Naval hospital studying traffic

June 1st, 2010

Traffic study Bethesda Naval Hospital will be conducting a traffic study beginning approximately June 2nd and continuing for about two weeks. The focus of the traffic study is primarily related to the interior of the campus, but there will be some traffic counts conducted at the gate entry points. Impacts on the surrounding community should be very minimal, but you may notice some activity. For example, electronic counters may be placed at the intersections outside of the gate entry points, or you may notice physical counts being conducted (i.e. individuals sitting or standing, collecting vehicle information).

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Solar Bethesda Expo

May 30th, 2010

solar energy Bethesda Green, a local non-profit model for sustainable living practices, is launching its inaugural Solar Bethesda Expo, Saturday, June 12, 2010, 10 am – 4 pm, 4825 Cordell Avenue, Suite 200, Bethesda.

Solar Bethesda will offer homeowners and other visitors an information-packed showcase event featuring solar providers, cooperative purchasers, government and financing specialists and more.  This event will provide homeowners and other interested parties an opportunity to get the latest information about solar-powered technologies, purchasing and investment opportunities, and incentives for home installation.  There is no charge to attend this event.

Presentations will include: Home Solar Readiness Check via Satellite Mapping, State of the Art in Solar Energy, Purchasing Co-ops, Government Incentives and Financing Options, Living with Solar (a round-table discussion with homeowners).  Plus there will be activities for children to learn more about solar power.

Representatives from the following organizations will be available to comment on the state of solar power in our community: Solar Energy World, Maryland Clean Energy Center, Astrum Solar, Clean Currents Solar, groSolar, Kenergy, 21st Century Power Solutions, Common Cents Solar, Leo Sunergy, Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection, Pepco, Smith Design Construction, Standard Solar, Sunnovations and Switch Renewable Energy.

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June meeting BRAC Implementation Committee

May 29th, 2010

The next meeting of the BRAC Implementation Committee is at 7:30 PM on Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services Center. The tentative agenda includes:

  • Presentation by MDOT on regional Transit Oriented Development
  • Brief preview by MDOT on the tentative July 22nd Mandatory Referral Hearings at the Park and Planning Commission regarding the SHA BRAC Intersections Improvement project.

Agenda, directions and more information are on the County’s Community Involvement page.

MCA volunteer opportunities

May 26th, 2010

  • volunteer_image1 A volunteer coordinator is needed for delivery of The Mapleleaf newsletter (5 issues/membership year; January issue often mailed due to winter weather). Routes and maps have already been established and a great team of neighbors is ready to assist – although more are always welcome!
  • An advertising manager is needed to identify potential advertisers (flyers) in The Mapleleaf newsletter. This helps defray newsletter publication expenses.

Please contact MCA Vice President Janet Maalouf for more information.

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Maplewood-Alta Vista Park playground update

May 16th, 2010

bus-copy The new equipment for the Maplewood-Alta Vista Park playground renovation has been ordered by the County Parks Department and was expected to be installed this spring.

Unfortunately, the Parks Department recently notified us that construction cannot begin without a permit. Prior to this year, the Parks Commission was not aware that it needed a permit to renovate existing playgrounds. Because this is a new process for the Parks Department, it is unclear exactly how long it will take to get the permit. Hopefully we’ll have a new playground in the next few months.

In the meantime, check out these images of the new design. Many thanks to Becky Umhofer and her committee, Sara Berl, Melanie Lacount, and Lynn Joseloff, for their hard work!

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MCA General Membership Meeting Minutes 3/24/10

May 14th, 2010

Maplewood Citizens Association (MCA)

General Membership Meeting Minutes – March 24, 2010

Officers present were: Allen Myers, President; Janet Maalouf, Vice-president; Hugh Barteman, Treasurer; Barbara Harrison, Secretary. In addition, at least 13 other members of the community attended.

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