3/12 (3:32pm) Update: The Montgomery County Council has approved the proposed changes, effective at 5pm today.
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MoCo Government
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.
Congressmen Jamie Raskin and David Trone Call for Mass Vaccination Site
Representatives Jamie Raskin and David Trone released a letter today urging Governor Hogan to open a mass vaccination site in Montgomery County, MD.
MoCo Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles Featured on 60 Minutes
Chief Public Health Officer for Montgomery County Travis Gayles was featured Sunday evening on 60 Minutes. He expressed his frustration with the amount of COVID-19 vaccine the county has received and described how the County is prioritizing vaccine distribution.
Local Group of MCPS Teachers Urging State of Maryland to Open A Mass Vaccine Site in MoCo
An advocacy group known as the Vaccine Hunters, comprised of eight Montgomery County Public School teachers, are encouraging residents to reach out to state and local officials to demand a mass vaccination site in the county.
Asian American Townhall on COVID-19 Vaccine Tonight at 7PM
There will be a virtual town hall tonight (February 23rd) discussing the COVID-19 vaccine in the Asian American community living in Montgomery County.
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Conversation About COVID-19 Vaccine in the Black Community this Monday, February 22nd
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and County Council members Will Jawando will be hosting a virtual event titled, “The Black Community and the COVID-19 Vaccine: Why Acceptance of the Vaccine is Important” on Monday, February 22nd at 7:30PM.
Montgomery County 911 Call Taker Recognized for Helping Gaithersburg Couple Deliver Baby