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, February 07, 2008

Maryland Mayors Association Fall Conference

The Maryland Mayors Association (MMA) fall conference kicks off today, Thursday, February 7, 2008. As First Vice President of MMA, yours truly has been asked to preside over the conference since the President Mayor Sam Pierce will be unable to attend the conference because of illness.

Conference Agenda:
Breakfast and Orientation of new mayors
Lunch with the Mayors
MMA's Business Meeting will kick off around noon
Legislative Briefing -- MML
Leader to Leader Forum
Forum with Speaaker of the House Michael Busch and Senate President Mike Miller
Forum with Senator Ulyssess Currie, Delegate Norman Conway and Comptroller Peter Franchot
Swearing in Ceremony for David Harrington as Senator for the 47th Legislative District
Networking with other Mayors
Reception at the Governor's House

It's a busy and ambitious conference, but will provide mayors with an opportunity to bring issues to our elected officials in Annapolis, explore ways to address local issues, and share ideas with other municipalities.

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.