Neighbors:
As Chair of Economic Development for the County Council, I was thrilled to join the Governor to speak at a press conference announcing a major life-sciences and mixed-use project that will be the home of the University of Maryland’s Institute for Health Computing, a planned research facility by the North Bethesda Metro.
This is an extremely important project as we seek to fortify and build our life sciences cluster in Montgomery County. It will also bring much needed housing right on top of Metro. And yes, that means new riders too!
And it wouldn’t be possible without the strong public-private partnership between the State, the County, WMATA, and the developer. Among the County’s commitment, we have supported $40 million for the Institute of Health Computing, and a 15 year tax abatement through the WMATA PILOT for the housing units in the project. Furthermore, this project will strengthen our efforts advocating for a pedestrian-bike connection across the CSX rail tracks, connecting the Randolph Hill neighborhood with the North Bethesda Metro Station.
See some renderings of what the project could look like below.
Taste of Wheaton
Please join me this Sunday as we celebrate the Taste of Wheaton with delicious food from local ethnic restaurants, live entertainment and dance, local artisan and business vendors and kids’ crafts activities and face painting. My team and I will be there, so please come say hello between activities!
Taste of Wheaton
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 11am – 5pm
Marian Fryer Town Plaza
2424 Reedie Dr
Wheaton, MD
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Wheels in Wheaton
Bring your friends and families on May 31 and June 1 to enjoy roller skating and skateboarding, as well as a variety of food options, a beer garden and other family-friendly activities and entertainment.
Saturday, May 31, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, June 1, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (during the Wheaton Urban District’s Annual Taste of Wheaton)
Parking Lot 13 (directly behind the M-NCPPC Wheaton Headquarters)
11219 Grandview Avenue
Wheaton, MD 20902
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Wheaton Summer Concert Series
The TGIF Summer Concert Series in Wheaton begins on June 13th at 6:30pm with The Nighthawks (Blues). Concerts are at the Marian Fryer Town Plaza (2424 Reedie Dr) from 5–8PM. DJ happy hour set 5pm. Performance 6:30-8pm.
June 13: The Nighthawks (Blues)
June 27: Sahel (World Music)
July 11: David Bach Consort (Jazz/Soul)
July 25: Harikaraoke (Open Karaoke Fun! 5-8pm)
August 8: Strykers Posse (Reggae)
August 22: Hermanos Galvan y Orquesta (Latin)
Enjoy the Farmers Markets
Forest Glen
General Getty Park on June 15 from 10am to 1pm: More Info »
Aspen Hill
Mario Loiederman MS: June 18 from 4pm to 6pm: More Info »
Ride With Me at the Summer Soaker Family Bike Ride!
I’m excited to join our neighbors for a Summer Soaker Bike Party on Sunday, July 13, at 10 AM at North Four Corners Park! Bring your family and friends for a fun, leisurely 4-mile bike ride through District 6, followed by a festive water battle and time to connect with your neighbors. This event will have the special participation of our Montgomery County Police Department as well as our Park Police!
10:00 AM – Pre-Ride Social
10:30 AM – Ride Roll-Out
11:30 AM – Water Battle!
It’s always a joy to spend time with neighbors and celebrate summer together. I hope to see you there!
Listening Session on the University Boulevard Corridor Master Plan
The Planning Board expects to send over their recommendations on the University Boulevard Corridor Master Plan in late June. Then it is on the Council for consideration, including a public hearing, committee and full council worksessions, and ultimately final action later this year. To gather community feedback on the Planning Board’s recommendations, I will be hosting an in-person listening session in July at Odessa Shannon Middle School. Your feedback is extremely important to me, so please consider attending. You may also send written feedback directly to me at Councilmember.Fani-González@montgomerycountymd.gov
Listening Session on the University Boulevard Corridor Master Plan
July 16, 2025
7-8:30pm
Doors open at 6:30pm with light dinner.
Odessa Shannon Middle School
11800 Monticello Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20902
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WMATA Bus Route Change
Many residents have expressed concern over changes to the L8 Metrobus route. WMATA is not eliminating service in this area. Instead, they are rolling out a regional redesign through their Better Bus Initiative, which takes effect June 29.
Under this plan, the L8 will be replaced by the new M22 Metrobus, which combines the current L8 route with the Y2, Y7, and Y8 routes to connect Olney to Bethesda via Aspen Hill and Wheaton. While the L8 name will no longer be used, the M22, along with adjustments to Ride On Route 34, will continue to serve the same communities, offering improved weekend service and increased overall frequency.
For residents concerned about gaps in coverage, Ride On Route 34 will be rerouted to stay on Connecticut Avenue rather than detouring via Veirs Mill and University, ensuring continued access in the Kensington–Aspen Hill area.
I encourage residents to explore WMATA’s interactive trip planner of the new system to see how their trips will change.
Sincerely,
Natali Fani-González
Councilmember, District 6
Chair, Economic Development Committee