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Press Release: CSG and Montgomery for All share 2026 candidate responses on housing and growth
For the 2026 election cycle, the Coalition for Smarter Growth and Montgomery for All have compiled responses from registered candidates for Montgomery County Executive and County Council, offering insight into their positions on housing affordability, zoning, transit, biking, walking, and community engagement.
Event materials: What’s the future vision for how Ward 3 and DC will grow & change?
This event was a discussion with DC Office of Planning to learn about DC 2050, District's next Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map. April 27, 2026, 6:00 - 7:30 pm, Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library Speakers: Nick Kushner, Senior Cross-Systems Planner, DC Office of Planning Radhika Mohan, Deputy Director, DC Office
Testimony at DPR oversight hearing in support of Chevy Chase DC library redevelopment with increased affordable housing (DC)
We are pleased to express our support for the capital funds for a new Chevy Chase recreation center, along with a new library, civic and outdoor recreation space, and affordable, mixed-income homes at the Chevy Chase Civic Core site.
Testimony at DMPED oversight hearing in support of Chevy Chase DC library redevelopment with increased affordable housing (DC)
We urge the Council to approve the FY 27 budget to support DMPED’s work, and capital funding for the Chevy Chase library and recreation center redevelopment.
2026 Maryland General Assembly finale: Housing and transportation recap
Learn more about the progress that CSG and the state made in the 2026 session with your help.
