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Transportation

Youth Cruiser SmarTrip Cards Required for Free Metrobus Rides Feb. 1

Starting Feb. 1, 2026, riders aged 5–18 must use a Youth Cruiser SmarTrip Card for zero-fare Metrobus rides within Montgomery County.

MCDOT· Dec 16, 2025· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “December 2025 Ride On Newsletter”
Dec 16
Local Economy

ABS December 2025 Sales Promotion Runs All Month

Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services is running a store sales promotion throughout December 2025, while supplies last.

ABS· Dec 16, 2025· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “What's in Store - ABS (Alcohol Beverage Services)”
Dec 16
Other

Elrich Congratulates New Maryland House Speaker Peña-Melnyk

County Executive Marc Elrich issued a statement praising Joseline Peña-Melnyk's historic election as Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates.

Elrich· Dec 16, 2025· 0 sources
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from County Executive Marc Elrich on the Election of Maryland House of…”
Dec 16
Other

Peña-Melnyk Elected Maryland House Speaker, First Latina

Joseline Peña-Melnyk was elected Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates on Dec. 16, becoming the first Latina and immigrant to hold the role.

Fani-González· Dec 16, 2025· 0 sources
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council President Natali Fani-González Congratulates Maryland’s Speaker of the H…”
Dec 16
Health & Human Services

MoCo Pride Center Opens in Bethesda

The MoCo Pride Center has opened in Bethesda, offering resources, programs, and community support for Montgomery County's LGBTQ+ residents.

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

Native Plant Protection Act Bans Invasive Bamboo Sales

New Montgomery County legislation prohibits invasive bamboo sales and requires native plants in new development projects countywide.

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

MOVE Act Assists 55+ Businesses Since Taking Effect

The MOVE Act has helped more than 55 businesses, including over a dozen start-ups, relocate to or expand within Montgomery County.

Glass· Dec 16, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: Highlights of 2025”
Dec 16
Housing & Real Estate

New Law Shifts Impact Tax Timing to Lower Housing Costs

A new Montgomery County law moves impact tax payment from construction start to completion, reducing upfront costs on new housing projects.

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

RideOn Buses Go Fare-Free, Ridership Up 5.4%

RideOn buses have been fare-free for all riders since July 1, 2025, with ridership climbing 5.4% since the change took effect.

Glass· Dec 16, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: Highlights of 2025”
Dec 16
Parks & Recreation

County Summer Camp Registration Opens Jan. 20 for Residents

Montgomery County resident camp registration begins Jan. 20 at 6:30 a.m. on ActiveMONTGOMERY.org; non-residents may register Jan. 22.

Montgomery County Recreation· Dec 16, 2025· 1 source
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Recreation to Host Summer Camp Fairs in January ”
Dec 16
Parks & Recreation

Recreation Hosts Summer Camp Fairs at Two County Sites

Free Summer Camp Fairs at Germantown and Burtonsville rec centers Jan. 10–11, with on-site Rec Assist financial aid processing.

Montgomery County Recreation· Dec 16, 2025· 1 source
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Recreation to Host Summer Camp Fairs in January ”
Dec 16
Parks & Recreation

Recreation Dept. Hosts Free Summer Camp Fairs in January

Montgomery County Recreation will hold free summer camp fairs Jan. 10 in Germantown and Jan. 11 in Burtonsville, 1–4 p.m. each day.

Recreation· Dec 16, 2025· 2 sources
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “El Departamento de Recreación Organizará Ferias de Campamentos de Verano en Ener…”
Dec 16
Transportation

Flash BRT Expansion: Veirs Mill Road Construction Underway, Service by 2028

Construction and utility work for a new Flash BRT corridor on Veirs Mill Road has begun, with service expected to start in 2028.

MCDOT· Dec 16, 2025· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “MCDOT Announces the Return of Decorated Winter Holiday 'Flash Lights' …”
Dec 16
Transportation

Decorated 'Flash Lights' Holiday Buses Return to US 29 Route

Five decorated Flash BRT buses with holiday lights and signage run along Colesville Road/Columbia Pike (US 29) throughout December.

MCDOT· Dec 16, 2025· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “MCDOT Announces the Return of Decorated Winter Holiday 'Flash Lights' …”
Dec 16
Housing & Real Estate

Commission on Landlord-Tenant Affairs Seeks Applicants

Montgomery County is accepting applications for a vacancy on the Commission on Landlord-Tenant Affairs through Jan. 16, 2026.

Montgomery County· Dec 15, 2025· 1 source
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - December 15, 2025”
Dec 15
Education

MSDE Seeks Comments on Family Child Care Regulation Changes

Maryland State Department of Education proposes adding a nonpublic nursery school component to family child care regulations; comments due Dec. 15.

DHHS· Dec 15, 2025· 2 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM OUR PARTNER AT MSDE”
Dec 15
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery County Recreation Opens 2026 Financial Assistance Applications

Montgomery County Recreation is accepting financial assistance applications for 2026 programs.

MCFSN· Dec 15, 2025· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: December 2025 Vol. II”
Dec 15
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