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, August 25, 2020

MOUNT RAINIER OPENS UP TWO NEW PROGRAMS FOR RESIDENTS!

The CITY OF MOUNT RAINIER WILL MAKE GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE TO MOUNT RAINIER RESIDENTS! APPLICATION DUE: FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2020 AT 5 PM

Mount Rainier's Mayor and Council recognize the hardship that many of its residents are facing during this pandemic. Although we are not able to meet every need or provide the big dollars that may be available in other jurisdictions, we are making available up to twenty (20) gift cards monthly to help some of the neediest in our community.

The gift cards will be issued on a first-come, first-serve basis to individuals and families. Only one card per family ($100) and individuals may receive one $80 gift cards, while they last. Cards can be received monthly, with priority to those who have never received a gift card from the City.

The gift card program will begin in September. Please click on this link to apply now.

Copy and paste the following link in your browser:

https://www.mountrainiermd.org/residents/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/resident-food-assistance

MOUNT RAINIER UNVEILS RESIDENTS RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The purpose of this program is to provide rental assistance to eligible individuals and families who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and residents of the City of Mount Rainier.

Eligibility requirements:

Resident of the City of Mount Rainier (must show proof of residency)

Show evidence of need and that need was due to circumstances related to COVID-19 pandemic.

Show necessity of payment for eligible expense o Complete the Application form and attach requested documentation of residence and hardship.

Original copies of bill(s) requested to be paid and documentation such as rental/mortgage delinquency; past due notices; and other related documentation pertaining to a particular emergency expense request.

Acceptable documentation/proof of eligibility, may include any of the following:

2018 and/or 2019 Tax Return as filed with IRS

Documentation of acceptance under other government financial aid program

Proof of unemployment benefits or application

Letter of furlough or layoff from employer

Receives SNAP/TANF benefits

Receives Social Security Income

Medicaid

Reside in subsidized housing

Family eligible for free/reduced lunch at schools

Approved residents will receive a one-time payment of $1,000 towards their rental or utility balance. Payments will be sent directly to the landlord or utility company.

Application Due: September 11, 2020 at 5 pm

Please click onor copy and paste this link to complete and submit YOUR application.

https://www.mountrainiermd.org/residents/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/resident-rental-assistance-application

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.