Community Conversations: East County

This summer, I will be hosting a series of conversations aimed at creating safe and vibrant communities. These discussions are a platform for us to address the increasing crime rates in Montgomery County, which are affecting our businesses and the community at large. By working together, we can proactively address these concerns and ensure the safety of everyone in our community.

I am partnering with each Regional Services Center Director on this initiative, with one event at each location. Here are the dates and locations:

• East County Regional Services Center (3300 Briggs Chaney Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20904), Monday, July 8th, 6-8 p.m.
• Upcounty Regional Services Center (12900 Middlebrook Road, Germantown, MD 20874), Tuesday, July 9th, 6-8 p.m.
• Wheaton Library & Recreation Center (11701 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902), Wednesday, July 17th, 6-8 p.m.
• Silver Spring Civics Center (1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD 20910), Wednesday, July 24th, 6-8 p.m.
• Bethesda Chevy-Chase Regional Services Center (4805 Edgemoor Ln, Bethesda, MD 20814), Thursday, July 25th, 6-8 p.m.

I am excited to collaborate on this initiative with our Regional leaders, MCPD, the Collaboration Council, WorkSource Montgomery, the Chambers of Commerce, and other partners. Each group's contribution is vital as we share our work on positive youth development, public safety, and economic development. We will also have resource tables and provide a platform for residents to voice their ideas and concerns at each event.

Please email [email protected] with any questions you may have. I hope to see you out in the community! Don’t forget to spread the word.

Host or Publisher Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles