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Roosevelt Center Will Groove Election 2017 To Jazz Festival Saturday Four More Candidates by Peter Reppert Offer Their Biographies Thirteen candidates have now been certified for the Greenbelt The Greenbelt Jazz Festival mer Wyman Lester and bassist City Council by City Clerk Bonita Anderson. The biographies are will be held on Saturday, October Kwame Mfume have also ap- prepared by the candidates and are published in the order in which 14 starting at 1 p.m. at the Roos- peared at the New Deal Café. we receive them. More biographies start on page 10. evelt Center and from 8 to 11:30 Lester and Mfume play with Pete p.m., in the New Deal Café. Five Reppert for jazz brunch weeks different groups, ranging in style, alternating with Not Too Cool. will perform. Brilliant Corners likes to blend Aaron Marcavitch Big Band Tradition starts with modern jazz standards with funk Aaron Marcavitch is a historic preserva- a big bang at 1 p.m. This full- and even go-go and will invite tion and community development profes- sized, seasoned jazz orchestra selected soloists in the spirit of sional with over 15 years of experience. plays songs of the big band era the jam sessions they frequently With degrees in historic preservation from by the likes of Glenn Miller, host. Roger Williams University and public his- Duke Ellington, Harry James, Moving indoors, pianist John tory from Middle Tennessee State Univer- Count Basie and Bennie Good- Guernsey will play standards at sity, Marcavitch has previously overseen man as well as postwar groups 6:30 p.m. Funkis Omnibus plays the largest historic district in the United like Stan Kenton, Woody Her- from 8 to 9 p.m., with Alex Biz- States on Nantucket Island, Mass., and led man, Sammy Nestico and Brian JORDAN TONY BY PHOTO zaro, CC Wilson, Greg Meyer the operations of Housing Nantucket, an Setzer, with an emphasis on the and Bam playing all kinds of

Big Band Tradition performing affordable housing agency. He has been ANDREA MARCAVITCH BY PHOTO full gamut of ballroom dance contemporary music, although previously at the New Deal Café the Executive Director of Anacostia Trails Aaron Marcavitch rhythms. Next up is the Not Too they like to explore the funky Heritage Area Inc. for the last seven years. Cool Trio featuring Mike Grasso and starting roughly at 5 p.m. is side of jazz. A mixture of smooth While living in Greenbelt, Marcavitch has overseen or participated on trumpet. Their tasteful straight- Brilliant Corners, whose name jazz, East Bay funk, Weather in the Battle of Bladensburg Bicentennial Committee, Prince ahead sound has accompanied comes from both a Thelonius Report and some very cool origi- George’s County War of 1812 Commission, Star Spangled Ban- brunch at the New Deal Café for Monk song title and the fact that nals, will get the feet moving. ner National Historic Trail Advisory Council and Prince George’s several years (check them out they are one of the house bands Funkis Omnibus is a sophisticated County History Consortium. He is also chair of the Capital Trails every second and fourth Sunday). at the Corner Lounge in David- See JAZZ, page 11 Coalition and has recently submitted a manuscript to Arcadia Finishing the outdoor proceedings sonville. Leader Bill Freed, drum- Publishing for a book on the history of Route 1 between D.C. and Baltimore. Born and raised in southwestern Pennsylvania, the son of a mining engineer and a teacher, Marcavitch was first drawn Proposed Expansions of I-495, to architecture and planning before shifting to historic build- ings. Throughout his life there has been a persistent interest in BW Parkway Could Affect City See MARCAVITCH, page 12 by Carolina Velloso Governor Larry Hogan’s Four lanes would also be add- the area is the most congested in Election 2017 proposal to expand I-270, the ed to MD-295, the control of the nation, and Maryland has the Capital Beltway (I-495) and the which would first be transferred second-longest commute times Answers to Questions Baltimore-Washington Parkway to the Maryland Transportation nationally. (MD-295) could have a signifi- Authority (MDTA) from the U.S. Critics of the project, however, The News Review once again asked candidates for election to the cant impact on the residents of Department of the Interior. The believe that it will do little to Greenbelt City Council to respond to questions posed by this news- Greenbelt, officials say. new and existing lanes would ease traffic in the long term. The paper. Answers are limited to 300 words. If an answer exceeds the The $9 billion project, an- then be built and administered expanded highways would even- limit, the answer is cut off at that point. Here are the answers to our nounced in a press release by by the MDTA. Hogan has already tually become congested again first question. Hogan’s office on September begun the transfer negotiations and the larger number of cars 21, would add four express toll with Interior Secretary Ryan Zin- using them would increase traffic Question 1. What would you like council to accomplish in the lanes, two in each direction, to ke, the press release said. on smaller roads, said Stewart next term? I-270 and I-495. The expansion Greenbelt officials were sur- Schultz, executive director of the Colin Byrd: I only get 300 leaving. There is no permanent would cover the entire Maryland prised by Hogan’s announcement Coalition for Smarter Growth, in words, so let’s just talk about police chief. And many law abid- portion of I-495 from the Ameri- and are still gathering more spe- a press release. five of my goals: ing residents of color feel that the can Legion Memorial Bridge to cific details about the project and A 2012 study by the Federal First, I will work tirelessly racial profiling has to end. So, for the Woodrow Wilson Memorial its potential impact on Greenbelt. Highway Administration, the Na- to better protect Old Greenbelt Greenbelt, policing is complex, Bridge. The new lanes would be “We were caught off guard,” tional Park Service (NPS) and from shady developers. As a but I am committed to fixing it. built and administered by a pri- Mayor Emmett Jordan said. “We the Maryland State Highway lifelong Greenbelter, I have been That is why my campaign enjoys vate contractor in what would be were very shocked and concerned Administration on the feasibility deeply concerned about recent the support of two county pros- the largest public-private highway about the proposal.” of expanding MD-295 concluded and current attempts to destroy ecutors, former state’s attorney partnership in North America, the The proposed expansion to that a wider Parkway would not Old Greenbelt’s historic charac- Glenn Ivey and current state’s press release said. MD-295 is especially problematic See HIGHWAYS, page 11 ter. It took too long for council attorney Angela Alsobrooks. to the council members. It would to take a stand on the Lakeside Third, I will support more likely require the remov- North development issue. There progressive environmental protec- al of some of the Park- What Goes On was a lack of transparency. And, tions. Donald Trump and Scott way’s natural landscape with the ongoing zoning rewrite, Pruitt have declared war on the and possibly encroach Monday, October 9 I will stand up to developers and environment. Greenbelt cannot into Greenbelt, they said. 8 p.m., City Council Meeting, county officials who look at Old surrender. “The Parkway cuts Municipal Building Greenbelt and only see dollar Fourth, I will promote more right through our city,” Wednesday, October 11 signs instead of seeing a beautiful geographic unity. Greenbelt is Jordan said. “I’m not planned community with time- too divided by region. Wheth- sure how (Hogan) could 8 p.m., Council Worksession on Baltimore Washington Rapid honored treasures like GHI and er you live in Greenbelt East, add more lanes without the Roosevelt Center. Old Greenbelt, Franklin Park, or Rail, Community Center taking down more trees Second, I will work for in- Greenbelt Station, you are first or expanding into Green- Thursday, October 12 creased public safety and less a Greenbelter. This city council belt somehow.” 1 to 7 p.m., Free Flu Shots, biased policing. There are too cannot keep ignoring Greenbelt Hogan’s office touted PHOTO BY AMANDA LARSEN AMANDA BY PHOTO Springhill Lake Recreation many thefts, robberies, stabbings East and Greenbelt West. Living the congestion relief that Kai and Caleb enjoy painting at the Center. and shootings in Greenbelt. Many in the “outer parts” of Greenbelt the 12 new lanes would Lake during Saturday's Paint-out Saturday, October 14 police officers have expressed a does not mean you should be bring to the Baltimore- Picnic organized by the Recreation 2 to 5 p.m., Fall Fest, Schrom crisis of confidence in city lead- Washington area. Accord- Department. Hills Park ership. Many police officers are See QUESTIONS, page 6 ing to the press release, Page 2 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, October 5, 2017

Corrections The biography provided by Letters to the Editor council candidate Susan Stew- art contained an incorrect birth When Silence large donations of groceries. year. She was born in 1976. Thank you to Father Walter Is Not Golden Tappe of St. Hugh’s Church for The Greenbelt City Council his monetary contributions. unanimously agreed to send a To our friend Pamela Gregory GHI Notes letter to the county council at a monetary donation in memory Thursday, October 5, 10 a.m., its September 11, 2017, meeting of Liz Labukas. Councilmember Storm Water Management Task regarding the county’s zoning J Davis never forgets the Pantry Force Meeting, Board Room; rewrite project. Three weeks later with her consistent donations of 7:30 p.m., Board of Directors the city council has not yet taken groceries. Many thanks to Coun- Meeting, Board Room. its promised action. Time is of cilmember Ed Putens for his very Friday, October 6, office the essence. The city council had large monetary donation. closed. Emergency maintenance been asked to take action before The Pantry greatly appreciates service available at 301-474-6011. the final Comprehensive Review the dedication of our volunteers Tuesday, October 10, 7:30 draft of the new zoning ordinance and everyone involved in help- p.m., Legislative and Govern- was released. This did not happen ing feed the hungry of our com- ment Affairs Committee Meeting, and the Comprehensive Review munity. Board Room. draft was released. Solange Hess Wednesday, October 11, 7 The Residential Planned Com- Pantry Chair p.m., Member Outreach Commit- munity (RPC) zone which has tee Meeting, GHI Lobby; 7:30 protected density in Old Green- p.m., Architectural Review Com- belt for decades has been elimi- Solar Homes Shine mittee Meeting, Board Room. nated. A draft Greenbelt Neigh- Thursday, October 12, 7 p.m., borhood Conservation Overlay Saturday, October 7 Drive, walk or cycle through Board of Directors/Finance Com- Zone (NCOZ), a custom-designed mittee Work Session (2018 Bud- zone for the area previously cov- Greenbelt and notice numerous homes with roofs full of solar get), Board Room; 7 p.m., Nomi- ered by the RPC zone, has been nations and Elections Committee put on the shelf. Without action panels. Maybe one is just curious to know more about them. Maybe Meeting, GHI Lobby. by our elected leaders, the new Saturday, October 14, 11 a.m., underlying zones in Old Green- one is seriously interested in hav- - News Review, October 18, 2001 ing them installed on a house Pre-purchase Orientation, Board belt will allow for more density, Room. height and mass than what is but are confused by the various currently found. For example, purchasing options. Buy? Lease? Letters PolicyDuring City Elections the residential townhouse zone, Or maybe go with the little or no The News Review reserves the right not to publish any letter which currently caps density at down payment option and pay submitted. Letters are considered accepted when published. six dwelling units per acre, is a fixed price per kilowatt-hour All letters must include the letter writer’s name, physical ad- slated to be replaced by a Single to the installer for the amount dress and telephone number. Only the name will be published; the Family Attached Zone under the of electricity the solar panels News Review will consider withholding the name upon request. new zoning ordinance which will produce each month. To learn All letters are subject to editing for reasons of space, libel, pri- allow for 16.33 dwelling units more, mark the calendar for the vacy, taste, copyright and clarity. per acre. weekend of October 7 to 8 when In an election year, the News Review will not print a letter We ask the city council to solar homeowners across the raising a new issue the week prior to election day, when no other take its promised action before Washington, D.C., region and the party would have a chance to respond. it is too late and the character nation will be opening up homes of Old Greenbelt is irrevocably to show their systems and answer changed. There are places in questions. the county where higher density, Greenbelt will be represented height and mass may be appro- by six homes, the largest concen- priate or desired. Old Greenbelt tration in the area. And not just Greenbelt is not one of them. We are a solar energy will be highlighted. unique historic community, which Half the Greenbelt homes will is world renowned. A Greenbelt showcase plug-in hybrid and all- News Review AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER NCOZ would protect and pre- battery electric cars and home Movies since 1938 serve the unique development charging systems. Plus, a myriad 15 Crescent Road, Suite 100, Greenbelt, Maryland 20770-1887 features and character of Old of energy-conserving and water- Old Greenbelt Theatre Greenbelt while allowing GHI conserving products will be a part 129 Centerway Phone: 301-474-4131; Fax: 301-965-8247 and other property owners more of this green building tour. All 301-329-2034 [email protected] (stories, letters, photos) six Greenbelt homes will be open www.greenbelttheatre.org flexibility with respect to certain [email protected] (ads) requirements in the underlying on Saturday, October 7 from 11 Members always $6.50! a.m. to 5 p.m. [email protected] (billing) zones. Adults $9, Senior/Student Visit the Tour of Solar and website: www.greenbeltnewsreview.com See the following link for $8, Members $6.50, Kids $6 more information change.org/p/ Green Homes website for details: Community Calendar: www.greenbeltnewsreview.com/calendar ejordan-greenbeltmd-gov-protect- solartour.org/homes.html All shows before 5 PM: An electronic tour guide can Adults $7, Members $6.50, Alfred M. Skolnik, President, 1959-1977 old-greenbelt Kids $5 Aileen Kroll be downloaded for free or a Elaine Skolnik, President, 1977-1985 printed copy may be purchased OC = Open Captions CC = Closed Captions Editor: Mary Lou Williamson 301-441-2662 Notes from the Pantry for a modest fee. STAFF Matt Arbach, Mary Ann Baker, Cynthia Beck, Judy Bell, Judi Bordeaux, Melinda The success of the Pantry is SHOWTIMES Brady, Jessi Britton, Arlene Clarke, Jill Connor, Bill Cornett, Cynthia Cummings, Peter due to your generosity. Thank Oct 6th - Oct 12th Curtis, Deanna Dawson, Angie Evans, Kathleen Gallagher, Anne Gardner, Jon Gard- you Carolyn Karch and Friends ner, James Giese, Bernadette Gormally, Jim Gray, Carol Griffith, Mary Halford, Kyla of Greenbelt Theatre. Special Hanington, Amy Hansen, Solange Hess, Peggy Higgins, Rebecca Holober, Larry Hull, thanks to Bob Davis, manager at Drop Us a Line! VICTORIA AND ABDUL Elizabeth Jay, Ginny Jones, Jeff Jones, Suzette Joyner, Jennifer Moser Jurling, Lesley (PG-13) (112 mins) (CC) Kash, Sue Krofchik, Sandra Lange, Sylvia Lewis, Jim Link, Marcie Lissauer, Chris Lo- the Greenbelt Co-op foodstore, Electronically, that is. gan, Linda Lucas, Marc Manheimer, Joan Marionni, Kathleen McFarland, Cathie Mee- for supporting the $5 donation Fri. 3:00, 5:30, 8:00 PM tre, Mary Moien, Elaine Nakash, Patricia Novinsky, Gail Phillips, Marylee Platt, Peter bags. editor@greenbelt Sat. 12:30, 3:00, 5:30, Reppert, JoEllen Sarff, Pat Scully, Lola Skolnik, Shayna Skolnik, Helen Sydavar, Joanne Tomikel, Nancy Tolzman, Joanne Tucker, Jean Turkiewicz, Alan Turnbull, Many thanks to our friends of 8:00 PM the Mishkan Torah Synagogue newsreview.com Cameron Weekes, Lynn White, Janice Wolf, Karen Yoho, Ray Zammuto, Stan Zirkin Sun. 12:30, 3:00 (OC), and Dea Zugby. for your unfailing support and of 5:30 PM CIRCULATION Circulation Coordinator: Karen Yoho [email protected] Mon. 5:30, 8:00 PM Core of Greenbelt: Ian Tuckman 301-459-5624 Tues. 5:30, 8:00 PM Franklin Park: Arlene Clarke 240-988-3351 On Screen Greenbelt East: Contact Condominium Homeowner's Association Wed. 3:00, 5:30, 8:00 PM Circulation and Distribution information also available at: This Week at the Theater Thurs. 5:30, 8:00PM www.greenbeltnewsreview.com/contact-us/distribution/ Victoria and Abdul comes to Old Greenbelt Theatre on Friday, Published weekly since 1937 by the Greenbelt Cooperative Publishing Association, Inc October 6. Directed by Stephen Frears, it stars the incomparable Stage on Screen: Judi Dench, now 82, as Queen Victoria, and Ali Fazal as Indian AMERICA RISING: THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Muslim clerk Abdul Karim, who is sent to help celebrate Victoria’s Cathie Meetre, president; Diane Oberg, vice president; Deanna Dawson, secretary; Sylvia ART OF THE GUILDED Lewis, treasurer; Tom Jones, Pat Scully and Ray Zammuto. Golden Jubilee in 1887. Quite unexpectedly, Victoria finds Abdul AGE enchanting; their connection blossoms into a joyous late-life platonic Business Manager: Mary Halford bonding. (100 mins) Those not amused by this odd couple’s flourishing include Vic- Sun. 8:00 PM DEADLINES: Letters, Articles and Classified Ads - 8 p.m. Tuesday. Display Ads 4 p.m. toria’s son Bertie (Eddie Izzard), Prime Minister Lord Salisbury Monday, 8 p.m. Tuesday if camera ready. Materials for publication may be mailed to Mon. 1:00 PM address above, deposited in our box in the Co-op grocery store (by 7 p.m. Tuesday) or (Michael Gambon) and Baroness Churchill (Olivia Williams). brought to our office in the Community Center, 15 Crescent Road, during office hours. Rating: PG 13 STORYTIME ON SCREEN Mail subscriptions—$50/year. Running time: 1 hour, 50 minutes - Jim Link FREE Greenbelt Community Center at 15 Crescent Rd. Mon. 10:30 AM OFFICE HOURS: Monday 2 - 4 p.m., Tuesday 2 - 4, 6 -10 p.m. Thursday, October 5, 2017 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 3 Community Events

Library Events GAIL Assistance Contra Dance! Services to the Blind Free Flu Vaccines Monday, October 9: 6:30 p.m. In Estate Planning The Greenbelt Recreation De- Topic of Explorations In Franklin Park English Conversation Club. The Greenbelt Assistance in partment and the Folklore Society Explorations Unlimited wel- Free flu shots for persons age Monthly Storytimes Living (GAIL) program presents of Greater Washington invite all comes Lawrence Bowens and six months and older will be Monday, October 9: Storytime: Attorney Cheryl Chapman Hen- to participate in the contra dance staff from Blind Industries and offered Thursday, October 12 Ages 3 to 5, 7 p.m. in English derson’s Workshop, Your Author- on Saturday, October 7, at the Services of Maryland (BISM) from 1 to 7 p.m. at Springhill and Spanish to celebrate Hispanic ity, Your Estate Plan: Remain in Youth Center gym. The dance on Friday, October 6. They will Lake Recreation Center. Injectable Heritage Month. the Driver’s Seat on Thursday, begins at 7 p.m. and welcomes provide an overview of the ser- (shot) vaccine will be offered. Weekly Storytimes October 12 from 12:30 to 2:30 beginners as well as experienced vices and workshops that BISM No appointment is necessary. Tuesday, October 10: Story- p.m. at the Municipal Building, dancers. Beginner lessons start provides. This is an opportunity Children under 18 years of age time: Ages 3 to 5, 7 p.m. 2nd floor. To register, call Green- at 6:30 p.m. Ann Fallon will be to get answers to any questions must be accompanied by a parent/ Wednesday, October 11: Sto- belt CARES at 301-345-6660. calling to the music of Bramble- regarding low vision or blindness guardian. rytime: Ages 3 to 5, 10:15 a.m., Topics include successful se- berry with Chelle Fultz on fiddle, related issues. Limited parking is available at Ages 2-3, 11:15 a.m. crets to estate planning, wills and Bob Garber on clarinet and Diane BISM, established in 1908 by the Rec. Center, located at 6101 Thursday, October 12: Story- probate, trusts – revocable, irre- Sorenson on keyboard. There is a the Maryland General Assembly, Cherrywood Lane. time: Ages newborn to 2, 10:15 vocable, special needs – and how fee, payable in cash only. provides evolving employment and 11:15 a.m., Ages 2 to 3, they work, powers of attorneys, Contra dance is not only fun, and training opportunities for 4:15 p.m. advance directives and HIPAA but it is also very social and a blind and visually impaired peo- Food Scrap Compost STEM-tastic: Crazy 8’s Math authorizations. Learn about ba- great way to meet new people ple of all ages. The Rehabilitation Tuesday, October 10: 5:30 and get lots of exercise. Basical- Survey for Residents sic Medicaid, Medicare and VA and Training Division offers in- The Green Team’s Zero-waste p.m., for grades 3 to 5. benefits. ly, it is danced to live music that novative programs that teach real- African History & Culture can have an array of instruments Circle’s Organics Task Force has This is an interactive presenta- world skills, build self-confidence developed a quick five-question Tuesday, October 10, 7 p.m. tion so expect to get many ques- depending on the band. There is and prepare blind people for the The Scramble for Africa in the a caller who calls the dance by survey for residents. We want tions answered. everyday challenges of family, to know if residents would be 21st Century, presented by C.R. doing a “walk through” before school and work. Programs and Gibbs. each dance. Once you get the interested in a program to col- services are free of charge for lect food scraps for composting, You may contact the branch Leave No Trace moves for the dance, the pattern Maryland citizens. information staff for details either On Friday, October 13, Ex- just repeats itself. Easy! At the which would divert them from Explorations Unlimited is held the landfill. If there is enough in person or by calling 301-345- plorations Unlimited welcomes beginning of each evening dance, every Friday beginning at 1 p.m. 5800. Alison Longworth from the there is a 30-minute lesson to go interest, we hope to work with at the Community Center. This the city to explore establishing a Greenbelt Recreation Department. over all the basic steps that will presentation will be held in Room Longworth, a Leave No Trace be called. pilot program. Access the survey Menu for Senior 114. Everyone is welcome to at- at surveymonkey.com/r/RJKKQ3R trainer, will take participants on Come on out and enjoy the tend, and questions are always Nutrition Program an interactive program that pro- wonderful music of Brambleberry encouraged. Call 301-397-2208 The Senior Nutrition Food vides the necessary tools to enjoy and dance to the calling of Fal- for more information. and Friendship program pro- the outdoors responsibly. Attend- lon. Call 240-542-2054 for more 12-Step Overeaters vides lunches for seniors Monday ees will explore the principles of information. Anonymous to Meet through Friday at the Community Computer Club Meets Leave No Trace through engaging The Greenbelt Computer Club Overeaters Anonymous, a free Center beginning at noon. Meals hands-on activities. will hold its monthly meeting 12-step support group for peo- must be reserved by 11 a.m. two Longworth is an avid outdoors Events at MakerSpace on Thursday, October 12 from ple with over- and under-eating days ahead so that enough food person and teaches Leave No Thursday, October 5: Coder 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Commu- and other problems with food, is is ordered. Call 301-397-2208 Trace and bicycling classes at Dojo (kids!) 5 to 6:30 p.m. (We nity Center in Room 112. Ev- holding a Newcomers Welcome ext. 4215. the recreation department. She will be open after Coder Dojo: eryone is welcome to participate meeting Monday, October 9 at All meals include margarine, is a recreation coordinator at the the Gadget Group leader is un- in discussions about the latest in Greenbelt Baptist Church. The coffee or tea and skim milk. Youth Center and has worked for available this week.) computers, tablets and consumer group meets every Monday be- Menus for the week of October 9 the city for three and a half years. Friday, October 6: First Friday electronics. Basic troubleshooting ginning at 7 p.m. The church is are as follows: Explorations Unlimited is held Game Night 6 to 9 p.m. advice for Windows computers located at 101 Greenhill Road. Monday, October 9: All sites every Friday beginning at 1 p.m. Saturday, October 7: Adult Ro- and some for Apple iPad and For more information call 240- closed for Columbus Day holiday. at the Community Center. The botics from 10 a.m. to noon and iPhone is available. 305-3433 or 240-601-3128. Tuesday, October 10: Sloppy presentation will be held in Room FLL Team 3 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Joe, mixed beans, hot glazed 114. All are welcome to attend Sunday, October 8: Animation peaches, coleslaw, wheat ham- and questions are encouraged. from 2 to 4 p.m. Utopia Film Festival Presents burger bun, orange juice. Call 301-397-2208 for more in- Monday, October 9: FLL Wednesday, October 11: Baked Sunday, Oct. 8th, Wed., Oct. 11th, & Fri., Oct. 13th formation. Team 1 from 5 to 6:30 p.m., Beginning at 8 PM chicken thigh with Dijon herb Teacher Meetup from 7 to 9 p.m. sauce, scalloped potatoes, broc- Tuesday, October 10: FLL coli, Texas bread, pineapple tid- Space Available Team 2 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and “No Pity,” “Oliver’s Treasure,” bits, apple juice. For York Trip Labradoodles from 7:30 to 9 p.m. and “Rapunzel” Thursday, October 12: Beef The Greenbelt Recreation De- Wednesday, October 11: Fiber Italiano, garlic and red pepper partment still has openings for Fans from 6 to 9 p.m. penne pasta, green peas, wheat the trip on Monday, October 16 On Greenbelt Access Television, Inc. (GATe) roll, fresh fruit, grape juice. to York, Pa. Attendees will be Friday, October 13: Creamy able to tour the Harley Davidson Comcast 77 & Verizon Fios 19 Channels tikka chicken, parslied rice, cau- factory, enjoy lunch at the York liflower, naan bread, mandarin Central Market and pick lus- oranges, apple juice. cious apples at Shaw’s Orchards. More Community Events The bus leaves from the Library Greenbelt Arts Center parking lot at 8 a.m. and returns are located throughout 1K and 5K Fun Runs COMING SOON TO GAC at 6 p.m. the paper. At Greenbelt Elem. If interested in participating, The Greenbelt Elementary call 301-397-2208. There is a fee. School PTA is sponsoring the annual Rafael’s Race 1K fun run and 5K race on Saturday, October 7. The event remembers Rafael Greenbelt Access Television, Inc. (GATe) Martins, a GES student who died 2nd Floor, Greenbelt Community Center, Suite 204 in 2009, and raises funds the PTA www.greenbeltaccesstv.org • Studio: 301-507-6581 provides to the school to support student field trips. Both runs start and end at Greenbelt Elementary Free and Open to the Public School, 66 Ridge Road, with the Board of Directors’ Meeting 1K starting at 8:40 a.m. and the Tuesday, Oct 17, 7:30PM 5K at 9 a.m. More information and a link to register are avail- able at greenbeltelementarypta. Members Only – Reservations required org/?page_id=2868. Canon Camera Class - $$

Sat., Oct. 21st, 9 – 4 PM, Mon., Oct 23rd, 7-10PM Free Concert Adobe Premiere Pro Class - $$$ Band Performance Learn the basics of capturing, editing, Enjoy a tuneful Sunday af- graphics, and output ternoon with a variety of mu- Saturdays, Nov. 4, 11, and 18th COMING SOON Oct 16 to 19 - Greenbelt Community Center sic provided by the entertaining Auditions - Almost, Maine – – Oct 16 to 19 - Greenbelt Community Center 9 AM - 3PM - Nov 24-Dec 17 - Directed by Jon Gardner Greenbelt Concert Band led by The Wizard of Oz – Nov 24 - Dec 17 - Directed by Jon Gardner - Jan 26-Feb 17, 2018 - Executive Directed by Bob Kleinberg Conductor Joan Rackey on Sun- Almost, Maine – Jan 26 - Feb 17, 2018 - Executive Directed by Bob Kleinberg day, Oct 15 from 3:30 to 5 pm at Check out our Channel on Comcast 77 and Verizon Fios 19 the Greenbelt American Legion To view our schedule, visit: www.greenbeltaccesstv.org For information & reservations, call 301-441-8770 or And click on “Channel” email: [email protected] or Hofberg Hall. BOOK TICKETS ONLINE at www.greenbeltartscenter.org

Page 4 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, October 5, 2017 Co-op Month in Greenbelt by Leta Mach Obituaries Our sympathies to family and This is the second in a series control. Cooperatives are au- friends of long-time Greenbelter of articles for Co-op Month. tonomous, self-help organizations Julia Stratchko Craig Tooley who died on Sep- The principles of education, controlled by their members. As Greenbelt resident Julia tember 29. training and information are cru- such, they hold annual meetings Stratchko was born on January Our condolences to the friends cial to the continued success of and elect a board of directors to 30, 1931, and died peacefully and family of Julia Stratchko. cooperative businesses. Greenbelt set policy. The Greenbelt News on September 26, 2017. For 60 Mrs. Stratchko was a member of co-ops provide this in many ways Review and the Co-op Supermar- years, Mrs. Stratchko was the St. Hugh Church and died peace- with a highlight being participa- ket and Pharmacy hold annual wife of Eugene Stratchko, who fully on September 26. tion in the Greenbelt Cooperative meetings in the fall and they both preceded her in death on Sep- Condolences also to friends Alliance to explain cooperative have seven board members. The tember 1, 2014. She is survived and family of Samuel Hoffman business practices to both co- Greenbelt Federal Credit Union, by her five sons: David (Su- who died recently. op members and non-members. GHI and the Greenbelt Nursery san), Gary (Karen), James (Ale- Lucinda Frend, longtime resi- Greenbelt’s cooperatives have School hold their annual meetings sia), Steven (Diana) and Edward FAMILY OF STRACHKO COURTESY PHOTO dent of Greenbelt and GHI, has also been interviewed by Green- in the spring. The credit union (Katy), and by 11 grandchildren Julia Stratchko recently been memorialized for belt Access Television and these has seven board members plus and two great-grandchildren. Her her 29 years of service to the interviews can be seen on GATe three credit committee members kindness and strong belief in her knew her. Mrs. Stratchko was a Berwyn Heights Volunteer Fire during Co-op Month. In addi- who are elected. GHI members faith was admired and cherished member of the Franciscan order Department and Rescue Squad. tion to fulfilling its purpose of elect nine board members, three by many and her positive at- and a devoted and active mem- Her memorial can be seen in disseminating information, the audit committee members and titude and influence will forever ber of St. Hugh of Grenoble the Founders Circle, located at Greenbelt News Review also five nominations and elections remain in the hearts of all who Catholic Church in Greenbelt. the First Services Building in works with college interns to committee members. The nursery Landover Hills. The Founders further their education. The Co- school board is comprised of Circle honors fallen firefighters op Supermarket and Pharmacy seven committee chairpersons, Animals to be Blessed Sunday and those who have had signifi- holds sampling of products and four elected executive members cant impacts on their fire compa- offers consumer information for and the schools’ director and Mowatt United Methodist teddy bears or other toy animals. nies. Frend was named Secre- shoppers including factsheets and administrator. Members of Green- Church and the Greenbelt Com- If a pet is unable to attend, bring tary Emeritus by the Department recipes. Greenbelt Homes, Inc. belt Makerspace Cooperative munity Church will hold their an- a photo instead. shortly before she died in 2014. (GHI) sends email and printed attend meetings, vote on policies nual joint Blessing of the Animals Donations for the Greenbelt Congratulations to Debbie newsletters and holds town hall and procedures, and decide which service on the Mowatt Church Community Animal Response Fishbeck who finished her mas- meetings on relevant topics. The programs to offer. Many co-ops, lawn Sunday, October 8 promptly Team (GCART) will be accepted. ter’s degree on September 27 at Greenbelt Federal Credit Union such as GHI, the Greenbelt Nurs- at 4:30 p.m. Pastors Fay Lundin GCART will have an information the Richard Gilder Institute at has financial counseling and ed- ery School, the Greenbelt Federal and Glennyce Grindstaff will of- table at the bless- the American Museum of Natural ucation for members through Credit Union and the Co-op Su- ficiate. In case of rain or inclem- ing. History. GreenPath Financial Wellness permarket and Pharmacy, hire ent weather, the ceremony will For further in- Please share your accomplish- and in its quarterly newsletters. managers to run the day-to-day be held in the upstairs Fellowship formation, call ments, milestones and news in Greenbelt Makerspace Coopera- business of the co-op. Hall. Use the front entrance. 301-474-9410 or the Our Neighbor column. Send tive holds regular repair cafés to St. Francis of Assisi was a re- visit greenbeltumc. details of your news items to help people learn how to repair nowned animal lover of the 13th org. [email protected]. equipment. And, the purpose of Our Empty Bowls century, but it is thought that the Greenbelt Nursery School is to Will Fill You Up animal blessing tradition dates back to the fourth century with Mowatt Memorial United Methodist Church provide an enriching educational Greenbelt Potters, Greenbelt 40 Ridge Road, Greenbelt Community Church and Mish- St. Anthony of the Desert. environment for young children Open hearts, Open minds, Open doors and their parents. kan Torah Synagogue will be Animals must be safely and www.greenbeltumc.org 301-474-9410 Economic Participation co-sponsoring an Empty Bowls comfortably transported back Members of a cooperative fundraiser for Help By Phone on and forth to the events and own- Rev. Fay Lundin, Pastor build a better world economically Saturday, October 7 from 4 to ers should have water and food by working together. Members 7 p.m. in the Social Hall at the on hand if needed. Make sure Worship Service 10 a.m. of the Greenbelt Federal Credit Greenbelt Community Church, animals are properly restrained Blessing of the animals Sunday 4:30. Union receive low loan rates, 1 Hillside Road. Tickets can (leashes for dogs and carrying dividends and bonus dividends. be bought from Marsha Voigt cages for cats or other small ani- As not-for-profit organizations, (301-345-7631), Kathy Reyn- mals). Cats and dogs must wear a credit unions generally offer bet- olds (301-351-7496) or the Com- collar with current ID. Do not bring pets that are Greenbelt Community Church ter rates than for-profit banks. munity Church (301-474-6171). UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Members of GHI can find afford- All proceeds will go to Help not people- or animal-friendly or able homes. Co-op Supermarket By Phone to support their sev- animals that will be frightened. 1 Hillside (at Crescent Road) and Pharmacy members receive en food pantries in the county. Children are welcome to bring Phone: 301-474-6171 mornings an annual patronage dividend www.greenbeltcommunitychurch.org based on the financial perfor- mance of the store. Likewise, Sunday Worship members of the Greenbelt News 10:15 a.m. Review may receive a dividend “God has created us all human…He is kind & just to Rev. Glennyce Grindstaff, Pastor that depends upon the financial all. Why should we be unkind & unjust to each other?” success of the paper. - Baha’i Writings Democratic Control The principle that coopera- Paint Branch Unitarian Universalist Church tives maintain their autonomy and Greenbelt Baha'i' Community 3215 Powder Mill Road, Adelphi independence is closely linked Phone: 301-937-3666 www.pbuuc.org to the principle of democratic 1-800-22-UNITE 301-345-2918 Welcomes you to our open, nurturing community [email protected] www.greenbeltbahais.org October 8 10 a.m. "Resistance and Resilience for Times Like These" ST. HUGH OF GRENOBLE CATHOLIC CHURCH Guest Speaker Rev. Karen Lee Scrivo; with Worship Associates Beth Charboneau and Catholic 135 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 Elizabeth Porter; and Carla Miller, DMRE Community 301-474-4322 As people of faith and conscience, we must push back against hatred, bigotry and of Greenbelt white nationalism as part of a long-term sustained movement-- not an every now and MASS Mass Schedule: again thing. Where can we find strength for ongoing resistance? And how can we remain resilient in the face of such repeated and systemic injustice? Sundays 10 A.M. Sunday 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. Municipal Building Saturday 9:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. Daily Mass: 7:15 a.m. ALL ARE WELCOME. Sacrament of Penance: Saturday 3:30-4:30 p.m. Mishkan Torah Congregation Pastor: Rev. Walter J. Tappe 10 Ridge Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 301-474-4223 Holy Cross An unpretentious, historic, welcoming, liberal, egali- Thrift Store tarian synagogue that respects tradition and becomes your extended family in the 21st century. Every Thursday Shabbat services: Friday evening at 8:00 PM, except 1st Friday of the month, 10am – 4pm i.e. family service at 7:00 PM. Saturday morning services at 9:30 AM. Educational programs for children K–12 and for adults. Good, clean clothes for women, Come worship God with us! Combined innovative full family educational program for parents and children. men and children! Conversion classes. Concert choir. Social Action program. Sunday School 9:45AM Opportunity for leadership development. Shoes, jewelry, books, etc. Moderate, flexible dues. High holiday seating for visitors. Worship Service 11:00AM Sisterhood. Men's Club. Other Social Activities. 6905 Greenbelt Road Interfaith families are welcome. , Greenbelt, Md. 301-345-5111 101 Greenhill Road Greenbelt, MD 20770 Historic synagogue dually affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (301) 474-­‐4212 www. greenbeltbaptist.org and the Jewish Reconstructionist Federation

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YORK, PA. TRIP The Greenbelt Recreation De- partment still has opening for the trip to York, PA to tour the Harley Davidson factory, enjoy City Information lunch at the York Central Mar- ket, then pick luscious apples GREENBELT CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING VACANCIES ON BOARDS & COMMITTEES at Shaw’s Orchards. The bus Municipal Building, October 9, 2017 – 8:00 p.m. Volunteer to serve on City Council Advisory Groups. leaves from the library parking There are currently vacancies on: Advisory Commit- lot at 8:00am on Monday, Oc- ORGANIZATION tee on Education, Advisory Planning Board, Arts Advisory tober 16 and returns at 6:00pm. Call to Order Board, Greenbelt Advisory Committee on Environmental Please call 301-397-2208 if you Roll Call Sustainability, Park and Recreation Advisory Board and are interested in participating. Meditation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Youth Advisory Committee. $67 for residents; $84 for Non- Consent Agenda – Approval of Staff Recommendations residents . (Items on the Consent Agenda [marked by *] will be ap- For information on how to apply contact 301-474-8000. proved as recommended by staff, subject to removal from ATTENTION LOCAL the Consent Agenda by Council.) MEETINGS FOR WEEK OF OCTOBER 9-13 BUSINESSES AND Approval of Agenda and Additions Monday, October 9 at 5:30pm, YOUTH ADVISORY COM- ORGANIZATIONS COMMUNICATIONS MITTEE, at Springhill Lake Club House, 6101 Cherrywood The twelfth annual Gobble - Presentations Road. On the agenda: Voting Age Awareness Campaign Wobble 5K Family Fun Run - Oath of Office – New Greenbelt Police Officer & Walk is rapidly approach- - Proclamation – Cooperative Month Monday, October 9 at 8:00pm, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL ing. The Gobble Wobble - Proclamation – Adopt-a-Dog Month MEETING at Municipal Building, 25 Crescent Road. Live has become a Thanksgiving morning tradition for many, - Petitions and Requests on Comcast 71, Verizon 21 and Streaming on www.green- as families join both novice (Petitions received at the meeting will not be acted upon by the City beltmd.gov. and experienced runners for Council at this meeting unless Council waives its Standing Rules.) Wednesday, October 11 at 7:30Am, at this great community event. - * Minutes of Council Meetings BUSINESS COFFEE Municipal Building, 25 Crescent Road. All interested parties The Greenbelt Recreation - Administrative Reports welcome. Department is seeking local - *Committee Reports businesses and organiza- LEGISLATION Wednesday, October 11, at 8:00pm COUNCIL WORK SESSION tions that would be inter- OTHER BUSINESS re: Baltimore-Washington Rapid Rail at Community Center, ested in supporting the Gob- - Letter to County re: County Zoning Rewrite/NCO Zone 15 Crescent Road. ble Wobble and continuing - Approval of Community Questionnaire the growing success of the This schedule is subject to change. For confirmation that a event. Businesses and orga- - Response to WMATA Bus Route Changes meeting is being held call 301-474-8000. nizations have three options - Baltimore-Washington MAGLEV Project (listed below) in sponsoring - Council Activities CITY OF GREENBELT the 2017 Gobble Wobble 5K - Council Reports RECREATION DEPARTMENT Family Fun Run & Walk. Business Office: 301.397.2200 MEETINGS www.greenbeltmd.gov/ Bronze Sponsor ($100) recreation NOTE: This is a preliminary agenda, subject to change. Regular Coun- • Logo on all print and cil meetings are open to the public, and all interested citizens are invit- electronic advertisements ed to attend. If special accommodations are required for any disabled (includes event flyer/ person, please call 301-474-8000 no later than 10am on the meeting registration form, Greenbelt day. Deaf individuals are advised to use MD RELAY at 711 or e-mail News Review, social media, [email protected] to reach the City Clerk. and city website).

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electronic advertisements AFFORDABLE PRICES! (see above). ANY REGISTERED GREENBELT VOTER MAY BURGERS, HOT DOGS, NACHOS, & MORE! • Logo on back of race shirt CHOOSE TO VOTE BY EARLY VOTING or ABSENTEE Courtesy of Greenbelt Babe Ruth given to all registrants. DRINKS VOTING NO MORE EXCUSES! Courtesy of Greenbelt Soccer Alliance

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WEATHER & INFORMATION (see above). EARLY VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS HOTLINE • -Logo on back of race shirt Schrom Hills Park Clubhouse, 6915 Hanover Parkway  $1 Pumpkin Patch 301.474.0646 given to all registrants.  Live Music courtesy of Just Us • -Sign (provided by Saturday, October 21st, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and  Hayrides Sunday, October 22nd, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm  Pumpkin Decorating business/organization) at  Mechanical Bull Ride start/finish line. Springhill Lake Recreation Center, 6101 Cherrywood Lane  Moonbounces & Inflatables • -Promotion materials Saturday, October 28th, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and Greenbelt Youth Center Gym (provided by business/ 99 Centerway, Greenbelt, Pho MDto 20770 Pro ps Sunday, October 29th, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Contact facility for more information KidC 301ar-e397 ID- 2208’s by Greenbelt organization) will be placed Police Department in race packets given to all

Greenbelt Municipal Building, 25 Crescent Road  Greenbelt Volunteer Fire Department registrants.  Community Groups Info Tables Mondays – Fridays, October 23rd – November 3rd, The City of Greenbelt has 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Tuesdays until 8:00 pm traditionally received great Any qualified voter of the City of support from local businesses ABSENTEE VOTING: 7:00PM-9:45PM LESSON: 6:30PM and organizations. If your Greenbelt may choose to vote by absentee ballot. Love that Music! CONTRA DANCE! business/organization is Saturday, October 7 from 7-9:45pm interested in sponsoring this An ABSENTEE BALLOT may be requested in one of two year’s Gobble Wobble, please ways. Each individual requesting a ballot must submit a Lesson at 6:30pm contact the Greenbelt Recreation separate, signed application form or letter. Calling to the music of Greenbelt Youth Center Gym, 99 Centerway Department at 301-397-2200 or Join in the fun with Ann Fallon calling to the music e-mail aphelan@greenbeltmd. • Fill out an application form that you may: 1) pick up in the City gov. All sponsorships must be Clerk’s office, 2) request from the City Clerk by phoneChelle at Fulk 301-, Fiddle; Bob Garber,of ClarinetBrambleberry,; featuring Chelle Fulk on the Fiddle, Diane Sorenson, Keyboard received by Friday, October 27. 474-8000 or by e-mail at [email protected],Fee: $10 per or person 3) (cash at door) 18+;Bob Garber on the Clarinet and Diane Sorenson on print from the City’s Web site at http://www.greenbeltmd.gov;$5 for those 7 - 17 and freeor for those 6 and under the Keyboard The Greenbelt Assistance • Write a letter of application to the City Clerk, 25 Crescent Fee: $10 per person (cash at door) 18+; $5 for in Living (GAIL) Program Road, including your full name, domicile address in Greenbelt, those 7 - 17 and free for those 6 and under presents signature, and telephone number. CHECK. CHANGE. It’s Time to Drop In For A Military service members, their families, and other U.S. CONTROL.® citizens abroad who are covered under the Uniformed and FREE Flu Shot ! Blood Pressure Management Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act may also use the Thursday, October 12, 2017 Campaign Federal Post Card Application (http://www.fvap.gov) to 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in partnership with the Ameri- can Heart Association request an absentee ballot for City election. Springhill Lake Recreation Center Contact Nima Shamsa Applications to receive absentee ballots must be received by 6101 Cherrywood Lane 240-542-2033 or via email at noon on Monday, November 6, 2017. The completed ballot *Limited Parking Available *No Appointment Needed [email protected] must be received by the City Clerk no later than 6 p.m. the day Injectable (shot) vaccine will be offered. to register and receive pro- gram information, your blood of the regular election, November 7, 2017. No absentee ballots Children under 18 years of age must be will be distributed prior to October 18. pressure testing tracker accompanied by a parent/guardian. cards or online passcode to Return your executed absentee ballot by 1) sending it through This community event is a great opportunity for all join the CHECK. CHANGE. the U.S. mail in time to arrive by November 3, 2) hand- family members, 6 months and older to get their CONTROL.® delivering it to the City Clerk’s office, or 3) placing it in the FREE flu shots! Measure your blood pressure locked drop-box at the east door of the Municipal Building at Sponsored by: at least once a week beginning 25 Crescent Road. October 16, 2017 –January Questions? Call the City Clerk at 301-474-8000, or 15, 2018. Prize Drawings. send email to [email protected]. Info at www.greenbeltmd.gov Visit www.greenbeltmd.gov/infowall Page 6 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, October 5, 2017

QUESTIONS continued from page 1 Introduced: Ms. Davis 1st Reading: September 11, 2017 “left out.” • Implement more of the sus- history as a leader, showing the Passed September 25, 2017 And, fifth, I will work to ex- tainability and pedestrian and way by example. Our city faces Posted: September 26, 2017 pand Metro access and parking at bicycle master plans and in par- unique challenges, but it has an Effective: September 25, 2017 Greenbelt Station. ticular turn Cherrywood Lane into opportunity for unique changes ORDINANCE NUMBER 1359 a complete, green street. too. When issues are compli- Judith F. Davis • Advocate for and work to cated and not the routine, lead- AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE AND EMPOWER THE CITY Many issues lie ahead for see that all Greenbelt children ership cannot continue to make OF GREENBELT, MARYLAND, TO BORROW NOT MORE the new council. Overarching can attend Greenbelt schools. excuses or bury their heads in THAN TWO MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS everything will be the outcome However, I feel it is even the sand. During our country’s ($2,500,000) FOR THE PUBLIC PURPOSE OF REPAIRING of the County Zoning Re-Write more important to undertake these most desperate times, Greenbelt THE GREENBELT LAKE DAM AS REQUIRED BY MARYLAND process. Council needs to resolve activities in a spirit of respect was founded as a city with a vi- DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT (MDE) CONSENT the NCOZ issue to protect His- and cooperation. The council sion, bucking the trend, to create ORDER DSD-2010-5 AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED toric Greenbelt’s unique character. and citizens must work together a new ideal. Why do we hesitate HEREIN, AND TO EFFECT SUCH BORROWING BY OBTAINING Next in importance is obtaining to see that the unfortunate, rep- to do so again? As we approach A LOAN FROM THE MARYLAND WATER QUALITY FINANC- the $2.5 million loan necessary rehensible tone of discourse that our 80th anniversary as a city, ING ADMINISTRATION OR ISSUING ITS GENERAL OBLIGA- to complete the repairs to the exists in many areas does not what is our vision for the next TION BONDS AND IN EITHER CASE PLEDGING THE CITY’S Greenbelt Lake dam mandated infect Greenbelt. I feel council 80 years? We should not falter FULL FAITH AND CREDIT TO REPAY THE BORROWING, PUR- by the State. Council also needs members, city staff, and Green- when watching current events SUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF SECTION 3 AND SECTION to push WMATA to agree to the belt citizens must work together nationwide, or shed our values 55 OF THE CITY CHARTER AND EITHER THE MARYLAND plans that the City can afford for to address issues. Because new for fear of political consequences. WATER QUALITY FINANCING ADMINISTRATION ACT OR the bike/pedestrian path connect- issues and concerns often arise, Let’s not sit back on our laurels SECTIONS 19-301 TO 19-309 OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ing the South Core to Metro. people must be willing to re- or use cookie-cutter solutions. ARTICLE OF THE ANNOTATED CODE OF MARYLAND PRO- Economic development that search, ask questions, listen, and This beautiful vision of Greenbelt VIDING FOR THE APPROPRIATION AND DISPOSAL OF THE is appropriate and beneficial to work with others before making must not be relegated to history. PROCEEDS OF THE BORROWING; PROVIDING FOR THE Greenbelt must also be discussed decisions and casting aspersions LEVY AND COLLECTION OF TAXES SUFFICIENT FOR THE and strategies produced. Commer- on others. In short, what I would Edward Putens PROMPT PAYMENT OF THE MATURING PRINCIPAL OF AND cial office vacancies are at 29%. most like Council to accomplish The truth be told there are INTEREST ON THE BORROWING; AND GENERALLY RELAT- Acreage around the Metro Station in the next term is a working and more projects or “unfinished” ING TO THE BORROWING AND THE REPAYMENT THEREOF. provides opportunities for positive respectful relationship. business, than can be listed here mixed-use development. The City in answering this question. I de- BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of needs a staff person who will Susan Stewart cided to choose four that I feel Greenbelt, Maryland, that: focus on this issue. Rather than submit a laundry are realistic and doable. SECTION 1. Pursuant to (a) the authority Sections 3 and 55 An assessment of City fa- list of issues, my most impor- Repairs to the Greenbelt Lake of the Charter of the City of Greenbelt (the “Charter”) and (b) ei- cilities and other elements of tant goal remains the same: To Dam are a high priority. The city ther (i) the Maryland Water Quality Financing Administration Act our aging infrastructure must be change the culture of council is under a consent order with (Sections 9-1601 to 9-1622 of the Annotated Code of Maryland) completed along with a plan and from a hands-off, reactionary the Maryland Department of the or (ii) Sections 19-301 to 19-309 of Local Government Article of costs for renovation/replacement. government, into one that em- Environment (MDE). We have no the Annotated Code of Maryland, the City of Greenbelt, Mary- Included is the HVAC system and powers the community to get choice but to make these neces- land (the “City”) is hereby authorized and empowered to borrow roof of the Greenbelt Theatre and things done. sary repairs at a cost estimate of money and incur indebtedness (the “Borrowing”) for the public possible installation of solar pan- For too long I’ve watched $1.9 million. We were originally purposes described in Section 2 hereof, at one time or from time els in suitable locations. citizen-led initiatives and con- going to phase these repairs over to time, in an amount not exceeding, in the aggregate, Two Million The City must work with the cerns fall by the way-side for a period of time, which would Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,500,000). State Highway Administration to lack of support or interest by drain our reserves and postpone SECTION 2. The proceeds of the Borrowing shall be used improve conditions on Greenbelt council. Only when anger and other capital projects such as and applied for the public purpose of financing, in whole or in Road, including lighting, bike frustration hits critical mass will roads, building repairs, park im- lanes, and timing of traffic lights. council sometimes act. Some provements, etc. Voter approval part, the public improvement project to repair the Greenbelt Lake Renovation of the Buddy Attick of these ideas seem like mere is required to borrow the funds Dam as required by the Maryland Department of the Environment Park parking lot that includes dreams now, for how long we’ve from MDE’s Water Quality State Consent Order DSD-2010-5. many “green” features needs to waited for them. That wait needs Revolving Loan Program at a SECTION 3. The proceeds of the Borrowing authorized, in- be completed. to end. very low interest rate. cluding any premium and accrued interest received therefor, shall Many studies and surveys The list is long: adding more Second, complete the path be deposited in the proper account or accounts of the City. The have been conducted in past public gardens & public art, help- to Greenbelt Metro for our new Borrowing proceeds shall be expended for the public purposes years or will soon be complet- ing newly-immigrated residents, residents at Greenbelt Station. It’s described in Section 2 hereof, and said proceeds are hereby ap- ed. The Council, staff and our adding solar power, renovating a been a long-awaited and prom- propriated for said purpose. citizens need to work closely recreation center, making a city- ised amenity for these residents. SECTION 4. For the purpose of meeting the debt service re- together to budget improvements uniting walking path, protecting Also related to Greenbelt Sta- quirements on the Borrowing authorized hereunder, and in addi- suggested in the Forest Preserve and adding acreage to the for- tion is an error in the school tion to such funds received from any other source as may from Health Assessment, the Senior est preserve, and so forth. The boundaries that keeps their ele- time to time be legally available and allocated for such purpose, Mobility and Accessibility Study, backlog from indecision leaves mentary and high school students the City shall, if and when such funds are or will be insufficient for the PSAC security camera report, council with no time for innova- from attending neighborhood such purpose, levy for each and every fiscal year during which the Recreation Master Plan Study, tion. Plans shelved indefinitely schools in Greenbelt. The county the Borrowing may be outstanding ad valorem taxes upon all real and others. are denied a schedule and budget. agreed to this back in 2004, but and tangible personal property within its corporate limits subject There are many urgent issues As a result we fall further behind. to assessment for unlimited municipal taxation in rate and amount facing the next City Council. I I’m proud our Greenbelt’s See QUESTIONS, page 7 sufficient to provide for the prompt payment of the principal of have the experience, knowledge and interest on the Borrowing in each such fiscal year, and, in and open-mindedness necessary the event the proceeds from the collection of the taxes so levied to find the best solutions for in any such fiscal year may prove inadequate for such purpose, Greenbelt and the diverse needs of our citizenry. additional taxes shall be levied in the subsequent fiscal year to make up any deficiency. The full faith and credit and unlimited Leta Mach taxing power of the City are hereby irrevocably pledged to the My goals are to build Green- prompt payment of the maturing principal of and interest on the belt’s future by working together Borrowing and to the levy and collection of the taxes hereinabove and respecting the rich heritage described as and when such taxes may become necessary in and lessons of Greenbelt’s past. I order to provide sufficient funds timely to meet the debt service would like to see Council accom- requirements of the Borrowing. plish many things including -- SECTION 5. In accordance with Section 55(b) of the Char- • Foster economic develop- ter, a complete and exact copy of this Ordinance shall be ment and support local businesses posted in a public place or places within the boundaries of the with a focus on ways the coop- City for thirty (30) days and shall be published at least once erative model can be used and within ten (10) days of its passage in a newspaper of general expanded. circulation in the City. • Support the Friends of the SECTION 6. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately Greenbelt Theater in the opera- upon its approval by a majority of the qualified electors of the tion of the theater and undertake City voting on the issue at a referendum to be held on a date phase II of the renovation. specified by the Council in accordance with Section 55(c) of • Complete gateway signage as the Charter. a welcome to Greenbelt for visi- tors and residents alike. PASSED by the Council of the City of Greenbelt, Maryland, • Repair the Greenbelt Lake at its regular meeting, September 25, 2017. dam and make the lake parking lot environmentally friendly. ______• Continue to ensure public Emmett V. Jordan, Mayor safety through community polic- ATTEST: ing and partnerships. • Look for ways to meet the needs of citizens and explore whether rooms in the historic Middle School can help. Bonita Anderson, City Clerk Thursday, October 5, 2017 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 7

QUESTIONS continued from page 6 High Blood Pressure Initiative apparently someone forgot to in- panels on several City buildings vancement of public safety and Launched by GAIL and AHA clude our new residents. and adding electric vehicles to quality of life initiatives should Fourth is a need for another our fleet will reduce our carbon continue to be a priority within The Greenbelt Assistance ing locations: Community Cen- dog park somewhere in the city footprint. I would also expect the the city. As part of this public in Living (GAIL) program an- ter, Aquatic & Fitness Center, beside the current one on Ha- Buddy Attick Lake Dam repairs safety initiative, I would advocate nounced a new partnership with Youth Center, Green Ridge House nover Parkway. The owners of to be nearly complete in 2019, for increased community policing the American Heart Association Apartments (for residents only) Franklin Park have twice offered if the funding referendum passes. initiatives such as additional bike called “Check. Change. Control. and the Springhill Lake Recre- to work with the City on a pos- I would like to see a “path for- and foot patrols. Self-monitoring Blood Pressure ation Center. sible joint public-private partner- ward” for renovations to the Initiative.” Developed to support Registration began Monday, ship to build one in Franklin auditorium and HVAC system in Aaron Marcavitch hypertension management among October 2 and continues through Park. This could be a unique our movie theater. First and foremost, I believe adults, the program engages par- Friday, October 13. The program opportunity and a first for the An on-going priority of mine that the council must prepare ticipants and emphasizes three begins on Monday, October 16 City, while we consider further is improving access to City in- for the changes that the zoning important aspects of managing and continues through Monday, alternatives for one somewhere in formation for the public. I expect code will bring and to directly hypertension: checking for high January 15, 2018. the center of town. to have the capacity to record address the policies that guide blood pressure and symptoms; For more information call or broadcast all Council work economic development within the changing lifestyle and seeking Nima Shamsa, GAIL program Bill Orleans sessions by the end of the com- community. This, to my mind, treatment; and controlling hyper- intern, at 240-542-2033 or email Council should preen less and ing term. We have the resources will include making a push for tension by taking preventative [email protected]. pontificate less. Council’s first available in the budget to make reconstruction of MD Route 193. measures. responsibility is to vote on the upgrades to the City’s document Additionally, I would ensure that This free initiative is an evi- Free Diabetes Program questions before them and be management system and website. our first responders have the - re dence-based high blood pressure willing to be accountable for Council must direct and sup- sources they need to protect and (HBP) management program that For Self-Management For the next six Tuesdays, their vote. City business should port the City Manager in order to serve Greenbelt. Finally, I would utilizes a tracker to empower the city, in cooperation with the be conducted concisely and re- insure her continuing success. A hope the council will work to patients to take ownership of county Department of Family solved. Council’s self-aggrandiz- permanent Police Chief, Director bring resources to bear on city their cardiovascular health. The Services and the American As- ing should end. Pomposity and of Planning & Community De- roads and their safety – especially target audience is residents and sociation of Diabetes Educa- hypocrisy should end. Vanity and velopment, and several other key the Southway/Ridge intersection. city staff. tors, will hold a free diabetes pretense should end. Ceremony positions will be selected/filled The program incorporates the self-management program at the should be secondary to substan- during the next term. Finally, I concepts of physical activity and Community Center. Each ses- tive conversation on issues of will work to welcome and engage Answers to our questions weight reduction, along with sion will run from 1 to 3:30 interest to Greenbelt and its resi- Greenbelt Station residents into will not be published if they remote monitoring, mentoring p.m. Registration is required; call dents. Council should welcome our community and continue to are received after the Monday and tracking as key features to 301-397-2208 or 301-248-0039. more participation from resi- focus on enhancing the connec- at 8 p.m. deadline each week. improve HBP management. The Snacks will be offered. dents, in attendance and speaking tions and a sense of community initiative encourages residents and The workshops are targeted at meetings. Greenbelters own between all sections of Greenbelt. staff to take weekly readings over for people with Type 2 diabetes, council, not those elected to it. three months, with monthly prize their caregivers, family members None of us can know what Silke Pope Virginia Beauchamp drawings for participants who or friends, Medicare beneficiaries will happen tomorrow. Things we It is time for the city to hire take four blood pressure readings Scholarship Funding diagnosed with diabetes, and peo- may have thought off the table a part time smart growth eco- per month and submit their data The University of Maryland’s ple diagnosed with pre-diabetes could return; those we may have nomic development advisor to via computer or tracker cards (UMD) network for women, the or borderline diabetes. thought inconceivable could bear help guide the city and refine its turned in to the GAIL program Campus Club, has begun a fund- For more information, email upon us; things we may have vision for the Greenbelt of the office. ing appeal to endow a graduate Linda Nunes-Schrag at lnschrag@ believed about ourselves could future. I feel it is important to be Blood pressure cuffs will be scholarship at the university in made available in the follow- co.pg.md.us. prove too costly to our profit. proactive in shaping the future of honor of Virginia W. Beauchamp. I might like council just to our city by cultivating partner- She is recognized for her work be good in the next term. That ships that sustain growth. With on establishing a Women’s Stud- would be a change. I might like the rapid expansion of STEM ies program at UMD and for her more: council should be more programs in the region along work on Title IX implementation Vote for City Council and Re-elect open-minded, more good-hearted, with our proximity to the Univer- throughout Maryland. Beauchamp and clearly more transparent: sity of Maryland, Goddard, Johns served as copy editor and reporter obfuscate less; equivocate less; Hopkins and Washington DC, an for the Greenbelt News Review dissemble less. economic advisor proficient in from 1957 to 2016. She earned Leta Mach That would be some accom- the field will be a major asset to Greenbelt’s Outstanding Citizen plishment! the city. I would also like to cre- Serving YOU on City Council since 2003 Award in 2002. ate and implement an economic Tax-deductible contributions Emmett V. Jordan growth and development advi- can be made to the University of I will continue to advocate sory board to the council, whose Maryland College Park Founda- √ Experienced for many of the priorities I have prime focus will be to look at tion and should include Virginia pursued on Council over the past ways we as a city can expand W. Beauchamp Scholarship in the √ Involved 8 years. and diversify our tax base, enact memo line. The mailing address √ Committed I am committed to protecting solutions that connect current and is 4603 Calvert Rd., College the City’s unique legacy while prospective businesses, encour- Park, MD 20740. Online dona- √ Knowledgeable focusing on a vibrant future for age entrepreneurship and support tions can be made at go.umd.edu/ Greenbelt. The County zoning or- workers while protecting and vwbfund. Contact Chris Garcia dinance rewrite will be completed maintaining our city’s quality of at [email protected] for more and the character of “Historic life. information. Greenbelt” will be protected with Second, I feel it is imperative Building on the Spirit of Greenbelt a “neighborhood conservation to find a solution that ensures the overlay zone” designation. WMATA trail extension is inte- WSSC Holds Meetings … and Expanding the Possibilities At the same time, Greenbelt grated into the city in a fiscally Washington Suburban Sanita- needs to undertake our own eco- responsible fashion. There needs tion Commission (WSSC) is hold- Questions/Comments? Call me at 301-345-8105 nomic development activities in to be a concentrated focus on ing public hearings on Monday or e-mail [email protected] order to thrive. Attracting desir- this issue to get it resolved quick- October 16, at Prince George’s able business activities and en- ly. The WMATA trail extension Community College, Largo Stu- couraging commercial redevelop- helps improve connectivity within dent Center, and Wednesday Oc- Visit my website, http://www.themachs.net ment that aligns with our values our city. It is vital to support this tober 18 at the WSSC Lobby Find me on Facebook at will reduce Greenbelt’s reliance direct connection to the Metro Auditorium, 14501 Sweitzer Lane, Leta Mach for Greenbelt City Council on residential taxes. I expect to which allows residents to access Laurel, both at 7:30 p.m., to ad- have an employee focusing on mass transport supporting our dress the five different rate struc- By authority of Jill Stevenson, Treasurer these activities in the near future. ongoing vision for a cleaner and ture alternatives under consider- Related to infrastructure and more energy efficient Greenbelt. ation. To sign up to speak, visit Work Together ! Respect the Past ! 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For over 17 years, Brian But- Butler is “Hey, Dad!” ler has been an integral part of Butler’s history in profes- the Springhill Lake Recreation sional sports has been a boon Center (SHLRC). Since June to connecting with young 2000, Butler has spent much of people. Of the young men that time acting as recreation he has mentored, 25 have coordinator, a job he has shared made their way into college with Frank Jones for the past and pro basketball and of- seven years. Butler’s life has ten come back to reconnect. been at times turbulent and far- Butler’s son is now moving reaching, yet he is certain that into that realm as well. But- he has ended up where he wants ler even made his way into to be: a member of the Green- video gaming: his likeness belt community, mentoring and is part of the Playstation PHOTO BY STEPHANIE SELZER STEPHANIE BY PHOTO enriching the lives of the young 2 game Final Four, a fact From left to right: Megan Winner, Abram Shaw, Izzy Springer, people he works and lives along- that excites many upon first Chris Cherry, Amanda Ferguson, Benjamin Shaw, Liana Ventimi- side. “I’m not going anywhere,” hearing. glia, Aidan Larkin, and Maeve Ballantine, singing “Here to Stay” he says. “I am a part of this The main focus of Butler by George and Ira Gershwin. community as it is a part of me.” and Jones at SHLRC is to Prior to his life in Greenbelt, develop programs quickly Local vocalists celebrated Concerts, school dances and lis- Butler’s earlier years were largely and often. The surrounding OF BRIAN BUTLER COURTESY PHOTO the 80th anniversary of the first tening to the radio were commu- spent in professional basketball. Franklin Park community Brian Butler at an Earth Day event Greenbelt residents with two nal activities that brought the new A talented player with a bright is fluid and transient, often at Springhill Lake Recreation Center sold-out concerts at the Com- community together. future predicted, he was selected with a major shift occurring munity Center on September 30 With the rise of individual in October 1999 to be part of every four to six months. Butler to Happiness Movement (J2HM), and October 1. The celebration, handheld devices and earbuds, the Pacific Basketball League, and Jones often take existing created in September 2016 to Here to Stay: The Music of the listening to music has become a centered in Portland, Ore. The programs and adapt them to this raise funds to promote the study Greenbelt Pioneers, showcased much more personal experience. plan was that he would be signed dynamic. Currently, some of their of her illness. It is called renal the music popular in Greenbelt For this reason, Cherry believes to the summer league team for a programs are Raider Basketball medullary carcinoma and affects from the fall of 1937 to the end live music and concerts like Here lucrative salary, with an 80 per- Clinic, led by Eleanor Roos- many with a sickle-cell trait. The of 1938. to Stay play an important role in cent chance of eventually making evelt High School coach Brendan event included a 5K run through Chris Cherry, performing arts today’s community. “There is a it to the Portland Trailblazers. O’Connell; Drop-In Computer Buddy Attick Park. coordinator for the city, emceed greater need for people to have The plan was thwarted, however, Lab, in partnership with Parad- Butler proudly asserts, “I love the event, which featured per- communal celebrations and to by the third NBA lock-out of yme Management; and Eagle Greenbelt!” He feels the city formances from singers Maeve share music and to share good 1998-99, when the organization Vision Program, which promotes embraced him at the hardest Ballantine, Amanda Ferguson, times,” he said. “People long for was shut down over collective healthy living and eating. time of his life. It has been his Aidan Larkin, Abram Shaw, Ben- connection.” bargaining and salary disputes. On July 7, 2016, Butler’s experiences here that helped him jamin Shaw, Izzy Springer, Liana Hopi Auerbach and Carrie Butler was presented with the daughter, Journey, died from a “become a man.” What began as Ventimiglia and Megan Winner. Dike attended Saturday’s concert option of playing professionally rare form of kidney cancer at the an alternative life plan at SHLRC Stefan Brodd accompanied on in outfits inspired by the 1930s. overseas instead, in countries like age of 13. On Saturday, Septem- through the act of mentoring, the piano. “I wanted to contribute to the China, Ireland and Morocco. He ber 30, the Butler family held an something that “was never my Performers sang popular hits mood,” Auerbach said. More im- declined the offer due to what event at Braden Field to com- goal,” has now “become a beauti- including The Lady is a Tramp, portantly, she and Dike were ex- he saw then as a “shaky” future memorate her and to support the ful thing.” They Can’t Take That Away cited to support Greenbelt’s per- without any guarantees. With a non-profit organization, Journey From Me, and I Got Rhythm. forming arts community. “It’s all new family to look after, he was The audience was also treated about community and that’s what “chasing stability and a stable to film clips of Fred Astaire and we want,” said Dike. “That’s environment.” St. Hugh’s Church He grew up in Lakewood, Ginger Rogers dancing on roller why people love Greenbelt … th skates in Shall We Dance and because it’s designed for people N.J., but attended and played 13 Annual Eleanor Powell tap dancing in to interact.” basketball at Delaware State Uni- Rosalie. Stephanie Selzer is a Univer- versity. After time spent living In preparation for the con- sity of Maryland graduate student in Brooklyn after college, Butler Oktoberfest cert, Cherry visited the New in journalism writing for the and his family made their way October 14, 2017 — 4 p.m. - Until ? York Public Library for the Per- News Review. to Greenbelt, as his wife’s fam- forming Arts in ily resided in Maryland. At first St. Hugh’s Church Lincoln Center feeling uncertain and untethered 135 Crescent Road to perform “a ) in a community he didn’t know, little musical it was his connection to SHLRC Greenbelt, Maryland archeology.” and a stint at the Alternative Musik Provided By He searched Learning Center that set the next the archives to chapter of his life. PHIL VENTURA find music from At times regretful of miss- 1937 and 1938 ing out on a life in professional EVERYONE WELCOME! JOIN IN THE that Greenbelt sports, with all its honors and CELEBRATION! SEE YOU THERE! residents would rewards, he quickly chose to Join Us For Authentic Food, Drink And Fun have heard in move “one way, straight forward” GERMAN STYLE! LIBRARY OF CONGRESS COLLECTION OF CONGRESS LIBRARY radio, film and ( and not indulge in “a pity party.” FEATURING Broadway mu- An epiphany was his reimagin- S.V. ALT-WASHINGTONIA sicals. ing of the word “recreation” into Original Bavarian Dance Club of Music played “re-creation.” Always a spiritual Washington, DC a vital role in person, he felt that he “was sup- the lives of early posed to be here.” He embraced Red Cabbage, Sauerkraut, Potato Salad, Pork Roast, Greenbelt resi- what he now saw as “a beautiful Half Chicken, Gulasch Soup, Potato Soup, Radish dents and they situation” and threw himself into Salad, Sausa ges, Oktoberfest Beer, Wine, and Soda!

“played as hard COLLINS MARJORY BY PHOTO mentoring, creating an extended as they worked,” A sailor jitterbugs during the 1942 prom at the family of the people of his com- *DESSERTS BY KATIE* said Cherry. school, now the Greenbelt Community Center. munity. A frequent greeting to Page 10 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, October 5, 2017

Election 2017 Biographies continued from p. 1 Greenbelt City Council Hears Silke Pope Silke Pope is seeking re-election to Proposed Bus Route Changes Greenbelt City Council. Pope has lived by Brooks DuBose in Greenbelt for 19 years and has been a resident of Franklin Park, and most recently Greenbelt City Council heard with activity plus opportunity to and Seabrook MARC stations. Belle Point. Silke came to Greenbelt with about two options of proposed transfer to a lot of other buses,” Other topics covered in the her family from Germany in 1998 after her bus route changes that will af- said Himes. meeting include extending service husband, Joseph, retired from the United fect the G12 and G14 buses at Residents voiced their prefer- hours of the G12 and G14 routes States Army. Roosevelt Center during their ence for Option One. “Ridership past 9:30 p.m. on weekends, add- Raised in a small town, Pope brings to worksession with the Washing- might increase substantially if ing electronic bus departure signs Greenbelt familiar small-town values. Her ton Metropolitan Area Transit it’s servicing the [Maryland Live] to the Greenbelt Metro Station natural tendency is one of engagement and Authority (WMATA) and Prince Casino,” said resident William and increased marketing for bus activity in the community, taking on numer- NATOLI SHARON BY PHOTO George’s County Department of Orleans. routes to increase ridership. ous volunteer roles and accruing accomplish- Silke Pope Public Works and Transporta- The deadline for written tes- Brooks DuBose is a University ments in Greenbelt over the past 19 years. tion (DPWT). The September 27 timony regarding these changes of Maryland graduate student in When she is not attending council meetings and events, she is meeting was their biannual work ended on Monday, October 2 at journalism writing for the News cooking, walking, taking her rescued Greenbelt Animal Shelter session to discuss proposed bus 9 a.m. Review. dogs, Chip and Bambi, to the dog park and spending time with route changes and service perfor- WMATA and the Maryland her granddaughter. mance and to hear feedback from Department of Transportation de- Pope was a founding member of the Springhill Lake Neigh- community members. liberated on the feedback received borhood Improvement Team, which lead to her interest in public WMATA representatives Al on these proposals at a meeting Hospital to Host safety. Pope served on the city’s Public Safety Advisory Commit- Himes and Ginger Archibald ad- on the afternoon of October 2 Pink Ribbon Rally tee (PSAC) for nine years, six years as chair, until she was elected dressed the bus route proposals and will submit their recommen- On Friday, October 6, from to City Council in 2009. During her tenure leading PSAC the initially discussed at the council dations to the WMATA board of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Doctors Com- city saw real improvements in safety, including the installation of meeting on September 11, in- directors committee meeting on munity Hospital, 8118 Good security cameras at the Spellman Overpass, emergency call boxes cluding changes to the G12 and November 2. The full board will Luck Road, will hold a Pink on Metro Drive and in the Franklin Park area and window guards G14 routes, which would stagger officially vote on the proposals Ribbon Rally to educate commu- on rental buildings two stories and above. departures from the Greenbelt and on November 16. nity members and its employees Currently, Pope is the council liaison to both PSAC and the Se- New Carrollton Metro stations. DPWT representative Anthony about breast health, as well as nior Citizen Advisory Committee. She continues to support public The new schedule increases Foster offered an update on the the importance of annual mam- safety and quality of life initiatives. the frequency of bus arrivals performance of the Route 15X mogram screenings and clinical Even before proudly earning U.S. citizenship in 2006, Pope at all stops on those routes and line of The Bus, which began as breast examinations. became involved in several community groups in Greenbelt. A reduces wait times to 15 to 30 a pilot program in April 2017 and In addition to screening mam- member of St. Hugh of Grenoble Church since 2000, she has been minutes. However, this proposed services Greenbelt and New Car- mograms and clinical breast ex- involved in numerous fundraising efforts, her most notable being change will eliminate the timed rollton Metro stations and NASA ams, this event will offer music, the annual Oktoberfest, where she is best known for her authentic transfer between the G12 and Goddard. games, wellness lectures, Zumba German dishes. She has also served as president of the Belle G14 at the Crescent Road stops Foster reported the program classes, healthful snack demon- Point Homeowners’ Association since 2006 and a member of the near Roosevelt Center. has been successful thus far and strations, survivor testimonials American Legion’s Post 136 Ladies Auxiliary, where she served The timed transfer is used by ridership has shown “continued and an “Ask the Doctor” com- as president for two years. about an average of 48 riders per growth.” ponent presented by a variety of Pope has experience in the field of international business rela- day, said Himes. However, the No changes are planned for healthcare providers. The hospi- tions and banking, where her bilingual ability, attention to detail staggered schedule of the G12 the route at this time. However, tal’s Wellness on Wheels mobile and organizational skills were critical. Pope is currently employed and G14 buses could benefit 268 Mayor Emmett Jordan urged Fos- health clinic will also provide by the Prince George’s County Schools. riders per day on average. ter and DPWT to consider adding health screenings for women and Pope has served on several state and national committees The changes are budget-neu- service to Lanham-Severn Road men. including the National League of Cities (NLC) Public Safety tral, Himes said. and Crime Prevention Steering Committee and the NLC, Small Currently, the wait time be- Cities Council which she chaired in 2016. She also served on tween the G12 and G14 at Roos- Greenbelt Rotary and Field of Firsts Foundation the Maryland Municipal League Convention Planning Commit- evelt Center is five minutes. The tee and earned a fellowship from the University of Maryland’s proposed changes will increase Host Wine Gala Academy for Excellence in Local Governance. This fellowship that wait time to 15 to 30 min- provided Pope with a more thorough understanding of how local Saturday, October 21 utes. 4.00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. municipalities function and a strong understanding of governmen- These changes are expected tal policy and ethics. to reduce congestion at the New College Park Aviation Museum Carrollton Metro Station, per a 1985 Corporal Frank Scott Drive Emmett V. Jordan city memo. College Park, MD. 20740 Greenbelt resident Stephen Enjoy wines from local wineries, hors d’oevres, music Emmett V. Jordan is serving in his Holland offered an alternate pro- and dancing at the world’s oldest continuously operat- fourth term as a member of the Greenbelt posal. Holland recommended im- ing airport and its museum. City Council and second term as mayor. plementing the staggered schedule Parking at the adjacent College Park Airport. Handi- A Greenbelt resident for 17 years, Emmett on the weekends but leaving the capped parking available in museum parking lot- di- relocated to the area to work with the Uni- timed transfer schedule in place rectly in front of museum. versity of Maryland in 1998. Soon after, during weekdays. Holland’s rec- he moved to Greenbriar Condominiums, ommendation will be considered Purchase tickets at: www.greenbeltrotary.org. Click Wine Gala 2017 attracted by the convenient location and the by WMATA, Archibald said. many recreational amenities of Greenbelt. In Proposed changes for the B30 2009, he became the first and only African- Greenbelt-BWI Thurgood Mar- American elected to serve on Council. shall Express Line bus route were A native of Cincinnati, Ohio, Jordan NATOLI SHARON BY PHOTO also discussed. If enacted, the studied liberal arts and music at Morehouse Emmett Jordan B30 line would add a stop at the College and at the University of Cincinnati, Arundel Mills Mall. where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Urban Admin- Two options were mentioned istration. He completed additional graduate coursework in Public at the September 11 meeting. Administration at Seton Hall University. Emmett participated in Option One would simply add the UMD Legacy Leadership Institute on Municipal Government a stop to Arundel Mills Mall. in 2009 and completed an Academy for Excellence in Local Gov- This would decrease bus arrival At Greenbelt Federal Credit Union, you have ernance Fellowship in 2011. He attends workshops and confer- times by about 10 minutes from ences frequently to learn about new issues that affect Greenbelt. 60 minutes to 70 minutes, said a say in your savings! Archibald. Jordan has worked hard to develop productive relationships with leaders from surrounding municipalities, the county and our Option Two would reroute the B30’s path from Greenbelt Metro A community credit union for those who live, state and federal delegations. These external relationships provide a platform to advocate for the best interests of Greenbelt. For the Station through Laurel, adding work, attend school, or worship in Greenbelt one or two stops on Route 1, be- past four years, he has served on the board of directors of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments and the Mary- fore heading to the mall and BWI and their immediate families; members of the Airport. These changes would in- land Municipal League. He is the current vice chair of the MML Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket; and employees Legislative Committee and was president of the Prince George’s crease the interval between buses to roughly 90 minutes, Archibald of Doctor’s Hospital. County Municipal Association in 2013. Emmett’s career provides him with over 25 years of experience said. “This is a cost-neutral pro- in project management: planning and implementation capacity GREENBELT FEDERAL CREDIT UNION building programs for nonprofits. Since 2005, he has worked as posal,” regardless of which option ROOSEVELT CENTER, 112 CENTERWAY an independent contractor, providing professional services focused is decided, Archibald said. GREENBELT, MD 20770 on marketing, communications, strategic planning and fund devel- Councilmember Konrad Her- opment. He has worked with a variety of nonprofit organizations, ling asked if WMATA expects (301) 474-5900 including the Smithsonian Institution, the University of Maryland good ridership from the proposed www.greenbeltfcu.com at College Park, Plainfield Neighborhood Health Center and the B30 change. United Negro College Fund. “We haven’t made any spe- cific project on that. [Arundel See JORDAN, page 12 Mills Mall] seemed like an area

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GCF Grant Application continued from page 1 Deadline Approaches HIGHWAYS Police Blotter October 15 is the deadline likely improve traffic. While it tion problems than expanding to apply for a grant from the would be able to accommodate highways. Council also suggested Based on information released by the Greenbelt Police Department, Greenbelt Community Founda- more vehicles, congestion levels that investment in public transit www.greenbeltmd.gov/police tion (GCF). Nonprofit organiza- would remain roughly the same, and bike lanes would improve Dates and times are those when police were first contacted about tions and cooperatives can apply the study said. congestion and bring additional incidents. for grant amounts ranging from At its meeting on September environmental benefits by de- $500 to $5,000. GCF funds pro- 25, the Greenbelt City Council creasing the number of cars on September 23, 11:23 a.m., Two stolen vehicles were re- grams and projects that enhance announced that it would oppose those roads. 7900 block Good Luck Road. A covered. A 2012 Ford F-250 the cultural, artistic, recreational, the proposal. Council discussed An expansion of I-495 and 42-year-old nonresident was ar- pickup truck reported stolen Au- social or environmental vitality drafting a letter to Hogan, the MD-295 would also present rested and charged with strong gust 25 from the 6200 block of Greenbelt, impacts residents Maryland congressional delega- additional challenges, such as arm robbery, second degree as- Springhill Drive was recovered in all parts of Greenbelt and can tion and NPS officials, focusing noise, to Greenbelt residents, sault and theft. He and a woman September 20 by Prince George’s be completed in one year or less. on the more urgent issue of pre- councilmembers said. Greenbelt, were in a vehicle when they County police on Hamilton Street Applications can be found on the venting transfer of MD-295 from which is cut through by both became engaged in a verbal ar- near Edmonston Road in Hy- GCF website at greenbeltfounda- federal to state control. Expansion thoroughfares, is in a position to gument. He then pulled over, attsville. A 2000 Toyota Corolla tion.net. of MD-295 could not begin if the be uniquely affected. pushed her out of the vehicle, reported stolen June 6 from the To be eligible for direct fund- transfer did not occur. “For the residents in our forcibly took her cell phone and 9100 block Springhill Lane was ing, an organization should be “The idea that (the Parkway) neighborhoods adjacent to the book bag and fled in the car. He recovered September 21 by Phila- a 501(c)(3) or can qualify by would transfer to (the MDTA) Beltway, noise is really an issue,” returned a short time later and delphia city police. partnering with a 501(c)(3) orga- when it is federal property … Jordan said, “so adding four more was arrested. He was transported Eight thefts from vehicles nization to act as a fiscal agent to is totally unacceptable,” Coun- lanes seems that it will make it a to the Department of Corrections were reported. Four tires and oversee the project or program. cilmember Judith Davis said. “It lot worse.” for a hearing before a district rims were taken from each of The fiscal agent’s mission should worries me that the federal gov- Council indicated that a poten- court commissioner. three vehicles, one in the 100 be in line with the applying orga- ernment would even entertain this tial next step would be to partner DWI/DUI block Westway, another in the nization’s mission. idea. This would just be another with other coalitions to oppose September 16, 2:12 a.m., 7200 block Hanover Drive and Six organizations received indication of money coming be- the project. 6900 block Hanover Parkway. A the third in the 9100 block funding from the GCF during the fore the environment.” Carolina Velloso is a Univer- 43-year-old resident was arrested Springhill Lane. Four wheel cov- Spring 2017 application cycle: The Coalition for Smarter sity of Maryland graduate student and charged with driving while ers were taken from one ve- alight Dance Theater, Center for Growth, in a press release, said in journalism writing for the impaired by alcohol and other hicle in the 6000 block Greenbelt Dynamic Community Gover- that enhancing mass transit would News Review. traffic-related charges after being Road. An attempt was made to nance, Eleanor Roosevelt High better address Maryland’s conges- stopped for a traffic violation. He steal tires and rims in the 6400 School Band Program, Greenbelt was released on citations pend- block Ivy Lane, where the front Arts Center, The Better Place, ing trial. passenger window was broken, Inc. and The GEMZ, Inc. Theft but entry was not gained. Send the completed proposal JAZZ continued from page 1 September 21, 11:55 a.m., 11 Windows were broken and via email to info@greenbelt- Crescent Road. A laptop comput- items removed in the 5700 block foundation.net or mail it to P.O. smorgasbord of sound. Co-op Supermarket & Pharmacy, er was taken from the Greenbelt Greenbelt Metro Drive (dash Box 234, Greenbelt, MD 20768, Headliner 4 Tha Gruv, playing Old Greenbelt Theatre, Greenbelt library. A black man with a heavy camera and audio speaker) and postmarked no later than October from 9 to 11:30 p.m., is a dance- Federal Credit Union, New Deal build and facial hair, wearing the 400 block Ridge Road (back- 15, 2017. friendly smooth jazz septet led by Café, Friends of New Deal Café a blue shirt, tan pants and blue pack). A handicap placard was drummer Darrell Dunning. One Arts and the City of Greenbelt. Nike shoes was observed on taken in the 5700 block Greenbelt of their signature songs is drum- The festival is free and open video and is possibly involved. Metro Drive from a possibly un- Employment Law mer Billy Cobham’s Red Barron to the public, Saturday, October September 21, 10:07 p.m., locked vehicle. A decorative grille from the Charlie Brown/Peanuts 14, 1 to 11:30 p.m. In case of 7200 block Hanover Parkway. was taken in the 6000 block Clinic Rescheduled animated cartoon. They are on rain, the festival will be inside Two business signs were pulled Greenbelt Road. The employment law phone par with other well-known local the cafe. from the front of a building. Vandalism was reported in bank on ABC News (7 On Your smooth jazz groups, by putting September 22, 2 p.m., 99 Cen- the 9100 block Springhill Lane, Side), referenced in an article in jazz stylings on familiar songs terway. A black Jamis Trail XR where a rear passenger window the August 24 News Review, has like Sarah Smile. They do it all bike and a white and silver Giant was broken out. been rescheduled for Thursday, for the groove. Bolder bike were taken from the Barricade Situation October 12 between 4:30 and This evening is sponsored Youth Center. October 2, 6:58 p.m., 7800 6:30 p.m. The telephone contact by Beltway Plaza, Town Center September 23, 2:40 a.m., 5700 block of Hanover Parkway. A number will be announced inter- Realty, Roosevelt Center Mer- block Greenbelt Metro Drive. male suspect assaulted a female mittently starting with the 4 p.m. chants Association, Greenbelt A silver Trek Crossrip bike was victim and threatened her with a news broadcast. taken from the bike rack on a knife. The female victim fled and Volunteer attorneys will be vehicle. contacted police, leaving a 3-year available to answer questions September 25, 6 a.m., 5300 old child in the residence. The from viewers in the District, block North Center Drive. Lum- suspect and another male adult Maryland and Virginia on a wide Get Together ber was taken from a construc- remained inside the residence variety of employment issues, & Fundraiser tion site. with the child, refusing to leave. including wage theft (failure to pay minimum wage or over- Meet friends new and old. Everyone is September 26, 10:20 a.m., 100 The suspect, Greenbelt resident welcome. Please join us! time), unemployment compensa- block Westway. A necklace was Mario Alexander Rodriguez, 35, October 9, 6-9 pm taken from a residence. was apprehended at 11:27 p.m. tion, Family Medical Leave Act, sick leave, discrimination laws Gus’s World Famous Fried September 26, noon, 5900 and taken into custody. The child Chicken Restaurant, located block Cherrywood Terrace. Per- was found inside the residence, (including sexual harassment), at 5810 Greenbelt Rd sonal documents were taken from safe. The other adult male was workers’ compensation, OSHA, terminations, criminal records and FB.com/SusanStewart4CityCouncil Susan Stewart a residence. released without charge. Charges for Greenbelt City Council September 23, 11:45 a.m., are pending for Rodriguez. employee benefits. By the authority of Melinda Brady, Treasurer 7500 block Greenbelt Road. A 59-year-old nonresident was ar- Fight at Eleanor FB.com/SusanStewart4CityCouncil rested and charged with tres- SusanStewart4CityCouncil.com pass after she was found on the Roosevelt High School According to a press release By the authority of Melinda Brady, Treasurer grounds of Greenway Shopping from Eleanor Roosevelt High Center after having been banned School, an altercation between from the shopping center by two students resulted in minor agents of the property. She was Are You Ready to Jazz and Reggae the Vote?!? stabbing wounds to both. Both released on citation pending trial. students were detained by the Meet the candidates, discuss the Vehicle Crime school while authorities were issues, and get mo�vated to vote... One vehicle was stolen, a notified and were then sent to the Join us Saturday, Oct 14, 11-1pm, at green 2007 Audi Q7 SUV with hospital with minor injuries. the New Deal Cafe and stay for the Va. tags VWL7967. incredible Greenbelt Jazz Fes�val! Then let's keep the drive alive Tuesday, Oct 24, 5-8pm, at the The Department is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information Beltway Plaza Mall with energy from the magical guitars of Kevin Robinson and KERQ! Halloween leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect in any of the unsolved costumes are encouraged, and bring crimes reported in the blotter. the kids for some fun ac�vi�es! Call 1-866-411-TIPS. The public is invited to a Meet the Candidates forum on Thursday People may anonymously report suspected drug activity by calling the October 26, 7-10pm. Candidates are invited to make a brief introduc�on and then mingle with residents to discuss issues. Pizza Drug Tip Line at 240-542-2145. and refreshments will be served. Hosted by Verde at Greenbelt Sta�on which is located at 8010 Greenbelt Sta�on Parkway. Parking is limited so please carpool if you are driving. These events are sponsored by Greenbelt VOTES. Our mission is to promote civic engagement by providing informa�on, mo�va�on, and assistance visit Meet the Candidates in par�cipa�ng in the municipal elec�ons, city Greenbelt West - Verde at Greenbelt Sta�on council sessions, and civic volunteer opportuni�es. Thursday, Oct 26, 7-10pm www.greenbeltnewsreview.com For more informa�on visit votes.greenbeltmd.org. Page 12 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, October 5, 2017

Bill Orleans ERHS Girls Volleyball Bill Orleans is still a jerk; let incumbent Team Undefeated council be as honest, if not as accurate, in The Eleanor Roosevelt girls assessing themselves; let residents of Green- volleyball team improved to 6-0 belt be as honest, if not as accurate, in as- on Monday evening with a 3-0 sessing themselves. victory over High Point High Insufficiently humiliated from this- exer School. The talented team has cise two years ago, Orleans is again, indeed yet to be challenged this season a candidate for Greenbelt council. He is seri- (they’ve won all six best-of-five ous. He would very much like to be elected matches in straight sets), but they PHOTO BY ERIC ZHANG BY PHOTO will be tested on Thursday, Oc- to council, where he would hope to help Bill Orleans reclaim the practice of democracy in Green- tober 12 when they host Bowie belt and also where he would hope to help at 6:30 p.m. The team has nine to reclaim the practice of democracy on the transportation plan- matches plus a tournament in ning board (TPB). (If elected he would still challenge to a duel, in October, including a number of Roosevelt Center, any other elected member of council interested solid opponents in addition to in being Greenbelt’s designated member of the TPB; method of Bowie. It should be an entertain- JONES LAVERNE BY PHOTO ing month. Junior middle hitter Mya Mitchell (19) soars for a kill at a engagement of their choice.) There is some question as to the September 18 match at DuVal. number of words in his 2011 bio, 1,300 plus or 1,400 plus, but there is no question that number exceeds the News Review’s ap- parently adopted policy that bios this year not exceed 450. Those Greenbelt Park Events were good little stories and that bio was totally revelatory of the Recycling Guidelines Change: Saturday, October 7, Nature development of Orleans’ character which simultaneously is seri- Walk on Blueberry Trail, 10 a.m. ous and playful in pursuing his contribution to the commonweal. Clamshells Now Acceptable Ranger Talk: Camouflage, A He hasn’t the inclination or the time to whack 600 or 700 by Maryam El-Amin Military Adaption from Nature, words from it. Orleans has not been, is not now nor would he 11 a.m. to noon. be a leader in pursuing the commonweal; his role is more that of The city’s recycling guidelines Outdoor Stewardship Volunteer laggard, yet directing our attention to both the nakedness of our have changed. As of August, Event. Join the invasive plant emperors and to our own hypocrisies in our respective contribu- plastic clamshell containers with team as they monitor and repel tions in that pursuit. (Or maybe we just say that we care about resin code numbers 1 to 5 are the growing threat of invasive this or that or maybe we just don’t care at all.) now recyclable. Clamshells are plants in Greenbelt Park. Meet at His 2011 biography, mostly, if metaphorically accurate can be box-shaped containers with a lid the Sweetgum Picnic Area at 11 found in some version or another at BillOrleans.com or new and that such items as strawberries, a.m.; the event lasts until 2 p.m. improved at greenbeltmd.gov. blueberries or takeout food come Sunday, October 8, Campfire (Previously published in the October 31, 2013 and October 29, in. Only those marked on the Program: Mission ‘66 The Birth 2015 issues of the News Review.) bottom with a number 1 to 5 in- of the Greenbelt Campground. Go side the triangular chasing arrows OF PUBLIC WORKS COURTESY PHOTO back in time to 1966 and cele- are acceptable; any clamshell Examples of clamshell contain- brate the 50th birthday of the Na- MARCAVITCH continued from page 1 containers with a 6 (meaning it ers tional Park Service and the first contains polystyrene or PS) can’t year of the campground. Meet governance, moving from Eagle Scout, to scout leader, to leader- be recycled. gether, we can continue to make at the Camp- ship of various organizations in college, to Planning Board appoin- Many residents visited the recycling a success. fire Circle in tee on Nantucket. More recently, he has served four years on the interactive display table at the Maryam El-Amin is a Chesa- Loop B of the Greenbelt Homes Inc. board. He also was chair for the Ad Hoc Public Works booth during the peake Conservation Corps 2017 campground at Historic Preservation Task Force for GHI. He now sits as chair Labor Day Festival. Sustainabil- member working with the Depart- 6 p.m. of the Legislative and Governmental committee for GHI as well ity Coordinator Luisa Robles and ment of Public Works. as serving on the Prince George’s County Common Ownership several volunteers helped educate Communities Commission. He participates in the Ad Hoc Zoning visitors on what can be recycled Task Force and the Bicycle Task Force for GHI. in the city bins (Yes! material), Marcavitch lives in historic Greenbelt where he is a past presi- what must be trash (No! material) dent of the Greenbelt Elementary PTA, Girl Scout Troop 27 leader and other materials that must be and Cub Scout Pack 202 Assistant Cubmaster. When he isn’t go- taken to special locations to be Greenbelt Cooperative Alliance ing to a meeting, he is with his wife Andrea, daughter Beatrice, recycled. and son Graham, as well as their seeing eye dog-in-training, Yes! materials can be put in Celebrate Co-op Month 2017 in Greenbelt Yasha. In his free time, he enjoys travel, family camping, hiking, single-stream recycling bins or movies, reading, researching, and writing. taken to the recycling centers Throughout the month of October there will be a GCA next to Buddy Attick Park or Display in the Greenbelt Library, lower floor; articles and event at the end of Hanover Parkway calendar in this paper and GCA interviews on GATe. JORDAN continued from page 10 by the dog park. Wipe or rinse containers before recycling them. Friday October 6 Prior to 2009, Emmett was a member of the city’s Advisory No! materials include sty- 7pm Wine Tasting, GCS&P Sunday October 8 Planning Board where he spearheaded the effort to create a Pe- rofoam cups, block Styrofoam, 2-4 pm GCA Party at New Deal Cafe destrian and Bicyclist Master Plan for Greenbelt. He co-chaired foam packing peanuts, wide- Monday October 9 and then chaired the Greenbelt Community Foundation board, necked cups, small tubs or clam 8 pm City Proclamation in Municipal Center Council Room completing a 4-year term in 2010. He served on the Greenbriar shell containers with a 6 (PS) Condominiums Association Phase I board for 5 years beginning in Saturday October 14 symbol on the bottom and plastic 1-11:30 pm Greenbelt Jazz Festival, Roosevelt Center 2004. From 2000 to 2005, he co-chaired the Urban Roundtable, an utensils. These materials cannot auxiliary organization for the Greater Washington Urban League and NDC be processed by the county recy- Tuesday October 17 (GWUL). Emmett still finds time to occasionally volunteer with cling facility; they may damage 7- 10 pm Rising Star Karaoke, NDC the Greenbelt Farmers Market. He is a member and former co- the equipment there and ultimate- Thursday October 19 chair of the Greenbelt Tennis Association. ly will have to go into the trash. 8:30 am-2 pm Credit Union Day An energetic and active person, Emmett enjoys attending con- Participation in the recycling GFCU celebrates its 80th Anniversary with cake and certs, art exhibits and cultural programs. His favorite pastimes program helped the city divert refreshments in the lobby (Will continue next day if supplies last) include spending time outdoors around Greenbelt, playing tennis, over half of all waste from the Friday, October 20 bicycling and playing the guitar. landfill to recycling in 2016. To- 4-7 pm Wine Tasting of cooperative wines, GCS&P Saturday October 21 10 am- 4 pm Repair Café and Destruction Day, MakerSpace Governance Meeting Roosevelt Center At Greenbriar Oct. 8 Jim Cassel's Award 1-3 pm Poetry Open Mic, NDC The Center for Dynamic Com- Monday October 23 munity Governance is hosting a If you are a Greenbelt group, nonprofit or cooperative with 6:30 to 9 pm Board Meeting, NDC free, fun and informative neigh- an idea just waiting to be realized: Wednesday, October 25 4-7 pm Patron Day Delectables: Co-op Salad - fruits and borly exchange at the Greenbriar vegetables from co-operative farms, GCS&P Community Center Terrace Room We have money for you! Chris Utquiaga, NDC on Sunday, October 8. The Intro- Thursday October 26 duction to Dynamic Community Greenbelt Consumer Co-operative gives a $1,200.00 award to a 8 pm Co-op Movies at the Old Greenbelt Theatre: “The Best Governance class is from 1 to 2 local group, cooperative or organization to implement a project or Movie We Ever Made” and “Spirit of Cooperation” p.m. Have fun learning about the activity that contributes to the Greenbelt community in 2018. The SAW Open Mic, NDC basics of the approach to commu- Jim Cassels Community Service Award honors Jim Cassel's many Friday, October 27 nity participation for Greenbelt. years of volunteer work in the Greenbelt community. 4-7 pm Beer Tasting of cooperative brewery beer, GCS&P The Community Peer Learn- Saturday October 28 ing Circle will meet from 2 to Applications available at Greenbelt Consumer Co-op Office or 9am- noon (or when truck is full) GFCU Community Shredding, 4 p.m. This is for those who’ve Online at Parking lot in front of Aquatic Center had previous training and want http://www.greenbelt.coop/cms/community/jim-cassels-award/. 8:30- 11 pm Wild Anacostias, NDC to improve their skills. To reg- For more information call Donna Hoffmeister at 301 441 9377 or ister, email Aileen at Aileen@ write [email protected]. Abbreviations: (GCA) Greenbelt Cooperative Alliance;(GNR) Greenbelt dynamic-governance.org. News Review;(GHI) Greenbelt Homes Inc.;(NDC) New Deal Café; (GCS&P) Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket and Pharmacy; (GFCU) Deadline for submissions is October 15, 2017. Greenbelt Federal Credit Union. Thursday, October 5, 2017 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 13 Adapted Velocipedal Lifeforms Greenbelter’s Documentary Airs at Utopia Film Festival Invade Farmers Market Local filmmaker Erica Gins- had heard that there was an old by Cathie Meetre berg will be screening her new single-screen movie theater which documentary at Old Greenbelt the community had fought hard Back in the day, the Big Theatre on Saturday, October to save from the fate of so many Wheel was the riding machine 14 at noon as part of the Utopia similar theaters. I figured that of choice for kids. They zoomed Film Festival. was the kind of town I belonged around the parking lot, drifting The film, Creative Feds, is a in.” She added, “I never imagined their noisemaker-equipped vehi- 15-minute short film Ginsberg co- my own film would be shown on cles into dramatic stops and hav- produced with Leon Gerskovic. that screen.” ing a great time. Many people It tells the story of two fed- Ginsberg worked with the then masquerading as adults won- eral employees who balance their Utopia Film Festival for several dered why there weren’t Even dedication to public service with years as its program director. She Bigger Wheels for them as well. dedication to second careers as has continued to attend the festi- Fast forward some decades professional musicians. One of val and has organized documen- and (if a little late) the wish has the musicians, Jennifer Cutting tary works-in-progress screenings come true but in an even better of the OCEAN Orchestra, will for many years, yet she is proud way. The range of adapted bikes join Ginsberg and Gerskovic and that Creative Feds was selected displayed courtesy of College other filmmakers for a question on its own merits by the festival Park Bicycles’ Larry Black and and answer period following the committee. “I didn’t ask for a Proteus Bicycle’s Jeff and Laurie screening. submission fee waiver or any Lemieux at Sunday’s Greenbelt Creative Feds grew out of special consideration,” she added. Farmers Market was a veritable Ginsberg and Gerskovic’s own “I’ve been on the other side of bestiary of velocipedal specimens experiences balancing documen- working with Utopia and other for everybody – even those for tary filmmaking with federal ca- festivals, and I know how much whom bikes have been but a

PHOTO BY BILL CORNETT BY PHOTO reers. Ginsberg worked for nearly work it is, especially for an all- dream – out of reach because of Mayor Emmett Jordan and Denna Lambert make tracks on a 20 years for the U.S. Department volunteer-run festival and how the physical demands of the tra- tandem. of State before stepping down to important it is to let the festival ditional two-wheeler one-person run Docs In Progress, a nonprofit decide which films it thinks its road bike. The bikes were on cratic, if asymmetric. joy. that helps other documentary audience should see.” display and demonstrated by Unlike a typical tandem, The Farmers Market was de- filmmakers. Gerskovic works at Black, Lemieux and other local where the rear rider gets an un- lighted to have the chance to the National Institute for Stan- riders, including Mayor Emmett interrupted view of the other showcase opportunities for a dards and Technology. At the New Deal Jordan, who piloted a tandem for guy’s shoulder blades, the re- healthy lifestyle for all individu- “We started out the project Sunday, October 8, 10:30 a.m. those game enough to hop on. cumbent rider gets a wrap-round als, including those whose chal- specifically wanting to focus on to noon, Deaf Brunch. 11 a.m. Stealing the show among the view, seated comfortably. This lenges keep them from activi- the experiences of federal em- to 2 p.m., Jazz Brunch with the younger set was a very sophis- combination opens up cycling ties taken for granted by others. ployees because they are rarely Not2Cool Jazz Trio. 2 to 4 p.m. ticated version of the big wheel to individuals with a wide vari- Thanks to Proteus and College portrayed in the media as being celebrate Cooperative Month and – in dashing black and yellow. ety of physical challenges. The Park Bicycles for their generous creative,” says Ginsberg, “Both play a game of Co-opoly. 7 to It would have been a hit with front seat seemed a little exposed participation. For more informa- of us knew of so many federal 9 p.m., Wynne Paris & Groova- the older folks too but the kids and intimidating at first sight tion on adaptive cycling, email employees who had creative pas- nanda. were too fast at getting on board – as though riding in it would [email protected]. sions on the side, but who didn’t Tuesday, October 10, 7:30 to and speeding off. This bike, feel unstable or vulnerable – but think of their federal careers as 9:30 p.m., Two of Us. called Banana Peel and made by Greenbelt Stoker Bill Cornett day jobs. We wanted to explore Wednesday, October 11, 7:30 Trailmate, was sized for a smaller set a steady and stable pace and GES Seeks Presenters that duality and also see how that to 9:30 p.m., Misbehavin’ Maid- adult and was highly maneuver- passengers agreed that the experi- creative spirit comes back to their ens. Parental discretion is ad- able and clearly built for speed. ence was surprisingly serene and For Career Day government work.” vised. As a solo machine, it wasn’t per- magical – much like running ef- Greenbelt Elementary School The film recently won Best Thursday, October 12, noon to fect for all adaptive needs but for fortlessly in a dream. will host Career Day on Friday, Documentary at the Skyline Indie 2 p.m., Mid-Day Melodies with individuals with balance or back Denna Lambert was there to November 17 between 9:30 a.m. Film Fest in Winchester, Va. The Amy C Kraft. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., problems but good strength and talk to riders interested in help- and 3 p.m. Career Day present- Utopia Film Festival screening Wolgemut. sight, it was an excellent choice ing her on her quest of biking ers are needed for children eager will mark the film’s Maryland Friday, October 13, 6:30 to due to its three-wheel stability, across Iowa on a tandem, mak- to learn more about their future premiere. 8 p.m., jazz and blues piano by low center of gravity and the ing her case with an impressive career options. Ginsberg grew up in Silver John Guernsey. 8:30 to 11:30 comfortable recumbent riding po- demonstration of team riding with Ages range from pre-K to Spring, but has made Greenbelt p.m., Karikatura. sition. One imagines its inventor Jordan sharing the honors. 5th grade. Contact Lin Orrin at her home since 2002. Saturday, October 14, 11 a.m. never quite got over those early It was a hot day but the en- [email protected] to volunteer. “One of the things which most to 1 p.m., Drive for FIVE Voter childhood riding experiences. ergy of the cycle group radiated attracted me to Greenbelt was the Rally. 1 to 11:30 p.m., Greenbelt A favorite ride was the Mor- from their booth and visitors to movie theater,” said Ginsberg. “I Jazz Festival in Roosevelt Center. pheus – a blend of recumbent the market were engaged with bike on the front with a conven- them and their machineries of tional rear saddle. Both positions are equipped with pedals – if Greenbelt Community Foundation the front rider pedals (and they Hello Weekend. don’t have to) the rear person Grant Application Deadline must also pedal – but the steer- ing is done from the back seat. 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Visionary Artist’s Work  Home Sales Advantage  Is Featured at New Deal Office: 301-945-9019  The New Deal Café’s Octo- ber art exhibition, The Chroma  Zone, is a vibrant selection of  works from the collection of the Jeannie Smith, Broker Cell: 301-442-9019  transdisciplinary visionary artist  Heather Joi Tennant. She brings Rachel Howard   to town her playful, enchanting Cell: 443-852-4924   and otherworldly creations by Jillian Rose way of optical vibration. Cell: 240-394-0634  Doreen Bolger, former direc- OPE N SUND AY  tor of the Baltimore Museum of Art, says of Tennant’s work, OPEN HOUSE  “Her vibrant paintings, drawings Saturday 2—4 PM     and mixed media pieces reflect  her amazing performances. They NEW LISTING  are often brilliant red in palette,  warm with love. Filled with pow- Single Family/Lakeside  erful, whirling lines and strokes, 1 Pinecrest Court     they capture life and imaginary  PHOTO BY JILL CONNOR BY PHOTO events where motion plays the 4 B/R 2 1/2 Baths, semi  lead role – from a clown and a One of the paintings by Heather Joi Tennant on display at the circle driveway, carport,    News Deal Cafe ballerina in perpetual motion to a hardwood floors, family       baby sitting backward in a rock-  ing chair.” Installed at the New niques. Psychic automatism refers room, fireplace, basement  Deal Café are Tennant’s oil and to creating art without conscious **********************   mixed media paintings spanning thought, accessing material from 16R Ridge Road       her early artistic career to more the unconscious mind as part of     recent works. the creative process. Her mythical 3 Bedrooms, heat pump,  Tennant’s painting process is a and mystical art draws inspiration fenced yard, hardwood      combination of psychic automa- from nature. floors, bookcases         tism and traditional painting tech-  **********************   RICHARD K. 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Now in its 13th year, Utopia will offer more than 40 Þlms from across the nation and around the world! DOCUMENTARIES - COMEDY - DRAMA - SHORTS ANIMATION - ENVIRONMENTAL - KIDS

The End of the Road: About a group of Paint as You Like: A son takes an Vietnam war resistors, free-spirited emotional journey through his father’s life as Canadians and Europeans who escape an artist and explores universal themes: conformity and comfort in the green What is success? What is failure? What is pastures of Lund, Canada… art? A Bridge Between Two Worlds: How Left on Pearl: A gripping doc about the Muslim and Catholic farmers in 1971 feminist takeover of a Harvard Indonesia overcome poverty and University building… enhance their environment with the Forgive - Don’t Forget: During Japan’s help of North American and European WW2 surrender, numerous swords were families. conÞscated by American officers. The Þlmmaker makes a journey to return one of

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Paint as you Like “Reel and Meal” Special Showing Burned are the Trees the New Coal? Monday Oct. 16, 7pm THE NEW DEAL CAFE Program blocks $7; All Access Weekend 113 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD Pass $20,Sunday, good October for any and 15 all Utopia Saturday,Saturday, OctoberOctober 1414 Programs. Saturday, October 14 Venues Old Greenbelt Theatre, 129 Centerway OLDOLDOLDOLD GREENBELTGREENBELT GREENBELTGREENBELT ARTSARTS CENTERCENTER ARTSARTS CENTERCENTER Greenbelt ArtsCenter, 123 Centerway THEATRETHEATRETHEATRETHEATRE Sunday, October 15 Kids Animation 11am11am FreeFree KidsKids ProgramProgram OLD GREENBELT ARTS CENTER 12p12p Mr.Mr. GeoGeo AnimationAnimation (16(16 m)m) OLD GREENBELT ARTS CENTER Program mm 44 FilmsFilms byby YoungYoung PeoplePeople THEATRETHEATRE Films by artist/ 12-212-2 12-2 12-2 animator George 12-212-2 pmpm BucketBucket DrummerDrummer (short)(short) pmpm pm An Undeniable Voice pm Light Thief (short) Kochell’s animation TheThe ServantServant (short)(short) TheThe EndEnd ofof thethe RoadRoad (16m) students. CreativeCreative FedsFeds (15(15 min.)min.) (112(112 Min.)Min.) Angels in the Sky The Writer with No Hands PaintPaint AsAs YouYou LikeLike ( 90 min.) (74 min.) Followed by short (64(64 min.)min.) works created by young Þlmmakers. 2-42-4 SugiharaSugihara Survivors:Survivors: 2-42-4 RememberRemember Everything,Everything, toto 2-4 2-4 pmpm notnot ForgetForget AnyoneAnyone (short)(short) Sat. Oct. 14th, pmpm JewishJewish andand Japanese,Japanese, pm Streams of Plastic (short) pm Bucket Drummer(short) PastPast andand FutureFuture (24(24 min.)min.) ScheherazadeScheherazade (25(25 min.)min.) Une passion d’or et de feu . 11am - 12 pm (short) Union Leader (95 min.) A Bridge BetweenTwo ForgiveForgive -- Don’tDon’t ForgetForget A Bridge BetweenTwo BURNED: Are Trees the Old Greenbelt Theatre Worlds (51 min.) (68(68 min.)min.) Worlds (51 min.) New Coal (77 min.)

4:004:00 AmericanAmerican StorytellersStorytellers 4-64-6 II HaveHave AdoptedAdopted aa FatherFather 4-6 Swimming in the Desert 5:305:30 (short)(short) pmpm (short)(short) 4-6 Animation pm (17 min.) pmpm AboardAboard andand BeyondBeyond LightLight ThiefThief (short)(short) pm Mannequin Midnight(short) ALL- (19(19 min.min..).) 22 xx 22 (short)(short) True Colors (18 min.) Light Sight (short) FillingFilling InIn (22(22 min.)min.) RollRoll Call:Call: AA DanceDance StoryStory The Servant (short.) (45m) Roll Call: A Dance Story ACCESS (45m) Castaway2* (short) 5:305:30 (44 min.) Filling In (22 min.) WEEKEND 7:307:30 SomethingSomething SpecialSpecial (short)(short) pmpm FantasyFantasy (short)(short) 6-86-8 PASS $20 pmpm SwimmingSwimming inin thethe DesertDesert LeftLeft onon PearlPearl (55(55 min.)min.) (17m)(17m) Filmmaker Reception at Greenbelt Arts Center AnAn AmericanAmerican HouseHouse FridayVenues Oct. 13, 7:30 include pm-10:00 pm. (22(22 min.)min.) WeWe areare aa NationNation (52(52 min.)min.) OLD GREENBELT THEATRE “Reel and Meal” Special showing 129 CenterwayAt New Deal Greenbelt, Cafe MD FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT 8-108-10 113 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD pmpm GREENBELT ARTS CENTER UTOPIAFILMFESTIVAL.ORG IM’perfectIM’perfect (77(77 min.)min.) 123 BURNED: Centerway Are Trees Greenbelt,MD the New Coal? a project of Greenbelt Access Television Monday, Oct. 16. The Þlm starts at 7pm. The delicious meal starts at 6:30 pm. 44 5