Montgomery Community Media

The Coalition for Smarter Growth, an organization dedicated to promoting walkable and transit-oriented communities, has a new advocacy manager in its Montgomery County office. Pete Tomao is taking over the position held by Kelly Blynn and said as the new advocacy manager he hopes to work on increasing transportation choices for the county. “Whether that is through more […]

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has announced that the Purple Line is moving forward. At a news conference this afternoon, the governor said it will require an additional investment from both Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. The Governor also announced a nearly $2 billion investment in improving roads and bridges across the state. He said one […]

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan will allocate $68 million dollars into the pension fund, and he will not fully fund education in the state of Maryland. Hogan said he was elected to “provide the fiscal discipline that Maryland taxpayers expect” on a news conference in Annapolis on May 14. “Here are the facts,” Hogan said adding […]

In this MyMCMedia Extra video, Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot talks about the importance of mass transit and the Purple Line during a recent visit to Montgomery County. He also notes that he is getting along well with Governor Larry Hogan. Take a look:

Governor Larry Hogan delivered his Inaugural Address on a snowy Jan. 21 in front of hundreds of people who attended the ceremony. Below, is a copy of his speech as prepared for delivery: “Governor Christie, thank you for being here, thanks for your tremendous support, and for that very kind introduction. “To my wife, Yumi, […]