County News

Department of Environmental Protection Invites Public Input on Ways County Can Encourage On-Site Management of Stormwater - The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is soliciting input from the public on ways County codes, regulations, programs, and policies may need to be updated to further encourage use of Environmental Site Design (ESD) stormwater management techniques. For more information go to: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/apps/News/press/PR_details.asp?PrID=6588

County Offers Farmer's Market Coupons to Low-Income Seniors - A limited number of free farmer‚s market coupon books will be distributed to low-income seniors in Montgomery County beginning June 1. The coupons may be used at farmer‚s markets in Montgomery County between June 1 and October 31, 2010. For more information go to: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/apps/News/press/PR_details.asp?PrID=6587

Thousands of Volunteers Engaged in Earth Month Activities; Volunteer Center Urges Residents to Keep Spirit Going Year Round - An estimated 4,000 volunteers throughout Montgomery County participated in more than 100 projects in April, which was proclaimed Earth Month by Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett. For more information go to: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/apps/News/press/PR_details.asp?PrID=6583

What's Brewin‚ - Assistant Chief Scott Graham appeared recently on County Cable‚s „What‚s Brewin‰ program to provide insight into Fire and Rescue‚s Operations during the big snow storms just a few short months ago. For more information go to: http://mcfrs.blogspot.com/2010/05/whats-brewin-with-assistant-chief-scott.html

Public Renaming Ceremony for Rockville Library to be Held May 28; New Display in Library Features Memorabilia from Soldiers‚ Families - A formal ceremony marking the official renaming of the Rockville Library to the Rockville Memorial Library will be held on Friday, May 28 at 11 am in the front of the building at 21 Maryland Ave., Rockville. For more information go to: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/apps/News/press/PR_details.asp?PrID=6582

Nominations Open for Board Distinguished Service Awards - The Board of Education is seeking nominations for the 14th annual Awards for Distinguished Service to Public Education. For more information go to: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/press/index.aspx?page=showrelease&id=2757

The New Summer Recreation Guide is Here! - The new Summer Recreation Guide is packed chock full of fun and different activities for you and your family this summer. From swimming to yoga to sports to senior trips ˆ the Guide has it all! As part of our effort to Go Green and save costs, the Guide will no longer be mailed out to our customers. You can view and download the complete Guide on our website at: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rec Printed copies of the Guide will also be available for pick up at Recreation centers, County libraries, Black Rock Center for the Arts, Strathmore Hall, Revenue Authority Golf Courses and other recreational facilities. Registration for Summer Session Activities begins May 17th. Registration for swim lessons at our indoor pools begins May 19th at 6:30 am, and swim lesson registration for outdoor pools begins June 7th at 6:30 am. Registration is quick and easy on RecWeb, our on-line registration site located at: http://recweb.montgomerycountymd.gov

Rockville Farmers Market Season Opens Saturday, May 15 - The first of two Rockville farmers markets will open for the season, beginning Saturday, May 15, in Rockville Town Center on the corner of Route 28 and Monroe Street. For more information go to: http://www.rockvillemd.gov/news/2010/05-may/05-10-10.html

The Montgomery County Council will Interview Four for Chair of County Planning Board on Wednesday, May 12 - The Montgomery County Council will interview four applicants who are interested in filling the position on the Montgomery County Planning Board for the expiring term of Royce Hanson (Democrat). His term will expire on June 14, 2010. Dr. Hanson, who is chair of the Planning Board, did not apply for reappointment. For more information go to: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/Apps/Council/PressRelease/PR_details.asp?PrID=6586

MCPS Study Documents Positive Effects of Full-Day Prekindergarten - Students in Montgomery County Public Schools‚ (MCPS) full-day Head Start prekindergarten (pre-K) program are generally more ready for kindergarten and demonstrate higher academic performance in kindergarten, according to a school system report. For more information go to: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/press/index.aspx?page=showrelease&id=2755

Rockville Mayor and Council Adopt New "Green" Building Code - At their Monday, May 10, meeting, the Mayor and Council adopted a revised version of Chapter 5 of the City Code, "Buildings and Building Regulations." The ordinance is effective July 1. For more information got to: http://www.rockvillemd.gov/news/2010/05-may/05-11-10.html

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: NEED STUDENT SERVICE LEARNING CREDITS? - The YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase is looking for volunteers to help at their Y Triathlon on May 16, 2010 at 7:30 am. This super sprint triathlon is for ages 10 through adult and includes a 250 yard swim, 4.8 mile bike ride, and a 1.5 mile run. All volunteers will receive a free t-shirt. The YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase is located at 9401 Old Georgetown Road in Bethesda, Maryland. For more information or to volunteer, please visit: http://www.triitnow.com/Ytri.htm