November 18, 2013

Nighttime Economy Task Force Submits Recommendations

Earlier this year, the Montgomery County Nighttime Economy Task Force was created by County Executive Ike Leggett to develop a series of policy recommendations that would foster an increased nighttime social life for County residents, employees and visitors.

The group has just released its report/recommendations – entitled “Destination Montgomery: Shining Light on the Nighttime Economy” -- that focuses on specific elements needed to build a strong nighttime economy. The Arts and Entertainment, Business Engagement, Public Safety, Public Space and Amenities, Quality of Life, Transportation, and Venue Operations and Safety.

The task force, with the assistance of the County Executive, his staff, the County Council and the County Delegation to the Maryland General Assembly will work to ensure that the main tenets of the recommendations are considered, studied and implemented, as appropriate

See the full report (pdf).