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, July 28, 2017

Water main break has occurred on the 3700 block of 35th Street

HEADS-UP Just a quick FYI a water main break has occurred on the 3700 block of 35th Street. WSSC has been notified and said that crews will be out today to make repairs.

Although your WSTER is not off at the moment, please make preparations for when the crews arrive, and your water is turned off for the repairs.

Here's what you can do:

1. Fill up your pitchers or bottles with water to drink or cook

2. Fill up your bath tub with water for flushing your toilets

3. Flush sparingly and when necessary so that you conserve your water

4. Please check the listserve, Twitter or City Website to stay on top of the repair.

A status report will be made later today.

On another note, to prepare for the upcoming storm, PLEASE ensure that all of your drains are clear and free of debris in your basements. Also, make sure your storm drains near your home are also clear of the rubble, and notify Public Works if there is a problem. This will help to reduce flooding in your home and street flooding in your block.

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.