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The five members of the Montgomery County Planning Board are appointed for staggered, four-year terms. The Montgomery County Council appoints and the County Executive confirms all members of the Montgomery County Planning Board.

References:

• Mission of the Montgomery County Planning Board
• Meet the Planning Board

The Montgomery County Planning Department staff provides recommendations, information, analysis and services to the Montgomery County Planning Board, the County Council, the County Executive, other government agencies and the general public.

Reference: The Department’s Role in Montgomery County Government

The Montgomery County Council is the legislative branch of County Government. It has nine members, all elected at the same time by the voters of Montgomery County for four-year terms. Five members of the Council are elected by the voters of their respective council districts. Four members are elected at-large by all the voters of the County. The Council officers are elected by the Council from among its members in December for a one-year term.

References:

• About the County Council
• About The Council – Land Use: Master Plans & Zoning

The Executive Branch implements and enforces Montgomery County’s laws and provides executive direction to the government. Its chief executive officer is the County Executive. There are over 30 executive branch departments and agencies that help to deliver services to county residents.

Reference: About County Government