Governments, Agencies Announce Holiday Closings and Schedule Changes
Local government and agencies have released their closings and schedule changes for the Memorial Day holiday Monday, May 29.
Council Appoints New Planning Board Chair, Commissioner
The County Council appointed Artie L. Harris Jr. as Planning Board chair and Josh Linden as commissioner, rounding out the five-person board at its Tuesday meeting.
GSSCC, Police to Launch New Business Safety Alliance Today
The Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce, joined by Montgomery County Chief of Police Marcus Jones and officers from the MCPD 3rd District will launch a new business watch program this morning, according to GSSCC President & CEO Stephanie Helsing.
Astro Lab Will Close at the End of May, Be Replaced by Third Hill Brewing
Astro Lab Brewing, which opened in 2018 at 8216 Georgia Ave., will close at the end of May, according to co-owner Emma Whelan.
Redevelopment Proposed for Forest Glen Office Building
A Forest Glen medical office building at 9801 Georgia Ave. would be redeveloped into a mixed-use development, according to documents submitted to the county’s Planning Department.
Council Votes to Raise Recordation Tax to Add Funding for Construction, Rental Assistance
The County Council yesterday voted to raise a tax rate in order to provide additional funding for Montgomery County Schools construction and capital projects, as well as increase funding for rental assistance.
Applicants Sought for New Development Review Group; Deadline is Monday
County Executive Marc Elrich, the Planning Department and the Montgomery County delegation to the House of Delegates are seeking applicants to be part of a new Development Review Process Workgroup, officials announced.
Silver Spring Nonprofit Acquired by Levine Music
Artivate Inc., a Silver Spring-based arts organization, has been acquired by Levine Music, officials of the two organizations announced.
County Council Extends Deadline to Apply for Two Planning Board Positions
The County Council has extended the deadline in the application process for two full, four-year terms on the Planning Board including for the board chair positions, officials announced.