Chevy Chase Village public meetings in 2021
21 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers will hold a public hearing on a charter amendment regarding registration, nominations, and elections. The body is also considering a budget amendment for a lighting project and a janitorial services contract.
- Resolution No. 12-01-21: Proposed $41,000 donation to Friends of Chevy Chase Circle for lighting installation
- Resolution No. 11-01-21: Proposed amendment to Section 301 of the Chevy Chase Village Charter
- Variance request A-8019: Front stoop extension at 126 Grafton Street
- Contract authorization request for janitorial services from Be-Clean Cleaning Services, Inc.
- Pedestrian Safety Committee update on the Connecticut Avenue signal at Lenox Street
Environment & Energy Committee
The committee will receive updates from sub-committees on resident recycling behavior and leaf blower enforcement procedures. Members will also discuss renewable energy, youth-oriented environmental activities, and street lighting.
- Reporting and enforcement procedures for non-compliant leaf blowers
- Improving recycling behavior among residents
- Promoting renewable energy and climate-friendly action
- Youth-oriented activities including equipment collection and pollinator gardens
- Environmentally friendly street lighting
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers will discuss an amendment to the Village Charter regarding registration and elections. The body is also considering a construction management contract for the Municipal Storm Drain Project and a school boundary study affecting Village residents.
- Resolution No. 11-01-21 to amend Section 301 of the Chevy Chase Village Charter
- Construction management contract for Municipal Storm Drain Project with Rummel, Klepper & Kahl, LLP
- Purchase of $100 Giant gift cards for all full-time, temporary, and seasonal staff
- Discussion of Somerset Elementary Boundary Study and reassignment to Westbrook Elementary School
- Establishment of an electronic payment process and transaction fees for Holiday Fund contributions
Parks & Greenspaces Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss specific park concerns, including the installation of stone pads under benches. Members are also reviewing the timeline for buffer plantings and water runoff control.
- Installation of stone pads under benches in Village parks
- Timeline for buffer plantings and water runoff control
- Review of Memorial Benches article for the Village Crier
- Flocking the Boxwoods event on December 2 at Grafton St
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers will discuss the establishment of a body-worn camera program using a Motorola Solutions system. The meeting also includes reviews of variance and special permit requests for residential properties and a presentation of draft FY2021 audited financial statements.
- Body-worn camera system purchase authorization for Motorola Solutions
- Variance request for gazebo at 9 Chevy Chase Circle
- Special permit for fence replacement at 101 Primrose Street
- Variance request for a front stoop step at 111 Hesketh Street
- Presentation of FY2021 draft audited financial statements by Lindsey & Associates, LLC
Parks & Greenspaces Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss the legal definitions of parks and green spaces and address runoff and erosion issues in the buffer. Members will also review the condition of benches and the loss of azaleas planted on Oliver Street. The meeting includes a planned walk-through of the western side of the village.
- Buffer runoff and erosion issues
- Condition and design of park benches
- Loss of azaleas planted along Oliver Street in Large Triangle Park
- Walk-through of western side Parks and Green Spaces
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers will discuss an ordinance regarding employee vaccination requirements and a budget transfer to purchase two new public works vehicles. The meeting also includes reviews of tree removal appeals and property variance requests.
- Resolution No. 09-01-21: Ordinance authorizing Village Manager to require certain vaccinations for employees
- Purchase of trash collection truck from Johnson Truck Center for $172,000
- Purchase of pickup truck from Criswell Chevrolet, Inc. for $44,800
- Resolution No. 09-02-21: Transfer of $24,800 from reserves to Public Works Vehicle Purchases
- Variance and special permit requests for 37 Quincy Street, 5500 Kirkside Drive, and 29 Hesketh Street
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers will discuss the purchase of new police vehicles and the adoption of Juneteenth as a designated employee holiday. The meeting also includes appointments for committee chairs and liaisons to the Citizens Coordinating Committee on Friendship Heights.
- Purchase authorization for two 2021 Ford AWD Police Interceptor Utility vehicles not to exceed $90,000
- Resolution No. 07-01-21 to designate Juneteenth National Independence Day as a holiday for Village employees
- Possible authorization of $1,000 to rejoin a coalition for legal action regarding cable off-set against franchise fees
- Reappointment of Nancy Wilkinson (Park Street) as an Election Supervisor
- Reappointments of chairs for committees including Seniors, Environment & Energy, Parks & Greenspaces, and Public Safety
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers will discuss updating building regulations to allow freestanding electric vehicle chargers in specific yard areas. The meeting also includes a budget transfer for a cloud-based accounting system and the installation of speed limit signs on Primrose Street.
- Resolution No. 06-01-21: Install 'Speed Limit 25 MPH' signs on Primrose Street
- Resolution No. 06-02-21: Transfer $10,000 from reserves for accounting system migration
- Purchase request: Up to $20,000 for Microsoft Business Central cloud migration
- Resolution No. 06-03-21: Update regulations to allow electric vehicle chargers in front yard setbacks
- Tree removal request for 21 Quincy Street to build a rear addition and pool
Environment & Energy Committee
The committee will discuss ways to improve recycling behavior and implement stricter guidelines. Members will also review enforcement protocols for the upcoming gas leaf blower ban and explore options for net zero emissions in Village operations.
- Implementation of Recycling Guidelines
- Enforcement of gas leaf blower ban effective January 1, 2022
- Outreach to landscape operators regarding noise regulations
- Exploration of net zero emissions for Village energy needs
- Proposed installation of a Pollinator and Butterfly Garden
Parks & Greenspaces Committee
The committee is planning a memo to request stone footpads for all park and green space benches. Members are also arranging tree and shrub signage for Large Triangle Park and Small Triangle Park.
- Requesting stone footpads for park and green space benches
- Preparing tree and shrub signage for Large Triangle Park and Small Triangle Park
- Planning future plantings and committee walk arounds of local parks
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers is meeting to discuss infrastructure funding and a potential amicus brief regarding PEPCO LED streetlights. The body will also consider a contract for Village Hall floor refinishing and new appointments to the Tree Ordinance Board.
- Proposed local funding for Connecticut Avenue Pedestrian Crossing to accelerate construction
- Contract for Village Hall Wood Floor Refinishing with Metier Solutions, LLC not to exceed $30,000
- Possible authorization for Village Counsel to submit an amicus brief on PEPCO LED streetlights
- Appointments to Tree Ordinance Board: Aaron Kramer (Chair), Susan Kirby, and Gail Ifshin
- Consideration of Coalition Letter regarding Thrive Montgomery 2050 infrastructure and planning
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers will hold its 7th Annual Meeting to review the state of the village and receive reports from the manager, police chief, and treasurer. The primary action item is the adoption of the fiscal year 2022 budget and a corresponding tax levy ordinance.
- Resolution No. 04-03-21: Ordinance to adopt the fiscal year 2022 budget and levy a tax on real and personal property
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers will conduct a second public hearing regarding the draft budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. The agenda includes a proposed $47,000 donation to the Friends of Chevy Chase Circle for landscaping and lighting projects.
- Public Hearing: Draft Budget for Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2021
- Resolution No. 04-01-21: $47,000 donation to Friends of Chevy Chase Circle for lighting and landscaping
- Resolution No. 04-02-21: Resolution Urging Fair Tax Duplication Payments
- Contract Amendment: Rummel, Klepper & Kahl, LLP for Municipal Storm Drain Project up to $11,600
- Reappointment of Anne Shields and Carole Lee to the Building Facilities Commission
Parks & Greenspaces Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss 2021 goals and specific landscaping and infrastructure projects. Topics include buffer plantings, water runoff control, and park benches.
- Buffer plantings
- Buffer water runoff control
- Benches in Parks and Green Spaces
- Laurel Park
- Hesketh Street Right of Way
Election Supervisors
The Election Supervisors are meeting to discuss the process for the 2021 election.
- Discussion regarding the 2021 Election Process
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers will hold a public hearing regarding the draft budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021. The board will also consider a variance request for a residential portico and an amended employment agreement for the Chief of Police.
- Public hearing on Draft Budget for FY2022
- Variance request for 109 Summerfield Road to construct a front portico
- Amended employment agreement for the Chief of Police
- Consideration of coalition letter regarding Thrive Montgomery 2050
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers is conducting a work session to review end-of-year actuals, revenue projections, and the first draft of the FY2022 operating and capital budgets. This session includes discussions on personnel compensation, public safety, and public works. The final budget adoption is scheduled for April 19, 2021.
- Review of FY2020 actuals and FY2021 projections
- FY2022 revenue estimates and constant yield tax rate certification
- Proposed FY2022 personnel compensation for general and police pay scales
- Draft FY2022-2027 Six-Year Capital Improvements Program (CIP) budget
- Public hearings scheduled for March 8 and April 12, 2021
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers will discuss Montgomery County ZTA 20-07 regarding R-60 Zone uses and standards. The body will also consider a contract extension for Lindsey & Associates, LLC and the reappointment of two Ethics Commission members.
- Montgomery County ZTA 20-07 — R-60 Zone Uses and Standards
- Audit Contract Extension for Lindsey & Associates, LLC
- Reappointment of Stuart Gerson (East Irving Street) to Ethics Commission
- Reappointment of Frank (Scot) McCulloch (Kirkside Drive) as Ethics Commission Chair
Environment & Energy Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss planned activities for 2021 and review updates on pesticide laws and gas leaf blower restrictions. The session includes planning for youth-led equipment reuse initiatives and renewable energy options from PEPCO.
- Adoption of 33B of County Pesticide Law by Village Board
- Education and outreach on gas leaf blower ban effective January 1, 2022
- Proposal for youth-led used sports equipment round-up and bicycle pilot in April
- Presentation on Montgomery County Climate Action Plan on January 21
- Discussion on moving to renewable energy from PEPCO
Board of Managers
The Board of Managers will discuss adopting an ordinance to incorporate Montgomery County pesticide laws into the Village Code. The meeting also includes a review of a variance request for a residential property and a board appointment.
- Resolution No. 01-01-21: Ordinance to incorporate Montgomery County Code Chapter 33 B 'Pesticides' into Village Code
- Variance request A-7822 for 5419 Center Street to enlarge a patio and apron
- Appointment of Mr. Amit Sevak to the Financial Review Committee