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, October 01, 2015

Cell Phones can and often are major contributors to unsafe conditions. We can help ourselves by being more aware of our surroundings! Click on this link for more information: https://www.facebook.com/PrettyLoadedND/videos/1039592346065117/?fref=nf

I LOVE my cell phone. I often can't find it. It is frequently dead. I have left it in many strange and unwanted places. However, I find that it is a great tool when used correctly. Do not use your cell phone to block out the rest of the world. Do not use your cell phone with earphones when walking alone on the street. I am sure there are many other places you should not use your cell phone, but these just popped up as I watched this video.

MY SON ALWAYS reminds me to PAY ATTENTION to my SURROUNDINGS at ALL TIMES! The following video demonstrates what can happen when you do not pay attention to your surroundings AND you are on your CELL PHONE.

https://www.facebook.com/PrettyLoadedND/videos/1039592346065117/?fref=nf

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.