The Brief Montgomery County has reached a deal with Chuck and Stacy Kuhn to acquire White's Ferry and its Maryland property. The deal moves ownership to the government, but the boat cannot resume service until officials secure legal access to the Virginia shoreline. Montgomery County officials have confirmed a deal has been reached with the owners of White's Ferry to acquire the ferry operations and the dock area in Poolesville. READ MORE: Future of White's Ferry up for discussion following legal battleA formal announcement detailing the agreement came Friday, featuring Montgomery County leaders and ferry owner Chuck Kuhn. In February 2021, Chuck and Stacy Kuhn purchased White’s Ferry, the store and the Maryland shoreline to protect the historical crossing and attempt to reach a settlement.