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, March 14, 2017

Mount Rainier Fully READY for Season's First REAL SNOW

Snow and freezing rain began around 7:00 pm on March 13th and the Public Works Department has been working through the night to ensure that emergency routes remain open and as clear as possible.

The city streets and sidewalks were salted in preparation for the winter weather event.

The traffic bollards at Perry Street and 31st Street were lowered to allow plowing and emergency access.

As snow and freezing rain accumulated throughout the night, three teams plowed streets using three Ford F-350 pickup trucks, one heavy truck, and one front loader bobcat.

Additional contract crew and equipment was mobilized and on standby from 8:00 to 11:00 last night. Crews will continue to clear the streets to allow for emergency vehicle access and then move to sidewalks at City properties, see sidewalk locations below.

The City Manager, Miranda Braatz has been overseeing emergency operations and the Director of Public Works Kourosh Kamali has been coordinating and overseeing the snow removal operation.

The Public Information Officer for Emergency Operations, Jessica Love has been monitoring the weather forecast and current conditions and coordinating with the Police Department. Despite the inclement weather, the Mount Rainier Police Department night shift was out in the community ensuring our safety.

Mount Rainier City Hall will be closed Tuesday, March 14th and regular operations have been suspended.

Wednesday Trash Collection has been postponed until Thursday, March 16th.

For Snow Emergency questions or updates please call the Mount Rainier Snow Emergency Line: 202-731-0163 or contact Jessica Love at

jlove@mountrainiermd.org. In the case of emergency, call 911

You may also get updates at WTOP radio station.

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.