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Finance

County Wage Requirements Law Rate Set at $18.55/Hour

Montgomery County's Wage Requirements Law rate is $18.55 per hour, effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.

Procurement· Jul 17, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jul 17
Finance

MEA Solicits Input on $100M Megawatts for Maryland Renewable Program

Maryland Energy Administration seeks public comments on the planned FY27 Megawatts for Maryland Program, offering up to $100M for large-scale renewable energy projects.

DEP· Jul 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | July 2026”
Jul 15
Finance

MEA Seeks Input on FY27 Commercial Buildings Grant Program

Maryland Energy Administration is accepting public feedback on a consolidated FY27 Commercial & Community Buildings Grant Program covering efficiency, solar, and electrification.

DEP· Jul 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | July 2026”
Jul 15
Finance

Montgomery County 2026 Annual Property Tax Bills Mailed

Annual property tax bills are being mailed and posted online in July 2026; payments can be made online or by phone.

Montgomery County· Jul 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County MD Annual Property Tax Billing”
Jul 15
Finance

Council Eyes $1.1M Appropriation for Montgomery College Storm Costs

A $1.1M special appropriation to Montgomery College's FY26 budget would cover winter weather, a pipe burst, and high utility costs.

MCCouncil· Jul 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on July 14 to Interview Planning Board Candidate…”
Jul 13
Finance

Clean Water Montgomery Grant Program Open for Applications

The Clean Water Montgomery Grant Program funds projects improving water quality in county streams through education and on-the-ground restoration.

DEP· Jul 13, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Summer Stormwater Inspections & Maintenance Newsletter”
Jul 13
Finance

Chesapeake Bay Trust Maintenance Small Grants Program Reopens

The CBT Maintenance Small Grants Program has reopened, offering funding for already-installed stormwater management projects.

DEP· Jul 13, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Summer Stormwater Inspections & Maintenance Newsletter”
Jul 13
Finance

Property Tax Assessment Appeal Board Seeks New Members

Montgomery County is accepting applications for a vacancy on the Property Tax Assessment Appeal Board through Aug. 7, 2026.

Montgomery County· Jul 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - July 10, 2026”
Jul 10
Finance

FY27 Cost Sharing Capital Grants Applications Under Review

FY27 Cost Sharing Capital Grants Program application window closed July 7, 2026; applications now under review.

OGM· Jul 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Federal Uniform Guidance Changes May Impact County Nonprofits – July 9, 2026 MCG…”
Jul 9
Finance

$1.5M Nonprofit Federal Resilience Grant Opening Late July

FY26 Nonprofit Federal Resilience Grant Program, funded by County Council Resolution 20-979, expected to launch late July 2026.

OGM· Jul 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Federal Uniform Guidance Changes May Impact County Nonprofits – July 9, 2026 MCG…”
Jul 9
Finance

FY27 Legacy Grant Renewals Open; Notices Sent Late June

Nonprofits with FY26 Legacy Renewal multi-year awards received notification letters June 23–24 to apply for FY27 renewal.

OGM· Jul 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Federal Uniform Guidance Changes May Impact County Nonprofits – July 9, 2026 MCG…”
Jul 9
Finance

FY27 Community Grant Renewals Now Open for Applications

Nonprofits with FY26 Community Grant multi-year awards may apply for FY27 renewal; notification letters sent June 23.

OGM· Jul 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Federal Uniform Guidance Changes May Impact County Nonprofits – July 9, 2026 MCG…”
Jul 9
Finance

OMB Proposes Major Changes to Federal Uniform Guidance

OMB proposed significant changes to 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance; public comment period closes July 13, 2026.

OGM· Jul 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Federal Uniform Guidance Changes May Impact County Nonprofits – July 9, 2026 MCG…”
Jul 9
Finance

County Minimum Wage Rate Set at $18.55 for FY2027

Montgomery County's Wage Requirements Law rate is $18.55 per hour effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.

Procurement· Jul 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jul 9
Finance

GO Committee Reviews County Retirement System Amendment Bill

Bill 21-26 would update retirement rules and contribution rates for several employee groups under a new collective bargaining agreement.

Stewart· Jul 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee Meeting on July 9, 2026”
Jul 8
Finance

GO Committee Reviews Habitat for Humanity Property Tax Credit Bill

Bill 15-26 would create a 100% property tax credit for Habitat for Humanity-owned rehab properties, starting July 1, 2027.

Stewart· Jul 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee Meeting on July 9, 2026”
Jul 8
Finance

County Minimum Wage Rate Rises to $18.55 July 1

Montgomery County's Wage Requirements Law rate increases from $18.15 to $18.55 per hour effective July 1, 2026.

Procurement· Jul 2, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jul 2
Finance

Council Hearing Set on $1.1M Montgomery College Appropriation

Public hearing July 14 on a $1.1M special appropriation to Montgomery College's FY26 operating budget; sign-up deadline is July 13.

MCCouncil· Jul 2, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearing on July 14, 2026”
Jul 2
Finance

DPS Permitting Fees Rise 15% Starting July 1

DPS implemented a 15% fee increase for permitting and licensing effective July 1, 2026 — the first adjustment in seven years.

DPS· Jul 1, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Constructive Comments — July 2026”
Jul 1
Finance

County Property Tax Mailing Addresses Change July 1

Montgomery County switches from PNC Bank to JPMorgan Chase Bank, updating PO Box addresses for real and personal property tax payments.

Montgomery County MD· Jul 1, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County MD Property Tax Payment Mailing Address Update”
Jul 1
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