Camp Springs Civic Association

We are continuing to work hard to address food insecurity in our County. PLEASE NOTE: There were changes to the distribution scheduled for today, February 12, due to weather-related concerns based on the weather forecast earlier this week. An updated distribution schedule for Stand Up & Deliver has been provided below. 

(RESCHEDULED) Saturday, February 13 at 12:30 PM

• Mt. Ennon Baptist Church – 9832 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD (Groceries)
• Victory Grace Center/ Edmonston Recreation Center (LOCATION CHANGE) – 5100 Tanglewood Drive, Hyattsville, MD (Groceries)
• St. Paul Church – 6419 Marlboro Pike, Forestville, MD (Meals)

Saturday, February 13 at 11:00 AM (Groceries)

• Love A.M.E. Church – 1401 Mercantile Lane (Large Lot), Upper Marlboro, MD

Sunday, February 14 at 10:00 AM (Groceries)

• Community of Hope AME Church – 3701 Branch Avenue, Temple Hills, MD

Additional food distribution locations can be found on our website by clicking here. This map is updated regularly. If you are able to make a contribution to our Stand Up & Deliver program, please click here to donate.  

Dear Prince Georgians:

I want to inform you that we are holding a Tele-Town Hall this Saturday, February 13, 2021, at 10:00 AM, to provide the latest updates on COVID-19 vaccinations in our County, as well as answer any questions or concerns you may have. I encourage you to please register for this event by clicking here. I continue to hear from many of you with questions and concerns about vaccine distribution, and I want to be sure you have the latest updates and most accurate information. I look forward to explaining where we are in our vaccine distribution process and answering your questions.

Similar to how we have conducted prior Tele-Town Halls, everyone who registers will receive a call around 10:00 AM on February 13 with instructions on how to join. If you do not wish to listen to the Tele-Town Hall over the phone, you can listen to the live broadcast on CTV Channels 70 and 76 (Verizon Fios 41 and 42) on February 13 at 10:00 AM.

In addition, out of an abundance of caution due to potential inclement weather forecasted earlier this week, we rescheduled some of our Stand Up and Deliver distribution events initially scheduled for today, February 12 to tomorrow, February 13. Below you will find an updated Stand Up & Deliver distribution schedule.

Yours in service,

Angela Alsobrooks

Prince George’s County Executive

MEDIA CONTACTS: SUSAN O’BRIEN:  MOBILE – 443-875-8540
                               ALAN BRODY:  MOBILE – 443-924-1473

Comptroller Franchot urges taxpayers to file electronically for faster processing and to avoid Postal Service delays

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (February 12, 2021) – Comptroller Peter Franchot announced today that processing of personal income tax returns for Tax Year 2020 will begin today. The later-than-usual start date allowed the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) more time to implement changes related to federal COVID-19 relief packages.

Corporate income tax returns began being accepted February 1, 2021.

“Tax season may be shortened this year due to the pandemic, but my advice to taxpayers remains the same,” Comptroller Franchot said. “File early, file electronically and file carefully.”

Presently, the filing deadline for 2020 tax returns is the traditional April 15, 2021 date. If the pandemic prompts any changes to that deadline or other tax filing due dates, the Comptroller’s Office will communicate that information.

Taxpayers are encouraged to file their returns electronically for the fastest possible processing and to ensure they receive all possible refunds and to avoid continued delays with the United States Postal Service. A list of approved vendors for use in filing your electronic return can be found on theComptroller’s website.

Maryland taxpayers also can use the agency’s free I-File system to submit their state tax returns.

“I know that many Marylanders have lost their jobs, depleted their savings and are barely scraping by,” Franchot said. “They’re counting on us to process tax returns and issue refunds quickly. That’s something we’ve always prioritized and will do so again this year.”

Comptroller Franchot recognizes that some Marylanders may have a difficult time paying their tax liabilities this year due to the pandemic’s impact on individuals, families and businesses. The agency will work with taxpayers experiencing financial difficulty and offer flexible payment plans.

Several important points taxpayers should know as you prepare tax returns:

• The federal stimulus payments signed in March and December ARE NOT considered income and therefore ARE NOT TAXABLE.
• Unemployment benefits ARE TAXABLE.
• Recipients of forgiven PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) loans DO NOT HAVE TO PAY TAXES on the amount forgiven.
• To the extent they are included in federal adjusted gross income, Maryland COVID-19 grants issued by the Maryland Department of Commerce ARE TAXABLE.
• Purchases of Personal Protection Equipment, or PPE, ARE DEDUCTIBLE for federal tax purposes, and currently these business expenses deductions flow through to the Maryland return. 

Last month, Comptroller Franchot extended filing and payment deadlines for certain Maryland business taxes and quarterly estimated income tax returns and payments that would be due in January, February and March 2021 until April 15, 2021. No interest or penalties will be assessed and there is no need to file a request for extension.

Taxpayers with COVID-19-related tax questions or regarding tax filing extensions can visit the special COVID-19 page on the Comptroller’s website or email the Comptroller’s Ombudsman at taxpayerrelief@marylandtaxes.gov. More information can be found in the most recent Tax Alert.

Tax fraud is more prevalent than ever. The Comptroller’s nationally-recognized Questionable Return Detection Team flags potential fraud cases and suspends processing from tax preparers when necessary. All taxpayers should be vigilant in protecting their personal identifying information and ensure they are working with trusted preparers. The agency maintains a list of blocked preparers on its website.

As in previous years, the Comptroller’s Office will not immediately process a state tax return if W-2 information is not on file with the agency. Employers are required to report wage information to the Comptroller on or before January 31.

Taxpayers can still get assistance through the agency’s 12 branch offices; however, all in-person customer service operations have been temporarily suspended. Virtual appointments can be scheduled online athttps://www.marylandtaxes.gov/contact-us.php. Expand the “Local Offices and Directions” tab and look for the scheduling link under each branch office.

The agency’s branch offices are open 8:30 a.m.- 4 :30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Telephone assistance now through the April 15 tax deadline is available from 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Taxpayers can also call 1-800-MD-TAXES or email questions to taxhelp@marylandtaxes.gov. Please include your name, address and ONLY the last four digits of your Social Security Number in your e-mail message. This will help generate a quick response to your inquiry. Requests for tax forms should be emailed to taxforms@marylandtaxes.gov. 

MEDIA CONTACTS:  Susan O’Brien –  sobrien@marylandtaxes.gov
                                        443-875-8540 (mobile)

                                        Alan Brody – abrody@marylandtaxes.gov 
                                        443-924-1473 (mobile)