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County Commissioners
Members
- Kenneth E. Lawrence Jr., Chair
- Jamila H. Winder, Vice Chair
- Joseph C. Gale, Commissioner
Overview
The legislative and executive arm of the Montgomery County government is the three member Board of Commissioners. Elected at large for four year terms, the three choose one of their members to be chairperson. Provisions are made for minority party representation as the electorate votes for two from the four candidates seeking the three positions. If a vacancy occurs, the county judges appoint a replacement.The commissioners name all department heads, as well as most members of the various boards, authorities, and committees. In addition, the commissioners appoint all county employees and, sitting as the Salary Board with the Controller, establish salaries of all employees.
The management of county property and all phases of financial administration, except final audit, also rests with the commissioners. They are responsible for the preparation, adoption and execution of the annual budget, as well as for the taxing of all property, both real and personal, for county purposes. They have jurisdiction over County maintained roads and bridges and supervision of the Court House and other county operated facilities, such as the Youth Center in West Norriton Township.
Board of Commissioners Meetings
Attending or Watching a Meeting
Typically, our Board of Commissioners meet on the first and third Thursdays of the month starting at 10 a.m. Meetings are held at One Montgomery Plaza, located at 425 Swede Street, Norristown, PA in the 8th Floor Boardroom.
All are welcome to join us in person. For those who do, there is paid and accessible parking available nearby:
- Street parking surrounding the Montgomery County Courthouse on Airy, Swede, Main and DeKalb Streets.
- Cherry Street Garage, 129 W. Main Street, Norristown
- Main Street Garage, 20 E. Main Street, Norristown
All Board of Commissioners meetings are also streamed live on this page as well as to our Facebook page, Twitter account and YouTube channel for those unable to join us in-person who still wish to follow along.
Public Comment
Those wishing to participate in the meetings by providing Public Comment can do so in the following ways:- by email: commissioners@montgomerycountypa.gov
- by mail: Montgomery County Board of Commissioners, P.O. Box 311, Norristown, PA 19404
- virtually via Zoom: Residents may login during the meeting to provide comment virtually through Zoom. Click here to register.
- in person: One Montgomery Plaza, 425 Swede Street, 8th Floor Board Room, Norristown, PA 19401
Please read the rules for public comment here.
Agendas, Minutes & Video Recordings
Agendas are available prior to the meetings.
Most Recent Agenda | View All AgendasRecordings of Board of Commissioners Meetings from 2021 through the present can be found on a dedicated Youtube playlist. Earlier meeting recordings can be found:
Meeting Video Note
Montgomery County reserves the right to edit the posted version of meeting videos to ensure all comments are germane to Montgomery County business or otherwise comply with the requirements of the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act, 65 Pa.C.S. §§ 701-716, as determined by the County Solicitor.
Commissioner Request Forms
If you are a County employee or member of the public who would like to have our County Commissioners recognize a special day or event, either by appearing in person or by issuing a written proclamation, please use the forms below:
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MONTGOMERY COUNTY CLERK OF COURTS TO HOST REENTRY SIMULATION
This initiative aims to shed light on the challenges faced by individuals reentering society after incarceration. -
GET FREE FLU & COVID VACCINES AT MONTGOMERY COUNTY COMMUNITY VACCINATION CLINICS
Appointments are highly recommended. -
FROM HOME TO MILITARY HEADQUARTERS: “GENERAL GEORGE WASHINGTON IN WORCESTER”
The exhibit will run from Sept. 29 through Nov. 19, 2023. -
MONTGOMERY COUNTY CELEBRATES HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH WITH PA CHIEF DIVERSITY OFFICER NORMAN BRISTOL
All are welcome to attend this free, virtual event on Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 12 p.m. -
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA AWARDED CDC GRANT TO BOLSTER OVERDOSE PREVENTION
The five-year cooperative agreement grants the County $4.4 million to strengthen overdose prevention efforts. -
Mosquito Spraying in Whitpain Township on September 19, 2023
Weather permitting, the spray event will occur on Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2023 from approximately 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. -
PETER WENTZ FARM CIVIL WAR REENACTMENTS HIGHLIGHT MILITARY AND CIVILIAN LIFE ASPECTS
Events will take place on Saturday, Sept. 23 and Sunday, Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. -
JOIN THE FALL FUN AT PENNYPACKER MILLS
Visit Pennypacker Mills this October for two free, family-friendly events. -
MONTGOMERY COUNTY OBSERVES SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK
The Montgomery County Suicide Prevention Taskforce aims to decrease suicides in Montgomery County by increasing suicide awareness, education, training, outreach efforts, and reducing stigma. -
FREE IN-PERSON CAR SEAT CHECK OFFERED DURING NATIONAL CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY WEEK 2023
The event will take place on Tues., Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Limerick Fire Department -
MONTCOWORKS HOSTS CAREER CONNECTIONS FAIR
Employers, community-based organizations and career seekers are welcome to attend the Career Connections Fair on September 14, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at no cost. -
Montgomery County's Code Red Hot Weather Emergency is Extended to September 7, 2023 at 8 p.m.
A Code Red is issued in anticipation of an oppressively hot air mass with a heat index of 100°F or greater. -
Public Input Sought for Green Lane Park Master Plan Update
A hybrid public meeting will take place on September 20, 2023 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. -
Montgomery County Announces A Code Red Hot Weather Emergency for September 5 - 6, 2023
A Code Red is issued in anticipation of an oppressively hot air mass with a heat index of 100°F or greater. -
Montgomery County Announces New Position to Enhance County’s Food System
Montgomery County is excited to announce the addition of a new role within the Department of Health and Human Services. Sam Applefield has joined the county as the Food Policy Program Coordinator as of August 14, 2023. -
Mosquito Spraying around Norristown Farm Park on September 6, 2023
Weather permitting, the spray event will occur on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023 from approximately 7:45 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. -
Mosquito Spraying in Plymouth Township on August 31, 2023
Weather permitting, the spray event will occur on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 from approximately 7:45 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
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