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Wheaton Streetery Temporary Closed for Winter Maintenance

Release Date: November 20, 2024

Montgomery County Announces Temporary Winter Closure of the Wheaton Streetery

Montgomery County will implement a winter closure of the Wheaton Streetery, located on a portion of Price Ave. at Elkin Street in Wheaton, beginning Monday, Nov. 25. During the closure, the roadway will temporarily open to vehicular traffic to allow for winter maintenance, including snow plowing. The Streetery is scheduled to reopen in late March as part of a pilot project to transform the space into an enhanced community area.

The winter closure and spring relaunch are supported by and are being developed in collaboration with County Executive Elrich, Councilmember Natalie Fani-González, the Wheaton Urban District Advisory Committee, local businesses and community partner One Montgomery Green.

This pilot program is part of the County’s efforts to turn temporary projects introduced during COVID-19 into lasting improvements for public spaces that benefit the community.

One Montgomery Green, which is leading efforts to plan programming for the Streetery’s reopening, works closely with the Wheaton Streetery Steering Committee. The committee includes representatives from local businesses, residents and County government staff.

One Montgomery Green has outlined the following objectives for the Streetery’s relaunch:

• Create a Vibrant Community Space: Develop a welcoming area where residents and businesses can come together, fostering a sense of connection and belonging.  

• Promote Sustainability: Include stormwater management features, native plantings and permeable surfaces to make the space environmentally friendly.

• Encourage Learning: Use the Streetery to educate the community about sustainable urban design and environmentally responsible practices.

• Support Local Businesses: Provide a space that encourages outdoor dining and other activities to strengthen the local economy.

 For more information, visit the Wheaton Urban District’s website. Details about future plans for the Streetery are available on the Wheaton Streetery Project website. 

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Media Contact: Luisa Cardona, 240-777-8101 or luisa.cardona@montgomerycountymd.gov