 2024 Newsletter Link

Town of Brentwood & Town of North Brentwood

Special Meeting for Windom Road RFP Bid Selection

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Via This Zoom Link

The Next Workshop/meeting/Hearing  is

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:30 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

Town of Brentwood is Hiring!

Police Officer-Full Time

Public Works-Full Time

Program Coordinator-Part Time

Email info@brentwoodmd.gov for more information

Next New Town Hall Tour

Thursday, May 2,, 2024 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, June 14, 2024. 

For Police Services Contact

 FOR EMERGENCIES: 911

 FOR NON-EMERGENCIES: 301-352-1200 

 POLICE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: 301-864-1858

The town of Brentwood 

the police department is hiring Police Officers

Definition and Description

Salary $55,000

The Brentwood Police Department is seeking men and women that demonstrate the characteristics of sound judgment, honesty, reliability, integrity, and the ability to blend the philosophy of community-oriented policing with a desire to best serve the interests of the residents of Brentwood.

Typical Duties Include, but are not limited to:

• Patrolling assigned areas to include all public and private businesses and residences, parking areas, and streets

• Directing vehicular traffic; enforcing traffic laws; directing pedestrian traffic

• Enforcing all applicable Town, County, State, and Federal laws

• Investigating crimes; securing and protecting the scene of a crime and the immediate area surrounding the crime scene so that no evidence is disturbed

• Arresting persons observed or suspected of committing crimes

• Prepare comprehensive reports and testify in court proceedings

 Please submit your resume to: info@brentwoodmd.gov

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• 21 years of age

• Hold a valid driver’s license

Mandatory Requirements:

Successfully graduated from a Certified Police Academy or eligible for recertification as determined by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission.

The starting salary is $55,000. 

Competitive benefits package offer to include: State Retirement / 457 package / take-home vehicle / full paid benefits (medical-dental-vision)

For questions please contact (301) 864-1858 or info@brentwoodmd.gov

REMINDER

§ 18-4 Confinement; Exception

Dogs, cats, and other animal pets shall be confined at all times to the premises of their owners, except when under the immediate and effective control of said owner or custodian, specifically on a leash not to exceed six feet in length.

§ 18-5 Actions considered public nuisance.

A. No owner shall fail to provide effective care and control of his pets to prevent them from becoming a public nuisance. Excessive, continuous, or untimely barking, howling, or making of other noises, molesting passersby, chasing vehicles, habitually attacking other domestic animals, trespassing upon school grounds, or trespassing upon any other property in such a manner as to damage the property or excreting on property other than that of the owner shall be deemed a nuisance.

§ 18-13 Violations and penalties.

A. Violations of this chapter shall be punishable as a municipal infraction as provided in this chapter and the Brentwood Code. 

With the exception of § 18-8, the fine for the first violation shall be $50, and the fine for the second and subsequent violations will be $200.

Pepco and the Arbor Day Foundation Provide 

Free Trees for Energy-Efficient Living

PEPCO to make 600 trees available to residential customers, 

in turn reducing costs, improving energy efficiency, and 

furthering sustainability

WASHINGTON, D.C. (February 19, 2024) – Pepco customers can now request a free tree to plant at their home as part of the company’s partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation’s Energy-Saving Trees program. Residential customers can reserve a complimentary tree on a first-come, first-served basis and reap the energy-saving benefits that trees provide.

Pepco will make 600 free trees available to customers throughout its Maryland and District of Columbia service regions. Customers can choose their tree from several types of species native to the northeast region, such as Baldcypress, River Birch, Eastern Redbud, Red Maple, and Flowering Dogwood. Trees will be delivered by mail by the end of May. Visit arborday.org/Pepco to reserve a tree while supplies last. Pepco reminds customers to know what’s below and call 811 to have utility underground lines marked before they begin planting.

“The trees planted under this program enhance our communities while providing numerous energy-saving and environmental benefits to our customers,” said Valencia McClure, Pepco region president. “In our 13th consecutive year of partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, we feel incredibly grateful for their collaboration to foster a program that aligns with our dedication to addressing environmental challenges faced by our community members. Together, we’ll create a path toward a cleaner energy future for all.”

When planted properly, trees provided through the program have the potential to reduce energy bills by 15 to 30 percent as they grow. Trees also play a critical role in protecting homes from the summer sun and breaking up winter winds for better energy efficiency, in addition to improving the air we breathe. Customers can find interactive tools online through the Arbor Day Foundation to help them determine where to plant their trees for energy savings.

“We are proud to continue an over decade-long partnership with Pepco, whose dedication to the Energy-Saving Trees program only echoes the company’s larger commitment to improving their communities,” said Kristen Bousquet, program manager at the Arbor Day Foundation. “Trees provided through our program can help reduce carbon emissions and filter stormwater while also providing critical energy savings, benefiting both the environment and Pepco’s valued customers.”

The trees distributed by Pepco since beginning its partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation are expected to absorb more than 1 million pounds of air pollutants save nearly 33 million kWh of energy, and provide more than $12 million in combined energy and community benefits.

Pepco is committed to powering a more sustainable future for our service area by engaging in several programs that better our communities. The Sustainable Communities Grant Program provides funding to open space projects, community resiliency programs, environmental conservation efforts, and improvements to parks and recreation resources. Furthermore, our Climate Commitment and Path to Clean goals align our operations, grid investments, and customer product offerings to enable the company to meet the climate change and clean energy goals of the communities in which we operate.

Pepco has also been a Tree Line USA member for more than 20 years. Tree Line USA is a partnership between the Arbor Day Foundation and the National Association of State Foresters that recognizes public and private utilities for pursuing best practices that protect and cultivate America's urban tree canopy. Learn more about urban planting work done by the Arbor Day Foundation at arborday.org.

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.    

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.