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En Sintonía Spotlights Consumer Protection Scam Warnings Friday

Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection investigator joins Spanish-language radio show March 6 to discuss scam recognition and fraud reporting.

MCCouncil· Mar 5, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “National Consumer Protection Week to be Featured on En Sintonía con el Concejo, …”
Mar 5
Public Services

County Seeks Public Input on Future of Trash Services

Montgomery County is asking residents to complete a survey on the future of county-provided trash collection services.

DEP· Mar 5, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Sign Up Now for RainScapes Classes, Native Plant Sources, GreenFest, Summer Inte…”
Mar 5
Public Services

Free VITA Tax Prep Available for Eligible County Residents

Montgomery County's VITA program offers free tax preparation for eligible residents; appointments required at multiple locations.

Luedtke· Mar 4, 2026· 1 source
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Restoring Historic Johnson's Local Park”
Mar 4
Public Services

OGM Now Verifying Grantee Charity Registration with Maryland Secretary of State

Montgomery County's OGM is now checking applicants' Maryland Secretary of State charity registration status; non-compliant orgs face disqualification.

OGM· Mar 3, 2026· 1 source
From: Montgomery County, MD — “FY26 NSP Closing Soon and Support for New Nonprofits! - March 3, 2026 MCG Grant …”
Mar 3
Public Services

Stewart Introduces Vehicle Recovery Act for Impounded Cars

Expedited legislation would ease recovery of impounded vehicles when owners are detained by federal immigration authorities.

Stewart· Mar 3, 2026· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Councilmember Stewart Introduces The Vehicle Recovery Act”
Mar 3
Public Services

Office of Consumer Protection Forum Held for National Consumer Protection Week

Montgomery County's Office of Consumer Protection held a forum during National Consumer Protection Week.

CCM· Mar 2, 2026· 1 source
From: Montgomery County, MD — “PEG Bytes Newsletter #280; March 2, 2026”
Mar 2
Public Services

TESS Community Action Center Closed Due to Facility Issues

The Takoma-East Silver Spring Community Action Center at 8703 Flower Avenue is temporarily closed; staff operating remotely from Rockville.

Community Action Agency· Feb 27, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Community Action e-newsletter: February 2026”
Feb 27
Public Services

DPS Stakeholders Forum Set for March 3 in Wheaton

The 2026 DPS Stakeholders Forum for construction industry professionals runs 8:30–11:30 a.m. at 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton. Registration required.

MCCouncil-LIO· Feb 26, 2026· 1 source
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía con el Concejo Highlights Upcoming Department of Permitting Services…”
Feb 26
Public Services

Gaithersburg Streetlight Repaired After Glass Office Escalation

A burned-out streetlight in Gaithersburg was repaired by First Energy after Councilmember Glass's office escalated the delayed service request.

Glass· Feb 26, 2026· 1 source
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: February 26, 2026”
Feb 26
Public Services

OCP Marks National Consumer Protection Week March 1–7

Montgomery County's Office of Consumer Protection hosts daily tips, a podcast episode, and a community forum for National Consumer Protection Week.

OCP· Feb 26, 2026· 0 sources
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “La Oficina de Protección al Consumidor del Condado de Montgomery celebrará la Se…”
Feb 26
Public Services

OCP Releases Special Consumer Protection Podcast Episode March 3

OCP drops a special 'Consumer Connection' podcast episode March 3 on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.

OCP· Feb 26, 2026· 3 sources
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection to Recognize National Consumer P…”
Feb 26
Public Services

OCP Launches Monthly Consumer Protection Newsletter

Montgomery County's Office of Consumer Protection is launching a monthly newsletter with fraud alerts, updates, and educational resources.

OCP· Feb 26, 2026· 1 source
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection to Recognize National Consumer P…”
Feb 26
Public Services

County Seeks Applicants for Two Advisory Boards

Montgomery County is accepting applications for the Alcohol and Drug Advisory Council (deadline Mar. 20) and Taxicab Services Commission (open).

Balcombe· Feb 25, 2026· 1 source
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, February 25, 2026”
Feb 25
Public Services

County Opens Feb. 23 with Liberal Leave Option

Montgomery County Government opens Monday, Feb. 23, with optional unscheduled/liberal leave for non-essential employees due to weather.

PIO· Feb 23, 2026· 1 source
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Government Will Be Open Monday, Feb. 23, with Optional Liberal…”
Feb 23
Public Services

Montgomery County Snow Portal Tracks Storm Response Updates

The County Snow Portal will be updated at regular intervals during storm operations with plow status and Ride On service adjustments.

MCDOT· Feb 21, 2026· 0 sources
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County February 2026 Snow Update #1: Preparations for the Storm Forec…”
Feb 21
Public Services

OCP Hosts Consumer Protection Forum March 5 in Rockville

Montgomery County's Office of Consumer Protection holds a community forum at Rockville Memorial Library on March 5, 10:30 a.m.–noon.

OCP· Feb 19, 2026· 1 source
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “La Oficina de Protección al Consumidor del Condado de Montgomery organiza un For…”
Feb 19
Public Services

County Services Alter Hours for Presidents' Day Feb. 17

Montgomery County government offices and programs will have modified hours on Monday, February 17 for Presidents' Day.

Montgomery County· Feb 13, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Look Before You Book: Protecting Our Community from Human Trafficking”
Feb 13
Public Services

Procurement Office Relocates to 27 Courthouse Square, Rockville

Montgomery County's Office of Procurement has moved to 27 Courthouse Square, Suite 330, Rockville, MD 20850.

Procurement· Feb 13, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Feb 13
Public Services

DPS Offices Closed February 16 for Presidents Day

Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 16, in observance of Presidents Day.

DPS· Feb 13, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Constructive Comments | Feb. 2026”
Feb 13
Public Services

County Offices, Libraries Closed for Presidents' Day Feb. 16

Montgomery County offices, MC311, libraries, permit services, and state offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 16 for Presidents' Day.

Montgomery County PIO· Feb 12, 2026· 0 sources
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Horarios del Condado de Montgomery para el Día de los Presidentes el lunes 16 de…”
Feb 12
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