News: Chuck and Stacy Kuhn are offering to donate White’s Ferry to Montgomery County, a key step toward restoring service. We're in talks to ensure public access to Virginia's landing, crucial for the ferry's return.

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White House updates federal grant rules! Nancy Feldman from the Department of Finance shared insights on easing compliance & boosting partnerships. This overhaul aims to lower barriers for local governments & emphasizes community involvement in budgeting.

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.Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection warns of a rise in driveway-paving scams with the warmer weather. Homeowners are advised to be cautious of unsolicited offers & contractors lacking proper licenses. Verify credentials and demand a written contract. Stay alert!

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Ty to County Executive County Exec Marc Elrich & County CAO Rich Madaleno for stopping by Identity’s soon-to-be new headquarters in Gaithersburg on Friday. Everyone was excited to hear about the future home we envision for community programs and events.

Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles Councilmember Evan Glass Thank you Councilmember Evan Glass Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles Natali Fani-González and CM Marilyn Balcombe for your support of economic development and County Exec Marc Elrich's recommendations to improve the Make Office Vacancy Extinct (MOVE) grant program.

Ahead of Earth Day, MCDOT is leading the way in green transit. MoCo is transitioning to zero-emission buses & we encourage everyone to try walking, biking or public transportation. Every ride counts towards cleaner air & less traffic!
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Last week, I was part of a great conversation on Montgomery County's economic development priorities at Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC)'s Economic Development Summit, where I heard from a dynamic group of leaders. Thanks for having me.

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📣 April is #NationalDonateLifeMonth . With 103K+ awaiting transplants & disparities in organ needs, let's raise awareness. Join the Divine 9 & Delegate Pam Queen on April 13 at The People’s Community Baptist Church. Register, save lives, spread the word.

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This morning we are getting an update on the wins in our recycling efforts from County Exec Marc Elrich Marc Elrich and Montgomery County Dept of Environmental Protection Secretary Jon Monger!

I am honored to have recognized the bravery & lifesaving actions of our Montgomery County Department of Police heroes, including those who saved Sgt. Patrick Kepp. Your dedication makes Montgomery County safer & prouder. Thank you for going above & beyond every single day.

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Did you know Montgomery County MD has a Climate Change Officer? This Earth Month, let's thank Sarah Kogel-Smucker for her efforts in battling climate change locally & learn more about reducing emissions in our community. Watch now & join us in making a difference! 🌎

Grateful to our MoCo House & Senate delegations for their hard work during the 2024 Maryland General Assembly Session. Their dedication has led to significant support for our community & schools, paving the way for a brighter future.

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🎨 Middle schoolers in MoCo, get creative with MCDOT's Paint the Plow contest! 🚜 Decorate a snowplow with your best Road Safety theme by April 12 for a chance to win up to $500 for your school! See your art in action during snowstorms.

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📢 Join County Exec Marc Elrich today at 12:30 for our weekly media briefing! 🏡 Focus: FY25 budget and affordable housing with special guest Maryland Dept of Housing & Community Development Secretary Jake Day. 🕒

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Big congrats to the 5 MoCo restaurants & their chefs, including Jose Andres, for making it to the 2024 RAMMY Awards finalists! From Zinnia's beer to Taco Bamba's casual vibes, MoCo's culinary scene is on fire! Don't miss voting for your favs by May 31.

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Big wins for clean energy in MoCo! Thanks to the U.S. EPA, @MoCoGreenBank is powering up with Coalition for Green Capital's award of $5B for eco-friendly projects, boosting equity in low-income areas. Thrilled for this leap toward our 2027 climate goals, Montgomery County Dept of Environmental Protection.

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Celebrated the grand opening of ISKCON's new temple in Potomac with a warm community, vibrant rituals and a ribbon-cutting that opened doors to peace and service. Looking forward to seeing your continued service to our County.

🌒 Tomorrow, April 8, a solar eclipse will be visible in our skies from 2:04 to 4:32 pm, peaking at 3:20 pm. Remember, regular sunglasses won't cut it—use solar viewing glasses to protect your eyes.

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Honored to celebrate the 2024 Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things”award winners: Detective Allen, Marhonda Williams, Maurice Days, Murid Omid & Kevin Shelton! Your exceptional service and commitment profoundly impact our community's well-being. Congrats and thank you!