Montgomery County government has passed Bill 25-24, strengthening protections against human trafficking by allowing the County to terminate contracts and debar contractors found in violation of trafficking laws, reinforcing its commitment to ethical business practices. (more…)
Montgomery County government has announced holiday schedule changes for Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 17, including closures for county and state offices, courts, libraries, and permitting services, while Ride On, Metro, and MARC services will operate on modified schedules, and public parking will be free. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council passed the Bring Your Own Bag (BYOB) Bill, banning single-use plastic carryout bags and increasing the fee for paper bags from five to ten cents, with proceeds supporting water quality protection projects. The bill, aimed at reducing plastic waste and improving compliance, will take effect on January 1, 2026. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will vote on Bill 24-24, Taxation – Paper Carryout Bags and Prohibition on Plastic Carryout Bags (also known as the Bring Your Own Bag Bill), on Tuesday, February 11. If passed, the bill would prohibit plastic carryout bags provided by retail establishments, with certain exceptions, impose a tax on paper carryout bags at the point of sale, and require a tax on plastic carryout bags if provided within a municipality. (more…)
Montgomery County Government issued the following news release stating that a Winter Storm Warning is in effect from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning, with expected snow accumulations of 4-6 inches impacting travel. MCDOT has begun pretreating roads, will activate its Storm Operations Center, and urges residents to avoid driving once snow begins, while Ride On bus service may experience delays and detours.
Montgomery County government has announced public hearings on March 11, 2025, for proposed amendments related to subdivision regulations, zoning changes, expedited approvals, and affordable housing tax policies, with opportunities for residents to provide testimony in person, remotely, or in writing. (more…)
Montgomery County is under a Winter Weather Advisory from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8, with snow, sleet, and freezing rain expected to create slippery road conditions and possible ice accumulations up to one-tenth of an inch. County officials urge residents to stay informed, report power outages, and track snow removal efforts through the MCDOT Snow Information Portal and Alert Montgomery
Montgomery County government has provided an update on bird flu, advising residents to stay informed about the ongoing spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), which recently impacted a local backyard chicken flock, and to take necessary precautions when encountering sick or dead birds. Full news release below: (more…)
Montgomery County will host a ceremony on Monday, February 24 to rename the Executive Office Building in Rockville in honor of former County Executive Isiah “Ike” Leggett, recognizing his decades of public service. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council unanimously passed a bill that delays the collection of impact taxes from the start of a housing project to its completion, aiming to reduce upfront construction costs while maintaining funding for schools and transportation infrastructure. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council unanimously passed the Uplifting Victims and Immigrant Safety Act, removing a local restriction that required violent crimes to have occurred within the past 10 years for victims to qualify for U visa certification. The legislation aligns the county with federal and state law, expanding access to legal protections for immigrant crime victims who assist law enforcement. (more…)