From the Desk of Former Mayor Malinda Miles

It has been two years since I decided to remove myself from the political scene in Mount Rainier, MD, Prince George's County, and the State of Maryland. Holding the lofty position of Mayor was such a great honor, but as the years flew by, I realized that it was time to do something else -- get a life.! I did, and still continue to provide resources to the residents through The Front Porch Ministries (TFPM). Real people pass through The Front Porch Ministries weekly. LIFE is good.

Thursday, November 29, 2007

December 3, 2007 -- Candidates Deadline Approaches

December 3, 2007 -- Candidates Deadline Approaches

Upper Marlboro, MD – The deadline for individuals in Prince George’s County to file for office for the February 12, 2008 Presidential Primary Election is Monday, December 3, 2007 at 9:00pm.

Candidates for President of the United States, Vice President, United States House of Representatives, Judge of the Circuit Court, Delegate-Democratic National Convention and Delegate-Republican National Convention must file their certificate of candidacy with the Maryland State Board of Elections located at 151 West Street, Suite 200Annapolis, MD 21401.

Candidates for the Board of Education (At Large) seat must file their certificate of candidacy with the Prince George’s County Board of Elections at 16201 Trade Zone Avenue, Suite 108, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774.

For more information on candidate filings, the public can contact the Prince George’s County Board of Elections at (301) 430-8020 or visit http://www.elections.state.md.us/candidacy/index.html.

How to Become a Delegate to the 2008 Democratic National Convention

Democrats from all across America will come together in Denver, Colorado, August 25-28, 2008 for the 45th Democratic National Convention. This unparalleled event will present to the country our Party’s nominees for president and vice president and highlight the hard work Democrats have done to chart a new direction for America. The 2008 National Convention will put our presidential nominee on the path to victory in the November 2008 general election.

If you want to be a delegate, your first step should be to contact Maryland State Democratic or Republican party to determine what their process is. For information on running for a delegate position, an individual should call or write his or her respective State Democratic Party Headquarters and request a copy of the Delegate Selection Plan (or summary) and filing forms. These documents provide the information candidates need to know in order to run for delegate positions.

All states require delegate candidates to file a "declaration of candidacy" in order to run. The deadline for this declaration varies among the states but is specified in each state's plan. In some cases, the declaration must be accompanied with signatures of registered Democratic voters from that area. All filing requirements must be precisely followed.

Finally, whether or not you're becoming a delegate to the 2008 National Convention -- stay informed and involved. Be sure to: (1) stay informed about the presidential campaign; (2) follow the 2008 Convention; (3) support the Party's presidential and vice presidential nominees; and (4) Vote on Election Day!

Mayor Malinda Miles

As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents. It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved. It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces. I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible. This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.