County Council Approves Bill to Create a Silver Spring Business Improvement District

The County Council yesterday approved a bill to establish a business improvement district in Silver Spring that would provide marketing and promotions for all the businesses within the current Silver Spring Urban District.

Bill 3-21 Special Taxing Area Laws – Silver Spring Business Improvement District – Established is intended to deliver services aimed at promoting the economic growth of Downtown Silver Spring, enhancing the work of the SSUD and Regional Service Center.

“Silver Spring has a great comeback story—not by luck, but by investment and commitment from the county and its residents,” Council President Tom Hucker (D-District 5), a lead sponsor, said in a press release. “The county government has a responsibility to provide the tools necessary for Silver Spring to compete in the region and build upon revitalization efforts. I’m confident this bill will help Silver Spring.”

“A great step forward in promoting and marketing…

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