Five Things: Bad Traffic, Democrats Top Week's Events

It looks like a big week of news in the Odenton area. Check all this week for coverage of these five events.

When: Monday, 4 p.m.
Where: , 1681 Riedel Rd., Crofton

Details: Operators of the proposed Chesapeake Terrace rubble landfill in Odenton are seeking two permits relating to water use. The Halle Cos. has been seeking approval to build the landfill south of Piney Orchard for more than 20 years.

When: Tuesday, 7 p.m.
Where: Village Commons Community Center, Village at Waugh Chapel

Details: The Greater Crofton Council will host a session with engineers from the Maryland State Highway Administration to discuss the new "Michigan U" traffic pattern on Maryland Route 3. 

When: Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Where: Piney Orchard Community Center

Details: This is a chance for Piney Orchard residents to hear from those seeking election to the community's board of directors.

Fort Meade Restoration Advisory Board

When: Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Captain John Smathers Army Reserve Center on Annapolis Road between 20 1/2 and 21st streets

Details: Hear the latest on efforts by the U.S. Army to monitor and mitigate pollution to groundwater stemming from several former industrial sites at Fort Meade.

33rd District Democrats Meeting

When: Thursday, 6 p.m.
Where: , 1210 Annapolis Rd., Odenton

Details: The Democrats from District 33 will host Ned Carey, chairman of the Anne Arundel County Democratic Central Committee and Matt Verghese, the political and communications director for the Maryland Democratic party.