Ridership Keeps Increasing on County’s Ride On Buses
Ridership on the county’s Ride On buses between March and June rose 9% as compared to the same period last year. Riders have continued to use the transit system at… Read More
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County Alcohol Services Launch Campaign to Curb Underage Drinking
Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) announced a new ad campaign designed to raise awareness about the dangers of underage drinking. Public service advertisements can be found on bus shelters… Read More
Elrich Signs Rent Stabilization Into Law
On Monday, County Executive Marc Elrich signed permanent rent stabilization into law less than a week after it was passed by the county council. Councilmembers passed the bill last Tuesday… Read More
Elrich: Tackling Youth Violence, Drug Use is Urgent
A lethal combination of violence, drugs and “a real disconnection” among young people means Montgomery County must tackle these problems right now, said County Executive Marc Elrich. A community conversation… Read More
‘We Are in a Fight,’ Elrich Says as Drought, Fires Make Impact
Drought conditions and fires have recently impacted the nation and Montgomery County. “We are in a fight, and at some point we’ve got to think about this like you would… Read More
County Invests $125,000 in Long Branch Business District
County officials delivered a $125,000 check Tuesday to the Long Branch Business League and MHP to unify and strengthen the business area. “This is essentially a Flower Avenue Main Street… Read More
El Condado Invierte $125,000 en el Distrito Comercial de Long Branch
Funcionarios del condado entregaron un cheque de $125,000 el martes a Long Branch Business League y MHP para unificar y fortalecer el área comercial. “Este es esencialmente un programa de… Read More
Elrich Firma Proyecto de Ley sobre Plan de Seguridad Comercial Nocturno
Se firmó un proyecto de ley que los líderes creen que ayudará a mejorar la seguridad de las empresas que abren tarde en la noche. El ejecutivo del condado, Marc… Read More
Elrich Signs Late Night Business Safety Plan Bill
A bill has been signed that leaders believe will help enhance safety for businesses open late at night. County Executive Marc Elrich signed the Late Night Business Safety Plan bill… Read More
Councilmembers, MCEA, Realtors Explain Their Views on 2024 Budget
County councilmembers are expected to vote May 25 on the Fiscal Year 2024 $6.7 billion budget. About half of those dollars are slated for the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS).… Read More
Council Holds Day 2 of Public Hearings on Proposed Budget
Thursday afternoon Montgomery County Council held a public hearing on County Executive Marc Elrich’s proposed operating budget. At-Large Councilmember, Gabe Albornoz says he encourages all residents to share their perspectives,… Read More
Council Unanimously Votes to Reaffirm James Hedrick to Planning Board
On Tuesday the County Council unanimously voted to reaffirm James Hedrick to the Planning Board. “The Council reaffirmed our support for Mr. Hedrick because his insight and housing expertise have… Read More