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THE CASE OF THE MISSING BINS: City council discusses missing compost bins. P. 4 TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS: New column features local businesses and owners. P. 5
VOL. 17 NO. 3
HYATTSVILLE’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER
MARCH 2020
Council reviews preliminary Magruder Pointe plan By Sophie Gorman Oriani
Dance students from the Jim Henson Center for Visual and Performing Arts Academy perform during Northwestern High School’s “Of African Descent” production. KELSEY MANNIX
There was much discussion during the Feb. 3 and Feb. 18 city council meetings, as the members reviewed a preliminary plan of subdivision (PPS) for the upper parcel of the Magruder Pointe development. The proposal, which has already been viewed by the City of Hyattsville Planning Committee, outlines the layout of a proposed 31 lots in the upper parcel SEE MAGRUDER ON 12
Celebrating African history through art
Despite city opposition, liquor board OKs license transfer
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By Sophie Gorman Oriani
NORTHWESTERN HIGH SCHOOL
As people filed in to Northwestern High School’s auditorium on Feb. 13 for the Jim Henson Center for Visual and Performing Arts Academy’s “Of African Descent” production, they were greeted with upbeat music from various African cultures playing over the sound system. Those beats set the tone for the eve-
ning’s educational celebration of culture and diversity. Students sang, danced, played instruments and performed theatrical readings showcasing various aspects of African culture — the successes, the challenges and everything in between. The production coincided with the International Decade for People of African Descent, which is an initiative of the United Nations
designed to raise awareness of the contributions people of African descent have made to the global community and to “propose concrete measures to promote their full inclusion and combat racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance,” according to the U.N.’s website. The official decade runs from 2015-2024. At the beginning of the program, Sekou SEE NHS ON 8
At the city council meeting on Jan. 21, the council approved a motion authorizing the mayor to send a letter opposing the transfer of Lee’s Liquor liquor license. Lee’s Liquor applied to transfer their license from 2903 SEE LIQUOR ON 9
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Developer urged to use brighter colors in housing proposal By Aneurin Canham-Clyne For the second week in a row, representatives of Fairfield Residential fielded questions and concerns from City of Hyattsville representatives about a proposed development on Toledo Road. On Feb. 25, Bryan Condie, Fairfield’s manager of development, and Thomas Haller, an attorney representing the company, presented a detailed site plan for a 300-plus-unit housing development to the city’s planning committee. As part of the city’s development review process, Fairfield presented their development plans to the city council, first, on Feb. 18. They then shared these plans with the planning committee, whose job it is to make a recommendation and provide comments for the city council to consider when the development plans come before them as a discussion item. The planning committee voted to recommend that the city council approve the overall plan, including some design elements that go against the Transit District Development Plan — specifically a lower ceiling in one retail space and two slight setbacks from the line developers are required to build to. Some committee members voiced skepticism about elements of Fairfield’s plan, however, especially its color scheme. David Marshall, a planning committee member, recommended that the developers opt for bold, bright colors. “I like bright; I like cheerful.
Mayor Candace Hollingsworth grills Fairfield Residential representatives about a proposed development’s accessibility at the Feb. 18 city council meeting. ANEURIN CANHAM-CLYNE
I’m tired of brown and tan and beige. The city puts a lot of emphasis on art and artists, as you see on this side of the city; some of that needs to migrate to where your project is,” he said. Marshall also objected to the use of pavers in crosswalks, saying that vehicles tend to pull them up from the pavement, causing a mess. Committee member Todd Dengel agreed with Marshall’s assessment of the black-andwhite color scheme and recommended the developers look at Miami’s Wynwood district and North Bethesda’s Pike & Rose development for two very different approaches to color. Managing Editor Maria D. James maria@hyattsvillelife.com
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“Wynwood is a good example, an extreme example, of a unique and interesting color palette,” Dengel said. “Pike & Rose is a more traditional, yet beautifully designed, aesthetic.” At the meeting on Feb. 18, Condie addressed concerns about the color scheme, saying, “We are open to different color patterns, [but] we don’t like to be bold. We’re not a bold company. We’re not the trendsetters when it comes to new looks. But we are open to suggestions, if staff has something in mind.” The planning committee voted to recommend that the developers work with city staff Writers & Contributors Victoria Boucher, Aneurin Canham-Clyne, Sydney Clark, Juliette Fradin, Kelsey Mannix, Fred Seitz, Anna Walker Board of Directors Joseph Gigliotti — President and General Counsel Chris Currie — Vice President Reva Harris — Treasurer Rosanna Landis Weaver, Gretchen Brodtman, Debra Franklin, T. Carter Ross, Emily Strab Maria D. James — Ex Officio Circulation: Copies are distributed monthly by U.S. mail to every address in Hyattsville. Additional copies are distributed to libraries, selected businesses, community centers and churches in the city. Total circulation is 9,300. HL&T is a member of the National Newspaper Association.
“I like bright; I like cheerful. I’m tired of brown and tan and beige. The city puts a lot of emphasis on art and artists, as you see on this side of the city; some of that needs to migrate to where your project is.” David Marshall, planning committee member
to identify possible color palettes. The committee recommended that the company take steps to improve crosswalks along Toledo Road, without specifying how. They also recommended that the developers look into the possibility of installing solar panels and consider other sustainability options. When Assistant City Administrator Jim Chandler recommended that the developers place the transformers below grade, Condie responded that burying transformers is difficult, and that Fairfield would prefer to surround the transformers with decorative metal screening. “[Installing below grade is] cost-prohibitive for this type of development,” Condie said. Overall, the planning committee’s responses were in line with those of city staff during the Feb. 18 presentation, during which Chandler said, “The detailed site plan for this parcel checks a lot of the boxes that are consistent with the Transit District Development Plan.” Chandler noted, though, that city staff still wanted to see some significant changes to the development plan, including the aforementioned buried power transformers. At the Feb. 18 city council meeting, Mayor Candace Hollingsworth grilled Haller and Condie about access to 10 proposed units that would have steps facing the street. Hollingsworth was concerned these units would pose an accessibility challenge for elderly and disabled residents. The developers sought to assure her that the building would be accessible, given its multiple elevators and internal hallways. “There’s ADA [Americans with Disabilities Act] compliance, but then there’s the dynamic of individuals who are getting older,” Hollingsworth said. “It’s not that they are wheelchair bound; it’s just that even the slightest amount of elevation can be a bit concerning.” At the end of the Feb. 18 meeting, Hollingsworth underscored that the city seeks a productive relationship with Fairfield, saying, “While I recognize that you disagree with almost every one of the modifications that were proposed, I appreciate that you respected us enough to give a little bit of insight into your thinking.”
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Where’s my compost bin? By Sydney Clark A city councilmember wants the City of Hyattsville to purchase more compost containers to accommodate the expanded number of participants in the city’s program. He also is promoting a feasibility study for a project that could reduce waste by half. Councilmember Danny Schaible (Ward 2), the lead
sponsor of the request for more compost containers, said at the March 2 council meeting that there are issues with the fivegallon buckets that the city provided during the compost pilot program. Similar problems plague bins that residents have bought on their own. “It doesn’t have wheels; it can get kind of heavy; if a hard wind comes around, [the bucket] is round, and it can disappear on
you,” said Schaible. Hyattsville Environment Committee (HEC) Secretary Jim Groves said at the committee’s Feb. 11 meeting that composting bins also go missing from properties. “As we’ve seen on the HOPE [Hyattsville Organization for a Positive Environment] community listserve, there’s a bucket bandit out there,” said Groves. “It seems silly because it might
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be a $3 or $5 bucket from Home Depot, but it ticks people off, and some people bought some expensive buckets.” Hyattsville City Police Department (HCPD) hasn’t received many reports of missing buckets, though. While HCPD couldn’t state how many reports had been received, Public Information Officer and Acting Lt. Zachary Nemser said in a recent phone call that individuals caught taking compost bins would receive a citation and could be charged with theft. “I think part of the problem is [that the buckets] look like something that people might be putting out on the curb to give away, rather than to have their compost picked up,” said Schaible. Nemser suggested that residents clearly label their compost containers. He also said it might be helpful to purchase an inexpensive GPS tracker to attach to personal bins. Schaible said that residents expect the city to provide the containers, given that the program is a municipal service. He noted that the city provides trash and recycling bins. “For compost, maybe because it’s new, we’re counting on people to provide their own con-
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tainer, and my proposal would be for the city to provide those containers,” said Schaible. Schaible said that an ideal container would be in the 10-20 gallon range with clear lettering indicating that it is the property of the city. He added that containers should have a secure lid to prevent animal access, be sufficiently sturdy for heavy loads and have wheels for ease of use. Schaible said he does not have a target cost estimate for the additional bins. He said, however, that the city should determine how many households are currently participating in the program in order to have a better idea of how many additional bins to provide. “We want to make our purchase in alignment with our anticipated [number of] residential users,” said Schaible. The pilot composting program, which launched in 2015, had roughly 150 to 200 participants as of December 2019, according to City Arborist Dawn Taft. She said that since the program’s expansion on Jan. 6, she does not think that the city has a total count of participants. Hal W. Metzler, Jr., project manager with Hyattsville’s Department of Public Works said, “Once the county went into mixing compost with the yard waste, it’s been harder to get an accurate number of people that are actually composting.” Metzler said the cost estimate for the city to provide composting bins during the first year would be $20,000, with additional SEE COMPOST ON 8
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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS
Comptroller of Maryland means business By Anna Walker
“T
aking Care of Business” is a new Hyattsville Life & Times column, in which we seek to provide a behindthe-scenes look into how local businesses and business owners operate to make a positive impact on Hyattsville. Recently, I had the enlightening opportunity to learn how the Maryland Office of the Comptroller serves small businesses in our community. The Honorable Peter Franchot is the 33rd comptroller of Maryland. He has served as comptroller since 2006, and is a strong, independent voice and fiscal watchdog for Maryland taxpayers. “I believe in funds going into the local economy,” he said. Franchot sees small businesses as a major vehicle for establishing this ideal. Franchot works hard to recognize small businesses throughout the state, including right
Comptroller Peter Franchot visited Vigilante Coffee Company on Feb. 10 to present the business with a Certificate of Recognition as one of Maryland’s best local coffee shops. ANNA WALKER
here in Hyattsville. In February he presented a Certificate of Recognition to Vigilante Coffee Company, recognizing the popular spot as one of Maryland’s Best Local Coffee Shops for their pioneering entrepreneurship, commitment to quality coffee, and expert customer service. The certificate noted that Vigilante’s years of dedication to the perfect cup
has helped it become a landmark locally owned business that impacts the surrounding community. Andy Doyle, Vigilante’s general manager, said, “It was a pleasure to have the comptroller and his team visit us here in Hyattsville and recognize us as one of the best coffee shops in Maryland. Receiving the proclamation is an honor,
but mostly we are just proud to be a part of such a thriving local small business community here in Hyattsville.” Franchot vigorously supports the impact of small businesses on their communities and wants them to thrive and be competitive. “The bottom line is for our office to provide customer service,” he said. As tax season approaches, the Maryland Comptroller’s Office is vigilantly making sure that small businesses are aware of legislative issues on both federal and state levels that could impact them. Businesses and individuals can call 800-MDTAXES to reach a real person for information and assistance or visit marylandtaxes.gov. In addition to being a frequent patron of Hyattsville businesses, Franchot, as a member of the Maryland Board of Public Works, has approved contracts providing grant support to numerous organizations that directly impact Hyattsville, including these:
• $125,000 to the City of Hyattsville for the Hyatt Park Placemaking Project • $30,000 to the Hyattsville Community Development Corporation Board of Directors for the Hyattsville Veterans Memorial • $380,000 to the Doctors Hospital, Inc. Board of Directors for the renovations to the Doctors Community Hospital facilities in Hyattsville and District Heights “Hyattsville is successful in competing for grant funding, provides a good return on these investments, and is on the radar for doing great things,” Franchot said. “It’s a strong community under the strong leadership of Mayor [Candace] Hollingsworth. Hyattsville is on the rise.” Anna Walker is the business columnist for the Hyattsville Life & Times.
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windows, throw on a sundress and reinvent myself, organize, and detox everything negative from my life. Maybe that’s just me? But if you’re of a like mind, read on for a few tips for creating a zero-waste, minimalist space that will bring joy and clarity to your environment. Start with a ruthless decluttering. It is amazing, the amount of stuff we hold onto over time. I have become better at letting go of things, like clothes that don’t fit, were expensive, or were gifted by a loved one, books I don’t read and toys my kids don’t play with anymore. Tackling the hardest spots in your home first — your bedroom? kitchen? the kids’ play space? — makes the rest feel much easier. I always make sure everything gets a second chance at life, though. We are lucky to have many options around us for recycling and repurposing, like the HY-Swap for anything kid related (coming on May 30), the University Park Children Clothing Coop (April 4 in Hyattsville), Community Forklift for household items and Value Village for the rest. Online, you will find lots of Facebook groups, like the local Hyattsville Barter and Trade, and Buy Nothing groups. You can also sell directly through the Facebook marketplace and Craigslist for a
wider reach, or you can wait for the next city yard sale. While you clean, use a bag or a bin where you will place anything you want to donate, sell or re-gift (yes, it’s OK to do that). What about your cleaning tools? Paper towels are the most wasteful way of cleaning (and you know it). Instead, go after that dirt with reusable cloths/ wipes. Be sure to use natural fiber fabric (cotton, hemp, bamboo, etc.). Microfiber and fleece are not biodegradable, and they contribute to micro-plastic waste, which enters our water sources when you wash them. You will eventually have to toss your old microfiber cloths, and they will end up in the landfill where they’ll hang out for decades. Same with sponges, since so many are made of plastic. Switch to compostable sponges or use a lightly dampened rag, which will also get the job done. Ditch those store-bought products that are harmful to the environment, and use nontoxic products instead. Recycle a spray bottle and use it for your homemade all-purpose cleaner. A simple inexpensive recipe is to combine equal parts of warm water with vinegar. If you want to be fancy, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil (tea tree is antibacterial and great unless you have indoor pets). If you want
to be even fancier, soak citrus peels in a jar of vinegar for at least two weeks, remove the peels, and use the vinegar to make your spray. Remember that dryer lint from natural fibers, vacuumedup dirt and floor sweepings can all be composted. Don’t send them to a landfill; just add them to your compost pail. If you want to go a step further (and outside), you can also clean the air by planting a tree. Even a single tree absorbs a lot of carbon dioxide a year, while also releasing oxygen into the atmosphere. And you’ll be right in sync with the city, which has been recognized as a Tree City by the National Arbor Day Foundation for more than 25 years. (To plant a tree, you must obtain permission from the city arborist. Find the request form online on the city website.) You can also donate to organizations like One Tree Planted or the National Forest Foundation, who will plant trees on your behalf (such a donation makes a great gift too). Let’s celebrate the first day of spring, on March 20, and International Earth Day, on April 22, by throwing open the windows. Wishing you a clean home, sweet spring, and happy zero wasting! Juliette Fradin is the sustainability columnist for the Hyattsville Life & Times. Contact bonjour@ juliettefradin.com with questions and comments.
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NATURE NEARBY
A smelly invader seeking winter refuge By Fred Seitz
During courtship, the males emit pheromones and very low frequency vibrations to attract females. Though we don’t know why, males with longer and lower vibrations appear to be more successful with lady stinkers. Eggs are small and white and are often deposited on the underside of leaves. After hatching, young stink bugs develop into adults in a little over a month. Stink bugs are significant agricultural pests. They use their piercing, sucking mouthparts to extract plant fluids and inject some of their saliva. This action and fluid exchange can deform fruits, damage seeds and destroy plants. Their repertoire of victims includes apples, cherries, peaches, tomatoes, corn, grapes, soybeans and lima beans — and many others. Pesticides don’t effectively control these unwelcome, destructive beasties, since populations that may be killed off are quickly replaced by new gangs. Interestingly, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is currently studying whether some species of spiders and wasps may be effective predators of the brown stink bugs. For the local home dweller, there are some interesting DIY stink bug traps. For example, a team of Virginia Tech re-
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inter has been relatively mild this year, but the intermittent chills have encouraged a small invader to seek out residence in many homes. Brown marmorated stink bugs, agriculturally destructive insects with an annoying smell, have made their presence known in some of the residential and commercial locations I’ve visited in the past few weeks. These insects are true invaders, believed to have stowed away from China or Japan in shipping crates that arrived in the U.S. in 1998. Their first U.S. appearance was in Allentown, Pa., and they have since spread throughout the Mid-Atlantic and into approximately 34 states and some southern parts of Ontario and Quebec. The little shield-shaped invaders are about 5/8 inch long. Most adults are brown, though there are also green stink bugs, which are in the same insect family, Pentatomidae. The family name refers to the five sections of their antennae. They emit their wondrous odor, which defends them against predators, from a segment of their thorax. It’s usually easy to ID a stink bug by its, well, stink. But if you’re not entirely sure, look for some white banding on a suspect’s antennae.
searchers found that filling a foil roasting pan with water and dish soap and putting a light over the pan to lure the stink bugs eradicated 14 times more stink bugs than store-bought traps. Although I can’t vouch for its effectiveness, one of the easiest homemade traps I’ve heard about is made with a plastic two-liter soda bottle. Rinse the bottle well and cut off the upper third, then place a small battery-operated light in the bottom part. Turn the cut-off top part neck-side down and push it into the bottom part of the bottle. When the light is on, the bugs will crawl in and get trapped; then you just dump them outside. Be sure not to crush them, however, as that will release the pungent odor that gives these stinky bugs their name. And if you want to fight stink bugs on their own terms, The Pest Rangers website suggests repelling them with essential oils, like mint, or with garlic spray. Smell that, ya little stinkers! Fred Seitz is the Hyattsville Life & Times nature columnist.
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Egg Hunt & Pancakes: Join us Saturday, April 4, for some fun hoppenings in Magruder Park! First up is our annual Pancake Breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. Meals are $5 each and FREE for kids ages two and below. The Great Magruder Park Egg Hunt begins at 11 a.m., with FREE egg hunts organized by age group. Please BYOB (Bring Your Own Basket) and come enjoy the festivities with a V.I.B. (Very Important Bunny)! Reservations are recommended and can be made at www.hyattsville. org/egg-hunt. Contact Cheri Everhart at ceverhart@hyattsville.org or (301) 985-5021 for more information.
Revised FY-21 Budget Schedule: Please note that the Fiscal Year 2021 budget sessions have new dates. The proposed FY-21 budget will be introduced at the Monday, April 6 Council Meeting. Department presentations will now take place Saturday, April 18, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (with childcare provided!), and on Monday, June 1, the Council is scheduled to adopt the budget. All meetings take place at the City Building and residents are invited to attend. See you then!
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#HVLCensusDay: April 4 is also #HVLCensusDay! The day-long series of events kicks off with the Great Magruder Park Egg Hunt and Pancake event at 9 a.m., where the V.I.B. will personally complete the Census and the Complete Count Committee will be around to answer any questions. Then, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., we’ll be at the City Building where you can meet with volunteers to help canvass hard-to-count areas or enjoy food, fun, and drinks while completing your own Census on-site. By 4 p.m., we’ll be wrapping things up with a good ole’ party for all. If you’d like to volunteer or learn more information about #HVLCensusDay, please email census@ hyattsville.org. Arbor Day Celebration: Come celebrate Arbor Day with us on Sunday, April 5, at 1 p.m., at the newly redesigned McClanahan Park! We’ll be celebrating 29 years as a Tree City by planting the garden area and giving away trees, shrubs, and monarch butterfly perennials (while supplies last). For more information, call (301) 9855057 or email caistis@hyattsville.org. Movin’ with the Mayor: Dancers, this one’s for you! Join Mayor Hollingsworth for Dancing Diva April, a four-week Movin’ with the Mayor line dance class! The fun and energetic workouts will take place every Wednesday in April (except April 22), from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the City Building. All ages and exercise levels are welcome, but please bring your own mat and reusable water bottle. To RSVP, email epreston@ hyattsville.org or call (301) 985-5006 by March 27. Money for Your Business: Looking to invest in new growth for your business? Through the support of a Community Legacy grant from the State of Maryland, the City of Hyattsville is ready to match local businesses dollar-for-dollar, for an amount between $5,000 and $50,000, on exterior development projects. This includes re-painting, exterior shutters, gutters, windows, siding, doors, masonry, finishes, lighting, and signage. Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, March 23 until 4 p.m. Thursday, June 18. Visit www. hyattsville.org/facade-improvement to learn more and apply today!
Composting 101: The Citywide voluntary compost program is picking up traction! Remember that composting bins must be curbside no later than 6 a.m. on Mondays and that the program does not yet support commercial or multi-family properties. Interested in composting but unsure how to begin? Check out our how-to video at www. hyattsville.org/videos! While you’re there, subscribe and follow us on Youtube ;)
Visitors from the World Learning Organization and the International Visitors Leaders Program posing after hearing from Mayor Candace Hollingsworth, City Clerk Laura Leams, and Council President and Vicepresident Kevin Ward and Carrianna Suiter on how Hyattsville’s local elections process works, best practices, and ways they engage with the community. Visitantes de la Organizacion Aprendizaje del Mundo y el Programa de Lideres y Visitantes Internacionales posando después de escuchar de la Alcaldesa Candace Hollingsworth, la Secretaria de la Ciudad Laura Ream y al Presidente y Vicepresidenta del Concejo Kevin Ward y Carrianna Suiter sobre cómo las elecciones locales de Hyattsville funcionan, mejores practicas y maneras como ellos interactúan con la comunidad Electronics & Paint Recycling: Looking to do some spring cleaning? At no charge, you can drop off your old or unused electronics to 4633 Arundel Place on Saturday, April 11, 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. Public Works and Yuck Old Paint staff will be on-site to answer any questions you may have. Recycle wet paint, in its original container, for $5 per container (cash, check, or charge). Are you waiting on Mary Prangley Cleanup Day or Shredding Day? Don’t worry, we’ve got those scheduled for May 2 and May 23! Spring Community Yard Sale: The City’s Spring Community Yard Sale will take place April 17 – 20, during daylight hours. Participation is free, and registration, which will be open from March 16 through April 10, is voluntary. Residents who register will have their address included on a “treasure map” on the City’s website. The sale dates will also be listed on Craigslist under their Yard Sale Section with a link to the map. For more information, visit www.hyattsville.org/ yardsale or call (301) 985-5000. Anniversary Festival: The City is celebrating its 134th birthday how it always does – in style! From Thursday, April 23 through Sunday, April 26, we’ll have the carnival at Magruder Park. And Saturday’s the big day! We’ll start the day with our parade at 11 a.m., and in the evening, we’ll have live music, great adult beverages, and some pretty cool fireworks. We’re looking for community groups, majorettes, step teams, fire & police units, classic cars, and marching bands to be in this year’s parade. To be in the parade or to find more information on the festivities, visit www.hyattsville. org/anniversary or contact Cheri Everhart at (301) 985-5021.
Volunteer Opportunities
Invasive Removals: Join us at Magruder Park on Saturday, March 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., to learn how to identify and properly remove non-native, invasive plants from Magruder Woods. A set of safety guidelines and cotton work gloves are provided. Participation also helps satisfy the Maryland Student Service-Learning Requirement. To confirm if an invasive removal event is cancelled due to inclement weather, call (301) 852-8790. Meals on Wheels: Meals on Wheels of College Park (which also serves HVL) is in need of volunteers to help deliver and prepare meals to seniors and people with disabilities in nearby areas. Drivers typically deliver one day a week and two to four times a month between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. on weekdays. Kitchen volunteers, who’ll help prepare and assemble meals, are needed for one or more days a week, between 8:30 a.m. and noon on weekdays. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Volunteer Coordinator Danielle Carter at (336) 473-8525 or dscarter86@yahoo.com.
Ward Happenings
Ward 2 Community Wellness Walk: Join Mayor Hollingsworth, Police Chief Awad, and City staff for a Ward 2 Community Wellness Walk on Wednesday, March 25, at 6 p.m.! Get your steps in while discussing issues or matters of concern with City leaders. We’ll start the walk at the intersection of 40th Avenue and Madison Street. Don’t forget, we’ll be visiting Wards 3, 4, and 5 in the coming months – stay tuned! Ward 1 Check-In: Councilmembers Bart Lawrence and Kevin Ward invite those who live, work, and play in Ward 1 to come learn more about what’s happening in their community. This month’s Ward Check-In is Wednesday, March 25, at 6:30 p.m., at the City Building.
County Public Hearing: On Monday, March 23, at 7 p.m., the County District Council and Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the new proposed Zoning Ordinances for Prince George’s County. The hearing will take place at Prince George’s Community College. Residents and interested parties are encouraged to attend and provide feedback at this hearing. To view the proposed changes and to learn more, visit zoningpgc.pgplanning.com. We’re Hiring: Serve your community by working for the City! We’re seeking a community services director, a parttime bilingual communications specialist, a mechanic, and police officers. To apply, visit www.hyattsville.org/jobs.
Age-Friendly Hyattsville
Age-Friendly Work Group Meeting: The Age-Friendly Work Group will meet on Friday, March 27, at 11 a.m., on the second floor of the City Building. The informal workgroup meets on a monthly basis to help prioritize and implement the City’s Age-Friendly Action Plan. To learn more and become a part of this group, email mlefvere@hyattsville.org or call (301) 985-5012.
Youth Programs
Spring Camp Magruder: There’s still a couple of spots available for Spring Camp Magruder, which takes place the week of April 6 – 10, from 8 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Magruder Park! Youngsters in grades K – 5 can enjoy fun-filled days of sports, arts, dance, indoor/outdoor activities, and awesome educational experiments while schools are on break. Visit www.hyattsville.org/campmagruder for details and registration. Camp Coaches in Training: Teens ages 14 – 17 that are interested in working with children and developing leadership skills are invited to take part in Camp Magruder’s Camp Coaches in Training Program! Coaches in training play a key role in leading activities for Camp Magruder’s campers, and participants have many opportunities to grow as leaders, communicators, and problem solvers. Participating can also help satisfy at least 50 hours of the State of Maryland’s community servicelearning requirement. The program is $50 upon acceptance through an application and interview. Visit www.hyattsville.org/ CCIT to apply.
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colección antes de la 6 a.m. los lunes y que el programa todavía no soporta a negocios o propiedades multi-hogares. ¿Quiere compostar pero no está segurX dónde empezar? Vea nuestro video en www.hyattsville.org/ videos! Y cuando este allí´, dele un like a nuestra página de Youtube ;)
Pancakes y Búsqueda de Huevos: ¡Acompáñenos el sábado, 4 de abril para un día de diversión en el Magruder Park! Primero es nuestro Desayuno Anual de Panqueques, lo cual toma plazo de 9 a.m. hasta las 11 a.m. El desayuno cuesta $5 por persona y es GRATIS para niños menores de dos años. ¡Después, a las 11 a.m., continua la diversión con la Gran Búsqueda de Huevos! La búsqueda es completamente GRATIS y es organizada basada por edad. ¡Por favor traigan su propia canasta y vengan a disfrutar junto al Conejito de la Ciudad! Recomendamos que visiten el sitio www.hyattsville.org/egg-hunt para reservar un espacio. Para más información, contacte a Cheri Everhart vía ceverhart@ hyattsville.org o llamándole al (301) 9855021.
Revisado Horario del Presupuesto FY-21: Por favor note que las sesiones del presupuesto para el Año Fiscal 2021 tienes nuevas fechas. El presupuesto será introducido en la reunión del Concejo el lunes, 6 de abril. Los departamentos ahora presentaran su presupuesto el sábado, 18 de abril, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (¡con cuidado para menores proveído!) y el lunes, 1 de junio, el Concejo votara para adoptar el presupuesto. Residentes están invitados a atender a todas las sesiones, lo cual toman plazo en el Edificio Municipal.
Café con un Policía: ¡Reúnase con sus oficiales de Hyattsville a un cafecito el jueves, 19 de marzo, 8 – 10 a.m., en Shortcake Bakery! Puede ir a hacerles preguntas o simplemente a saludarlos. ¡Los vemos allí!
#HVLDíaDelCenso: ¡El 4 de abril también es #HVLDíaDelCenso! Este día lleno de eventos empieza con la Gran Búsqueda de Huevos y Desayuno en el Magruder Park a las 9 a.m., donde el conejito personalmente completará su Censo y tendrá el Comité del Censo presente para ayudar con preguntas. Después, de 12 p.m. a 4 p.m., estaremos en el Edificio Municipal donde voluntarios se reunirán para ir a lugares en Hyattsville que son difícil de contar (según el Censo) y ayudar a otra gente completar su Censo. O simplemente venga a disfrutar de comida y refrescantes mientras completa su propio Censo. ¡A las 4 p.m., tiraremos una fiesta para todos! Sí quiere ser voluntario o desea más información sobre el #HVLDíaDelCenso, por favor envié un correo electrónico a census@hyattsville.org. Celebración de Día del Árbol: ¡Venga a celebrar el Día del Árbol con nosotros el domingo, 5 de abril, a la 1p.m., en el nuevamente rediseñado McClanahan Park! Estaremos celebrando nuestros 29 años de seguir siendo reconocida coma una Ciudad amigable con los árboles plantando, regalando arbolitos, arbustos y mariposas monarca perennes (mientras nos duren los suministros). Para más información, llame al (301) 985-5057 o envié un correo electrónico a caistis@hyattsville.org. Acción con la Alcaldesa: Bailadores, ¡esta es pa’ ustedes! Acompañe a la Alcaldesa Hollingsworth para “Dancing Diva April,” una clase de 4 semanas de bailando en línea. Las divertidas sesiones tomaran plazo cada miércoles en abril (excepto el 22 de abril), de 6 p.m. a 7 p.m., en el Edificio Municipal. Todas las edades y niveles de ejercicio son bienvenidos, pero por pedimos que traigan su propia estera de yoga y una botella de agua reutilizable. Para reservar su espacio, envíe un correo electrónico a epreston@hyattsville.org o llame al (301) 985-5006 antes del 27 de marzo. Dinero para Su Negocio: ¿Quieren invertir en el crecimiento de su negocio? Gracias al apoyo del estado de Maryland mediante una subvención de Legados Comunitarios, la Ciudad de Hyattsville nuevamente puede igualar, dólar-por-dólar por una cantidad entre $5,000 y $50,000, a negocios que realicen proyectos de desarrollo en sus exteriores. Se incluye re-pintura, contraventanas exteriores, canales, ven-
Teens creating art collages (which is now for display at the City Building) celebrating this year’s Black History Month theme – African Americans and the Vote. Jóvenes creando collages de arte (que ahora está de muestra en el Edificio Municipal) celebrando el tema de este año del Mes de la Historia Afroamericana – Afroamericanos y el Voto. tanas, revestimiento, puertas, albañilería, refinamiento, iluminación y señalización. Aplicaciones estarán siendo aceptadas desde el lunes, 23 de marzo, hasta las 4 p.m. el jueves, 18 de junio. ¡Visiten a www. hyattsville.org/facade-improvement para ver más y solicitar hoy! Reciclaje de Pintura y Electrónicos: ¿Quiere hacer un poco de limpieza? Por ningún cargo, usted puede reciclar sus electrónicos viejos o que ya no usa a 4633 Arundel Place el sábado, 11 de abril, entre las 7 a.m. y 1 p.m. El Departamento de Obras Públicas estará allí y Yuck Old Paint, quienes reciclan pintura expirada en su contenedor original y cobran $5 por cada contenedor (en efectivo, cheques o tarjeta). ¿Está esperando al Día de Limpieza Mary Prangley o al Día de Triturar Papel? No se preocupen, ¡tenemos esos eventos programados para el 2 de mayo y 23 de mayo! Venta Comunitaria de Primavera: La Venta Comunitaria de Primavera tomara plazo desde el 17 hasta el 20 de abril durante las horas del día. Participación es gratis y la registración, lo cual estará abierta desde el 16 de marzo hasta el 10 de abril, es voluntaria. Los residentes que se registren tendrán sus direcciones incluidas en un “mapa de tesoros” en el sitio web de la Ciudad. Las fechas de venta también estarán listadas en Craiglist con un enlace para el mapa. Para más información o para inscribirse, visite www.hyattsville.org/yardsale o llame al (301) 985-5000. Fiesta del Aniversario: La Ciudad está celebrando su cumpleaños como siempre lo hace – ¡en estilo! Desde el jueves, 23 de abril hasta al domingo, 26 de abril, tendremos el carnaval en el Magruder Park. ¡El día grande es el sábado! Empezaremos el día con nuestro desfile a las 11 a.m. y en la tarde, tendremos música en vivo, bebidas para adultos y fuegos artificiales. También estamos buscando a grupos comunitarios, bailarines, bomberos y policías de otras comunidades, carros clásicos y bandas de marcha para que estén en el desfile. Para más detalles o inscribirse para desfilar, visite www.hyattsville.org/ anniversary o contacte a Cheri Everhart al (301) 985-5021.
Oportunidades para Voluntarios
Removiendo Plantas Invasoras: Únase
con nosotros en el Magruder Park el sábado, 21 de marzo, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., para identificar y eliminar adecuadamente las plantas invasoras y no nativas de Magruder Woods. Proporcionaremos un conjunto de pautas de seguridad y guantes de trabajo de algodón. Tengan en cuenta que la participación puede ayudar a satisfacer el Requisito de Aprendizaje y Servicio al Estudiante del Estado de Maryland. Para obtener más información o confirmar si se cancela el evento debido al mal clima, llame al (301) 852-8790. Programa de Comida Gratis A Domicilio: La organización Meals on Wheels de College Park (que también sirve a #HVL) está buscando voluntarios para que ayuden a preparar y distribuir comida a personas mayores o con una discapacidad. Conductores normalmente manejan una vez a la semana y de una a cuatro veces al mes entre semana durante las 10:30 a.m. y 1 p.m. Voluntarios de cocina, quienes ayudan a preparar y empacar la comida, se ocupan por uno o más días a la semana, entra las 8:30 p.m. a mediodía. Si desea ayudar, por favor contacte a la Coordinadora de Voluntarios Danielle Carter al (336) 473-8525 o vía dscarter86@yahoo.com.
Eventos de Distritos
Caminata de Bienestar del Distrito 2: ¡Únase a la Alcaldesa Hollingsworth, la Jefa de Policía Awad y a personal de la Ciudad para una Caminata de Bienestar Comunitario del Distrito 2 el miércoles, 25 de marzo, a las 6 p.m.! Obtenga sus pasos mientras habla sobre asuntos de interés con los líderes de la Ciudad. Empezaremos la caminata por la 40th Avenue y Madison Street. No se olviden, también visitaremos a los Distritos 3, 4 y 5 en los siguientes meses - ¡manténganse sintonizados! Reunión del Distrito 1: Miembros del Concejo Municipal de Hyattsville Bart Lawrence y Kevin Ward invitan a la gente que vive y trabaja en el Distrito Uno para aprender sobre lo que está pasando en su comunidad. La reunión de este mes toma plazo el miércoles, 25 de marzo, a las 6:30 p.m., en el Edificio Municipal.
Avisos y Noticias
Cómo Compostar: ¡El programa voluntario de Compostaje por toda la Ciudad se está levantando! Acuérdense que cubos de compostaje deben de estar listos para re-
Audiencia Pública del Condado: El lunes, 23 de marzo, a las 7 p.m., el Concejo Distrito del Condado y Comisión Planificadora sostendrán una audiencia pública sobre las nuevas ordenanzas de zonificación propuestas para el Condado Prince George’s. La audiencia tomara plazo en el Colegio Comunitario Prince George’s. Residentes y grupos interesados deberían de atender y proveer reacciones. Para ver los cambios propuestos y para aprender más, visite zoningpgc.pgplanning.com. Estamos Contratando: ¡Sirva a su comunidad trabajando por la Ciudad! Estamos buscando a un director de servicios comunitarios, a un especialista bilingüe de comunicaciones de medio tiempo, a un mecánico y a oficiales de policía. Para solicitar, visite www.hyattsville.org/jobs.
Programas Amigables con la Edad
Reunión del Grupo de Trabajo: El Grupo de Trabajo Informal que asiste en dar acción al plan para mejorar las condiciones de vida para personas de todas edades se reunirá el viernes, 27 de marzo, a las 11 a.m., en el Edificio Municipal. Para aprender más o ser parte de este grupo, envié un correo electrónico a mlefvere@hyattsville. org o llame al (301) 985-5012.
Programas para Menores
Camp Magruder de Primavera: Todavía hay unos espacios disponibles para el Camp Magruder de Primavera, lo cual toma plazo la semana de abril 6 – 10, de 8 a.m. a 6 p.m., ¡en el Magruder Park! Menores que están de vacaciones y están entre los grados K – 5 pueden disfrutar de días llenos de actividades deportivas, educativas y divertidas. Visite www.hyattsville.org/ campmagruder para detalles. Consejeros del Futuro: Jóvenes de 14 – 17 años que están interesados en trabajar con niños y en desarrollar sus capacidades de liderazgo están invitados a participar al programa de Camp Magruder para entrenamiento de consejeros de campamento. Además de aprender como ser buenos comunicadores y saber cómo resolver problemas eficientemente, Consejeros en Entrenamiento son claves para que el Camp Magruder sea exitoso diariamente. Participación también puede satisfacer por lo menos 50 horas del requisito de aprendizaje-servicio del estado de Maryland. El programa cuesta $50 después de ser seleccionado por un proceso de solicitación y entrevista. Visiten www.hyattsville.org/ CCIT para aplicar.
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Ahmad, an English teacher at Northwestern, quoted Jamaican poet Mutabaruka: “Slavery isn’t African history. It interrupted African history.” “While the issue of slavery is pivotal in understanding our past as well as our present, far too often it is treated as the sum total of our story,” Ahmed said in an email. “I feel that Mutabaruka’s quote acknowledges the impact of slavery, while stating that our history is much richer and far reaching [than] that tragic portion of our past.” Leona Lowery-Fitzhugh, Northwestern’s Visual and Performing Arts coordinator agreed. “It was so very meaningful about [how] slavery interrupted African history,” she said. “And how what we do here as artists … can bring out recognition to the contributions of people.” Readings by students from Northwestern’s theatre department included works like “Still I Rise” by Maya Angelou and “Dream Variations” by Langston Hughes. Students in the TV production program created and showed a video that featured interviews with members of the Northwestern community who are of African descent. TV production students rec-
money going into a replacement fund for damaged and aged bins. Carrianna Suiter (Ward 3), vice president of the city council, said, “I think it makes a lot of sense to put some additional funding behind a program that we’re excited about expanding.” Currently, the citywide composting program is limited to single-family homes and excludes multi-family properties and businesses, according to the city’s website. As part of the city’s efforts to evaluate trash collection services for single-family and multifamily properties, Schaible introduced a proposal at the Feb. 11 HEC meeting to examine a trash-related approach that could be incorporated in the city’s existing study. Known as the Pay-As-YouThrow (PAYT) project, this approach would have Hyattsville residents transition from the current flat rate system for trash collection to one that meters the amount of trash each household generates. Essentially, residents would pay according to the amount of trash they generate. Under this system, recycling and composting collection would be free. Schaible said a number of municipalities across the country have adopted the PAYT system
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During the Feb. 13 production, Northwestern’s choir performs ”Lift Every Voice and Sing” as the audience stands and sings along. COURTESY OF NORTHWESTERN HIGH SCHOOL PTSA
ognized the significance of the event and how such productions can impact people. “[Events like this] give a better perspective on something that not maybe everyone understands, but also give a nice open window into something that [people] can appreciate,” senior TV production student Bikayi Wuvalla said. During the choral portion of the production, chorus director Gregory Lewis Sr. involved the audience, inviting everyone to stand and sing along to “Lift Every Voice and Sing” by
James Weldon Johnson and J. Rosamond Johnson. An important takeaway from the night was that using the arts is an engaging way to teach others about different cultures. “Arts kind of reach around the world,” Lowery-Fitzhugh said. “And while we’re celebrating … African descent [today], we can do the same thing with any other culture. She continued, “We are the visual performing arts, [and] we try to get our kids to show how it just touches the entire world.”
Currently, the citywide composting program is limited to single-family homes and excludes multi-family properties and businesses.
and that the approach can dramatically reduce the amount of trash that residents put curbside. “We’re talking over 50% reduction citywide in the amount of trash that is being generated,” said Schaible. “It really changes residents’ behaviors, and this could give us something that we could look to adopt if there’s the will on the council.” HEC Co-chair Richard Canino said that for now, the group will table the specifics of the study until a budget proposal is voted on. Schaible said the city council will likely conclude discussing budget priorities for fiscal year 2021 around the end of April.
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Hamilton Street to a new location in the former Pizza Hut building at 5350 Queens Chapel Road. The city requested the denial of the license transfer for a number of reasons. The motion raises concerns about the number of violations of Maryland law in the vicinity surrounding the current location of Lee’s Liquor, “in-part [sic] due to the applicant’s lack of proactive management and inability to responsibly manage point of sale.” The city listed several requests, including changing the proposed name of the new store from Liquor Hut to Hyattsville Fine Wine and Spirits, shortening its hours of operation, and complying “with site design standards consistent with both the West Hyattsville Transit District Development and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design.” Joseph Solomon (Ward 5) seconded the motion. “We had a … productive call with the applicant, and it was enlightening in some ways but also slightly disheartening in other ways, so I think that the motion reflects honestly … the outcome of that call,” he said. Jim Chandler, director of Community and Economic Development, clarified that “our understanding, based on the discussion we had with the applicant last week, is [that] the liquor store use is being transferred to the new site. The existing restaurant … and bar will cease to exist. The new location, which is substantially smaller than the existing location, cannot support all three programmatic uses.” Daniel Peabody (Ward 4) said, “This is a good motion. I appreciate Chief [Amal Awad’s] ef-
Lee’s Restaurant in its current location on Hamilton Street
forts in describing in data what I have heard from many of my constituents in Ward 4 about concerns of inappropriate behavior and crimes spilling off Hamilton Street and into the neighborhoods.” A report produced by the Hyattsville City Police Department shows that 18% of all the department’s arrests and 10% of the calls for service come from the area around Lee’s Liquor. An attorney for Lee’s Liquor sent a letter in response to some of the city’s concerns, agreeing, among other things, to amend the proposed name to Hyattsville Fine Wine and Spirits and to “become a more active business partner with the City of Hyattsville and its citizens.” Edouard Haba (Ward 4) said, “Generally speaking, it looks like they did agree to … most of the six points that were raised by the city,” and suggested that the city could protest a
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renewal of the license next year, if necessary. Hollingsworth said, “There is very little that the city has to go on that demonstrates that we will have an active partnership with the establishment to address some of the known and … potential concerns in that area. Much of the language … , at least in my opinion, … is still very wishful and hopeful.” The license transfer hearing was originally scheduled for Jan. 28. In a Jan. 22 letter to the Board of License Commissioners, Lee’s Liquor requested a continuance until the Feb. 25 hearing. The letter also requested to amend the original application to reflect the new name, Hyattsville Fine Wine and Spirits, and to change the proposed hours of operation to 8:00 a.m. to midnight Monday through Saturday. (The City of Hyattsville had requested the hours of 10 a.m. to midnight.)
Expressing her support for requesting a denial of the license transfer, Hollingsworth said, “I think the very fact that we’re talking about how much security ... we need to have for a business is absurd. That’s not the type of conversation that we want to have when we’re talking about business in the community.” The motion passed with eight votes in favor and none
opposed. Councilmember Edouard Haba (Ward 4) abstained, and Councilmembers Robert Croslin (Ward 2) and Carrianna Suiter (Ward 3) were absent. Despite the city’s opposition, the transfer of location was approved at the Feb. 25 hearing, according to a March 3 email from Nikole Bennett, an administrative aide for the Board of License Commissioners.
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How climate change can affect seedlings Dear Miss Floribunda, Some years ago, you warned not to plant peas or prune roses till forsythia blooms. Well, I saw it blooming on Route 1 near College Park last month, but knew better than to plant or prune anything yet. You also said that when the geese return from Canada, you know it’s spring. Just last week I saw them at Lake Artemesia, but I think they’ve made a mistake — they never left and have been there all winter! You advised gardeners to plant vegetable seedlings outside once lilacs are in bloom. I have no idea when that might happen this year, but I wouldn’t trust it either. My hellebores got blasted when they bloomed way too early, though they seem to be alive. The weather is just weirder every year, and I’m not sure how to garden anymore. Leery on Longfellow Street Dear Leery, As I recall, that column came out after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) changed our plant hardiness zone from 7a to the warmer 7b in 2012. Since that time, a 2019 study co-authored by a USDA Forest Service scientist suggests that because of the continued warming trend, our zone will change to 8a or even 8b in a few years. Because generally accepted dates for pruning and planting were inaccurate even without considering these changes, I suggested a little study of phenology, which is the science of
annual and seasonal changes. Long before almanacs existed, farmers knew when to plant by observing such biological phenomena as bird migration, swelling of nodes on stems, the appearance of shoots from bulbs, and the reappearance of insects and animals coming out of hibernation. Even the Groundhog Day fanfare involving Punxsutawney Phil has its origins in phenology, however mistakenly. For the record, I have seen the winter jasmine blooming along Route 1, and while it does look a lot like forsythia, it blooms much earlier. You were wise not to plant or prune when you saw it. While the geese will get along fine, climate change is contributing to the projected extinction of many other birds, among them the American goldfinch. The Baltimore checkerspot, Maryland’s state butterfly, is among the pollinating insects that are threatened. As for when to set out seedlings, that really does depend on their variety: Lettuce seedlings, for example, can be planted outdoors much earlier than tomato seedlings. Since you have many good questions, I suggest you attend the Hyattsville Horticultural Society seedling workshop March 21 at the home of Dr. Julie Wolf, 4008 Hamilton Street. Dr. Wolf is a plant physiologist at the USDA and studies how plants respond to climate change. There will be a brief meeting at 10 a.m., and then the workshop will continue till noon. In addition to answering questions as she demonstrates, Dr. Wolf will
distribute written material you can take home. I decided not to wait till the workshop, and went straight to the horticulturist’s mouth to give you a preview. Here are the results of my cursory interview with Dr. Wolf: Q: Dr. Wolf, although I think hellebores can bounce back easily, are there plants that can be seriously harmed by blooming too early? A: Yes, Miss Floribunda! Many perennial plants may be stimulated to grow earlier than usual, and many gardeners might be tricked into transplanting their seedlings to the garden too early. For many perennial plants and trees, including most orchard fruits, this can be a problem. Leaf and flower buds survive winter in a dormant state, after undergoing physical and chemical changes that prevent destructive ice formation inside their cells. To break dormancy and start bud growth, low temperature followed by a longer period of warmth is often required; this mechanism has evolved over millennia to allow plants to survive winter in their location. After dormancy breaks, leaf and flower buds are no longer resistant to cell damage from ice formation. A freeze occurring after spring warmth has broken dormancy is called a “false spring� event, and these have always occurred. But because recent climate change has caused warmer, more variable and more unpredictable temperatures, false springs have become more common and more of a risk to
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our plants, to returning birds, and to the mutualism between plants and pollinating insects. Q: What can you tell us about climate change in our area? Are we going to become semi-tropical soon? A: “Soon� is relative, and I don’t think the USDA will reclassify the plant hardiness zone of Hyattsville to 8b in fewer than 50 years, but the climate is warming as fast or faster than the most extreme scenarios of our climate models. Hardiness zones are based on the single coldest day likely to be reached in a year, since that sets a clear boundary on plant survival. Therefore, the hardiness zones aren’t really a reflection of the whole year’s climate, even though summers are getting hotter, but a reflection of what’s called “extreme minimum temperature.� A subtropical climate zone is characterized by hot and humid summers and mild winters. You might say we already have those conditions now! Climate change is expected to warm average winter temperatures more than the coldest winter temperatures and has already begun to do so. In Maryland, our average daily high temperatures during the hottest months of the year have been 84-86 F, but by 2070 they are expected to be 98100 F. The authors of the U.S. Forest Service paper you allude to state that “by the end of the century, more than 85% of the country may be in a different plant hardiness zone, resulting in mismatches with climate that may be challenging for current plant species, particularly cultivated crops in
horticulture and agriculture, including orchards.� Q: What can the average gardener do? A: I encourage Hyattsville home gardeners and landscapers to do the following: 1. Either resist the urge to plant your seedlings early or watch the weather carefully and be prepared to cover your transplants if you can’t wait. 2. Select plants that will be able to tolerate the changes predicted for our region by the U.S. National Climate Assessment (nca2018.globalchange. gov). 3. Expect and be prepared for warmer and wetter winters and springs, hotter summers and autumns, and potential periods of summer and fall drought. Thank you very much, Dr. Wolf. One more thing: if anyone has already made the mistake of setting seedlings out too soon and has lost them, you have a second chance. The Hyattsville Horticultural Society will sell seeds at the Community Forklift 11th Annual Garden Party on Saturday, April 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Some seeds can be planted directly outdoors at that date, while others can still be started indoors. Community Forklift is located at 4671 Tanglewood Drive in nearby Edmonston. Miss Floribunda is the Hyattsville Life & Times garden columnist. You may email her your questions at floribundav@gmail.com.
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Communicating with Compassion workshop. Hosted by Divine Connections. Includes materials, a surprise gift, wine and hor d’oeuvres. Free. Donation requested at booking. Tickets available on eventbrite.com. Creative Saints Loft, 5124-B Baltimore Ave. 301.388.5750
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of the Magruder Pointe development, where the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission building formerly stood. These lots are targeted to offer roughly half detached homes and half town houses. At the Feb. 3 meeting, Kate Howard, city planner, noted that “the planning committee would like the city council to pay extra attention to the stormwater mitigation, as well as request additional details on the stormwater plan from the applicant throughout the next stages of the review.” Jim Chandler, assistant city administrator and director of Community and Economic Development, explained at the meeting that applicants must submit a “stormwater concept,” but aren’t required to engineer a complete stormwater plan until later in the approval process. The City of Hyattsville requested that the applicant demonstrate that the upper parcel can handle its own stormwater without depending on the lower parcel. The attorney Norman Rivera represented Werrlein Properties at the Feb. 3 meeting. Under pressure from Councilmember Danny Schaible (Ward 2), Rivera admitted that the section of the lower parcel contracted to
The revised site plan which Werrlein Properties submitted on Feb 7. Among other changes, the City of Hyattsville requested a maximum of 10 town houses (shown in blue). COURTESY OF WERRLEIN PROPERTIES
be sold to the city is included in the density calculations for the lower parcel. (Since the city’s section would remain undeveloped, including its square footage in the calculations makes the overall density appear lower than it would if the density were calculated based only on the developed section.) He also admitted that some stormwater on the lower parcel may be directed onto the city’s section of the lower parcel. Hyattsville Mayor Candace Hollingsworth had some sharp words for Rivera. “The responses that are received seem as though we are kind of crazy for asking [ for more informa-
tion],” she said. “I have to say, it’s incredibly offensive that every occasion that we have had an opportunity to engage with you, in particular, Mr. Rivera, you have been dismissive of the people’s concerns. You have been demeaning in the way you interact with us, and I would hope that the next time you are before the body, you have a different level of respect for this body and [the] information we are trying to seek on behalf of our residents.” The development of Magruder Pointe has been marked by legal tangles and delays. On Feb. 18, the council voted to send correspondence to the Mary-
land-National Capital Park and Planning Chairman Elizabeth Hewlett and to legal counsel, asking them to postpone the hearing for the upper parcel’s PPS until the judicial review of the city’s litigation regarding the lower parcel has concluded. The review was heard on Feb. 26, and the ruling had not been issued as of press time. On Feb. 18, the city also passed a motion authorizing the mayor to send a letter to the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission with some suggested conditions, should the commission decide to proceed with the hearing. Among their requested con-
ditions, the city asked that the number of town houses on the upper parcel be limited to ten, to fit the density requirements of the Prince George’s County District Council, rather than the 15 originally proposed. Following the Feb. 3 meeting, the applicant had already agreed to eliminate one single-family home to meet minimum lot size requirements. The city also requested that the internal roadway running through the development be built to a public standard and dedicated to the city as a public right of way. The hearing is currently scheduled for March 12, 2020.
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Making valentines spreads love across Hyattsville’s generations By Sydney Clark Valentine’s Day love comes in many shapes: velvety red roses, chocolate and restaurant reservations, to name a few. And some of the sweetest are the handmade cards crafted at Hyattsville’s annual valentine-making event. After a wet and rainy Friday, attendees of all ages gathered on the dry and sunny Saturday morning of Feb. 8 to show their creativity and love for the community’s elderly population. For two hours, some 90 people turned the Hyattsville Municipal Building’s multipurpose room into a lively workshop as they crafted to the festive notes of the Sligo Creek Recorder Club. Their personal cards and heartfelt letters were destined for Hyattsville Aging in Place’s (HAP’s) clientele. HAP, a volunteer-run, nonprofit organization, sponsors this Put Art in Your Heart event each year. Participants typically create several hundred cards which are hand-delivered to elderly neighbors, according to the event organizer Suzanne Aloga. At the event’s check-in table, HAP pamphlets, brochures and a volunteer sign-up list appeared next to name tags and markers. “It’s a way for people to get familiar with what we’re doing,” said Aloga in a recent phone interview. HAP, which began in 2011, provides services for Hyattsville residents over 60 years old in an effort to help them remain in their homes and stay active in the community as they age, according to the organization’s website. Some of the services offered include rides to appointments, yard work and home visits. Jeanne Benas, a HAP board
Hyattsville Chief of Police Amal Awad accepts a handmade valentine from her junior officer Rowan at the annual Hyattsville Aging in Place’s Put Art in Your Heart event Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Hyattsville Municipal Building. Below: From left to right, Silver Spring resident Andrea Savoye, Hyattsville Aging in Place board member Jeanne Benas and D.C. resident Nancy Seeger decorate valentine cards. SYDNEY CLARK
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They arrived at the health facility and discovered that they were at the wrong location. “The daughter made the appointment, and they were all kind of arguing with each other, which was sort of entertaining,” said Benas. “We were in Riverdale, and the appointment was actually in Takoma Park, and they felt so guilty that I had to go and drive them over.” Benas reassured the couple that she is retired and often uses her free time to serve others in the area. “It’s a good opportunity to meet other people, and it makes you think about what you need to worry about as you get older,”
said Benas. She invited her friend Nancy Seeger to come to the Put Art in Your Heart event. Seeger said she eagerly accepted Benas’s invitation. “I’m from D.C., but I’m meeting all of these new people in Maryland,” said Seeger. “It’s just a good way to get together, meet people and also do something for somebody.” Andrea Savoye, who lives in Silver Spring, joined Seeger and Benas at one of the roundtables in the multipurpose room to make valentines. Savoye came to the event last year and enjoyed it. “I’m a little artistic. It’s fun getting my glue stick on,” said Savoye. Each year, Put Art in Your Heart coincides with the Hyattsville Horticulture Society’s garden fair and seed sale on the second floor of the Hyattsville Municipal Building. Aloga said that this partnership encourages people to participate in both activities. Locals Josh and Amanda King took advantage of the timing, making a few valentine cards before heading upstairs to the seed sale. Hyattsville City Police Department Chief Amal Awad stopped by the event to greet families and stayed to make some valentines, too. Awad said events like Put Art in Your Heart underscore the city’s sense of community. She also emphasized how the event supports Hyattsville’s seniors. “This may … be the only Valentine’s Day card [some of our seniors] receive, and it speaks to everyone’s character in this room making valentines, both young and old,” she said. For more information about Hyattsville Aging in Place or how to get involved, visit hyattsvilleaginginplace.org.
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