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Green Career Conference Hosted by County Green Bank February 19

Montgomery County Green Bank hosts a green career exploration and tech resources conference on Feb. 19, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

DEP· Feb 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Benchmarking and BEPS News | February 2026”
Feb 11
Local Economy

Bill to Ease Farm Permitting Rules Introduced by Three Councilmembers

Bill 7-26 would align agricultural building code exemptions with zoning code, reducing permitting burdens for farm operators.

Luedtke· Feb 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Council President Fani-González, Council Vice President Balcombe and Councilmemb…”
Feb 10
Local Economy

County Seeks Local Firms for Youth Media Services Contract

Montgomery County issued an LSBRP solicitation for youth video content services; proposals due March 30, 2026 at 3 p.m.

Office of Procurement· Feb 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Youth Media Services”
Feb 9
Local Economy

Nonprofit Montgomery Tools to Thrive Expo Set for March 2

Nonprofit Montgomery's annual Tools to Thrive Expo runs 9 AM–2 PM on March 2, 2026, with workshops, an exhibit fair, and luncheon.

OGM· Feb 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “2 New Grant Programs & Nonprofit Accelerator Seeking Applicants! - February …”
Feb 6
Local Economy

Black Collective Nonprofit Accelerator Runs Feb. 18–March 25

Scale + Sustain 6-week hybrid accelerator for small Montgomery County nonprofits under $250K revenue runs Feb. 18–March 25, 2026.

OGM· Feb 6, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “2 New Grant Programs & Nonprofit Accelerator Seeking Applicants! - February …”
Feb 6
Local Economy

Place-Based Management Grant Adds $50K for Damascus Main Street

FY26 Place-Based Management Grants Program added $50K for Damascus Main Street Area; applications due March 2, 2026.

OGM· Feb 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “2 New Grant Programs & Nonprofit Accelerator Seeking Applicants! - February …”
Feb 6
Local Economy

Free SkillUp Montgomery Online Job Training Launches for Residents

WorkSource Montgomery's SkillUp program offers Montgomery County residents free 24/7 access to 5,000+ online job training courses.

WorkSource Montgomery· Feb 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “February is Black History Month”
Feb 6
Local Economy

WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Workers Resource Hub

WorkSource Montgomery's new online hub helps federal employees and contractors navigate unemployment, job searches, and legal resources.

WorkSource Montgomery· Feb 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “February is Black History Month”
Feb 6
Local Economy

County Opens First Federal Worker Career Center in Wheaton

Montgomery County's Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center in Wheaton offers job placement, coaching, and financial counseling.

WorkSource Montgomery· Feb 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “February is Black History Month”
Feb 6
Local Economy

East County Healthcare Jobs Fair Set for February 11

A healthcare-focused jobs fair runs February 11 from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at the East County Regional Services Center in Silver Spring.

Mink· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “February Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Feb 4
Local Economy

ABS February 2026 Sale Promotion Runs All Month

Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services is running a sale promotion throughout February 2026, while supplies last.

ABS· Feb 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “What's in Store - ABS (Alcohol Beverage Services)”
Feb 3
Local Economy

MoCoRec Hiring Lifeguards and Swim Instructors

Montgomery County Recreation is recruiting lifeguards and swim instructors for its aquatics team; applications open online.

MCRecreation· Feb 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “February Fitness, Fun and Friends with MoCoRec”
Feb 3
Local Economy

County Opens $300K FY26 Emerging Business Improvement District Grants

Montgomery County is accepting applications for EBID grants of $100K–$300K to support new business district nonprofits through March 2.

OGM· Feb 2, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “FY26 Emerging Business Improvement District (EBID) Grant Program Now Open! - Feb…”
Feb 2
Local Economy

County Seeks Bids for COB Auditorium AV Upgrade

Montgomery County seeks local small businesses to install video recording, streaming, and broadcasting systems in the Council Office Building Auditorium.

Office of Procurement· Feb 2, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Council Office Building Auditorium”
Feb 2
Local Economy

County Wage Requirements Law Sets $18.15/Hour Minimum

Montgomery County's updated Wage Requirements Law rate of $18.15 per hour took effect July 1, 2025, for county contractors.

Procurement· Jan 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jan 30
Local Economy

Three Active LSBRP Solicitations Open for Local Vendors

County procurement has three open Local Small Business Reserve solicitations: aquatic apparel, veterinary services, and self-adhesive labels.

Procurement· Jan 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jan 30
Local Economy

Procurement Online Open House on RFP Responses Feb. 18

The Office of Procurement hosts a free Zoom open house on responding to RFPs on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 10–11 a.m.

Procurement· Jan 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jan 30
Local Economy

MoCo MFD Businesses Hit Record $274M in FY25 Awards

Montgomery County awarded a record $274M to certified MFD businesses in FY25, representing 21.21% of eligible spending.

Procurement· Jan 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jan 30
Local Economy

Rising Chefs Culinary Training Program Graduates New Class

Shepherd's Table celebrated new graduates of the Rising Chefs Culinary Skills Training Program, placing participants in livable-wage careers.

Sayles· Jan 29, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “The Sayles Sentinel - A Strong Start: Progress You Can See”
Jan 29
Local Economy

EcoLatinos Opens 2026 Free Spanish Landscaping Training Registration

EcoLatinos is accepting registrations for free, Spanish-language landscaping and forestry training programs with financial incentives in Silver Spring and Maryland.

MCCouncil· Jan 29, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Explore Career Opportunities with Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Service on…”
Jan 29
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