Montgomery County is preparing to launch a redesigned version of its official website on Monday, April 20, with a focus on making information easier to find and improving the overall user experience.
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The Montgomery County Council’s Public Safety Committee unanimously passed Bill 5-26, known as the Unmask ICE Act, which would prohibit federal, state, and local law enforcement officers from wearing masks or facial coverings while on duty in the county, with limited exceptions.
The Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) has announced Danny Chavez as its new Vice President of Business Development, with a start date of May 4, 2026.
Montgomery County Council committees will meet on Thursday, April 16 to review a wide range of Fiscal Year 2027 operating budgets, including funding for multiple government offices, non-departmental accounts, and major agencies such as the Department of Health and Human Services, WSSC Water, and the Office of Management and Budget.
Montgomery County Council committees will meet April 15 to review multiple Fiscal Year 2027 operating budgets and capital projects related to public safety, including funding for the Office of Animal Services, Sheriff’s Office, State’s Attorney’s Office, Circuit Court, and Department of Correction and Rehabilitation.
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich said recent incidents at Bradley Hills Elementary School, including disturbing graffiti and a fire, are being taken seriously, with police, fire, health officials, and school leaders coordinating a response. (more…)
Montgomery County Council President Natali Fani-González thanked the Montgomery County Delegation for its work during the 2026 Maryland General Assembly session, highlighting progress on housing, transit, public safety, and other priorities.
The Montgomery County Council will meet Tuesday, April 14 at 9 am, beginning with proclamations recognizing Earth Month and a Councilmember for a Day winner, followed by afternoon proclamations for World Art Day and Immigrant Day of Resilience. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has been awarded more than $2.1 million in federal and state funding to support programs aimed at lowering energy costs for low and moderate-income residents and expanding the County’s tree canopy.
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Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC), located at 7315 Muncaster Mill Road in Derwood, will expand its weekend adoption hours beginning Saturday, April 11, opening from 11 am to 5 pm on both Saturdays and Sundays.
Montgomery County Council President Natali Fani-González, Vice President Marilyn Balcombe, and Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles have proposed amendments to ZTA 26-01 to strengthen regulations on data center development following public feedback.