Montgomery Parks

Trail Networks Will Be Improved With $18.5 Million Federal Grant

By Patrick Herron

Per Montgomery County: The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) an $18.5 million RAISE grant to fund the rehabilitation of multi-use paths to fill gaps in the Capital Trails Network. The Capital Trails Network is a plan developed by local jurisdictions, the National Park Service and trail advocacy organizations, to connect 990 miles of trail between Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. Two Montgomery County trails will be among the five that will benefit from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) money. Those are the Northwest Branch Trail and the Sligo Creek Trail.

The funds will be used in Montgomery to:

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MoCo Government

Farm Tour and Harvest Sale on Saturday-Sunday, July 22-23, Will Offer Access to Fresh Produce, Farm Animals and Craft Beverage Industry

By Patrick Herron

Per Montgomery County: The 2023 Montgomery County Farm Tour and Harvest Sale on Saturday and Sunday, July 22-23, will be a unique opportunity for residents to explore 21 select farms in the County’s Agricultural Reserve, shop local, enjoy fresh food, see farm animals and learn about farming as a way of life. The Farm Tour will offer a chance to visit select farms, some of which are only open to the public during this special weekend event.

During the Farm Tour weekend, all 21 participating farms will be open on Saturday, July 22, and 17 farms will be open on Sunday, July 23. Tourgoers should check the 2023 Farm Tour website for each farm they plan to visit for any additional costs, details on hours and activities or to make any necessary reservations. No pets are allowed except service animals for persons with disabilities.

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Events

Gaithersburg to Host SportsFest on Saturday, July 15th (Free Event)

By MCS Staff

Explore all things sports as the City of Gaithersburg hosts the annual SportsFest on Saturday, July 15th from 8am-11am. Youth entering grades K through 8 can participate in a variety of activities. The free event, which takes place rain or shine, will be held at Bohrer Park at Summit Hall Farm.

The Gaithersburg Sports philosophy of participation over competition will be on display throughout the day. The event kicks off with a 3K Run through Bohrer Park at 8 a.m., registration is required for the 3K Run. The deadline to register is Wednesday, July 12, 2023. Following the 3K Run, we will have an opening celebration before the stations open at 9 a.m.

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Bethesda

Parking Lots and Meters in Downtown Bethesda and Silver Spring No Longer Free Beginning This Saturday, July 8

By Patrick Herron
Courtesy MCDOT

Per Montgomery County: Montgomery County-operated garages, parking lots and street meters in Downtown Bethesda and Silver Spring will begin charging for Saturday parking beginning on Saturday, July 8. The Saturday hours and rates will be the same as the existing weekday schedules. Sundays will remain free. Drivers will be able to purchase monthly parking passes valid for mornings, evenings and weekends.

Parking revenue will be used to implement new safety and security measures in Downtown Bethesda, Silver Spring and Wheaton parking facilities. This will include installing more lighting and cameras, in addition to maintenance. The Montgomery County Council approved the new parking schedule and a monthly pass with Resolution 20-167, “Setting Transportation Fees, Charges, and Fares,” as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget process. The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will implement the changes in accordance with the resolution.

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Highways / Interstates

MCFRS Respond to Single Vehicle Rollover Thursday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue (MCFRS) responded to a single vehicle rollover on Thursday, July 6. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the incident occurred around 1pm on southbound Georgia Ave at MD200 when the driver of the vehicle apparently failed to navigate the exit ramp. The driver was trapped after the collision and then extricated. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

(~1p) SB Georgia Av, at MD200, Single vehicle rollover (apparently failed to navigate exit ramp) – trapped & then extricated, @MCFRS_EMIHS A724, PE740, T725, RS742, OC700, EMS704, SA700, DC700 responded pic.twitter.com/xer6X6SPQi

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Crime

Police Asking Homeowners to Review Home Surveillance Video for Vandalism Suspects Accused of Lighting Pride and Ukrainian Flags on Fire

By Patrick Herron

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 3rd District Investigative Section continue to investigate multiple hate-based vandalisms and are asking for victims and/or homeowners to share surveillance videos of possible suspects.

Third District investigators have released Ring camera video of a suspect setting fire to a flag hanging on the outside of a home but believe that there may be more than one person involved. During the overnight hours of Tuesday, June 27, 2023, to Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at least eleven Pride and Ukrainian flags, as well as sign boards had been burned in the Mansfield Road, Wayne Place, Ellsworth Place, Greenbrier Drive, Pershing Drive and Deerfield Avenue neighborhoods.

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MoCo Government

Montgomery County Officials to Give Project Update on July 20 About Behavioral Health Diversion Center Designed to Help Individuals in Crisis

By Patrick Herron

Per Montgomery County: Montgomery County officials will host a project update on the Diversion Center planned in Rockville on Thursday, July 20 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium of the Executive Office Building, located at 101 Monroe Street in Rockville. The meeting also will be accessible virtually via Microsoft TEAMS.

The County is opening the diversion center to help reduce the use of emergency rooms and jail. The center will be available to individuals in crisis who are dropped off by emergency medical technicians (EMTs) or police, persons transferred from hospitals, persons who are released from the central processing unit at the detention center, and inmates released from jail and court programs. A team of multidisciplinary professionals will staff the center including nurses, licensed mental health and addiction professionals, peer specialists and resource navigators.

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Uncategorized

Maryland Department of Health Urges Marylanders to Follow Safety Tips to Avoid Heat-Related Illness This Summer

By Patrick Herron

From May through September, the department monitors temperature conditions and incidents of heat-related illness and death.  More information is available online through the Office of Preparedness and Response Extreme Heat webpage. The site also includes the state Heat Emergency Plan, information about heat-related illnesses and tips for staying safe and healthy during hot weather. Fact sheets are available for download in English and eight other languages.

MDH encourages use of the following tips to help cope with hot weather:

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Rockville

Isreal Park Rededication and Ribbon-Cutting Celebration This Saturday in Rockville

By Patrick Herron

Per the City of Rockville: Join Lincoln Park Community Center, the Mayor and Council, and members of the Isreal family noon-4 p.m. Saturday, July 8, for a ribbon cutting and community event to rededicate Clarence “Pint” Isreal Park (357 Frederick Avenue).

The Rockville Village program presents East Side Live, featuring a special performance by Little Bit of Blues with Lincoln Park’s own Jay Summerour and Eric Shelby. Vendors and other kid friendly entertainment will also be on site. In the event of rain, the ceremony will take place. The community day celebration will be moved inside Lincoln Park Community Center.

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Beyond MoCo

Iron Rooster is Coming to College Park

By MCS Staff

Restaurant Broker & Developers recently facilitated a major leasing deal for a 6,000 sq.ft restaurant space within The Hotel at University of Maryland’s Conference Center. The space has been leased to Iron Rooster, a Maryland-based restaurant renowned for its unique offerings and warm hospitality.

This will mark Iron Rooster’s 5th location in Maryland, reinforcing their commitment to serve the local community. With the addition of this new location, the dining scene in College Park is about to get a lot more exciting. Per Restaurant Broker & Developers, “This location is poised to be a vibrant hotspot for students at the nearby University of Maryland, offering a perfect blend of delicious food, a welcoming ambiance, and a unique setting.”

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Germantown

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 16-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Karla Daniela De Paz, a missing 16-year-old from Germantown.

De Paz was last seen on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at approximately 2 p.m., on Stone Hollow Drive. De Paz is approximately 5-feet, 3-inches tall and 120 pounds. She has brown hair with blonde highlights and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a long-sleeved gray shirt and black shorts.

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