Councilmember Rice Introduces Legislation Requiring a Permit for Solicitation of Occupants in Vehicles on High-Speed Roadways
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County Council Approves Amended Board of Health Regulation on Graduation Ceremonies
This morning the Montgomery County Council unanimously approved a Fourth Amended Board of Health Regulation to prevent the spread of COVID19 in the county. The amendment, which is listed below, focuses on guidelines for school graduations.
Silver Spring Resident John King Announces He’s Running For Governor of Maryland
Former U.S. Education Secretary John King is launching a campaign for governor of Maryland. King served as Secretary of Education from 2016 to 2017 under President Barack Obama and is running as a Democrat.
Marilyn Balcombe Announces Candidacy for Montgomery County Council (District 2)
Marilyn Balcombe of Germantown, the president and CEO of the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce, announced that she will run for Montgomery County Council (District 2) in 2022.
MoCo Launches $59 Million COVID-19 Rent Relief Program: Applications for Third Phase Available Now
Montgomery County announced Thursday that eligible renters can now apply for COVID-19 rent relief. The program is designed for low income renters that have experienced income loss due to the pandemic.
A Message from County Executive Marc Elrich
County Executive Marc Elrich thanks the Montgomery County Delegation to the General Assembly for its many accomplishments in this year’s session. Among the legislation passed was a measure that will move the County closer to implementing “Community Choice Energy.” He also addresses how the “pause” of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines will impact Montgomery County’s vaccine program.
Councilmember Hans Riemer Says Swimming Pool Guidance to be Revised to 50% Capacity, Hopeful for 100%
Councilmember Hans Riemer tweeted a promising update this morning for those hoping pools will return to full capacity by this summer.
County Pauses Use of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
Per Montgomery County:
”I’d like to share some positive news on the covid vaccination rates in Montgomery County.
All Marylanders 16+ Are Eligible For Vaccine Starting Today
Beginning today, April 12th, all Marylanders above the age of 16 are eligible to recieve the COVID-19 vaccination.