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.

Friday, June 27, 2014

Whatcha Doin Seniors Club to Visit Mount Rainier Police Department

Today, some of Mount Rainier's seniors and others will be visiting the Mount Rainier Police Department. The purposes for the visit is to get acquainted with our police officers, visit our police station, and learn a few self defense techniques. Many have lived in the City for years, and have never visited our "green" police station.

This event is made possible through a grant from the Maryland State Department of Aging as part of an effort to help seniors remain an active part of the community. Secretary, Gloria Lawlah, over the past four years has reached out to seniors and to help them to not only age in place in the communities, but to remain active in their communities.

In the past few months, the Whatcha Doin Senior Club has gone on the Spirit of Washington, spent time with local artists in the community, and networked with each other to learn about the City and what is going on in it. All have expressed their gratitude to be a part of Mount Rainier's vibrant community.

· Interested in joining this event at the police station today? Are you 62 and over? Then just come on down to 3249 Rhode Island Ave, Mount Rainier, MD 20712 today. The program starts at 10:00am, and will conclude with lunch around 1:30pm. For more information, contact Mayor Malinda Miles. The phone number at the Police Station is (301) 985-6590

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.