May 15, 2022 | Alerts, Announcements, Featured News, General News, Notable & Official News, Town Council News, Town Government News, What's Happening
Total ballots counted: 180 (55 of these were absentee). For Mayor Candidates John Compton: 140 votes Write-ins Joli McCathran: 10 votes Bob Booher:ย 2 Ed Roberts: 1 Bruce Rothrock: 1 Morgan the dog: 1 Chipmunk in my yard: 1 For Town Council Candidates Eva...
Apr 22, 2022 | Alerts, Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, From the Mayor, Grove Alert!, Notable & Official News, Planning Commission News, Public Hearings, Town Council News, Town Government, Town Government News, What's Happening
The Town Council of Washington Grove will conduct a virtual Public Hearing on Monday, May 9, 2022, at 7:00 PM to take public comment on the Draft 2022 Comprehensive Plan. The draft Plan was submitted by the Planning Commission Chair as required by Maryland state law...
Mar 15, 2022 | Announcements, Committee News, General News, Notable & Official News, Tagged from the Minutes, Town Council News, What's Happening
Reports from the Town Councilors for the March 2022 Council Meeting (PDF)
Feb 7, 2022 | Alerts, Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Grove Alert!, Notable & Official News, Planning Commission News, Town Government, Town Government News, What's Happening
January 20, 2022 The Planning Commission will conduct a virtual public hearing on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 7:30 p.m., to take public comment on the Draft 2022 Comprehensive Plan. The Public Hearing will be conducted online only.ย Join: by Zoom videoconference...
Jan 30, 2022 | Announcements, From the Mayor, General News, Notable & Official News, Town Government News
FY 2021 Auditor’s Report and Financial Statements (PDF)
Jan 11, 2022 | Announcements, From the Mayor, Notable & Official News, Shared Use Path News, Town Government News
January 10, 2022 The Mayor has appointed the following residents to serve on the Washington Grove Connector Shared Use Pathway Project Liaison (SUPPL) Committee. Bob Booher, 111 Maple Avenue Margo Cavenagh, 125 Chestnut Avenue Jay Everhart, 118 Grove Avenue Wendy...
Dec 1, 2021 | Alerts, Announcements, Grove Alert!, Notable & Official News, Shared Use Path News, Shared Use Path Task Force: Announcements and Documents, Town Government News, What's Happening
This Special Town Meeting took place in accordance with the Town Council motion of June 30, 2021ย for the purpose of presentation of the Shared Use Pathway Connection Report to Town residents. The meeting began at 10:35 a.m. with over 100 connected devices and about...
Jun 17, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Shared Use Path News, Town Council News
Special Town Council Meeting, June 30, 2021 Wednesday, June 30, 2021 | 7:30 p.m. | McCathran Hall Council Room Remote Zoom Meeting AccessJoin via Internet: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Dial-in: 301-715-8592 , Meeting ID 297...
Jun 5, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
Mayorโs Volunteer of the Year: to Julia Cavicchi and Sita Strother for their efforts to enrich the Town with guidelines and recommendations to increase diversity by forming the Racial and Social Equity Committee. Preservation Award: to Bryant Foreman for his...
Jun 5, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Elections
2021 Washington Grove election results, announced at Town Meeting on May 8, were as follows: Mayor: John Compton, 112 votes. Write-ins: Joli McCathran 10, Marc Hansen 3, Dave Cosson, Dennis Kirschbaum, Audrey Maskery 2 each; Paul Campbell, Georgette Cole, Karen Kelly,...
Jun 5, 2021 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2021 Comprehensive Plan. The 2021 Comprehensive Plan draft versions are available on the Comprehensive Plan page of the Town website. The Agenda will be posted on the Town web site home page. Work Session Notice:...
May 10, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Ordinance Announcements, Public Hearings, Town Council News
The Mayor and Town Council will hold an electronic public hearing on Monday, May 17, 2021 at 7:30 pm by Zoom to hear public comment on the following ordinance: Ordinance 2021-05; Adopting the Town Budget for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2021, Through June 30, 2022, and...
May 10, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Ordinance Announcements, Town Council News
The Mayor and Town Council will hold an electronic public hearing on Monday, May 17, 2021 at 7:30 pm by Zoom to hear testimony on the following ordinance: Ordinance 2021-07; Setting Fees and Expiration of Archeological Permits and Retitling of Article I. To access and...
May 10, 2021 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
The 2021 Comprehensive Plan draft versions are available on the Comprehensive Plan page of the Town website. The Agenda will be posted on the Town web site home page. Work Session Notice: Wednesday May 19 at 7:30 pm. REMOTE ACCESS ONLY As part of the Townโs response...
May 7, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Posted Agendas, Town Council News, Town Elections
How to attend the Town Meeting… Saturday, May 8, 2021 | 8:00 p.m. The 2021 Annual Town Meeting will be convened electronically by Zoom videoconferencing via the internet, or by dial-in, similar to meetings conducted in Town for over a year. Remote Zoom Meeting...
Apr 3, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, April 12, 2021; 7:30pm The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at the...
Apr 3, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Elections
Nominations for Town office close April 12. Nominees so far: Mayor (one year-term) John Compton Council (two three year-terms) Christine Dibble, Audrey Maskery, Barbara Raimondo Election Day is Saturday, May 8. Eligible voters are those registered to vote in...
Apr 3, 2021 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2021 Comprehensive Plan. The 2021 Comprehensive Plan draft versions are available on the Comprehensive Plan page of the Town website. The Agenda will be posted on the Town web site home page. Work Session Notice:...
Apr 3, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Elections
The 2021 Candidates Forum will be held via Zoom on Saturday, May 1, at 3:00 pm. The candidates for Mayor and for the Town Council seats will introduce themselves and answer your questions. The Zoom link for the Candidates Forum is: https://zoom.us/j/781347688 We use a...
Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Public Hearings, Town Council News
The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 On Monday, March 8, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. the Mayor and Council...
Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, March 8, 2021; 7:30pm The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at the...
Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2021 Comprehensive Plan which is the nomenclature recommended by the Maryland Department of Planning. The 2020 Comprehensive Plan draft versions are available on the Comprehensive Plan page of the Town website. The...
Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Budget, Town Council News
Monday, March 22, 2021, 7:30 pm via Zoom The Mayor and Council will hold a work session to plan a budget for the coming year which begins on July 1, 2021. Public input is welcomed. At their April 12 meeting, the Council will adopt a recommended budget. A summary of...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Elections
New and old Town residents are reminded that Washington Grove is a self-governing municipality dependent on citizen volunteers. The office of Mayor is filled every year, as are two seats on the Town Council with three year-terms. This yearโs election will be held on...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, February 8, 2021; 7:30pm The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at the...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2020 Comprehensive Plan which is the nomenclature recommended by the Maryland Department of Planning. The 2020 Comprehensive Plan draft versions are available on the Comprehensive Plan page of the Town website. The...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Public Hearings, Town Council News
On Monday, January 11, 2021 the Mayor and Council will hold three (3) VIRTUAL public hearings on the following ordinances: Ordinance 2020-13; Amending Article I to Enable Regulation of Activity on Town Land by Resolution, to Prohibit Damage to or Removal of...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, January 11, 2021; 7:00pm The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at the...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Next work session: Monday January 25 at 7:30 pm. REMOTE ACCESS ONLY. The Agenda will be posted on the Town web site home page. Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2020 Comprehensive Plan which is the nomenclature recommended by the Maryland Department of...
Dec 5, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
Next meeting: Monday, December 14, 2020; 7:30pm The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at...
Dec 5, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2020 Comprehensive Plan which is the nomenclature recommended by the Maryland Department of Planning. The 2020 Comprehensive Plan draft versions are available on the Comprehensive Plan page of the Town website. The...
Nov 21, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Planning Commission News
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE WASHINGTON GROVE ZONING ORDINANCE TO MODIFY THE FRONT MINIMUM SETBACK REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCESSORY BUILDINGS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Elections
McCathran Hall WILL NOT be our in-person polling place for the 2020 Presidential General Election. If you plan to vote in person, you must go to Gaithersburg High School. Please go to the Maryland State website for more info;...
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, November 9, 2020; 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at; https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at...
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2020 Comprehensive Plan which is the nomenclature recommended by the Maryland Department of Planning. The 2020 Comprehensive Plan draft versions are available on the Comprehensive Plan page of the Town website. The...
Oct 4, 2020 | Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Calling all residents! The Comprehensive Plan (formerly the Master Plan) will have a new Housing Element section as required by the Maryland Department of Planning. https://washingtongrovemd.org/wpcontent/ uploads/2020/09/092120-Housing-Element- DRAFT.pdf We want YOUR...
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Elections
McCathran Hall is not our in-person voting place in November. Insteadโฆ In-Person voting on November 3: You may go to Gaithersburg High School or any of 28 Election Day Vote Centers. For Early Voting October 26 thru November 2: There will be 11 Early Voting Centers in...
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
In August, the Washington Grove Town Council and Mayor approved distributing an appeal to the Town by email asking for donations to the Capital Area Food Bank. The action was spearheaded by Kathie Evans. This effort collected $7,600.00 for the food bank. Thank you,...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, Sept. 14, 2020; 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at; https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Mayorโs Kudos...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Please note the 2020 Master Plan draft versions are available on the Master Plan page of the Town website. The Agenda will be posted on the Town web site home page. Work Session Notice: Wednesday September 16 at 7:30 pm. REMOTE ACCESS ONLY As part of the Townโs...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
In March, the MCDOT study of three alternative multi-use pathway routes to connect the Town to the County Bikeways system at Crabbs Branch Way began in earnest following input from residents. Progress has been slower than planned during the epidemic, but the report...
Aug 6, 2020 | Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, August 10, 2020; 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at; https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at...
Aug 6, 2020 | Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Please note the 2020 Master Plan draft versions are available on the Master Plan page of the Town website. The Agenda will be posted on the Town web site home page. Work Session Notice: Wednesday August 19 at 7:30 pm. REMOTE ACCESS ONLY As part of the Town’s...
Aug 6, 2020 | Notable & Official News, Ordinance Announcements
Ordinance 2020-01 (PDF)ย incorporates a new Montgomery County law banning the use of certain registered pesticides on lawns by commercial companies and individuals on private property as also applying in Washington Grove. Copies of the ordinance are available at the...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, July 13, 2020; 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Ordinance Announcements, Public Hearings, Town Council News
The Washington Grove Town Council will hold a VIRTUAL public hearing on July 13, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. to hear public testimony on proposed Ordinance 2020-01; Amending Article XIII โApplication of County Legislation: to include Chapter 33B โPesticides” (PDF)....
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Resolution Announcements
The Public is invited to comment on Resolution No. 2020-08; Authorizing Deer Management Bow Hunting Sessions pdf that was introduced at the June Town Council meeting. Written comment should be emailed in advance to the Town Clerk ([email protected]). Live public...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News, Planning Commission News
Please note the 2020 Master Plan draft versions are available on the Master Plan page of the Town website . Work Session Notice: Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 7:00 pm. REMOTE ACCESS ONLY. As part of the Town’s response to the COVID-19 crisis, this Master Plan Work...
May 31, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
Mayor’s Volunteer of the Year: …to Joan Mahaffey for her tireless efforts to preserve the woods and many other contributions to Town issues. Preservation Award: …to Dick Cavicchi and Gretchen Horlacher for their renovations at 127 Grove Avenue....
May 31, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Elections
Chairman of the Board of Elections Supervisors Nick Suzich reported the results of the Town election at the Annual Meeting on May 9, 2020. There were 176 ballots cast. Mayor: One-Year Term John G. Compton 147 votes Joli McCathran 3 votes Craig English 1 vote Joe Clark...
May 31, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Budget, Town Elections
The property tax rate for the fiscal year beginning July 1 will decrease to the constant yield rate of $0.2587/$100 assessed valuation. The dwelling unit charge, tied to the cost of trash and recycling collection, will remain at $130 per dwelling per year. Copies of...
May 4, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News, Town Elections
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! The Washington Grove Annual Town Meeting to be held electronically on Saturday May 9th at 8:00 p.m. You won’t want to miss this the 2020 Annual Town Meeting! For the first time we will conduct the Annual Town Meeting entirely electronically,...
May 4, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, May 18, 2020; 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-7158592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at the...
May 4, 2020 | Historic Preservation News, Notable & Official News
Next meeting: Tuesday, May 19, 2020; 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM. https://zoom.us/j/578809278 Dial-in: 301 715 8592 Meeting ID: 578 809 278 Password: none 2020 Updated and Expanded WG Historic District nomination available...
May 4, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Wednesday, May 20, 2020, 7:30 pm REMOTE ACCESS ONLY. As part of the Town’s response to the COVID-19 crisis, this Master Plan Work Session will be conducted online, rather than in person. Residents and the public may access by Dialing in to: 301-715-8592 and...
Apr 24, 2020 | Notable & Official News, Town Elections
[ Application for Absentee Ballot – 2020 Town Election ] We are still planning on holding Town elections on May 9, 2020. We have an absentee and emergency ballot provision that will allow us to vote remotely if necessary. If restrictions are relaxed to some...
Apr 24, 2020 | From the Mayor, Notable & Official News
Today in Washington Grove, the COVID-19 pandemic is challenging us individually and together as society. I want to offer my personal take on these two challenges. We – as a community of families and individuals – have risen to the challenge of complying...
Apr 24, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Ordinance Announcements, Permits & Regulation News, Planning Commission News
The Planning Commission has revised PW&P permit instructions to reflect updates to the Code of Ordinances enacted by the Town Council. The PW&P permit is required for any excavating or other work in public ways or on town property. This now includes new or...
Apr 6, 2020 | Announcements, Historic Preservation News, Notable & Official News
Assisted by the HPC, the consulting firm of Robinson and Associates recently completed an updated and extended nomination for the Washington Grove Historic District listing on the National Register of Historic Places. This will replace the original 1980 listing....
Mar 6, 2020 | Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, March 9, 2020; 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. The public is invited to attend. Actions at the February meeting include: Acceptance of a bid from Snider & Assoc. for $7,800.00 for plats and boundary marking in the West Woods. Approval of Ord....
Mar 6, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
UPDATE – 03.13.20 / Because of the threats posed by the COVID-19 virus, the Special Town Meeting scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2020 will be cancelled. It is uncertain when a Special Town Meeting for this purpose can be rescheduled. John G. Compton, Mayor...
Mar 6, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
On Wednesday March 18 there will be a Planning Commission Master Plan work session at 7:30 pm in the Council Room. We will be reviewing/revising MP2020-021920-Working-Draft. On February 19 we accepted changes to Section 8 (Commercial Corner). Some significant changes...
Feb 4, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, February 10, 2020; 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. The public is invited to attend. Actions at the January meeting include: Deferred any discussion of Resolution 2019-13; Providing for Proper Governance of Washington Grove Committees to February...
Feb 4, 2020 | Announcements, Historic Preservation News, Notable & Official News
Next meeting: Tuesday, February 18, 2020; 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. All meetings are open to the public. Town Volunteer Historic Sign Restoration Project: Video and Preservation Award! Have you seen the video yet?? If you are not on the Listserv, or were simply...
Feb 4, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
On Wednesday February 19 there will be a Planning Commission work session at 7:30 pm in the Council room. We will be reviewing/revising January’s working draft (available on the Town web site). On January 15 we re-worked the Introduction and Sections 1 and 2. It...
Jan 7, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Public Hearings, Town Council News, Zoning
The Washington Grove Town Council will hold a Public hearing on Monday, January 13, 2020, 7:00 p.m. in McCathran Hall, 300 Grove Ave. Washington Grove, Maryland. The purpose of this hearing is for public testimony regarding Ordinance No. 2019-18 pdf; Amending the...
Jan 7, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, January 13, 2020; 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. The public is invited to attend. Actions at the December meeting include: Continuation of discussion about Resolution 2019-13 pdf; Providing for Proper Governance of Washington Grove Committees....
Jan 7, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
The next 2019/20 Master Plan Work Session will be at 7:30 p.m. on January 15 in the Town Council Room. New submissions on the Bike Path (Section 3.4), on Section 6.3.2 (Brown Street Corridor) and 6.3.3 (Ridge Road Corridor), and Section 7 (Water Resource Management)...
Dec 7, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, December 9, 2019; 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. The public is invited to attend. Actions at the November meeting include: Enactment of Ord. 2019-15; Amending Article III Traffic, Vehicles and Transportation, Section 14, Construction in Public...
Dec 7, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Ordinance Announcements, Public Hearings, Town Council News
The Washington Grove Town Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, January 13, 2020, 7:00 p.m. in McCathran Hall, 300 Grove Ave. Washington Grove, Maryland. The purpose of this hearing is for public testimony regarding Ordinance No. 2019-18 pdf; Amending the...
Dec 7, 2019 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
The Planning Commission will be taking a Master Plan Work Session break in December. Our next 2019 Master Plan Work Session will be on January 15, 2020. New submissions on the Bike Path (Section 3.4), on Section 6.3.2 (Brown Street Corridor) and 6.3.3 (Ridge Road...
Nov 3, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Public Hearings, Town Council News
The Washington Grove Town Council will hold a public hearing on NOVEMBER 11, 2019, at 7:30 p.m. in McCathran Hall, 300 Grove Ave, to hear public testimony on proposed Ordinance #2019-15 pdf; Expanding Applicability of the Public Ways and Property Permit. Copies of the...
Nov 3, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Public Hearings, Town Council News
The Washington Grove Town Council will hold a public hearing on NOVEMBER 11, 2019, at 7:30 p.m. in McCathran Hall, 300 Grove Ave, to hear public testimony on proposed Ordinance #2019-17 pdf; Enacting Article XVIII Small Wireless Telecommunications Facilities and...
Nov 3, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, November 11, 2019; 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. The public is invited to attend. Actions at the October meeting include: Revised Resolution 2019-13; Providing for Proper Governance of Washington Grove Committees accepted by amendment....
Nov 3, 2019 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
The next 2019 Master Plan Work Session will be on November 20th at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. A copy of the latest 2019 Master Plan Working Draft and the draft minutes from each work session is available on the Town web site as a link on the Master Plan...
Oct 2, 2019 | Notable & Official News, Ordinance Announcements, Resolution Announcements
This Resolution 2019-13 pdf was introduced at the August meeting of the Town Council to encourage adoption of bylaws by town committees in order to facilitate volunteerism. This has jump-started discussion of whether and how the Town Council should provide guidance to...
Oct 2, 2019 | Notable & Official News, Ordinance Announcements
The Washington Grove Town Council will hold a public hearing on October 14, 2019, at 7:30 p.m. in McCathran Hall, 300 Grove Ave, to hear public testimony on proposed Ordinance #2019-14 pdf Authorizing the Sale of Part of Former Alley and Part of Former Park in Block...
Oct 2, 2019 | Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, October14, 2019; 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. The public is invited to attend. Actions at the September meeting include: Introduction of Ord. #2019-14; Authorizing the Sale of Part of Former Alley and Part of Former Park in Block 11 Adjacent to...
Oct 2, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
October 20, 2:00 – 4:30 pm in McCathran Hall You are invited to join neighbors and friends on Sunday, October 20 for an informal get-together and conversation with Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. This is not a campaign event but an opportunity to...
Oct 2, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Ordinance Announcements, Public Hearings
The Washington Grove Town Council will hold a public hearing on NOVEMBER 11, 2019, at 7:30 p.m. in McCathran Hall, 300 Grove Ave, to hear public testimony on proposed Ordinance #2019-15 pdf Expanding Applicability of the Public Ways and Property Permit. Copies of the...
Sep 6, 2019 | Announcements, Historic Preservation News, Notable & Official News
The draft copy of the updated and expanded National Register of Historic Places Historic District Nomination is available as a pdf on the Town website. This document, prepared by our consultants, Robinson & Associates, contains a wealth of information about the...
Sep 6, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, September 9, 2019; 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. The public is invited to attend. Actions at the August meeting include: Appointment of Nicho’s Trees Advisory Committee (3 members and a liaison) Approval of Ord.#2019-03; Sale of Land...
Sep 6, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Ordinance Announcements, Town Council News
At a Special Town Council meeting on August 28, 2019, the Town Council enacted Ordinance 2019-12; Authorizing the Sale of Land Occupied by a Main Building at 409 5th Avenue Constructed in Part on Land Owned by the Town of Washington Grove. The title of this ordinance...
Sep 6, 2019 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
2019 Master Plan Work Session will be held on September 18. We will be reviewing a new submission on the Bike Path (Section 3.4). We will review new material and also decisions made on Sections 5 and 6 on August 21, then continue on to Section 6.3 now re-titled...
Aug 3, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
The Historic Preservation Commission was pleased to provide a tour of the Town for seven representatives from the Maryland State Archives on Monday, July 22. Maria Day, Director of Special Collections and Conservation, requested the tour for herself, staff members and...
Aug 3, 2019 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
A 2019 Master Plan Work Session will be held on August 21. We will be reviewing decisions made on Sections 5 and 6 on July 17, then continue on to Section 6.3 now re-titled “Other Sensitive Areas.” This will include Maple Lake. If time permits we will...
Aug 3, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Public Hearings, Town Council News
* WEDNESDAY, August 28, 2019 7:30 PM, MCCATHRAN HALL PUBLIC HEARING & SPECIAL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING Purpose of the Public Hearing: To take public comment regarding the proposed Ordinance 2019-12; Authorizing the Sale of Land Occupied by a Main Building at 409...
Aug 3, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
At the August 12th Town Council meeting, Resolution 2019-10 Authorizing Deer Management Bow Hunting Sessions will be considered. This Resolution is in accordance with Ordinance 2019-04 enacted April 8, which permits with conditions deer management hunt sessions in the...
Jun 30, 2019 | Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, July 8, 2019; 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. The public is invited to attend. Actions at the June meeting include: Approval of Resolution 2019-09; Budget Transfers Approval of Robert Johnson as Alternate on Planning...
Jun 30, 2019 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Work will resume on July 17. The group will be concentrating on Section 6, Recreation and Parks. The latest 2019 Master Plan Working Draft and the draft minutes from each work session are available. [ Work Session Agenda ]
Jun 30, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Mayor, John G. Compton: 301-330-8264 (h), 240-432-5700 (c) [email protected] Darrell Anderson: 301-963-8555 [email protected] Historic Preservation Commission, Sign Restoration Project, Conservation Meadow, Roads & Walkways Charlie Challstrom:...
Jun 1, 2019 | Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Mayor’s Volunteer of the Year …to Dan Tutas for his years of dedication to picking up trash on Railroad St, Washington Grove Lane, and in our woods. Preservation Award …to Judy and Ed Mroczka and their renovation of 107 Grove Avenue. FY 2020 Budget...
Jun 1, 2019 | Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, June 10, 2019; 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. The public is invited to attend. Actions at the May meeting include: Approval of Ordinance 2019-05; Adopting Town Budget and Tax Rate for FY 2020. Election of Darrell Anderson as Mayor Pro Tempore....
Jun 1, 2019 | Announcements, Dog Park News, Notable & Official News
Join us on Saturday, June 15 at 3 p.m. for a Grand Opening Dogstravaganza celebration. We’ll be pawtying at the pawk.Due to The Dog Spot’s small size and limit of six dogs in the pawk at any time, please either bring your dog on leash, or come alone. Learn...
Apr 27, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News, Town Elections
To be held Saturday, May 4, one week before the Town elections in McCathran Hall at 3:00 P.M. Please join us! This is your chance to meet the candidates as well as officeholders not currently up for re-election. Come with your questions, talk to the Mayor and Council...
Apr 27, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News, Town Elections
Municipal Election Day is Saturday, May 11, per our Town Charter. Polls are open from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the Town Office. The annual Town Meeting is at 8:00 p.m. Absentee ballots may be obtained up to 10 days before by submitting an application, available from the Town...
Apr 27, 2019 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News, Planning Commission News
On Wednesday May 15 there will be a Planning Commission work session at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. We will be reviewing/revising the 2019 Master Plan Working Draft. We expect to be working on Sections 5 (Recreation and Parks) and 6 (Environmental Concerns). The...
Mar 30, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Public Hearings, Town Council News
The Washington Grove Town Council will hold a public hearing on April 8, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. in McCathran Hall, 300 Grove Ave, to hear public testimony on proposed Ordinance 2019-04 pdf Adopting Amendments to the Washington Grove Code of Ordinances Article 1, Public...
Mar 30, 2019 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News, Planning Commission News
On Wednesday April 17 there will be a Planning Commission work session at 7:30 pm in the octagon. We will be reviewing/revising the 2019 Master Plan Working Draft. In March we worked on Section 2.3 and Section 3.8, 3.9, 3.10, and 3.11. Section 3.9 still needs to be...
Mar 30, 2019 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
Election Day will be Saturday, May 11 this year, and will be followed by the annual Town Meeting. The office of Mayor and two Council seats will be open. NOMINATIONS CLOSE APRIL 8! Written nominations require the consent of the nominee and endorsement signatures from...