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June 26, 2025
Starting July 1, RideOn buses will be fare-free for everyone. This is a policy goal I’ve worked toward since my first day in office, when I rode the bus to Rockville. During my first year on the Council, I led the effort to make RideOn buses free for kids – with student ridership increasing by 57%.
Access to transportation is one of the greatest equalizers in our society. Did you know that two-thirds of bus riders earn under $50,000 in a county where the median household income is more than $125,000? Public transportation connects workers to jobs, students to classrooms, and families to shopping and medical care.
I am committed to ensuring that RideOn buses remain frequent and reliable, which is the best way to increase transit ridership, ease traffic congestion and improve our air quality and climate.
 Councilmember Glass in front of a fleet of electric RideOn buses.
Native plants are vital for a vibrant ecosystem. That’s why I recently introduced the Native Plant Protection Act — a legislative package that includes two key proposals: a ban on the sale of invasive bamboo and a requirement to have native plants in new development across Montgomery County.
Expanding the use of native plants is essential to sustaining biodiversity, building climate-resilient landscapes and supporting pollinators. Native trees, shrubs and grasses protect soil from erosion, reduce runoff and flooding, improve air quality, and provide critical food and habitat for bees, butterflies and birds. In contrast, invasive species like bamboo pose a growing threat. Bamboo spreads aggressively and releases chemicals into the soil that prevent native species from thriving.
I want to thank Maryland Delegate Linda Foley for her work to pass legislation authorizing Montgomery County to preserve the quality and integrity of our local ecosystems. As chair of the Transportation and Environment Committee, I’ve made it my priority to make our community greener and environmentally sustainable — and this legislation is an important step forward.
 Native plants like Black-eyed Susans help preserve the quality of our local ecosystems.
Huge congratulations to the newest graduates of the Montgomery County Fire Science & Rescue Cadet program! They've trained hard, learned vital lifesaving skills and are now ready to serve.
My appreciation to all the students (and their parents) for stepping up and showing what leadership looks like at every age. Montgomery County is proud of you — the future is in good hands!
 Congratulations to the newest graduates of the Montgomery County Fire Science & Rescue Cadet program!
Melanie White has dedicated decades of leadership to the Village of Friendship Heights. Her passion, commitment and genuine goodness have made a lasting impact on this vibrant community.
Please help me thank Mayor White for her distinguished service to the residents of Friendship Heights. We are grateful for her public service, and I wish her all the best as she steps down from elected office.
 Councilmember Glass with Friendship Heights' former Mayor Melanie White.
In a time of so much divisive rhetoric, I’m proud to live in a county where our rich cultural diversity is celebrated. During this Immigrant Heritage Month, I stand with our immigrant community and will continue to make sure that everyone is welcome in Montgomery County.
After last week’s storm, a Silver Spring resident sent a picture of a pool of standing water near a playground that had not drained properly. My team quickly flagged the issue to the Parks Department who sent a team out to clear the water and make sure kids could play safely.
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 Thank you to the Parks Department for cleaning up this pool of standing water after the storm.
This weekend is the 26th annual Heritage Days weekend! The free countywide festival offers programs, activities and tours for visitors of all ages and interests, and is a great opportunity to enjoy historic sites that are not normally open to the public. Whether you want to learn about local Civil War and African American history, discover new arts and culture in the community, or enjoy beautiful outdoor trails, there’s something for everyone to enjoy during Heritage Days. You can find more information about the weekend’s activities on Heritage Montgomery’s website.
Please do not reply to this email. To contact my office, email me at Councilmember.Glass@montgomerycountymd.gov.
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