Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4: Snow Removal and the Importance of Raising Spending Limits for Capital Improvement Projects

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Reporters interested in asking Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich questions will have the opportunity to do so during this week’s virtual media briefing, scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4.

The County Executive will discuss the continuing challenge of removing snow and ice from area roads and public sidewalks. He’ll also discuss disappointment with County Council action on Tuesday that will keep general obligation bond limits at their current ceiling. The decision will complicate his recommended capital improvements budget and likely lead to fewer projects being funded in a timely manner. This week’s guest will be:

• Chris Conklin, director, Montgomery County Department of Transportation 

The weekly media briefings offer reporters an opportunity to discuss timely and vital issues with the County Executive, key members of the County Government, and community leaders invited to the Zoom call. Media members who wish to participate in the virtual media briefing should RSVP to Tracy O’Connor at tracy.o'[email protected] on the day of the briefing. Login information will be provided after receipt of the RSVP. Login information for the media briefing remains the same from week to week. There is no need to RSVP each week unless you are new to the call.

You can view the media briefing live on the County's Facebook page and YouTube page. Provided there are no conflicts, you can also watch the briefing on County Cable Montgomery.

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Media Contact: Joe Dominguez 240-743-8865