Halt Further Property Tax Hikes in Montgomery County by Marc Elrich and the County Council

Recent signers:
Mary Tyler Vitol and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

As homeowners, landlords, and tenants of Montgomery County, we are facing mounting financial stress due to Marc Elrich's and the County Council’s repeated decisions to raise property taxes. Our real estate taxes have witnessed a drastic increase over the last few years as a result of increased assessments and previous tax rate hikes. Most recently, in 2023, we were subjected to a 4.7% property tax increase. This relentless rise in property taxes has been compounding our housing expenses, making living in Montgomery County increasingly unaffordable.

We believe it's time for a change. We urge Marc Elrich and the County Council to cease increasing the taxes of their constituents and instead focus their efforts on constructing a business-friendly county, capable of generating additional revenue. This will not only relieve the tax burden on the current residents but also attract new businesses and job opportunities. Furthermore, we urge the county to work on creating a balanced budget that does not include raising taxes, and instead stress on reducing the expenses.

We, the citizens of Montgomery County, kindly request Marc Elrich and the County Council to prioritize the economic well-being of their constituents. By signing this petition, you are supporting a more affordable, vibrant, and business-friendly Montgomery County. Sign our petition now to halt further property tax hikes.

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Recent signers:
Mary Tyler Vitol and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

As homeowners, landlords, and tenants of Montgomery County, we are facing mounting financial stress due to Marc Elrich's and the County Council’s repeated decisions to raise property taxes. Our real estate taxes have witnessed a drastic increase over the last few years as a result of increased assessments and previous tax rate hikes. Most recently, in 2023, we were subjected to a 4.7% property tax increase. This relentless rise in property taxes has been compounding our housing expenses, making living in Montgomery County increasingly unaffordable.

We believe it's time for a change. We urge Marc Elrich and the County Council to cease increasing the taxes of their constituents and instead focus their efforts on constructing a business-friendly county, capable of generating additional revenue. This will not only relieve the tax burden on the current residents but also attract new businesses and job opportunities. Furthermore, we urge the county to work on creating a balanced budget that does not include raising taxes, and instead stress on reducing the expenses.

We, the citizens of Montgomery County, kindly request Marc Elrich and the County Council to prioritize the economic well-being of their constituents. By signing this petition, you are supporting a more affordable, vibrant, and business-friendly Montgomery County. Sign our petition now to halt further property tax hikes.

The Decision Makers

Montgomery County Council
9 Members
2 Responded
Andrew Friedson
Montgomery County Council - District 1
Throughout my time on the County Council, including last year as Council President, I’ve focused on making Montgomery County more affordable for families. Right now, too many residents are struggling to keep up with rising costs. Our region and state face unprecedented fiscal instability, even before Elon Musk and the Trump Administration’s newest assault on federal workers who make up such a large share of our local economy. Over the last 7 years, Montgomery County families have been regularly hit with higher tax bills and have seen their property tax assessments increase by approximately 29 to 40 percent. The county is already generating more revenue from county taxpayers -- it's our responsibility to fund schools, public safety, transportation, parks, and libraries, without adding additional housing costs on residents. I’ve consistently voted against property tax increases -- when the County Executive proposed them in the early days of COVID-19 and again in 2023, as well as multiple times in between. I will once again oppose raising the tax burden on Montgomery County families. I believe our future is brighter if we keep affordability for our families at the forefront of our decisions: by reducing housing costs, doubling down on economic growth to fund our community’s priorities, and by being more effective and efficient with the tax dollars we already have. Councilmember Andrew Friedson Montgomery County Council
Evan Glass
Montgomery County Council - At Large
Thank you for writing to share your thoughts about the county executive’s proposed 3.5 cent property tax increase in the FY26 recommended operating budget. I share your concern that now is not the time for a property tax increase. Montgomery County is home to 70,000 federal workers and tens of thousands of contractors who are currently facing financial uncertainty due to President Trump’s dismantling of the federal workforce. Many residents across the county have also seen their property values increase by upwards of 40% following assessments from the State Department of Assessment and Taxation. Increasing the property tax rate now would only worsen the financial anxiety that many in our community are experiencing. As the council deliberates the FY26 operating budget, I will urge my colleagues to find cost savings and oppose this tax increase. I believe that we can fund Montgomery County Public Schools and strengthen our social safety net without raising property taxes. We must be mindful of the current economic situation we are in and prepare for the precarious future ahead. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts with me. Let’s stay in touch as the budget moves through the legislative process. In service, Evan Evan Glass Councilmember Montgomery County Council
Dawn Luedtke
Montgomery County Council - District 7
Marc Elrich
Montgomery County Executive
Marilyn Balcombe
Marilyn Balcombe
Councilmember, District 2

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