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Health & Human Services

$1M Emergency Appropriation Targets Senior Services Amid Federal Cuts

Councilmember Sayles and co-sponsors introduced a $1M special appropriation to fund senior nutrition, homecare, and respite care programs.

Sayles· Jan 15, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “Sayles, Co-Sponsors Introduce $1 Million Emergency Funding to Protect Seniors an…”
Jan 15
Housing & Real Estate

Council Proposes Zoning Rules for Data Centers in Industrial Zones

ZTA 26-01 would restrict data centers to industrial zones with 500-ft residential setbacks, noise, lighting, and environmental standards.

Fani-González· Jan 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Zoning measure to guide data center development announced by Council President N…”
Jan 15
Meetings & Hearings

Capital Budget Public Hearings Set for Feb. 9-10

Residents can testify in person or via Zoom at capital budget hearings on Feb. 9 and 10 at 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Fani-González· Jan 15, 2026· 2 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council President Natali Fani‑González’s Statement on Montgomery County's C…”
Jan 15
Finance

Elrich Transmits FY2027-2032 Capital Budget to Council

County Executive Elrich sent his recommended capital budget and CIP for FY2027-2032 to the County Council on Jan. 15.

Fani-González· Jan 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council President Natali Fani‑González’s Statement on Montgomery County's C…”
Jan 15
Education

Head Start and Preschool Registration Open for 2025-2026

Montgomery County Head Start and preschool program registration is open for the 2025–2026 school year.

DHHS· Jan 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: January 2026 Vol. II”
Jan 15
Parks & Recreation

Summer Camp Registration Opens January 20 for County Families

Montgomery County recreation summer camp registration opens January 20, 2026, with financial assistance available for eligible families.

DHHS· Jan 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: January 2026 Vol. II”
Jan 15
Health & Human Services

DHHS My Turn Program Info Session February 3

Families with children 2½+ considering transition to school-based services can learn about My Turn Program supports on Feb. 3.

DHHS· Jan 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: January 2026 Vol. II”
Jan 15
Parks & Recreation

Free RecFit Passes Available at Montgomery County Recreation Centers

Montgomery County residents can obtain free fitness passes granting access to equipped fitness rooms, drop-in gym activities, and game rooms at recreation centers.

Glass· Jan 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: January 15, 2026”
Jan 15
Housing & Real Estate

Kemp Mill Resident Secured Housing After Eviction via County DHHS

A Kemp Mill resident living in her car after eviction was connected to county Housing Stabilization services through Councilmember Glass's office.

Glass· Jan 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: January 15, 2026”
Jan 15
Parks & Recreation

'Seeds of Hope' Mural Unveiled at Westfield Wheaton Mall

A new community mural titled 'Seeds of Hope' by artist Liliane Blom and 50 collaborators has been unveiled at Westfield Wheaton Mall in Wheaton.

Glass· Jan 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: January 15, 2026”
Jan 15
Other

Maryland General Assembly's 449th Session Opens for 90-Day Term

The 449th Maryland General Assembly session began this week, with housing, economic growth, and public safety among priorities affecting Montgomery County.

Glass· Jan 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: January 15, 2026”
Jan 15
Public Safety

HERO Act Signed Into Law, Speeding Pension Benefits for Fallen First Responders' Spouses

The HERO Act, signed in December 2025, eliminates delays in monthly pension payments to surviving spouses of career firefighters or police officers killed on duty.

Glass· Jan 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: January 15, 2026”
Jan 15
Public Safety

Trust Act Introduced: County Police to Stay Out of ICE Enforcement

Montgomery County legislation reaffirming that county police will not cooperate with ICE on immigration enforcement has been introduced in the council.

Glass· Jan 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: January 15, 2026”
Jan 15
Transportation

Road Safety Town Hall Draws 250 Residents, Highlights 18 Deaths in 2025

Over 250 residents joined Councilmember Glass Saturday to discuss safer streets after 678 pedestrian and cyclist crashes and 18 fatalities in 2025.

Glass· Jan 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: January 15, 2026”
Jan 15
Transportation

Call-n-Ride Program Offers Taxi Subsidies for Qualifying Residents

Montgomery County's Call-n-Ride program provides subsidies to offset on-demand taxi costs for eligible residents; contact info available.

MCDOT· Jan 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Taxicab Meter Rate to Change in Montgomery County Beginning Sunday, Feb. 1”
Jan 15
Finance

Elrich Presents FY27 Capital Budget, Six-Year CIP

County Executive Marc Elrich presented his recommended FY2027 Capital Budget and FY2027–2032 Capital Improvements Program on Jan. 15.

PIO· Jan 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “*TODAY* Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich to Present His Recommended Fisca…”
Jan 15
Health & Human Services

Board of Social Services Vacancy Open for Applications

Montgomery County is accepting applications for the Board of Social Services through Feb. 11, 2026.

Montgomery County· Jan 14, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - January 14, 2026”
Jan 14
Other

Human Rights Commission Seeks New Members

Montgomery County is accepting applications for the Human Rights Commission through Feb. 11, 2026.

Montgomery County· Jan 14, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - January 14, 2026”
Jan 14
Parks & Recreation

County Aquatic Centers Open on MLK Day

Montgomery County aquatic centers will remain open on Monday, Jan. 19, while recreation and senior centers are closed.

PIO· Jan 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “***CORRECTION*** Montgomery County Holiday Schedule for Martin Luther King Jr.’s…”
Jan 14
Transportation

Public Parking Free Countywide on MLK Day, Jan. 19

All county public parking garages, lots, and curbside meters are free on Monday, Jan. 19.

PIO· Jan 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “***CORRECTION*** Montgomery County Holiday Schedule for Martin Luther King Jr.’s…”
Jan 14
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