EPIC of MoCo - Empowering People In Communities
@epicofmoco.bsky.social
Empowering people in communities that have been historically, politically, institutionally and geographically excluded from the decision-making process in MoCo
We’re proud of our community!
Thanks to EPIC of MoCo’s outreach, residents came out last night in full force to learn about the Viers Mill BRT project, ask questions, and hear from MCDOT.
This is what civic engagement looks like
#EPICofMoCo #ViersMill #BRT #Wheaton #CommunityEngagement #MoCo
Thanks to EPIC of MoCo’s outreach, residents came out last night in full force to learn about the Viers Mill BRT project, ask questions, and hear from MCDOT.
This is what civic engagement looks like
#EPICofMoCo #ViersMill #BRT #Wheaton #CommunityEngagement #MoCo
October 22, 2025 at 12:43 PM
We’re proud of our community!
Thanks to EPIC of MoCo’s outreach, residents came out last night in full force to learn about the Viers Mill BRT project, ask questions, and hear from MCDOT.
This is what civic engagement looks like
#EPICofMoCo #ViersMill #BRT #Wheaton #CommunityEngagement #MoCo
Thanks to EPIC of MoCo’s outreach, residents came out last night in full force to learn about the Viers Mill BRT project, ask questions, and hear from MCDOT.
This is what civic engagement looks like
#EPICofMoCo #ViersMill #BRT #Wheaton #CommunityEngagement #MoCo
Introduction: Lease Disposition of County Parking Lot No. 12, located at 1920 Seminary Road, & Colesville Commuter Lot, located at 13504 New Hampshire Ave - MoCo plans to lease 26 public parking spots for 10 YEARS to Francis Energy for EV charging stations
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July 29, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Introduction: Lease Disposition of County Parking Lot No. 12, located at 1920 Seminary Road, & Colesville Commuter Lot, located at 13504 New Hampshire Ave - MoCo plans to lease 26 public parking spots for 10 YEARS to Francis Energy for EV charging stations
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Community Power in Action - Wheaton spoke up, the 1st public hearing on the University Blvd Corridor Plan has been moved from a 200-person venue to an auditorium.
The Council will hold 2 public hearings on the UBCP. first, Wednesday, Sept.10, at 7:00 p.m., at Blair HS Auditorium
The Council will hold 2 public hearings on the UBCP. first, Wednesday, Sept.10, at 7:00 p.m., at Blair HS Auditorium
July 29, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Community Power in Action - Wheaton spoke up, the 1st public hearing on the University Blvd Corridor Plan has been moved from a 200-person venue to an auditorium.
The Council will hold 2 public hearings on the UBCP. first, Wednesday, Sept.10, at 7:00 p.m., at Blair HS Auditorium
The Council will hold 2 public hearings on the UBCP. first, Wednesday, Sept.10, at 7:00 p.m., at Blair HS Auditorium
Today at 11:30AM - Council will vote on the 2025 Master Plan of Highways & Transitways (MPOHT).
M-83 update:
• Northern segment: Removed (climate & Thrive 2050 conflicts)
• Southern segment: Kept—for now, pending study
#MoCo #M83 #Transit #ClimateAction #Planning
M-83 update:
• Northern segment: Removed (climate & Thrive 2050 conflicts)
• Southern segment: Kept—for now, pending study
#MoCo #M83 #Transit #ClimateAction #Planning
July 28, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Today at 11:30AM - Council will vote on the 2025 Master Plan of Highways & Transitways (MPOHT).
M-83 update:
• Northern segment: Removed (climate & Thrive 2050 conflicts)
• Southern segment: Kept—for now, pending study
#MoCo #M83 #Transit #ClimateAction #Planning
M-83 update:
• Northern segment: Removed (climate & Thrive 2050 conflicts)
• Southern segment: Kept—for now, pending study
#MoCo #M83 #Transit #ClimateAction #Planning
Feeling the heat, CM Fani-Gonzalez’s about face on Kemp Mill Shopping Ctr. But One Change Doesn’t Fix a Flawed Plan!
July 18, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Feeling the heat, CM Fani-Gonzalez’s about face on Kemp Mill Shopping Ctr. But One Change Doesn’t Fix a Flawed Plan!
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EPIC of MoCo hit the pavement in the heat, Handing out flyers.
And it was shared like wildfire. The result? A PACKED house. Even CM Fani-Gonzalez’s staff was impressed with EPICs UBCP flyer
When you meet people where they are, they show up.
This is what community engagement looks like.
EPIC of MoCo hit the pavement in the heat, Handing out flyers.
And it was shared like wildfire. The result? A PACKED house. Even CM Fani-Gonzalez’s staff was impressed with EPICs UBCP flyer
When you meet people where they are, they show up.
This is what community engagement looks like.
July 17, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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EPIC of MoCo hit the pavement in the heat, Handing out flyers.
And it was shared like wildfire. The result? A PACKED house. Even CM Fani-Gonzalez’s staff was impressed with EPICs UBCP flyer
When you meet people where they are, they show up.
This is what community engagement looks like.
EPIC of MoCo hit the pavement in the heat, Handing out flyers.
And it was shared like wildfire. The result? A PACKED house. Even CM Fani-Gonzalez’s staff was impressed with EPICs UBCP flyer
When you meet people where they are, they show up.
This is what community engagement looks like.
Great turnout! Over 100 residents joined EPIC of MoCo for a lively conversation on (MPOHT). Thank you to Sophia and David @montgomeryplans.bsky.social for answering questions head-on. Let’s keep showing up and speaking out! #EPICconversations
June 11, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Great turnout! Over 100 residents joined EPIC of MoCo for a lively conversation on (MPOHT). Thank you to Sophia and David @montgomeryplans.bsky.social for answering questions head-on. Let’s keep showing up and speaking out! #EPICconversations
Grab a cone and support a cause! Ben & Jerry’s is donating a portion of sales to the Bethesda African Cemetery Coalition, stop in, treat yourself, and help Save Moses Cemetery. Then come vibe with us June 19 for the People’s Juneteenth Celebration! #BACC #Juneteenth #IceCreamForJustice
June 9, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Grab a cone and support a cause! Ben & Jerry’s is donating a portion of sales to the Bethesda African Cemetery Coalition, stop in, treat yourself, and help Save Moses Cemetery. Then come vibe with us June 19 for the People’s Juneteenth Celebration! #BACC #Juneteenth #IceCreamForJustice
EPIC of MoCo in Action #tasteofwheaton - we’re showing up where people are — breaking down the real-life impact of: More Housing N.O.W.
PILOT tax deals for developers
Corridor rezoning plans that could change our neighborhoods
Because your voice matters, and your home does too! #tasteofwheaton2025
PILOT tax deals for developers
Corridor rezoning plans that could change our neighborhoods
Because your voice matters, and your home does too! #tasteofwheaton2025
June 2, 2025 at 7:11 PM
EPIC of MoCo in Action #tasteofwheaton - we’re showing up where people are — breaking down the real-life impact of: More Housing N.O.W.
PILOT tax deals for developers
Corridor rezoning plans that could change our neighborhoods
Because your voice matters, and your home does too! #tasteofwheaton2025
PILOT tax deals for developers
Corridor rezoning plans that could change our neighborhoods
Because your voice matters, and your home does too! #tasteofwheaton2025
Can your child’s teacher afford to live where they work?
In Montgomery County, the data says no — and More Housing N.O.W. Still won’t fix that. wjla.com/news/local/d...
In Montgomery County, the data says no — and More Housing N.O.W. Still won’t fix that. wjla.com/news/local/d...
DMV teachers face challenges affording to live where they work: Report
A new analysis shows many teachers in the D.C. area cannot afford to live where they work.
wjla.com
May 28, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Can your child’s teacher afford to live where they work?
In Montgomery County, the data says no — and More Housing N.O.W. Still won’t fix that. wjla.com/news/local/d...
In Montgomery County, the data says no — and More Housing N.O.W. Still won’t fix that. wjla.com/news/local/d...
Today is bike to work day, let’s see those pictures @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social @cmalbornoz.bsky.social @dawnluedtke.bsky.social @natalifg.bsky.social @cmkatestewart.bsky.social
May 15, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Today is bike to work day, let’s see those pictures @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social @cmalbornoz.bsky.social @dawnluedtke.bsky.social @natalifg.bsky.social @cmkatestewart.bsky.social
Over 1,000 jobs lost & counting. Real estate agents say D.C.-area families are selling their homes, leaving the region,bracing for more layoffs & warning of a recession. So why More Housing NOW? www.axios.com/local/washin...
D.C.-area home listings spike amid DOGE layoffs
Listings have jumped 25% in the Washington area.
www.axios.com
May 9, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Over 1,000 jobs lost & counting. Real estate agents say D.C.-area families are selling their homes, leaving the region,bracing for more layoffs & warning of a recession. So why More Housing NOW? www.axios.com/local/washin...
What an EPIC conversation w/Council VP Jawando!
Over 100 residents came together alongside co-sponsors AHCA, CACEA, Kemp Mill Neighborhood Alerts, and the Montgomery County Community Coalition to learn abt More Housing NOW, the PILOT program, & the potential impacts on Montgomery County.
Over 100 residents came together alongside co-sponsors AHCA, CACEA, Kemp Mill Neighborhood Alerts, and the Montgomery County Community Coalition to learn abt More Housing NOW, the PILOT program, & the potential impacts on Montgomery County.
April 28, 2025 at 9:28 PM
What an EPIC conversation w/Council VP Jawando!
Over 100 residents came together alongside co-sponsors AHCA, CACEA, Kemp Mill Neighborhood Alerts, and the Montgomery County Community Coalition to learn abt More Housing NOW, the PILOT program, & the potential impacts on Montgomery County.
Over 100 residents came together alongside co-sponsors AHCA, CACEA, Kemp Mill Neighborhood Alerts, and the Montgomery County Community Coalition to learn abt More Housing NOW, the PILOT program, & the potential impacts on Montgomery County.
Join County Executive Marc Elrich for a Community Discussion on the Budget this evening, Monday, March 31st, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Wheaton Community Recreation Center, located at 11701 Georgia Avenue, Wheaton.
March 31, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Join County Executive Marc Elrich for a Community Discussion on the Budget this evening, Monday, March 31st, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Wheaton Community Recreation Center, located at 11701 Georgia Avenue, Wheaton.
More Housing N.O.W. Worksession, today at 1:30PM - to discuss Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 25-02. Planning recommends approving with recommendations: Exempt small projects (e.g. duplexes, triplexes) from full site plan review or create an administrative site plan process
March 31, 2025 at 11:11 AM
More Housing N.O.W. Worksession, today at 1:30PM - to discuss Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 25-02. Planning recommends approving with recommendations: Exempt small projects (e.g. duplexes, triplexes) from full site plan review or create an administrative site plan process
$2.6B loss revenue to convert commercial to residential & developers pay nothing over 25yrs? We cover the cost, they cash in Make it make sense? @natalifg.bsky.social @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social
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22 reactions | We’re entering a tough budget season, working to fund education, transportation, public safety, and other non-negotiables. But a newly proposed bill would give corporate developers in o...
We’re entering a tough budget season, working to fund education, transportation, public safety, and other non-negotiables. But a newly proposed bill would give corporate developers in our county a...
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March 26, 2025 at 1:47 PM
$2.6B loss revenue to convert commercial to residential & developers pay nothing over 25yrs? We cover the cost, they cash in Make it make sense? @natalifg.bsky.social @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social
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A Great Turnout in Kemp Mill!
Last night, over 150 community w/ CE Elrich—stating facts, dispelling myths, & answering questions.
Stay tuned EPIC of MoCo is committed to even more meetings to keep the community informed and engaged.
#EPICofMoCo #CommunityMatters
Last night, over 150 community w/ CE Elrich—stating facts, dispelling myths, & answering questions.
Stay tuned EPIC of MoCo is committed to even more meetings to keep the community informed and engaged.
#EPICofMoCo #CommunityMatters
March 13, 2025 at 1:29 PM
A Great Turnout in Kemp Mill!
Last night, over 150 community w/ CE Elrich—stating facts, dispelling myths, & answering questions.
Stay tuned EPIC of MoCo is committed to even more meetings to keep the community informed and engaged.
#EPICofMoCo #CommunityMatters
Last night, over 150 community w/ CE Elrich—stating facts, dispelling myths, & answering questions.
Stay tuned EPIC of MoCo is committed to even more meetings to keep the community informed and engaged.
#EPICofMoCo #CommunityMatters
2 Critical Meetings, 1 Night—Why Must We Choose? 🤔Public Hearing on the Univ. Corridor Plan @natali Town Hall on N.O.W.
Both shape the future of housing, transit & development —yet we’re forced to pick 1. Our voices matter in both spaces! @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social
Both shape the future of housing, transit & development —yet we’re forced to pick 1. Our voices matter in both spaces! @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social
February 12, 2025 at 6:10 PM
2 Critical Meetings, 1 Night—Why Must We Choose? 🤔Public Hearing on the Univ. Corridor Plan @natali Town Hall on N.O.W.
Both shape the future of housing, transit & development —yet we’re forced to pick 1. Our voices matter in both spaces! @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social
Both shape the future of housing, transit & development —yet we’re forced to pick 1. Our voices matter in both spaces! @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social
Took a week after it was introduced to get a map that may incl. or exclude your house, but More Homes N.O.W. was done with intentionality😉 @natalifg.bsky.social @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social
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February 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Took a week after it was introduced to get a map that may incl. or exclude your house, but More Homes N.O.W. was done with intentionality😉 @natalifg.bsky.social @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social
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More Housing N.O..W. “This ZTA is very intentional” @natalifg.bsky.social - so intentional that the disclaimer says the map may or may not be accurate😳 @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social mcplanning.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant...
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February 12, 2025 at 3:04 PM
More Housing N.O..W. “This ZTA is very intentional” @natalifg.bsky.social - so intentional that the disclaimer says the map may or may not be accurate😳 @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social mcplanning.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant...
First it was Affordable Housing, that wasn't affordable, then they came up with Attainable Housing, that no one but the wealthy could afford, now they're giving us More Housing N.O.W., the details will come out on Thursday. #Housingcrisis #montgomerycounty #morehouisngNOW #workforcehousing
Proposed Montgomery County legislation would allow more residential building types – including duplexes, triplexes, townhomes and apartments – along the county’s transit corridors, with a requirement that 15% of the housing serve the local workforce.
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Proposed legislation would allow duplexes, triplexes along MoCo transit corridors
More Housing N.O.W. was inspired by the “unprecedented levels of public outreach” concerning the Attainable Housing Strategies Initiative.
bethesdamagazine.com
January 29, 2025 at 2:28 AM
First it was Affordable Housing, that wasn't affordable, then they came up with Attainable Housing, that no one but the wealthy could afford, now they're giving us More Housing N.O.W., the details will come out on Thursday. #Housingcrisis #montgomerycounty #morehouisngNOW #workforcehousing
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.@montgomerycountymd.bsky.social hosted the FTA to look at technical elements along the 7.6mile Viers Mill Flash BRT project. ▶️ shorturl.at/sFwaE
The high frequency 🚌service is planned to run between Rockville Pike (MD 355) at Montgomery College-Rockville & Wheaton Metro. Video▶️ shorturl.at/4kcdB
The high frequency 🚌service is planned to run between Rockville Pike (MD 355) at Montgomery College-Rockville & Wheaton Metro. Video▶️ shorturl.at/4kcdB
Veirs Mill BRT Project - MCDOT, Montgomery County, MD
The Veirs Mill Road Flash Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) will be a 7-mile, limited-stop, branded bus service with twelve stations planned along Veirs Mill Road.
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January 21, 2025 at 7:46 PM
.@montgomerycountymd.bsky.social hosted the FTA to look at technical elements along the 7.6mile Viers Mill Flash BRT project. ▶️ shorturl.at/sFwaE
The high frequency 🚌service is planned to run between Rockville Pike (MD 355) at Montgomery College-Rockville & Wheaton Metro. Video▶️ shorturl.at/4kcdB
The high frequency 🚌service is planned to run between Rockville Pike (MD 355) at Montgomery College-Rockville & Wheaton Metro. Video▶️ shorturl.at/4kcdB
Councilmember Katz says AHSI will directly and indirectly impact the whole County! Are you paying attention? Listen to what he's saying.
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66 Nov 19, 2024 CM Katz
YouTube video by EPIC - Empowering People In Communities of MoCo
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January 17, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Councilmember Katz says AHSI will directly and indirectly impact the whole County! Are you paying attention? Listen to what he's saying.
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If you're considering integrating biking into part of your commute in 2025, the following transit options allow bicycles🚴▶️
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*MARC Train🚆= bit.ly/3yYZaty
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*Metro Rail🚇= bit.ly/3mDKE5z
*Metro Bus🚌= bit.ly/3ExkDuw pic.x.com/
January 17, 2025 at 5:12 PM
If you're considering integrating biking into part of your commute in 2025, the following transit options allow bicycles🚴▶️
*MARC Train🚆= bit.ly/3yYZaty
*RideOn bus🚌= bit.ly/3EyRq2x
*Metro Rail🚇= bit.ly/3mDKE5z
*Metro Bus🚌= bit.ly/3ExkDuw pic.x.com/
*MARC Train🚆= bit.ly/3yYZaty
*RideOn bus🚌= bit.ly/3EyRq2x
*Metro Rail🚇= bit.ly/3mDKE5z
*Metro Bus🚌= bit.ly/3ExkDuw pic.x.com/