Chevy Chase public meetings in 2022

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council will hold a public hearing on a variance request from the Lambrakopoulos family to replace a chain-link fence in the front yard at 4400 Stanford Street with a less open cedar fence. The council will also discuss several development and policy items, including the Corso Chevy Chase redevelopment, Farm Women's Market parks development, ARPA fund use, Purple Line horn policy, and an East West Highway crosswalk. The meeting includes routine items like the November financial report and town manager's report.

• Variance hearing for 6-foot front yard fence at 4400 Stanford Street
• Discussion of Corso Chevy Chase redevelopment
• Discussion of Farm Women's Market parks development
• Discussion of town policy for ARPA funds
• Discussion of Purple Line horn and bell policy and East West Highway crosswalk

The Council unanimously approved a variance for a front yard fence at 4400 Stanford Street. Members also agreed to a new expenditure schedule for ARPA funds and a letter of support for the enlargement of Veteran’s Park in East Bethesda.

• Approved variance for front yard fence at 4400 Stanford Street (unanimous)
• Agreed to a schedule for the expenditure of Town ARPA funds
• Agreed to send a letter of support to East Bethesda for enlarging Veteran’s Park
• Accepted financial report

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the 5G Telecom Working Group, traffic safety at Oneness School, and the Purple Line/East-West Highway crosswalk. They will also review a draft memorandum on the TOCC Slow Down Campaign for submission to the Town Council and discuss recruitment strategies for new members.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Telecom Working Group (5G) updates
• Oneness School traffic safety updates
• Purple Line / East-West Highway Crosswalk updates
• Review of TOCC Slow Down Campaign draft PSC Memorandum

The Public Services Committee approved the minutes from November 10, 2022, and finalized a traffic safety campaign. The committee also planned a response memorandum to residents regarding traffic and parking issues near the Oneness School.

• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Modified 'Slow Down Campaign' title to 'Slow Down and Stop' and submitted request to Town Council
• Agreed to draft response memorandum to residents of Ridge, Stanford, and West regarding Oneness School traffic

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Long-Range Planning Committee will hear a presentation from Barney on the Farm Women's Market Project. This is the only item on the agenda, so the meeting is focused solely on this discussion.

• Presentation on the Farm Women's Market Project by Barney

The committee heard a presentation regarding the Farm Women’s Market Project. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Community Relations Committee

The Chevy Chase, MD Community Relations Committee is meeting virtually to approve November minutes, hear public comments, and review past and upcoming community events. They will also discuss welcome bags and potential future activities like a wine tasting or chili dinner.

• Approval of November 2022 minutes
• Public comments
• Review of October Fall Festival (postponed to 12/7)
• Upcoming December events: Theatre Night, Children's Business Fair, Holiday Sing-a-long
• Discussion of welcome bags update

The committee met virtually to discuss stormwater issues and regulations. No substantive decisions or vote outcomes were recorded in the provided minutes.

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee discussed potential modifications to the Town's water drainage ordinance, focusing on stormwater issues on private property, climate change impacts, and alignment with County regulations. They also reviewed a proposed townhouse development at 4500 Walsh St. The meeting was primarily informational, with no formal decisions made.

• Review of Town water drainage ordinance for stormwater management on private property
• Discussion of aligning Town stormwater regulations with County regulations
• Proposed townhouse development at 4500 Walsh St. under standard method
• Comparison of Town and County ADU stormwater requirements (700 sq ft threshold vs. County drywell requirement)
• Variance statistics: about 25% of stormwater plans need variances

The Committee discussed potential modifications to the Town's water drainage ordinance to better align with County regulations and address climate change. No changes to the ordinance were decided; members were asked to continue reviewing the regulations. The Committee approved the November meeting minutes.

• Approved November meeting minutes

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate & Environment Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear a forecast tip for February 2023, and discuss priorities and transition planning. The meeting is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Call to order and minutes approval
• Forecast tip for February 2023
• Priorities and transition planning discussion
• Reminders, comments, and questions

The committee discussed transition planning due to a member's departure and the process for posting a Rosemary Garden proposal to the Town website. No formal votes were recorded.

• Agreed to continue transition planning and priorities discussion on January 5
• Agreed to have Town Staff review the Rosemary Garden proposal before posting to the Town website
• Added Rosemary Garden topic to the January 18 Town Council meeting
• Alice Horowitz agreed to draft a home cleaning tip for the January Forecast

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee is meeting to discuss several ongoing items, including feedback from the Town Council on a proposed 5G ordinance, the status of a traffic assessment for the Oneness School area, and a draft memorandum on a slow-down campaign. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and recruiting new members.

• Review of feedback on proposed 5G ordinance from Nov 9 Town Council meeting
• Status update on Oneness School area traffic assessment
• Draft PSC memorandum on TOCC Slow Down Campaign
• Recruitment strategies for new committee members

The committee reviewed the Town Speed Hump Policy and recommended no changes. Members discussed traffic and parking concerns at Oneness School and Chevy Chase Elementary. The committee will modify a memorandum on resident driving safety for a December meeting.

• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reaffirmed existing Town Speed Hump Policy with no recommended changes

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council is meeting to hold public hearings on an ordinance amending the town's telecommunications law and on a speed hump request for the 3900 block of Blackthorn Street. The council will also hear a variance request for a property on Elm Street and discuss several items including the Corso Chevy Chase redevelopment and the Farm Women's Market parks development. The agenda includes routine reports and public comments.

• Public hearing on ordinance to amend Chapter 26 (telecommunications) with changes including reducing allowable equipment size from 28 to 12 cubic feet and requiring removal of replaced poles within 180 days
• Public hearing on speed hump request for the 3900 block of Blackthorn Street
• Variance hearing for Horowitz, 4305 Elm Street, regarding wall plane height
• Council discussion on Corso Chevy Chase redevelopment
• Council discussion on Farm Women's Market parks development

The Council unanimously adopted a modified ordinance amending the Town’s Telecommunications law and approved a speed hump request for Blackthorn Street. A variance for wall height at 4305 Elm Street and rules for Public Information Act requests were also approved. The Council discussed the rezoning application for 7100 Connecticut Avenue and the Farm Women’s Market parks project.

• Adopted modified ordinance to amend Telecommunications law (unanimous)
• Approved speed hump request for 3900 block of Blackthorn Street (unanimous)
• Approved variance for rear wall plane height at 4305 Elm Street (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to adopt Maryland Public Information Act request rules (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report

Land Use Committee

The committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss stormwater issues and regulations. The agenda also includes public comment and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Public comment period
• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Discussion of stormwater issues and regulations

Climate & Environment Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the Chevy Chase Climate & Environment Committee meeting. The committee will approve minutes, discuss key topics and events, review forecasts and communication schedules, and take comments and questions. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Minutes approval
• Key topics and events discussion
• Forecast and communications schedules

The committee approved the prior month's meeting minutes. Members discussed stormwater management planning, the Rosemary Garden project, and potential solar carport installations at Lawton Center. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved prior month meeting minutes

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee is meeting to approve October minutes, hear public comments, and review past events. They will discuss upcoming November and December activities, including clothing and gift drives, a family movie night, a book club, a petting zoo, and holiday events. Possible future events are also on the agenda.

• Fall Festival postponed to December 7
• Winter Clothing Drive begins November 1
• Holiday Gift Drive begins November 1
• Family Movie Night (Luca) on November 11
• Children's Business Fair on December 11

The committee approved the October meeting minutes. Members discussed stormwater ordinances in neighboring jurisdictions and identified conflicts between Town and County regulations regarding permeable surfaces and drainage systems. The committee will develop questions for Town staff to evaluate potential regulatory changes.

• Approved October meeting minutes

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Long-Range Planning Committee will discuss the Thrive Montgomery 2050 plan, including a County Council racial equity and social justice report and upcoming council work sessions. The committee will also address the Farm Women's Market. The next meeting is scheduled for November 17th.

• Review of County Council Racial Equity Social Justice Report
• Upcoming County Council work sessions on Thrive Montgomery 2050, including chapters on economic development, environment, housing, and transportation
• Discussion of Farm Women's Market

The Long-Range Planning Committee discussed the upcoming turnover of the Montgomery County Planning Board, with a new permanent chair likely requiring a national search after the council is seated in December. The Committee also reviewed the timeline for the Farm Women's Market project, including a packet due to the council by October 25, a hearing on November 15, and a vote before Thanksgiving, with a concept plan to follow. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in these minutes.

• No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was primarily discussion-based.

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the town's public ethics law to comply with 2021 state law changes. The council will also discuss the Corso Chevy Chase redevelopment, Farm Women's Market parks development, the Purple Line, and a possible ordinance to amend the town's telecommunications law. The meeting includes routine items like the September financial report and the town manager's report.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 22-04 to amend the Public Ethics Law, effective 11/11/22
• Discussion of Corso Chevy Chase redevelopment
• Discussion of Farm Women's Market parks development
• Discussion of Purple Line
• Discussion and possible introduction of an ordinance to amend the Telecommunications Law

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and plan upcoming community events, including the Fall Festival, Octoberfest, and a Children's Business Fair. They will also discuss improvements to event publicity, volunteer needs, and a policy on outside sponsors or vendors.

• Fall Festival on Saturday, October 15, 12-3 pm
• Octoberfest on Sunday, October 23
• Children's Business Fair on Sunday, December 11
• Discussion on policy for outside sponsors/vendors
• Welcome bags coordination with Wicca

The committee discussed upcoming events including a Fall Festival on Oct 15 with food trucks, fire trucks, and an art show, and reviewed July 4 logistics such as tent storage and food tent regulations. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussion and planning.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting
• Discussed July 4 event: need to purchase tents for future events, coordinate with Town Office on storage
• Planned Fall Festival for Oct 15 with rain plan, food trucks, fire trucks, and art show
• Explored potential events: Great Zucchini, petting zoo, Oktoberfest, playground playdates, discussion & desserts, tea party, movie night
• Adjourned at 7:00 PM

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee met to review the Town's stormwater regulations and discuss potential revisions. No formal decisions were made; the committee identified topics for future exploration, including updating storm event measures, adjusting the 700 sq ft trigger, and surveying residents. The committee will continue meeting on Zoom.

• Reviewed current Town stormwater regulations and compliance guide
• Discussed potential changes to storm event measures (3-month/10-year) to align with County standards
• Identified need to address maintenance of stormwater plans in perpetuity and annual inspections
• Agreed to continue meetings on Zoom for now

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss key topics and events, review forecast and communication schedules, and take comments and questions. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Call to order and minutes approval
• Discussion of key topics and events
• Review of forecast and communications schedules
• Reminders, comments, and questions

The Climate & Environment Committee reviewed FY23 initiatives, approved prior minutes, and discussed several ongoing projects. Key topics included a potential gas-powered leaf blower ban, updates on the Rosemary Garden proposal, stormwater management projects, and plans for the Fall Town Festival and Trash & Treasures events. No formal votes or binding decisions were taken; discussions were procedural and informational.

• Approved prior month meeting minutes
• Scheduled circle-the-wagons meeting for early October on stormwater and ARPA funds
• Planned in-person meeting with neighbors for Rosemary Garden proposal
• Set Fall Town Festival table staffing and materials preparation
• Confirmed Trash & Treasures and Lightbulb Exchange logistics
• Delegated Household Hazardous Waste and Lightbulb Exchange to Town staff
• Agreed to explore cool pavement pilot project

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will review a 5G sub-committee report on enforcement criteria, code amendments, and decision paths. They will also discuss and set priorities for the coming year, including traffic safety, pedestrian safety, and partnerships. The meeting includes approval of July minutes and recruitment strategies.

• Review of 5G ordinance enforcement criteria and code amendments
• Engage with State Highway Administration on Connecticut Avenue Needs Analysis and East-West Highway Crosswalk
• Continue implementing Traffic Study recommendations (speed radar signs, pedestrian safety, cut-through traffic)
• Pedestrian safety initiatives (print campaign, Town Crier emphasis, lawn signs)
• Relations with local safety organizations (fire, ambulance, police)

The Public Services Committee approved July 2022 meeting minutes and discussed a proposed ordinance on 5G equipment installation, developed by the Telecommunications Working Group with legal counsel, which was forwarded to the Town Council. The committee also reviewed safety updates on the East-West Highway Crosswalk and agreed to discuss parking on Thornapple and Woodside Place at the next meeting.

• Approved July 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded proposed 5G equipment installation ordinance to Town Council
• Agreed to discuss parking on Thornapple and Woodside Place at next meeting

Town Council

The Town Council will hold discussions on several items, including the Corso Chevy Chase redevelopment's proposed binding elements, parks development at Farm Women's Market, Coquelin Run improvements, and possible introduction of an ordinance amending the public ethics law. They will also consider amendments to the telecommunications ordinance and the Mayors' Compact to Combat Hate and Extremism. The meeting includes a financial report, town manager's report, and public comments.

• Corso Chevy Chase redevelopment – proposed binding elements
• Farm Women's Market parks development
• Coquelin Run improvements
• Possible introduction of ordinance to amend public ethics law
• Amendments to telecommunications ordinance

The Council agreed to finalize proposed binding elements for the Corso Chevy Chase redevelopment at 7100 Connecticut Avenue and submit them to the Planning Department and developer. They also agreed to proceed with Coquelin Run stream stabilization using ARPA funds, introduced an ordinance to amend the Public Ethics Law, and discussed but did not adopt the Mayors' Compact to Combat Hate and Extremism.

• Agreed to finalize binding elements for 7100 Connecticut Ave redevelopment and submit to Planning Department and developer
• Agreed to proceed with Coquelin Run stream stabilization using ARPA funds
• Introduced ordinance to amend Public Ethics Law; public hearing set for October
• Agreed to introduce Telecommunications ordinance amendments in October for small cell deployments
• Withdrew proposal to adopt Mayors' Compact to Combat Hate and Extremism; will explore county-level support
• Accepted financial report
• Requested Councilmember Lane to follow up on supporting Chevy Chase at Home

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Long-Range Planning Committee will discuss the Thrive Montgomery 2050 plan, including a County Council Racial Equity Social Justice report and upcoming council work sessions. They will also address the Farm Women's Market. The next meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2022.

• Review of County Council Racial Equity Social Justice Report
• Upcoming County Council work sessions on Thrive Montgomery 2050
• Discussion of Farm Women's Market

The committee discussed the Farm Women's Market project, including condo association structure for Lot 24, land transfers for Lot 10, and a $18M+ financing plan for a garage with contributions from density payments, a gift, and the county. Parks will be funded by the Parks Department and TOCC, with a charette process planned for late fall. The committee also considered whether to sign the Thrive Montgomery plan and discussed a stormwater drainage study and impervious surface analysis.

• Discussed condo association structure for Lot 24 with 4 ownership units
• Discussed land transfer agreement for Lot 10 upon completion of new parking spaces
• Discussed $18M+ garage financing: $7M from density, $1M gift, $9.25M from County
• Discussed park financing: $2.5M Parks money, $2.5M state grant, $4.5M TOCC, $1M state grant
• Discussed timing for County Council approval before December 1
• Discussed charette process for park design in late fall
• Discussed whether to sign the Thrive Montgomery plan
• Discussed stormwater drainage study and pervious vs. impervious surface analysis

Town Council

The Town Council is hosting a Town Forum to receive resident feedback on the proposed Corso Chevy Chase development. The forum will be held in person at Town Hall and via Zoom. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for public input only.

• Town Forum on proposed Corso Chevy Chase development
• In-person at Town Hall and via Zoom
• Public feedback session, no votes or decisions listed

The Town Council held a Town Forum to receive resident feedback on the proposed Corso Chevy Chase development. No decisions were made; the meeting was solely for public input.

• No decisions were made; the meeting was a forum for resident feedback only.

Town Council

The Town Council is hosting a 'Walkinar' on September 10 at 10 a.m. (rain date September 11 at 1 p.m.) at the Corso property for residents to learn about development plans and ask questions of developers. The focus is on forest conservation easements and the proposed storm water management system. County Planning Department representatives will also attend. The walk starts at the north side of the property along Thornapple Street and proceeds through the west and south sides.

• Walkinar of Corso property on September 10 at 10 a.m. with rain date September 11 at 1 p.m.
• Focus on forest conservation easements and storm water management system
• County Planning Department representatives attending
• Event starts at north side of Corso property along Thornapple Street

The Town Council hosted a 'Walkinar' of the Corso property to inform residents about development plans and allow them to ask questions of developers. County Planning Department representatives also attended. No formal decisions were made; the event was informational.

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a work session to discuss the redevelopment of 7100 Connecticut Avenue, focusing on the proposed buildings' heights and massing. They will also review a list of 'Binding Elements' the Town plans to propose as conditions for County approval of the developer's rezoning application. This is a discussion session, not a final decision meeting.

• Discussion of redevelopment at 7100 Connecticut Avenue
• Review of proposed building heights and massing
• List of 'Binding Elements' to propose for County approval of rezoning application

The Town Council held a work session to discuss the redevelopment of 7100 Connecticut Avenue, including building heights, massing, and proposed binding elements for County rezoning approval. No votes or decisions were taken.

• Discussed building heights and massing for the 7100 Connecticut Avenue redevelopment
• Discussed a list of binding elements to propose as conditions for County rezoning approval

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property is meeting to receive updates on the 4-H community, including from the Town Council, committee members, and Savills/Legal. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, public comments, and a possible move to closed session. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 28, 2022
• Public comments period
• 4-H community update from TOCC/Council, committee members, and Savills/Legal
• Possible move to closed session

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property met via Zoom and approved the June 28, 2022 minutes unanimously. No residents attended to offer comments. Mayor Rush reported that the developer's additional views/perspectives requested by the Town Council will not be ready until next week. The committee then closed the meeting for legal discussion and adjourned, with the next meeting to be scheduled once the views are received.

• Approved June 28, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed meeting for legal discussion under Maryland Open Meetings Act

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council will hold public hearings on increasing funding for the Farm Women's Market parks development project by $500,000 (to $4.5 million total) and on reinstating the Rainscapes rebate program. The council will also discuss the Zimmerman Park redevelopment, the 7100 Connecticut Avenue redevelopment, and the Purple Line project, and will hold variance hearings for two residential properties.

• Public hearing on additional $500,000 appropriation for Farm Women's Market Parks Development Project (total $4.5M)
• Public hearing on reinstating Rainscapes Rebate and Technical Assistance Program (County rebates up to $7,500)
• Variance hearing: Walk, 7208 Oakridge Avenue - side setback (2.1 ft) and front porch stairs (3.3 ft)
• Variance hearing: Bogard, 4137 Woodbine Street - driveway width, retaining wall height, front yard guardrail
• Discussion on Zimmerman Park redevelopment including potential removal of four trees

The Town Council held public hearings and voted unanimously to approve a supplemental appropriation of $100,000 for a RainScapes rebate program, funded by ARPA money, and to offer a supplemental rebate of up to 50% of the County rebate, capped at 85% of project costs. The Council also voted unanimously to approve a resolution authorizing a $4.5 million appropriation for the Farm Women's Market parks development project, increasing the Town's commitment from $4 million, and discussed a revised County Letter of Intent with increased County funding from $7.75 million to $9.25 million. Two variance requests were approved unanimously, and the Council discussed the 7100 Connecticut Avenue redevelopment, Zimmerman Park plans, and Purple Line commitments.

• Approved $100,000 supplemental appropriation for RainScapes program (unanimous)
• Approved supplemental rebate up to 50% of County rebate, capped at 85% of project cost (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing $4.5M appropriation for Farm Women's Market parks project (unanimous)
• Approved variances for side yard and front yard setback at 7208 Oakridge Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved variances for driveway width, front yard retaining wall, and front yard guardrail at 4137 Woodbine Street (unanimous)
• Agreed to remove and relocate trees at Zimmerman Park for drainage and safety
• Agreed to maintain sidewalk location at Zimmerman Park as previously approved

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee is holding a regular meeting with agenda items including approval of minutes, discussion of key topics and events, forecast and communications schedules, and public comments. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Call to order and minutes approval
• Discussion of key topics and events
• Forecast and communications schedules
• Reminders, comments, and questions

The Climate & Environment Committee discussed several initiatives but made no formal decisions. They will craft a response to a resident opposing changes to Rosemary Triangle and gather more details for a Town Council work session. The committee also planned outreach for upcoming events and discussed stormwater management updates.

• Craft response to resident opposing Rosemary Triangle changes
• Meet with Tolbert Feather and Edamarie Mattei to develop Rosemary Garden proposal
• Joy to discuss stormwater management next steps with Todd
• Plan outreach for July 16 HHW dropoff and July 23 light bulb exchange
• Sheila to contact Betsy Hague about Cool Blocks program
• Dan to find County contact for Freight Farms initiative

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The 4-H Property Special Committee met via Zoom and unanimously approved the minutes from June 6, 2022. Members and residents discussed recent materials from the developer, but no formal decisions were made. The committee then closed the meeting for legal discussions under Maryland law. The next meeting is scheduled for July 19, 2022.

• Approved June 6, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed meeting for legal discussion under Maryland Open Meetings Act

Town Council

The Town Council voted unanimously to increase its financial commitment to the Farm Women's Market parks development project from $4 million to $4.5 million, subject to a public hearing on July 21. The additional funds come with conditions, including that state funds be spent on both parks, the Town's contribution fully funds the Lot 10 park, and the County assumes responsibility for sourcing other contributions. The Council also agreed to substantive revisions to the Letter of Intent, which will be negotiated among parties.

• Appropriated additional $500,000 to parks project (unanimous)
• Set conditions for additional funding, including state funds for both parks
• Required County to assume responsibility for $1,475,000 in other contributions
• Agreed to substantive revisions to the Letter of Intent for negotiation

Land Use Committee

The committee will review updates regarding the Farm Women’s Market project, Thrive Montgomery, and attainable housing. The meeting also includes discussions on 4405 East-West Highway and a residential development capacity analysis.

• Farm Women’s Market project update
• Thrive Montgomery update
• Attainable housing update
• Review of 4405 East-West Highway
• ZTA 22-02

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss key topics and events, review forecast and communication schedules, and take comments. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Call to order and minutes approval
• Discussion of key topics and events
• Forecast and communications schedules
• Reminders, comments, and questions

The Climate & Environment Committee approved last month's minutes and discussed several initiatives. They agreed to meet with Tolbert to add more detail to the Rosemary Garden proposal, including costs and project types, before a Council work session. The Town is advancing stormwater management projects, including new drain inlets and a revamped Rainscapes program with a July 13 public hearing. The committee also discussed responding to Corso about information sharing and sought volunteers for upcoming events.

• Approved May meeting minutes
• Agreed to meet with Tolbert to refine Rosemary Garden proposal
• Scheduled discussion and public hearing on Rainscapes program for July 13
• Town to write response letter to Corso regarding information sharing
• Sought volunteer to lead July 4 picnic tabling
• Sought 2-3 volunteers for July 16 HHW dropoff event
• Dan to work with Todd on interim light bulb exchange date

Town Council

The Town Council will first vote to enter a closed session to discuss staffing, then hold a public hearing on a variance request for a driveway expansion and retaining wall at 4216 Oakridge Lane. The council will also discuss the 7100 Connecticut Avenue redevelopment, Farm Women's Market parks project, stormwater management, and PEPCO streetlight tariff.

• Variance hearing for Intrater, 4216 Oakridge Lane: driveway width up to 12 feet (limit 10) and retaining wall height up to 67 inches (limit 30)
• Closed session vote to discuss employee staffing needs and plans
• Discussion of 7100 Connecticut Avenue redevelopment
• Discussion of Farm Women's Market parks project
• Discussion of stormwater management and green infrastructure projects

The Town Council voted 4-1 to approve variances for driveway width and front yard retaining wall height at 4216 Oakridge Lane, with conditions requiring the Town arborist to oversee demolition and stop work if tree roots are at risk. The Council also discussed the 4-H property redevelopment, Farm Women's Market parks project, and stormwater projects, agreeing to request more information or hold hearings on several items. No final decisions were made on these discussions.

• Approved variances for driveway width and retaining wall height at 4216 Oakridge Lane (4-1, Lane opposed)
• Agreed to request additional information from developers on 4-H property redevelopment
• Agreed to hold public hearing in July on reviving Rainscapes rebate program
• Agreed to accept County offer for Thornapple Street stormwater inlets
• Agreed to engage consulting engineer for green infrastructure feasibility study
• Agreed to send letter to Maryland Public Services Commission on PEPCO streetlight tariff
• Agreed to send letter to MTA and Purple Line partnership on past agreements

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The committee will receive community updates regarding the 4-H property, including comments from residents and perspectives on commercial impacts. The agenda also includes an update on Savills and next steps for the Town of Chevy Chase Council.

• 4H Community Update
• Savills update regarding TOCC next moves
• Review of Council updates

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting via Zoom to hear developers present an updated concept plan for redevelopment of the former 4-H property at 7100 Connecticut Avenue. This is a presentation and discussion item, not a final decision.

• Updated concept plan for redevelopment of former 4-H property at 7100 Connecticut Avenue

The Town Council meeting on June 2, 2022, was held via Zoom with all councilmembers present. The developers of 7100 Connecticut Avenue presented an updated concept plan for redevelopment of the former 4-H property and responded to questions from the council and residents. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss upcoming community events. They will review May events, plan June activities including a blood drive, and coordinate the July 4th picnic and parade, including permits, vendors, and volunteers. The committee also discusses future event ideas and notes that a new committee will be formed.

• Approval of May 2022 minutes
• June 29 Blood Drive, 10 am – 3 pm
• July 4 Picnic and Parade, 11:45 am to 1:30 pm
• Contact A Wider Circle to hire people for July 4th
• Possible September events: Great Zucchini, band concert with food trucks, pie/dessert contest

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee is meeting to receive an update on the Telecommunication Working Group's activities and to discuss the committee's future work with a new Council liaison. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Update on Telecommunication Working Group activities
• Discussion of future committee activities with new Council liaison

The Public Services Committee reviewed a draft ordinance, ARTICLE 1. SMALL WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES, prepared by R. Bolt after consultation with the Town's telecommunications attorney. Committee members will provide comments, and a revised document will go to the Town Council for a work session after May 11, with final approval required by the Council. No formal decisions were made; the meeting also included discussions on resident engagement and future topics like streets in the former 4H Center and Connecticut Avenue traffic.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Reviewed draft small wireless telecommunications facilities ordinance for comment

Town Council

The Council will swear in newly elected members and elect Council Officers and Committee Liaisons. The meeting also includes a review of the April 2022 Financial Report.

• Swearing-in of Newly Elected Council Members
• Election of Council Officers & Committee Liaisons
• April 2022 Financial Report
• Stormwater Management and Environmental Infrastructure Projects discussion
• Adoption of Amended Procedures Governing Maryland Public Information Act Requests

The Town Council appointed new officers and liaisons, adopted amended MPIA procedures, and agreed to focus ARPA funds on four stormwater/environmental projects. The Council also voted to discontinue the mass print version of the Forecast newsletter after July 2022, while still providing print copies on request.

• Appointed Barney Rush as Mayor, Joel Rubin as Vice Mayor, Irene Lane as Treasurer, Rich Brancato as Secretary, Joy White as Community Liaison (unanimous)
• Appointed committee liaisons for Climate, Community Relations, Land Use, Long Range Planning, Public Services, and 4-H (unanimous)
• Adopted amended procedures for Maryland Public Information Act requests (unanimous)
• Agreed to focus ARPA funds on four stormwater/environmental projects: Coquelin Run, Rosemary Triangle, private property reimbursement, Thornapple Street drainage
• Agreed to discontinue mass print version of Forecast newsletter after July 2022, with print copies available on request

Climate & Environment Committee

This is a routine meeting of the Climate and Environment Committee with no specific decisions or proposals listed. The agenda covers approval of minutes, discussion of key topics and events, scheduling forecasts, and general comments.

• Minutes approval
• Key topics and events discussion
• Forecast and communications schedules
• Reminders, comments, and questions

The Climate & Environment Committee approved last month's minutes and discussed multiple initiatives. The proposed changes to the Canopy Tree Maintenance Program, including adding certain chemical treatments, were recommended to Town Council and will be implemented. Other items discussed include a design RFP for Rosemary Garden, an interim dropoff event for light bulbs and paint, and updates on green infrastructure and a potential community garden.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Recommended Canopy Tree Maintenance Program changes to Town Council (including chemical treatments)
• Discussed converting Rosemary Garden paper into a design RFP
• Discussed scheduling interim dropoff event for light bulb exchange and paint before Fall Trash & Treasures

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee is meeting to approve April minutes, hear public comments, and review past events. The main business is planning upcoming community events, including the May Derby Party, a Play Date in the Park, and the July 4 Celebration, which requires permits and volunteer coordination.

• July 4 Celebration: permits needed, parade, arts and crafts, name tags, possible raffle and fire truck
• May 7 Derby Party: menu, winner predictions, set-up/clean-up volunteers, RSVP status
• May 14 Play Date in the Park
• June 6 Book Group: These Precious Days by Ann Patchet
• Possible animal program, blood drive, and September band concert with food trucks discussed

Town Council

The Chevy Chase Town Council is holding its annual meeting, which includes a State of the Town address, a presentation of the FY23 budget, a public hearing on the budget and tax rates, and a discussion and possible adoption of the budget and tax rates. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Public hearing on FY23 budget and tax rates
• Discussion and possible adoption of FY23 budget and tax rates
• FY23 budget presentation by Councilmember & Treasurer Joy White

The Town Council held a public hearing on the proposed FY23 budget and tax rates, then voted unanimously to adopt the budget ordinance. The meeting also included a review of the Town's accomplishments and recognition of a departing councilmember.

• Adopted FY23 budget ordinance unanimously
• Held public hearing on FY23 budget and tax rates

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Land Use and Long Range Planning Committees are meeting virtually to review the 7126 Wisconsin Ave project, receive updates on Thrive Montgomery and the Farm Women's Market project, and handle routine business like public comment and approval of minutes.

• Background and presentation on 7126 Wisconsin Ave project
• Update on Thrive Montgomery
• Update on Farm Women's Market project
• Approval of April minutes
• Farewell to Ellen

The joint committees heard a presentation from Foulger-Pratt on the revised 7126 Wisconsin Ave. development, which now includes 335 apartments, 15% MPDUs, and a 225-foot height contingent on a substantial contribution to the Farm Women's Market redevelopment. No formal decisions were made; the only action was approving the April meeting minutes. Updates were provided on the Farm Women's Market project, including a $40 million total cost and a $13.5 million county funding request.

• Approved April meeting minutes as circulated
• Heard Foulger-Pratt presentation on revised 7126 Wisconsin Ave. project (no vote)
• Noted Foulger-Pratt will pay ~$3.4 million in lieu of PIP for FWM redevelopment (reported)
• Discussed Farm Women's Market funding: $40M total, $13.5M county ask (reported)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use and Long Range Planning Committees are meeting virtually to discuss several development projects. They will hear a background and presentation on the 7126 Wisconsin Ave. project, receive updates on Thrive Montgomery and the Farm Women's Market project, and handle routine items like public comment and minutes approval.

• Background and presentation on 7126 Wisconsin Ave. project
• Update on Thrive Montgomery
• Update on Farm Women's Market project
• Approval of April minutes
• Farewell to Ellen

The joint Land Use and Long Range Planning Committees heard a presentation from Foulger-Pratt on the revised 7126 Wisconsin Ave. project, which now includes 335 apartments (down from 363), 15% MPDUs, and a 225-foot height contingent on a substantial contribution to the Farm Women's Market redevelopment. The committees also received updates on the Farm Women's Market project, including a $40 million total cost estimate and a $13.5 million funding shortfall being requested from the County. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with only the April minutes approved.

• Approved April meeting minutes as circulated (moved by Tom Collins, seconded, passed)
• Heard Foulger-Pratt presentation on revised 7126 Wisconsin Ave. project; no action taken
• Received Farm Women's Market update; no action taken
• Discussed Thrive Montgomery 2050 timeline; no action taken
• Noted ZTA 22-02 on bio-health facilities; no action taken

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will receive updates on telecommunications and public relations efforts. The committee is also scheduled to discuss future activities regarding the 4-H Redevelopment and town-owned street lighting.

• Update on Telecommunication Working Group activities
• Discussion of 4-H Redevelopment
• Discussion of Town owned street lighting

The Public Services Committee reviewed a draft ordinance on small wireless telecommunications facilities, prepared by R. Bolt after consultation with the Town's telecommunications attorney. Committee members will provide comments, and a revised document will go to the Town Council for a work session after May 11, with final approval requiring Council action. No formal decisions were made; the meeting also included discussions on resident engagement and future topics like streets in the former 4H Center and traffic concerns.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Reviewed draft small wireless telecommunications facilities ordinance (no vote)
• Scheduled comments on draft to be sent to R. Bolt
• Anticipated Council work session after May 11 for revised document

Town Council

The Town Council will vote to enter a closed session for legal advice, then hold a public hearing on a variance request for a front-yard fence at 4426 Ridge Street. They will also discuss a resident survey on the East-West Highway/Maple Avenue crosswalk safety, the Farm Women's Market parks project, and the American Rescue Plan Act. The Council will consider introducing an ordinance to adopt the FY23 budget and tax rates.

• Variance hearing for fence at 4426 Ridge Street (continuation from March 9)
• Discussion of crosswalk safety survey at East-West Highway and Maple Avenue
• Discussion and possible introduction of FY23 budget and tax rates ordinance
• Closed session to consult with counsel on land use and planning matters
• Discussion of Farm Women's Market Parks Creation Project

The Town Council voted 4-1 to approve a variance for a front-yard fence at 4426 Ridge Street, requiring the fence be placed only on the applicant's property and not in the right-of-way. The Council also voted unanimously to take the standard allowance for ARPA funds and to introduce an ordinance adopting the FY23 budget and tax rates. Discussions included the Farm Women's Market parks project and crosswalk safety improvements.

• Approved variance for fence at 4426 Ridge Street with condition it be on applicant's property only (4-1)
• Voted 3-2 to require fence be located only on applicant's property, not in right-of-way
• Voted unanimously to take standard allowance for ARPA funds
• Voted unanimously to introduce ordinance adopting FY23 budget and tax rates
• Agreed to join County in engaging State Highway Administration for crosswalk safety at East West Highway and Maple Avenue

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to conclude the Town's response regarding the initial concept plan for the redevelopment of 7100 Connecticut Avenue.

• Finalizing response to 7100 Connecticut Avenue redevelopment concept plan

The Town Council held a work session forum to receive resident feedback on the proposed response to the initial concept plan for redevelopment of 7100 Connecticut Avenue. No formal decisions were made; the session was solely for gathering input.

• Held resident feedback forum on 7100 Connecticut Ave redevelopment response (no vote)

Climate & Environment Committee

This is a routine meeting of the Climate and Environment Committee with no specific decisions or proposals listed. The agenda covers approval of minutes, discussion of key topics and events, forecast and communication schedules, and time for reminders and questions.

• Minutes approval
• Discussion of key topics and events
• Forecast and communications schedules
• Reminders, comments, and questions

The Climate & Environment Committee approved last month's minutes and discussed several initiatives. Members agreed to submit the Rosemary Garden concept paper to Town Council/Town Staff for conversion into a design RFP after final edits. They also planned upcoming events, including an organic gardening event and a Spring Fair table, and continued work on a recommendation to green town operations.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Agreed to submit Rosemary Garden concept paper to Town Council/Town Staff for design RFP
• Deferred plant sale and EV demos at Spring Fair to future events
• Assigned tasks for Spring Fair table materials and outreach

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The committee will receive community updates regarding the 4-H property, including observations from Atlanta and commercial perspectives. The agenda also includes an update on Savills and next steps for the Town of Chevy Chase Council.

• 4H Community Update
• Savills Update

The committee discussed the Galerie Living Buckhead development, with member Rod Henderer reporting on a site visit. Members reviewed a resident survey and planned a work session to draft a letter to developers. No formal decisions were made; the next meeting is set for April 21, 2022.

• Scheduled next meeting for April 21, 2022 at 5:00pm
• Planned work session to formulate letter to developers

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee is reviewing plans for the April 24 Spring Fest and discussing potential future programs. The meeting includes brainstorming for May and July events, as well as evaluating past community service activities.

• April 24 Cherry Blossom themed Spring Fest planning
• April 25 Book Club: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
• Discussion of potential May 12 program on the book DISRUPTION
• Planning for July 4 Celebration permits
• Review of March tree program and coffee meet-up feedback

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a public forum to receive resident feedback on the Town's proposed response to the initial concept plan for redevelopment of 7100 Connecticut Avenue. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is solely for gathering community input.

• Public forum on proposed response to initial concept plan for 7100 Connecticut Avenue redevelopment

The Town Council held a forum to receive resident feedback on the Town's proposed response to the initial concept plan for redevelopment of 7100 Connecticut Avenue. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was solely for gathering input.

• Held resident feedback forum on 7100 Connecticut Ave redevelopment (no vote)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY23 budget. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Discussion of proposed FY23 budget

The Town Council held a work session to discuss the proposed FY23 budget. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only.

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Town of Chevy Chase's 4-H Property Committee is meeting to discuss the future of the 4-H property, including a letter from the Council to Galerie/C3, resident communications, and a commercial perspective. They will also review an action tracker and receive an update from Savills on the town's next moves. The meeting may move to closed session if necessary.

• Letter from Council to Galerie/C3
• Resident communications to the Council
• Commercial perspective on the property
• Savills update on next moves
• Action tracker review

The committee discussed the Town's March 16 letter to the developer and noted that many residents had not seen the survey. They suggested sending a separate, stand-alone survey email to all residents and requested a summary of resident communications. The committee also heard highlights from the developer's meetings with Thornapple residents and went into closed session to discuss legal matters. No formal decisions were made; the next meeting is scheduled for April 6, 2022.

• Suggested sending a separate survey email to all residents
• Requested a summary of resident communications received by the Town
• Went into closed session to discuss legal matters

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Telecommunication Working Group's activities and to discuss public relations suggestions for the committee. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with resident comments and standard meeting formalities.

• Update on Telecommunication Working Group activities
• Discussion of PR suggestions for the Committee

Climate & Environment Committee

The committee will hold a meeting to review minutes, discuss key topics and events, and review communications schedules. No specific policy decisions or projects are listed on the agenda.

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session regarding the 4-H property redevelopment concept plan. The meeting also includes a variance hearing for a proposed picket fence at 4426 Ridge Street.

• Variance hearing: 42-inch picket fence at 4426 Ridge Street
• Work session on 4-H redevelopment concept plan
• Discussion of Zimmerman Park Redevelopment Plan
• Discussion of East West Highway/Maple Avenue crosswalk
• Public comment period on FY23 Budget Priorities

The Town Council voted unanimously to approve the final redevelopment plan for Zimmerman Park, allowing the landscape architect to proceed with design and permitting. The Council also continued a variance request for a front yard fence at 4426 Ridge Street, agreed to issue warnings before fines for landscaping noise violations, and decided to survey residents about the East West Highway crosswalk signalization.

• Approved final redevelopment plan for Zimmerman Park (unanimous)
• Continued variance request for front yard fence at 4426 Ridge Street
• Agreed to issue warnings for first two landscaping noise offenses, fines from $200 for third
• Agreed to report landscaping companies to BBB after third noise violation
• Agreed to survey residents about crosswalk signalization on East West Highway at Maple Avenue
• Agreed to request advance notice from property owners for 4-H redevelopment application
• Agreed to submit questions to 4-H property owners and host community forum

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, receive a Farm Women's Market update, and provide feedback on the 4-H Concept Plan. They will also consider strengthening stormwater management regulations and whether to return to in-person meetings. The agenda includes public comment and approval of the February minutes.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery
• Update on Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative
• Farm Women's Market update
• Feedback on 4-H Concept Plan
• Strengthening stormwater management regulations

The committee discussed the County Council's decision to hire a consultant for a Racial Equity and Social Justice assessment of Thrive 2050 after the Office of Legislative Oversight found insufficient outreach. The Council also tabled the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative for the year. The committee reviewed the 4-H property concept plan and discussed stormwater regulation changes.

• Approved February meeting minutes with one minor edit
• County Council hired consultant for Thrive 2050 equity assessment
• County Council tabled Attainable Housing Strategies ZTA for 2022
• Voted to hold next meeting in person on April 4 at Town Hall

Land Use Committee

The Land Use and Long Range Planning Committees are meeting virtually to discuss updates on Thrive Montgomery and the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative, along with other local planning items. They will also hear public comment and consider moving back to in-person meetings.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery
• Update on Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative
• Farm Women's Market update
• Discussion of 4-H Concept Plan and amenities
• Strengthening stormwater management regulations

The County Council tabled the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative Zoning Text Amendment for the year, and hired a consultant to assess outreach for the Thrive 2050 plan after the Office of Legislative Oversight found insufficient racial equity data. The Town's Land Use Committee discussed the 4-H property concept plan, noting the developer's proposal includes community amenities and a single entry from Connecticut Avenue, with a zoning change expected. The committee also discussed potential changes to stormwater management regulations, including using total impervious surface area as a trigger. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved February meeting minutes with minor edit
• County Council tabled Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative ZTA for the year
• County Council hired consultant for Thrive 2050 racial equity assessment
• Committee voted to meet in person on April 4 at Town Hall

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and plan upcoming community events. They will discuss the April 24 Cherry Blossom Spring Fest, including a combined event with the Lawton Center, participation of the BCC Band, and promotion of Healthy Lawns and Quiet Landscaping ordinances. Other potential programs include astronomy, artistic expression, a children's business fair, and a July 4 celebration.

• April 24 Cherry Blossom themed Spring Fest, combined with Lawton Center event
• BCC Band participation confirmed for Spring Fest
• CEC to promote Healthy Lawns and Quiet Landscaping ordinances at Spring Fest
• Possible May program on Aki's book DISRUPTION
• July 4 Celebration planning

The Community Relations Committee approved a $250 budget for an origami artist at the April 24 Cherry Blossom Spring Fest, which will be combined with a Lawton Center event hosted by the County. The committee also confirmed a $300 donation to the BCC Band and planned food trucks with $500 minimum guarantees. No formal votes were recorded; decisions were made by consensus during discussion.

• Approved $250 budget for origami artist at Spring Fest
• Confirmed $300 donation to BCC Band for Spring Fest performance
• Combined April 24 Spring Fest with Lawton Center event, shifted to 12-3 PM
• Secured Ben & Jerry's for complimentary ice cream, Town to pay after event
• Planned two food trucks (Pepe and Big Greek Café) with $500 minimum guarantees
• Moved animal program to fall to spread out events
• Tentatively scheduled May 12 event on Aki's book 'DISRUPTION'
• Approved February 2022 meeting minutes

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Town of Chevy Chase Special Committee on the 4-H Property will meet to approve minutes from January 20, discuss community updates including comments on a Gallerie/C3 presentation, and hear resident comments. The committee may move to closed session for old business, an action tracker, and a Savills update on the town's next moves. The meeting is scheduled for February 23, 2022, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.

• Approval of minutes from 1/20/22
• Comments on Gallerie/C3 presentation
• Savills update on TOCC next moves
• Action tracker review in closed session
• Next meeting set for 3/9/22 at 5:00 PM

The 4-H Property Committee approved the January 19, 2022 minutes unanimously and discussed resident reactions to the Galerie/C3 presentation and site plan. Members offered suggestions to be compiled into a recommendation to the Town Council for its official response to the developers. The committee also went into closed session to discuss legal matters related to the development. No formal decisions were made on the development itself.

• Approved minutes of 1/19/2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 9, 2022 (later cancelled and rescheduled for March 23, 2022)

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will discuss traffic and pedestrian safety, including Town Council actions on north Maple Ave, a town survey on the East-West Highway/Maple Ave crosswalk, and a letter supporting a state street lighting proposal. It will also receive an update on the Telecommunication Working Group. The meeting includes resident comments and is primarily a discussion and update session.

• Discussion of Town Council actions on north Maple Ave
• Town survey on East-West Highway/Maple Ave crosswalk
• Town Council letter supporting MD state street lighting legislative proposal
• Update on Telecommunication Working Group activities

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to vote on entering a closed session under the Maryland Open Meetings Act to discuss personnel matters, including appointment, employment, compensation, or performance evaluation of town officials or employees. The agenda contains only this procedural item; no other business is listed.

• Vote to enter closed session under General Provisions Article Section 3-305(b)(1) for personnel discussions

The Town Council held a brief open session solely to vote on entering a closed session under Maryland's Open Meetings Act to discuss personnel matters, including filling staff vacancies. The motion passed unanimously, and the closed session adjourned after about 35 minutes. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Voted unanimously to enter closed session for personnel discussions

Town Council

The Town Council will meet with the new owners of the 4-H property, who will present an initial concept plan for redevelopment. This is a presentation and discussion item, not a final decision or vote.

• Presentation of initial concept plan for 4-H property redevelopment
• Meeting with new owners of the 4-H property

The Town Council meeting was largely informational. The new owners of 7100 Connecticut Avenue presented a concept plan for redevelopment, and the Town Manager moderated a Q&A session with residents. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m.

• No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

Climate & Environment Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss key topics and events. The agenda also includes reviews of forecast and communications schedules.

The Climate & Environment Committee approved last month's minutes and discussed several initiatives. Sally will draft a sustainability resolution for CEC endorsement and Council presentation. Sheila and Dian will revise the Rosemary Garden concept paper for approval at the next meeting. The March meeting was rescheduled due to Dan's travel.

• Approved February meeting minutes
• Sally to draft sustainability resolution for CEC endorsement
• Sheila and Dian to revise Rosemary Garden concept paper for next meeting approval
• March CEC meeting rescheduled via Doodle poll

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 research on upzoning in other communities. They will also consider how to keep residents informed about these initiatives, review Planning Board procedures, and receive an update on the Farm Women's Market.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery
• Discussion of Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative and upzoning research
• Planning Board procedure issues
• Farm Women's Market update

The Long-Range Planning Committee discussed updates on Thrive Montgomery 2050 and the Attainable Housing Initiative, noting delays and upcoming meetings. They also reviewed the Farm Women's Market project's missing CIP allocation and planned testimony. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only decision was to approve the January meeting minutes.

• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Committee to research upzoning impacts and building code best practices for multi-family housing
• Planned 30-minute info session on Thrive/AHI updates for residents
• Land Use committee to review Chapter 4 building regulations for coordination tweaks

Land Use 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 research on upzoning in other communities. They will also discuss keeping residents informed, Planning Board procedure issues, and a Farm Women's Market update. Public comment and approval of January minutes are also on the agenda.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery
• Discussion of Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative and upzoning research
• Planning Board Procedure Issues
• Farm Women's Market Update

The joint Land Use/Long Range Planning Committee met and discussed updates on Thrive Montgomery 2050, the Attainable Housing Initiative, and the Farm Women's Market project. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the January meeting minutes. The committee assigned research tasks on upzoning and building code best practices, and discussed potential changes to town regulations.

• Approved January meeting minutes as circulated
• Assigned committee members to research upzoning impacts and building code best practices for multi-family conversions
• Decided to hold a resident info session/Q&A after a Thrive timetable is available
• Discussed potential tweaks to Chapter 4 building regulations for better coordination with stormwater and tree canopy rules

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee will review December 2021 minutes, hear public comments, and discuss upcoming events including a February wine tasting, gardening event, and cooking program. They will brainstorm future activities such as a March coffee meet-up, a tree decline presentation, and an April Cherry Blossom Spring Fest. The committee will also review feedback from recent January events.

• Approval of December 2021 minutes
• February 15 online wine tasting with Amanda Page
• February 24 gardening event with Edamarie Mattei
• March 10 tree event with Tolbert V. Feather and Dave Walton on tree decline
• April 24 Cherry Blossom Spring Fest with BCC Band, food trucks, origami

The Community Relations Committee approved the January 2022 meeting minutes and discussed upcoming events. They confirmed plans for a Cherry Blossom-themed Spring Fest on April 24 from 1-3 pm, with Ben & Jerry's providing free ice cream and other food trucks being considered. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters.

• Approved January 2022 meeting minutes
• Scheduled Spring Fest for April 24, 1-3 pm
• Confirmed Ben & Jerry's for Spring Fest with free ice cream
• Decided to consider additional food trucks for Spring Fest
• Dropped plans for Candidates Forum and 5K run

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee is meeting to discuss traffic and pedestrian safety measures, including the removal of a 'Do Not Enter' sign on lower Maple Ave, LED-enhanced stop signs, and pedestrian safety at the East-West Highway/Maple Ave crosswalk. They will also receive an update on 5G activities and consider a Maryland streetlighting legislative proposal. The agenda includes resident comments and new business.

• Removal of 'Do Not Enter' sign on lower Maple Ave
• LED-enhanced stop signs
• Pedestrian safety at East-West Highway/Maple Ave crosswalk
• Update on 5G activities
• Maryland streetlighting legislative proposal

The Public Services Committee continued discussions on traffic safety, deciding to place an LED stop sign on Maple Avenue at Aspen Street and to decide on two other test signs soon. They agreed to expedite 5G ordinance modifications and request funds for a technical consultant. They also discussed a Maryland streetlighting bill that would let the town own streetlights, asking the Town Manager to explore piggybacking on other municipalities' efforts. No formal votes were taken.

• Placed LED stop sign on Maple Avenue at Aspen Street
• Agreed to expedite 5G ordinance modifications
• Agreed to request resources for a technical consultant for 5G Working Group
• Asked Town Manager to explore piggybacking on other municipalities' streetlighting efforts

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Town of Chevy Chase Special Committee on the 4-H Property met on January 20, 2022, to review the 4-H Community Update and a Savills update. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes and allowing resident comments, with no specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances listed in the provided text.

• 4-H Community Update presented by Joel/Art
• Savills Update discussed under New Business
• Approval of minutes from January 5, 2022

The committee approved the minutes from the January 5 meeting and discussed the upcoming preliminary presentation of Corso's development plan, scheduling it for February 16 at 7:30 PM. They also agreed on a format for the presentation, including a Q&A session, and planned measures to engage residents after the presentation. No final decisions on the development were made.

• Approved minutes of 1/5/2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled Corso preliminary presentation for Feb. 16 at 7:30 PM
• Agreed on presentation format with Q&A
• Planned resident engagement measures to roll out after Feb. presentation

Town Council

The Town Council will decide whether to grant a variance allowing Corso DC, LLC to install a 6-foot chain-link fence with a green windscreen around the vacant 4-H property. The applicant revised the plan to increase setbacks and add commitments regarding wildlife and access following the previous hearing. The Council will also vote to remove the entry restriction on Maple Avenue at Aspen Street.

• Variance hearing for Corso DC, LLC to install 6-foot fence at 7100 Connecticut Avenue (4-H Property)
• Council action to remove entry restriction on Maple Avenue at Aspen Street
• Discussion on East West Highway crosswalk safety
• Discussion on gas-powered blower ban enforcement
• Discussion on Farm Women’s Market Redevelopment and Parks Creation Project

The Town Council unanimously approved a variance for a temporary front yard fence at 7100 Connecticut Avenue, with conditions including tree protection and wildlife passage. They also unanimously approved removing the entry restriction on northbound Maple Avenue at Aspen Street, contingent on installing a flashing LED stop sign, holding a public hearing on a possible stop sign at Blackthorn Street, installing a speed hump, and conducting a traffic study after one year. Discussions covered Zimmerman Park redevelopment, crosswalk safety, gas-powered blower enforcement, Thrive Montgomery 2050, and Farm Women's Market redevelopment, but no votes were taken on these items.

• Approved variance for temporary front yard fence at 7100 Connecticut Ave (unanimous)
• Approved removal of entry restriction on northbound Maple Ave at Aspen St (unanimous)
• Agreed to changes to Zimmerman Park concept plans (discussion only)
• Discussed crosswalk safety survey and lobbying (no action)
• Discussed gas-powered blower enforcement publicity (no action)
• Discussed Thrive Montgomery 2050 update (no action)
• Discussed Farm Women's Market redevelopment financing (no action)

Town Council

The Town Council voted 4-1 to approve a resolution lowering the town voting age to sixteen, with Mayor Rush opposed. The Council also approved a tree removal appeal with conditions, continued a fence variance hearing, and discussed several other items.

• Approved resolution to lower town voting age to 16 (4-1, Mayor Rush opposed)
• Approved tree removal appeal at 4302 Thornapple Street with conditions (unanimous)
• Continued variance hearing for front yard fence at 7100 Connecticut Avenue
• Continued consideration of removing entry restriction on Maple Avenue at Aspen Street
• Agreed to follow up with County Fire Chief about BFD ambulance service
• Agreed to solicit expressions of interest for BFD board vacancy
• Agreed to send letter to owners of 6831 Wisconsin Avenue requesting security improvements
• Agreed to ask County Councilmember Friedson to encourage police consultation with property owners

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate and Environment Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive general updates on forecasts and the website, and discuss sustainable landscaping initiatives. The meeting is largely a working session with updates and discussions rather than formal decisions.

• Minutes approval
• General topics, forecast and website updates
• Sustainable landscaping updates
• Other initiative updates and related topics

The Climate & Environment Committee approved last month's minutes and discussed upcoming events, including a February webinar on Maryland's Climate Crisis and Environmental Justice Act, a March tree event, and an April Earth Month tabling. They also discussed the tree die-off issue, the new gas-powered leaf blower ban effective 1/1/22, and potential projects like a Rosemary Triangle demonstration area. No formal votes were taken; decisions were limited to scheduling and action items.

• Approved last month's meeting minutes
• Rescheduled February meeting via Doodle poll due to webinar conflict
• Decided to co-host March tree event with Tolbert as presenter
• Agreed to participate in County's GoElectric Fair on March 19
• Assigned Dan as interim lead for Greener Homes T&T
• Joy to ask Town staff to include CEC in Zimmerman Park planting review
• Sally suggested sending resolution to Town Council on native plantings (discussed, not decided)

Special Committee on the 4-H Property

The Special Committee on the 4-H Property will meet to review community updates and possibly enter a closed session for updates from Savills and legal counsel. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 15, 2021
• 4-H community update
• Closed session for Savills update
• Closed session for legal counsel update
• Next meeting scheduled for January 12, 2022

The committee discussed the variance request for temporary fencing at the 4-H property and agreed to develop recommendations for the Council's consideration. Residents offered comments on the proposed fencing. The committee also decided to meet every two weeks, with the next meeting on January 19, 2022.

• Agreed to develop recommendations for the Council on the temporary fencing variance
• Decided to meet on a two-week schedule, next meeting January 19, 2022

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee will review minutes from December, hear public comments, and discuss feedback on past events. They will also plan January events, including book club, cyber security presentations, and a scavenger hunt, and brainstorm future activities such as a candidates forum and spring fest.

• Approval of December 2021 minutes
• Discussion of January events: Book Club (Jan 24), Cyber Security presentations (Jan 26-27), Kids scavenger hunt (Jan 30)
• Possible use of Town Hall by local symphonic band (4 nights/month, free concerts)
• Brainstorming future events: Coffee Meet-up, Online Board Games, Candidates Forum, Cherry Blossom Spring Fest, Spring Tree event, 5K run
• Concern about decline and death of larger trees over past 3 years

The Community Relations Committee approved the November 3 meeting minutes and discussed several upcoming events, including a repeat Coffee Meet-Up in January or February and a potential Cherry Blossom Spring Fest on April 3. They also decided to keep the CRC in charge of updating the town's teen list for now. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was primarily planning and discussion.

• Approved 11/3/21 meeting minutes
• Decided to repeat Coffee Meet-Up in January or February
• Decided CRC will continue updating teen list for now
• Discussed potential Cherry Blossom Spring Fest on April 3

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session regarding redevelopment plans for Zimmerman Park. The session will also include a discussion of a related community survey.

• Redevelopment plans for Zimmerman Park
• Discussion of a related community survey

The Town Council reviewed a revised concept plan for Zimmerman Park and agreed to changes, directing the consultant to develop a final base concept plan and a concept plan with additional amenities. They also discussed a community survey to gather resident feedback on possible park amenities. No formal votes were recorded.

• Agreed to changes to Zimmerman Park concept plan
• Directed consultant to develop final base concept plan
• Directed consultant to develop concept plan with additional amenities
• Discussed community survey for resident feedback on park amenities

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Long-Range Planning Committee will receive updates on the Thrive Montgomery project and the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding methods for keeping Town residents informed.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery
• Update on Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative

The Long Range Planning/Land Use Committee approved the December meeting minutes and discussed updates on county initiatives, including Thrive 2050 and the Attainable Housing Initiative (AHI). The committee recommended pausing weekly resident updates on these topics until new developments occur, and decided to research upzoning outcomes in other communities while AHI is stalled. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved December meeting minutes as circulated
• Recommended pausing weekly updates on Thrive and AHI until new developments
• Decided to research upzoning impacts in other communities

Land Use Committee

The Land Use and Long Range Planning Committees are meeting to discuss updates on Thrive Montgomery and the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative, including how to keep Town residents informed. They will also consider approval of December minutes and address new business.

• Update on Thrive Montgomery
• Update on Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative
• Discussion on keeping Town residents informed
• Approval of December minutes

The committee approved the December minutes and discussed updates on County initiatives, including Thrive 2050 and the Attainable Housing Initiative (AHI), noting delays. They recommended pulling weekly Town updates on these topics until new developments occur, and decided to research how other communities handled upzoning while AHI is stalled. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters.

• Approved December meeting minutes as circulated
• Recommended pulling weekly Town updates on Thrive and AHI until new developments occur
• Decided to research upzoning outcomes in other communities while AHI is stalled