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Georgia Ave Safety Improvements in Montgomery Hills Funded by State

State funding secured for Georgia Ave pedestrian, bicycle, and roadway improvements in Montgomery Hills; construction set to begin in 2028.

Fani-González· Sep 8, 2025· 1 link
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Immigrants are our neighbors, University Boulevard Plan, and more”
Sep 8
Transportation

Ride On Route 41 Schedule Adjusted Starting Sept. 7

Ride On Route 41 serving Aspen Hill, Glenmont, and Wheaton has a schedule adjustment effective September 7 to improve on-time performance.

Fani-González· Sep 8, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Immigrants are our neighbors, University Boulevard Plan, and more”
Sep 8
Transportation

Veirs Mill Road BRT Safety Upgrades Detailed

MCDOT outlined safety improvements at Newport Mill intersection as part of the Veirs Mill Road Bus Rapid Transit project.

Fani-González· Sep 8, 2025· 1 link
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Immigrants are our neighbors, University Boulevard Plan, and more”
Sep 8
Transportation

MCDOT Plans Safety Upgrades at Veirs Mill Road–Newport Mill Intersection

MCDOT will add a crosswalk, sidewalk, and LED lighting at the Newport Mill intersection as part of the Veirs Mill Road BRT project.

MCDOT· Jul 23, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Another step to confront the housing crisis”
Jul 23
Transportation

Committee Votes 2-1 to Remove Midcounty Highway Extended from Master Plan

The TE committee voted 2-1 to remove the M-83 Midcounty Highway Extended project from the Master Plan of Highways and Transitways.

Balcombe· Jul 23, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, July 23, 2025”
Jul 23
Transportation

Ride On Bus Service Goes Fare-Free Countywide

Ride On, Ride On extRa, Ride On Flex, and Flash buses became fare-free on June 29; Metrobus fares remain $2.25.

Balcombe· Jul 9, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, July 9, 2025”
Jul 9
Transportation

L8 Metrobus Replaced by M22 Route Starting June 29

WMATA's Better Bus Initiative replaces the L8 Metrobus with the new M22 route on June 29, connecting Olney to Bethesda via Wheaton.

Fani-González· May 29, 2025· 1 link
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Big news in North Bethesda, plus loads of events”
May 29
Transportation

FY26 Budget Includes Funding to Reopen White's Ferry

Montgomery County's adopted FY26 budget allocates funds toward a proposed solution to reopen White's Ferry.

Balcombe· May 21, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A (Budget) Message from Marilyn: Thursday, May 22, 2025”
May 21
Transportation

Forest Glen Pedestrian Passageway Delayed Two Years to FY30

The Forest Glen Passageway project was pushed back two years in the FY26 budget; construction now starts in FY30.

Fani-González· May 15, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “We have a budget”
May 15
Transportation

Bike to Work Day Pit Stop Set for Germantown May 15

A Bike to Work Day pit stop returns to Germantown's BlackRock Center for the Arts on May 15, 7:30–9:30 AM; registration is open.

Balcombe· Apr 30, 2025· 1 link
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 30, 2025”
Apr 30
Transportation

Ride On Seeks Art Submissions for 50th Anniversary Contest

Ride On is holding an art contest to mark 50 years of service in Montgomery County; entries accepted through April 15.

Balcombe· Mar 26, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, March 26, 2025”
Mar 26
Transportation

MCDOT Offering Low-Cost Adult Bike Classes April Through June

MCDOT is hosting nine Learn to Ride and one Basic Skills adult bike class in April, May, and June; April registration is open now.

MCDOT· Mar 12, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, March 12, 2025”
Mar 12
Transportation

Planning Board Votes to Remove Midcounty Highway M-83 from Master Plan

The Planning Board voted to remove the unbuilt Midcounty Highway extension (M-83) from the Master Plan of Highways and Transitways.

Balcombe· Mar 12, 2025· 5 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, March 12, 2025”
Mar 12
Transportation

MCDOT Seeks Feedback on Ride On Bus Route Changes at Feb. 18 Forum

MCDOT hosts a public forum on proposed changes to Ride On routes 10, 34, 42, new route 40, and Metrobus routes L8 and T2, effective June 29.

MCDOT· Feb 18, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “More info on More Housing NOW”
Feb 18
Transportation

County Seeks $750K to Advance Randolph Road-CSX Grade Separation Design

A $750,000 state funding request would advance concept and preliminary design for a grade separation at the Randolph Road–CSX rail crossing.

Fani-González· Feb 7, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Upcoming town halls on housing and restaurants”
Feb 7
Transportation

County Seeks $9M State Funding for North Bethesda Metro Entrance

Montgomery County's 2025 General Assembly capital request includes $9M for preliminary engineering of a northern entrance at North Bethesda Metro Station.

Fani-González· Feb 7, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Upcoming town halls on housing and restaurants”
Feb 7
Transportation

Third Master Plan Highways Hearing Set for Jan. 9 in Germantown

A third public hearing on the Master Plan of Highways and Transitways is scheduled for Jan. 9 at the Upcounty Regional Services Center.

Balcombe· Dec 18, 2024· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 18, 2024”
Dec 18, 2024
Transportation

Expedited Bill 29-24 Proposes Silver Spring Parking Permits for Service Providers

Expedited bill would create a parking permit rate for specialized service providers in the Silver Spring area.

Balcombe· Dec 18, 2024· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 18, 2024”
Dec 18, 2024
Transportation

County Offers Free Parking in All Garages December 21

Montgomery County will provide free parking in all county-owned garages and lots on Saturday, December 21, 2024, to support holiday retail activity.

Fani-González· Dec 5, 2024· 0 links
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Energy Efficiency Workshop, and more!”
Dec 5, 2024
Transportation

M-83 Midcounty Highway Extended Hearing Added for January 9

The Planning Board added a Jan. 9 public hearing on Midcounty Highway Extended (M-83) at the Upcounty Regional Services Center.

Balcombe· Dec 4, 2024· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 4, 2024”
Dec 4, 2024
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