Chevy Chase public meetings in 2021

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss proposed improvements to Zimmerman Park. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Work session on Zimmerman Park redevelopment

The Town Council met with a consultant to review and discuss a concept plan for the redevelopment of Zimmerman Park. They discussed possible amenities such as walkways, fencing, seating, and play equipment. No formal decisions were made; the consultant was asked to develop a revised concept plan based on the discussion.

• Directed consultant to develop revised concept plan for Zimmerman Park

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting with residents in Zimmerman Park to review and discuss a concept plan for the park's redevelopment. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Review and discussion of Zimmerman Park redevelopment concept plan

The Town Council met with residents in Zimmerman Park to review and discuss a concept plan for redevelopment of the park. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and adjourned at 10:30 a.m.

• Reviewed Zimmerman Park redevelopment concept plan with residents

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public forum and vote on a resolution to amend the Town Charter, lowering the voting age for local elections from 18 to 16. The meeting includes a public hearing on a proposed speed hump on Maple Avenue between Aspen Street and Blackthorn Street, which met traffic thresholds for installation. Additionally, the Council will review two variance requests for properties on Tarrytown Road and discuss traffic management strategies for Maple Avenue.

• Resolution to amend Charter Section 401 to lower the voting age to 16 for Town elections
• Public hearing on a speed hump on Maple Avenue between Aspen Street and Blackthorn Street
• Variance request for 7505 Tarrytown Road for front, rear, and side yard setbacks for a second-floor addition
• Variance request for 7507 Tarrytown Road for non-vegetative front yard coverage for new walkways
• Discussion of traffic calming measures on Maple Avenue, including removing an entry restriction at Aspen Street

The Town Council introduced a resolution to lower the voting age to 16 for town elections, scheduling a public hearing for January. The motion passed 4-1, with Mayor Rush opposed. The Council also approved a $79,000 supplemental appropriation for staff salaries and benefits, and approved variances and a speed hump installation.

• Introduced resolution to lower voting age to 16, public hearing set for January (4-1)
• Approved $79,000 supplemental appropriation for staff salaries and benefits (unanimous)
• Approved variances for Bellande at 7505 Tarrytown Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for Hackett at 7507 Tarrytown Road (unanimous)
• Approved speed hump on Maple Avenue between Aspen and Blackthorn Streets (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing on removing entry restriction on Maple Avenue at Aspen Street (unanimous)
• Agreed to allocate ARPA funds: one-third to social programs, two-thirds to infrastructure
• Approved meeting minutes and accepted November 2021 financial report (unanimous)

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Land Use and Long-Range Planning Committees are meeting virtually to discuss updates on Thrive Montgomery and the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative, including a review of the Town's letter and potential 'asks'. They will also approve November minutes and address new business.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery and review of Town letter
• Update on Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative and discussion about 'asks'
• Approval of November minutes
• Public comment

The Long-Range Planning/Land Use Committee reviewed and revised a draft letter to the County Council about the Thrive 2050 plan, agreeing on several changes including restoring the economics chapter, strengthening density arguments, and adding a point about environmental effects. The letter will be sent to the Town Council mid-week and submitted to the county by December 15. No formal votes were taken; the committee also discussed the Affordable Housing Initiative and the 4-H sale, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Agreed to revise draft Thrive 2050 letter, incorporating committee comments on economics, density, housing, master plans, infrastructure, environment, transportation, and periodic review
• Decided to recommend restoring the economics chapter to Thrive 2050
• Decided to recommend restoring the environmental effects/resilience chapter to Thrive 2050
• Agreed to strengthen the letter's point on density and affordable housing
• Agreed to add a point that Thrive should not denigrate single-family housing
• Agreed to add a point that Thrive should acknowledge the role of Master Plans
• Agreed to add a point that Thrive should address infrastructure improvements
• Agreed to add a point that Thrive should support all existing land uses, not just transit-oriented ones

Land Use Committee

The Land Use and Long Range Planning Committees will meet virtually to review updates on Thrive Montgomery and the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative, including discussion of potential 'asks'. They will also approve November minutes and address new business.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery and review of Town letter
• Update on Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative and discussion about 'asks'

The committee reviewed and suggested edits to a draft Town letter on the Thrive 2050 plan, covering economics, density, housing, and infrastructure. Irene will incorporate the comments and send the letter to the Town Council mid-week for submission by 12/15. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily discussion and planning.

• Reviewed draft Thrive 2050 letter point by point
• Agreed to recommend restoring economics chapter to Thrive
• Agreed to recommend restoring environmental effects/resilience chapter
• Agreed to add point on infrastructure improvements
• Agreed to strengthen point on density and affordable housing
• Agreed to recommend Thrive acknowledge Master Plans
• Agreed to recommend periodic review with clear goals and metrics
• Irene to incorporate comments and send letter to Town Council mid-week

Climate & Environment Committee

This is a routine meeting of the Climate and Environment Committee. The agenda includes approving minutes, receiving updates on the Greener Gardens program, and discussing various initiative updates and related topics. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Greener Gardens program updates
• Initiative updates and related topics

The Climate & Environment Committee approved last month's meeting minutes and discussed updates, including two ordinance changes that took effect November 12, 2021. The Fall Tree Program resulted in 84 new trees planted, with a large increase in private plantings due to program changes. The committee also discussed plans for a January tour of a recycling facility, participation in a March GoElectric Fair, and upcoming communications and landscaping projects. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved last month's meeting minutes
• Noted that two ordinance changes passed in October took effect November 12, 2021
• Reported 84 new trees planted under the Fall Tree Program
• Discussed participation in a County-sponsored GoElectric Fair on March 19
• Discussed a potential January tour of a recycling facility in Capitol Heights, MD
• Discussed plans for Greener Gardens and Greener Homes projects
• Discussed Town staff proposal submitted to Joy for Council consideration
• Discussed scheduling a County presentation and a meeting about tree die-off

Community Relations Committee

The committee is discussing the outcomes of November community activities and planning events for December and early 2022. Members are reviewing feedback on activity planning and brainstorming future programs.

• December events including Book Club, Discussion & Desserts, Holiday Singalong, and coat and gift drives
• Proposed January activities including arts and poetry, MLK Day children's art, and cyber safety classes
• Proposed program on Sponsorship Circles for Afghan Allies
• Brainstorming for a Spring Fest, MC County Council Candidates Forum, and a 5K run

The Community Relations Committee approved the minutes from the November 3 meeting and discussed several past and upcoming events. They decided to repeat the Coffee Meet-Up in January or February, with changes like less food and better publicity. They also discussed the teen list update, with the committee taking charge for now, and noted the Holiday Gift Drive has raised $3,000 to $3,500 so far. No formal votes were taken on new business items; most were discussed for future planning.

• Approved the November 3, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Decided to repeat the Coffee Meet-Up event in January or February, with adjustments such as less food and better publicity.
• Decided the Community Relations Committee will be in charge of updating the teen list for now.
• Discussed extending the arts and poetry compilation submission deadline again, but no final decision was made.
• Discussed potential January events, including MLK Day children's art activity, cyber safety classes, and a sponsorship circles program for Afghan allies, but no formal decisions were made.
• Discussed a Cherry Blossom themed Spring Fest for April 3, 2022, pending date confirmation, but no formal decision was made.
• Held off on discussing the Candidates Forum and 5K run until the January meeting when Julia and Peter can join.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:34 p.m.

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to discuss the potential sale or development of the 4-H property. The agenda includes updates from Savills (likely a real estate advisor) and legal counsel, which may be discussed in closed session. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from November 10, 2021 meeting
• 4H Community Update
• Public Comments
• Closed session for Savills update and legal counsel update
• Next meeting scheduled for December 15, 2021

The committee was told the property closing is still expected on or before December 10. No formal decisions were made; the meeting included a resident question and a closed session for legal matters. The next meeting is scheduled for December 15 at 4:00 pm.

• Scheduled next meeting for Dec. 15 at 4:00 pm

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will discuss recommendations from a traffic consultant regarding Maple Avenue near East West Highway. The meeting includes updates on street lighting and specific safety measures for Bradley Lane and lower Maple Avenue.

• Discussion of traffic consultant’s recommendations for Maple Ave near East West Highway
• Proposed removal of “Do Not Enter” signs on lower Maple Ave
• Review of enhanced stop signs and pedestrian safety on Bradley Lane
• Update on street lighting

The Committee reviewed traffic engineer recommendations for Leland/Maple Ave. A public hearing on a Maple Ave speed hump (between Blackthorn and East/West Highway) is set for the December 12 Council meeting. The Committee recommended installing flex posts to prevent illegal turns from East/West Highway. A speed hump on Blackthorn was not approved because requirements were not met.

• Reviewed traffic calming options (raised crosswalk, choke point) for Leland/Maple Ave.
• Confirmed speed/volume requirements met for Maple Ave speed hump; public hearing scheduled for Dec 12, 2021.
• Recommended installing flex posts on Maple Ave to prevent illegal turns from East/West Highway.
• Noted Blackthorn speed hump requirements not met; no action taken.
• Acknowledged purchase of three enhanced stop signs; placement under staff consideration.
• Noted 24 inoperative and 58 foliage-obstructed streetlights; Pepco responding.
• Noted Pepco will replace streetlights with LEDs over next few years.
• Suggested requesting a red-light camera from State Highway Administration for Connecticut Ave crosswalk.

Town Council

The Town Council will meet in open session to vote on entering a closed session. The purpose of the closed session is to consult with counsel regarding legal advice related to a Maryland Public Information Act request.

• Vote to enter closed session pursuant to Maryland Code, General Provisions Article, Section 3-305(b)(7)

The Council met in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session, which passed unanimously. The closed session was held to consult with counsel on a matter related to a request under the Maryland Public Information Act. No other business was conducted, and the session adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session to consult with counsel on a Maryland Public Information Act request.

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to discuss retaining legal counsel for a Maryland Public Information Act request. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a supplemental appropriation for these legal services.

• Discussion of legal counsel retention for an MPIA request
• Discussion of a supplemental appropriation for legal counsel
• Vote to enter closed session regarding personnel matters and legal advice

The Town Council voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss legal counsel and personnel matters, then reconvened in open session. It approved a motion to direct the Town Attorney and Town Manager to execute a contract with the law firm Williams & Connolly to represent the Town in responding to a Maryland Public Information Act (MPIA) request. It also approved a supplemental appropriation of $15,000 for that legal representation. Both votes were unanimous.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session under Open Meetings Act sections 3-305(b)(1) and (b)(7) to discuss legal counsel and personnel matters.
• Approved motion to direct Town Attorney and Town Manager to execute a contract with Williams & Connolly for MPIA response representation.
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $15,000 for legal representation in responding to the MPIA request.

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council is meeting to vote on entering a closed session to consult with counsel for legal advice regarding a Maryland Public Information Act request. The open session is solely for this vote; no other business is listed.

• Vote to enter closed session under Maryland Open Meetings Act Section 3-305(b)(7)
• Closed session to obtain legal advice on a Public Information Act request

The Council held a brief open session solely to vote on entering a closed session to consult with the Town Attorney about a Maryland Public Information Act request. The motion passed unanimously, and the closed session lasted from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session for legal advice on an MPIA request

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on two funding requests: $125,000 in ARPA funds for Wonders Early Learning and Extended Day, and a proposed up to $4 million contribution to the Farm Women's Market parks creation project. The council will also discuss Zimmerman Park redevelopment, voting eligibility, Maple Avenue traffic calming, and Thrive Montgomery 2050. The meeting is largely procedural with public hearings and discussions, and no final decisions are scheduled except possibly the park contribution resolution.

• Public hearing on $125,000 ARPA request from Wonders Early Learning and Extended Day
• Public hearing on proposed $4 million contribution to Farm Women's Market parks creation project
• Discussion of Zimmerman Park redevelopment
• Discussion of town voting eligibility and election regulations
• Discussion of Maple Avenue traffic management/calming

The Chevy Chase Town Council unanimously approved a $125,000 ARPA grant to Wonders Early Learning and Extended Day and a resolution authorizing up to $4 million for two parks at the Farm Women's Market site. They also approved a hybrid election model and scheduled public hearings on Zimmerman Park, Maple Avenue traffic calming, and a voting age forum. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $125,000 ARPA grant to Wonders Early Learning and Extended Day (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing up to $4 million for Farm Women's Market parks creation (unanimous)
• Approved resolution establishing hybrid in-person and by-mail election model (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing on Zimmerman Park redevelopment for December 8
• Scheduled public forum on lowering voting age to 16 for December 8 at 5:30 p.m.
• Scheduled public hearing on Maple Avenue speed hump for December 8
• Scheduled discussion on Maple Avenue entry restriction removal for December 8

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The committee will receive updates regarding the 4-H Community and Savills. The agenda also includes updates from legal counsel and a period for public comments.

• 4H Community Update
• Savills Update
• Legal Counsel Update

The committee heard that the developer expects to close on the 4-H property in the first week of December. No resident comments were offered, and the committee then entered closed session to discuss legal matters. The next meeting was scheduled for December 1st. No substantive decisions were made.

• Scheduled next meeting for December 1st
• Entered closed session for legal discussion

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee is meeting to approve minutes, conduct an organizational review, prioritize projects, and receive updates on initiatives. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-focused, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Minutes approval
• Organizational review and project prioritization
• Initiative updates and related topics

The Climate & Environment Committee approved October minutes and agreed to create a Sustainable Landscaping team to manage all related work, with Sally Kelly as lead. The committee also discussed a draft recommendation for Town staff time, with Dan to share it for feedback before the next Town Council work session. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved October meeting minutes
• Created Sustainable Landscaping team, Sally Kelly as lead
• Agreed to post earth911 as a resource on Greener Homes section
• Dan to share draft staff time recommendation with CEC for feedback

Community Relations Committee

The committee is reviewing feedback on activity planning and scheduling community events for November and December. Members are brainstorming future programs for January and beyond, including a candidates forum and a 5K run.

• Review of October 25 Discussion & Desserts with Jeffrey Selingo
• Planning for November 7 Coffee Meet-Up and November 12 Movie Night
• Scheduling of Winter Coat Drive and Holiday Gift Drive
• Discussion of potential Cyber Safety Classes for Seniors and Parents
• Planning for a Montgomery County Council Candidates Forum

The Community Relations Committee approved the October 2021 meeting minutes. The meeting focused on planning upcoming events, including a holiday sing-a-long, a spring festival, and a coat drive, with no formal votes on substantive matters.

• Approved October 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:45 p.m. (motion and second)

Long-Range Planning Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding Thrive Montgomery, the Chevy Chase Library renovation, and Corridor Forward. Members will also discuss potential town contributions to the Farm Women’s Market project and the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery
• Chevy Chase Library renovation update
• Corridor Forward update
• Potential Town contribution to the Farm Women’s Market project
• Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative discussion

The Long-Range Planning Committee discussed several ongoing projects but made no formal decisions beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes. They reviewed the Chevy Chase Library renovation proposal, the Corridor Forward transit plan, and the County's Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative, agreeing to monitor these issues and provide input to the Town Council.

• Approved minutes of October 4, 2021 meeting (passed)
• Discussed library renovation, no formal action
• Discussed Corridor Forward transit plan, no formal action
• Discussed Farm Women's Market contribution, no formal action
• Discussed 4-H Property Redevelopment, no formal action
• Discussed Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative, no formal action

Land Use Committee

The Land Use and Long Range Planning Committees are meeting virtually to discuss several planning initiatives, including an update on Thrive Montgomery, the Chevy Chase Library renovation, and the Corridor Forward plan. They will also consider a potential town contribution to the Farm Women's Market project and discuss the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery
• Chevy Chase Library renovation
• Corridor Forward plan
• Potential Town contribution to Farm Women's Market project
• Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative discussion

The Land Use/Long Range Planning Committee discussed several ongoing projects but made no formal decisions beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes. They discussed the Chevy Chase Library renovation, the Corridor Forward transit plan, the Farm Women's Market project, and the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative, agreeing to send comments and monitor developments.

• Approved minutes of October 4, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to send list of desired library amenities to chair
• Agreed to express support for Corridor Forward plan if desired
• Agreed to advocate for upzoning only through Master Plan process
• Agreed to object to 1-mile transit distance for priority housing districts

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee is meeting to discuss traffic and pedestrian safety measures, including speed humps on lower Maple near Zimmerman Park, enhanced stop signs, and resident messaging. They will also receive an update on 5G activities, including working group membership and compilation of issues. The meeting includes resident comments and new business.

• Speed humps on lower Maple near Zimmerman Park toward East West Highway
• Enhanced stop signs
• Messaging to Town residents
• 5G working group membership and assistance
• Compilation of 5G issues

The Committee discussed traffic and pedestrian safety measures. The Town Council approved a speed bump on lower Maple near Leland St. and the purchase of 3 blinking stop signs, with the Town Manager to explore placements. The Committee also asked the traffic consultant to explore ways to prevent illegal turns onto Maple from E/W Hwy.

• Approved speed bump on lower Maple near Leland St.
• Approved purchase of 3 blinking stop signs
• Town Manager to explore placements for blinking stop signs
• Traffic consultant to explore ways to stop illegal turns onto Maple from E/W Hwy

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to review community updates, hear resident comments, and consider moving into a closed session for old business, a Savills update, and new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 12, 2021
• 4-H community update by Joel/Art
• Comments from residents
• Possible closed session for old business, Savills update, and new business
• Next meeting scheduled for November 10, 2021 at 5:00 PM

The committee approved the October 12 meeting minutes. The Savills update indicated the buyer is focused on closing, with no new developments expected for 6-8 weeks. No public comments were made, and the next meeting was scheduled for November 10 at 5:00 pm.

• Approved October 12 meeting minutes
• Scheduled next meeting for November 10 at 5:00 pm

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a public forum to discuss lowering the voting age to 16 for Town elections. Mayors and chairs from neighboring municipalities that have already lowered the voting age will share their experiences, and residents can ask questions.

• Public forum on lowering voting age to 16
• Discussion of neighboring municipalities' experiences with 16-year-old voting

The Town Council held a public forum on lowering the voting age to 16 for Town elections, hearing from neighboring municipalities that have adopted the change. No decision was made; the Council agreed to continue the discussion at its November 10 meeting. The meeting was otherwise procedural and adjourned at 7:00 p.m.

• Continued discussion of voting eligibility to November 10 meeting

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session with a consultant to review and discuss a concept plan for the redevelopment of Zimmerman Park. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Work session with consultant on Zimmerman Park redevelopment concept plan

The Town Council met with a consultant to review a concept plan for redeveloping Zimmerman Park. The Council voiced support for the plan and directed the consultant to develop a rough order of magnitude budget and timeline. Public outreach meetings are planned for November and December, with a public hearing set for the December 8 Council meeting. No formal votes or final approvals were taken during this work session.

• Voiced support for Zimmerman Park redevelopment concept plan
• Directed consultant to develop rough order of magnitude budget and timeline
• Agreed to hold public meetings in November and December
• Scheduled public hearing on plan for December 8 Council meeting

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to update the urban forest tree list and adopt the county's pesticides law, plus a speed hump request for the 7500 block of Maple Avenue. The council will also discuss ARPA funding for Wonders Early Learning, support for the Farm Women's Market redevelopment, and other items.

• Public hearing on ordinance to add/remove tree species from urban forest canopy list
• Public hearing on ordinance adopting Montgomery County pesticides law (Chapter 33B)
• Public hearing on speed hump request for 7500 block of Maple Avenue (qualifies: 165 vehicles/day >25 mph)
• Discussion of $125,000 ARPA fund request from Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day
• Discussion of financial support for Farm Women's Market redevelopment

The Chevy Chase Town Council held public hearings and unanimously approved ordinances to add 11 trees to the protected tree list and adopt the County's Pesticides Law, which bans synthetic pesticides for cosmetic lawn use. They also approved a speed hump request for the 7500 block of Maple Avenue and a $15,000 supplemental appropriation for an LED stop sign pilot project. The Council agreed to provide preliminary support for contributing up to $4 million (25% of public funds) to the Farm Women's Market parks project, with a public hearing scheduled for November 10. A request for ARPA funds from Wonders Early Learning was discussed, with a public hearing also set for November 10.

• Approved ordinance adding 11 trees to protected tree list (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance adopting County's Pesticides Law (unanimous)
• Approved speed hump request for 7500 block of Maple Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 supplemental appropriation for LED stop sign pilot (unanimous)
• Agreed to preliminary support for up to $4M contribution to Farm Women's Market parks project
• Scheduled public hearing on Wonders ARPA request for November 10
• Scheduled public hearing on Farm Women's Market contribution for November 10

Climate & Environment Committee

The agenda for the Chevy Chase, MD Climate & Environment Committee meeting on October 7, 2021, could not be retrieved. The website attempted to load a PDF file (CEC Meeting 10-7-21.pdf) but reported that the file was not found in the site's file system. As a result, no agenda items, decisions, or discussions are available for this meeting.

The Chevy Chase Climate & Environment Committee approved September minutes and discussed its FY22 operating model, agreeing to organize work into three areas: Greener Gardens, Greener Homes, and Greener Transportation. The committee will vote in November on new work efforts, including a proposed Public Gardens team, and on a recommendation to Town Council to hire a new staff member for technical projects. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved September meeting minutes
• Agreed to organize work into Greener Gardens, Greener Homes, and Greener Transportation areas
• Will vote in November on new work efforts and Public Gardens team
• Will draft recommendation to Town Council to hire new staff member

Community Relations Committee

The committee is reviewing the status of current community events and planning activities for November and December. Members are discussing risk mitigation regarding COVID and coordinating roles for event promotion and minute-taking.

• Octoberfest Beer Tasting
• Discussion & Desserts with Jeffrey Selingo on October 25
• Book Club on November 1
• Movie Night featuring Minari on November 11
• Thanksgiving Dinner Baskets organized by Bridget Hartman

The Community Relations Committee approved the minutes from the October 2021 meeting. They reviewed the outcomes of the Oktoberfest Beer Tasting and Music in the Park events, and discussed upcoming activities including a book club, movie night, and holiday drives.

• Approved the minutes of the October 2021 meeting.
• Discussed the Oktoberfest Beer Tasting event, noting attendance and logistical challenges.
• Discussed the Music in the Park event, noting attendance and promotion challenges.
• Discussed the Welcome Bags delivery, noting 34 of 35 bags were delivered.
• Scheduled a Discussion & Desserts event with Jeffrey Selingo for October 25.
• Scheduled a Book Club for November 1.
• Scheduled a Movie Night (Minari) for November 11.
• Planned a Thanksgiving Dinner Baskets event, with Anne coordinating an art activity.

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Chevy Chase Land Use and Long-Range Planning Committees are meeting virtually to discuss several items, including updates on Thrive Montgomery and the Attainable Housing Initiative, the Chevy Chase Library renovation, a potential town contribution to the Farm Women's Market project, and initial consideration of modifying the town's stormwater regulations. They will also approve minutes from September and take public comment.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery and Attainable Housing Initiative
• Chevy Chase Library renovation discussion
• Potential Town contribution to Farm Women's Market project
• Initial consideration of stormwater regulation modifications

The Long-Range Planning Committee discussed the Farm Women's Market redevelopment, agreeing that parks on Lots 10 and 24 would be highly beneficial and that a Town financial contribution is warranted, though the amount and conditions remain undecided. The committee also reviewed updates on Thrive Montgomery 2050 and Attainable Housing, noting the County's cost estimate was rejected, and discussed potential changes to stormwater management regulations. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the September 14 meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of September 14 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed parks on Lots 10 and 24 are highly beneficial to Town
• Agreed some level of Town financial contribution to parks project is warranted
• Discussed conditions for any Town contribution, including a say in park development
• Discussed potential use of ARPA funds for stormwater measures in parks
• Discussed possible changes to stormwater management reset rule and rear-yard impervious limits

Land Use Committee

The Land Use and Long Range Planning Committees are meeting to discuss several land-use and community projects. They will receive updates on the Thrive Montgomery and Attainable Housing Initiative, consider a potential Town contribution to the Farm Women's Market project, and begin initial consideration of modifying the Town's stormwater regulations. The agenda also includes discussion of the Chevy Chase Library renovation and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery and Attainable Housing Initiative
• Chevy Chase Library renovation discussion
• Potential Town contribution to Farm Women's Market project
• Initial consideration of stormwater regulation modifications

The Land Use/Long Range Planning Committee discussed a potential Town financial contribution to the Chevy Chase library redevelopment and Farm Women's Market area parks project, agreeing that parks on Lots 10 and 24 would be highly beneficial and that some level of contribution seems warranted. No formal decision was made on the contribution amount. The committee also discussed stormwater management regulations and heard updates on Thrive Montgomery 2050 and Attainable Housing.

• Approved minutes of September 14 meeting as circulated
• Agreed parks on Lots 10 and 24 would be highly beneficial for the Town
• Agreed some level of Town contribution to parks project seems warranted
• Discussed but did not decide on Town contribution amount
• Discussed stormwater management reset rule and rear-yard impervious surface limits
• Preferred to continue meeting remotely

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss a proposed policy for allocating American Relief Plan Act (ARPA) funds, a proposed policy related to County Council redistricting, and proposed comments to the Planning Board about the Capital Crescent surface trail and tunnel projects. The public may observe but not participate in the discussion.

• Proposed policy for allocating ARPA funds
• Proposed policy related to County Council redistricting
• Proposed comments to Planning Board on Capital Crescent surface trail and tunnel projects
• Public observation only; no participation

The Town Council approved a policy for allocating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, with a request to attach eligibility guidance. It also approved a letter to the County's Commission on Redistricting urging that Chevy Chase municipalities remain in a district with Bethesda and Friendship Heights, and submitted comments to the Planning Board on the Capital Crescent Trail and Tunnel projects. A request for ARPA funds from Wonders Early Learning at Leland was scheduled for the October 13 meeting.

• Approved ARPA fund allocation policy as drafted (unanimous)
• Approved redistricting letter to County Commission (5-0-1, Rubin abstaining)
• Approved comments to Planning Board on Capital Crescent Trail and Tunnel projects (unanimous)
• Scheduled ARPA funding request from Wonders Early Learning at Leland for October 13 meeting

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property will meet to approve minutes from September 22, discuss a community update including meeting frequency and a council letter to Gallerie, and may move into closed session for old business, a Savills update, and new business. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from 9/22/21
• Discussion of 4-H community update: meeting frequency and council letter to Gallerie
• Possible closed session for old business, Savills update, and new business

The 4-H Property Committee voted to keep its weekly meeting schedule and will add a resident comment period to future agendas. The committee also discussed a draft letter to Galerie Living/Community Three regarding the TOCC, but no decision was made on that item. The next meeting was scheduled for October 6 at 5:00pm.

• Kept weekly meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Added resident comment period to agenda (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for October 6 at 5:00pm

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Town of Chevy Chase Special Committee on the 4-H Property met on September 22, 2021, to review the 4-H Community Update and a Savills Update. The agenda included standard procedural items such as approving minutes and moving to closed session if necessary. No specific decisions, dollar amounts, or new ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• Approval of minutes from 9/15/21
• 4-H Community Update
• Savills Update
• Old Business (Action Tracker)

The committee approved the September 15 minutes and discussed the status of the 4H property, including a requested meeting with 4H to organize town interaction. They agreed to review a TOCC letter to the developers before sending it, and took resident questions. No formal decisions were made beyond scheduling the next meeting.

• Approved September 15 meeting minutes
• Scheduled next meeting for September 29, 2021

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will discuss traffic and pedestrian safety measures, including speed humps on lower Maple near Zimmerman Park, enhanced stop signs, parking enforcement, and resident messaging. They will also review town crime statistics and a council request for 'lock your car' signage, and receive an update on 5G activities, including working group membership and issue compilation.

• Speed humps on lower Maple near Zimmerman Park toward East West Highway
• Enhanced stop signs
• Parking enforcement
• Town crime statistics and 'lock your car' signage request
• Update on 5G activities and working group

The Public Services Committee agreed to implement a resident-requested speed hump on lower Maple near Zimmerman Park, pending a public hearing. It also recommended a 90-day trial of LED Enhanced Stop Signs at locations chosen by the Town Manager. Parking enforcement and 5G rollout were discussed but no decisions were made.

• Agreed to implement speed hump on lower Maple near Zimmerman Park, subject to public hearing
• Recommended 90-day trial of LED Enhanced Stop Signs at Town Manager-determined locations

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Land Use and Long-Range Planning Committees are meeting virtually to set their projects for the year. They will discuss Thrive Montgomery, attainable housing, and several redevelopment projects, including the Farm Women's Market and Folger-Pratt. The meeting also covers committee rules, structure, and regular meeting time.

• Farm Women's Market, Parking lots 10 & 24 redevelopment – September 20 Town forum
• Folger-Pratt redevelopment of 7126 & 7140 Wisconsin and Miller Ave. properties
• Possible addition of lot coverage regulations to Town code and modification of stormwater 2-year reset
• 4H redevelopment if it involves changes to Town building regulations
• Zimmerman Park

The Joint Land Use/Long Range Planning Committee held its first combined meeting, merging two former committees. No formal votes were taken; the committee reviewed its rules, discussed expected projects for the year (including Thrive Montgomery, attainable housing, and the Farm Women's Market redevelopment), and set a monthly meeting schedule. The committee will advise the Town Council on these issues.

• Combined two committees into one joint committee (no vote recorded)
• Set meeting schedule: first Monday of each month (no vote recorded)
• Reviewed committee rules of conduct (no vote recorded)
• Identified priority projects for the year (no vote recorded)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use and Long Range Planning Committees are meeting virtually to set their projects for the year. They will discuss several development and planning topics, including Thrive Montgomery, attainable housing, and redevelopment projects. The meeting also covers committee rules, structure, and regular meeting time.

• Thrive Montgomery planning initiative
• Attainable housing discussions
• Farm Women's Market, Parking lots 10 & 24 redevelopment – Town forum on September 20
• Folger-Pratt redevelopment of 7126 & 7140 Wisconsin and Miller Ave. properties
• Possible addition of lot coverage regulations to Town code and stormwater 2-year reset modification

The meeting combined two committees into one and reviewed the year's projects, including attainable housing, Farm Women's Market redevelopment, and Folger-Pratt development. No formal votes were taken; the committee discussed priorities and next steps, including a September 20 forum on the Farm Women's Market project.

• Combined two committees into one joint committee for the year
• Set meeting schedule for first Monday of each month
• Identified attainable housing and Farm Women's Market as priority projects
• Noted September 20 forum on Farm Women's Market redevelopment
• Discussed potential Town contribution to park creation using $5 million from state accounting error

Town Council

The Town Council will hear a presentation from the buyers of the 4-H property on their general concept for the land, then discuss and possibly introduce ordinances to amend the Urban Forest Ordinance and adopt the County's Healthy Lawns Act (pesticide restrictions). Other discussions include Farm Women's Market redevelopment, ARPA relief funds, public safety/crime statistics, and organizational assessment/executive recruitment.

• 4-H property redevelopment presentation by buyers
• Ordinance to add/remove tree species from Urban Forest Ordinance canopy tree list
• Ordinance to adopt Montgomery County Chapter 33B (Pesticides/Healthy Lawns Act)
• Farm Women's Market redevelopment discussion
• ARPA relief funds discussion

The Town Council unanimously voted to introduce two ordinances—one amending the Urban Forest Ordinance and one adopting the County's Healthy Lawns Act—and scheduled public hearings for the October meeting. The Council also authorized the Town Manager to hire an Assistant Town Manager and agreed to retain ARPA funds while drafting an allocation policy. No final decisions were made on the 4-H redevelopment or Farm Women's Market projects, which remain under discussion.

• Introduced Urban Forest Ordinance amendment, public hearing set for October (unanimous)
• Introduced Healthy Lawns Act adoption ordinance, public hearing set for October (unanimous)
• Authorized Town Manager to hire an Assistant Town Manager
• Agreed to retain ARPA funds and draft allocation policy
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted August 2021 financial report

Community Relations Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the impact of Montgomery County restrictions on local activities. Members will brainstorm future events and determine roles for minutes and promotion.

• Brainstorming for potential events including a Tree event, Fall Fest, and Town teens event
• Discussion of Welcome Bags
• Review of Fourth of July report
• Review of June 11 and June 12 community events

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The 4H Committee met via Zoom and approved the minutes from its August 11 meeting. Members gave a brief update on the 4H property and noted a developer presentation scheduled for September 9, then took resident questions. The committee scheduled its next meeting for September 15, 2021, and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the August 11 meeting minutes
• Scheduled next meeting for September 15, 2021
• Adjourned the meeting

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee is holding a routine meeting to approve minutes, organize for the 2021-22 term, and receive updates on initiatives. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Call to order and minutes approval
• 2021-22 members and organization
• Initiatives updates and announcements

The Chevy Chase Climate & Environment Committee discussed and generally agreed to reorganize its FY22 work into three categories—Gardens, Homes, and Transportation—though no formal vote was recorded. Members also reviewed FY22 membership and clarified that official votes will be cast by the five voting members. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on proposals and discussion.

• Agreed in principle to organize FY22 work into three categories: Gardens, Homes, Transportation (no formal vote)
• Discussed FY22 membership and clarified voting member process

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The committee will discuss updates regarding the 4-H Community and a Savills update. The agenda also includes reviewing the action tracker and approving minutes from the August 4, 2021, meeting.

• 4H Community Update
• Savills Update
• Review of Action Tracker

The 4-H Committee approved the August 4 meeting minutes and provided a brief update on the status of the 4-H property, fielding resident questions. The Committee then entered a closed session under the Maryland Open Meetings Act to consider acquiring real property for a public purpose. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the next meeting was scheduled for September 1, 2021.

• Approved August 4 meeting minutes
• Entered closed session to consider real property acquisition for public purpose
• Scheduled next meeting for September 1, 2021

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property met via Zoom and approved the minutes from July 28, 2021. With no residents present, the committee skipped the community update and entered a closed session to discuss acquiring real property for a public purpose. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved July 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Entered closed session to consider real property acquisition for public purpose

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss three items: allocation of American Rescue Plan Act relief funds, redevelopment of Zimmerman Park including a pop-up dog park, and regulations for town elections and voting eligibility. The public may observe but not participate. Prior to the work session, the Council will vote to enter a closed session to discuss a personnel matter and consult with legal counsel on variance procedures.

• Closed session vote on personnel staffing levels and legal advice on variance procedures
• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) relief funds
• Zimmerman Park redevelopment and pop-up dog park
• Town election and voting eligibility regulations

The Town Council voted unanimously to award a contract to Clark/Azar & Associates for Zimmerman Park improvements. They also discussed ARPA fund uses, agreed to solicit a proposal from Novak Consulting Group for organizational assessment, and asked the Elections Board to review a hybrid voting system.

• Awarded Zimmerman Park contract to Clark/Azar & Associates (unanimous)
• Agreed to solicit proposal from Novak Consulting Group for organizational assessment and executive recruitment
• Asked Town Manager to provide staffing proposal for Town office
• Asked Elections Board to review hybrid voting system for future elections

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Town of Chevy Chase's special committee on the 4-H property is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive a community update, and discuss old and new business, including an action tracker and a Savills update. The agenda includes a possible closed session, with the next meeting scheduled for the same day.

• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2021
• 4-H community update
• Old business action tracker review
• Savills update
• Possible move to closed session

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property met via Zoom, approved the July 21, 2021 minutes, and provided a brief status update on the 4H property while answering resident questions. The committee then entered a closed session under the Maryland Open Meetings Act to consider acquiring real property for a public purpose. No substantive decisions were made; the next meeting was scheduled for August 4, 2021.

• Approved July 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Entered closed session to consider real property acquisition for public purpose
• Scheduled next meeting for August 4, 2021

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee is meeting to discuss traffic and pedestrian safety measures, including staff review of intersections and potential safety studies. They will also receive an update on 5G activities in the town. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and resident comments.

• Approval of June 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of traffic/pedestrian safety measures, including staff review of intersections submitted by PSC
• Discussion of traffic/pedestrian safety studies and technologies
• Traffic/pedestrian safety public relations campaign next steps
• Update on 5G activities

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will review the June meeting minutes and accept public comments. The agenda includes discussions on the Thrive Montgomery 2050 plan, the 4-H Center, and the Canopy Tree Working Group. The body will also address the applicability of County legislation and potential American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) projects.

• Review of Thrive Montgomery 2050
• Discussion of the 4-H Center
• Review of Canopy Tree Working Group
• Discussion of potential ARPA projects

The Land Use Committee voted to recommend adopting County Code Chapters 10A (Child Care) and 31C (New Home Warranty/Building Licensing), but recommended not adopting Chapter 55 (Tree Canopy). The committee also discussed updates on Thrive Montgomery 2050, Attainable Housing, the 4-H Center sale, and potential ARPA projects. No final decisions were made on these latter items.

• Recommended adopting County Code Chapter 10A (Child Care) (consensus)
• Recommended adopting County Code Chapter 31C (New Home Warranty/Building Licensing) (consensus)
• Recommended not adopting County Code Chapter 55 (Tree Canopy) (consensus)
• Approved June meeting minutes as edited (unanimous)

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Town of Chevy Chase's special committee on the 4-H property is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear a community update, and discuss old and new business, including a Savills update and an action tracker. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2021
• 4H community update
• Old business action tracker review
• Savills update
• Possible closed session

The 4H Committee met via Zoom, approved the July 14 minutes, and provided an update on the 4H property status. They are still awaiting an announcement from CBRE or 4H identifying the successful bidder. The committee then entered a closed session to consider real property acquisition for a public purpose, and scheduled the next meeting for July 28, 2021.

• Approved minutes of July 14, 2021
• Entered closed session to consider real property acquisition
• Scheduled next meeting for July 28, 2021

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to receive a community update and an update from Savills. The agenda includes a review of the action tracker for old business.

• 4H Community Update
• Savills Update
• Review of Old Business Action Tracker

The 4H Committee approved the July 7, 2021 meeting minutes with a correction noting Joy White attended instead of Irene Lane. The Committee reported it is still awaiting an announcement from CBRE or 4H identifying the successful bidder for the 4H property. The Committee entered a closed session under Maryland's Open Meetings Act to consider real property acquisition for a public purpose, and scheduled its next meeting for July 21, 2021.

• Approved July 7, 2021 meeting minutes with correction (Joy White, not Irene Lane, in attendance)
• Entered closed session to consider acquisition of real property for a public purpose
• Scheduled next meeting for July 21, 2021

Town Council

The Council will hold a work session regarding changes to the Urban Forest Ordinance and the County’s Healthy Lawns Act. Discussions also include Zimmerman Park redevelopment, small cell towers, and ARPA relief funds.

• Variance hearing for accessory building lot coverage at 7400 Connecticut Avenue
• Discussion of Montgomery Municipal Cable Television PEG Grants
• Discussion regarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Relief Funds
• Review of ZTA 19-07 regarding small cell towers
• Discussion of Thrive Montgomery 2050/Attainable Housing Strategies

The Council approved a variance for Winston Gooden at 7400 Connecticut Avenue for accessory building rear yard lot coverage, with a condition to protect the neighboring property's fence during construction. The motion passed 3-2, with Councilmembers Ericson and Lane opposed. The Council also agreed with the Climate and Environment Committee's recommendations to amend the Urban Forest Ordinance and adopt the County's Healthy Lawns Act, directing the Town attorney to draft ordinances for September. Other discussions included ARPA fund uses, small cell towers, and election regulations, with no final decisions made on those topics.

• Approved variance for Winston Gooden, 7400 Connecticut Avenue, accessory building rear yard lot coverage, with condition to protect neighbor's fence, 3-2 vote.
• Agreed with Climate and Environment Committee recommendations to amend Urban Forest Ordinance and adopt Healthy Lawns Act; directed Town attorney to draft ordinances for September introduction.
• Approved meeting minutes unanimously.
• Accepted June 2021 financial report.
• Asked Town Manager to research audio/visual support options and MMCTV services for Town events.
• Agreed to reassess telecommunications regulations after County approves ZTA 19-07.
• Asked Town Manager to report on Zimmerman Park off-leash dog events at July 29 work session.
• Asked Election Board to review vote-by-mail procedures; Councilmember Ericson to lead study on lowering voting age to 16.

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The committee is meeting to receive a community update regarding the 4-H property and an update from Savills. The session includes a review of the action tracker for old business.

• 4H Community Update
• Savills Update
• Review of Old Business Action Tracker

The Committee approved the June 30, 2021 minutes and discussed the 4H property status, noting they are still awaiting an announcement from CBRE or 4H on the successful bidder. They are also working with the Council on a document mapping a theoretical 4H process, currently under Council review. The meeting schedule was kept at 5:00pm Wednesdays on Zoom, and the Committee entered a closed session to consider real property acquisition for a public purpose. The next meeting was set for July 14, 2021.

• Approved the June 30, 2021 meeting minutes
• Kept meeting schedule at 5:00pm Wednesdays on Zoom
• Entered closed session to consider real property acquisition for a public purpose
• Scheduled next meeting for July 14, 2021

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee is meeting to approve minutes, prepare for a July 14 work session on canopy trees and pesticide law, and discuss the American Rescue Plan. The agenda also includes planning forecast content and event scheduling, with time for public comments.

• Minutes approval for the prior meeting
• July 14 work session on canopy trees and pesticide law
• American Rescue Plan discussion
• Forecast content and events schedule planning
• Public comments and questions

The Climate & Environment Committee discussed planning for a July 14 work session, including a Canopy Tree Workgroup review of the Urban Forest ordinance to slightly expand the list of trees requiring Town Arborist review before removal. The Healthy Lawns working group developed a memo on adopting the County's pesticide law (Chapter 33B), which 16 of 19 independent County communities have adopted, with a goal for the town to opt in. The committee also reviewed American Rescue Plan Act funds for stormwater infrastructure, discussed flood and drought resilience, and noted updates on quiet landscaping signs, tree census progress, and event schedules.

• Approved minutes from the previous meeting
• Planned July 14 work session, including Canopy Tree Workgroup review of Urban Forest ordinance tree list
• Discussed Healthy Lawns memo on adopting County pesticide law (Chapter 33B), with goal to opt in
• Reviewed ARPA funds for stormwater infrastructure, with Stuart offering to join project team
• Updated quiet landscaping signs to show subsidy program extended to end of calendar year
• Delivered Tree Census and Long-Term Monitoring Program progress memo to Town Council for July meeting
• Extended membership solicitation to July 31
• Extended blower subsidy program deadline to end of calendar year

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property will receive an update regarding the current selection process. The meeting includes a question and answer period and a review of the action tracker.

• Update on selection process
• Review of Action Tracker

The committee approved the June 23 minutes and discussed the status of the 4H property, noting they are still awaiting an announcement from CBRE or 4H on the successful bidder. A document mapping a theoretical 4H process is being reviewed by the Council. The meeting schedule remains Wednesdays at 5:00 PM on Zoom. The committee entered a closed session to consider real property acquisition, then adjourned.

• Approved the June 23, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Agreed to keep the meeting schedule at 5:00 PM Wednesdays on Zoom.
• Entered a closed session under the Open Meetings Act to consider real property acquisition.

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will review and approve the May 26 meeting minutes, hear resident comments, and receive a Town Council update on traffic safety. They will also discuss traffic and pedestrian safety communication and specific problematic intersections.

• Approval of May 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Traffic safety update on Northern Maple towards East West Hwy
• Traffic safety update on Lawton Center
• Discussion of traffic/pedestrian safety communication
• Discussion of problematic intersections

The Public Service Committee approved the May meeting minutes. They continued discussing traffic and pedestrian safety, forwarding seven specific intersections and all school bus pickup locations to the Town manager for review by a traffic safety professional. No residents commented, and no new business was discussed before adjournment.

• Approved the minutes of the May meeting
• Forwarded Valley & Meadow intersection for traffic safety review
• Forwarded Leland & Meadow intersection for traffic safety review
• Forwarded Stanford & Maple intersection for traffic safety review
• Forwarded Leland & Curtis intersection for traffic safety review
• Forwarded Thornapple & Maple intersection for traffic safety review
• Forwarded East & Leland intersection for traffic safety review
• Forwarded all school bus pickups (East & Stanford, Thornapple & Maple, others?) for traffic safety review

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is meeting to review and approve its May minutes, hear public comments, and discuss several land-use topics. These include the Thrive Montgomery 2050 plan, the 4-H Center, the Canopy Tree Working Group, applicability of county legislation, and potential stormwater management projects funded by ARPA.

• Review and approval of May meeting minutes
• Public comments
• Thrive Montgomery 2050 discussion
• 4-H Center discussion
• Canopy Tree Working Group discussion

The Land Use Committee discussed potential stormwater management projects to fund with approximately $2.5 million in ARPA funds, expressing strongest interest in the Farm Woman's Market Development and green infrastructure projects. The committee will compile notes and coordinate with the Climate and Environment Committee. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of the April meeting as circulated with edits (moved by Dedun Ingram, passed)
• Discussed Thrive Montgomery 2050 hearings and Attainable Housing Strategies, no action taken
• Received update on 4-H Center property sale; winning bidder not yet announced
• Noted upcoming July 14 work session on Canopy Tree Working Group with Town Council
• Reviewed County Code chapters for applicability; Lees to write summary for July meeting
• Identified initial list of stormwater projects for ARPA funding consideration
• Expressed strongest interest in Farm Woman's Market Development and green infrastructure projects
• Scheduled final meeting for current year on July 22

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to review a community update and a report from Savills. The committee will also review its action tracker under old business.

• 4H Community Update
• Savills Report
• Review of Action Tracker

The committee met in open session to discuss with residents the connectivity of potential development to the TOCC via Thornapple and Woodside. It then entered closed session to consider acquiring real property for a public purpose, as permitted by law. The committee scheduled its next meeting for June 30, 2021, at 5:00 PM, and adjourned.

• Approved the minutes of the previous meeting.
• Held an open discussion with residents about development connectivity to TOCC via Thornapple and Woodside.
• Entered closed session to consider real property acquisition for a public purpose.
• Scheduled next meeting for June 30, 2021, at 5:00 PM.
• Adjourned the meeting.

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council will meet with Thornapple Street residents to discuss the prospective sale and future development of the 4-H property, followed by a work session on attainable housing strategies, Montgomery County's Healthy Lawns Act, and the Racial Justice Special Committee. The public may observe but not participate.

• Discussion with Thornapple Street residents on 4-H property sale and development
• Attainable Housing Strategies – Planning Department Recommendations
• Montgomery County's Healthy Lawns Act
• Racial Justice Special Committee

The Town Council met with Thornapple Street residents to discuss the prospective sale and future development of the 4-H property, but took no formal action. In a work session, the Council discussed Attainable Housing Strategies, the Healthy Lawns Act, and the Racial Justice Special Committee, asking for more research and data on the first two items. The Council then voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss a personnel matter regarding staff leave balances.

• Discussed the prospective sale and future development of the 4-H property with residents; no action taken.
• Discussed Planning Department recommendations on Attainable Housing Strategies; no action taken.
• Discussed opting into the County's Healthy Lawns Act; asked the Climate and Environment Committee for more research and data.
• Discussed the Racial Justice Special Committee's request to become a standing committee; asked for additional information.
• Voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss a personnel matter affecting specific individuals.

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting via Zoom to conduct introductions and hold a question-and-answer session with Town of Chevy Chase residents.

• Resident Q&A session regarding the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property met via Zoom and approved the minutes from its June 9, 2021 meeting. Members introduced themselves and provided background on the committee's origin, purpose, and work over 30-plus meetings, including why meetings have been closed and the current status of the property transaction. The committee then took questions from about 33 residents in attendance before adjourning. No formal decisions or votes were made beyond approving the prior minutes.

• Approved the minutes of the June 9, 2021 meeting
• Adjourned the meeting after taking questions from residents

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a regular meeting with general business items and council discussions. Key topics include the 4-H Center sale/development survey results, Farm Women's Market redevelopment, Thrive Montgomery 2050 and Missing Middle Housing, American Rescue Plan Act relief funds, Zimmerman Park improvements, and a traffic study follow-up. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, acceptance of the May 2021 financial report, and the Town Manager's report.

• Discussion of 4-H Center sale/development survey results
• Discussion of Farm Women's Market redevelopment
• Discussion of Thrive Montgomery 2050 and Missing Middle Housing
• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) relief funds
• Discussion of Zimmerman Park improvements

The Town Council held a regular meeting with no formal votes on substantive items. They discussed the 4-H Center sale survey results, the Farm Women's Market redevelopment, the Purple Line, Thrive Montgomery 2050, ARPA relief funds, Zimmerman Park improvements, and traffic study follow-up. The Council agreed to distribute survey results, develop an ARPA project list, and request further traffic studies.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted May 2021 financial report
• Agreed to distribute 4-H Center survey results via Town Crier
• Agreed to develop list of potential ARPA-eligible projects
• Agreed to seek Town attorney opinion and Treasury guidance on ARPA funds
• Agreed to pursue short and long-term Zimmerman Park improvements
• Agreed to ask traffic engineer to study alternative calming measures and pedestrian safety tech
• Agreed to schedule work sessions as needed between monthly meetings

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to discuss old business and a report from Savills. The meeting includes a closed session.

• Review of Savills Report

The 4H Committee met in open session and voted unanimously to enter a closed session to consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. After the closed session, the committee returned to open session and scheduled its next meeting for June 16, 2021, at 5:00 PM. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Voted unanimously to enter closed session under Section 3-305(b)(3) to consider real property acquisition
• Scheduled next meeting for June 16, 2021, 5:00 PM

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive updates on the Healthy Lawns and Canopy Trees initiatives, and discuss forecast content and event scheduling. The meeting is primarily for updates and discussion, with no formal votes or public hearings listed.

• Minutes approval
• Healthy Lawns initiative update
• Canopy Trees initiative update
• Forecast content and tips discussion
• Events schedule planning

The Climate & Environment Committee held a routine meeting with no formal votes. Members discussed opting into the County pesticide law, a tree census, and using pandemic relief funds for pilot stormwater projects. The committee also noted membership changes and ongoing projects like the pollinator patch and quiet landscaping signs.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting
• Discussed opting into County pesticide law, noting 16 of 19 jurisdictions have opted in
• Discussed extending gas-powered blower ban to mowers and hour mismatch
• Working Group preparing memos on tree ordinance and census for July Council meeting
• Placed 'Tree City' signage in 5-6 locations around Town
• Discussed using pandemic relief funds for pilot stormwater projects

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to discuss old business and a report from Savills. The meeting includes a transition into closed session for specific deliberations.

• Review of Savills Report

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property approved the previous meeting's minutes and then voted unanimously to enter a closed session under Section 3-305(b)(3) to consider acquiring real property for a public purpose. The meeting returned to open session with no other substantive decisions recorded. The next meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2021.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting
• Voted unanimously to enter closed session to consider real property acquisition for public purpose

Community Relations Committee

The committee is reviewing reports on past community events and planning upcoming social activities. The meeting also addresses resident engagement in committees and leadership transitions for the end of 2021.

• Independence Day celebration update
• Labyrinth Virtual Party Games for children/grownups on June 11-12
• Discussion & Dessert Doubleheader: Roses and Rosés on June 11
• Resident engagement in committees
• Sign-ups for 2022 committee positions

The Community Relations Committee approved the May 2021 meeting minutes and discussed upcoming events, including a cicada event recap, book club, Independence Day celebration, virtual gaming, and a roses and rosé discussion. No formal votes were taken on new business; all items were reports and planning discussions.

• Approved May 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Cathy, second by Barbara)

Town Council

The Town Council held a work session to discuss the prospective sale and future development of the 4-H property with Woodside Place residents. The Council also discussed the Town's position on Thrive Montgomery 2050 and the concept of Missing Middle Housing. The public was permitted to observe the session but was not allowed to participate in the discussion.

• Discussion of prospective sale and future development of the 4-H property
• Discussion of the Town's position on Thrive Montgomery 2050
• Discussion of the concept of Missing Middle Housing

The Town Council met with Woodside Place residents to discuss the prospective sale and future development of the 4-H property, but took no formal action. The Council also discussed Thrive Montgomery 2050 and 'Missing Middle Housing,' with Councilmember Lane agreeing to update a coalition letter, update the Town's policy position, and draft testimony for Mayor Rush for the County Council's June 17 public hearing. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

• Discussed prospective sale and future development of 4-H property with Woodside Place residents; no action taken
• Discussed Thrive Montgomery 2050 and 'Missing Middle Housing' policy positions; no vote
• Councilmember Lane agreed to update coalition letter on Thrive Montgomery 2050
• Councilmember Lane agreed to update Town's policy position on 'Missing Middle Housing'
• Councilmember Lane agreed to draft testimony for Mayor Rush for June 17 County Council hearing

Land Use Committee

The committee will discuss various land use topics including the 4-H Center and Zimmerman Park. The meeting also includes a review of County legislation regarding tree canopy and forest conservation.

• Review of Thrive Montgomery 2050
• Discussion of 4-H Center
• Canopy Tree Working Group update
• Lot coverage review
• Review of County Legislation, Chapter 55 and Chapter 22A

The Land Use Committee met and discussed several topics, including upcoming County Council hearings on Thrive Montgomery 2050, the sale of the 4-H property, and tree protection regulations. No formal votes were taken on these items. The Committee approved the minutes of the April meeting and discussed potential future work on lot coverage and stormwater management.

• Approved April meeting minutes as circulated with edits
• Discussed Thrive Montgomery 2050 hearings scheduled for June 17 and 29
• Noted 464 resident responses to 4-H property survey; report due June 10
• Discussed tree canopy regulations; Committee not in favor of adopting County Chapter 55
• Proposed adding lot coverage topic to 2021-2022 LUC calendar

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to discuss old business and a report from Savills. The meeting includes a transition into a closed session for specific agenda items.

• Review of Savills Report

The committee approved the minutes and unanimously voted to enter a closed session to discuss the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the next meeting was scheduled for June 2, 2021.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting
• Voted unanimously to enter closed session for real property acquisition discussion
• Scheduled next meeting for June 2, 2021, 5:00 PM

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will review and discuss traffic recommendations to present to the Town Council, covering specific streets and a public relations campaign for traffic and pedestrian safety. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and resident comments.

• Discuss traffic recommendations for Lawton Center
• Discuss traffic recommendations for Lower Maple Ave.
• Discuss traffic recommendations for East Ave.
• Discuss 46th St's one-way traffic
• Traffic/Pedestrian safety public relations campaign next steps

The Public Services Committee reviewed enacted traffic safety measures, including reduced speed limits and streamlined speed bump requests. They discussed ongoing concerns about speeding and stop sign violations, and agreed to identify unsafe intersections and collect data from speed boards. A recommendation was made to engage professional assistance and launch a resident education campaign, with findings to be reported at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 28, 2021 meeting
• Reviewed enacted speed limit reductions (25 to 20 mph, 15 mph near school)
• Streamlined speed bump installation requirements; new request under consideration
• Agreed to identify unsafe intersections and report at next meeting
• Agreed to collect data from speed boards for traffic safety improvements
• Recommended engaging professional assistance for traffic safety
• Planned to contact public relations professionals for resident campaign
• Discussed speed cameras; determined not an option for the town

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council will hold an open session solely to vote on entering a closed session. The closed session is authorized under Maryland's Open Meetings Act to discuss a business or industrial organization's proposal to locate, expand, or remain in the state, and the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Vote to enter closed session under Section 3-305(b)(4) for business/industrial organization proposal
• Vote to enter closed session under Section 3-305(b)(3) for real property acquisition

The Town Council met in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session. The motion to enter closed session, citing Maryland's Open Meetings Act exception for business relocation proposals, passed unanimously. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned immediately after the closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss business relocation proposal (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting solely to vote on entering a closed session. This closed session is required by the Open Meetings Act to discuss a business or industrial organization's proposal to locate, expand, or remain in the state, as well as the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. No other agenda items are listed.

• Vote to enter closed session under Maryland Code, General Provisions Article, Section 3-305(b)(4) for business/industrial location matters
• Vote to enter closed session under Maryland Code, General Provisions Article, Section 3-305(b)(3) for real property acquisition

The Town Council met in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session under the Maryland Open Meetings Act to discuss a proposal for a business to locate, expand, or remain in the state. The motion passed unanimously, and after the closed discussion, the meeting adjourned with no other business conducted.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss a business proposal (5-0)

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting via Zoom to review the Savills Report. The agenda includes a transition into a closed session for old and new business.

• Review of Savills Report

The special committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and then voted unanimously to enter a closed session under Section 3-305(b)(3) to consider acquiring real property for a public purpose. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural only.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to enter closed session for property acquisition discussion (unanimous)

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to review minutes and discuss strategy. The session includes a closed-door discussion regarding updates on conversations between Savills and developers.

• Updates on Savills' conversations with developers

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed transitioning to a regular committee. Members unanimously voted to enter a closed session to consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose, including strategy and updates on conversations with developers. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting
• Voted unanimously to enter closed session for real property acquisition discussion

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council will hold a regular meeting that includes swearing in newly elected members, electing officers, and approving minutes and the April financial report. The main public hearing is for variance requests from the Williams property at 7404 Meadow Lane to widen a driveway to 12.5 feet and install hedges in the public right-of-way. The council will also discuss the sale of the 4-H Center property, a statement on Thrive Montgomery 2050, and a proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

• Variance hearing: driveway width 12.5 ft (limit 10 ft) at 7404 Meadow Lane
• Variance hearing: boxwood hedges in public right-of-way at 7404 Meadow Lane
• Discussion of 4-H Center property sale
• Discussion of Thrive Montgomery 2050/Coalition Statement
• Discussion of proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day

The Town Council unanimously approved variances for driveway width and right-of-way hedges at 7404 Meadow Lane, with a condition requiring a revocable right-of-way usage license for the hedges. The Council also approved a proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day and discussed the 4-H Center sale and Thrive Montgomery 2050.

• Approved variances for driveway width and right-of-way hedges at 7404 Meadow Lane, with condition of revocable right-of-way usage license (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day (unanimous)
• Appointed Council officers: Mayor, Vice Mayor, Treasurer, Secretary, Community Liaison (unanimous)
• Appointed Council liaisons to Town committees (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted April 2021 financial report

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive initiative updates including on Missing Middle Housing, and discuss forecast content and the events schedule. The meeting concludes with reminders and public comments.

• Minutes approval
• Missing Middle Housing initiative update
• Forecast content and tips process
• Events schedule discussion
• Public comments and questions

The Climate & Environment Committee approved a budget for a plant consultation at Lee Dennison Garden, discussed the Healthy Lawns ordinance timeline, and reviewed progress on quiet landscaping and tree canopy recommendations. No formal votes were recorded; decisions were made by consensus.

• Approved budget for plant consult with Edamarie Mattei of Backyard Bounty for Lee Dennison Garden
• Approved minutes from previous meeting
• Approved expanding Private Planting Program tree list from 6 to 36 and increasing budget from $10,000 to $20,000 per year (previously approved by Town Council)
• Approved additional research for Town Tree Census process (previously approved by Town Council)
• Rejoined Arbor Day Foundation Tree City Program (previously approved by Town Council)

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to review developer conversations and title analysis. The body will discuss zoning, water, trees, and urban ecosystem restorations.

• Updates on Savills' conversations with developers
• Review of Title Analysis
• Discussion on Authority Table, Water, and Trees
• Review of Zoning Memo
• Urban Ecosystems Restorations discussion

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property met via Zoom and adopted the minutes from the April 28th meeting. The committee then voted unanimously to enter a closed session under Section 3-305(b)(3) to discuss the acquisition of real property for a public purpose and related matters. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Adopted minutes from April 28th meeting
• Voted unanimously to enter closed session to consider real property acquisition

Community Relations Committee

The committee is meeting to report on past community events and discuss upcoming activities. Members will also address resident engagement in committees.

• Reports on Garden talk, Sake and Sushi, and Labyrinth Games Shop events
• Discussion of Independence Day celebration
• Cicada Zoom event with Tolbert Feather on May 7
• Discussion of new events
• Resident engagement in committees

The Community Relations Committee approved the April 2021 meeting minutes and discussed recent and upcoming events, including a cicadas Zoom event and Independence Day planning. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on event reports and logistics.

• Approved April 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Barbara, seconded by Cathy)
• Discussed Independence Day celebration options with Town Council
• Scheduled cicadas Zoom event for May 7 with Town Arborist Tolbert Feather
• Discussed potential future events, including virtual components post-pandemic
• Discussed assembling Welcome Bags for new residents

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council is holding its annual meeting to present and discuss the FY22 budget and tax rates. A public hearing will be held before the Council considers adopting the budget and tax rates.

• State of the Town address by Mayor Cecily Baskir
• FY22 budget presentation by Councilmember & Treasurer Barney Rush
• Public hearing on FY22 budget and tax rates
• Discussion and possible adoption of FY22 budget and tax rates

The Town Council held a public hearing on the proposed FY22 budget and tax rates, then discussed and unanimously adopted the budget ordinance. The meeting also included a review of the Town's accomplishments and its engagement in the prospective sale of the 4-H property.

• Adopted FY22 budget and tax rates ordinance (unanimous)

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Long Range Planning Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several planning-related items, including Thrive Montgomery, the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative and HEAT, 4-H, and Chapter 36A. The agenda is mostly discussion-oriented, with no specific decisions or votes listed.

• Thrive Montgomery
• Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative and HEAT
• 4-H
• Chapter 36A

Town Council

The Town Council will hold an open session solely to vote on entering a closed session to discuss acquiring the 4-H property for a public purpose. The closed session will include the real estate advisor and the 4-H Center Special Committee. No other business is on the agenda.

• Vote to enter closed session under Maryland Open Meetings Act §3-305(b)(3)
• Discussion of acquiring the 4-H property
• Meeting with real estate advisor and 4-H Center Special Committee

The Town Council met in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session under the Maryland Open Meetings Act to consider acquiring real property for a public purpose. The motion passed unanimously, and the closed session discussion followed. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session for real property acquisition discussion

Town Council

The Town Council will first vote to enter a closed session to discuss personnel, real property acquisition, legal advice, and bidding strategy. In the open work session, they will discuss and possibly approve a contract for brokerage assistance related to the prospective sale of the 4-H Center Property, and discuss possible amendments to the Town's FY22 Budget.

• Vote to enter closed session under Open Meetings Act
• Discussion and possible approval of brokerage contract for 4-H Center Property sale
• Discussion of possible amendments to FY22 Budget

The Council voted unanimously to authorize the Town Manager to approve a contract with Savills for real estate advisory services related to the prospective sale of the 4-H Center property, contingent on agreement on amended terms. They also unanimously approved amending the proposed FY22 budget to include $230,000 to fund the brokerage contract. The meeting included a closed session for legal and personnel matters, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized Town Manager to approve Savills contract for real estate advisory services (unanimous)
• Amended FY22 budget to add $230,000 for brokerage contract (unanimous)

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to discuss broker negotiations and a presentation from a prospective bidder. The agenda includes reviews of title analysis, concept drawings, and zoning.

• Negotiations with broker
• Prospective bidder presentation
• Title Analysis comments
• Rod Henderer’s concept drawings
• Zoning Memo comments

The committee adopted the minutes from the April 21st meeting and then voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss the acquisition of real property for a public purpose, specifically the 4-H property. After returning to open session, they reviewed concept drawings presented by Rod Henderer. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Adopted minutes from April 21st meeting
• Voted unanimously to enter closed session for real property acquisition discussion

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will approve prior minutes, hear resident comments, and discuss three items: traffic safety at the Thornapple & Maple intersection, the sale of the 4H property, and the County's Middle Housing initiative. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion only.

• Discuss traffic safety at Thornapple & Maple intersection
• Discuss 4H property sale
• Discuss County's Middle Housing initiative
• Approve March 24, 2021 meeting minutes

The Public Services Committee approved the March 24, 2021 minutes and discussed the County Council's Missing Middle Housing zoning amendment, affirming that Town regulations on setbacks and height would still apply to R-60 lots. The Committee also discussed the impending 4-H property sale, encouraging members to submit comments to the Town and County Councils. Regarding a recent accident at Thornapple and Maple, the Committee concluded to pursue both enforcement and a public relations campaign for safe driving. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved minutes of March 24, 2021
• Discussed MMH zoning amendment; affirmed Town regulations still apply on R-60 lots
• Discussed 4-H property sale; encouraged member comments to councils
• Concluded to pursue both enforcement and PR campaign for traffic safety at Thornapple and Maple

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to vote on entering a closed session to discuss acquiring real property for a public purpose and a business or industrial organization's proposal to locate, expand, or remain in the state. The agenda contains only this procedural item.

• Vote to enter closed session under Open Meetings Act for real property acquisition
• Closed session also covers business/industrial organization proposal

The Town Council met in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session, which passed unanimously. The closed session was held to discuss the acquisition of real property for a public purpose and a business proposal to locate, expand, or remain in the state. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned at 2 p.m.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session under OMA 3-305(b)(3) and (b)(4)

Town Council

The Town Council will meet in open session to vote on moving into a closed session. The proposed closed session involves discussions regarding business/industrial organization proposals and the acquisition of real property for public use.

• Vote to enter closed session regarding business or industrial organization proposals
• Vote to enter closed session regarding real property acquisition for a public purpose

The Town Council met only to vote unanimously to enter a closed session under the Maryland Open Meetings Act to discuss employee or official employment and the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. No substantive decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned at 10 a.m. after the closed discussion.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session for personnel and real property discussions

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session. The closed session would discuss employment of employees or officials and the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Vote to enter closed session under Maryland Open Meetings Act (Section 3-305(b)(1) and (b)(3))
• Discussion of employment of employees or officials
• Discussion of acquisition of real property for a public purpose

The Town Council met in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session. The motion to enter closed session, citing Maryland Open Meetings Act exceptions for discussing employee matters and real property acquisition, passed unanimously. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Motion to enter closed session for employee and real property discussions passed unanimously

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is meeting to review its March minutes, hear public comments, and discuss several planning and environmental topics. Key items include Thrive Montgomery 2050, missing middle housing, and tree canopy initiatives. The agenda is substantive, with multiple policy discussions scheduled.

• Review and approval of March meeting minutes
• Public comments
• Discussion of Thrive Montgomery 2050
• Discussion of Missing Middle Housing
• Discussion of Canopy Tree Working Group and Chapter 55 tree canopy legislation

The Land Use Committee met on April 22, 2021, and approved the March meeting minutes as amended. The committee received updates on Thrive Montgomery 2050, Missing Middle Housing, the Canopy Tree Working Group, and the 4-H Center sale, but took no formal votes on these items. The meeting was informational and procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• Approved March meeting minutes as amended (motion passed)
• No public comments received
• Noted Planning Board sent Thrive Montgomery 2050 Draft Plan to County Council on April 8
• Encouraged committee members to send thoughts on Missing Middle Housing to Town Council by May 14
• Noted Town Council approved Arbor Day event for May 1
• Noted Town Council appointed Task Force to advise on 4-H Center sale

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee will hold a closed session to discuss broker matters related to the 4-H Property. This meeting is scheduled as a closed session.

• Broker discussion

The 4-H Special Committee met in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session. Attendees voted unanimously to enter a closed session under Section 3-305(b)(3) to consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose and related matters. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session for real property acquisition discussion

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session. The closed session would discuss employment of employees or officials and the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Vote to enter closed session under Open Meetings Act 3-305(b)(1) for personnel matters
• Vote to enter closed session under 3-305(b)(3) for real property acquisition

The Town Council met in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session. The motion to close the meeting, citing personnel and real property acquisition matters, passed unanimously. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned at 5 p.m.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session for personnel and property discussions

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session. The closed session would discuss employment of employees or officials and the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. No other business is on the agenda.

• Vote to enter closed session under Maryland Open Meetings Act Section 3-305(b)(1) for employee/official employment matters
• Vote to enter closed session under Section 3-305(b)(3) for real property acquisition for public purpose

The Town Council met only to vote on entering a closed session, which passed unanimously. The closed session was held to discuss employee matters and potential real property acquisition. No substantive public decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session for personnel and property discussions

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to discuss zoning memos and authority tables regarding water and trees. The body is also reviewing updates on non-disclosure agreements and the role of public finance counsel and brokers.

• Comments on Zoning Memo
• Comments on Authority Table, Water, and Trees
• NDA update and issues
• Brandywine discussion
• Process involving Public Finance Counsel and Broker

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property met and expressed frustration over not being consulted on Town Council decisions from April 18-19. Co-chairs committed to ensuring the committee can consider and recommend on pertinent matters going forward. The committee then voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss real property acquisition for a public purpose.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session under Section 3-305(b)(3) to consider real property acquisition

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss clarifying the Town's policy on the prospective sale of the 4-H Center property. The Council will also discuss possibly retaining consultants to support the Town's engagement on this matter. The public may observe but not participate in the discussion.

• Discussion of policy on prospective sale of 4-H Center property
• Discussion of possible retention of consultants for engagement on the 4-H Center sale

The Town Council held a work session on the prospective sale of the 4-H Center property. It voted 3-2 to focus efforts until May 5 on working with potential bidders rather than making a stand-alone bid. The Council also unanimously approved seeking public finance counsel and reaching out to real estate advisors for proposals.

• Focused Town efforts on working with potential bidders for 4-H property until May 5 (3-2)
• Approved starting process to seek public finance counsel for 4-H property financing advice (unanimous)
• Approved reaching out to real estate advisors and requesting proposals for services (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session to discuss a matter involving a business or industrial organization's proposal to locate, expand, or remain in the state. No other business is on the agenda.

• Vote to enter closed session under Maryland Open Meetings Act Section 3-305(b)(4)

The Town Council met briefly in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session. The motion to close the meeting passed unanimously, and the Council discussed a matter concerning a business or industrial organization locating, expanding, or remaining in the state. No substantive decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned at 12:30 p.m.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session under Open Meetings Act §3-305(b)(4) to discuss a business relocation proposal

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting in open session solely to vote on entering a closed session to consult with counsel about the prospective sale of the 4-H property. No other business is on the agenda.

• Vote to enter closed session under Maryland Open Meetings Act Section 3-305(b)(7)
• Discussion of prospective sale of the 4-H property

The Town Council met in open session only to vote unanimously to enter a closed session under the Open Meetings Act to consult with counsel on legal matters related to the prospective sale of the 4-H property. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned at 7 p.m. after the closed session.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session for legal advice on 4-H property sale

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on reducing the town-wide speed limit to 20 mph, adopting a revised speed hump policy and a new radar speed sign policy, and clarifying small cell application language. The council will also discuss introducing the FY22 budget and tax rates, the 4-H Center sale, and form-based design/code. A work session with the Tree Canopy Working Group will discuss urban forest ordinance changes and tree program expansions.

• Public hearing on ordinance to reduce town-wide speed limit to 20 mph
• Public hearing on revised speed hump policy and new radar speed sign policy
• Public hearing on ordinance to amend Chapter 26 (Telecommunications) for small cell applications
• Discussion and possible introduction of FY22 budget and tax rates ordinance
• Work session on urban forest ordinance: options to remove canopy tree list or add 10 native trees; private planting program budget increase from $10,000 to $20,000

The Chevy Chase Town Council held public hearings and unanimously approved ordinances to reduce the town-wide speed limit to 20 mph and adopt a revised speed hump policy and new radar speed sign policy. The Council also introduced the FY22 budget ordinance, approved a policy statement on the 4-H Center sale, and made several decisions on tree programs, including adding the Asian cherry tree to the planting list by a 3-2 vote.

• Approved ordinance reducing town-wide speed limit to 20 mph (unanimous)
• Approved revised speed hump policy and new radar speed sign policy (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance clarifying small cell application language (unanimous)
• Introduced FY22 budget and tax rates ordinance; public hearing set for May 4
• Approved policy statement on 4-H Center sale (unanimous)
• Approved Arbor Day 2021 proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes and accepted March 2021 financial report
• Added Asian cherry tree to private tree planting list (3-2)

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to review town priorities and opportunities regarding the site. The body will discuss a strategy for meeting with bidders and prepare a message for the Town Council.

• Review of town priorities, concerns, and opportunities for the 4-H Property
• Strategy for meeting with bidders
• Preparation of a message to the Town Council

The committee approved prior meeting minutes and reviewed progress on action items, including completed title report and walkabout. They discussed encouraging prospective bidders to meet before bidding and agreed to request a memo from counsel on requirements for the Town to submit its own standalone bid. No final decisions were made on the property's sale or development.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting
• Requested counsel memo on Town standalone bid requirements

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee is discussing TOCC authority and a title search regarding the 4-H property. Members will also work to develop a priority list based on two previous listening sessions.

• Discussion of TOCC authority
• Title search discussion
• Development of a priority list

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property met via Zoom and discussed the prospective sale with town counsel, including town rights over the sale, lease and MOU terms, and possible road rights. No formal decisions were made; instead, the committee agreed to nine action items, such as posting documents online, requesting a title search, and scheduling a walkabout. The meeting adjourned at 9 pm.

• Agreed to post the MOU and lease between the Town and 4-H Council on the Town website with a statement inviting prospective bidders to meet with the Town.
• Agreed to have counsel provide a table of the Town's rights, with possible formal memo after review.
• Agreed to have counsel review and revise the memo from Dedun Ingram on development pathways, distinguishing MPDU and Cluster Optional Methods.
• Agreed to have counsel request a title search from a national firm.
• Agreed to have counsel provide the lease and MOU to CBRE on Thursday, requesting addition to the data room and emphasizing bidder meetings.
• Agreed to hold a walkabout of adjacent residents' back yards on Saturday, April 10th, with Town Manager obtaining permission.
• Agreed to have Town Manager create a TOCC data room with relevant documents.
• Agreed to have Town Manager receive an update from 4-H on NDA and data room access.

Community Relations Committee

The committee is reviewing updates for several community events and discussing new programming. The meeting includes planning for the town book club and Independence Day celebrations.

• Updates on 'The Great Zucchini' and 'The Yard Birds of Chevy Chase'
• Garden talk with Edamarie Mattei of Backyard Bounty on April 15
• Sake and Sushi event on April 23
• Labyrinth Games Shop virtual games on April 25
• Discussion on resident engagement in committees

The Community Relations Committee approved the March 2021 meeting minutes with a minor correction. They discussed upcoming events, including a virtual Great Zucchini event that was postponed due to low sign-ups, and planned for future in-person events. The committee also discussed the Independence Day celebration, noting that permits are not currently being issued due to the pandemic.

• Approved the March 2021 meeting minutes with a minor change.
• Postponed the Great Zucchini virtual event to be held in person when possible.
• Discussed format for future book club meetings; Cathy agreed to host.
• Discussed logistics for the April 15 Garden Discussion and Dessert event.
• Discussed logistics for the April 23 Sake and Sushi event.
• Discussed logistics for the April 25 virtual gaming event.
• Discussed Independence Day celebration plans, noting permits are not being issued.
• Discussed potential future events and speakers.

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a listening session to hear residents' views on the prospective sale and future development of the 4-H property. No decisions are being made; the meeting is solely for public input.

• Listening session on 4-H property sale and development

The Chevy Chase Town Council met via videoconference and held a listening session to hear resident comments about the prospective sale and future development of the 4-H Center property. Several residents commented and the Council engaged in dialogue. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

• Held a listening session on the prospective sale and future development of the 4-H Center property; no action taken
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:10 p.m. with no further business

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee will hold a procedural meeting to approve minutes and review updates on ongoing initiatives. The agenda includes a discussion of the FY22 budget and a review of forecast content and the events schedule. No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are listed for decision.

• FY22 Budget review
• Initiative updates
• Forecast content and tips
• Events schedule

The Climate & Environment Committee approved minutes and discussed several initiatives. It requested the Healthy Lawns pesticide ordinance opt-in be sent to the Town Council for a vote, with a memo to be completed for the May meeting. The Canopy Tree Working Group is finalizing recommendations for a Council work session on April 14, including expanding the private planting program and increasing its budget. No formal votes were taken on these items; they are proposals for Council action.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting
• Requested Healthy Lawns opt-in go to Town Council for vote ASAP
• Tasked Stuart to complete memo for May Council meeting
• Canopy Tree recommendations to be presented at April 14 Council work session
• Proposed expanding private planting program from 6 to 36 trees and budget from $10,000 to $20,000
• Proposed rejoin Arbor Day Foundation Tree City Program

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Long Range Planning Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several planning topics, including Thrive Montgomery, the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative and HEAT, 4-H, and Chapter 36A. Public comment is also scheduled. No decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Thrive Montgomery discussion
• Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative and HEAT
• Chapter 36A discussion
• Public comment period

The Long Range Planning Committee approved the minutes from its March meeting. Members discussed the Planning Board's new draft of Thrive Montgomery, which is set for approval on April 8, and the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative, a Planning Department project responding to a County Council request. Discussion on adopting County regulations was postponed to the May meeting. No other decisions were made.

• Approved the minutes from the March meeting
• Postponed discussion of Chapter 36A of the County code until the May meeting

Town Council

The Town Council met by videoconference and held a listening session for residents adjacent to the 4-H property about its prospective sale and future development. Residents commented and the Council engaged in dialogue. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

• Held listening session on 4-H property sale and development
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 p.m.

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The committee is meeting to review its purpose, structure, and activity to date. Members will discuss the committee's schedule for April and May.

• Review of committee structure and purpose
• Review of activity to date
• Discussion of April and May meeting schedule

The 4-H Center Special Committee met and reviewed its mission to advise the Town Council on the prospective sale of the 4-H property. Members adopted the mission statement and discussed the extent of the Town's authority and possible future uses of the property. No final decisions on the sale were made; the committee set next steps to listen to neighbors and develop a wish list.

• Adopted the committee's mission statement (moved by Ken Rubin, seconded by Nicole Mason)
• Set next steps: listen to neighbors on April 1st and 6th, read war room material, and develop a wish list
• Scheduled next meeting for Wednesday, April 7th

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is meeting to review and discuss several land-use topics, including a status update on ZTA 20-7, the Canopy Tree Working Group, the applicability of county pesticide legislation, Zimmerman Park, a consultant for missing middle housing and form-based codes, and the 4-H Center. The agenda also includes approval of the February minutes and public comments.

• ZTA 20-7 status update
• Canopy Tree Working Group status update
• Applicability of County Legislation Chapter 33B on pesticides
• Zimmerman Park discussion
• Missing Middle Housing & Form-Based Codes consultant

The Land Use Committee discussed several items but made no formal decisions. They reviewed the Canopy Tree Working Group's progress, considered opting into County pesticide regulations, and noted delays in the Zimmerman Park project due to infrastructure concerns. The committee also discussed upcoming forums on Missing Middle Housing and the sale of the 4-H Center property.

• No formal votes or decisions were recorded at this meeting
• Discussed potential opt-in to County pesticide ordinance chapter 33B
• Noted Zimmerman Park design will be reconsidered, delaying public sessions
• Proposal sent to Town Council to hire MMH consultant

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee met and approved the February 24, 2021 minutes. Mayor Baskir reported that the Town Council decided to send a pared-down 5G letter and scheduled a public hearing for April 14th on a small cell ordinance. The Committee discussed revised policies for speed hump and radar speed sign requests, also with a public hearing on April 14th, and agreed to draft resident communications about traffic safety. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was procedural and discussion-focused.

• Approved the minutes of February 24, 2021
• Noted Town Council decision to send a pared-down 5G letter to the County
• Noted public hearing scheduled for April 14th on small cell ordinance
• Discussed revised speed hump policy and new radar speed sign policy
• Noted public hearing scheduled for April 14th on speed policies
• Agreed to draft language for the Forecast/Town Crier on traffic safety context
• Decided to wait on compiling resident traffic concerns until mitigation measures are proposed

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council is holding a work session to discuss the announced sale of the National 4-H Conference Center, a revised speed hump policy, a new radar speed sign policy, and the FY22 budget. The meeting is open to the public for observation but not participation, and will end with a vote to enter closed session for a personnel matter.

• Briefing with 4-H officials on sale of National 4-H Conference Center
• Discussion of revised speed hump policy
• Discussion of new radar speed sign policy
• FY22 budget discussion
• Vote to enter closed session for personnel matter

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session with the Racial Justice Special Committee on a proposed policing initiative, then conduct two variance hearings, and discuss introducing ordinances to amend the telecommunications code and reduce the town-wide speed limit to 20 mph. The agenda also includes a special public comment period on FY22 budget priorities and a discussion on speed hump policy.

• Discussion of policing initiative with Racial Justice Special Committee
• Variance hearing: Jarvi/Schagrin, 3911 Bradley Lane, front yard fence and walls
• Variance hearing: Moore, 3901 Blackthorn Street, front yard wall and hedge
• Possible introduction of ordinance to reduce town-wide speed limit to 20 mph
• Possible introduction of ordinance to amend Chapter 26 on small cell applications

The Town Council introduced ordinances to reduce the town-wide speed limit to 20 mph and to clarify small cell application language; public hearings are set for April 14, 2021. The Council also approved front yard fence and wall variances for 3911 Bradley Lane and front yard wall and hedge variances for 3901 Blackthorn Street. It endorsed next steps for a racial justice policing initiative, including a community survey and public forums.

• Approved variances for front yard fences and walls at 3911 Bradley Lane (Jarvi/Schagrin).
• Approved variances for a front yard wall and hedge at 3901 Blackthorn Street (Moore).
• Introduced an ordinance to amend Chapter 26 (Telecommunications) to clarify small cell application language; public hearing April 14, 2021.
• Introduced an ordinance to amend Chapter 15 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic) to reduce the town-wide speed limit to 20 mph; public hearing April 14, 2021.
• Approved meeting minutes and accepted the February 2021 financial report.
• Endorsed next steps for a racial justice policing initiative, including a community survey and public forums.

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss issues and positions related to County Zoning Text Amendment 19-07 (5G/Small Cell Towers) and Thrive Montgomery 2050. The public may observe but not participate in the discussion.

• Discussion of County Zoning Text Amendment 19-07 (5G/Small Cell Towers)
• Discussion of Thrive Montgomery 2050
• Public observation allowed via Zoom, no participation

The Council agreed to introduce an ordinance at its March 2021 meeting to amend Chapter 26 of the Town Code to clarify language on small cell applications. It also agreed to ask the County to engage local governments in setting standards for small cell deployments, update regulations, and clarify review and notice processes. Councilmember Rush will draft a letter to the County's PHED Committee. The Council also agreed to hold a public forum on Missing Middle Housing and send a letter to the Montgomery County Planning Board expressing concerns about the Thrive Montgomery process.

• Agreed to introduce an ordinance at the March 2021 meeting to amend Chapter 26 (Telecommunications) of the Town Code regarding small cell applications
• Agreed to ask the County to engage local governments in establishing standards for small cell deployments in residential zones
• Agreed to ask the County to update regulations for small cell deployments
• Agreed to ask the County to identify review agencies and notice procedures for small cell applications
• Councilmember Rush agreed to draft a letter to the County's PHED Committee
• Agreed to proceed with a public forum and educational session on Missing Middle Housing
• Agreed to send a letter to the Montgomery County Planning Board expressing concerns about the Thrive Montgomery process

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive updates on ongoing initiatives, and discuss recommendations for the tree canopy. They will also review content and tips for recasting, and schedule upcoming webinars. The meeting is largely procedural and informational.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Initiative updates from leads
• Tree canopy recommendations
• Webinar schedule discussion

The Climate & Environment Committee met and discussed several ongoing initiatives, including a gas-powered leaf blower flyer, door-hangers for town homes, and a letter to landscapers. They also reviewed Canopy Tree Working Group recommendations and next steps for Town Council approval, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded. The meeting was largely procedural and planning-focused.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting
• Decided to post Healthy Lawns webinar to Listserv again
• Planned to post door-hangers at all town homes in April
• Working on letter to all Town landscapers
• Discussed Canopy Tree recommendations for Town Council working session
• Decided to use Healthy Lawns Tip of the Month for next Forecast newsletter

Community Relations Committee

The committee is reviewing the status of a warm clothing drive and a Manna fundraiser. Members are discussing the expansion of communication efforts and planning a series of community events for March and April.

• Warm clothing drive status
• Manna fundraiser and Chili cookbook
• The Great Zucchini event (March 20)
• Inaugural Town book club meeting (March 20)
• The Yard Birds of Chevy Chase (March 25)

The Community Relations Committee approved the minutes from its February 2021 meeting unanimously. The committee discussed and planned several upcoming virtual events, including a children's event, a book club, and a garden talk, and began preliminary planning for the Fourth of July celebration. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved February 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled Great Zucchini Online Event for March 20
• Scheduled Town Book Club inaugural meeting for March 20
• Scheduled Yard Birds of Chevy Chase Online Event for March 25
• Scheduled second virtual Discussion and Desserts for April 8
• Scheduled sake tasting event for April 23

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Long-Range Planning Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially take positions on several planning and policy items, including ZTA 20-07, Thrive Montgomery, development on Bethesda Avenue, and a highway bill. They will also consider whether the town should opt in or out of certain County regulations.

• ZTA 20-07
• Thrive Montgomery
• Development on Bethesda Avenue
• House Bill 562 and I-495 Managed Lanes Project
• Town opt in/out of County regulations: Chapters 5A and 54

The Long-Range Planning Committee met virtually and approved the February minutes. They discussed updates on ZTA 20-07, Thrive Montgomery, and the Bethesda Row development, but took no formal action on these items. The committee reviewed County Chapters 5A and 54, considering whether the Town should adopt them, but made no decision.

• Approved February meeting minutes
• Discussed ZTA 20-07 update; no action taken
• Received update on Thrive Montgomery; no action taken
• Discussed Bethesda Row development; no action taken
• Reviewed Chapter 5A (Arts and Humanities) for potential adoption; no decision
• Reviewed Chapter 54 (Transient Lodging) for potential adoption; no decision

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council is holding a work session to discuss two bills (HB564 and HB635) under consideration by the Maryland General Assembly. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Discussion of HB564
• Discussion of HB635

The Chevy Chase Town Council met to discuss two Maryland General Assembly bills. The Council unanimously supported an amendment to HB635 to include a flooding study in Montgomery County, and unanimously supported an amendment to HB564 to allow municipalities to implement automated traffic enforcement programs. No other decisions were made.

• Approved a motion to support an amendment to HB635 requiring a flooding study in Montgomery County (passed unanimously).
• Approved a motion to request an amendment to HB564 allowing municipalities to implement automated traffic enforcement programs (passed unanimously).

Land Use Committee

The committee will review the January meeting minutes and hear public comments. Members will also receive status updates regarding ZTA 20-7, the Canopy Tree Working Group, Town Authority, and Zimmerman Park.

• Status update on ZTA 20-7
• Status update on Canopy Tree Working Group
• Discussion regarding Zimmerman Park

The Land Use Committee discussed several items but made no formal decisions. They reviewed the County Council hearing on Zoning Text Amendment 20-07, discussed the Canopy Tree Working Group's recommendations, and considered a draft memo on the Town's building regulations. The Committee also reviewed Chapter 31c on home warranties and discussed the Zimmerman Park draft master plan, scheduling resident input sessions for May and June.

• Accepted January 28, 2021 meeting minutes with minor edits
• Discussed ZTA 20-07 hearing; no action taken
• Reviewed Canopy Tree Working Group recommendations; work session scheduled for March 10
• Discussed draft memo on Town building regulations; revised version to be prepared
• Reviewed County Chapter 31c on home warranties; no action taken
• Discussed Zimmerman Park draft master plan; resident input sessions planned for May and June

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee discussed and revised the 2018 Speed Hump Criteria, with input from traffic engineer Joe Cutro. The edited document will be circulated to all members for written approval. The committee also agreed to draft a letter to the Montgomery County Council on 5G rollout, with a draft due before March 3, 2021. No other decisions were made.

• Approved the minutes of the January 2021 meeting.
• Revised the 2018 Speed Hump Criteria; the edited document will be circulated for written approval.
• Agreed that a 5G sub-group will draft a letter to the Montgomery County Council, with a draft due before March 3, 2021.

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the findings and recommendations of the town-wide traffic study, along with an alternate analysis and recommendations from the Public Services Committee. Resident comments received to date will also be considered. No final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Town-wide traffic study findings and recommendations
• Public Services Committee alternate analysis and recommendations
• Resident comments on traffic study

The Council agreed to introduce an ordinance at the March 2021 meeting to reduce the town-wide speed limit to 20 MPH, as recommended by the traffic study and supported by the Public Services Committee. It agreed not to pursue some recommended mitigation strategies and asked the PSC and traffic engineer to consider alternatives. The Council also asked the PSC to review the speed hump policy in light of the proposed speed limit reduction. No other mitigation strategies will be adopted before a public hearing.

• Agreed to introduce 20 MPH town-wide speed ordinance at March 2021 meeting
• Agreed not to pursue some traffic study mitigation strategies
• Asked PSC and traffic engineer to consider alternative mitigation strategies
• Asked PSC to review and recommend revisions to speed hump policy

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to discuss several items, including the Zimmerman Park redevelopment project and the county's Thrive Montgomery 2050 plan and ZTA 20-07. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, the January financial report, and the Town Manager's report, which covers various staff initiatives. Public comments are scheduled.

• Zimmerman Park redevelopment discussion
• Thrive Montgomery 2050/ZTA 20-07 discussion
• Approval of January 2021 Financial Report
• Town Manager's report on traffic study, crosswalk improvements, and rebate program

The Chevy Chase Town Council held a routine meeting with no final votes on substantive items. The Council directed committees to organize community meetings for the Zimmerman Park redevelopment project and for the county's Thrive Montgomery 2050/ZTA 20-07 housing proposal. It also approved the prior meeting minutes and accepted the January 2021 financial report.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted January 2021 financial report
• Directed Land Use Committee to host community meetings on Zimmerman Park design and costs
• Directed Subcommittee on Regional Growth to host meetings on Thrive Montgomery 2050 and Missing Middle Housing
• Asked Climate and Environment Committee to prepare newsletter insert and postcard on blower regulations

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a public forum to hear residents' comments and answer questions about the town-wide traffic study. The meeting is being held via Zoom due to the pandemic. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is focused on public input.

• Public forum on the town-wide traffic study
• Residents' comments and questions on the study

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to discuss issues and positions related to Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 20-07. The agenda contains no other items, and no decisions or votes are listed.

• Discussion of Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 20-07

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive updates on ongoing initiatives, and discuss the Forecast Tip of the Month and extended producer responsibility. The agenda is largely procedural and update-focused, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Minutes approval
• Initiative updates from leads
• Discussion of Forecast Tip of the Month
• Discussion of extended producer responsibility

The meeting was largely procedural, with no formal votes or binding decisions. The committee reviewed initiative updates, discussed canopy tree recommendations, and planned content and webinar scheduling.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed canopy tree recommendations (no formal action)
• Planned webinar schedule (no formal action)

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Long-Range Planning Committee will discuss whether the Town should opt in or out of certain County regulations, review ZTA 20-07, and consider Thrive Montgomery 2050, the County's general plan. Public comment will be taken, and new business may be raised.

• Public comment period
• Town opt in/opt out of County regulations
• ZTA 20-07 discussion
• Thrive Montgomery 2050 review
• New business

The Long Range Planning Committee agreed to begin reviewing County code chapters not yet adopted by the Town, starting with Chapter 5A (Arts and Humanities) and Chapter 54 (Transient Lodging Facilities), in coordination with the Land Use Committee. The committee also received updates on ZTA 20-07 advocacy efforts and the Thrive Montgomery planning process, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved minutes from January meeting
• Agreed to review County code Chapter 5A (Arts and Humanities) and Chapter 54 (Transient Lodging Facilities) for potential adoption

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee discussed several ongoing items but made no formal decisions. They reviewed the status of County Zoning Text Amendment 20-07, heard updates from the Canopy Tree Working Group, and discussed creating a memo on the Town's regulatory authority. They also proposed a template for reviewing County code chapters and noted that Zimmerman Park concept drawings are under review.

• No formal decisions made; all items were discussions or updates
• Draft memo on Town regulatory authority to be circulated for review
• Template for reviewing County code chapters proposed; members to be assigned chapters
• Zimmerman Park concept drawings under review; grant from Maryland DNR to help fund redevelopment

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee is meeting to review and approve December meeting minutes, receive a briefing and discussion on 5G, and discuss the TOCC Cut-through Traffic Study Forum and Council Working Session. The agenda also includes public comment and new business.

• 5G briefing and discussion
• TOCC Cut-through Traffic Study Forum and Council Working Session

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a second-story addition at 7418 Ridgewood Avenue, and will also consider an ordinance to activate an emergency vote-by-mail plan for the 2021 election. Discussions will cover Zimmerman Park redevelopment, ZTA 20-07/Thrive Montgomery 2050, and noise regulations. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and the Town Manager's report.

• Variance hearing for 7418 Ridgewood Avenue: rear yard setback, side yard setback, wall plane length
• Public hearing on ordinance to activate emergency plan for 2021 Town election (vote by mail)
• Discussion of Zimmerman Park redevelopment
• Discussion of ZTA 20-07/Thrive Montgomery 2050
• Discussion of noise regulations and rebate program publicity

The Chevy Chase Town Council approved variances for 7418 Ridgewood Avenue and an ordinance activating an emergency plan for the 2021 Town Council election. The Council agreed to oppose County ZTA 20-07/Thrive Montgomery 2050 at this time and endorsed a coalition's questions. It also discussed Zimmerman Park redevelopment, noise regulation publicity, and crosswalk improvements, and endorsed a statement on the January 6 Capitol events.

• Approved variances for 7418 Ridgewood Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to activate emergency plan for 2021 Town Council election (unanimous)
• Agreed to oppose County ZTA 20-07 at this time
• Endorsed coalition questions on ZTA 20-07
• Asked Land Use Committee to review Zimmerman Park cost estimates
• Directed consulting engineer to proceed with stormwater permit application
• Asked Town Manager to explore SHA crosswalk cost-sharing
• Endorsed Mayor's statement on January 6 Capitol events (unanimous)

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee's Landscape Noise Reduction Taskforce is meeting via Zoom to discuss implementation and outreach for the Council's new measures addressing gas-powered leaf blowers. The agenda contains only this single discussion item.

• Discussion of implementation and outreach for Council measures on gas-powered leaf blowers

The Climate and Environment Committee, acting as the Landscape Noise Reduction Taskforce, met on January 12, 2021, and discussed a plan for informing Town residents about the new GPLB ban. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was limited to discussion.

• Discussed a plan to inform residents about the new GPLB ban (no action taken)

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee met to approve minutes and receive updates on ongoing initiatives. The agenda included a discussion on native planting, the Climate Pledge, and the Green the Town project. The meeting concluded with public comments and questions.

• Discussion of Native Planting topics
• Review of Climate Pledge status
• Discussion of Green the Town initiative

The Climate & Environment Committee approved previous minutes and discussed several ongoing initiatives, including recycling research, a January 21st green fair webinar, and a review of the tree ordinance. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting
• Scheduled Green Fair webinar for January 21st
• Agreed to provide monthly 'Green Tip' for newsletter by the 15th of each month
• Discussed potential initiatives: Climate Pledge, Greening the Town, EV Charging Stations, Native Planting

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Long-Range Planning Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several planning items, including Thrive Montgomery, ZTA 20-07, and whether the town should opt in or out of County regulations. Public comment is also scheduled. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Public comment period
• Discussion of Thrive Montgomery
• Discussion of ZTA 20-07
• Town opt in/opt out of County regulations

The Long Range Planning Committee approved the December minutes and discussed Thrive Montgomery and ZTA 20-07. They agreed to recommend that the Town Council express concern about the ZTA's timing and rushed process, with mixed opinions on multifamily housing but consensus that further study is needed. They also agreed to prepare a less technical Town Crier message and suggested inviting County Councilmember Jawando to meet with residents. The committee was briefed on a project to review County regulations for potential opt-in, but no decisions were made on that item.

• Approved December meeting minutes
• Agreed to recommend Council express concern about ZTA 20-07 timing and rushed process
• Agreed to prepare a less technical Town Crier message about ZTA 20-07
• Suggested inviting County Councilmember Jawando to meet with residents about ZTA 20-07