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Last week the Planning Board certified the FY2026 Annual School Test and accompanying School Utilization Report. The School Test evaluates the projected utilization level of the county’s K-12 public school facilities. More: https://bit.ly/44qI2Nw

It was great to collab with @bethesda_today on the magazine's 'by-the-numbers' look at historic preservation in the county for its latest edition out now!

455 individual sites designated

1,035 properties in the largest historic district, Takoma Park

1 historic pet cemetery at the Aspin Hill Memorial Park...named after a British dog kennel, not its location which is Aspen Hill

275 years old is the approximate age of the county’s oldest historic property, Magruder’s Blacksmith Shop at 7835 River Road in Bethesda.

5 art deco houses in the smallest historic district, the Polychrome district, built in 1934 and 1935 on Colesville and Sutherland roads in Silver Spring.

and more....

Introducing the new Montgomery Planning! We're making changes in how we operate to be more flexible to address today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities. Learn more about our new structure and the reason behind the reorganization: https://bit.ly/444e6I8

The Planning Board is live starting at 9 a.m.! On today's agenda:

- FY2026 Annual School Test School Utilization Report
- Forest Glen Passageway Mandatory Referral
- 8676 Georgia Ave Preliminary Plan

View the full agenda: https://bit.ly/4408Sgp

Interested in local history in Montgomery County? The county's Historic Preservation Commission is meeting tonight at 7 p.m. as part of their regular schedule. The commission reviews Historic Area Work Permits, designations, and more.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3EDiALp

We look forward to seeing you tonight, Germantown! Stop by our community workshop (6:30-8:30 p.m.) to learn more about the Germantown Sector Plan Amendment and share your ideas for the future of your community.

📍 Seneca Valley High School Cafeteria

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