Improving Traffic and Transportation Options

There’s no denying that navigating Prices Fork Road can be a challenge. With four schools, new housing developments, and workers commuting into- and out of Montgomery County, this part of the county is seeing an increase in activity and traffic. As you drive west on Prices Fork you’ll also notice that after you pass BHS, there are two lanes of traffic, no sidewalks, no bike lanes, and no bus stops. As development has expanded into more rural parts of the county, we’ve created neighborhoods that must rely on automobiles to get to and from school, work, and shopping. And for those that are brave enough to bike or walk along Prices Fork, they are risking the safety and wellbeing of themselves and the cars they are sharing the road with. I know District E isn’t the only part of the county that is facing these growth-related challenges. That’s why we need forward-thinking leadership on the Board of Supervisors that will work with the appropriate agencies to create safer and more pedestrian friendly transportation solutions for our county. Sidewalks, streetlights, bike lanes, and expanded public transportation are all options to consider to reduce our reliance on autos, promote more activity, and minimize our environmental impact.

Keeping up with Infrastructure

There are >100 miles of unpaved roads in Montgomery County. Several communities rely on wells because they don’t have access to public water sources. Urban sprawl is pushing development further into the county where we don’t have the facilities to process, treat, or manage stormwater and waste. These are issues that our residents shouldn’t have to be worried about. Public health and safety should be a priority for your local government, and as supervisor, I‘m committed to ensuring safe and reliable public services to our residents.