More detail on each agenda item is provided below.
Updates from the Office of the Inspector General and the Office of Internal Audit
Author: Patrick Herron
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Edfried “Hans” Gassner, age 83, was last seen Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at approximately 11:30 a.m., in the 11400 block of Rokeby Ave.
Gassner is approximately 5-feet, 4-inches tall and weighs 140 pounds. He has blue eyes and is bald. He was last seen wearing a grey hat, a yellow and brown shirt and beige pants.
There currently a power outage in the area of the Falls Road Golf Course (10800 Falls Rd) on Falls Road in Potomac. According to Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Pete Piringer, several transformers blew and the power is currently out in area. There is no fire evident. Currently there is a severe thunderstorm watch issued for Montgomery County until 9pm.
We will post an update when more information becomes available. No estimated timeline yet on when power will be restored. Residents in the area can check their exact out status at https://secure.pepco.com/powerOutages/opcoPremiseAddress
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Quarry House Tavern at 8401 Georgia Ave in Silver Spring was recently featured in Thrillist’s 19 Best Burger Joints in DC Right Now article. The famous MoCo dive bar offers a selection of different burgers, including angus beef, bison, and wild boar. Fun Fact: Quarry House is the owner of Montgomery County’s liquor license #2 (Hank Dietle’s is the proud owner of the first liquor license.) The Salt Line, a popular DC waterfront restaurant that is coming later this year to 4900 Hampden Lane in Bethesda, was also featured on the list.
From the article, “This suburban dive bar offers up a menu of bar fare with all the classics represented. The burgers (and other stuff on a bun) section features a seven-ounce angus beef burger along with bison, wild boar, chicken, and Beyond Meat options. Once you select the base, choose from eight signature sets of burger toppings like the Afterburner with 4-alarm sauce, jalapeños, and pepper jack cheese or the Barstool Rodeo with pulled pork, bacon, barbecue sauce, cheddar cheese, and cole slaw. You can also put the full menu of toppings (like sweet fig jam and basic lettuce and tomato) to work to craft your own burger.”
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Southbound Connecticut Ave. at Dean Rd. (Wheaton/Glenmont) is currently closed as the result of a traffic collision, according to the Montgomery County Police Department. The collision occurred around 12pm on Wednesday, June 22. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route and to expect significant delays.
Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Pete Piringer reports that that the collision involved two vehicles, including a tractor trailer truck, with entrapment (one patient extricated). Roadway may be blocked for extended period for cleanup. We will post an update when more information becomes available. Images below courtesy of @mcfrsPIO:
“Maryland has more horses per square mile than any other state in America and a thriving horse industry that is vital to our state’s economy,” said Governor Hogan. “We have a long tradition of French horses, owners, trainers, and jockeys competing in Maryland, and we look forward to expanding this valuable partnership.”
The agreement was signed during the Prix de Diane Race in Chantilly, France—a Group 1 flat horse race that is open to three-year-old thoroughbred fillies. Maryland is a leader in the horse industry, annually hosting both the Preakness Stakes—the second jewel of the Triple Crown—and the Maryland 5 Star, which is one of only two 5 Star events in the United States, and only the seventh in the world. The horse industry adds more than $1.3 billion and more than 21,000 jobs to the state’s economy.
““It is good news that this last age group is now eligible to receive their vaccine doses,” said County Executive Marc Elrich. “We know that many parents are anxious to get their babies and young children vaccinated as quickly as possible. As we have seen with previous vaccine roll-outs, we expect great demand over the next couple of weeks for these vaccines with limited supply available. Because the majority of the vaccines are going to private pediatric providers, we encourage all parents to check with their pediatrician’s office before using our website to sign up for an appointment,” he said. “I am grateful for the preparation, planning and outreach efforts from DHHS and our community partners to ensure equitable access to these vaccines,” he continued. “Getting vaccinated and boosted is important to our COVID mitigation efforts, and we continue to encourage everyone to make sure they are up to date on their vaccinations.”
When vaccine supply is available, new appointments will be posted at 3 p.m. at www.GoVaxMoCo.com. County-operated clinics for this age group will focus on weekend clinics and will include some weekday evening hours. Appointments are required at this time. The County will continue to receive doses from the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), with the majority of doses going to private physicians and pharmacies.
Applications, when available, can be found online at the Montgomery County Business Portal. Applications will be accepted through July 22. The business portal will include program details, including eligibility requirements and frequently asked questions.
“There are few industries that have been impacted as significantly from the pandemic as our hospitality businesses,” said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. “Our leisure and hospitality businesses employ approximately 12 percent of our County’s workforce and the World Tourism Organization has predicted that this sector will not recover fully until 2024. It is imperative that we continue to assist this industry’s recovery efforts in order to help them support their workforce. I encourage all County hotels and B and B’s to apply for this newest round of grants.”
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On Tuesday, MCDOT announced that Ride On bus service routes 70,71,73,78,79, and 100 will experience detours for up to two weeks, effective immediately.
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Last week, @MDSHA began a resurfacing project on I-270 south of MD 109 in @MontgomeryCoMD Expect lane closures on southbound I-270 in this area, between 7:00pm-4:00am each night until mid-July 2022. (weather permitting)
COVID-19 vaccines are now available for Marylanders six months and older, according to the Maryland Department of Health. Visit https://montgomerycountymd.gov/covid19/vaccine/ for information on vaccine clinics in Montgomery County.
“We welcome having COVID-19 vaccines to help protect our youngest Marylanders against severe illness, hospitalization, or even death from this virus and strongly encourage parents to vaccinate their children,” said MDH Secretary Dennis R. Schrader. “We have been preparing to receive these COVID-19 vaccines and, utilizing our vast network of pediatricians, family practitioners, federally qualified health centers, pharmacies, and local health departments, will begin distributing them equitably across the state right away.”
Montgomery County will be hosting ‘BBQ Bonanza’ for residents 55+ today from 10am-2pm at Smokey Glen Farm (1607 Riffle Ford Road, Gaithersburg). Details below courtesy of Montgomery County:
On Wednesday, more than 400 older adults from across Montgomery County will head to Smokey Glen Farm for a “BBQ Bonanza,” a fun filled day of great food and activities put together by Montgomery County Recreation.