State of Maryland Issues Memo Saying County Health Departments Must Follow State’s Phasing For COVID-19 Vaccine
The State of Maryland issued a memo yesterday which said counties must follow the state’s vaccine eligibility guidelines. The state of Maryland is currently in stage 2A. You can find a list of the different stages and who is currently eligible for the vaccine here.
Ride On Resuming Front Boarding, Fare Collection in April
Beginning Monday, April 5, 2021, front door boarding and fare collection will resume on Montgomery County’s Ride On, Ride On extRa, and Flash buses. These routines had been suspended due to COVID. With the return of front boarding, the rear doors on Ride On buses will return to their pre-COVID exit only layout.
Montgomery County Council Approves Three Game High School Football Season
Today the Montgomery County Council unanimously approved a new limited amendment to the health order that will allow the three game spring football season to move forward.
Montgomery County Council to Meet Friday to Reconsider Sports Plans
The Montgomery County Council will meet Friday at 1PM to vote on a new health order that would allow certain youth sports to resume. This includes football, which would be on a three game schedule, and cheerleading.
Marc Elrich Unveils MoCo’s $6.0B Budget Recommendations
This week Marc Elrich released Montgomery County’s 2022 budget proposal, which includes the removal of School Resource Officers.
Cabin John ABS Liquor & Wine Temporarily Closes
The Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Service’s Liquor & Wine store located at 11301 Seven Locks Road in Potomac has temporarily closed after an employee was possibly exposed to COVID-19.
3/12 (3:32pm) Update: The Montgomery County Council has approved the proposed changes, effective at 5pm today.
Message From County Executive Marc Elrich
However, he thinks safety precautions must continue to be followed and is concerned by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s surprising announcement that he will end most State restrictions starting Friday.
County Council to Hold a Hearing and Vote Tomorrow on COVID-19 Regulations
The Montgomery County Council will be meeting to introduce, hold a public hearing, and vote tomorrow at 1:30PM on a Board of Health Regulation to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
MCPS Seeking Feedback on 2021-2022 Calendar Options
Montgomery County Public Schools have developed two calendar scenarios that show different start and end dates for the 2021-2022 school year and is looking for feedback. Below you’ll see the two different proposed calendars. Feedback can be shared here.
Message from Dr. Anthony Fauci to Montgomery County Council
During today’s Montgomery County Council meeting, Dr. Anthony Fauci thanked the council and community leaders for their response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He asked that we all “just hang on a bit longer” and said we need to keep our foot on the accelerator with regards to mask wearing and social distancing.