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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Montgomery County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Elimination of ITPCC line item and Linea Directa contract
The committee recommended deleting a $3,000 technology-coordination committee line item from the budget and cutting a $21,115 non-competitive communications contract. Both are small dollars, but they signal scrutiny of how the Council spends on consultants and coordination bodies.
OZAH fee schedule additions
The council added new fees to the Office of Zoning and Administrative Hearings' schedule after a public hearing — these are the charges for using the county's land-use and administrative hearing process.
Countywide Grants Software Consolidation
Shifting $150,000 for Euna grants software into the Office of Grants Management would give all departments access to private grant databases — potentially bringing more outside money into the county.
Extension of Racial Equity Action Plan Deadlines (Regulation 30-25)
A proposed regulation would push back the deadline for county departments to complete racial equity action plans. The full Council is expected to act in May.
Takoma Park Library Non-Departmental Account
A specific budget line tied to the Takoma Park library was reviewed separately, which can signal a funding arrangement unique to that facility.
Wheaton Parking Facility Renovations funding
A small $34,650 state-aid-funded boost to the Wheaton parking garage renovation project cleared committee and heads to the full Council on March 3.