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Meetings & Hearings

PHP Committee Briefed on Emory Grove Urban Renewal Task Force

The Planning, Housing and Parks Committee receives an update on the Emory Grove Urban Renewal Task Force, studying displacement of former residents.

MCCouncil· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Feb. 23, 2026”
Feb 20
Education

EC Committee Reviews $2.79B MCPS Capital Improvements Program

The Education & Culture Committee holds its second review of the FY27-32 MCPS CIP, including a package of non-recommended reductions.

MCCouncil· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Feb. 23, 2026”
Feb 20
Meetings & Hearings

Council Reviews State Legislation, Federal Priorities Feb. 23

The full County Council meets Feb. 23 at 12:30 p.m. for a Maryland General Assembly update and review of state and local legislation.

MCCouncil· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Feb. 23, 2026”
Feb 20
Other

Jawando Responds to Supreme Court Striking Trump Tariffs

Councilmember Jawando issued a statement after the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the president lacks authority to impose global tariffs unilaterally.

Jawando· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “Councilmember Will Jawando’s Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Striking Dow…”
Feb 20
Local Economy

County Opens Solicitation for Business Cohort Training Providers

Montgomery County is accepting ongoing applications from organizations to deliver business cohort training programs for local entrepreneurs, businesses, and nonprofits.

MCDOT· Feb 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Launches New Business Training Network”
Feb 20
Transportation

Free Transit Workshop at Germantown Library Feb. 27

MCDOT Commuter Services hosts a free Upcounty Travel Training Workshop on Feb. 27, 1–3 p.m. at Germantown Library.

MCDOT· Feb 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Free Travel Training Workshop to Help Residents Navigate Public Transportation O…”
Feb 20
Local Economy

County Seeks Medical Staff Bids for Recreation Programs

Montgomery County Recreation issued an LSBRP solicitation (#1188825) for on-site medical staff; bids due Feb. 24, 2026 at 10 a.m.

Office of Procurement· Feb 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Medical Staff for Recreation Programs”
Feb 20
Local Economy

MCPL Seeks Vendor for Digital Library Card Address Verification

Montgomery County Public Libraries issued a Local Small Business solicitation for digital address verification at card renewal; bids due Feb. 24.

Office of Procurement· Feb 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Digital Library Card Account Address Verification and Renewal Service”
Feb 20
Health & Human Services

County Launches $750K Food as Medicine Grant Program

Montgomery County opens FY26 Food as Medicine grants offering $100K–$300K awards for clinic-led food access programs serving food-insecure families with children.

OGM· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Grant Opportunities Special Newsletter”
Feb 20
Health & Human Services

County APAAG Releases Sikh Patient Care Handbook for Providers

Montgomery County's APAAG published a guide helping health care professionals deliver culturally competent care to Sikh patients.

APAAG· Feb 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Releases ‘Health Care Providers’ Handbook on Sikh Patients’ to…”
Feb 20
Local Economy

County Minimum Wage Rate Rose to $18.15/Hour in July 2025

Montgomery County's Wage Requirements Law rate increased to $18.15 per hour effective July 1, 2025, applicable to County contracts.

Procurement· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Feb 20
Meetings & Hearings

Procurement Online Open House Scheduled for March 18

Montgomery County Procurement hosts a general session online open house on March 18, 2026, 10–11 a.m. via Zoom.

Procurement· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Feb 20
Finance

County Awards Record $274M to MFD Businesses in FY25

FY25 annual reports show a record $274M awarded to certified MFD businesses, 21.21% of eligible dollars and a 10% year-over-year increase.

Procurement· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Feb 20
Local Economy

OLO Survey on Small Business Contracting Closes Feb. 28

The Office of Legislative Oversight is seeking feedback from local small businesses on County contracting experiences; deadline is Feb. 28, 2026.

Procurement· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Feb 20
Local Economy

Solicitation Open for Council Office Building Auditorium

Montgomery County Procurement has an active informal solicitation (#1192482) for the Council Office Building Auditorium.

Procurement· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Feb 20
Local Economy

RFP Open for Youth Media Services Contract

Montgomery County seeks bids for Youth Media Services; pre-submission conference set for March 4, 2026 via virtual Teams meeting.

Procurement· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Feb 20
Public Safety

Elrich Signs Immigrant Protections Trust Act Bill 35-25

County Executive Elrich signed Bill 35-25, the Trust Act, barring staff from investigating immigration status and limiting cooperation with federal civil immigration enforcement.

PIO· Feb 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich to Sign Expedited Bill 35-25, County Adm…”
Feb 20
Transportation

WMATA Starts Phase 2 Bus Shelter Work at Shady Grove East

Phase 2 of bus shelter replacements at Shady Grove East Metrorail Station began Feb. 16, temporarily closing some bus bays.

MCDOT· Feb 19, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Continues with Phase 2 of the Bus…”
Feb 19
Health & Human Services

Latino Health Initiative Hosts Facebook Live on Marijuana Risks

LHI Spanish-language session covers marijuana's effects on youth brain health and offers prevention tips, Feb. 24, noon–1:30 p.m.

MCCouncil· Feb 19, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía con el Concejo Focuses on Montgomery County’s Trust Act, Friday at 2…”
Feb 19
Other

County Executive to Sign Trust Act Into Law Feb. 20

Expedited Bill 35-25 prohibits County employees from inquiring about immigration status and bans related discrimination.

MCCouncil· Feb 19, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía con el Concejo Focuses on Montgomery County’s Trust Act, Friday at 2…”
Feb 19
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