The FY2027 operating budget proposes a 2.5% inflationary adjustment for Community Action Agency-monitored contracts; Council to finalize in mid-May.
A March 14 Super VITA Day at Bohrer Park Activity Center in Gaithersburg served over 100 visitors and completed 63 tax returns.
Applications due April 27 for Council-recommended rep on two boards overseeing $6.9B in county retirement assets.
Marylanders 65+ can deduct $6,000 ($12,000 for couples) from taxable income starting with 2025 state tax returns.
Maryland's Earned Income Tax Credit provides refunds up to $4,000 for low- to moderate-income workers filing 2025 state returns.
AARP Tax Aide volunteers offer free tax preparation by appointment at Montgomery County Public Libraries for low-to-moderate income residents.
The County Council will hold five public hearings on the FY27 Operating Budget April 7–9, covering proposed tax and fee increases.
Councilmember Glass launched a survey seeking resident budget priorities amid a proposed 6.1% property tax and 3.3% income tax increase.
Council takes public testimony April 14 on a resolution to approve the FY27 Property Tax Credit for Income Tax Offset.
Council considers $500K in GO Bond funds for the Poolesville Highway Depot capital project under Supplemental Appropriation #26-62.
Montgomery County's Wage Requirements Law rate increases from $18.15 to $18.55 per hour effective July 1, 2026.
The FY26 NFR Grant Program's next rolling deadline is April 3, 2026, offering funds to nonprofits offsetting lost federal funding.
Stage Two of the $550,000 Local Food Aggregation Grant Program now closes May 5, 2026, for operating and build-out costs.
Montgomery County Council schedules five public hearings April 7–9 on the $8B+ FY2027 operating budget.
The Audit Committee meets March 26 to hear FY25 audit results from SB & Company and consider a contract extension for audit services.
New bills introduced cover property tax credits for Habitat for Humanity, financial exploitation protections, and speed monitoring system changes.
The FY2027 budget recommends a 6.3-cent property tax increase and a 0.1% income tax rate hike, generating ~$185.7M in new revenue.
County adds $500,000 to Nonprofit Security Grant Program for nonprofits and faith-based groups facing increased security needs.
Fani-González holds public briefing March 23 on County Executive's $8B FY27 operating budget, review process, and special taxing districts.
AARP Tax Aide volunteers offer free tax preparation at Montgomery County Public Libraries, with priority for seniors 60+.