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Health & Human Services

DHHS Seeks Black Diaspora Input via State of Black Health Survey

Montgomery County DHHS is collecting anonymous survey responses from Black Diaspora community members to guide future health planning.

Mink· Jul 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “July 2026 Updates from Councilmember Kristin Mink”
Jul 23
Local Economy

County Council ECON Committee Approves 18-Month Data Center Moratorium

The County Council's ECON Committee voted to recommend an 18-month data center permitting moratorium; full Council vote set for July 28.

Mink· Jul 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “July 2026 Updates from Councilmember Kristin Mink”
Jul 23
Transportation

Residents Have Until July 24 to Submit US-29/Crestmoor Safety Feedback

A Google feedback form on pedestrian safety improvements at US-29 and Crestmoor Dr. closes July 24 at 11:59 p.m.

Mink· Jul 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “July 2026 Updates from Councilmember Kristin Mink”
Jul 23
Public Safety

$20K Reward Offered in Woodmoor Hit-and-Run Death

MCPD seeks tips in the June 19 hit-and-run death of Hanna Wegayehou at Crestmoor Dr. and Colesville Rd.; $20,000 reward offered.

Mink· Jul 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “July 2026 Updates from Councilmember Kristin Mink”
Jul 23
Public Services

DPS Podcast Episode Covers Home Renovation Permitting Steps

Montgomery County DPS releases podcast episode on planning home renovations, covering permits, zoning, energy code, and inspections.

DPS· Jul 23, 2026· 5 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “New Montgomery County Podcast Episode Focuses on Planning a Successful Home Reno…”
Jul 23
Health & Human Services

Community Advocacy Institute Applications Close July 24

The Community Action Board's free CAI advocacy training program closes applications July 24 for income-eligible Montgomery County residents.

Community Action Board· Jul 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Last day to apply to the Community Advocacy Institute is July 24th”
Jul 23
Transportation

Officials, Kuhn to Announce White's Ferry Restart Milestone

County Executive Elrich and ferry owner Chuck Kuhn will announce a major step toward resuming White's Ferry service in Dickerson on July 24.

MCPIO· Jul 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Officials and Kuhns to Announce a Significant Milestone Toward…”
Jul 23
Other

NACo Adopts Three Sayles-Introduced Policy Resolutions

NACo membership adopted three resolutions introduced by Councilmember Sayles covering public safety, maternal health, and housing affordability.

Sayles· Jul 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “Montgomery County Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles Reappointed to National Leade…”
Jul 23
Other

Sayles Reappointed to NACo Board of Directors

Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles was reappointed as an at-large member of the NACo Board of Directors at the 2026 Annual Conference.

Sayles· Jul 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “Montgomery County Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles Reappointed to National Leade…”
Jul 23
Health & Human Services

Council, Radio America Spanish Show Airs Friday with Health Guests

"En Sintonía con el Concejo" airs July 24 at 2 p.m. on WILC 900AM, featuring Mansfield Kaseman Health Clinic staff on summer health tips.

MCCouncil· Jul 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Council President Natali Fani-González Will be This Week’s Special Guest on “En …”
Jul 23
Public Safety

County Launches ICE Activity Reporting Portal Under New Laws

Montgomery County's new portal lets residents report ICE activity, established under the Unmask ICE Act (Bill 5-26) and County Values Act (Bill 3-26).

Fani-González· Jul 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Council President Natali Fani-González Will be This Week’s Special Guest on “En …”
Jul 23
Parks & Recreation

Festa Julina Wheaton Brazilian Festival Set for July 26

EducArte hosts a free Brazilian summer festival at Marian Fryer Town Plaza in Wheaton on Sunday, July 26, noon to 4 PM.

Fani-González· Jul 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “An update on data centers, property tax questions, and more | Español abajo”
Jul 23
Parks & Recreation

Wheaton Art Mix Free Open-Mic Event July 25

Creative Wheaton hosts a free, family-friendly open-mic featuring local artists and performers Saturday, July 25, 4–6 PM.

Fani-González· Jul 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “An update on data centers, property tax questions, and more | Español abajo”
Jul 23
Meetings & Hearings

Wheaton Community Conversation Scheduled for July 28

Council President Fani-González hosts a community meeting on Wheaton's future at Mid-County Regional Services Center on July 28.

Fani-González· Jul 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “An update on data centers, property tax questions, and more | Español abajo”
Jul 23
Finance

County Explains Property Tax Bills, Lists Relief Credits

Council President Fani-González addresses homeowner questions about 2026 property tax bills and available credits after ITOC elimination.

Fani-González· Jul 23, 2026· 7 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “An update on data centers, property tax questions, and more | Español abajo”
Jul 23
Other

Remembrance and Reconciliation Commission Seeks New Members

Montgomery County accepting applications for the Remembrance and Reconciliation Commission through August 19, 2026.

Montgomery County· Jul 22, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - July 22, 2026”
Jul 22
Health & Human Services

HHS Committee Reviews Developmental Disabilities Provider Payment Bill

Bill 12-26 would update County Code on payments to developmental disability service providers, removing outdated wage-target requirements.

MCCouncil· Jul 22, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on July 23, 2026”
Jul 22
Health & Human Services

HHS Committee Reviews IDD Commission Membership Expansion Bill

Bill 28-26 would expand the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission from 11 to 23 voting members; HHS Committee meets July 23 at 1 p.m.

MCCouncil· Jul 22, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on July 23, 2026”
Jul 22
Finance

Joint Committee Reviews $420M VIVA White Oak Bond Bill

GO and ECON committees meet July 23 to review Expedited Bill 31-26 authorizing up to $420M in special obligation bonds for VIVA White Oak Development District.

MCCouncil· Jul 22, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on July 23, 2026”
Jul 22
Housing & Real Estate

ECON Committee Backs 18-Month Data Center Building Permit Moratorium

Montgomery County's ECON Committee unanimously recommended an 18-month moratorium on data center building permits; full Council vote set for July 28.

Jawando· Jul 22, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “Council Committee Advances 18-Month Data Center Moratorium After Push by Council…”
Jul 22
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