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.

Wednesday, September 21, 2016

MOUNT RAINIER'S PUBLIC SAFETY NIGHT IS HERE

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2016 is public safety night in Mount Rainier. This will be the THIRD year that our police department has showcased and demonstrated community and police relations in our City!

As we talk about what is wrong with police relations and the Black community, let's also showcase and discuss what is right! No, our police are not perfect, but then neither is our community.

Each of us plays a role in making our community great, mediocre or downright disgusting. The trending phrase today is if you see something say something. I am asking you to go one step further. COME OUT, MEET, and MINGLE with our officers.

Share a hot dog. Share a story. Laugh at some of their jokes. Reach across your current boundaries and get to know who is keeping our City safe.

You will be surprised to learn that they have families. They care about this community. They worry about relationships in our community, and they want to be the best at their jobs.

They need you. They need your support. They need to know you by name, by face, by address. They NEED to know who lives in Mount Rainier, but THEY ALSO NEED your eyes and ears to help keep our City safe.

SO, come out on Friday and meet some of Mount Rainier's most dedicated employees of (there are also those employees in Public Works, City Hall, and Code Enforcement) who work around the clock for You, and you, and you, and yes for me.

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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.