Friday, Feb. 19, 2021
Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC)
MEETING UPDATE

The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 23 at 10 a.m.

You can watch board meetings live on the Meetings on Demand page or on Comcast Channel 6/1070 HD.

Feb. 9 meeting: Watch Video or Read the Minutes

Citizens who wish to provide public comment may dial in by phone at the published time by calling toll-free 888-475-4499 or 877-853-5257 and entering the Meeting ID 899 4188 8251 and passcode #. Callers will be provided further instruction during the meeting on how to indicate you wish to speak.
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Rachel Jones Appointed to
the Maryland House of Delegates
The Board of County Commissioners extends its congratulations to Rachel Jones on her appointment to represent the citizens of District 27B. Rachel’s passion for public service has already done much for the people of Maryland and she is an outstanding choice to represent the people of Calvert and Prince George’s counties. We look forward to continuing to work alongside her in this new role to ensure a brighter future for Calvert County and the state of Maryland.
Beware of Scam Phone Calls
Calvert County residents have reported receiving phone calls from scammers posing as organizations registering people for COVID-19 vaccinations. Legitimate sources for vaccine scheduling will never ask for your social security number or any type of financial information, including credit card numbers.

If you receive an email or phone call from anyone claiming to sign you up for a vaccination or asking for any personal financial information, delete the email or hang up the phone. You can report scam calls or emails to law enforcement. Please call 410-535-2800 for the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office or 410-535-1400 for the Maryland State Police, Prince Frederick Barrack. Please do not call 911.
PRE-REGISTER FOR THE COVID-19 VACCINE ONLINE
Calvert County residents age 18 and older who wish to receive a COVID-19 vaccination may pre-register online.

PRE-REGISTER OVER THE PHONE
A call center is also available to assist Calvert County residents who wish to pre-register for the vaccination over the phone. For assistance, residents may call 410-535-0218, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

If you pre-registered for the COVID-19 vaccine through the Calvert County pre-registration portal, your information has been received. Pre-registration is intended to identify individuals interested in the vaccine and to establish a means of communication with the Calvert County Health Department when vaccine doses are available for eligible populations. Even if you do not hear back right away, you do not need to re-submit your information. You may visit the COVID-19 virtual resource center for answers to frequently asked questions. Please contact your primary care physician for any health questions related to the vaccine. 
Interested in starting your own business and looking for tips and inspiration? Hear from five successful Calvert County entrepreneurs during this virtual event sponsored by Calvert Library and the Calvert County Minority Business Alliance. To learn more or register for the event, click on the link below.
$60 Million Pandemic Relief Grant Program
Available for Child Care Providers

Licensed child care centers and registered family child care providers are eligible to apply for Child Care Pandemic Relief Fund grants to help meet increased operation costs during the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to receive a grant, currently operating child care programs must complete the online application by March 3. Providers must note how they plan to use the funds and submit required data, including enrollment data and losses incurred. Click on the link below to learn more about the grant application process.
Get in the Know with Local Recycling
Did you know that used pizza boxes should not be recycled? While a large number of household items have the potential to be reused, not all waste is created equal. 

Check out this video from the Calvert County Appeal Landfill and learn how your recycling efforts can make an impact for generations to follow. For more information on local recycling efforts, click the link below.
Did you know that Calvert Marine Museum offers a variety of virtual field trips for elementary and middle school students? One offering designed for students in grades 6-8 is a Chesapeake Bay Field Lab. While learning about oysters and blue crabs during this science-based program, students will examine current water quality data and formulate theories as to what factors influence the conditions in the Chesapeake Bay. Students will also explore regional invasive species. As a case study, students will learn about the whale through time and make predictions about the effects of cyclical environmental changes. Additionally, they have the opportunity to create solutions to current threats to the ecology of the local waters. Visit the link below to learn more.
The Safe Nights program will end on Feb. 28. Safe Nights provides winter protection for Calvert County’s homeless population by offering shelter in a clean and safe environment. The host shelter provides a warm bed and breakfast, a bag of lunch and dinner. Shelter hours are from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., seven days a week. A one-time, in-person registration is required each season and walk-ins will not be accepted. Call Safe Nights of Calvert County at 443-486-8670 for more information.
Calvert County Government continues to share the latest updates surrounding our county’s response to COVID-19 including any precautionary measures, guidance and closures through a virtual resource center. You can also receive updates on the county’s Facebook page and Comcast Channel 6/1070 HD. 

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