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When Public Safety Becomes Political Collateral: Firefighter Cuts Reveal Montgomery County’s Misplaced Priorities
The Montgomery County Council’s decision to eliminate career firefighter positions at the Hyattstown Fire Department endangers public safety, prioritizing fiscal cuts over emergency response. Despite saving $1 million, critics highlight mismanagement of funds on bureaucratic projects. Residents are urged to demand accountability and reverse this dangerous policy.