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Environment

Three Court Rulings Affirm Local Authority on Building Decarbonization

Separate court decisions upheld Maryland's, Montgomery County's, and D.C.'s authority to enforce building energy performance and appliance standards.

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

DEP, Bethesda Green Host Condo BEPS Education Session May 13

A free hybrid session on May 13 will explain benchmarking and Building Energy Performance Standards for condo boards and residents.

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

Building Energy Benchmarking Reports Due June 1

Montgomery County building owners must submit 2025 energy benchmarking reports by June 1, 2026, via the county's online portal.

DEP· Apr 8, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | April 2026”
Apr 8
Environment

2026 Montgomery County Energy Summit Set for April 28-29

The annual Energy Summit returns April 28–29 with sessions on BEPS compliance, decarbonization, electrification, and a hands-on workshop.

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

IECMH Consultation Applications Open for Child Care Providers

Child care providers can apply by April 22 for a full year of Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation starting July 2026.

DHHS· Apr 8, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Child Care Support Services — “ Prepare Your Team for a Successful Year with IECMH Support!”
Apr 8
Meetings & Hearings

Elrich Media Briefing April 8: Jobs, Budget, Business Aid

County Executive Marc Elrich holds weekly virtual media briefing at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

PIO· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Apr 7
Health & Human Services

Free Circle of Security Parenting Group Starts April 16

Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program offers 8-week virtual parenting group for caregivers of children ages 4 months to 6 years.

DHHS· Apr 7, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “Please Join Us! MCITP | Circle of Security of Security Parenting Group”
Apr 7
Meetings & Hearings

Council Grants Advisory Workgroup Completes Final Report

The Montgomery County Council's Advisory Workgroup on Strategic Planning for County Grants has finalized its report following a March 19 committee hearing.

OGM· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Two New Grant Programs Launching Tomorrow – April 7, 2026 MCG Grant Opportunitie…”
Apr 7
Finance

NFR and Strategic Planning Grants Nearing Award Notifications

The FY26 Nonprofit Federal Resilience and Strategic Planning grant programs have completed initial reviews; notification letters expected the week of April 13.

OGM· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Two New Grant Programs Launching Tomorrow – April 7, 2026 MCG Grant Opportunitie…”
Apr 7
Health & Human Services

County to Fund Evidence-Based Substance Prevention Program for Grades 4–6

DHHS plans a late-April launch of a $100K–$150K grant for a nonprofit to deliver substance-use prevention curriculum to upper elementary students.

OGM· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Two New Grant Programs Launching Tomorrow – April 7, 2026 MCG Grant Opportunitie…”
Apr 7
Health & Human Services

$100K Fentanyl Overdose Reduction Grant Coming in April

DHHS plans to launch the FY26 FUODR Grant Program in April 2026, offering $100K in opioid abatement funds for 1–2 awards.

OGM· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Two New Grant Programs Launching Tomorrow – April 7, 2026 MCG Grant Opportunitie…”
Apr 7
Environment

HEECAP Home Retrofit Grants Close April 15 for Nonprofits

Two HEECAP grant programs totaling up to $1.5M for energy-efficient home retrofits close April 15; DEP and OGM are accepting nonprofit applications.

OGM· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Two New Grant Programs Launching Tomorrow – April 7, 2026 MCG Grant Opportunitie…”
Apr 7
Education

EquiCare Infant-Toddler Child Care Grant Open Through April 24

DHHS is accepting applications for $2.07M in FY27 EquiCare childcare subsidy seat grants through April 24, 2026.

OGM· Apr 7, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Two New Grant Programs Launching Tomorrow – April 7, 2026 MCG Grant Opportunitie…”
Apr 7
Health & Human Services

County Offers $3.99M Lighthouse Immigrant Services Grant

The FY27 Lighthouse Grant Program launches April 8, offering nearly $4M for a lead organization to coordinate immigrant services countywide.

OGM· Apr 7, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Two New Grant Programs Launching Tomorrow – April 7, 2026 MCG Grant Opportunitie…”
Apr 7
Finance

County Launches $100K Community Gardening Grant April 8

The FY26 Resident and Community Gardening Grant Program opens April 8, offering $100,000 for food gardening initiatives addressing food insecurity.

OGM· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Two New Grant Programs Launching Tomorrow – April 7, 2026 MCG Grant Opportunitie…”
Apr 7
Parks & Recreation

Fashion Boot Camp Season 10 Finale Held at East County Rec Center

MoCoRec's Fashion Boot Camp marked its 10th season with a runway finale at East County Community Recreation Center.

MCRecreation· Apr 7, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “Get Moving This April - Programs for All Ages at MoCoRec”
Apr 7
Parks & Recreation

Senior Soccer Program Draws 100+ Players at North Potomac

Volunteer Dave Modi runs a year-round senior soccer program at North Potomac Recreation Center, attracting over 100 players weekly.

MCRecreation· Apr 7, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “Get Moving This April - Programs for All Ages at MoCoRec”
Apr 7
Meetings & Hearings

Sports Advisory Committee Meeting Scheduled for April 16

MoCoRec's Sports Advisory Committee meets April 16 from 6–8 p.m. at North Potomac Community Recreation Center.

MCRecreation· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “Get Moving This April - Programs for All Ages at MoCoRec”
Apr 7
Meetings & Hearings

Countywide Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Meets April 13

The Countywide Recreation and Parks Advisory Board holds its monthly meeting April 13 at 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton.

MCRecreation· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “Get Moving This April - Programs for All Ages at MoCoRec”
Apr 7
Parks & Recreation

Rec Regatta Cardboard Boat Race at Olney Swim Center April 25

Participants build cardboard-and-duct-tape boats and race at Olney Swim Center on April 25; registration is $10 per boat.

MCRecreation· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “Get Moving This April - Programs for All Ages at MoCoRec”
Apr 7
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