Type of Community and Homes Available: lnl966, Ketder Brothers, the sole developer, broke ground to begin Montgomery County's first new town. Since then 75,000 homes have been built, 45 communities devel- oped, 75,000 trees planted, and a road system constructed.

Today, about two-thirds completed, Montgomery Village is a family-oriented, totally planned, residential environment, close to the burgeoning technical research office industrial "1-270 Corridor." Its location means residents can enjoy the city life after a speedy commute and return to a community with plenty of open green space and recreational facilities.

Single family detached homes range from $150,000 to over $350,000; townhouses from $75,000 to $180,000; condos run from $45,000 to $150,000. Apartments rent from $700 to $1,500 (utilities included). Village House a 149-unit building for independent senior citizens includes meals, housekeeping, transportation, activities, and 24-hour security.

Tax Situation: Homes assessed at 40%/$100 of fair market value. Public Transportation: RIDE-ON bus to Rockville, with transfer to other county points. RIDE-ON bus every half hour 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to Gaithersburg points.

Shady Grove Metro station. MARC commuter rail service from Gaithersburg, 4 miles away with commuter park-and-ride facilities; commuter bus station and parking at Village shopping center.

Public Facilities and Services: Electricity, water and sewer to entire community; older sections and apartments have gas. Police protection provided by county force at Germantown station; paid and volunteer firefighters service community from 2 stations. Mobile intensive care unit. Firehouse at Village entrance.

Regional library at Gaithersburg, open 6 days a week. Trash collected twice weekly in all areas, and daily in some areas) by private contract.

Public Schools: Information: (301) 279-3700.

Places of Worship: I Catholic, I Charismatic, I Interdenominational, I Latter Day Saints, I Lutheran, I Methodist, I Synagogue.

Organizations: Athletic Association, Bowling Club, Bridge Club, Democratic Club, 4-H, Garden Club, Homemakers, Kiwanis, Newcomers Club, Rotary, Scouts, Senior Adult group. Senior Citizens, Tennis Associations, Women's Club, and many others.

Recreational Facilities: 567 acres of green space and parkland, 35 acres ofponds and lakes) 7 pools, 27 tennis courts, 7 parks, some having play equipment, basketball, voUeyball, baseball fields, Par-71 Montgomery Village Golf Club, YMCA Family Center with indoor pool.

Lake Marian Center has oversized olympic pool and full service gymnasium. Outdoor lawn theater offers summer Sunday evening free concerts. Fee classes such as aerobics, CPR, swimming, art classes, and many others. Special events include July 4th celebration, and other holiday activities.

Little League, Babe Ruth and organized team competition in baseball, football, basketball, softball and swim- ming and sports programs for all ages. Information: (301) 948-0121.

Medical Facilities: Professional center with about 70 physicians, dentists, etc. Nearest hospital Shady Grove 5 miles. Hospitals also at Bethesda, Edward J. Fee, Jr. and Silver Spring.

Shopping: 36 stores, post office, and 3 theaters in enclosed Village Mall. 50 to 60 stores located at Off-Price Mall. More stores and larger department stores at 100-store enclosed Lakeforest Mall.