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.

Thursday, September 10, 2020

Flooding in Mount Rainier/No Recycling on Friday

Residents, this was a swift and dangerous rain. I have not heard of any residents being injured and that is a blessing. Public Works got flooded, some City cars and other equipment are damaged, and the new levee was almost breeched, but it held.

I am grateful that all of you are safe! Please report any losses to your insurance companies. Also document with pictures. That will make your claims easier. If you can, find any receipts that you may have. If you owe on your car, notify your bank, credit union, or whoever is your lender ASAP.

Unless the County Executive declares our area a disaster area, and they should, (I am reaching out to them now), there may not be any help coming. The last time this happened, there was some relief.

If you have flood insurance, reach out to your carrier Immediately to be ahead of the rush that is sure to come.

Check on your neighbors. They may need help. I am not sure of the status of the CERT Team, but I have asked the Interim City Manager, Latasha Gatling to activate the CERT Team to help where needed.

NOTE: In light of our current disaster, the condition of Public Works, and our equipment, there will be no recycling tomorrow.

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.