The Montgomery County Council’s Public Safety and Transportation & Environment Committees will meet on July 21 to review the 2024 police statistical data, a $1.9 million supplemental appropriation for the Fire and Rescue Service, and the Planning Board’s draft 2025 technical update to the Master Plan of Highways and Transitways. (more…)
Montgomery County has activated an Extreme Heat Alert for Thursday, 7/17 from 11am to 8pm. Expect the heat index to be above 95ºF. Stay hydrated and take precautions to protect yourself & pets from heat-related illness. (more…)
On July 17, the Montgomery County Council’s Education and Culture Committee will receive a briefing on MCPS academic performance and review grading policy changes, while the Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee will review legislation related to internet access service procurement and retirement system eligibility. The discussions will cover the transition to Maryland State Report Card data, updates to grading regulations, and proposed bills affecting County contracting and employee retirement groups.
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is offering free back-to-school vaccinations for children in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade who live in the County and are missing required immunizations. Vaccines are available by appointment at multiple clinic locations through the end of September to help students meet state vaccination requirements for the 2025–2026 school year. (more…)
Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart introduced Expedited Bill 27-25 to establish a community choice aggregator, aiming to provide residents and small businesses with access to more renewable, competitively priced electricity while supporting the County’s climate goals.
The Montgomery County Council unanimously passed Bill 13-25 today, aimed at curbing unlicensed commercial house parties by strengthening enforcement tools, increasing fines, and closing legal loopholes. Councilmembers Dawn Luedtke and Andrew Friedson will hold a press conference to discuss the legislation on Thursday, July 17 at 12:30 p.m. at the Council Office Building. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council unanimously passed Expedited Bill 10-25, creating a hiring preference for displaced federal workers who reside in the county. The legislation, introduced by Council Vice President Will Jawando and supported by multiple councilmembers, is a response to recent large-scale federal layoffs and aims to retain skilled public servants by offering them employment opportunities within County government. (more…)
The International Association of Firefighters Local 1664 has announced its early endorsement of Councilmember Andrew Friedson for Montgomery County Executive, marking the first labor endorsement in the 2026 race. The organization cited Friedson’s commitment to public safety, support for first responders, and record of championing emergency services and working families. Earlier this month, Businessman, philanthropist, and former County Executive candidate David Blair also endorsed Andrew Friedson for Montgomery County Executive.
On Monday, Councilmember Evan Glass, currently serving his second term as an At-Large member of the Montgomery County Council, announced endorsements from Tom Perez and David Trone in his campaign for County Executive. Both former federal officials cited Glass’s leadership experience, inclusive approach, and focus on economic growth, education, and community protection as reasons for their support. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will meet Tuesday, July 15 to present proclamations, introduce a renewable energy bill, and vote on multiple items. These include hiring preferences for displaced federal workers, new rules for unlicensed entertainment events, and changes to water and sewer service. The Council will also hold public hearings, interview a nominee for Public Information Director, and consider a resolution supporting 14 early voting centers.
The Montgomery County Council’s Economic Development Committee will meet on Monday, July 14 to receive a briefing on a new competitive grant process for distributing Small Business Support Services funding in FY2026.