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.

Monday, September 26, 2016

See Something -- Say Something

The phrase that is trending now is "See something, say something." It is a trending phrase that I can associate with on a number of levels.

If you see something out or place in our City, say something. We are keepers of each other. We may not all be at the same level of economic wealth, but we all moved here because of our own personal reasons. I would like to believe that we moved here because we could see the beauty in our City.; the impressive tree canopy that did not just happen overnight; the large houses and yards; and yes the welcoming neighbors.

Our City is a long way from being perfect, but each of us has a role in making it the best that it can be. That means if you see something say something, but it also means that YOU need to take an active role in bringing about the change you want to see, but also keep what is already good.

When you see something, please report it first to City Hall (Miranda Bratz) 301-985-6585; Public Works (Kevin Kamali) 301-985-6583 Police Department ( 301-985-6580-routine call, 301-985-6565-service call) -- call 911 for emergencies (life or death) or Code Enforcement (Ray Wilkins)240-508-2253. You are not a nuisance, and we depend on your eyes, ears, and mouth.

It takes a village to raise a child. It takes a community working together to ensure a good quality of life!

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.