St. Patrick’s Dr., Western Pkwy. lane closures start June 18
The Department of Public Works plans intermittent lane closures that will take place on St. Patrick’s Drive between Smallwood Drive and U.S. Route 301 and on Western Parkway between St. Patrick’s Drive and Plaza Way. The construction is scheduled from Monday, June 18, to Friday, July 13, weather permitting. These roads will be undergoing a repaving project and will be limited to one lane with traffic control. Please expect delays.
For more information, call the Department of Public Works Roads Division at 301-932-3450. Citizens with special needs may contact the Maryland Relay Service at 711, or Relay Service TDD: 800-735-2258.
Bay-CSS extends heartfelt goodbye to board member Del. Sophocleus
The board of directors and all of us at Bay Community Support Services would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Del. Theodore “Ted” Sophocleus (D-Anne Arundel) who passed away peacefully on Friday, June 8, with his family at his side.
Sophocleus truly believed in the Bay-CSS mission and was a valued member of our board of directors for over 12 years. He was an advocate for disabilities and used his position as a Maryland state delegate to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. He will be truly missed at Bay Community Support Services.
Hurricane season is here: Are you prepared?
Prepare for the Atlantic hurricane season that began June 1 and lasts until Nov. 30.
Hurricane hazards come in many forms: storm surge, high winds, tornadoes and flooding. Preparation is the best protection against the dangers of a hurricane. Take the time today to ensure you and your family are ready for all hurricane and severe storm disasters.
A hurricane watch is when hurricane conditions are a threat within 48 hours. Review your hurricane plans, keep informed and be ready to act if a warning is issued.
A hurricane warning is when hurricane conditions are expected within 36 hours. Complete your storm preparations and leave the area if directed by authorities.
Prepare an emergency kit that contains: a threeday supply of water (one gallon per person per day); a three-day supply of non-perishable food; a battery-powered radio and batteries; flashlight with extra batteries; first aid kit; medications and medical items; toiletries and personal hygiene items; cell phone and chargers; family and emergency contact information; extra cash; and baby/pet supplies.
Develop a family communication plan. Know how you will contact one another and reconnect if separated.
Trim trees and shrubs around your home so they are more wind resistant.
Clear loose and clogged rain gutters and drain spouts.
Consider installing a generator for emergencies.
Check your emergency kit and replace or restock as needed.
Bring in loose items that can be picked up by the wind (bicycles, lawn furniture, etc.).
Close your windows and doors. Turn off propane tank. Fill your car’s gas tank. Listen to a NOAA weather radio for critical information from the National Weather Service.
Obey evacuation orders. Avoid flooded roads and washed out bridges.
Go to the following websites for more information on hurricane and severe storm safety tips: www. Ready.gov, www.Weather. gov/os/water/tadd/ and www.spc.noaa.gov/faq/ tornado/safety.html.
Residents are urged to register/review their profiles for the latest county news updates and alerts from Charles County Government, Charles County Public Schools, Charles County Sheriff’s Office and the National Weather Service. To register for CNS, go to www.CharlesCountyMD. gov/CNS.
For the latest county sever weather updates, go to www.CharlesCountyMD.gov, www.Facebook.com/CharlesCounty, www.Twitter.com/ CharlesCoMD or Comcast channel 95 or Verizon channel 10.
The SMECO Power Outage Map it at stormcenter.smeco.coop (call 877-747-6326 to report an outage).
County EV charging stations unavailable June 27-28
Charles County Government announced that the following electric vehicle (EV) charging stations will be unavailable from Wednesday, June 27, through Thursday, June 28, while the charging equipment is being replaced:
• P.D. Brown Library, 50 Village St., Waldorf.
• Potomac Branch Library, 3225 Ruth B Swann Drive, Indian Head.
• Crain Memorial Welcome Center, 12480 Crain Highway, Newburg.
The existing EV charging stations at these locations, installed in 2012, will be replaced and upgraded with new ChargePoint CT4000 Level 2 EV Charging Stations. The CT4000 units are equipped with two Level 2 ports for faster charging sessions. ChargePoint is the largest and most open electric vehicle charging network in the world, with more than 49,900 charging locations.
For questions, contact Beth Groth at 301-6450684 or email GrothB@ CharlesCountyMD.gov. Citizens with special needs may contact the Maryland Relay Service at 711, or Relay Service TDD: 800-735-2258.