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Health & Human Services

Westat Recruits Spanish-Speaking Medical Staff for Paid Study

Westat seeks Spanish-speaking primary care and specialty medical providers/staff for a paid 1-hour virtual interview study, offering $200–$350.

DHHS· Apr 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - April 9th”
Apr 9
Environment

Green Fest Returns April 25 at Black Rock Center

Montgomery County's largest free environmental festival features green vendors, EVs, music, and children's activities on April 25 in Germantown.

DHHS· Apr 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - April 9th”
Apr 9
Health & Human Services

County Hosts 2nd Annual Tillman Public Health Symposium

LHI staff, county leaders, and Maryland Health Secretary Dr. Meena Seshamani gathered for the 2nd Annual Dr. Ulder J. Tillman Public Health Week Symposium.

DHHS· Apr 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - April 9th”
Apr 9
Environment

Panel to Examine Geothermal Energy Pilot Project in Silver Spring

A summit panel will discuss a potential networked geothermal project in Silver Spring stemming from the Maryland WARMTH Act.

DEP· Apr 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “El Ejecutivo del Condado de Montgomery Marc Elrich y Paula R. Glover, presidenta…”
Apr 9
Environment

13th Annual Energy Summit Set for Silver Spring, April 28-29

Montgomery County DEP's 2026 Energy Summit features county, state, and national energy leaders at Silver Spring Civic Building.

DEP· Apr 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “El Ejecutivo del Condado de Montgomery Marc Elrich y Paula R. Glover, presidenta…”
Apr 9
Finance

MD Personal Property Tax Return Due April 15 for Businesses

All Maryland-registered businesses must file a Personal Property Tax Return by April 15, 2026, or request a two-month extension.

MCCCSS· Apr 9, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County Child Care Support Services — “⚠️Important: Personal Property Tax Return Deadline Approaching”
Apr 9
Transportation

Bike to Work Day Set for May 15 in Montgomery County

MCDOT sponsors 8 pit stops countywide for the regional Bike to Work Day on May 15; first 18,000 registrants get a free T-shirt.

MCDOT· Apr 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Abierta la inscripción para el “Día de Ir al Trabajo en Bicicleta” el viernes 15…”
Apr 9
Health & Human Services

DHHS Offers Free Adult Vaccines to Uninsured Residents

Montgomery County DHHS provides free vaccines to eligible adults without insurance or whose plans don't cover immunizations.

DHHS· Apr 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía con el Concejo to Spotlight Earth Month, this Friday at 2 p.m. on Ra…”
Apr 9
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery Parks Share Fair Set for April 18 at Black Hill

Montgomery Parks hosts a sustainability Share Fair on April 18 at Black Hill Discovery Center for residents to donate gently used items.

MCCouncil· Apr 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía con el Concejo to Spotlight Earth Month, this Friday at 2 p.m. on Ra…”
Apr 9
Environment

Radio Show to Preview GreenFest, Earth Month Events April 10

En Sintonía con el Concejo airs Friday at 2 p.m. on WILC 900AM, spotlighting Earth Month and DEP's GreenFest on April 25.

MCCouncil· Apr 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía con el Concejo to Spotlight Earth Month, this Friday at 2 p.m. on Ra…”
Apr 9
Housing & Real Estate

Council Proposes Tougher Energy, Water Rules for Data Centers

Amendments to ZTA 26-01 would require 100% clean energy, ban potable water cooling, and expand setbacks for data centers.

Fani-González· Apr 9, 2026· 2 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Amendments Proposed to Strengthen Data Center ZTA”
Apr 9
Education

Glass Visits Cold Spring Elementary Amid Capital Budget Work

Councilmember Glass toured Cold Spring Elementary School, noting aging facility challenges as the Council works toward approving a capital budget.

Glass· Apr 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: April 9, 2026”
Apr 9
Finance

County Council Begins Review of $8B FY26 Budget

Budget season is underway as the Montgomery County Council reviews a proposed $8 billion FY26 budget that includes a 6.1% property tax increase.

Glass· Apr 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: April 9, 2026”
Apr 9
Other

Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board Seeks Applicants

Montgomery County has an opening on the Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board; application deadline is May 6, 2026.

Montgomery County· Apr 8, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - April 8, 2026”
Apr 8
Finance

County Opens $200K Community Gardening Grant Applications

Montgomery County is accepting applications for FY26 Resident and Community Gardening grants, with awards ranging from $25,000 to $100,000.

OGM· Apr 8, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “FY26 Resident and Community Gardening Grant Program – Application Open Today!”
Apr 8
Health & Human Services

FY27 Lighthouse Grant Opens, $3.99M for Immigrant Services

Montgomery County DHHS seeks one lead organization to deliver immigrant stabilization and integration services; applications due May 13.

OGM· Apr 8, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “FY27 Lighthouse Grant Program – Application Open Today! April 8, 2026”
Apr 8
Environment

DC Climate Week Runs April 20–26 with Dozen-Plus Events

DC Climate Week (April 20–26) features building tours, policy sessions, and decarbonization workshops across the DC metro area.

DEP· Apr 8, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | April 2026”
Apr 8
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery County GreenFest Scheduled for April 26

Montgomery County's annual GreenFest environmental event is set for April 26, 2026.

DEP· Apr 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | April 2026”
Apr 8
Local Economy

DEP Green Job Portal Lists Climate and Sustainability Openings

DEP's Green Job Portal has new postings for climate and sustainability positions in Montgomery County.

DEP· Apr 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | April 2026”
Apr 8
Finance

Pepco Seeks $11.73/Month Average Rate Increase in Maryland

Pepco has applied to Maryland's PSC for an average $11.73/month rate hike; virtual hearings are set for April 14 and 17.

DEP· Apr 8, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | April 2026”
Apr 8
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