Montgomery County is bracing itself for another snowy weekend, as County Executive Marc Elrich is set to shed light on the County's storm response measures and preparations. The update, crucial for residents navigating the inclement weather, will be delivered during the weekly virtual media briefing scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 8, at 2:30 p.m., a session which also promises to touch on the 2025 Maryland General Assembly opening.
Elrich, multitasking ahead of the session's start in Annapolis, has invited media representatives to join the briefing online—a consistent Wednesday window that's become a go-to for journalists following County affairs. According to Montgomery County announcement, accompanying him at the briefing will be Delegate Julie Palakovich Carr, the District 17, Montgomery County House Delegation Chair, and Chris Conklin, the Director of the Montgomery County Department of Transportation. These guests will no doubt add depth to the discussion on transportation and legislative initiatives amidst seasonal challenges.
With each briefing offering new insights into the workings of County governance, reporters looking to delve into current issues have been prompted to RSVP, reaching out to Tracy O'Connor via email for login details—an unchanged weekly ritual for the regulars, but a startup move for the first-timers.
For those unable or unwilling to attend the media briefing, Montgomery County offers a plethora of viewing options. The live broadcast will be available on the County Executive’s X account (@MontCoExec), the County's official Facebook page, and YouTube feed. Should the schedules allow for it, the briefing could also be watched on County Cable Montgomery, extending the reach of the weekly update to an even broader audience eager for the latest word from their County officials.
