Montgomery County to Hold Ceremony to Name Executive Office Building in Honor of Former County Executive Isiah “Ike” Leggett on Monday, Feb. 24
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The public is invited to attend the Executive Office Building Renaming Ceremony in Honor of Isiah “Ike” Leggett at 3 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 24. Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and County Council President Kate Stewart will be joined by Maryland Lt. Governor Aruna Miller (confirmed), U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (confirmed), members of the County Council, other elected officials and community members for the ceremony. The ceremony will take place at the Executive Office Building, Terrace Level, located at 101 Monroe St. in Rockville. The program will feature remarks from elected officials and community leaders, a color guard and musical performances, followed by the unveiling of new signage, a plaque and a proclamation.
Former Montgomery County Executive Leggett made history several times throughout his life and career. In 1986, he became the first person of color elected to the Montgomery County Council. He served four terms on the County Council, was president four times, and held several leadership positions. Leggett was also instrumental in passing significant legislation, including the County’s living wage law and public smoking ban.
In 2006, Leggett became the first person of color elected Montgomery County Executive. As County Executive, he addressed local issues like transportation and immigrant labor. He advocated for a statewide gas tax increase to support County transit projects and established a day laborer center to provide a safe space for workers in Gaithersburg. Voters re-elected Leggett to serve two additional terms, ending his third and final term in 2018.
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Leggett has dedicated more than 45 years of his life to public service. He began his public service career in 1979 as an appointed member of the Montgomery County Human Relations Committee, later serving as its chair. Leggett is recognized for his leadership and advocacy on key regional issues. Known for his strategic and effective leadership, Leggett has made lasting contributions to both the County and the State.
What : Montgomery County Isiah “Ike” Leggett Executive Office Building Renaming Ceremony
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When : Monday, Feb. 24 at 3 p.m.
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Who :
- Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich
- Montgomery County President Kate Stewart
- Montgomery Councilmember Andrew Friedson
- Maryland Lt. Governor Aruna Miller
- U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen
- U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks
- U.S. Rep. Glenn Ivey
- Former Howard University President Wayne A. I. Fredrick
- Catherine Leggett
- Isiah “Ike” Leggett
Where : Executive Office Building/ Terrace Level, 101 Monroe St., Rockville. Limited paid parking is available at the Council Office Building parking garage at 100 Maryland Ave. Additional paid parking is available at 51 Monroe St.
Media Contact: Mark Roper, 240-962-1743, [email protected]
Media Contact: Mark Roper 240-962-1743
For updates and link to press release, see here: http://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/Media_Detail.aspx?NaID=5931