MCPS speaks out about snow removal process
Council President Natali Fani-González held a meeting on Tuesday to evaluate the impact of the recent snowstorm that brought life in the County to a frozen standstill starting on Saturday,… Read More
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Jawando fields snowstorm frustrations before 400 residents
Frustration over Montgomery County’s snow removal response spilled into a virtual town hall this week, where more than 400 residents pressed County Councilmember Will Jawando over lingering road and sidewalk… Read More
County Leaders: Crews cleared snow & ice equivalent of 3M tons under challenging conditions
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and Director of Transportation Chris Conklin both said during Wednesday’s news briefing that, while they understand residents frustrations surrounding the county’s snow removal response, people… Read More
Poolesville meets the challenges of the snowstorm with community spirit
Life in a small town can often mean things move slower. But when it comes to services, the Town of Poolesville delivers for its residents. That became apparent last Monday… Read More
How to remove your car from the snow and ‘icephalt’
Frozen snow can trap your vehicle in place, making it nearly impossible to get out. If your car is stuck in what may seem like “icephalt” (ice and asphalt), here’s… Read More
Neighborhood chat groups tell the real story of frustration over snow removal
If there is one common theme stewing among residents after the historic snowfall of Jan. 25—the largest snowstorm in more than a decade, according to the National Weather Service—it’s that… Read More
County leaders provide update on services like snow removal, trash pickup
As residents dig and scrape themselves out of this weekend’s storm, county employees continue to provide services like plowing, housing for unsheltered people and mass transportation. Clearing the Roads Monday… Read More
Monday snow closings for schools and government announced
Montgomery County government non-emergency services will be closed Monday. Government facilities, including libraries, recreation centers, aquatic centers and senior centers, also will be closed. All activities scheduled through Community Use… Read More