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Council Considers Weapons, Victim Assistance, Metro Trail by Diane Oberg
Este artículo está disponible council introduced a resolution the negotiated purchase of police en español en nuestra página authorizing replacement of all the service weapons. The contract web www.greenbeltnewsreview. department’s weapons and heard was awarded to Atlantic Tacti- com. an update on the status of the cal for $39,034 for the weapons Greenbelt Police Chief Robert WMATA trail. and holsters. Although Atlantic Bowers was busy at the April 8 Police was not the lowest bidder, the meeting of the Greenbelt City Mayor Emmett Jordan swore difference between the top two Council. He introduced Green- in Leon Scales, formerly with bidders was small. Furthermore, belt’s newest police officer and, the Bladensburg police force, as the department valued Atlantic’s
along with one of his officers, Greenbelt’s newest officer. demonstrated history of superior PALAU BEVERLY BY PHOTO provided information on several Weapons customer support. Representing Greenbelt’s Recreation and Public Works Departments programs in which his depart- Council introduced for first See COUNCIL, page 7 at this year’s MRPA conference from left: Stephen Parks, Rebekah ment is participating. In addition, reading a resolution to authorize Sutfin, Karen Haseley, Anne Oudemans, Di Quynn Reno and Will Smith. The statewide organization provides continuing education, professional development and mentoring opportunities for its 3,500 members. Greenbelt Recreation Staff Honored by State Association by Jack Hogan Four members of the Green- visor at the Greenbelt Aquatic & belt community were recognized Fitness Center, won Member of last weekend in Ocean City at the the Year. Karen Haseley, who re- annual State Association Confer- tired from her position as Green- ence for the Maryland Recreation belt TR Supervisor in 2017, and Parks Association (MRPA). won the Retired Life Award, Rebekah Sutfin was sworn in and both Haseley and Greenbelt as chair of the Therapeutic Recre- Community Center supervisor ation (TR) branch after a year of Di Quynn-Reno were members being the chairperson-elect. Along of the Professional Certification with the Recreation and Leisure Board, which won Committee of Services and Parks and Resource the Year.
PHOTO BY MARYLAND STATE FIREMEN'S ASSOCIATION STATE MARYLAND BY PHOTO Conservation branches, TR is one Awards Committee Chairman Firefighter/EMT Silas Fishburne of Greenbelt, right, coaches a possible future recruit on the use of three branches within the asso- Matthew Purkins said Member of a dry chemical fire extinguisher, one of the hands-on activities offered during a Volunteer Re- ciation. Its purpose is to advocate of the Year award winners are cruitment Open House Saturday, April 13 at the Greenbelt Volunteer Fire Department. Another and provide resources for inclu- those who consistently help with Greenbelt firefighter stands at a safe distance on the left. See article on page 12. sion specialists, hospital workers association events and commit- and more. tee work. He referred to Parks Stephen Parks, who is a super- See RECREATION, page 7 Museum Launches Fund Drive As Volunteers Provide Support Dora Kennedy School Eighth by James Giese Graders Visit Notre Dame The January government shut- teered with the Greenbelt Mu- by Sheila Maffay-Tuthill down was not all bad. Two fur- seum and processed a backlog loughed professional archivists of items that were incorporated In a local connection to the time trying to reach their children the flight home. employed at the National Ar- into the museum’s archives. The tragic fire at the Notre Dame and the tour company emergency Sheila Maffay-Tuthill is the chives II in College Park volun- items included documents, let- Cathedral in Paris, 8th grade contacts. The school sent out an mother of Jackson Tuthill. ters, maps, newspaper clippings, students from the Dora Kennedy all-safe text eventually, brochures, etc. This information French Immersion S chool had and the tour company What Goes On was provided to the Greenbelt just toured the historic church on made contact to further City Council at its April 3 work- Monday before the fire broke out. reassure parents. Tuesday, April 23 session to consider City Manager Each year, the eighth graders go The visit has been 8 p.m. City Council Meeting Nicole Ard’s proposed Fiscal Year on a class trip to Paris and other eventful in many ways, and Public Hearing on 2020 2020 budget. Museum Director locales in Europe to practice their and it will be in- Budget, Municipal Building Megan Searing Young mentioned fluency in French and absorb the grained in their memo- Thursday, April 25 the archivists’ participation as culture. This year’s trip took stu- ries to have seen the 8 p.m. Special Meetings, BW part of a long list of activities dents and teachers to the famed iconic cathedral before Rapid Rail Maglev Update, and accomplishments. cathedral as the highlight of day the fire; to have been Municipal Building Young also told the council two in Paris. so close to danger Saturday, April 27 that the Friends of the Greenbelt Students finished their tour and and experienced the 9 a.m. to Noon. Electronics, Museum (FOGM) is now circu- boarded the Metro to Montmartre monumental grief of Styrofoam and Paint Recy- lating a Request for Proposals and the Sacre’ Coeur Basilica. a great city during a cling, Public Works Yard from architecture/engineering While in the Metro, people began catastrophic event. 9 a.m. to Noon. Shredding firms to create drawings based on shouting that the Notre Dame The group moves Event, Parking Lot Behind the final conceptual plans for in- was on fire. Greenbelter Jack- on now to Switzerland, Greenbelt Credit Union corporating the recently-acquired son Tuthill, part of the group, to lakes and mountains
Sunday, April 28 neighboring home, 10-A Crescent, described the scene in the under- and a tranquil setting; SHEILA MAFFAY-TUTHILL BY PHOTO 2 to 4 p.m. Blueprint for into the museum. After input ground train station as “pande- then onto Italy, back to In a two year old photo, Greenbelter Future of Prince George’s from council, these plans will be monium.” While the group was France and then Mo- Jackson Tuthill lends perspective to the Public Schools with Dr. Alvin used by a contractor to transform never in danger, parents at home naco to practice more famous medieval bell towers. His student Thornton, Community Center See MUSEUM, page 7 were concerned and spent anxious French and to catch group was there on Monday before the fire. Page 2 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, April 18, 2019
Se Habla Español Letters to the Editor Vaya a nuestra página web greenbeltnewsreview.com What Prompted vironmental harm. Thanks again, para ver artículos en español. Caitlin! Concern? Barbara Glick Martha Heil’s letter in the April 11 News Review seems to be well-researched, but it upset Thanks to Jim Giese me that she did not explain her I want to thank Jim Giese for purpose in writing the letter. so eloquently putting into words Was there a racial incident that what I have been trying to ex- prompted her to read the 2012 press for several months to City police report? She mentions that Council and anyone and everyone See our website, she feels the Greenbelt Police who would listen. While it is too greenbeltnewsreview.com, Department is doing a good job. late for Lakecrest Drive, I sin- for articles in Spanish. So what’s the problem? cerely hope that Mr. Giese’s let- I grew up in Greenbelt, and I ter opens everyone’s eyes to the enjoy reading the News Review senseless destruction of the beau- even at my current residence in tiful Bradford Pear trees that are Davenport, Iowa. While I can Corrections a staple of the Greenbelt land- On page 1 of the April 11 appreciate Ms. Heil’s proposed scape. I cannot thank him enough outcome, I think there are more issue, the photo caption of the for echoing my sentiments. I can St. Hugh’s Ladies of Charity pressing issues to be explored. only hope that perhaps people Karen McFarland presenting a donation for Rays will now listen and act to save on the Roof incorrectly identi- these beautiful trees. fied the Ladies’ president. Mary Cheryl Lee Gleason Police Hires Ann Tretler is the president of This is in regard to the letter the Ladies of Charity. in the April 11 News Review Remembering Eva about hiring more black police On Thursday, April 11, the officers. I, for one, do not care Greenbelt community lost one what color a policeman is when of its most beloved hidden souls I call for help. I just want an – Eva, the longhaired dachshund officer who is qualified and well companion animal of Michael trained to do his or her job. I Smallwood’s family. The outpour- am confident that our Greenbelt ing of grief on Facebook was Police Department, in choos- palpable. ing from the pool of applicants, Eva was a constant presence selects the individuals who best at the New Deal Café and local Movies since 1938 meet the standards and qualifica- Vigilante coffee houses, not to Old Greenbelt Theatre tions of the positions. mention many pathways through- 129 Centerway Randall (“Tick”) Mangum out our community. Who among 301-329-2034 us didn’t stop to greet Eva – and www.greenbelttheatre.org consequently one another – when Members Always $6.50!
Thanks to OGT HARRIS SUSAN BY PHOTO we crossed her path? She never Members' Kids Free! Many thanks to Caitlin Mc- said a word, of course, but said Magnolia blooms in GHI. Grath and the Old Greenbelt The- everything with her gaze of love Adults $9, Kids $6, atre for hosting a free screening and acceptance. Senior/Student $8 of The Invisible Vegan, an im- In a troubling time when ran- All shows before 5 PM: portant film about health dispari- cor and judgment have become Adults $7, Kids $5 ties in people of color and how default responses, Eva’s quiet OC = Open Captions Greenbelt plant-based eating can minimize repose was a touchstone of be- CC = Closed Captions those disparities and optimize nevolence and peace. Well done, DVS = Descriptive Video Service health. It also greatly reduces the good and faithful servant. Rest in News Review unnecessary suffering of billions peace, dear girl. AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER of sentient beings and reduces en- Sharon J. 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Celebrate World Thoughtful Group Buying a Home GHI Notes Arts Center Presents Tai Chi, Qigong Discussion at Center How, When, Why Thursday, April 18, 7:45 p.m., Honey Trap World Tai Chi & Qigong Day “We will rebuild!” That ap- On Friday, April 26 Bee Yoga Board of Directors Meeting, Starting on Friday evening, is a global wave of goodwill pro- pears to be the instinctual re- Fusion is hosting a free event Board Room April 26, the Greenbelt Arts Cen- viding a vision of hope and heal- sponse to the destruction of nat- called Buying a Single-Family Friday, April 19, office closed. ter will present the world pre- ing as people from different cul- ural or historical buildings or Home: The How, When and Why. Emergency maintenance service miere of The Honey Trap, written tures, religions and every corner monuments by wind, fire, flood. The public is invited to join a available at 301-474-6011. and directed by Michael Stepa- of the earth are all moving and How valid is that response? Can discussion with real estate agents Monday, April 22, 2 p.m., wony and produced by Malca breathing together on Saturday, we preserve the memory without Kim Kash and Jenn Klarman, Audit Committee Meeting, Board Giblin. April 27 at 10 a.m. worldwide. investing massive resources in who will be sharing expert tips Room The play will be performed Join fellow Greenbelters and oth- rebuilding the structure? When on the process of buying a home. Wednesday, April 24, 7 p.m., on Fridays and Saturdays, April ers as they celebrate the health do we cease efforts to main- Attendees can expect to learn the Buildings Committee Meeting, 26, 27, May 3, 4, 10 and 11 at and healing power of Tai Chi and tain structurally unsound historic right time to buy and to know Board Room 8 p.m., with Sunday matinees on Qigong. The local celebration of trees? Would we remember the the benefits of buying vs. rent- Thursday, April 25, 6:30 p.m., April 28, May 5 and 12 at 2 p.m. this event will be held in front Alamo if it were swept away in ing. Bee Yoga Fusion invites Executive Session of the Board, A 1957 Fourth of July Watch of the Greenbelt Library and will a tornado? everyone wanting to attend to Board Room; 6:30 p.m., Nomi- the Atomic Bomb party is about be led by Taj Johnson of Sky Come hell or high water, the make a reservation for the event nations & Elections Committee to begin in a Las Vegas hotel Valley Tai Ji (skyvalleytaiji.com). MakerSpace thoughtful discus- at BeeYogaFusion.com. Snacks Meeting, GHI Lobby room. Suddenly, two unexpected All are welcome, the event sion group will explore this topic will be provided. The event will Saturday, April 27, 11 a.m., guests arrive and change the for- is free of charge, participation on Tuesday, April 23 at 7 p.m. be held at 111 Centerway (second Pre-purchase Orientation, Board tunes of everyone in the room. is encouraged and no Tai Chi/ During the theater renovation, the floor) above the Greenbelt Credit Room Qigong experience is required. group is meeting at the Commu- Union. Plan to arrive by 9:15 at the nity Center. Check the whiteboard More Community Events grassy area in front of the Li- for “MakerSpace” to find out Menu for Senior brary. Depending on the field/ which room. Nutrition Program are located throughout the paper. weather conditions, the event The Senior Nutrition Food may be moved to the Commu- At the Library and Friendship program pro- nity Center Gym. For more info All Prince George’s County vides lunches for seniors Monday Greenbelt Writers Group Greenbelt Park Trail about World Tai Chi and Qigong Memorial Library System branch- through Friday at the Community The Greenbelt Writers Group Day Set for April 27 Day see worldtaichiday.org. es will be closed on Sunday, Center beginning at noon. Meals will be meeting on Friday, April Join the first Greenbelt Vol- April 21, for the Easter holiday. must be reserved by 11 a.m. two 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the Greenbelt unteer Trail Crew Day 2019 on Anonymous Disposal The Greenbelt Branch Library days ahead so that enough food Community Center. All writers Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m. Of Prescription Meds will reopen on Monday, April 22 is ordered. Call 301-397-2208 are invited to attend. We will be to noon. Meet at the Sweetgum at 1 p.m. ext. 4215. discussing poetry as well as plans Picnic Area. Call 301-344-3944 The Greenbelt Police Depart- All meals, which provide at for presentations at our June ment, in conjunction with the Teen Advisory Board Poetry between 8 a.m. and 3:45 p.m. to Month Workshop. Monday, April least one-third of Recommended meeting during Peace Month. At- sign up. Wear proper clothes and Federal Drug Enforcement Ad- Dietary Allowances for older tendees may bring something to ministration (DEA), is partici- 22, 4 p.m., ages 13 to 18, lim- shoes for working on the trails. it 15 participants. Earn service adults, include margarine, coffee read Friday or just join the con- Have fun in the outdoors and pating in a free anonymous, no- or tea and skim milk. Menus versation. The Greenbelt Writers questions-asked prescription drug hours while making the local help make a difference for the library a great place for teens. for the week of April 22 are as Group meets on the third Friday nine miles of Greenbelt Park’s takeback on Saturday, April 27 follows: of the month the rest of the year. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There are Enjoy snacks, meet new people, trail system. become a leader. Registration re- Monday, April 22: Sliced ham Student Conservation Asso- two locations: the Springhill Lake with pineapple glaze, au gratin Recreation Center parking lot on quired; contact the branch either At Greenbelt Park ciation volunteers will not be potatoes, green peas, dinner roll, Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, Cherrywood Lane in a pop-up in person or by calling 301-345- involved in the Trail Crew Vol- ambrosia salad, banana cake, April 21: Junior Ranger Week- tent and the Greenbelt Police De- 5800. (TAB meets weekly on unteer Day on Saturday, April 27. cranberry juice. end; Greenbelt Junior Ranger partment parking lot on Crescent Monday afternoons.) Ignore the Eventbrite signup at Tuesday, April 23: Potato Booklet. Come to the Ranger Sta- Road in a pop-up tent. Drivers Ready 2 Read Storytimes. earthdaygreenbeltpark.eventbrite. crusted fish, diced rosemary pota- tion for a Greenbelt Park Junior can hand in medicine without Tuesday, April 23, ages 3 to 5, com. toes, glazed carrots, wheat bread, Ranger booklet and earn a Junior exiting the vehicle. This event 7 p.m., limit 30 people. Wednes- Greenbelt Park is located at fresh fruit, orange juice. Ranger badge and the Junior allows the public a chance to rid day, April 24, ages newborn to 2, 6565 Greenbelt Road. For more Wednesday, April 24: Baked Ranger Patch. their homes of potentially danger- 10:15 a.m., limit 15 babies with information call 301-344-3944 or chicken breast with creamy pesto, Sunday, April 21: Every Kid ous expired, unused and unwant- parent(s)/caregiver(s); ages 2 to Text gen layout for GAC ad, 4 columns by 5 inches for the visit nps.gov/gree. garlic Parmesan orzo, ratatouille, in a Park; 4th graders come and ed prescription drugs. Only pills 3, 11:15 a.m., limit 30 people. April 18, 2019 edition wheat roll, tropical fruit, grape learn how to get a free pass to and patches will be accepted; no Thursday, April 25, ages new- juice. national parks as we play Guess liquids, needles or other sharps. born to 2, 10:15 and 11:15 a.m., Thursday, April 25: Baked Your National Park game. Meet According to the DEA, unused limit 15 babies with parent(s)/ caregiver(s). meatballs with sweet and sour at the Ranger Station at 2 p.m. and outdated medicines kept in sauce, brown rice, broccoli, the home are highly susceptible Kids Achieve Club. Wednes- day, April 24, 4:30 p.m. Men- wheat bread, mandarin oranges, to diversion, misuse and abuse. apple juice. They are found to be the cause toring, reading and homework help for students in grades 1 to Friday, April 26: BBQ chicken of a high number of accidental thigh, black eyed peas, collard poisonings and overdoses and a 6. This club meets weekly as a walk-in event on Wednesday greens, wheat bread, pineapple majority of abused prescription tidbits, cranberry juice. drugs are obtained from family, afternoons. friends and home medicine cabi- STEM-tastic Wednesday, April nets. The usual methods of dis- 24, 4:30 p.m., ages 5 to 12. Be- posal of these medicines, flushing come a mad scientist by con- them down the toilet or throwing ducting hands-on, fun science them in the trash, pose potential experiments using basic scientific safety and health hazards. principles. Join in on engineering For more information about challenges as the group builds the disposal of prescription drugs, structures out of ordinary drink- call George Mathews, Greenbelt ing straws. Police public information liaison French Conversation Club. at 240-508-0238 or visit DEAdi- Thursday, April 25, 5 p.m. Learn- version.usdoj.gov. ing to speak French? Join this club and practice speaking French in a friendly atmosphere. (The club meets biweekly as a walk-in event on Thursday evenings.) Page 4 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, April 18, 2019 Community Church Holds Obituaries Quarterly Donation Drive fishing, boating and crabbing. He On Saturday and Sunday, April Donors will receive a receipt for had camaraderie with many life- Easter Sunrise 27 and 28, the Greenbelt Com- their donation and a discount long friends who brought much Service Planned munity Church United Church of coupon for Value Village. Vol- joy into his life. An ecumenical Easter sunrise Christ invites donations for their unteers are also available to pick Mr. Chapman was preceded service will be held on Sunday, quarterly Donation Drive. Bring up items from Greenbelt homes in death by his parents and is April 21 at 7 a.m. at Buddy At- gently used clothing, books and during those same times. Green- survived by Karen, his wife of 26 tick Park. Bring a lawn chair or small household items to the belt Community Church conducts years, his children Denise Chap- blanket. Rain location will be the church between 8:30 a.m. and the donation drive in conjunction man-Toth and Thomas Chapman, Greenbelt Community Church 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, with Value Village and receives and four grandchildren: Laurel, United Church of Christ, Hillside and between 11:30 a.m. and 1 funds based on the weight of the Megan, Tyler, and Hudson Toth. and Crescent Roads. p.m. on Sunday, April 28. Items items collected. Call 301-345- A celebration and remem- should be smaller than 18” x 18” 1849 to arrange for a pickup or brance of his life will be held at x 18” and placed in kitchen-sized for more information. the Greenbelt American Legion plastic trash bags or a sealed box. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE FAMILY COURTESY PHOTO on June 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. Thomas Chapman Thomas Chapman Jeanette Sargent We extend our sympathy to Thomas “Jeff” Chapman, a the family and friends of long- Easter Changes former resident of Greenbelt, died Danahy time Greenbelt resident Jeanette Jeanette Sargent Danahy died on April 11, 2019, at the age of Sargent Danahy who died in De- on December 3, 2018 at age 92. Everything! 73. Mr. Chapman was born an cember at the age of 92. She was a longtime resident of only child to longtime Green- Our condolences to the family Come Discover Why at MCF Community Church Greenbelt and member of Green- belt residents Nelson and Velma and friends of Thomas Chapman belt Baptist Church. Mrs. Danahy Sundays, 10a - 11:45a Chapman. After being raised in who died on April 11. was preceded in death by her Eleanor Roosevelt High School Greenbelt and graduating from Congratulations to Rebekah husband of 55 years, Reginald High Point High School, Mr. Sutfin, Stephen Parks, Karen 7601 Hanover Parkway Greenbelt, 20770 Clayton Danahy. She is survived Chapman purchased two homes Haseley, and Di Quynn Reno, by her four children, Mike, Su- in Greenbelt, one of which he employees of Greenbelt Recre- san, Tom and Steve, seven grand- MCFcc.org lived in for most of his adult life. ation who were recently honored children and three great-grand- He was employed by Comput- by the Maryland Recreation and children. Join her family and er Sciences Corporation, a major Parks Association. friends in a celebration of her life contractor of NASA, and was Thank you to all Vietnam War on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 11 stationed at Goddard Space Flight veterans, both those honored at Mishkan Torah Congregation a.m. at Greenbelt Baptist Church, Center. He was later transferred the recent American Legion event 10 Ridge Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 101 Greenhill Road. Burial will and retired from the National Se- and those who were not able to Rabbi Saul Oresky Cantor Phil Greenfield follow on Monday, April 29 at curity Agency in Columbia, Md. attend that evening. Thank you 11 a.m. at Cheltenham Veterans An unpretentious, historic, welcoming, liberal, Mr. Chapman was a seasoned for your service to our country. Cemetery, 11301 Crain Highway, egalitarian synagogue that respects tradition and member of the Greenbelt Ameri- Share your accomplishments, Cheltenham, Md. In lieu of flow- becomes your extended family in the 21st century. can Legion. He also belonged milestones and news in the Our ers, send contributions to The Friday evening services 8:00 PM to the Greenbelt Community Neighbors column. Send details American Red Cross. of your news items to editor@ Saturday morning services at 9:30 AM. Church. He enjoyed hunting, Children's Education, Adult Education, Socal Action, etc. greenbeltnewsreview.com. For further information call 301 474-4223 www.mishkantorah.org Conservative and Reconstructionist
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Catholic Rule of Life Saturday 11 am Community IN EVERYTHING GIVE THANKS of Greenbelt 1 Thess. MASS Sundays 10 A.M. Paint Branch Unitarian Universalist Church 3215 Powder Mill Road, Adelphi Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Municipal Building Phone: 301-937-3666 www.pbuuc.org Church Service 10:30 a.m. ALL ARE WELCOME. Welcomes you to our open, nurturing community Wednesday meeting 7:30 p.m. April 21 10 a.m. BEING THE RESURRECTION Rev. Rachel Christensen; with Chris McCann, DMRE; Jeri Holloway, Worship Holy Cross Associate; Children’s Choir; Special Music; and the Choir Thrift Store We explore the story of Yeshua. Followed by Easter Egg Hunt on the grounds. ***This is a Reimagining Sunday; children and youth are invited to remain in the Every Thursday Meeting House for the entire service. Nursery Care for the youngest is provided .*** 10am – 4pm
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SHREDDING City Information & Events EVENT Saturday, April 27 GREENBELT CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING 9 AM – 12 NOON PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FY 2020 BUDGET (or until the truck is full)
Municipal Building, Tuesday, April 23, 2019, 8:00 p.m. The Greenbelt Federal ORGANIZATION Credit Union will be shred- Call to Order ding your documents in Roll Call the parking lot behind the Meditation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Credit Union at 112 Cen- Consent Agenda – Approval of Staff Recommendations (Items on the Consent Agenda [marked by *] will be approved as terway recommended by staff, subject to removal from the Consent Agenda Only 5 file boxes/bags per by Council.) person. Must be present for Approval of Agenda and Additions shredding; abandoned boxes/ bags will be put in the trash. COMMUNICATIONS Personal records only (no Presentations business). No contaminants - Higher Achievement - Thalia Washington, Executive Director and accepted. NO BATTERIES. Tallulah Anderson, Manager of Community Outreach No plastic binders and sheets. - Greenbelt Middle School Debate Team - Older Americans Month Proclamation For more information, call the - National Poetry Month Sustainability Office at Public Hearing on the FY2020 Budget 240-542-2153 Petitions and Requests (Petitions received at the meeting will not be acted upon by the City VACANCIES ON Council at this meeting unless Council waives its Standing Rules.) BOARDS & Minutes of Council Meeting COMMITTEES Administrative Reports * Committee Reports Volunteer to serve on City - Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC) Report #2019-01 Council Advisory Groups. (Vagrancy and Loitering Issues Within the City) There are currently vacan- - Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC) Report #2019-02 cies on: Arts Advisory Board, (Emergency Siren Referral) Board of Elections, Green- LEGISLATION belt Advisory Committee - A Resolution to Authorize the Negotiated Purchase of on Environmental Sustain- Police Service Weapons, 2nd Reading ability, Park and Recreation OTHER BUSINESS Advisory Board, and Youth - Indigenous People’s Day Advisory Committee. Info: - * Draft Letter to Congressional delegation on Deferred Enforced 301-474-8000 Departure immigration issue - 2020 Census -- Get Counted Greenbelt - Mosquito Control Program Participation MEETINGS FOR - Council Reports APRIL 22-26 - Council Activities SATURDAY, April 27, 2019 Tuesday, April 23 at 7:00pm SCHEDULING OF FUTURE MEETINGS Public Works Yard, 555 Crescent Rd. ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ON EDUCATION at Green- NOTE: This is a preliminary agenda, subject to change. Regular Coun- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM cil meetings are open to the public, and all interested citizens are in- belt Municipal Building, 25 vited to attend. If special accommodations are required for any dis- abled person, please call 301-474-8000 no later than 10am on the Crescent Road. On the agen- meeting day. Deaf individuals are advised to use MD RELAY at 711 or e-mail Electronics Recycling! da: Education Forum with Dr. [email protected] to reach the City Clerk. Accepted items include: TVs, CPUs, monitors, keyboards, mice, printers, Thornton,¨Planning for Student laptops, recording equipment, speakers, scanners, surge Awards, and 2020 Budget DEA PRESCRIPTION DRUG protectors, wires and power cords, fax machines, cameras, telephones, Tuesday, April 23 at 8:00pm, radios, DVD players, VCRs, batteries taped on one end. TAKE BACK DAY REGULAR CITY COUNCIL ALSO, expanded polystyrene (block “Styrofoam” #6) Saturday, April 27, 10am-2pm MEETING/PUBLIC HEAR- NO Cups, Egg Cartons or Food Trays. At two locations: ING ON FY2020 PRO- PLEASE CALL IN ADVANCE IF YOU HAVE ITEMS OVER 50 LBS. Greenbelt Police Department POSED BUDGET at Munici- 550 Crescent Road and Paint Recycling! pal Building. Live on Verizon 21, Comcast 71 & 996, and Springhill Lake Recreation Center Cost—$5 per container. DO NOT mix paint in other www.greenbeltmd.gov/mu- 6101 Cherrywood Lane containers. In order for paint to be properly used, the Dispose of any unused, unneeded, and expired contents on the inside need to match the label on the nicipaltv prescriptions in a safe manner. outside. If you are unable to attend the event, you Wednesday, April 24 at may hire this service directly to come to your home for an additional $50 service fee. Yuck Old Paint, LLC 888-509-9825 7:30pm, FOUR CITIES (YUCK) www.YuckOldPaint.com MEETING at Municipal Building, 25 Crescent. Questions? Greenbelt Sustainability Office -240 542-2153 Thursday, April 25 at 7:00pm, FOREST PRESERVE ADVI- SORY BOARD at the Public Works Facility, 555 Crescent Road. On the Agenda: Finish discussion of Non-Conforming Areas, Comments on Stream Naming letter, Compiling a glos- sary, Discuss map for wetland section
Sunday, April 28 Thursday, April 25 at 8:00pm, 2-4 p.m. SPECIAL MEETING re: BW Greenbelt Community Center Rapid Rail Maglev Update 15 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 Presentation at Municipal Building, 25 Crescent Road. Featuring: Dr. Alvin Thornton Chair Prince George’s County The schedule is subject Board of Education to change. For confirma- tion that a meeting is being Moderators: Members of the Education Advisory Committees of Greenbelt, College Park and held call 301-474-8000. Berwyn Heights
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COUNCIL continued from page 1 Gaining Skills and Nurturing
Bowers had been planning to another partnership, this time priority, she said, is to get the Talent Workshop Series resell the current weapons. How- with other local law enforce- electricity issues resolved. Until ever, after further consideration ment agencies in Maryland. The then, the site development plan by Aileen Kroll and input from council, he now Maryland Criminal Intelligence cannot be submitted to the county The first of a three workshop month. believes that it would be best to Network (MCIN) seeks to de- and the state Department of the series entitled Growing Skills & The next workshop will destroy them. velop a robust information struc- Environment for approval. She Nurturing Talent was offered by be held at the Franklin Park/ There was no discussion of ture that will enable cross-juris- estimated that the trail would the Center for Dynamic Com- Springhill Lake Commu- the resolution to purchase new dictional sharing of actionable be completed in mid-2021, but munity Governance (CDCG) on nity Center on Saturday, Sep- weapons, though several coun- intelligence to identify criminal hedged, “Don’t quote me on Saturday, April 13 at the Green- tember 21. Contact Aileen at cilmembers expressed approval networks. The program will be this.” belt Community Center. New [email protected] of the decision on the disposition funded through state grant funds The Washington Metropolitan ways of dealing with challenging for more information. of the current weapons. The and no matching city funds are Area Transit Authority (WMATA) group issues were discussed and A big thank you to the Green- resolution will be presented at the required. provided a cost estimate to pro- demonstrated throughout the day. belt Community Foundation for Tuesday, April 23 regular council Bowers informed council that vide power to the entire length At the same time, one-on-one their support of this year-long meeting for second reading and the program also allows police of the trail. But according to the sessions were conducted by co- project. Also, many thanks to final passage. forces to provide assistance to agenda comments, the cost was director and author, John Buck, Donna Hoffmeister, LeeAnn Irwin Victim Assistance other jurisdictions. That means exorbitant. Woodlawn, the devel- with community organization and Angeline Butler, Greenbelt Council unanimously approved that Greenbelt would be able to oper of Greenbelt Station, is now representatives and local business TimeBank members who assisted the police department’s plans use officers from other jurisdic- exploring other options. people. Individualized follow-up throughout the day. to partner with the Community tions when appropriate. Greenbelt Cleanup will be provided during the next Advocates for Family and Youth Lee told council that this net- Councilmember Colin Byrd (CAFY). This organization al- work will focus on gangs and recounted his dismay over the ready has partnership with po- violent crimes but will also share amount of trash encountered lice forces in Laurel, Bowie and information on human trafficking during the recent Help Unite Bladensburg. CAFY staff and and robberies. Greenbelt Police Greenbelt Walk. He noted that neighborhood volunteers advocate are asking for council support Howard County does an annual and provide support services to to take part in this program. The cleanup. Byrd motioned that the crime victims. Bowers said that first step is to become part of the city should encourage residents the police do not currently offer memorandum of understanding. to pick up litter anytime in April robust support to crime victims. Though the police are spearhead- and it was unanimously approved. CAFY will help fill this need. ing the program for Greenbelt, a The county will sponsor an Acting Captain Seung Lee variety of local government agen- event Growing Green with Pride
said the partnership with CAFY cies would participate. on May 4 from 8 a.m. to noon, DONNA HOFFMEISTER BY PHOTO will allow the city’s police force WMATA Trail followed by a picnic with the to focus on investigating crimes. The promised trail from county executive. Participants From left: Councilmember Colin Byrd, Susan Walker, Oscar Greg- CAFY will take over providing Greenbelt Station to the Green- must register by Friday, April ory, Pat Wickersty, Mary Ernsberger and Loryne Joyce Bowen. services to crime victims, espe- belt Metro station is once again 19. Mayor Emmett Jordan said At the welcome table is LeeAnn Irwin, from Greenbelt TimeBank. cially victims of violent crimes stalled. Director of Planning he would like to see a city pro- such as homicides, sexual assault and Community Development gram for trash cleanup around RECREATION continued from page 1 and robbery. Terri Hruby told council that it that date. Councilmember Judith The program will be fund- is about three months behind Davis requested that the issue be as “Mr. MRPA,” and someone ute more to help the association ed through grant funds with no schedule. referred to the GreenACES. who can be considered a de facto move forward,” said Haseley. matching city funds required. Hruby said that the permits for member of any committee with- Committee of the Year is de- Crime Intelligence the work will not be approved in the association. Purkins said termined by the association’s Lee also briefed council on until the fall of 2020. The top Parks regularly photographs and president who, at the time of the provides tech assistance for asso- conference, was Carolyn Ryan. ciation meetings and conferences She said one reason she selected continued from page 1 and is known for being a strong the Professional Certification MUSEUM mentor to other members of the Board was that members of the the space into an education and Budget holiday decorations for the Deco association. branch developed the associa- visitor center to support the mu- The proposed city budget for the Hall annual event; sponsored Purkins said members can be tion’s continuing education unit seum’s programs and activities. the museum is $14,500, an in- quarterly lectures and a special nominated for the Retired Life (CEU) application to be electroni- Meanwhile, FOGM and Young crease of $4,200 over the current talk on the Greenbelt theater; Award if they have worked with cally submitted, as opposed to have begun a fund drive to raise budget. The increase is primarily on-going research on African the association for at least 20 being submitted by paper. Ryan needed money to pay for the due to increased personnel costs. Americans who lived on the land years, and selection is based on said this transition into a more improvements. This includes In addition, FOGM, through its before Greenbelt was built for its their level of involvement within modern approach for CEU ap- $37,500 to match a $50,000 grant fund-raising, has a budget of archive on the African American the association. According to Pur- plications was a significant jump from the Maryland Heritage Area $48,600 to support the museum’s experience; developing a much- kins, Haseley has been actively for the association. Authority. Efforts are also ongo- operation. While the director is needed digital preservation policy involved in the TR branch, in- The MRPA is composed of ing to obtain community invest- a city employee, FOGM funds a with the aid of University of cluding service as chair, and will roughly 3,500 members and pro- ment tax credits issued by the part-time volunteer coordinator Maryland student Patricia Glaser; be the Profession Certification vides services for professionals Maryland Department of Housing and an office assistant. and acquiring several important Board chair for 2019-20. “[The in various fields across Maryland. and Community Development. Council reviewed with Young artifacts this year which included award] makes me feel more tied Jack Hogan is a journalism Other grants previously awarded activities and accomplishments holiday items, vintage clothing, to [the MRPA] and more appre- student at UMD and a reporter include a Maryland Department during the past year. Some of photographs and household items. ciative and wanting to contrib- for the News Review. of Housing and Community De- those discussed were: special ex- For 2018, the city reports velopment Operating Assistance hibits at the Community Center, 4,800 hours of volunteer/intern Grant for $10,000 to support the current one being on Lenore time; 1,225 museum visitors; planning and design work for Thomas Straus who sculpted the 1,171 special programs attend- the education and visitor center Community Center façade reliefs ees; 2,400 estimated Community interior; a Greenbelt Community and the Mother and Child statue Center exhibit visitors; 32 special Foundation grant for $5,000; and in Roosevelt Center; special ac- tours and 124 FOGM member- a grant for $2,500 from Prince tivity programs for a Recreation ships. George’s County Councilmember Department summer camp pro- Need Home Improvements? Todd Turner. FOGM and staff gram; participation in the city’s have also applied for a $50,000 80th anniversary celebration; free We can Help You! Prince George’s County Commu- tours and the Retro Town Fair Auction nity Impact Grant. during the Labor Day Festival; April 18 2019 8 a.m. Currently offering a Home 4E JP Morgan Ct Waldorf MD 20601 Improvement Loan Special. Keep your items out of Rate as low as 6% APR* landfills, while (1) 2006 VW JETTA 3VWKJ71K76M796621 helping us raise (2) 2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE funds to serve 1G1PC5SH8C7329491 (3) 2008 BMW Greenbelt Federal Credit Union those in need in WBAVC53518FZ85674 Your community credit union (4) 2003 AUDI our community! 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Business Column Now Open for Business To Create, Share Art for Free The News Review invites Greenbelt businesses to submit brief announce- by Lauren Moses ments for the business column. Tell us about events such as new employees, anniversaries, awards won, new programs, and other newsworthy items. Full of colors and cre- Send brief (40-50 words) items to [email protected]. ative activities, The Space in the Beltway Plaza Mall welcomes community Bozzutos of Greenbelt members to share positive artistic energy for free. Wins Energy Star Award The Space, across from the AMC theaters, has The Bozzuto Management two million square feet of retail made a name for itself, Company has received the 2019 space on the East Coast, the averaging between 60 to Energy Star Partner of the Year Northeast and Chicago. Bozzuto 80 visitors per weekend. Sustained Excellence Award. The has adopted a business philoso- One loyal volunteer Environmental Protection Agency phy that focuses on increasing said, “It’s been one of the award was given to them for the recycling at all of its communi- biggest blessings.” third year in a row for achieving ties, and considers environmental Jennifer Dudley, a more than a 3 percent reduction stewardship and sustainability Greenbelt resident, said in site energy usage across its paramount. Residents are pro- she passed The Space entire portfolio, with over $4 vided with knowledge and tools eight to 10 times before million in energy cost savings. to encourage a reduction in en- stopping by to see what Bozzuto Management is a real ergy consumption. Energy Star is it had to offer. “We are estate company headquartered in a government symbol for energy always so busy going Greenbelt at 6406 Ivy Lane, Suite efficiency, providing credible and about our business and PHOTO BY LAUREN MOSES LAUREN BY PHOTO 700. Founded in 1988, Bozzuto unbiased information that con- you keep telling yourself has built more than 42,000 homes sumers and businesses rely on to Jennifer Dudley, a volunteer, helps Abbey Lawal and her two daughters you’ll check it out one at The Space. and apartments and currently make well-informed decisions. day,” she said. manages 70,000 apartments and That one day came when she was walking in, a doctor and his wife, and the never-ending conversation through the mall without her chil- they were going to the movie. about redevelopment of the Belt- dren. She stopped by to inquire They walked in and asked what way Plaza Mall, Higgs remains about The Space and spoke with this place was all about, I told confident in his goals. the owner, Shaymar Higgs, who them and they went to Target and “When I hear of the redevel- is also a volunteer. Dudley said came back with bags of materi- opment, I can see how this can they had an engaging conversa- als,” Higgs shared. also fit,” he said. “The social tion about adding more technol- Vannese Jones, a District of class of people they are aiming ogy to The Space. Ever since that Columbia resident and volunteer, for understands the importance of day, she hasn’t left. said The Space is so much more art creativity.” Higgs, who originally pitched than drawing and coloring for The Space currently has a his idea about The Space to the children. She initially stopped nonprofit fiscal sponsor, but Greenbelt Arts Advisory Board by with her granddaughter on Higgs is in the process of doing and then to the mall owner, said their way to the movies and said another fundraiser and hopes to
PHOTO BY KATHRYN BEARD KATHRYN BY PHOTO the idea originated during his trip it was Higgs’s authenticity that establish The Space as a 501(c) Greenbelt's newest hotel, The Woodspring, recently opened its to Cambodia in 2015. He spent drew her back. She too is an art- (3) organization. While he wants doors for business. 33 days there and “saw that this ist, and enjoys making jewelry, The Space to continue to of- sort of thing [creative spaces] sewing and creating T-shirts in fer free classes and free access, was regular everywhere.” The The Space. Higgs can still envision paid ani- City Council Hashes Out idea was supposed to be called “Art is more than just giving mation or video editing classes. the PEOPLE’S SPACE, he said, someone a marker and telling “But for now, I plan to keep this Grants Budget for FY2020 which is an acronym that means them to draw. It’s exposing them place and find another community “politically and economically op- to things they never would have that needs the free services.” by James Giese pressed people living everywhere, imagined,” Higgs said after start- “With high expectations, this sharing positive artistic and cre- ing a partnership with the Rock has surpassed my expectations,” It’s only $6,600, a tiny part belt residents receive the radio ative energies.” Creek Park Horse Center. Higgs he said. The Space is all Higgs of the City of Greenbelt’s $31 service which operates 20 hours Although the name changed, takes three high school interns ever wanted since the day he million proposed budget, but the a day, seven days a week with the meaning still remains. Dudley and seven adult interns to the turned his family’s garage and Greenbelt City Council consid- volunteers reading newspapers said, “We don’t have anywhere to center once a month to get them basement into art and photogra- ered it important enough to spend and other informational material go. The people of color at least, out of their comfort zone. phy studios during his middle and 30 minutes hearing presenta- to keep people with sight loss especially some living in these Looking ahead, Higgs wants to high school years. tions on how the money would posted on current events. The areas with less resources. There continue using art as a tool and Lauren Moses is a University be spent at its April 3 budget listeners choose the type of news are no places to go do something said financial independence and of Maryland graduate student in worksession. Listed as Grants they wish to hear. Six volun- with our kids for free.” mental wellness activities are at journalism reporting for the News in the Miscellaneous section of teer readers are from Greenbelt. Initially, The Space was only the top of his to-do list. Despite Review. the budget, City Manager Nicole Oplinger noted that Washington supposed to be around for three Ard proposed city support to the Ear has carte blanche copyright weekends, but it was extended to operations of Greenbelt Inter- waiver to enable its readers to three months and then, eventually, Greenbelt Federal Credit generational Volunteer Exchange provide the information free of to a year. Moving forward, Higgs Service (GIVES) and Washington charge. is on a year-to-year lease with Union Ear ($1,000 each) and College Speaking on behalf of the Col- the mall, which he says would Park Meals on Wheels ($3,000). lege Park Meals on Wheels, Phil not have been possible without An additional $1,600 is included Newsome told council that this helpful community members. Invites you to: to support unidentified worthy service provides a hot meal and When The Space originally causes, not discussed at the work- two cold meals daily to 35 city opened in the fall of 2018, most session. residents, up from 22 a year ago. of the materials (crayons, mark- Community Shred Day Chairperson Jean Cook spoke Greenbelters also volunteer ers, coloring books, scissors, on behalf of GIVES, which con- to deliver meals. This group poster boards, etc.) came from nects people needing special ser- serves a larger area that includes Higgs’s apartment. Higgs said Date: April 27, 2019 vices with people willing to give College Park, University Park, he has slowly begun taking his help. Cook said that approximate- Berwyn Heights and Calver- things home as volunteers and When: 9am-12pm or until truck is full ly 220 people were involved and ton. There is another Meals on those passing by regularly donate that the most common services Wheels group serving the Hyatts- materials for The Space. Where: Behind the Credit Union provided are transportation, rak- ville area. “There was a couple that came ing leaves, shoveling snow and other yard work. Beside the small Personal Papers Only- no plastic, amount of money for supplies, the city provides office space and electronics, batteries, etc. Maximum 5 telephones to the volunteer group. boxes/bags. Washington Ear provides in- formational radio services to the Join your community credit union today! blind in the Washington metro- politan area and receives support Serving the community over 80 years. from other local governments as well as donations to support Co-Sponsored by City of Greenbelt its operations. Ear Executive Federally insured by the NCUA Director Neely Oplinger told council that currently 18 Green- Thursday, April 18, 2019 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 9
Scammer Found Guilty, But Threat Remains Police Blotter Greenbelt resident Aldrin “Al- banky” Fon Fomukong was con- Based on information released by the Greenbelt Police Department, victed in a wire fraud and money www.greenbeltmd.gov/police laundering scheme that netted Dates and times are those when police were first contacted about him millions and cost 42 victims incidents. over $4 million. According to the U.S. attorney’s office, Fomukong Assault a phone charger was taken from and his co-conspirators accessed April 3, 12:16 a.m., 6400 a possibly unlocked vehicle in 5 victims’ email accounts and sent block Capitol Drive. A 29-year- Court Laurel Hill Road. wiring instructions that caused old nonresident woman was ar- Rear Md. tag 3DN4036 was money to be sent to criminal ac- rested and charged with two taken in the 9200 block Edmon- counts. counts of second degree assault ston Road, a catalytic converter The crimes were backed by after she allegedly assaulted two was taken in the 7900 block skilled South African-based hack- patrons at TGI Fridays. Those Mandan Road and four tires and ers with expertise in such scams, injured refused medical attention rims were taken from one vehicle which are also known as spear- for minor injuries. The woman in the 6500 block Lake Park phishing. Fomukong was one of was transported to the Depart- Drive. their henchmen in the U.S. who ment of Corrections for a hearing Two leaf blowers were taken set up accounts, transported cash before a district court commis- from the bed of a work truck in and sent it offshore. sioner. the 8000 block Greenbelt Station Greenbelt Police urge residents April 7, 5:30 p.m., 9100 block Parkway. to use caution about phone calls Springhill Lane. A man reported Four incidents of vandalisms asking for financial information that he was assaulted by as many were reported. A vehicle in the or money. Scammers may pre- DEPARTMENT POLICE OF THE GREENBELT COURTESY BY PHOTO as seven juveniles. He refused 7800 block Mandan Road had a tend to be from government or Members of Greenbelt Police Patrol Squad 1, Sgt. Scott Kaiser treatment for minor injuries. The passenger side window broken other official-sounding organiza- and Officer Rakibur Rahman, helped fix bikes at the Springhill youths are known to him and the out, paint was poured into the tions. They often ask for pay- Lake Recreation Center. investigation is ongoing. car’s interior, and the exterior ment by gift cards and threaten Reckless Endangerment paint was scratched. targets with arrest. They may April 9, 1:13 a.m., 5900 block Paint was scratched in the 100 use spoofed caller ID names and Cherrywood Terrace. Two shots block Westway and a tire was numbers to seem legitimate. Such were fired in the area of Spring- slashed in the 7900 block Man- calls are almost never valid and hill Drive and Cherrywood Lane. dan Road. A door was dented in can easily be disproven. A spent shell casing was found the 9100 block Springhill Lane. Police advise residents to hang in the area. Come Celebrate Credit Union up, look up the number of the Burglary Critical Missing organization the caller claims to April 4, 11:19 a.m., 6400 National Youth Month Woman Sought represent and call that number. block Ivy Lane. Money was tak- Government agencies never make This year’s Youth Month Theme is: en from an office suite. The Greenbelt Police Depart- ment is asking for help in lo- such calls and never accept pay- Vandalism cating critical missing person, ment via gift card. They also April 8, 8:41 p.m., 6000 block do not threaten arrest for non- Springhill Drive. A rock was used 16-year-old Litsy Marcela Es- cobar-Duran. She was last seen payment, nor would any reputable to break out the bedroom window business or organization. of a residence. on April 10 and is believed to have been headed to the Mall at If you are a victim of a scam Vehicle Crime or have information about a One stolen vehicle was re- Prince George’s in Hyattsville. She is described as Hispanic, 5 scam, contact the Greenbelt Po- covered. A 2018 Toyota Camry lice at their non-emergency num- reported stolen March 22 from feet 6 inches tall, 130 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. ber, 301-474-7200. As your Community Credit Union, we want to help the 100 block Westway was re- by Lesley Kash covered April 4 by Montgomery She was wearing a red and white teach your children to learn good financial habits. County police on Thayer Av- jacket and blue jeans. enue near Mayor Lane in Silver Anyone with information is Open a Youth Savings Account today! Spring. One arrest was made. asked to contact Detective Daniel Aguilar at 240-542-2137 or by Six thefts from vehicles were Greenbelt Federal Credit reported. A wallet was taken email at daguilar@greenbeltmd. gov. Union from an unlocked vehicle in the 6000 block Greenbelt Road and 112 Centerway, Roosevelt Center
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Vietnam Veterans Grateful Transfer Season Open Craig Scholarship For County Students Deadline Is April 30 For Evening of Recognition Prince George’s County Pub- The David Craig Memorial by Elena Macias lic Schools are now accepting Scholarship Fund (DCMSF) ap- student transfer requests for the plication deadline is Tuesday, On the evening of April 11, mark the occasion. 2019-2020 school year through April 30. The Scholarship Fund May 14 at 11:59 p.m. Parents wants city residents and the El- veterans of the Vietnam War The lack of appreciation for finally received some long - over veterans who fought in the Viet- and guardians of students current- eanor Roosevelt High School due recognition. The Greenbelt nam War has not gone unnoticed. ly enrolled at a PGCPS school (ERHS) community to know this can submit transfer requests elec- local scholarship is available to American Legion, in conjunction The DAR has conducted these with the Daughters of the Ameri- ceremonies throughout Maryland tronically through the School- all ERHS seniors. One recipient Max Family Portal. Portal access has been selected each year since can Revolution (DAR), hosted a and the emotional impact remains dinner followed by a laudatory the same. Veterans are thankful is limited to parents and legal 1986. ceremony thanking veterans for that their service is finally being guardians, who must have an The current scholarship, for their service to their country. As acknowledged. According to the active SchoolMax Family Portal $10,000, is paid over a four-year a memento of the evening they DAR, some veterans are moved account with a username and period. Current recipients are were also given a certificate, a to tears as they accept their cer- password. attending Anne Arundel Com- lapel pin and a calendar. tificate, while others keep their Parents and legal guardians of munity College, Towson Univer- Before the actual ceremony, emotions in check yet are no less students not currently enrolled sity and the University of Mary- guests loaded their plates with appreciative. but who have a student identi- land. This year’s recipient will food from the buffet and, as they The memorable night wrapped fication number can request a be presented the first payment sat together and ate, shared their up with closing remarks and a student transfer form by sending of $2,500 at the ERHS senior an email to student.transfers@ awards ceremony on May 20 in thoughts and memories. After benediction led by Tom Davis. pgcps.org or contacting the of- the school’s auditorium. the meal, the ceremony itself All attendees were in high spir- began with an invocation led its as they headed home for the fice at 301-567-8751. Completed The Craig Scholarship tradi- by Jim Harbaugh, the Pledge of night, though none more so than forms must be emailed to student. tion began in 1986 as a tribute Allegiance led by Jerry Darnell the veterans honored that night. [email protected]. Students and memorial to David Craig, a and the National Anthem led by Elena Macias is a University entering kindergarten and not cur- 1979 ERHS graduate whose trag- Rusty Beeg. Elizabeth Darnell of Maryland graduate student in rently enrolled in a PGCPS PreK ic death in 1984 sparked a desire delivered a reading of The Table journalism reporting for the News or Early Childhood Center (ECC) by his family and friends for a Set for One in remembrance Review. program must request a transfer lasting memorial and a rewarding of those who lost form. Paper forms will not be response by helping others with their lives while processed for students currently education expenses. The scholar- serving. enrolled in a PGCPS school with ship is totally funded by private After greeting the exception of PGCPS PreK or donations and gifts and is a non- and welcoming ECC students. profit organization recognized by guests, vets were The Office of Student Re- the State of Maryland. presented one at cords, Transfers and Archival To apply or to learn a time with the Services will not accept transfer more about the fund, visit remembrances requests to schools that exceed davidcraigmsf@ blogspot.com. honoring their ser- state-rated capacity. Visit the Stu- The telephone number is 301- vice. The certifi- dent Transfer Request webpage 474-7874. Douglas Mangum is cates they received at pgcps.org/student-transfers to the president of the DCMSF, recognized their view a list of schools eligible to a classmate of Craig, a Green- service and valor. receive transfer students and de- belt resident and an alumnus of Calendars given to HICKS BUTCH BY PHOTO tails, transfer process instructions ERHS. and FAQs. the veterans were Greenbelt American Legion Post Commander donated by the Decision letters will be mailed Greg Gigliotti presents a proclamation to Maryland House no later than June 28. Allow at George W. Owings III, Maryland Secretary of Pet Care of Delegates. least three weeks for delivery. Veterans Affairs, during a celebration honoring Services Maryland Sec- Vietnam Era Veterans. The event, sponsored retary of Veterans by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 136 Long Work Days? Affairs George W. and Maryland State Society Daughters of the Travel Plans? 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Inner (GVFD) registration drive on check and a physical to ensure Several of the EMT/firefighters emotions are always April 13 was “absolutely a suc- suitability. have been involved for decades, reflected in the body.” cess.” Ten people signed up that The beginning age require- such as John Voigt (45 years) and Corson is a new resi- day. In addition, there were three ment is 16. At least three of the Gigliotti (28 years). Others are dent of Greenbelt and firefighting demonstrations, a fire April 13 applicants were in the newer, like Annissa Grimes (five a participant in the escape maze from the Maryland junior range of 16 to 18, which years) and Hegwood, since 2017. ceramics program at Fire and Rescue Institute (MFRI) permits assistance on calls. One Four members of the Ladies the Community Cen- and a CPR class. Members of must be at least 18 to work on Auxiliary present that day mod- ter. “I feel very in sync the Ladies Auxiliary, another a fire crew. Karama Smith, 17, eled a similar time spread: Presi- with Greenbelt,” he volunteer component, were there has been involved since August. dent Kathy Reynolds (48 years), comments, noting the to provide refreshments. In the He said, “It’s a nice family to Kathy Legendra (35 years) and “sense of community past, there have been periodic be a part of.” Assistant Chief both Judy Hughes and Lynn Dob- … almost a sense of open house events available to Greg Gigliotti said that students bin (three years). This organiza- mission.” the public, where recruitment can apply their efforts toward tion provides food and water for Corson’s sculpture has been a component. Accord- their civic duty hours. He echoed events, helps with fundraising and includes full and partial male figures ranging in NICOLE DEWALD BY PHOTO ing to Councilmember Judith many of the volunteers pres- generally supports the service. Chris Corson works on new sculptures at scale from one-half to Davis, this was distinct in that it ent when he said that they “are Legendra describes her involve- the Greenbelt Rec. Ceramics Studio. focused specifically on volunteer always trying to get younger” ment as “very rewarding” and three-quarters life size. enrollment. applicants, for in them lies the feels “blessed” in being able to The figures’ postures and the Maryland Federation of For those looking to become future of the department. help the GVFD. frequently convey a deep interior- Art. He has been exhibiting his a volunteer, interest forms are Training is free of charge. According to Ray, there are ity or attitude of self-protection, sculptures since 2014 at venues available online at pgvolunteers. All volunteers take 160 hours of six around-the-clock career pro- counterbalancing the exposure including the Circle Gallery (An- org. A GVFD representative will training to become emergency fessionals at GVFD who are sup- inherent in their nudity. Heads napolis), Delaplaine Arts Center then reach out and “walk them medical technicians (EMT). For ported by 20 active riding and 40 are often downturned or absent, (Frederick), Baltimore Clayworks associate volunteers. which the artist explains is in and Hillyer Art Space (Washing- The three fire demonstrations part a strategy to avoid locking ton). included a fire extinguisher tu- the figure into the specific indi- The artist notes a family lin- torial with a controlled blaze, viduality signified by a face. He eage of creativity and craftsman- a simulated vehicle fire and a prefers to leave more room for ship. His father was a commer- side-by-side sprinkler demonstra- empathy and to strive for broader cial illustrator for auto racing tion that showed the immediate resonance. “When other people magazines as well as a school- life-saving response that a home find a part of themselves in my teacher. His grandfather designed equipped with a sprinkler system work,” Corson writes, “I believe I and built wooden boats in At- had over one without. have reached the universal.” lantic City, where his clients in- MFRI provided a portable The sculptures’ surfaces are cluded both rum runners and the maze that allowed visitors to ex- sooty and complex. After ini- United States Coast Guard. His perience a simulation of a dark, tially being fired in an electric grandfather’s influence, in par- confined area complete with stairs kiln, the pieces are finished using ticular, imparted an appreciation and crawl spaces that they might the ancient technique of pit fir- for the inherent possibilities of a encounter in an escape from a ing in which the artwork is sur- material that could be unlocked home fire. rounded by combustible materials by skilled hands. Gigliotti related that he first in a hole in the ground. (Corson The palpable, emotional con- joined the department at age 13. maintains a pit in Upper Marl- tent of Corson’s sculpture has Of 12 applicants, he said that boro, where he previously re- emerged through a physically PHOTO BY MARYLAND STATE FIREMEN'S ASSOCIATION STATE MARYLAND BY PHOTO sided.) Alternatively, some pieces grounded, introspective process. Greenbelt volunteer firefighters from left: Nick Lasick, Lisa Heg- maybe a third will stay. “It de- have been finished in a raku or “I work deeply from my own wood, Chief Thomas Ray, and Silas Fishburne. The GVFD joined pends on enthusiasm. We need wood-fired kiln. Beyond their inner senses of body and feel- forces with the Maryland State Firemen's Association and the Capital dedicated people.” As for him, sheer beauty, Corson believes ing,” Corson notes. “This allows Region Fire Sprinkler Association to provide both show-and-tell and “it’s in the blood. It’s hard to these surfaces help to convey part me to tap sources truer than hands-on activities during Volunteer Recruitment Day Saturday, walk away from.” of the sculptures’ meaning; they my intellectual mind, and the April 13. speak to raging forces resulting pieces often surprise of social and economic me with more honesty and nu- injustice against which ance than my initial feeling.” His the figures are seeking work seeks to evoke a sense of to shield themselves. strength that incorporates vulner- Corson’s engage- ability, rather than opposing it. ment with social justice Corson is featured in a Spot- concerns long preced- light article in the April 2019 ed the creation of his edition of Ceramics Monthly sculptures. He served magazine, which can be viewed as general counsel for online. His sculpture Bare Earth an international ma- was selected for the national chinists’ labor union, juried exhibition Freedom: Art capping a 30-year legal as Messenger on view through career. He began work- June 14 at the Cato Institute in ing with clay in 2008 Washington. This show aims to PHOTO BY MARYLAND STATE FIREMEN'S ASSOCIATION STATE MARYLAND BY PHOTO and transitioned to the use the power of art to bring Firefighters battle a demonstration arts on a full-time basis disparate political views into fire during GVFD Recruitment Day in 2013. Corson is cur- dialogue. Accompanying panel on April 13. The special trailer side- rently a member of the discussions will be live-streamed by-side units show what happens Studio Gallery in D.C., on May 22 and June 5. To see in an apartment with a working along with the Wash- more of Corson’s work, visit sprinkler system versus an identical CHRIS CORSON BY PHOTO ington Sculptors Group chriscorsonsculpture.com. apartment with no sprinklers. Bare Earth sculpture by Chris Corson.
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