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County Announces $1.7M in Hate Crime Prevention Security Grants

County Executive Elrich and Council President Fani-González to announce $1.7M in security grants to 95 nonprofits and faith-based groups.

PIO· Apr 17, 2026· 0 sources
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, County Council President Natali Fani-Go…”
Apr 17
Public Safety

Public Safety Committee Passes Unmask ICE Act Unanimously

Bill 5-26 would bar masked law enforcement officers on duty in Montgomery County, with limited exceptions; full Council vote set for April 28.

Jawando· Apr 17, 2026· 1 source
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “Montgomery County Council’s Public Safety Committee Unanimously Passes Amended U…”
Apr 17
Public Safety

Minor Arrested, Detained in Bradley Hills Arson Case

A Circuit Court judge ordered a minor detained in a juvenile facility in connection with arson and threats at Bradley Hills Elementary School in Bethesda.

Friedson· Apr 16, 2026· 1 source
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Councilmember Friedson's Statement on Recent Arrest in Connection to Bradle…”
Apr 16
Public Safety

Teen Arrested in Bradley Hills Elementary Vandalism, Arson

A 16-year-old male was arrested April 15 in connection with vandalism and arson at Bradley Hills Elementary School.

Elrich· Apr 15, 2026· 0 sources
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich on the Bradley Hills Elem…”
Apr 15
Public Safety

MCPD Hosts Free Sexual Violence Education Workshops in April, May

Montgomery County Police Department offers free workshops on body safety for children, with English session April 17 and Spanish session in May.

Luedtke· Apr 15, 2026· 1 source
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Community First: From Soup to Supporting Our Farmers”
Apr 15
Public Safety

Maryland Passes Bills Protecting Immigrants, Ending ICE Agreements

The General Assembly passed bills terminating 287(g) ICE agreements, banning law enforcement face coverings, and enacting the Community Trust and Data Privacy Acts.

Fani-González· Apr 15, 2026· 0 sources
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “General Assembly & budget updates, citizenship clinics, and more | Español a…”
Apr 15
Public Safety

Bill 14-26 Vehicle Recovery Act Gets Committee Hearing

Joint PS/GO Committee reviews Expedited Bill 14-26 on April 15, which would let family members retrieve impounded vehicles with alternative ID.

Stewart· Apr 14, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 15, 2026”
Apr 14
Public Safety

Maryland Passes Bills Protecting Immigrant Communities in 2026

Maryland General Assembly passed several bills targeting immigrant protections, including terminating 287(g) ICE agreements and the Community Trust Act.

Fani-González· Apr 14, 2026· 1 source
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Statement from the Montgomery County Council on the 2026 Legislative Session”
Apr 14
Public Safety

Glenmont 4th District Police Station Redevelopment Funded

Maryland General Assembly approved funding to support redevelopment of the 4th District Police Station in Glenmont during the 2026 legislative session.

Fani-González· Apr 14, 2026· 1 source
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Statement from the Montgomery County Council on the 2026 Legislative Session”
Apr 14
Public Safety

Graffiti, Fire Hit Bradley Hills Elementary School

County Executive Elrich says MCPD, MCFRS, and DHHS are coordinating with MCPS after graffiti and a fire at Bradley Hills Elementary.

Elrich· Apr 13, 2026· 0 sources
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich on Recent Incidents at Br…”
Apr 13
Public Safety

MCPD Hosts Free Sexual Violence Education Workshops in April and May

MCPD is offering free parent workshops on body safety and abuse prevention in April (English) and May (Spanish) for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

CFW· Apr 10, 2026· 2 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Tick, Tock, Tick, Tock--It's Time To Show Us What You've Got! Girl Pow…”
Apr 10
Public Safety

ACP Hosts Virtual Forum on Police in County Schools

Montgomery County's Advisory Commission on Policing holds a virtual listening session April 13 on the role of police in schools.

ACP· Apr 6, 2026· 2 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “The Advisory Commission on Policing invites residents to a virtual public forum”
Apr 6
Public Safety

Council Considers Bill 13-26 'ICE Out Act' on Detention Centers

Bill 13-26, the ICE Out Act, would use county zoning authority to prohibit private immigration detention centers in Montgomery County.

Sayles· Apr 1, 2026· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “The Sayles Sentinel: Women Leading the Way”
Apr 1
Public Safety

Advisory Commission Hosts Virtual Forum on Police in Schools April 13

The Montgomery County Advisory Commission on Policing holds a virtual public forum April 13 at 6:30 p.m. on the role of police in county schools.

Luedtke· Mar 31, 2026· 2 sources
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Community and Collaboration”
Mar 31
Public Safety

'Look Before You Book' Campaign Targets Illegal Massage Businesses

Montgomery County launched a public awareness campaign to help residents identify licensed massage establishments and avoid illegal operations.

Commission for Women· Mar 27, 2026· 1 source
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest Deadline Approaching!”
Mar 27
Public Safety

Council Hearing April 14: FY27 9-1-1 Fee Rate Proposal

Council holds public hearing April 14 on a resolution setting the FY27 9-1-1 fee rate for Montgomery County.

Montgomery County Council· Mar 27, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on April 7 and 14, 2026”
Mar 27
Public Safety

Consumer Protection Office Warns Residents of Immigration Scams

Montgomery County's Office of Consumer Protection shares tips on spotting immigration fraud; residents can report via anonymous tip line or 240-777-3636.

MCCouncil-LIO· Mar 26, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía con el Concejo to Spotlight Immigration Resources, this Friday at 2 …”
Mar 26
Public Safety

County Honors Dozens at 51st Annual Public Safety Awards

Montgomery County and the Chamber of Commerce recognized first responders from MCPD, MCFRS, MCSO, DOCR, and MNCPP at the 51st Annual Public Safety Awards.

PIO· Mar 23, 2026· 1 source
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Honors First Responders for Exceptional Service at the 51st An…”
Mar 23
Public Safety

$500K Supplemental Funding Approved for Nonprofit Security Grants

County announces $500,000 in supplemental funding to the Nonprofit Security Grant Program amid escalating Middle East hostilities.

Fani-González· Mar 20, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council President Natali Fani-González to Hold Press Briefing …”
Mar 20
Public Safety

County Adds $500K to Nonprofit Security Grant Program

Montgomery County will provide $500,000 in additional funding to the Nonprofit Security Grant Program amid escalating Middle East tensions.

Fani-González· Mar 19, 2026· 1 source
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council takes up $8 billion budget proposal | Español abajo”
Mar 19
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