Montgomery County government has announced that the 2025 County Health Rankings recognize the county as one of the healthiest in Maryland and the U.S. The report highlights Montgomery County’s low premature death rates, high life expectancy, healthier behaviors, strong access to healthcare providers, and ongoing efforts to address health disparities.
Montgomery County’s Office of Procurement will host the “Montgomery County is Open for Business” event on March 31 at the Silver Spring Civic Building to help Federal contractors explore local government opportunities. The event will feature a panel discussion, exhibitor tables from local agencies, and on-site vendor registration to connect businesses, particularly small, minority, veteran, and women-owned companies, with County procurement opportunities.
Montgomery County Council committees will review amendments to the FY25-30 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) and the FY26 Capital Budget on March 20, focusing on projects such as the Olney Community Building, Olney Infant and Toddler Program site improvements, county office renovations, and Montgomery College facility upgrades. Discussions will include funding reallocations, infrastructure improvements, and accessibility enhancements, with key proposals like a $1.2 million elevator modernization project and a $12.4 million increase in Montgomery College’s CIP request.
The Montgomery County Council approved a resolution to establish the Infrastructure Funding Workgroup, which will assess the County’s schools, transportation, and parks infrastructure needs and recommend equitable and sustainable funding solutions. The workgroup, composed of County agencies and stakeholders, must submit a final report by June 30, 2026.
Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection will host its first World Water Day Celebration on March 22 at Wheaton Regional Park, featuring activities like guided nature walks, a piñata exhibit, and Youth Trout Fishing Day. The event, themed “Save Our Glaciers,” aims to raise awareness about freshwater conservation and will include partnerships with local organizations to highlight efforts in protecting waterways and ensuring clean drinking water. (more…)
Montgomery County Council Vice President Will Jawando will introduce legislation on March 18 to create a hiring preference for displaced federal workers residing in the County. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will meet on March 18 to review the Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget, consider amendments to the FY25-30 Capital Improvements Program, and introduce new legislation, including a bill to support the hiring of displaced federal workers. (more…)
Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart issued following statement on Friday after County Executive Marc Elrich released his Fiscal Year 2026 Recommended Operating Budget: (more…)
Montgomery County Councilmember Andrew Friedson issued a statement on Friday opposing the County Executive’s proposed property tax increase, emphasizing the need to keep the county affordable as residents face rising costs and economic uncertainty. He argues that the county should fund essential services without increasing housing costs and reaffirms his commitment to rejecting tax hikes, as he has done in previous years. Full statement below: (more…)
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich has proposed a $7.7 billion Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget, “prioritizing education, public safety, affordable housing, and economic development while maintaining financial stability.” The plan includes the largest-ever local contribution to public schools, fare-free Ride On buses, and targeted tax increases to sustain essential services, but comes with a nearly 3.5% increase in property tax rate.
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has launched a Food Truck Generator Electrification Pilot Program to help food truck operators transition from gasoline and diesel generators to cleaner, battery-powered systems. (more…)