Chevy Chase, Maryland

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on a variance request for a home addition and an ordinance to update accessory dwelling unit regulations to comply with state law. The body will also discuss front yard hedge regulations and a contribution to Rosemary Hills Elementary School.

• Variance request for 7011 Hillcrest Place to exceed gross floor area by 100 square feet
• Ordinance No. 26-03 to amend Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations
• Proposed ordinance to amend front yard hedge regulations
• Rosemary Hills Elementary School outdoor classroom contribution

The Council adopted new ordinances regarding accessory dwelling unit setbacks and front yard hedge height measurements. They also approved a supplemental appropriation for the Rosemary Hills Elementary School outdoor classroom project.

• Approved variance for 7011 Hillcrest Place (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending accessory dwelling unit regulations (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending front yard hedge height regulations (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 supplemental appropriation for Rosemary Hills Elementary outdoor classroom (unanimous)
• Agreed to pay up to $6,250 toward a street entry restriction study (concurred)

Public Services Committee

Town Council

The Town Council will review variance requests for two residential properties regarding building setbacks and landscaping. The body will also review the May 2026 financial report and the Town Manager's report.

• Variance request for 4307 Elm Street regarding a patio wall and an accessory building
• Variance request for 4101 Leland Street regarding a 20-foot wide driveway, a 6.5-foot retaining wall, and a hedge in the public right-of-way
• May 2026 Financial Report
• Town Manager's Report

The Town Council approved two variance requests during public hearings. One variance was granted for a wall at 4307 Elm Street, while multiple variances were granted for a retaining wall, driveway, and hedge at 4101 Leland Street.

• Approved wall height variance at 4307 Elm Street (unanimous)
• Approved retaining wall, driveway, and hedge variances at 4101 Leland Street (unanimous)

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee will adopt the minutes from the May 6, 2026 meeting and review recaps of recent events. It will discuss upcoming event proposals and receive updates on several community projects. A key decision will be made on whether to move forward with Toys for Tots 2026.

• Adopt minutes from May 6, 2026 meeting
• Decision on proceeding with Toys for Tots 2026
• Update on Spring Scavenger Hunt dates
• Discussion of Rockville Band fall planning
• Feasibility of AI and the Future: Education Panel

Long-Range Planning Committee

Public Services Committee

Town Council

The Town Council will conduct public hearings regarding parking prohibitions on Rosemary Street and a property variance at 6801 West Avenue. The body will also discuss accessory dwelling unit regulations, park maintenance, and the town's recycling program.

• Public hearing for variances at 6801 West Avenue for a front yard fence, stoop, and stairs
• Proposed resolution to prohibit parking on sections of the 3900 and 4000 blocks of Rosemary Street
• Proposed ordinance to amend front yard hedge regulations
• Proclamation declaring June 5, 2026, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day
• Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations

The council unanimously appointed new officers and committee liaisons. It approved variances for a front‑yard fence and stoop setbacks at 6801 West Avenue, and adopted a proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day. The council also voted unanimously to prohibit parking on Rosemary Street during school arrival (8‑9 a.m.) and dismissal (2:30‑4 p.m.) periods on school days only, while declining to create permit parking.

• Appointed Council officers (Mayor, Vice Mayor, Treasurer, Secretary, Community Liaison) – unanimous
• Appointed Council liaisons to five town committees – unanimous
• Approved variances for front‑yard fence and stoop/stair setbacks at 6801 West Avenue – unanimous
• Adopted proclamation recognizing National Gun Violence Awareness Day – unanimous
• Prohibited parking on Rosemary Street during school arrival (8‑9 a.m.) and dismissal (2:30‑4 p.m.) on school days – unanimous
• Declined to establish permit parking on Rosemary Street – unanimous
• Introduced ADU ordinance to align setbacks with accessory building requirements – unanimous
• Planned to consider hedge ordinance at July 8 meeting (pending) – discussed

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate & Environment Committee will discuss several sustainability initiatives, including a proposed ban on gas‑powered lawn equipment, a native plant sale, and the formation of a Green Team. Updates will be given on recycling and composting programs, the Capital Area Solar Switch Program, website migration, and native‑plant landscaping projects. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Proposed ban on gas‑powered lawn equipment (weed trimmers, edgers, mowers)
• Native plant sale initiative
• Green Team – Sustainable MD formation
• Recycling/Composting sub‑committee presentation to Town Council on May 19
• Update on Capital Area Solar Switch Program (Switch Together)

The April meeting minutes were unanimously approved. The committee concluded that current solar plug‑in panels would not significantly reduce residents' electricity bills and will not be pursued further at this time. Discussion of the Sustainability Manager position was noted, with the committee generally favoring its pursuit. Several items—including next‑session initiatives, website migration work, and the garden tour—were postponed to future meetings.

• April minutes approved unanimously
• Solar plug‑in panels deemed not useful for resident homes
• Initiatives for next CEC session moved to June meeting
• Website migration activities rolled over to next CEC session
• Garden tour postponed to Fall
• Committee expressed general support for pursuing a Sustainability Manager position

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee approved the minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting without any changes. No other formal decisions were recorded; the agenda listed upcoming events and discussion topics.

• Approved April 8, 2026 minutes (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council will present the FY27 budget and hold a public hearing on an ordinance to adopt the budget and tax rates. The meeting also includes a State of the Town address by Mayor Barney Rush.

• Proposed real property tax rate of $0.0077 per $100 of assessable value
• Proposed utility property tax rate of $0.66 per $100 of assessable value
• Proposed FY27 total general revenue of $5,113,000
• Proposed FY27 total operating and capital expenditures of $4,441,500
• Commitment of $7.5 million for the Bethesda Market Park project

The Town Council held a public hearing on the FY27 budget and tax rates. Councilmember Leonard moved to adopt the budget ordinance, and Councilmember Tran seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting then adjourned.

• Adopted FY27 budget ordinance (unanimous)

Land Use Committee

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will hold a public engagement session regarding Leland & East and Thornapple Path. The body will also review town forecast inputs for May and July.

• Public engagement session: Leland & East and Thornapple Path
• Town forecast inputs for May and July

Town Council

The Town Council will consider variance requests for two residential properties and discuss updates to subdivision standards and hedge regulations. The body will also review 2026 housing bills and a proposal to prohibit parking on sections of Rosemary Street.

• Variance request for roof over stairwell at 7111 Ridgewood Avenue
• Variance request for covered deck at 4105 Aspen Street
• Proposed resolution to prohibit parking on sections of Rosemary Street
• Proposed ordinance to amend front yard hedge regulations
• Discussion and possible adoption of amended subdivision standards

The council unanimously approved a side‑yard setback variance for 7111 Ridgewood Avenue and approved rear and side‑yard setbacks for 4105 Aspen Street by a 4‑0‑1 vote. It adopted changes to the town’s subdivision standards to align with the county’s workforce‑housing criteria. The council directed staff to find a cost‑effective way to make the Thornapple Path gate ADA‑compliant and asked the Public Services Committee to review the permit‑parking regulations. It also approved striping parking spaces around Rosemary Circle while deciding not to stripe Rosemary Street and Stanford Street.

• Approved side‑yard setback variance for 7111 Ridgewood Ave (unanimous)
• Approved rear and side‑yard setback variances for 4105 Aspen St (4‑0‑1)
• Adopted changes to subdivision standards to reflect County workforce‑housing criteria
• Directed staff to identify cost‑efficient solution for ADA‑compliant Thornapple Path gate
• Requested Public Services Committee review permit‑parking regulations
• Approved striping parking spaces around Rosemary Circle; decided not to stripe Rosemary St and Stanford St

Community Relations Committee

The committee is reviewing the outcomes of March events and planning logistics for upcoming April and May activities. Members will discuss event dates, speaker logistics, and potential new programming.

• Review of Jane Austen 250th Anniversary event (35 attendees)
• Logistics for April 9 Discussion and Desserts with Cliff Sloan
• Planning for April 17 Feast Your Years event
• Coordination of a Community Yard Sale with Lawton Center
• Discussion on Toys for Tots 2026 and Tree Lighting 2026

The Community Relations Committee adopted the March 4 minutes as submitted. It decided to skip the Kentucky Derby event because the primary organizer is unavailable. The committee confirmed that the Tiny Li’l Ones event will be held on May 2 with the county, replacing the Spring Fest. Members also agreed to explore hiring a consultant for the retirement‑community discussion.

• Adopted March 4, 2026 minutes (vote approved)
• Cancelled Kentucky Derby event due to organizer unavailability
• Scheduled Tiny Li’l Ones for May 2 with the county, replacing Spring Fest
• Agreed to explore paying a small fee for a consultant on retirement community issues

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will review several items, including public comment and approval of March minutes. It will discuss the Starters and Silver Homes Act of 2026 (hb 239/SB 36), a property at 6818 Connecticut Ave., updates to stormwater management regulations, and policies on accessory dwelling units.

• Starters and Silver Homes Act of 2026 (hb 239/SB 36)
• Consideration of 6818 Connecticut Ave.
• Review of stormwater management regulations
• Discussion of accessory dwelling units
• Public comment period

The Land Use Committee approved the March meeting minutes. It decided to recommend that the town reduce accessory dwelling unit (ADU) setbacks to match those for other accessory buildings and to eliminate any off‑street parking requirements for ADUs. The committee also concluded that roof and at‑grade impervious surface runoff controls should be regulated separately. No other actions were taken.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Recommended reducing ADU setbacks to match other accessory buildings
• Recommended eliminating parking requirements for ADUs
• Concluded to keep roof and at‑grade impervious runoff measures separate

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate & Environment Committee will review recycling flyers, discuss composting opt-out programs, and consider a ban on gas-powered weed trimmers. The group will also update residents on solar electrification efforts and plan a timeline for migrating Town website content.

• Review and update Town recycling flyer
• Discuss ban on gas-powered weed trimmers
• Plan timeline for Town website migration
• Update on curbside gardens and Town triangles
• Discuss April 12 Native Plantings speaker event

The Climate & Environment Committee unanimously approved the March meeting minutes. Members decided that most communications with Town staff will be routed through co‑chairs Michelle Grace or Linda Geiser and cc’d to Council liaison Tambra Leonard, except when a sub‑committee is directly working with staff. The committee agreed to address a ban on gas‑powered weed trimmers at the next session. The Sustainable Landscaping sub‑committee will meet with Town staff (Todd and Dave) to learn about planning and management processes.

• Approved March minutes (unanimous)
• Set communication protocol: most messages to Town staff go through Michelle or Linda and cc Tambra Leonard
• Agreed to address ban on gas‑powered weed trimmers at next CEC session
• Directed Sustainable Landscaping sub‑committee to meet with Town staff (Todd and Dave) to understand planning and management

Town Council

The council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY27 budget and may introduce an ordinance to adopt it. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for the Town’s Annual Meeting on May 5, 2026. The council will then hold an open‑session vote to enter a closed session to consider personnel matters involving specific employees or officials.

• Work session to discuss FY27 budget and possible adoption ordinance
• Public hearing on the FY27 budget at the Annual Meeting on May 5, 2026
• Open‑session vote to enter closed session under Maryland Open Meetings Act
• Closed‑session discussion limited to personnel matters (appointments, discipline, compensation, etc.)

The council voted unanimously to introduce an ordinance that adopts the FY27 budget with amendments. A public hearing on the budget will be held at the May 5 annual meeting. The council also voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss staff salaries for FY27.

• Introduced ordinance to adopt FY27 budget, as amended (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss staff salaries (unanimous)

Long-Range Planning Committee

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will approve the February meeting minutes and review feedback from the Town Council March meeting. It will consider input for the May town forecast, discuss a speed camera proposal, and examine curb work on Leland and 44th Street. The meeting will also include open discussion and announce an upcoming public engagement session.

• Approval of February meeting minutes
• Town Council meeting feedback (March minutes)
• Town forecast input for May
• Speed camera discussion
• Leland and 44th St. curb discussion

The committee approved the February meeting minutes with minor edits. It confirmed that the town has entered a contract to install a speed camera on westbound Bradley Lane, with installation expected in 4‑5 months. The committee scheduled a public engagement session for April to discuss Leland & East intersection and Thornapple Path improvements. The next meeting is set for April 21 at 7:00 pm.

• Approved February meeting minutes (minor edits)
• Entered contract to install speed camera on Bradley Lane (westbound)
• Planned installation of Bradley Lane camera first, then other locations
• Recommended town conduct speed study before any Connecticut Ave camera
• Scheduled public engagement session for April on Leland & East and Thornapple Path
• Supported curb adjustment at Leland and 44th St for larger vehicles
• Town will identify an ADA expert for Thornapple Path gate compliance
• Set next meeting for April 21, 7:00 pm at Town Hall

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss 2026 housing legislation and review traffic and parking recommendations for Rosemary Street. The meeting also includes a public comment period on FY27 budget priorities.

• 2026 Housing Bills discussion
• Rosemary Street traffic and parking recommendations
• East Avenue traffic review
• FY27 Budget Priorities public comment
• Montgomery Municipal Cable financial support request

The council approved several upcoming actions. It agreed to introduce a traffic‑flow ordinance for Rosemary Street at the April meeting, with a public hearing and vote scheduled for May. The council tabled the East Avenue entry‑restriction proposal and will send a letter to County Planning officials regarding the 6818 Connecticut Avenue redevelopment. It also set plans to discuss subdivision‑standard changes, introduce a front‑yard hedge amendment, and continue reviewing a Montgomery Municipal Cable funding request at the March 25 budget session.

• Introduce Rosemary Street traffic ordinance at April meeting (public hearing and vote in May)
• Table East Avenue entry‑restriction changes
• Send letter to County Planning officials about 6818 Connecticut Avenue redevelopment
• Discuss subdivision‑standard changes at April meeting
• Introduce front‑yard hedge regulation amendment ordinance at April meeting (public hearing and vote in May)
• Continue discussion of Montgomery Municipal Cable funding request at FY27 budget work session on March 25

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will meet to discuss the Starters and Silver Homes Act of 2026 and stormwater management regulations. The body will also review a workforce housing project located at 6818 Connecticut Ave.

• Starters and Silver Homes Act of 2026 (hb 239/SB 36)
• Stormwater Management regulations
• 6818 Connecticut Ave. Workforce Housing project

The Land Use Committee reviewed a proposed workforce‑housing development at 6818 Connecticut Avenue and examined related stormwater and driveway issues. Members discussed compliance with subdivision provisions, potential impacts on adjacent properties, and possible requirements for pervious driveways or expert attestations. No motions were voted on, and no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Climate & Environment Committee

The committee is reviewing updates on sustainable landscaping, recycling programs, and residential electrification. Members are coordinating a native plantings event for April 12 and updating the town website.

• April 12 Native Plantings speaker event with Drew Asbury
• Review of questions posed to Waste Management regarding the Olive Street facility
• Revision of the Town’s recycling flyer
• Updates on community solar opportunities and Switch Together
• Discussion on curbside gardens and Town triangles

The Climate & Environment Committee unanimously approved the February meeting minutes. The committee assigned Michelle Grace to create a spreadsheet for tracking monthly tips and asked volunteers to help with the upcoming native‑plant presentation. Sub‑committees were instructed to decide what information they will add to the town website, and the next meeting was set for April 2, 2026.

• Approved February minutes (unanimous)
• Assigned Michelle Grace to create Tip of the Month tracking spreadsheet
• Recruited volunteers (Michelle and Reese) for native‑plant presentation
• Tasked sub‑committees to determine website content placement
• Directed Michelle to follow up with Waste Management on recycling questions
• Directed Michelle to follow up with Somerset on opt‑out composting program
• Scheduled next committee meeting for April 2, 2026 at 7:00 pm

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee will adopt the February 4, 2026 minutes, recap February events, and confirm logistics for March and April community events. They will also discuss new event ideas such as Poker Night and Trivia Night. Public comments and introductions are scheduled before adjournment.

• Adopt minutes from February 4, 2026 meeting
• Recap and close‑out of February events (Great Zucchini, Tiki Night, movie discussion, Chili Dinner, Book Club)
• Confirm setup and promotion for March events (Jane Austen 250th Anniversary, International Potluck, Theatre Discussion)
• Plan April events (Cliff Sloan discussion, Feast Your Years, 250‑Year History presentation)
• New business: discuss feasibility of Poker Night and identify leads for Trivia Night

The Community Relations Committee voted to adopt the minutes from the February 4, 2026 meeting. No other formal actions were taken; the rest of the agenda covered event recaps, planning confirmations, and idea gathering. The next meeting is set for April 1, 2026.

• Approved February 4, 2026 minutes

Long-Range Planning Committee

The Long-Range Planning Committee will review and approve minutes from prior meetings. The Committee will discuss the town’s response to the Governor’s proposed Starter and Silver Homes Act. The meeting will also include any other business items.

• Review and approval of minutes from prior meetings
• Discussion of the Town's response to the Governor's proposed Starter and Silver Homes Act
• Other Business

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will review updates on the speed camera program, the stop‑signs with cameras and AI follow‑up, and town‑council liaison matters. It will solicit town forecast input for May and hold a public engagement session to discuss traffic and safety on Rosemary Street. The meeting will conclude with open discussion and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Speed camera program update
• Stop signs with cameras and AI follow‑up
• Town Forecast Input for May
• Public Engagement Session: Rosemary Street Traffic and Safety discussion
• Approval of January meeting minutes (draft attached)

The committee approved the January meeting minutes. It agreed to ask Town Staff to identify three priority intersections and carry out manual stop‑sign compliance evaluations. The committee also agreed to revisit the effectiveness of the proposed Rosemary Street traffic and parking changes later.

• Approved January meeting minutes
• Requested Town Staff to identify three priority intersections and complete manual compliance evaluations
• Agreed to revisit effectiveness of proposed Rosemary Street traffic and parking changes

Town Council

The council will review the January 2026 financial report, hear the town manager’s report, and accept public comments. It will discuss the 2026 state housing bills, climate and environment committee initiatives, and winter storm response. The meeting will also consider a speed camera contract and a sponsorship for a state/county election forum.

• Speed Camera Contract
• State/County Election Forum Sponsorship
• 2026 State Housing Bills
• Climate and Environment Committee Initiatives
• Winter Storm Response

The Council directed the sidewalk‑clearing contractor to work from west to east after future winter storms to achieve earlier clearance for residents traveling to Bethesda. The Council also agreed to provide residents with additional information about the recent storm and the sidewalk‑clearing program. Regarding the proposed Starter and Silver Homes Act of 2026, the Council agreed to keep residents updated and to hold a special Town Council meeting if further action is needed.

• Directed contractor to clear sidewalks west-to-east after future winter storms
• Agreed to provide residents additional information about the recent winter storm and sidewalk program
• Agreed to update residents on the state housing bill and hold a special Town Council meeting if needed

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will hold public comment and approve the January minutes. It will receive an update on the Montgomery-Pearl project. The committee will discuss the Starters and Silver Homes Act of 2026 (hb 239/SB 36). It will also review proposed stormwater management regulations and revisions to retaining wall regulations.

• Starters and Silver Homes Act of 2026 (hb 239/SB 36)
• Stormwater Management regulations
• Retaining wall regulation revisions
• Montgomery-Pearl project update
• Approval of January minutes

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate & Environment Committee will review updates from its sub‑committees on recycling and composting, the town website, sustainable landscaping and native plants, and solar and residential electrification. The meeting also includes welcoming two new members and planning a table at the Town Chili Dinner on February 22. No formal decisions are noted; the agenda focuses on reports and upcoming events.

• Welcome new members Carol Jacobsen and Thornton Matheson
• Plan CEC table at Town Chili Dinner on February 22, including volunteers and materials
• Recycling/Composting sub‑committee report, including recap of Jan 30 tour of Montgomery County recycling facility
• Sustainable Landscaping/Native Plants updates: April 12 speaker event and May 30 spring garden tour
• Promote solar and residential electrification research to residents via the town website

The Climate & Environment Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the January meeting. New members Carol Jacobson and Thornton Matheson were introduced. The committee discussed plans for a six‑month “More You Know” calendar, duties for a proposed sustainability staff person, and sub‑committee projects, but no additional actions were formally approved.

• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous)

Community Relations Committee

The Chevy Chase Community Relations Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss a schedule of upcoming community events, including a chili dinner and a Jane Austen-themed tea.

• Adoption of the Minutes
• Clothing drive
• Round House Theatre Discussion
• Puzzle Palooza
• Whiskey tasting with Calvert Woodley

The Community Relations Committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting unanimously. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded; the remainder of the meeting covered event updates and planning.

• Approved adoption of minutes (unanimous)

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will review staff updates regarding traffic and safety on Rosemary Street. Members will also discuss the Leland and East and Thornapple Path and a Takoma Park pilot program involving AI-powered stop sign cameras.

• Rosemary Street Traffic and Safety update
• Leland and East and Thornapple Path discussion
• Takoma Park pilot for stop signs with cameras and AI
• Town Forecast input for March

The Public Services Committee unanimously approved the December 2025 meeting minutes. It approved sending a letter to Rosemary Street residents and holding an in‑person engagement session at the February meeting. The committee decided not to recommend a sidewalk extension at Leland & East and to schedule an April resident‑engagement session on the stop‑sign relocation.

• Approved December meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sending a letter to Rosemary Street residents and a February engagement session
• Did not recommend sidewalk extension at Leland & East (no action)
• Scheduled in‑person resident engagement session for Leland/East stop‑sign discussion in April
• Planned to send notification letters for Leland/East issue in early April
• Continued Bradley Lane edge‑line installation and speed‑camera process (ongoing)
• Will explore legal feasibility of stop‑sign camera pilot (data‑only and enforcement)
• Approved draft and publication of March “Spring Safety Tips” forecast

Long-Range Planning Committee

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings to consider requests for speed humps on East Avenue and a crosswalk installation at Ridge Street and West Avenue. The agenda also includes a discussion on a speed camera system and a report on Zimmerman Park water infrastructure.

• Public hearing on speed humps (6700/6800 blocks of East Avenue)
• Public hearing on crosswalk installation (Ridge Street and West Avenue)
• Discussion on speed camera system procurement
• Report on Zimmerman Park water main replacement
• State/County Election Forum sponsorship

Land Use Committee

The committee will receive an update on the Montgomery-Pearl project and discuss the Starter and Silver Homes Act of 2026. The meeting also includes a review of stormwater management regulations.

• Montgomery-Pearl project update
• Starter and Silver Homes Act of 2026 (hb 239/SB 36)
• Stormwater Management regulations

Climate & Environment Committee

The Climate & Environment Committee will approve the December meeting minutes and consider several items of other business, including a possible CEC table at the Town Chili Dinner, ideas for a lecture series, the Solar Energy Rally in Annapolis on Jan 14 at 10 AM, and an update on staff duties. Sub‑committees will report on solar and residential electrification, a website update, recycling/composting activities, and sustainable landscaping and native‑plant projects.

• Possible CEC table at the Town Chili Dinner on Feb 22
• Solar Energy Rally in Annapolis on Jan 14 at 10 AM, organized by Chesapeake Climate Action Network
• MoCo Beyond Plastics recycling/composting presentation on Jan 10 at 4 PM in Town Hall
• Pursuit of a Sustainable Maryland Grant for curbside gardens
• Consideration of a regular meeting day/time for sub‑committees

The committee unanimously approved the December meeting minutes. It decided to update and simplify the recycling flyer based on Waste Management’s material. It also decided not to pursue the Sustainable Maryland Grant for curbside gardens because the process was deemed too onerous. Several events and actions were scheduled, including a MoCo Beyond Plastics presentation on Jan 10 and a native‑plant speaker event on Apr 12.

• Approved December meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to update and simplify recycling flyer (no vote recorded)
• Decided not to pursue Sustainable Maryland Grant for curbside gardens (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled MoCo Beyond Plastics presentation Jan 10
• Confirmed native‑plant speaker event Apr 12
• Planned website redesign briefing for Feb Town Council meeting
• Rescheduled Montgomery County recycling facility tour (no vote recorded)
• Michelle Grace to contact CRC about CEC table at Feb 22 Chili Dinner

Community Relations Committee

The committee will hear public comments, adopt the minutes, and receive updates on past and upcoming community events. It will review the status of the holiday party, clothing drive, and scheduled activities such as the book club, theatre discussions, and marquee events like the Chili Dinner and Tiki Night. No formal decisions beyond routine approvals are indicated.

• Holiday party – planning update (Quynh)
• Clothing drive – ongoing (Cathy)
• Chili Dinner – scheduled for Feb. 22
• Tiki Night – scheduled for Feb. 11
• Spring Fest – date to be determined

The Community Relations Committee approved the adoption of the meeting minutes. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved adoption of meeting minutes