Dear Friends, 

Our community has persevered through the pandemic with an outpouring of kindness, commitment and innovation from every corner of Howard County. It's time to reflect and recognize the extraordinary efforts of our local businesses, public employees, and residents – who truly went above and beyond to lend a helping hand, keep one another safe, and ensure our community was supported.

Learn more and nominate someone today for a Rise to the Challenge award here.

Celebrating Our Independence 

Independence Day is a time for us to celebrate our nation, freedom, and what it means to be an American. Today, we celebrate all which unites us. I’m so grateful to be an American and to celebrate our right to “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” I believe Howard County exemplifies so many of the wonderful things about our country: our diversity, our achievement when we work together, and our commitment to creating a better quality of life for all. It was great to see all of our residents and visitors enjoying our spectacular 4th of July fireworks at the Columbia Lakefront! 

Thank you to Howard County Recreation and Parks, Columbia Association, Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods, Columbia Festival of the Arts, and The Howard Hughes Corporation for your partnership in ensuring another wonderful display and experience. It was the perfect end to a great day, bringing our community together and celebrating Independence Day!

No-Cost Summer Meals

During the school year, many Howard County children take advantage of free or reduced-price meals to meet their needs, but when school is out in the summer, our families still need options. Our community has a tradition of stepping up during challenging times, and as inflation and supply change challenges increases the cost of groceries, the need is greater than ever.

We're proud that there are many options to make sure families have the food they need this summer. Learn more about the options available here.

STEM Awards

Honoring our Middle and High School students and their mentors, teachers, sponsors, and family who have been motivators, testers, and an incredible support system for their achievements in STEM brings even more hope for a brighter future. Last week, I hosted our STEM Awards to recognize multiple teams for their successes in representing our phenomenal schools, community, and all of Howard County in their local, state and national competitions. 

Whether it was in a Science Olympiad, First Robotics or university invitational, our students demonstrated admirable creativity, determination and tenacity. Faculty members and STEM staff from Howard Community College and JHU Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) joined me in honoring our brilliant students. Congratulations!

Here is a link to all the photos of an inspiring evening.

Being A National Leader

Howard County has been recognized by both President Joe Biden and National Association of Counties (NACo) for its exemplary use of federal COVID-19 relief funding. Recently, our Chief of Staff, Sameer Sidh, appeared on a webinar hosted jointly by Bloomberg Philanthropies and United States Conference of Mayors to present as a case study on the most effective strategies to boost municipal workforce capacity. 

Sameer highlighted our transformational public engagement efforts and our use of federal relief funding to support our County’s front-line employees, educators, bus drivers, hospital and health care workers as we remain committed to recovering from the economic, physical and mental health impacts from this pandemic. Through every battle we face, we know that when we work together, we rise together.

Watch his testimony here.

Welcome Sugar Maple Farm!

I had a great time attending the opening of Sugar Maple Farm with Councilman David Yungmann and Howard County Economic Development Authority. This 60-acre farm located at 1200 Sugar Maple Drive in Marriottsville grows flowers, sweet corn, pumpkins, squash, zucchini and tomatoes. There is also a small retail store for direct to consumer sales. 

Let’s continue to support our small, local farms and businesses. Thank you to the Singh family for ensuring quality, homegrown food for our community and for choosing Howard County as your new home.

Celebrating Our Heritage

Howard County is a place where we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion, but we celebrate it. Although National Caribbean-American Heritage Month has come to an end, we continue to honor the ways Caribbean Americans have added to our community. Our strength has always been rooted in our diversity. 

Thank you to the The Build Haiti Foundation, Cap-Haitien Sister City Committee, Althea's Almost Famous, and Anegada Delights for your partnership and contributing to the rich tapestry of Howard County.

Welcome STEMTree

As a parent and educator, it warms my heart to see new learning centers open which help our students prosper and thrive. I was so excited to join James and Sabrina Tracey for the grand opening of Stemtree of Columbia in the Kings Contrivance Village Center. This location is not only Veteran-owned, but it’s the first in the State of Maryland. We know that the problems of tomorrow will be solved by the STEM students of today, and this facility will help enrich the lives of all our students. 

Congratulations to the Tracey family, and thank you for choosing Howard County as your home! Learn more about STEMtree here.

Approved Vaccines for Infants & Children!

The vaccine for children 6 months to 5 years-old has been approved! However, supply may be limited for the next few weeks.

The Howard County Health Department urges you to speak to your child’s pediatrician first, as we expect doctors’ offices to receive most of the initial vaccine supply. The Health Department is also offering vaccines for our youngest residents. To make an appointment, please click here.

COVID-19 Update

As of Friday, July 1, and according to the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), Howard County’s positivity rate was 13% and our 7-day moving average case rate per 100k is 30.7. During the past month, COVID case rates, test positivity, and new hospitalization admissions due to COVID have fluctuated. Howard County's Community Level, according to the CDC, is back to HIGH. There are currently 12 COVID-19 patients in the ICU and Acute Care units at Howard County General Hospital. We’ve sadly lost 363 of our residents to COVID-19 and we continue to keep their loved ones in our thoughts and prayers.  

Vaccination remains the most effective strategy and now our residents 6 months and older are eligible. Staying up to date with vaccine continues to be the best way to prevent severe illness and death from COVID-19. Howard County is a state leader with 91.6% of our residents 5+ fully vaccinated. However, 33% of our eligible residents have not yet received a first booster shot.

Find a vaccine near you, and give yourself the best protection against COVID-19 at vaccine.howardcountymd.gov

 How to Safely Use Payment Apps

This month (July 21^st to be exact), our Department of Community Resources and Services’ (DCRS) Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) a presentation on “How to Safely Use Payment Apps” at the Ellicott City 50+ Center at 11:00 a.m. The presentation will highlight how to choose and begin using payment apps, your rights and responsibilities as a consumer, and how criminals are using apps to get your money.

OCP strives to protect county consumers by investigating complaints and mediating disputes, taking enforcement action and providing presentations on consumer issues and tenants' rights. To register to participate in this FREE presentation, call 410-313-1400 today.

Department of Fire and Rescue Services and Police Department

Never Leave a Child or Pet Alone in a Car

With summer upon us, our Department of Fire and Rescue Services (DFRS) and Police Department (HCPD) is reminding parents and caregivers of the importance of taking the necessary steps to make sure no child – or pet, is ever left in a vehicle alone. While it may seem hard to believe that a caregiver could forget a child is in the car, a majority of child hyperthermia fatalities in vehicles occur due to a change in the driver’s routine, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Even with the windows rolled down or the air conditioning on, the temperature inside a vehicle can quickly rise. When parked in direct sunlight, the inside of a car can reach up to 131° to 172°F when outside temperatures are 80° to 100°F. Even with the windows rolled down or the air conditioning on, the temperature inside a vehicle can quickly rise.

REMEMBER, a child's body temperature rises three to five times faster than an adult's, and a body temperature of 107 degrees is fatal. Children overheat easily, and those under four are among those at greatest risk for heat-related illness and death.

As for pets, pets can sustain organ damage or even die from heatstroke in just 15 minutes when left in an unattended vehicle. Beating the heat for dogs is especially tough because they can only cool themselves by panting and by sweating through their paw pads.

To ensure this unthinkable tragedy does not occur, DFRS and HCPD is offering up these tips:

• Place something that you’ll need at your next stop – such as a purse or briefcase – near the child safety seat. This simple act could help prevent you from accidentally forgetting a child.
• If you are dropping your child off at childcare, and normally it’s another parent or caregiver your spouse or partner who drops them off, have the caregiver, your spouse or partner call you to make sure the drop went according to plan. Ask your childcare provider to call you if your child does not show up for childcare.
• Teach children not to play in, on or around vehicles.
• Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle, even with the window slightly open. A vehicle can heat to dangerous, life-threatening levels in only 10 minutes.
• Always lock a vehicle’s doors and trunk. Keep keys and remote entry devices out of children’s reach.

The COVID-19 vaccine for children six months to five-years-old has been approved; however, the supply may be limited for the next few weeks. While the Howard County Health Department (HCHD) is offering the vaccine to our youngest residents, HCHD urges parents and guardians to speak to their child’s pediatrician first as the department expect doctors’ offices to receive most of the initial vaccine supply.

To learn more about HCHD COVID-19 vaccine clinics and/or to make an appointment, visit vaccine.howardcountymd.gov.

Department of Housing and Community Development

Our Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is now accepting applications for its Moderate Income Housing Unit (MIHU) program July open enrollment period. Held quarterly, DHCD’s MIHU is an inclusionary zoning program that offers quality new homes at reduced sale prices and rents to income eligible families.

To purchase an MIHU home, individuals must apply to DHCD during an open enrollment period to be placed in the database. To qualify, an applicant’s household income may not exceed 80 percent of Howard County’s median income (example: maximum $96,928 for a four-person household to as much as $127,945 for an eight-person household). Applicants must meet credit score requirements and household income must be sufficient to qualify for a mortgage based on industry standards. Sale prices for available MIHU homes, currently range from $267,544 for a new condo to $386,938 for a new townhouse. Actual sale prices may vary depending on the size and amenities of the unit. More details regarding our MIHU homeownership program will be available HERE or contact DHCD at 410-313-6318 (select option two) or email housing@howardcountymd.gov.

To rent an MIHU unit, a qualified applicant’s household income may not exceed 60 percent of the Howard County median income (example: maximum $50,887 for a one-person household and $72,696 for a four-person household). MIHUs are rented on a first-come, first-served basis, are interspersed throughout each community and residents enjoy the same amenities of community life as market rate tenants. Visit DHCD’s MIHU rental website for more information.

On the 1^st, MIHU homeownership applications will be available online and completed applications can be either submitted online, mailed to 9820 Patuxent Woods Drive, Suite 224, Columbia, MD, 21046, or dropped off at DHCD’s Patuxent Woods Drive office by appointment only. Applications are being accepted through Friday, July 29, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.

Nominations Sought for 2022 Human Rights Award

The Howard County Human Rights Commission is now seeking nominations for its 2022 Jim Henson and Jean Toomer Individual, the Dr. Murray Simon Student, and the Colette Roberts Organization awards. Presented annually, these awards honor individuals and community organizations who have made significant contributions to human and civil rights in Howard County.

The nomination form can be found online or a hard copy can be requested by contacting the Office of Human Rights and Equity (OHRE) by calling 410-313-6430 or emailing hrc@howardcountymd.gov. Self-nominations are accepted. The nomination deadline is August 14, 2022.

Winners will be recognized at the 2022 Human Rights Commission Awards Ceremony on October 19th at the Owen Brown Interfaith Center.

For questions and/or more information about this year’s award, contact OHRE at 410-313-6430 or email hrc@howardcountymd.gov. To learn more about the Human Rights Commission, check out the OHRE’s Commissions and Workgroups website.

Department of Planning and Zoning

Planning Board Meeting

Our Department of Planning and Zoning’s (DPZ) Planning Board will be holding a hybrid meeting, in person at 3430 Court House Drive in Ellicott City and virtually via WebEx, starting at 7:00 p.m. this Thursday, July 7^nd, to hear the following agenda item:

• SDP-22-019 – Southlake Office Building – A request to construct a four-story, 85,731 square foot medical office building with a two-level parking garage below. This plan is processed under the NT-DMUA (New Town-Downtown Mixed-Use Area) in accordance with FDP-DC-L-1 and Section 125.0.G of the Zoning Regulations.
• SDP-20-042 – AGC Borrower Lakeview, LLC – To consider the Board of Appeals Decision and Order (BA-781D).

To register to testify, click HERE. Registration must be completed prior to 7:00 pm the night (July 6, 2022) before the scheduled meeting to participate. If you do not wish to testify, but simply to watch the meeting, click HERE to watch.

A five-member board, the Planning Board makes recommendations to the Zoning Board or County Council on matters related to planning and zoning and renders a final decision on selected development proposals. Before recommendations or decisions are made, the Board holds a public meeting or hearing to provide interested persons the opportunity to provide comment. For details about procedures for testifying at a Planning Board meeting, click HERE.

To learn more about Howard County’s Planning Board and upcoming meeting dates, click HERE.

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

Also this Thursday, July 7^th, DPZ’s Historic Preservation Commission will be holding a VIRTUAL meeting starting at 7:00 p.m. The meeting agenda and instructions on how to join/participate in Thursday’s meeting can be found on the Commission’s website. To register to join Thursday’s meeting through your computer to view and hear the presentations, you will need to register by noon on the 7^th. Once registered, further instructions and a call-in attendee number will be provided via email.

Those who wish to provide oral testimony are required to sign up online by noon on July 7^th. Please follow the instructions for registering on the “Registering or Joining by Telephone” tab, where there will be an option to sign-up to testify. After you register through WebEx, please email preservation@howardcountymd.gov by noon on the 7^th with the case information that you wish to testify on. Per HPC Rule of Procedure 102.B, only those parties who registered in advance of the July 7^th meeting may participate in the proceedings by asking questions and giving testimony.

Police Department

Body Worn Camera Program Update

In case you missed it, HCPD recently provided an update on its Body Worn Camera (BWC) program. With HCPD's BWC equipment finally in, training of HCPD personnel is underway and new BWC administrative staff members are finalizing preparations for the programs full launch. HCPD will be working through the summer to launch its BWC program.

To find out more, including HCPD's BWC policy and frequently asked questions, visit www.howardcountymd.gov/police/body-worn-cameras.

HCPD’s Community Athletic Program is BACK!

HCPD’s Community Athletic Program (CAP) is back! Coming to a community area near you this summer, CAP consists of a traveling trailer filled with sports gear, games and video game equipment and staffed by school resource officers. Activities include basketball, baseball, flag football, floor hockey, tennis, board games and video games. Open to all ages, activities run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and participation is free.

This week, residents can find the CAP traveling trailer at Blandair Regional Park on July 5^th, Centennial Park on July 6^th, the East Columbia branch library on July 7^th and the North Laurel Community Center on July 8^th.

For a complete summer CAP schedule, check out www.howardcountymd.gov/police/community-athletic-program.

VIN Etching Event

Engraving your car's unique vehicle identification number (VIN) on all major pieces of glass is a highly effective deterrent and assists police in returning a stolen vehicle to its rightful owner. That's why I encourage you to stop by HCPD’s FREE VIN Etching for Auto Theft Prevention event on Saturday, July 9^th from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Running Brook Neighborhood Center, located at 5730 Columbia Road in Columbia. Open to all, it takes just minutes to do at no cost to you; no appointment needed. For questions and/or more information about VIN etching or this event, contact HCPD's Auto Theft Unit at 410-313-4759.

Coffee with a Cop

Come meet face-to-face with HCPD's Community Outreach Officers this Thursday, July 7^th from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Starbucks in the Wilde Lake Village Center (5400 Lynx Lane) in Columbia to discuss issues, ask questions and build relationships one cup of coffee (or other beverage) at a time. For more information and/or questions, contact HCPD's Community Outreach Division at 410-313-2207.

National Night Out 2022 Registration Now Open!

Community/neighborhood registration is NOW open for HCPD’s 2022 National Night Out (NNO) celebration. Set to take place Tuesday, August 2^nd, HCPD and residents will once again join communities across the U.S. as they come together to celebrate police-community partnerships. If your community or neighborhood is planning a NNO block party for this year and would like HCPD or Department of Fire and Rescue Services resources in attendance, or for elected officials to stop by, please visit HERE today to register your party by July 15^th. Parties registered by the 15^th will receive priority for HCPD attendance.

Department of Public Works

Public Meeting to be Held to Discuss Design of Ellicott City Safe and Sound Extended North Tunnel Project

Our Department of Public Works’ (DPW) Bureau of Environmental Services will hold a public meeting tomorrow,  July 6th to share the design of the Ellicott City Safe and Sound plan’s Extended North Tunnel project. Currently near 65 percent completion, the project design features an approximately 5,800-foot-long, 18-foot-diameter tunnel spanning from the north side of Frederick Road, approximately 500 feet east of Papillon Drive, to the Patapsco River shoreline north of Lot B. The project will also include surface work at Lot F and near the intersection of Rogers Avenue and Main Street. Weather permitting and pending final regulatory approvals, the project is expected to begin in late 2022.

The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Banneker Room of the George Howard Building, located at 3430 Court House Drive in Ellicott City and will include an overview of the Extended North Tunnel project’s design, followed by an open discussion. County staff and the project’s design consultant, McMillen Jacobs Associates, will be on hand to answer any questions.

Those unable to attend this meeting may view the presentation afterward on the County’s Ellicott City Safe and Sound website. Please keep in mind, this meeting will focus specifically on the Extended North Tunnel project; however, for additional questions regarding the project or the Ellicott City Safe and Sound Plan, call 410-313-4200 or email ecsafeandsound@howardcountymd.gov.

An interpreter for people who are deaf or hard of hearing will be available if requested seven working days prior to the meeting. Please call DPW at 410-313-3440 (voice) or use Relay at 7-1-1, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday

Old Columbia Pike Water Main Rehabilitation Project Public Meeting

Also tomorrow, July 6^th, DPW’s Utility Design Division will hold a public meeting from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., in the media room at Veterans Elementary School at 4355 Montgomery Road in Ellicott City, to present plans for a proposed project to relocate and replace approximately 6,600 linear feet of water main along Old Columbia Pike between Toll House Road and Roussey Lane. Expected to begin this summer 2022, the project will also include the installation of new fire hydrants, cross connections and house connections.

While the meeting will feature no formal presentation, DPW staff will be on hand to explain the project, answer any questions and gather public comments.

Those unable to attend the meeting who would like to view the plans and/or have questions, should contact Mr. Sanjay Kulkarni with DPW’s Utility Design Division at 410-313-6122 or email skulkarni@howardcountymd.gov.

Department of Public Works - Construction Report

Below are details regarding new, upcoming, completed and/or delayed Capital Projects and/or maintenance project(s) that have been announced.

Ellicott City

• Saint Johns Lane Sewer Repair – Project to repair a sewer service pipe in the vicinity of 4054 Saint Johns Lane. Variable message board signs will be in posted as the 4010 to 4060 Saint Johns Lane will be closed to thru traffic during construction hours, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Expected to begin on or about Monday, July 11^th, weather permitting, the work is expected to take three to four days to complete.

To learn about DPW projects currently underway, click HERE. Searchable by project category and street name, from this site you’ll find additional project details, including news releases about the project. You can also contact DPW’s Customer Service Office at 410-313-3440 or email publicworks@howardcountymd.gov for further assistance.

If you have questions or are interested in finding out about a State road (numbered roadway) project in your area, visit the Maryland State Highway Administration’s (SHA)  “Project Portal” website.

Holiday Slide Schedule in Effect this Week

Don’t forget Howard County, the Independence Day holiday is one of the six holidays that affects County provided curbside trash, recycling, food scraps and yard trim collection. As a result, there was no Monday collection yesterday, July 4^th. the County’s holiday "slide" schedule is in effect this. That is, Monday’s pickup slide to today, Tuesday’s will slide to Wednesday and so forth.

American Flag Retirement

Did you know our Alpha Ridge Landfill accepts worn or tattered American Flags for proper disposal? Representatives from the American Legion Adams, Hanna, Moore Memorial Post 156, retrieve the flags and dispose of them in a dignified fashion as required by the U.S. Flag Code. Flag Ceremonies are held regularly (keep an eye on the County’s “Events” page for upcoming dates) in coordination with local Scout troops and all are welcome to attend.

Backyard Composting Demonstrations

The Master Gardeners are back with backyard composting demonstrations! This year, demonstrations will be held at Howard County Library System’s Miller and Savage branches, Recreation & Parks’ Robinson Nature Center and the County’s Alpha Ridge Landfill. Attendees will receive a FREE backyard compost bin, as well as helpful tips and tricks to creating this valuable soil amendment. To view this year’s schedule, click HERE. To learn more about backyard composting, click HERE.

How Can We Improve Recycling at the Landfill?

Our Bureau of Environmental Services wants to hear from you on how it can improve recycling at the County’s Alpha Ridge Landfill. Let the Bureau know what you think by completing this quick and easy survey today!

Summer Concert Series Returns

Recreation & Parks summer concert series is now underway. This July, Recreation & Parks will host three summer concerts at Centennial Park. On Wednesday, July 13^th, Back To Rock – Music School showcase will take the stage, followed by country/pop artist (and Howard High School graduate) Risa Binder on July 20^th and Howard County native Damon Foreman & Blue Funk on July 27^th. For more information about this summer concert series and performers, visit www.howardcountymd.gov/summerconcerts.

Now Hiring!

If you are or someone you know is looking for a job, I encourage you to check out our Recreation & Parks’ current job opportunities.

DRP Launches New 6v6 Women’s Lacrosse League 

Registration is now open for Recreation & Parks’ new “Sixes” women’s lacrosse league. A new style of lacrosse set to be on display at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, Sixes is a fast-paced, six versus six style of lacrosse featuring five field players and one goalie and played on a shortened field for high tempo play. Teams will play an eight-game regular season (with two games per night) Monday evenings, followed by playoffs. Geared toward players 18 and older, rosters will be limited to 12 players per team. To register for this coming inaugural Sixes season, click HERE. For questions and/or more information, contact Ricky DuBois at 410-313-4736 or email rdubois@howardcountymd.gov.

Worthington Dog Park 20^th Anniversary Celebration 

Join Recreation & Parks this Saturday, July 9^th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. as it celebrates the 20^th anniversary of the County’s Worthington Dog Park in Ellicott City. Come on out with your canine friend for a day of play and socialization in the Park’s big dog area. To learn more about this FREE event, click HERE. 

Owners are reminded that dogs must remain on a leash at all times and retractable leashes are not allowed. Additionally, all dogs must have someone 18 or older with them. Children are welcome, but with adult supervision.

Now Hiring! 

If you are or someone you know is looking for a job, I encourage you to check out our Recreation & Parks’ current full-time job opportunities (click the link/title below for more information and to apply):

·        Graphic Designer/Administrative Analyst I (closes 7/8/2022) 

·        Natural Resource Urban Forestry Specialist  (closes 7/8/2022) 

·        Park Planner-Engineering Specialist III (closes 7/11/2022)

To view all current job opportunities with Recreation & Parks, click HERE. 

Wild for Water Day 

If you are looking for a way stay cool this summer, be sure to check out Recreation & Parks’ Robinson Nature Center’s big summer “Wild for Water Day” event this Sunday, July 10^th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Geared towards the whole family, come enjoy water games and experiments, create and race homemade mini boats, take part in a river treasure hunt, meet live creatures that depend on rivers and streams, explore the wonders of snow, ice and water, food trucks and more! Children under three are free; however, they must be registered and accompanied by a registered adult. To register a child under the age of three, call 410-313-0400; for all others, click HERE to register.

Please note, as on-site parking is limited, off-site parking with a complimentary shuttle wll be available when the parking lot fills up.

Office of Transportation

Public Meeting on Columbia and Ellicott City Bike Howard and Complete Streets Improvements

Next Wednesday, July 13^th, our Office of Transportation will host a virtual public meeting to present proposed improvements to various road segments in Columbia and Ellicott City. As part of an upcoming County road resurfacing effort, Transportation is proposing to implementation of various Howard County Bike Master Plan, Bike Howard, and the Howard County Complete Streets Policy recommendations. The proposed changes will provide new, painted bike lanes along road segments in Columbia and Ellicott City and Columbia. The road segments being considered are:

• Hickory Ridge Road from Little Patuxent Parkway to Cedar Lane in Columbia;
• Thunder Hill Road from Lightning View Road to MD 108 in Columbia;
• Twin Rivers Road from Harpers Farm Rd to Jason Lane in Columbia; and
• Old Montgomery Road from MD 108 to University Blvd in Ellicott City.

The addition of bike lanes to the shoulder area of these sections of roadway could effect on-street parking and some of the proposals being considered include converting existing travel lanes to bicycle lanes.

The meeting will take place from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. and will be held via WebEx; click HERE to register for this meeting. During meeting, Transportation will present the proposal and then gather feedback from the community. Community members can also provide feedback via a brief online comment form that will be posted to the project webpage, available through July 27, 2022.

After the meeting, Transportation and DPW will consider all feedback received and determine whether to move forward with the proposals. For more information about this proposed project and meeting, click HERE.