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Bowie Brief, Our New Weekly Newsletter Bowie Your Weekly Update BRIEF Thursday, July 8, 2021 Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Bowie Brief, our new weekly newsletter. We will be sharing news about what’s going on in city government. We will also include COVID updates in this document, as needed. In This Week’s Update Bowie News Tropical Storm Elsa Public Works Update Yard Waste Rules Relaxed for July 14 10th Street Park Ribbon Cutting City Council Meetings Sunday Sunset Concerts City of Bowie Jobs Summer Basketball Camp at the Bowie Gymnasium Ice Arena Summer Lessons and Camps Webinar: Audubon Wildlife Habitat Program Upcoming Calendar of Events State and County Programs Stand Up & Deliver Meals and Groceries Public Service Commission Utility Grants Prince George’s Strategic Partnerships Nonprofit Relief Fund FCC Emergency Broadband Benefit Program COVID Corner Prince George’s County and Bowie Vaccinations Vaccination Resources State of Maryland Prince George’s County Governor Provides COVID Update and Announces VAXU Scholarships $1 Million VaxU Scholarship Promotion COVID Deaths Mobile Clinics Bowie News Tropical Storm Elsa The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Bowie and Prince George’s County until Friday morning. Tropical Storm Elsa will move across southern MD Thursday night, bringing heavy rainfall east of the I-95 corridor. Elsa is expected to rapidly move off to the northeast on Friday. Public Works Update Please be patient as our crews work to collect yard waste. Due to the high volume of debris from last week’s storm and the extreme heat, they were not able to collect all that was at the curb on Wednesday, even though they worked an extended day. Please leave items at the curb. Crews are actively working to collect all of the debris collected. Also please note, due to the Monday holiday, refuse crews will be picking up a week’s worth of trash today. It may take them longer than usual to complete their Thursday trash routes. Yard Waste Rules Relaxed for July 14 Due to significant tree damage in Bowie, the City will relax yard waste set out rules for Wednesday, July 14. In order for your tree debris to be picked up, please do the following: • Place plants, tree limbs and logs at the curb in a manner that collectors can easily grab and load onto a truck. • Stack branches in piles with butt or large end of limbs facing the curb. (Bundling of branches is not necessary.) • Place larger tree limbs, trunks, and logs at the curb. • If the limbs are too large for yard waste crews to pick up, the debris will be loaded using heavy equipment and dump trucks, but only if the debris is at the curb within reach of a backhoe operating in the street. • Ensure there is no trash, siding, or other building debris mixed in with yard waste. Any larger debris piles that refuse crews are unable to collect will be collected as soon as possible later that week. 10th Street Park Ribbon Cutting Last night, Bowie’s newest park officially opened with a brief ribbon cutting ceremony. The 10th Street Park is located at 13104 10th Street and features traditional playground equipment and replicas of historic buildings in Old Town Bowie. Limited parking is available on 10th Street; you can also park at the Railroad Museum and follow the path under the bridge to the park. Figure 1. Mayor Adams and Councilmember Esteve cut the ribbon at the unveiling of the new 10th Street Park. Figure 2. A picture of the new play buildings at the new 10th Street Park. In the foreground is a replica of the Bowie Savings and Loan building. City Council Meetings • July 12, 8 p.m. Bowie Loan Programs briefing; Bowie Golf Course • August 2, 8 p.m. – City Transportation Priorities City Council meetings are now in-person and open to the public. You may also view them at www.cityofbowie.org/viewmeetings on FIOS Channel 10 or Comcast Channels 71 and 996 or Youtube @CityofBowieMD. Those wishing to submit written testimony electronically may do so by emailing [email protected]. (The testimony will not be read during the meeting, but will be included as part of the record.). Testimony must be received by 7 p.m. on the day of the meeting. For more information, contact City Clerk Awilda Hernandez at 301-809-3029. Sunday Sunset Concerts The City’s Annual Sunday Sunset Concert Series begins Sunday, July 11, with Rise Band & Show (R&B, Motown). Concerts will be held each Sunday, 7 - 8 p.m., through August. Concerts will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Information: 301-809-3078 or [email protected] City of Bowie Jobs The City is recruiting for the following positions: • Public Works Director (closes 7/9/21) • Parks and Grounds Superintendent (closes 7/9/21) • Entry Level Police Officer (open) • Communications Specialist II (open) To learn more or to apply, visit www.cityofbowie.org/jobs. Summer Basketball Camp at the Bowie Gymnasium The Bowie Gym will hold a co-ed summer basketball camp from August 2 – 6 for children ages 8 – 14. This week-long camp will teach children basketball fundamentals and drills. Campers will walk away from camp having had a positive experience with the game of basketball. Slots are limited, so be sure to register now. Questions? Contact Camp Director Michael Lonergan at [email protected] or by calling 301-809- 2383. Ice Arena Summer Lessons and Camps The Ice Arena reopens July 10, celebrating its 50th year! Register now for summer lessons (beginning July 15) and camps (few spots remain). Enjoy free ice skating during Skate in the Shade events and $2 Tuesday sessions. Learn more at www.cityofbowie.org/icearena. Webinar: Audubon Wildlife Habitat Program Bird lovers, join us for a webinar on July 15, from 6:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. to learn more about the Audubon Wildlife Habitat Program. This program offers County residents the opportunity for a no-cost, on-site, in-person visit with trained Habitat Advisors who can help them transform their properties, no matter the size, into bird- friendly habitat. The Advisors offer guidance to homeowners on optimal native plants and design features to provide food, water, and shelter for birds, pollinators and other wildlife. Take advantage of this opportunity to take the first steps in registering your property as a certified Audubon bird-friendly home! Upcoming Calendar of Events July 11 • Bowie Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. • Sunday Sunset Concert, 7 p.m. July 12 • Council Meeting, 8 p.m. July 13 • $2 Tuesday Skates, 3:30 p.m. July 15 • Webinar: Audubon Society Wildlife Habitat Program, 6:30 p.m. July 16 • Kids Kaboose at Bowie Railroad Museum, 10:30 a.m. Ages 5 - 10, with adult. Free. Visit www.cityofbowie.org/calendar for details. State and County Programs Stand Up & Deliver Meals and Groceries Saturday, July 10 at 10 a.m. (Groceries) • Love A.M.E. Church at Capitol Heights Elementary School – 601 Suffolk Ave., Capitol Heights • United Baptist Church – 7701 Riverdale Rd., New Carrolton Public Service Commission Utility Grants The Maryland Public Service Commission has announced $83 million in funding to help residents across the State cover past-due utility bills. Those who qualify for funding will not need to take any action. Learn more here: bit.ly/3cJEvzw Prince George’s Strategic Partnerships Nonprofit Relief Fund The Strategic Partnerships Nonprofit Relief Fund will provide up to $100,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations located in Prince George’s County who have been impacted by COVID-19. Eligible nonprofit organizations can apply for funds from July 7 through July 30, 2021. To learn more, visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/4013/COVID-Relief-Fund-Information FCC Emergency Broadband Benefit Program Did you know the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program can provide qualifying households up to a $50/month discount on broadband service? For more information and to see if you qualify, visit: https://getemergencybroadband.org/ COVID Corner Prince George’s County and Bowie Vaccinations The CDC vaccination data by county is based on the percentage of the eligible population. The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Bowie and Prince George’s County until Friday morning. Tropical Storm Elsa will move across southern MD Thursday night, bringing heavy rainfall east of the I-95 corridor. Elsa is expected to rapidly move off to the northeast on Friday. Vaccination Resources State of Maryland Visit covidvax.maryland.gov, or call 1-855-MD-GOVAX (1-855-634-6829) to get vaccinated an The call center is available seven days a week, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. for assistance. The Six Flags mass-vaccination site will close operations on July 17. Prince George’s County Appointments are not necessary at the two COVID-19 vaccine clinics operated by the County Health Department. Individuals who live or work in the County can walk into the sites or if they prefer, appointments can be booked in advance at mypgc.us/COVIDVaccine. You can also use the County’s County Vaccine Locator to find additional vaccination sites operated by pharmacies, hospitals and other healthcare partners. Governor Provides COVID Update and Announces VAXU Scholarships Governor Hogan held a press conference on Wednesday, July 7 about COVID-19. His key points are summarized below. • 92.1% of Marylanders over 65 have been vaccinated and 75.2% of Maryland adults have been vaccinated. • Maryland’s positivity rate is currently one of the lowest in the US, at 0.735. • 95% of all new Covid cases reported in Maryland last month were people who have not been vaccinated.
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