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Council Introduces Expedited Bill 35-25 on Immigrant Protections

The County Council introduced Expedited Bill 35-25, the Promoting Community Trust – Immigrant Protections Act.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Meetings & Hearings

TE and PS Committees Brief on Traffic Cameras, Safe Streets Act

The Transportation & Environment and Public Safety committees met Dec. 8 on Bill 26-25 invasive plants, traffic enforcement cameras, and Safe Streets Act implementation.

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

ECON and EC Committees Discuss MCPS Career Readiness Programs

The Economic Development and Education & Culture committees held a joint Dec. 8 session on MCPS career readiness and workforce development.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Health & Human Services

Upcounty Hub Germantown Schedules December Food Distributions

The Upcounty Hub in Germantown has multiple food distributions scheduled throughout December 2025.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Education

MCPS Winter Coat Drive Collects Children's Gear in Rockville

MCPS is collecting children's winter coats, boots, and accessories at 4910 Macon Road, Room 141, Rockville.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Parks & Recreation

BlackRock Artisans Holiday Market in Germantown Dec. 13

BlackRock Center for the Arts hosts an outdoor holiday artisans market in Germantown on Saturday, Dec. 13, noon–4PM.

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

Council Appoints Shebra Evans to Succeed Albornoz

The County Council appointed Shebra Evans as the new councilmember to succeed Gabe Albornoz at its final session of 2025.

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

County Plastic Bag Ban Takes Effect January 1, 2026

Montgomery County's Bring Your Own Bag Law bans plastic carryout bags and charges 10 cents per paper bag starting Jan. 1, 2026.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
Health & Human Services

Age-Friendly Community Needs Survey Open Through Dec. 14

Montgomery County's Age-Friendly Community Needs Assessment survey for older adults is open through December 14.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
Transportation

MCDOT Seeks High School Vision Zero Youth Ambassadors

MCDOT is recruiting high school students as Vision Zero Youth Ambassadors; applications due December 5.

MCDOT· Dec 3, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
Other

Three County Board Vacancies Close Dec. 5

Applications for the Liquor Board, Montgomery Cares Advisory Board, and Building Energy Performance Improvement Board close December 5.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
Meetings & Hearings

Council Hearing Jan. 13 on Viva White Oak Development District

A public hearing on creating the Viva White Oak Development District is set for January 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
Meetings & Hearings

Council Advances HERO Act, Noise, Policing Bills

The County Council held hearings or advanced four bills covering firefighter survivor benefits, noise enforcement, police data, and climate assessments.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
Meetings & Hearings

T&E Committee Dec. 8: Invasive Plants Bill, Traffic Cameras

The Transportation and Environment Committee meets Dec. 8 on invasive plants legislation, traffic enforcement cameras, and the Safe Streets Act.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
Meetings & Hearings

ECON Committee Meets Dec. 4 on Economic Development Grants

The Economic Development Committee meets Dec. 4 for a briefing on county economic development grants.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
Education

MCPS Eyes Crown High School as Holding Facility

MCPS is considering using Crown High School as a holding school rather than opening it as an independent facility, amid ongoing boundary studies.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 2 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
Other

Balcombe Elected Council Vice President for 2026

Marilyn Balcombe was unanimously elected Council Vice President and Natali Fani-González elected Council President for 2026 on Dec. 2.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
Environment

DEP Urges Residents to 'Leave the Leaves' for Environmental Benefits

The Dept. of Environmental Protection is encouraging residents to leave fallen leaves in place to improve soil health and support pollinators.

Balcombe· Nov 19, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, November 19, 2025”
Nov 19
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery County Recreation Winter Program Registration Now Open

Registration for Montgomery County Recreation's Winter programs opened November 18, 2025.

Balcombe· Nov 19, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, November 19, 2025”
Nov 19
Other

Nine County Boards and Commissions Seeking Applicants Through December

Nine Montgomery County boards and commissions are accepting applications, with deadlines ranging from Nov. 19 to open until filled.

Balcombe· Nov 19, 2025· 3 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, November 19, 2025”
Nov 19
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