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Environment

Free Home Energy Checkups Available to Montgomery County Utility Customers

County residents who pay a utility bill can get a no-cost Quick Home Energy Checkup and receive up to $250 in energy-saving products.

mc_energy· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “💡😍 Watt's Love Got to Do with Energy Savings? 💡😍”
Feb 13
Local Economy

Maryland Waives 6% Sales Tax on Energy Star Appliances This Weekend

Maryland's Shop Maryland Energy Weekend tax holiday runs Feb. 14–16, waiving the 6% sales tax on qualifying Energy Star-certified appliances.

mc_energy· Feb 13, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “💡😍 Watt's Love Got to Do with Energy Savings? 💡😍”
Feb 13
Transportation

Great Seneca Transit Network extRa Routes Serve Life Sciences Corridor

The GSTN, launched in 2024, runs Pink and Lime express Ride On routes to 9,000+ life sciences jobs, universities, and medical facilities.

MCDOT· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Ride On Bus System Opens Doors to Science, Technology Opportunities for Students”
Feb 13
Public Safety

'Built to Last' Theme Set for May 2026 Building Safety Month

The 2026 Building Safety Month campaign, themed 'Built to Last,' runs throughout May with weekly safety topics and local DPS events.

DPS· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Constructive Comments | Feb. 2026”
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 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Constructive Comments | Feb. 2026”
Feb 13
Meetings & Hearings

Sign Review Board Meets Virtually March 11

The Montgomery County Sign Review Board holds a virtual Microsoft Teams meeting at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 11.

DPS· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Constructive Comments | Feb. 2026”
Feb 13
Meetings & Hearings

DPS Briefs Planning Board on Site Plan Enforcement Coordination

DPS presented to the Montgomery Planning Board on enforcement of M-NCPPC-certified site plans and inter-agency coordination.

DPS· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Constructive Comments | Feb. 2026”
Feb 13
Housing & Real Estate

Montgomery County Raises Right-of-Way Permit Bond Amounts

Bond amounts for public right-of-way permits now set at 150% of construction costs, up from 100%, effective February 2026.

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

DPS Podcast Episode Covers Fire Code Compliance and Emergency Safety Plans

A new DPS podcast episode features Fire Code Compliance Manager Patsy Warnick on key FCC changes and emergency safety plans.

DPS· Feb 13, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Constructive Comments | Feb. 2026”
Feb 13
Local Economy

DPS 'Recipe for Success' Program Wins 2025 NACo Achievement Award

DPS's 'Recipe for Success' restaurant permitting guide earned a 2025 National Association of Counties Achievement Award.

DPS· Feb 13, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Constructive Comments | Feb. 2026”
Feb 13
Meetings & Hearings

DPS Annual Stakeholders Forum Scheduled for March 3 in Wheaton

The Dept. of Permitting Services hosts its annual forum for industry professionals at the M-NCPPC building in Wheaton, 9–11:30 a.m.

DPS· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Constructive Comments | Feb. 2026”
Feb 13
Housing & Real Estate

Bill 9-26 Would Require AC in Single-Family Rental Homes

Bill 9-26, heard March 10, would mandate air-conditioning standards for detached single-family homes offered for rent in the county.

MCCouncil· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Feb. 24 and March 10, 2026”
Feb 13
Housing & Real Estate

Bill 8-26 Would Ban Algorithmic Rent-Setting in Montgomery County

Council to hear testimony March 10 on Bill 8-26, which would prohibit landlords from using algorithmic tools to set rents or coordinate pricing.

MCCouncil· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Feb. 24 and March 10, 2026”
Feb 13
Health & Human Services

Bill 12-26 Would Revise Payments to Developmental Disability Providers

Bill 12-26, heard March 10, would amend how Montgomery County calculates and determines eligibility for payments to developmental disability service providers.

MCCouncil· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Feb. 24 and March 10, 2026”
Feb 13
Public Safety

Bill 11-26 Would Raise Benefits for Fire and Rescue Volunteers

Council to hear testimony March 10 on Bill 11-26, which would increase length-of-service award amounts for local fire and rescue volunteers.

MCCouncil· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Feb. 24 and March 10, 2026”
Feb 13
Meetings & Hearings

Expedited Bill 10-26 Would Overhaul Arts and Humanities Council Board

Expedited Bill 10-26 heard March 10 would set new board composition, appointment, and racial equity requirements for AHCMC.

MCCouncil· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Feb. 24 and March 10, 2026”
Feb 13
Meetings & Hearings

Bill 7-26 Would Clarify Agricultural Building Permit Exemptions

Council to hear testimony March 10 on Bill 7-26, which would clarify building permit exemptions for structures used exclusively for agriculture.

MCCouncil· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Feb. 24 and March 10, 2026”
Feb 13
Meetings & Hearings

Council Hearing: $53,788 Arts and Humanities Supplemental Appropriation

Public hearing March 10 on a $53,788 supplemental appropriation to the FY26 budget for the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County.

MCCouncil· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Feb. 24 and March 10, 2026”
Feb 13
Meetings & Hearings

Council Hearing: $2.9M North Branch Trail Appropriation

Public hearing Feb. 24 on a $2.9M capital appropriation for the North Branch Trail project, funded by GO Bonds and federal aid.

MCCouncil· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Feb. 24 and March 10, 2026”
Feb 13
Health & Human Services

Veterans Resource Fair Offers Free Services in Rockville

Free health screenings, disability claims clinics, and legal services for veterans at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church on Feb. 16.

DHHS· Feb 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “2/16/2016 Veterans Community Resource Fair, Mt Calvary Church, Rockville, MD fro…”
Feb 13
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