Envision Prince George's http://envisionprincegeorges.org Your Vision For Prince George's County Can Become a Reality Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:56:41 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.4 Envision Prince George’s Partners with Community to Commemorate “Fortune’s Bones” http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/02/envision-prince-georges-partners-with-community-to-commemorate-fortunes-bones/ http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/02/envision-prince-georges-partners-with-community-to-commemorate-fortunes-bones/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:56:41 +0000 admin http://envisionprincegeorges.org/?p=4684 Envision Prince George’s has partnered with the University of Maryland, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center and several other local organizations to capture this riveting story of Fortune’s Bones. Fortune was an enslaved African whose life did not end when he died in 1798.

In life, Fortune served a doctor in post-Colonial Waterbury, Connecticut. After death, he was dissected by the Connecticut physician who owned him. His bones were preserved and studied and, later, displayed as an anatomical specimen at the Mattatuck Museum. Through a number of creatively constructed events, now you have the opportunity to learn more about this important part of history.

Several events commemorating Fortune’s Bones will take place during Black History Month. Next Monday, February 6 at 7:30 p.m. at Oxon Hill Library, hear from a panel of experts as they discuss the ethics involved in Fortune’s treatment. And have your say.

Visit http://claricesmithcenter.umd.edu/2010/c/engage09/fortunes-bones/events for a complete list of upcoming events.

]]> http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/02/envision-prince-georges-partners-with-community-to-commemorate-fortunes-bones/feed/ 0 Prince George’s County Executive Hosts Fiscal Year 2013 Public Budget Hearings http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/01/prince-george%e2%80%99s-county-executive-hosts-fiscal-year-2013-public-budget-hearings/ http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/01/prince-george%e2%80%99s-county-executive-hosts-fiscal-year-2013-public-budget-hearings/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:17:05 +0000 admin http://envisionprincegeorges.org/?p=4681 Over the next two weeks, Prince George’s County Executive Rushern L. Baker, III will continue to host a series of public hearings to engage citizens in a dialog about the County’s FY 2013 budget.  The hearings, which will held in a total of three locations in the northern, southern, and central parts of the County beginning January 26, will provide residents with an opportunity to give their input and opinions on the Prince George’s County FY 2013 budget.  The County Executive will use the feedback he receives from citizens during the hearings to help prioritize the County’s spending options for the upcoming year.  The County is facing an estimated $126 million budget deficit going into FY 2013.    

Citizens interested in testifying at these budget hearings need to call 301-952-4547 to sign up.   Citizens who pre-register will be given priority during budget hearings.

Remaining Schedule of FY 2013 Public Budget Hearings:

Wednesday, February 1, 7:00 PM: Harmony Hall, 10701 Livingston Road, Fort Washington

Tuesday, February 7, 7:00 PM: Prince George’s Community College, Rennie Forum, 301 Largo Road, Largo

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You’re invited to have your say..

Prince George’s County grew by seven percent over the last decade, yet little of it occurred at the 15 Metro stations or in established town centers. In 2002, the county adopted a General Plan to provide an overall land use approach to focus growth at transit stations, in new and existing town centers, and to preserve rural lands. However, much of the county’s growth over the last decade occurred far from transit stations. The county is preparing to launch an update to its General Plan to guide where and how the county should grow.

This forum continues a series co-sponsored by Envision Prince George’s and the Coalition for Smarter Growth to now include the Prince George’s County Planning Department as it begins a public conversation around how to plan a better future for Prince George’s by taking stock of past experience and addressing changing needs and emerging trends for the county and the region. Hear from a former County Council Chairman, a new Council Member, and one of the county’s leading economic development advisors on their vision for guiding a prosperous and sustainable county in the future.

Moderator:
Derick Berlage, Chief of Countywide Planning, Prince George’s County Planning Department

Panel:
Mel Franklin, District-9 County Council Member

David Harrington, former Prince George’s County Council Chair, State Senator and Bladensburg Mayor

David Iannucci, Assistant Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Economic Development, Office of the County Executive, Prince George’s County

Thursday, January 26, 2012

CSC Building: 7900 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD, 20760 (Near New Carrollton Metro)
Doors Open 6:00pm, Program 6:30-8:00pm

RSVPs required.

  
]]> http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/01/youre-invited-where-and-how-should-prince-georges-grow/feed/ 0 Meet Forty UNDER 40 Who are Making a Difference http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/01/meet-forty-under-40-who-are-making-a-difference/ http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/01/meet-forty-under-40-who-are-making-a-difference/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:25:54 +0000 admin http://envisionprincegeorges.org/?p=4674 The year is off to an incredible start for dozens of honorees working hard to “envision” the future for Prince George’s County. The Prince George’s County Social Innovation Fund formally introduced its first ”Forty UNDER 40″—young adult leaders making an impact in Prince George’s County. 

A recognition event will be held at on January 31, 2012 at Busboys and Poets, 5331 Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville, MD from 6 – 8:30 PM. Learn more about the honorees at fortyunder40.innovateprincegeorges.org.

]]> http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/01/meet-forty-under-40-who-are-making-a-difference/feed/ 0 It’s 2012…what will you do to help make the vision a reality? http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/01/its-2012-what-will-you-do-to-help-make-the-vision-a-reality/ http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/01/its-2012-what-will-you-do-to-help-make-the-vision-a-reality/#comments Thu, 05 Jan 2012 19:46:24 +0000 admin http://envisionprincegeorges.org/?p=4670 http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2012/01/its-2012-what-will-you-do-to-help-make-the-vision-a-reality/feed/ 0 Forty UNDER 40 – Prince George’s 2012 Awardees Named http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/12/forty-under-40-%e2%80%93-prince-george%e2%80%99s-2012-awardees-named/ http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/12/forty-under-40-%e2%80%93-prince-george%e2%80%99s-2012-awardees-named/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:52:03 +0000 admin http://envisionprincegeorges.org/?p=4667 The Prince George’s County Social Innovation Fund is pleased to announce its inaugural ‘Forty UNDER 40 -Prince George’s County 2012’ list. These county residents have made exceptional contributions in Arts and Humanities, Business, Education, Health and Fitness, Public Service, and Science. 

Launched in September of this year, nominations were widely accepted from individuals and organizations from throughout the region. A review panel, consisting of representatives from our partner organizations–the Community Foundation for Prince George’s County, Envision Prince George’s, and the Human Services Coalition of Prince George’s County–carefully reviewed each nomination in order to select this impressive cohort. The Awardees were assessed based on character, dedication to given field, risk-taking and innovation, and contributions to Prince George’s County and the broader community.

The recognition is meant to offer a ‘hometown’ acknowledgement to the incredible talent that exists in Prince George’s County and access individuals who can be tapped to further benefit the broader community.  An Awards Reception will be held on January 31, 2012 at The Howard Zinn Room – Busboys and Poets, Hyattsville, Maryland. Tickets can be purchased at www.fortyunderforty.eventbrite.com.

You can find the list at http://innovateprincegeorges.org/forty-under-40-prince-georges/.

]]> http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/12/forty-under-40-%e2%80%93-prince-george%e2%80%99s-2012-awardees-named/feed/ 0 Studentjobs.gov Conference Highlights Federal Opportunities http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/12/studentjobs-gov-conference-highlights-federal-opportunities/ http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/12/studentjobs-gov-conference-highlights-federal-opportunities/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:08:32 +0000 admin http://envisionprincegeorges.org/?p=4662 Patriots Technology Training Center is back this year with its partners: Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Chapter of Blacks in Government, Reid Temple A.M.E. Church, and the Prince George’s One Stop Career Center to host the studentjobs.gov conference.

Where:   Largo High School

                505 Largo Road

                Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

 When:    Saturday, December 3, 2011

 Time:     9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

 Students will have an opportunity to have their resume critiqued and interview with a representative from federal agencies and industry partners.  If you would like to attend this free event please RSVP to info@patriots-ttc.org.

]]> http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/12/studentjobs-gov-conference-highlights-federal-opportunities/feed/ 0 Microsoft Founder Bill Gates Announces 2012 Scholarship Program http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/11/microsoft-founder-bill-gates-announces-2012-scholarship-program/ http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/11/microsoft-founder-bill-gates-announces-2012-scholarship-program/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:26:11 +0000 admin http://envisionprincegeorges.org/?p=4658 Multi-billionaire Bill Gates’ non-profit organization is giving away 1,000 scholarships for the 2012 school season. Bill Gates’ Millennium Scholarship Program (GMS) will select 1,000 talented students next year to receive a “good-through-graduation” scholarship to use at any college or university of their choice. Scholars will also be provided with personal and professional development through their leadership programs, along with academic support throughout their college career.

The program, funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established to provide outstanding  students from communities of color with significant financial need an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any area of interest. To date, the program has given scholarships to more than 15,000 students.   Continuing scholars may request funding for a graduate degree program in one of the following disciplines: education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science.  

The deadline for submitting an application is Wednesday, January 11, 2012. To apply, visit http://www.gmsp.org.

]]> http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/11/microsoft-founder-bill-gates-announces-2012-scholarship-program/feed/ 0 County Health Department Announces Local Health Improvement Plan http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/11/county-health-department-announces-local-health-improvement-plan/ http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/11/county-health-department-announces-local-health-improvement-plan/#comments Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:58:27 +0000 admin http://envisionprincegeorges.org/?p=4654 Last week the Prince George’s County Health Department announced the draft Local Health Improvement Plan. The Department now seeks the input of County residents on the plan. The purpose of the plan is to provide a framework for improving the health of all County citizens and residents and to serve as a guide to key health stakeholders in allocating health resources and carrying out future health planning activities that impact the County’s overall health status.

The deadline to provide input on the health plan is November 18, 2011.  To access the Health Improvement Plan and provide comments click here.

]]> http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/11/county-health-department-announces-local-health-improvement-plan/feed/ 0 Former State Senator David Harrington Presents “Do’s & Don’ts of Advocacy” http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/11/former-state-senator-david-harrington-presents-dos-donts-of-advocacy/ http://envisionprincegeorges.org/2011/11/former-state-senator-david-harrington-presents-dos-donts-of-advocacy/#comments Thu, 10 Nov 2011 18:05:21 +0000 admin http://envisionprincegeorges.org/?p=4648 The Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce Legislative Action Committee presents former State Senator and Prince George’s Councilman David Harrington to speak on the State and County’s Legislative processes and protocols.  He will educate on the route legislation takes from introduction to adoption and where the most effective point of engagement is for advocacy.  He will also share information on the “Do’s” and “Don’ts” along the path of advocacy whether proposing, supporting, or opposing legislation.

Monday, November 14, 2011

8:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce Board Room

4640 Forbes Boulevard, Suite 130

Lanham, MD  20706

RSVP here.

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