Montgomery County has announced it will offer free parking in County-owned garages and lots on Small Business Saturday (Nov. 30) and Super Saturday (Dec. 21) to encourage shopping at local businesses, though on-street meter fees will still apply. (more…)
Montgomery County has announced it is advancing its zero waste goals through expanded recycling and composting programs, improved waste diversion technologies, and community engagement, achieving a 45% recycling rate—significantly above the national average of 32%. The County plans to implement advanced waste processing technologies, close its Resource Recovery Facility, and transition to more sustainable systems while maintaining current operations through a short-term contract extension. (more…)
The Montgomery County Office of Food Systems Resilience (OFSR) has allocated $3,549,500 through the Fiscal Year 2025 Community Food Assistance (CFA) Program to support 48 food assistance organizations, serving nearly 165,000 residents monthly. The program aims to address food security challenges by funding organizations that provide culturally inclusive food options, strengthen local food systems, and enhance data collection and community impact.
Montgomery County leaders will host a free Community Resource Fair on Dec. 8 at the Executive Office Building in Rockville, offering residents information on public health, job training, and community services to support inclusivity and address changes at the federal level. (more…)
Montgomery County has announced it will temporarily reopen the Wheaton Streetery on Price Avenue to vehicular traffic starting November 25 for winter maintenance, with plans to relaunch the space in late March as a seasonal community area supporting outdoor dining, sustainability, and local businesses. (more…)
Montgomery County officials and partners broke ground on The Chimes at North Bethesda, a planned $86 million development featuring 163 environmentally sustainable rental units, scheduled for completion in 2026. The project, which includes units for households earning up to 80% of the Area Median Income, is supported by public and private funding and aims to address the demand for affordable housing in the area. (more…)
Montgomery County has partnered with InnovateUS to offer free, self-paced training on generative AI for employees, aiming to improve government operations, encourage innovation, and ensure responsible use of AI while maintaining data security. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will hold committee meetings on Thursday, November 20. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County: (more…)
On Tuesday, Montgomery County Councilmembers introduced the “Uplifting Victims and Immigrant Safety Act” to remove barriers for immigrant victims of violent crimes seeking U visa protections, aiming to enhance safety and cooperation with law enforcement. (more…)
Montgomery County will commemorate World AIDS Day on Tuesday, Dec. 3, with a free breakfast, workshops on Black women’s sexual health, and on-site HIV testing at the Silver Spring Civic Building, highlighting the theme “Breaking the Silence Together: Celebrating Black Women’s Strength in HIV Awareness, Sexual Health and Wellness.” (more…)