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…)
According to Montgomery County, its FY24 Vision Zero report details a reduction in serious and fatal crashes, including a 28% decrease on high-injury network corridors, through initiatives such as new traffic signals, bikeways, sidewalks, and targeted enforcement.
Montgomery County has released its holiday schedule for Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, Nov. 28, and on Friday, Nov. 29: (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will meet on Tuesday, November 19. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County: (more…)
For America Recycles Day, Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection is urging residents to recycle batteries safely to prevent fire hazards, advising against placing them in curbside bins and recommending drop-off at designated facilities like the Shady Grove Transfer Station. (more…)
Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection received a $1 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to support the Low to Moderate Income Housing Electrification program, aiming to replace fossil fuel appliances with efficient electric alternatives, reduce energy costs, and improve indoor air quality in affordable housing units.