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Leading Purple Line bid team uses controversial rail car contractor
Although the winning bid hasn’t been formally announced, “two people with knowledge of the process” say the team likely to win the bid to build the light-rail line contracts with a rail car company that has had past problems. [The Washington Post]
Hogan’s “spring break” comments draw rebuke from legislators
Democratic state legislators weren’t pleased after Gov. Larry Hogan went on a radio show Thursday and said it was like the legislators are “on spring break” during the General Assembly. [The Baltimore Sun]
Next Bethesda Downtown session to focus on parks
The Planning Board’s next work session on downtown Bethesda is set for Jan. 25 and will include discussions on the feasibility of proposed parks. [Planning Board]
County officials meet with Muslim community to discuss issues
The meeting Wednesday night focused on ensuring that members of the local Muslim community feel they can share their concerns with county school, police and government officials. [Montgomery Community Media]
City of Rockville begins installing 'no smoking' signs
The city approved a smoking and vaping ban in all public areas, including parks, that goes into effect March 1 and is now posting 'no smoking' signs to alert residents and others to the change. [Rockville View]
Two Montgomery parks win awards
Evans Parkway Neighborhood Park in Silver Spring won the Wintergreen Award for Excellence in Green Building while the Germantown Town Center Urban Park won the Built By Women competition. [Montgomery Parks]
Weather warm-up begins
Friday is expected to be cloudy with a high near 42 degrees and a nighttime low around 35. Saturday and Sunday should be nice—a sunny high of 62 degrees is expected Saturday followed by a high of 58 Sunday with a chance of rain.
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