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.

Tuesday, June 23, 2015

My Jeannelle Moment! No, the tears have not started -- YET!

For the past few months, life has had me in a whirlwind. So much happening so quickly it seemed like there was no end in sight. However, the truth of the matter is that everything has an ending. We may not like the ending; really want to accept the ending; or even agree with the ending, but end it will, and on July 1, the end of an era will come to the great City of Mount Rainier, Maryland -- Jeannelle Wallace will no longer be taking the lead.

Under her astute management and leadership style, she brought a fledgling City to its current place of prestige as a destination for many in the DMV. She will be leaving behind some rather big shoes to be filled, but the City, the Mayor, and the Council are up to the challenge. Residents are also up to the challenge in that many of them over the years have pitched in and worked under Jeannelle's leadership on committees, task forces, commissions, and boards. Because of their love for this great City, they will continue to work to keep our City moving forward.

Congratulations Mrs. Jeannelle Wallace on a job well done. Thank you for the many hours; the work on so many holidays and snow days, and so many other days when residents, Mayor, and Councils were sound asleep. Thank you for the foresight and the vision for our City. Thank you for the hiring of staff that worked with you to move that vision forward. You are leaving behind a legacy that you worked very hard to create, and one that will not be soon forgotten.

You will be missed, but thank God, you will only be a stone's throw away. Sometimes, you just have to know when to hold, when to fold, when to walk away, and yes, when to run. Your time has come. Your health is good. You have years in front of you, and a lot of life to still live! I applaud you and wish you continued success on your journey, and WELCOME TO THE LIFE OF THE RETIREES!

http://www.gazette.net/article/20150618/NEWS/150619318/mount-rainier-city-manager-to-retire-this-month&template=gazette

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.