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.

Saturday, December 22, 2007

Got Business at the County Administration Building (CAB)?

Then read this.

Progress is being made; thanks in part to the assistance and cooperation from the occupants; and also to the good weather we have had so far. Replacement of the concrete/aggregate on the first level plaza of the County Administration Building (CAB) is approximately 85% complete.

The contractor has reached the point in construction again where we have to temporarily detour some of the access areas to and from the CAB on the rear (Main Street side) of the building.

Starting Wednesday, December 26, 2007, from the center section of doors left to the handicap accessible doors on the first level by the PSA Security Desk will be closed temporarily so they can continue with the concrete repairs.

Access will still be available through the doors closest to the parking garage and of course through the lower level. Coming up the brick walk way from the Court House and the Circuit Court Annex, the new set of wide steps approaching the building (to the right in front of the clock tower) will be opened.

The Security Officers of course will be available to assist with accessibility for the disabled, if needed, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Please disseminate this information to your staff.

The Office of Central Services, Facilities Operations and Management Division staff thank you for your assistance and cooperation during all the construction this year. If you have any questions, please contact Tom Barton, 301-817-4360.

Have a safe and peaceful Holiday season.

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.