Civil Municipal - June 2024

there with community policing, small businesses, and wraparound services.” Says Mayor Miller, “We just felt that it was time to expand who we are and why we are so unique.” Mayor Miller envisions the area as a thriving hub with quality restaurants and essential services, complemented by offerings to meet the diverse needs of the community.About these ongoing efforts, Street says, “We recognize that any improvements that we do in the commercial corridor are only going to broaden our tax base and allow us to continue to provide services to residents at a more effective cost. We’re also very interested in having a leading role and revitalizing our piece of that corridor, such that it takes the next step in placemaking for District Heights.” A RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPE Mayor Miller points to the affordable housing in 131 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 06 DISTRICT HEIGHTS, MD

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