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Holiday SoberRide Codes Released Dec. 19 and Dec. 31

WARP releases Lyft discount codes for sober rides home starting Dec. 19 and Dec. 31, valid through 4 a.m. Jan. 1, 2026.

CFW· Dec 19, 2025· 1 source
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Secure Your Spot at the 2026 Women’s Legislative Briefing”
Dec 19
Public Safety

FY26 Nonprofit Security Grant Under Review After Nov. 4 Close

Montgomery County's FY26 Nonprofit Security Grant closed Nov. 4; subject matter expert reviews are complete and OGM is analyzing results with Emergency Management.

OGM· Dec 19, 2025· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “FY26 NSP Priority Deadline Extended! - December 19, 2025 MCG Grant Opportunities…”
Dec 19
Public Safety

Elrich to Sign HERO Act Expanding Fallen Firefighter Benefits

County Executive Elrich signs Bill 32-25 Dec. 22 at Burtonsville Fire Station, expanding pension options for families of line-of-duty deaths.

PIO· Dec 19, 2025· 0 sources
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich to Sign HERO Act (Bill 32-25), Ensuring …”
Dec 19
Public Safety

Luedtke Wraps Four Upcounty Public Safety Town Halls

Councilmember Luedtke completed a series of four public safety town halls in Derwood, Montgomery Village, Olney, and Damascus.

Luedtke· Dec 18, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “What We’ve Been Working On: Safety, Trust & Community Care”
Dec 18
Public Safety

Montgomery County Council Introduces Trust Act for Immigrants

The Montgomery County Council introduced the Trust Act, barring county law enforcement from participating in federal immigration enforcement.

Luedtke· Dec 18, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “What We’ve Been Working On: Safety, Trust & Community Care”
Dec 18
Public Safety

2D 'Coffee with a Cop' Scheduled Dec. 19 at Java Nation

The last 2D Coffee with a Cop of 2025 is set for Dec. 19, 9–10:30 a.m. at Java Nation on Connecticut Ave.

Stewart· Dec 17, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Holiday Edition”
Dec 17
Public Safety

Ride On Launches 'Not a Fight Club' Anti-Violence Campaign

MCDOT's 'Ride On Reminders' campaign targets rider conduct, with the fourth installment addressing violence against bus operators.

MCDOT· Dec 17, 2025· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “REBROADCAST: December 2025 Ride On Newsletter”
Dec 17
Public Safety

HERO Act Guarantees Survivor Benefits for Fallen First Responders

The Council unanimously passed the HERO Act, ensuring surviving spouses of firefighters and police officers receive pension payments without delay.

Glass· Dec 16, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: Highlights of 2025”
Dec 16
Public Safety

TRUST Act Introduced to Bar County Police from ICE Cooperation

The TRUST Act, introduced by Glass and colleagues, would prohibit Montgomery County police from participating in federal civil immigration enforcement.

Glass· Dec 16, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: Highlights of 2025”
Dec 16
Public Safety

Council Passes U Visa Act to Protect Crime Victims

The Council unanimously passed the U Visa Act, allowing eligible immigrant crime victims to apply for a U Visa regardless of when the crime occurred.

Glass· Dec 16, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: Highlights of 2025”
Dec 16
Public Safety

MCPD Boosts Patrols at Synagogues After Australia Attack

Montgomery County Police increased patrols at synagogues and Hanukkah events following an antisemitic terror attack in Australia.

Elrich· Dec 14, 2025· 0 sources
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from County Executive Marc Elrich on Antisemitic Terror Attack in Aust…”
Dec 14
Public Safety

County Winter Storm Portal Tracks Road Closures, Snow Removal

Montgomery County's Winter Storm Information Portal provides real-time updates on road closures, snow removal status, and emergency alerts.

montgomerycountymd· Dec 12, 2025· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Secure Your Spot at the 2026 Women’s Legislative Briefing!”
Dec 12
Public Safety

Alert Montgomery Offers Weather and Emergency Notifications

Residents can sign up for Alert Montgomery to receive emergency alerts via text and email during weather events and other emergencies.

MCDOT· Dec 12, 2025· 0 sources
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Snow Portal to Provide Storm Response and Bus Service Status U…”
Dec 12
Public Safety

County Winter Storm Information Portal Available for Residents

Montgomery County's winter storm portal covers road maintenance, storm preparedness, RideOn delays, and program cancellations.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “CORRECTION: A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Public Safety

11-Year-Old Killed in Aspen Hill Crash Involving MCPS Bus

Summer Lim, 11, died in a crash with an MCPS bus at Russett Rd and Bauer Dr in Aspen Hill; investigation ongoing.

Fani-González· Oct 15, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “It's been a hard couple weeks”
Oct 15
Public Safety

Forest Glen Woman Killed by Ex-Boyfriend in Domestic Shooting

A Forest Glen resident was fatally shot by her ex-boyfriend as she left a residence; the suspect has been arrested.

Fani-González· Oct 15, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “It's been a hard couple weeks”
Oct 15
Public Safety

MCPD Community Trust Survey Open Through October 15

MCPD's 2025 Community Trust Survey is open through Oct. 15 in English, Spanish, and Chinese; takes 1–2 minutes.

Balcombe· Oct 8, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, October 8, 2025”
Oct 8
Public Safety

Public Safety Town Hall Tonight in Germantown

Councilmember Balcombe and MCPD 5th District Commander host public safety town hall Oct. 8, 6:30–8PM in Germantown.

Balcombe· Oct 8, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, October 8, 2025”
Oct 8
Public Safety

National Night Out in Germantown Set for Aug. 5 at Montgomery College

National Night Out 2025 in Germantown is Aug. 5, 5–8PM at Montgomery College Germantown Campus, featuring MCPD and MCFRS.

Balcombe· Aug 1, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A (Summer) Message from Marilyn: Friday, August 1, 2025”
Aug 1
Public Safety

National Night Out Set for Aug. 5 at Montgomery College Germantown

MCFRS and MCPD host National Night Out on August 5 from 5–8PM at Montgomery College's Germantown campus.

Balcombe· Jul 23, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, July 23, 2025”
Jul 23
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