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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 27, 2026.
Public comments (5)
The fire chief supported the bill, saying clearer leadership accountability strengthens fire and rescue operations.
Council Session - Oct 27, 2026 · 3:00:03 →The retired deputy county attorney asked for an amendment requiring concurrence of both the executive and council to remove the deputy county attorney, mirroring the county attorney's charter protection.
Council Session - Oct 27, 2026 · 3:00:12 →A 40-year county resident, she supported the bill, arguing the executive must be able to appoint an accountable leadership team and that Council confirmation adds transparency.
Council Session - Oct 27, 2026 · 3:02:46 →A Silver Spring civic leader and former business owner, she backed the bill, saying the executive needs authority to assemble a qualified leadership team.
Council Session - Oct 27, 2026 · 5:08:50 →Testifying virtually for the Commission for Women, she supported the bill only with an amendment keeping the commission's executive director in the merit system.
Council Session - Oct 27, 2026 · 24:02 →