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      Public Hearing on Disposition of County Parking Lots
      February 15, 2024

      The Montgomery County Department of Transportation will hold a virtual public hearing (via Zoom) on March 14 at 1 pm on the possible disposition (for reuse) of 4707 Highland Avenue (Public Parking Lot 25) and 4704 West Virginia Avenue (Public Parking Lot 44). The hearing will consider the...

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      Metro Seeks Public Input on FY25 Budget Including Service Cuts and Fare Hikes
      February 14, 2024

      Facing an unprecedented $750 million budget shortfall in the coming year, Metro is asking the public to provide feedback on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Budget which includes drastic service cuts, fare increases, layoffs, and other severe cost cutting measures. The public is encouraged...

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      Apply for Metro Senior SmarTrip Card for Free
      January 9, 2024

      Metro has eliminated the $2 SmarTrip card fee for customers age 65 and older. Seniors enjoy reduced fares on Metro. See details here.

      Expanded Eligibility for New Security Camera Incentive Program
      November 17, 2023

      Montgomery County has announced they they have expanded eligibility for their new Security Camera Incentive Program for businesses and residents. Find out details here.

      Metro is seeking applicants to serve on its Riders' Advisory Council (RAC)
      November 16, 2023

      The Metro Board of Directors is seeking applicants to serve on its Riders' Advisory Council (RAC) to provide input on service, fares and other initiatives and assisting Metro's Board of Directors in its decision-making....

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      Montgomery County Receives $2 Million Grant for Bus Rapid Transit Research
      October 26, 2023

      The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) has been awarded a $2 million grant by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) ...

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      Parks Looks for Public Input on Capital Crescent Trail Improvements
      October 26, 2023

      Montgomery Parks will host two public listening sessions to receive public input on Capital Crescent Trail improvements. Find meeting information for in person and virtual meetings...

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      Comment on Metro's Title VI Civil Rights Program
      October 12, 2023

      Help Make Metro Fair for Everyone. Comment on proposed changes to Metro's Title VI Civil Rights Program. Please see details here.

      Pedestrian Master Plan Approved
      October 11, 2023

      The Montgomery County Council voted to approve the Pedestrian Master Plan, which is Montgomery Planning’s first comprehensive vision to improve accessibility and create safer, more comfortable experiences for people walking and rolling around the County....

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      Ride On Seeks Feedback on the County's Bus Network
      October 11, 2023

      "Ride On Reimagined" is the County's study of the bus network and is intended to guide the future development of Montgomery County’s transit system, with recommended improvements being phased in over time....

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