Karen Heller of the Philadelphia Inquirer writes:

“The three Montgomery County commissioners, nearing their 100th day of governance, are getting along beautifully. At meetings, during dozens of votes, there hasn’t been a single no vote among Josh Shapiro, Leslie Richards, and Bruce Castor. Also, no fights, no name-calling, no drama.

Such good will! Last week, when evidence of spring first bloomed, the trio served water ice outside to government employees that was paid for, along with contributions from other top officials, out of their own wallets.

Which is really great for Montgomery County, but is such a bummer for, well, me.” Read the full article here.

Linda Finarelli of Montgomery News writes:

“NORRISTOWN — The new voter ID law will likely get a trial run in Montgomery County during the April 24 primary election, according to the commissioners, though the law does not require voters show photo identification until the November election.

The Pennsylvania House Bill 934, which requires voters to show a valid photo identification when they come to the polls, was approved in the House Wednesday by a 104-88 vote along party lines. Every House Democrat and three Republicans voted against the bill. Gov. Tom Corbett signed the bill Wednesday night.”

Read the full story here.

Chairman Josh Shapiro spoke and presented awards at the Montgomery County Human Services Center in honor of  Black History Month. Watch the full video here.