The Montgomery County Council will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 9, beginning with a vote to confirm a temporary councilmember to fill the vacancy created by Gabe Albornoz’s resignation, followed by an interview with the finalists previously selected for the appointment. (more…)
Councilmember Kate Stewart received the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments’ Elizabeth and David Scull Metropolitan Public Service Award on Dec. 3, recognizing her regional leadership, collaboration, and long-standing public service. (more…)
Montgomery County and WSSC Water are urging residents and businesses to use salt sparingly during winter weather as part of the Salt-Wise campaign, which highlights the environmental and health impacts of over-salting and offers guidance for safe, efficient use.
The County Council’s Economic Development (ECON) and Education and Culture (EC) Committees will meet on Dec. 8 to receive a briefing on MCPS career and technical education programs, while the Transportation and Environment Committee reviews an invasive plants bill, transportation appropriations, and a new MOU with the City of Rockville.
The Montgomery County Education Association (MCEA) has released its first round of endorsements for the 2026 primary election, naming candidates for County Executive, County Council, and the Board of Education who will appear on the organization’s well-known Apple Ballot. The selections follow an extensive, months-long process led by educators across the county.
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection is encouraging residents to reduce waste during the holiday season, a period when household trash typically increases by 25 percent due to packaging, decorations, and food waste.
Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando joined Council President Natali Fani-González and other officials in supporting the Trust Act, legislation that seeks to protect immigrant residents and limit the use of county resources in federal immigration enforcement.
The proposal would codify existing county policies by prohibiting discriminatory practices, ensuring access to services regardless of immigration status, and safeguarding residents’ privacy.
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich is urging residents to support local nonprofits through the Montgomery Gives Local campaign as organizations face rising demand for food, housing assistance, and emergency support.
Montgomery County Council President Natali Fani-González will announce the introduction of the Trust Act on Dec. 4 alongside county leaders, law enforcement, and community organizations.
Briefing: The ECON Committee will receive a briefing about County economic development grants, which will include a fiscal and program update on the status of all grants and a summary of all noncompetitive contracts funded by the County. The County currently offers two categories of grants. The first type of grant is provided to businesses and investors through the Economic Development Fund and J.O.B.S. Initiative. The second type of grant is provided to noncompetitive contracts awarded to providers of business support services through the Small Business Support Services NDA and the Office of the County Executive. Additional information is available in the Council staff report.
The City of Rockville will prohibit plastic carryout bags at most businesses beginning Jan. 1 after the Rockville Mayor and Council voted to adopt Montgomery County’s Bring Your Own Bag Law, which aims to reduce waste and encourage reusable bag use.