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 05, 2015

Apply Now for Sustainable Communities Tax Credit Program

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Contact: John Coleman

(410) 767-4614 (o)

(410) 652-3652 (c)

Apply Now for Sustainable Communities Tax Credit Program

MHT Accepting Applications for Historic Commercial Properties through August 31

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CROWNSVILLE, MD - Owners of historic commercial properties take note: Now is the time to submit an application for a state income tax credit for renovating your historic structures in Maryland.

Fiscal year 2016 applications opened this week for the Sustainable Communities Competitive Commercial Tax Credit program, administered by the Maryland Historical Trust. Commercial property owners may receive a tax credit of up to 20 percent of eligible expenses to a total of $3 million for substantial rehabilitation projects.An additional 5 percent credit is available for projects that achieve LEED Gold Certification or equivalent. Applications are rated and ranked by the Maryland Historical Trust and compete for a total of $9 million in tax credit awards.

The state tax credit program has helped property owners throughout Maryland redevelop and reuse historic buildings since 1996. The tax credit preserves some of Maryland's most unique historic structures as well as creates spin-off community benefits. The program has been credited with creating jobs, enhancing values of nearby properties and transforming neglected neighborhoods. Studies have shown that every dollar of historic tax credit generates more than $8 in economic activity and each $1 million invested by the state program generates 72 jobs.

Reusing historic structures is another way that we can support communities, preserve historic resources and enrich lives. For more information, go to the Maryland Historical Trust's tax credit page.

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.