PS Committee to review OLO Report 2026-7 examining successful police officer recruitment programs from other jurisdictions.
Expedited Bill 23-26 would restrict ghost guns near minors and firearms near public assembly sites, aligning county law with state court ruling.
Public Safety Committee to review $994,000 supplemental appropriation to move 4th District Police staff to Wheaton Office Building.
Montgomery County Fire Marshal Patsy Warnick reminds residents all consumer fireworks, including sparklers, are illegal in Montgomery County.
The Montgomery County Council hosted a proclamation recognizing National Gun Violence Awareness Day on June 9.
Council holds June 9 hearing on Expedited Bill 23-26, restricting ghost guns near minors and firearms near places of public assembly.
The 35th annual Rockville Public Safety Awards recognized individuals who protect and serve the Rockville community.
Montgomery County's ICE Out Act, prohibiting privately-owned immigration detention facilities, has been signed into law.
Montgomery County's human trafficking awareness campaign targeting unlicensed massage businesses earned a Silver Telly Award and runs through June.
DGS will install solar-powered backup systems at seven recreation centers and one health center in Equity Focus Areas and rural communities.
Montgomery County is promoting a child hot-car death prevention campaign following a fatal incident in May 2025.
Bill 5-26 prohibits law enforcement operating in Montgomery County from wearing masks on duty and requires officers to disclose their agency and badge number.
Expedited Bill 5-26 prohibits law enforcement in Montgomery County from wearing masks on duty and requires officers to disclose agency, name, and badge number.
En Sintonía con el Concejo airs May 22 at 2 p.m. on WILC 900AM with MCFRS and Recreation Dept. guests on summer safety and programs.
En Sintonía con el Concejo airs May 22 at 2 p.m. on WILC 900AM featuring MCPD officers on distraction theft and sexual abuse prevention.
Expedited Bill 26-26 would authorize planning, design, and construction of a new North Bethesda Fire Station.
Police, fire/rescue, and sheriff's office collectively receive $727M; Animal Services gets $11.5M including two new positions.
The FY27 capital budget dedicates $40 million for construction of a new 4th District Police Station in Glenmont.
Six-year CIP includes $40M for a new District 4 Police Station, a new North Bethesda Fire Station, and $25.4M for a Diversion Center.
Expedited Bill 26-26 introduced May 21 to authorize planning, design, and construction of a new North Bethesda Fire Station at $51.5M.