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Commissioner raises changes to 'COB deck' membership and fee structure; proposes faster phase‑in

Montgomery County Commission · February 18, 2026
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Summary

Commissioner Franken reported a recommendation to shrink regional 'COB deck' membership and accelerate dues reductions for large counties from five years to three, citing Montgomery County's annual payment of $91,074.05 and proposing each large county pay about $40,000 annually at the end of the phase‑in.

Commissioner Franken brought an informational item to the commission regarding proposed changes to the regional entity referred to in the transcript as "COB deck," saying the group’s membership and fee structure are under review.

Franken said he understood the executive director — identified in the…

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