The Montgomery County Council will hold five public hearings on April 7, April 8, and April 9 at the County Council Office Building in Rockville regarding the County’s Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget, with residents expected to provide input on budget priorities and overall spending.
Montgomery County officials held a groundbreaking for the NoBE II development near the North Bethesda Metro, a 268-unit affordable housing project supported by County and State funding.
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced that beginning in October 2026, new rules will limit how construction and demolition (C&D) materials are accepted at the Shady Grove Processing Facility and Transfer Station.
The Montgomery County Council unanimously passed the County Values Act (Bill 3-26) on Tuesday, March 24, establishing new policies governing how U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) may operate on County-controlled properties.
The Montgomery County Council unanimously approved the Clarksburg Gateway Sector Plan, which outlines a long-term vision for development across approximately 969 acres in northern Montgomery County near I-270 and Clarksburg Road.
The Montgomery County Advisory Commission on Policing will hold a virtual public forum on Monday, April 13 at 6:30 pm to receive feedback from residents on the role of police in County schools. Community members must register in advance to attend or testify, and written comments may also be submitted through the ACP Public Comment Form.
The City of Gaithersburg has issued a building permit valued at approximately $850,000 for the construction of the upcoming Oak Barrel & Vine at Muddy Branch Square.
Montgomery County recently honored dozens of public safety professionals at the 51st Annual Public Safety Awards, recognizing acts of valor, lifesaving service, teamwork, and dedication across multiple agencies. The event, cohosted with the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, brought together local, state, and federal leaders who praised first responders for their courage and commitment to protecting the community, especially in high-risk and emergency situations.
Montgomery County Government has announced a strategic collaboration with Taiwanese semiconductor company Galaverse Ltd Corp. to advance innovation in satellite communications and semiconductor technologies. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council’s ECON Committee will meet March 23 at 9:30 am to review Bill 7-26, which would clarify that agricultural permitting exemptions include farm business operations and product processing. The bill aims to reduce regulatory burdens but would still require permits for buildings where the public consumes food or beverages.
Montgomery County is warning residents to stay alert for scams as tax season ramps up, noting that scammers often use this time of year to target people with fake IRS messages and threats.