Elrich Responds to 4.7-Cent Property Tax Increase
After the county council approved a $6.7 billion operating budget Thursday, County Executive Marc Elrich said he is thankful more money is going toward schools but criticized a reduced tax… Read More
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5 Things to Know Today, May 25, In Montgomery County
It’s Thursday, May 25, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. County Council: The session starts at 9:00 a.m. with a Proclamation recognizing Foster Care Month,… 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
What’s Open, What’s Closed on Memorial Day in Montgomery County
Montgomery County government has posted the following holiday schedule for Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day: County offices – Closed. MC 311– Closed. Public Libraries – Closed Sunday,… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 24, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, May 24, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Medicaid: Eligibility review for Medicaid coverage is underway. Medicaid eligibility review is underway. If you’ve received… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 23, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, May 23, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. MCPL: The Montgomery County Public Libraries and the Montgomery County Commission for Women offer financial… Read More
Trooper Injured After Being Struck by Suspected Impaired Driver in Highway Work Zone
Police said a Maryland state trooper was hospitalized after he was struck by a driver “suspected of impairment” while inside his patrol vehicle in Montgomery County. Around 4:30 a.m. Monday,… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 22, In Montgomery County
Today is Monday, May 22 and here are five things to know today and the 10 day weather forecast. 1. Ride On Food Drive: The county’s annual food drive happens… Read More
Elrich Signs Bill Raising Recordation Tax
On Thursday night, County Executive Marc Elrich signed a bill raising recordation tax rates. Elrich signed the bill during an event for the Montgomery County Council of Parent-Teacher Associations (MCCPTA).… Read More
‘There is Still Time Left’: Unions Implore Council for More School Funding After Preliminary Vote
On Thursday, the Montgomery County Council took a straw vote to pass a 4.7-cent property tax increase and preliminarily approve a $6.7 billion Fiscal Year 2024 operating budget. After the… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 19, In Montgomery County
Today is Friday, May 19. Here are 5 things to know and the 10 day weather forecast as we head into the weekend. 1. Bike to Work Day: The annual… Read More
County Plans Nation’s Largest Self-Sustaining Bus Depot
A new project in Montgomery County will be the largest self-sustaining bus depot in the U.S., according to an announcement from company and county leaders. Energy-as-a-service company AlphaStruxure and County… Read More