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Council Passes ICE Out Act, Unmask ICE Act, Vehicle Recovery Act

County Council took final action on three bills addressing immigration detention facilities, facial coverings, and vehicle towing.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Public Safety

Public Safety Town Hall Set for Clarksburg May 4

Balcombe and MCPD host a public safety town hall at Rocky Hill Middle School on May 4, 7–8:30PM.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Public Safety

Silver Spring Crime Rates Show Recent Reduction, Data Shows

New data indicates a reduction in crime in Silver Spring, to be discussed at County Executive Elrich's April 29 media briefing.

PIO· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Apr 28
Public Safety

MCPD Makes Arrests in East West Highway Street Takeover

Detectives arrested suspects in a February street takeover at East West Highway and Connecticut Ave that damaged two police cruisers.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Public Safety

Shooting at Wootton High School Reported in February

A shooting occurred at Wootton High School in February 2026, prompting county-wide school safety concerns.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Public Safety

Walter Johnson High School Teacher Arrested for Exploiting Teens

A teacher at Walter Johnson High School was arrested on charges related to exploitation of teenage girls.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Public Safety

Arson, Threatening Graffiti Reported at Bradley Hills Elementary

Arson and graffiti referencing a school massacre were reported at Bradley Hills Elementary School in Montgomery County.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Public Safety

Friedson Requests Sworn Police Return to All High Schools

Councilmember Friedson formally asked county leaders to develop a plan restoring permanently assigned police officers in all MoCo high schools.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Public Safety

Council Unanimously Passes Unmask ICE Act

Bill 5-26 bars masked, unidentified law enforcement officers on duty in Montgomery County, with limited exceptions.

Jawando· Apr 28, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “Montgomery County Council Unanimously Passes Amended Unmask ICE Act”
Apr 28
Public Safety

County, Volunteer Fire Rescue Association FY27 MOA Under Council Review

PS Committee reviews a three-year MOA between Montgomery County and the Volunteer Fire Rescue Association, covering FY27–FY29.

MCCouncil· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 29, 2026”
Apr 28
Public Safety

OEMHS Budget Up 30% to Replace Alert Montgomery, Grant-Funded Items

FY27 OEMHS budget proposed at $7.4M, up 30%, including $800K to replace the Everbridge/Alert Montgomery alert system previously grant-funded.

MCCouncil· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 29, 2026”
Apr 28
Public Safety

Glass Bill Tightens MCPD Hiring Screening for Ex-ICE Participants

Councilmember Glass introduced legislation requiring enhanced background checks for MCPD applicants who participated in federal immigration enforcement after Jan. 21, 2025.

Glass· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “Councilmember Evan Glass Introduces Continued Excellence in Public Service Act”
Apr 28
Public Safety

Friedson Urges Permanent Officers at Every MCPS High School

Councilmember Friedson formally requested MCPD and MCPS develop a strategy for a permanent on-site officer at every public high school.

Friedson· Apr 27, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Keeping Our Schools Safe”
Apr 27
Public Safety

Administrative Charging Committee Vacancy Open for Applications

Montgomery County is accepting applications for the Administrative Charging Committee through May 25, 2026.

Montgomery County MD· Apr 27, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - April 27, 2026”
Apr 27
Public Safety

Police Accountability Board Seeks New Members

Montgomery County accepting applications for the Police Accountability Board through May 25, 2026.

Montgomery County MD· Apr 27, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - April 27, 2026”
Apr 27
Public Safety

Bill 18-26 Introduced to Screen Former DHS Officers Seeking MCPD Jobs

Councilmember Glass introduces Bill 18-26, requiring MCPD to verify background of former DHS officers who conducted deportation operations.

MCCouncil· Apr 27, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on April 28 to Review FY27 Compensation and Bene…”
Apr 27
Public Safety

Council to Vote on Unmask ICE Act Banning Officer Masks

Council expected to vote April 28 on Bill 5-26, which would prohibit law enforcement from wearing masks while on duty in the county.

MCCouncil· Apr 27, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on April 28 to Review FY27 Compensation and Bene…”
Apr 27
Public Safety

Maryland Community Trust Act Limits Local Immigration Enforcement Role

Maryland passed the Community Trust Act setting statewide standards restricting local involvement in federal immigration enforcement.

PIO· Apr 24, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich Highlights Major Investments and Legisla…”
Apr 24
Public Safety

MCPD, MCDOT Launch Work Zone Safety Enforcement Campaign

MCPD and MCDOT are partnering during National Work Zone Awareness Week to enforce speed and move-over laws in active construction zones.

MCDOT· Apr 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Reminds Drivers to Use Caution in Recognition of National Work…”
Apr 23
Public Safety

MCPD Makes Arrests Tied to Dangerous Car Rallies

Montgomery County Police made arrests connected to recent dangerous car rallies, County Executive Elrich to discuss at April 22 briefing.

Elrich· Apr 22, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 1:30 p.m…”
Apr 22
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