Montgomery County will honor Veterans Day with “Operation Green Light,” several local ceremonies, and an expanded virtual tribute to veterans on November 11, encouraging residents to participate in events and share veteran stories on the county’s website. (more…)
Montgomery County’s Remembrance and Reconciliation Month, led by the Commission on Remembrance and Reconciliation, returns in November with community events highlighting the 160th anniversary of Maryland’s Emancipation Day and key moments in African American history, aiming to foster understanding, healing, and unity across the county. (more…)
On Tuesday, Montgomery County Councilmember Dawn Luedtke has introduced Bill 25-24, aiming to prohibit the County from contracting with businesses involved in human trafficking violations, with enforcement measures such as debarment and contract termination. A public hearing is set for December 3. (more…)
On Monday, Montgomery County health officials released an updated report on maternal and infant health, highlighting the county’s progress compared to state and national averages, disparities in outcomes among non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic populations, and DHHS’s role in addressing gaps through targeted programs and services. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will hold committee meetings on Monday, October 27. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County:
Montgomery County’s Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) and UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO have launched their third annual “Labor of Love” campaign, aiming to raise $70,000 through customer donations in November to support the March of Dimes in improving maternal and infant health across the U.S.
Montgomery County has announced it has upgraded its AI-powered MC311 chatbot, “Monty 2.0,” to provide faster, more accurate responses on over 3,000 topics, support conversations in over 100 languages, and gather user feedback to continually improve its service. (more…)
On Wednesday, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich announced the launch of a $10 million Job Creation Fund, providing financial incentives to businesses in key industries that create high-paying jobs, with additional support for companies in disadvantaged areas, as part of a broader effort to boost economic growth and support innovation in the County. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is accepting applications for RainScapes Reward Rebates, offering up to $7,500 for residents and $20,000 for businesses to implement stormwater management practices that reduce runoff and protect local water quality. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will hold committee meetings on Monday, October 21. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County: (more…)
On Tuesday, Councilmembers Will Jawando and Laurie-Anne Sayles introduced Expedited Bill 23-24 to extend Montgomery County’s minority-owned business purchasing program until December 1, 2029. The bill aims to continue supporting minority, female, and disabled-owned businesses by addressing disparities in County contracting and procurement, following a recent study that highlighted significant disparities in various sectors. (more…)