What's Going on Around Town???
 
  March 2013

Events & News
Upcoming Meetings:

Council Workshop, Monday, March 4, 2013 @ 7:00 p.m.
Town Council Meeting: Monday, March 18, 2013 @ 7:30 p.m.
 

Income Tax Information
When filing your Maryland State income tax forms, please indicate that you reside in the Town of Landover Hills. Your subdivision number 1726, should appear on the forms. This allows the State of Maryland to share local income taxes with local governments. Your efforts will not increase your tax obligations but

Town Elections
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Polls open 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.

 Vote

The next town election will be held on Tuesday, May 14. 2013 One Council seat from each Ward will be up for election.  All positions elected in 2013, shall serve a four year term which will end in 2017.

Anyone who is currently registered with the Board of Election Supervisors of Prince George's County and whose registration displays a Landover Hills address shall be eligible to vote in the Town election. Mail- in voter registration forms may be obtained at the Landover Hills Town Hall. Absentee ballots may be requested in writing. Absentee ballots must be received at the Landover Hills Town Hall, 6904 Taylor Street, Landover Hills, MD 20784, no later than Monday, May 13, 2013 at 4 p.m.

Qualifications

Any candidate wishing to run for the office of Council member must have resided in their Ward for at least one year immediately preceding their election and shall be qualified voters of the Town. They must maintain residence in the Ward they represent during their entire term of office.

Declaration of Candidacy

Any person wishing to be a candidate for an elected office must submit to the Town Manager not less than forty-five (45) days nor more than ninety (90) days prior to the election a petition under oath in support of his/her candidacy setting forth the following:

1. The candidate is a registered voter of the Town.

2. The candidate will have attained the required age (21) for the office he/she is seeking on or before the Election Day.

3. The candidate has been a resident of the Town (or Ward if running for Councilmember) for one year immediately preceding the date of election.

4. The Ward in which the candidate resides and the number of years he/she resided in that ward.

5. The name of the office sought.

Petitions can be picked up at Town Hall. Petitions no longer require  signatures from residents in the candidate's ward.
 
 

2013 Election Calendar

February 14, 2013- the first day that candidacy petitions may be submitted to the Town Manager

March 29, 2013- last day candidacy petitions may be submitted to the Town Manager

April 15, 2013- last day to register to vote for the May 08, 2007 election.

May 13, 2013- last day absentee ballots will be accepted.

May 14, 2013- Election Day


Old Flags
flag

If you have an old flag that you would like to properly dispose of, please drop it off at Town Hall. We will be collecting flags and
 turning them over to a Veteran's Organization for proper disposal. Any question, please call Town Hall at 301-773-6401


Tires
tires

If you have old tires that you need to get rid of, please place them at the curbside for pick- up. They will not be picked up by the trash company, but by the public works department for disposal. If you would like to arrange a special  pick-up for tires, call Town Hall at 301-773- 6401.

Neighborhood News
The Town is looking for "Neighborhood News" to put in the Town's newsletter, Cable Station and Web Page. If you would like to submit an item please call 301-773-6401 or e-mail the town at LNDVRHLLS@aol.com. Suggested items are birth announcements, graduations, birthdays, death notices, family members in the military, anniversaries etc.
 


In Case of Emergency (ICE)

Paramedics will turn to a victim's cell phone for clues to that persons identity. You can make their job much easier with a simple idea that they are trying to get everyone to adopt: ICE.

ICE stands for In Case of Emergency. If you add an entry in the contacts list in your cell phone under ICE, with the name and phone number of the person that the emergency services should call on your behalf, you can save them a lot of time and have your loved ones contacted quickly. It only takes a few moments of your time to do.

Paramedics know what ICE means and they look for it immediately. ICE your cell phone NOW!


 

Special Note about Refrigerators

When putting out refrigerators for bulk trash pick-up, remember you must first REMOVE THE DOORS! Refrigerators pose a real hazard to small children who may suffocate after climbing into them and getting trapped.

 

Volunteers Needed

The Landover Hills Volunteer Fire Department is looking for individuals who are willing to help save peoples lives. If you are at least 18 years of age, and if you live in the Prince George's County area and are looking for exciting ways to help your community then you have the opportunity to join.
They are also looking for administrative help.
If you are interested in volunteering, please call:
301-583-1914 ask for Nancy
240-832-8689 ask for Tom
Pager: 301-454-2555
 


 

We Need Volunteers
The Cottage City/Colmar Manor Fire Department is looking for Good Men and Women to be Volunteers.
FIREFIGHTERS, EMT'S AND ADMIN PEOPLE NEEDED!
If you are interested in joining call 301-927-0189 and ask for J.J.

*** Note: We also can help out school age children that need community service hours for school.

College Park Aviation Museum Tours
Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit the museum and view the memorabilia related to significant achievements in aviation since the time of the Wright Brothers. Group tours by appointment. College Park Aviation Museum, 1985 Cpl. Frank Scott Drive, College Park. Fee: $4/adults, $3/seniors & groups, $2 students and children Information: 301-864-6029

Veteran's Memorial
The Town is in the planning phase of building a memorial to honor the Veteran's of Landover Hills. If you are a Veteran, please contact Town Hall with your name, dates of service and branch of service.


 

Nine Reasons You Should Plant Trees

1.    Trees conserve energy in the summer, and save you money. Properly planted trees can         cut your air-conditioning costs by 15-35%.

2.    Trees help clean the air. Trees produce the oxygen we breathe, and remove air pollution by lowering air temperature, through respiration, and by retaining particulates.

3.    Trees bring songbirds close by. Birdsong will fill the air as trees provide nesting sites, food, and cover for countless species.

4.    Trees around your home can increase its value by up to 15% or more. Studies of comparable houses with and without trees place a markedly higher value on those whose yards are sheltered by trees.

5.    Trees help clean our rivers and streams. Trees hold the soil in place and reduce polluted runoff into our waterways.

6.    Trees conserve energy in the winter. Trees can slow cold winter winds and cut your heating costs 10-20%.

7.    Trees fight global warming. They remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, the major contributor to the threat of global warming. Trees planted near our homes and in our communities moderate temperatures and reduce the need for air conditioning and heating produced by burning fossil fuels, a major source of excess atmospheric carbon dioxide.

8.    Trees make your home, and your neighborhood, more beautiful. Trees mark the changing of the seasons, and add grace and seasonal color. Trees make a house feel like a home.

9.    Trees are fun! Planting and caring for trees can be a great family and community activity.

Meals on Wheels of Cheverly
You can help your home bound Landover Hills neighbors in less than 2 hours a week!
If you are available on weekdays between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm, please volunteer.
People are needed to drive, deliver meals to the door and to work in the office.
Volunteers work one day every week, every other week, or every four weeks. People also are needed who can substitute.
Call today and leave a message.
The number is 301-618-3930.

 

School Bus and Bus Stop Concerns
If you observe school buses speeding or not observing traffic laws or are experiencing a problem with children waiting for or departing from school buses, please call Mr. Holiday( Prince George's County School System) at 301-952-6572.


 
 

Code Enforcement Reminders


 

Recycling

 If you should have any problems with re-cycling or need a new container, please call the following number: 301-952-7630.