Montgomery Village News Articles

After a long hiatus, representatives from Evergreen recently contacted the MVF Office to resume discussion with the community regarding their plan for an apartment complex on Lot 37, the parcel of land adjacent to Lidl and the Whetstone Drive/Montgomery Village Avenue entrance to the Whetstone community.

The work along Montgomery Village Avenue to replace the water main from Midcounty Highway to Centerway Road will resume in the next few weeks. This two-year project began in April 2022 and was anticipated to be finished toward the beginning of 2024. Due to recent material delays, the project is now expected to be completed in November 2024.

After a very successful sales launch in 2021, Ryan Homes is making great progress in building and delivering new homes at Bloom Montgomery Village. Areas 4 and 5 (Magnolia and Lilac) are complete and all homes occupied. Areas 3B (Willow) and 6B (Juniper) are also close to 100% occupied. On the west side of Montgomery Village Avenue, Area 1 (Hawthorne) is currently under construction, with a number of units already completed and occupied. Finally, and after much anticipation, the new David B. Humpton Park had its Grand Opening at the end of May.

Wood is one of the most common exterior door and window trim options, especially for homes with wood, stone, brick or stucco as their primary siding materials. Many people feel that wood moldings are “second to none” when it comes to ornamental value. The grain and texture of wood molding contribute to a natural style.

by Lauren Tuori

As the warm summer sun graces Montgomery Village, a dedicated group of young individuals has been working tirelessly to enhance the beauty and environmental health of the community. The Montgomery Village Conservation Corps, led by crew leader Aaron Poawui, has been making a significant impact on various projects throughout the Village, leaving a lasting impression on both residents and visitors alike.

If you are a homeowner and decide to make a revision or addition to the exterior of your home, please apply to MVF’s Architectural Standards Department before you purchase and install any new items.

The Fitness Park at Watkins Mill Recreation Area, 19501 Club Lake Road, opened officially to the public on Saturday, July 8, once Montgomery Village Foundation received a final permit from Montgomery County. A Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting event will be held on Friday, July 14, from 5 to 6 p.m.  Parking is available at Stedwick Elementary School, 10631 Stedwick Road, if you’d like to join us to celebrate this new unique park amenity which is open to all. 

The Montgomery Village Foundation (MVF) once again joined the Watkins Mill and Gaithersburg High Schools’ Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) to continue the MVF Scholarship Fund, now completing its 32nd year. Since the program’s inception in 1991, scholarships amounting to more than $54,500 have been awarded to Village high school seniors.

The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection has expanded its electronics recycling program, a key initiative to promote sustainability and environmental responsibility. The county is now accepting more electronics and is accepting audio and video tapes for recycling. 

During the Thursday, June 22, Montgomery Village Foundation (MVF) Board of Directors meeting, the Board authorized Executive Vice President (EVP) Mike Conroy to enter into a contractual agreement with Mledtech, LLC to install solar panels on six MVF facilities, contingent on the State of Maryland authorizing proceeding with the project.

The Montgomery Village Foundation is pleased to announce the successful completion of the highly anticipated tennis court repairs, addition of pickleball courts, and renovations of the basketball court at Apple Ridge Recreation Area. During the renovation, the tennis courts underwent repairs to address existing wear and tear issues. The project involved resurfacing the courts to ensure a smooth and safe playing surface for tennis enthusiasts of all skill levels.

by Mike Conroy

During the May 25 Montgomery Village Foundation (MVF) Board of Directors meeting, several individuals who serve the community were honored with service awards for their long-term commitment to Montgomery Village.

MVF officially took ownership of the David B. Humpton Park on Thursday, May 25, so the park is open today, Friday, May 26, for all residents, including our four-legged friends, to enjoy.

The Watkins Mill Fitness Park renovation is nearing completion and is anticipated to open in either late May or June 2023.

Several Montgomery Village Foundation parking lots will be closed for approximately 48 hours (starting on the dates shown below) for asphalt repair. This essential maintenance work is being carried out to improve the safety and appearance of these facilities.

A new user operated on-off system has been installed to control the tennis court lights at Watkins Mill Recreation Area and North Creek Community Center. Players can turn on the court lights by pushing the green START button on the panel inside the court gate.

Editor:

Montgomery County is starting pilot programs in several parts of the county to recycle food scraps for composting. Montgomery Village is within one of the areas being considered for the program. If enough households sign up, they will start doing it here.

Village swim teams provide one of the perennial favorite summer activities for Village children ages 4 to 18 (as of June 1 of the current year) whose families are members of Montgomery Village Foundation (MVF) pools. Montgomery Village Swim Teams are run by parent volunteers, not by MVF.

With the end of school around the corner, now is the perfect time to think about where your kids can explore summertime activities. MVF Summer Camps offer flexibility and variety so that not one minute of sunshine is wasted.

Continuing Montgomery Village’s trend for volunteerism in the community, several residents were appointed to committees at the Montgomery Village Foundation (MVF) Board of Directors meeting held on March 23. The regular business meeting preceded the Annual Meeting, which highlighted service in the community.