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Meetings & Hearings

Dickerson Area Facilities Group Meets Sept. 8

The Dickerson Area Facilities Implementation Group (DAFIG) meets Tuesday, September 8, from 7–9 p.m.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 0 links
From: My Green Montgomery — “We Need Your Feedback, Grants & Upcoming Events!”
Sep 3
Local Economy

Free Electric Tool Training for Landscapers on Sept. 16

Landscapers can attend a hands-on battery-powered tool training with demos from Milwaukee, GreenWorks, STIHL, Husqvarna, and Makita on September 16.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 1 link
From: My Green Montgomery — “We Need Your Feedback, Grants & Upcoming Events!”
Sep 3
Environment

2026 H2O Summit Set for Oct. 13 in Wheaton

The 2026 H2O Summit on watershed management meets October 13 at M-NCPPC's Wheaton Headquarters, focusing on upstream water quality actions.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 1 link
From: My Green Montgomery — “We Need Your Feedback, Grants & Upcoming Events!”
Sep 3
Environment

DEP Seeks Resident Feedback on Environmental Program Access

Montgomery County is surveying residents in seven languages on barriers to accessing Tree Montgomery, RainScapes, and Clean Water Montgomery programs.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 1 link
From: My Green Montgomery — “We Need Your Feedback, Grants & Upcoming Events!”
Sep 3
Environment

Clean Water Montgomery Grants Open for Anacostia Watershed Projects

Montgomery County is accepting grant applications for water quality, tree planting, restoration, and litter reduction projects in the Anacostia River Watershed.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 1 link
From: My Green Montgomery — “We Need Your Feedback, Grants & Upcoming Events!”
Sep 3
Public Safety

County Launches National Preparedness Month Survey in September

Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management is releasing a community preparedness survey throughout September as part of National Preparedness Month.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 1 link
From: My Green Montgomery — “We Need Your Feedback, Grants & Upcoming Events!”
Sep 3
Environment

County Seeks Public Input on Trash and Recycling Future

Montgomery County asks residents to weigh in on whether to close or upgrade the Dickerson Resource Recovery Facility before its 2031 contract expiration.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 1 link
From: My Green Montgomery — “We Need Your Feedback, Grants & Upcoming Events!”
Sep 3
Transportation

US 29 Flash Corridor Upgrades Include Dedicated Bus Lanes, Bike-Ped Safety

MCDOT is advancing US 29 corridor improvements including dedicated bus lanes, upgraded signals, and pedestrian and bicycle safety enhancements.

MCDOT· Sep 3, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “MCDOT to Launch Expanded US 29 Flash Bus Rapid Transit Service with Four New Sto…”
Sep 3
Other

County Executive Elrich Mourns Death of Gloria Steinem

County Executive Marc Elrich issued a statement mourning the death of women's rights activist Gloria Steinem.

Elrich· Sep 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich on the Death of Women…”
Sep 3
Meetings & Hearings

Upcoming Clean Energy and Building Efficiency Events, Sept.–Nov. 2026

A series of regional webinars and in-person events on building energy standards, smart controls, and affordable housing runs September through November 2026.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 6 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | September 2026”
Sep 3
Education

MCPS Seeks Community Members for Facilities Advisory Committee

MCPS is forming a Facilities Advisory Committee to guide 10–15 year facility planning; applications close September 4, 2026.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | September 2026”
Sep 3
Housing & Real Estate

Takoma Park Electrification Grant Applications Due Sept. 6

Takoma Park's Multifamily Building Improvement Grant Program Phase 1 applications for funded energy audits close September 6, 2026.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | September 2026”
Sep 3
Environment

Gaithersburg Apartments Install 542 kW Rooftop Solar System

Governor Square Apartments in Gaithersburg installed a 542 kW rooftop solar PV system projected to save over $150,000 annually in electricity costs.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | September 2026”
Sep 3
Housing & Real Estate

County Awards $1.5M for Low-Income Climate Home Upgrades

DEP awarded $1.5 million to four nonprofits under the HEECAP Homes Grants Program to fund electrification and efficiency upgrades for income-eligible residents.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | September 2026”
Sep 3
Environment

EmPOWER MD Gas Rebates Ending December 31, 2026

Washington Gas exits EmPOWER MD at year-end, ending rebates for gas furnaces, boilers, water heaters, and commercial kitchen appliances.

DEP· Sep 3, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | September 2026”
Sep 3
Education

Free Pre-K and Head Start Applications Open for County Families

Free pre-kindergarten and Head Start slots are available through MCPS and select private providers for income-eligible 3- and 4-year-olds.

MCFIC· Sep 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: FS Learning Link- Sept./ Enlace de Aprendizaje- Sept.”
Sep 3
Education

Library Card Sign-Up Visits FIC Sites Sept. 21

Montgomery County Public Library's early literacy manager will visit Rockville and Gaithersburg FIC sites Sept. 21 to sign families up for library cards.

MCFIC· Sep 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: FS Learning Link- Sept./ Enlace de Aprendizaje- Sept.”
Sep 3
Health & Human Services

Free Self-Care Workshop for Parents Sept. 16

Early Childhood Services hosts 'Exhale! Self-Care for Parents & Caregivers' on September 16, 2026, as part of its Family Learning Series.

MCFIC· Sep 3, 2026· 7 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: FS Learning Link- Sept./ Enlace de Aprendizaje- Sept.”
Sep 3
Health & Human Services

FIC Early Childhood Program Runs September–October 2026

The Family Involvement Center offers free play-based sessions for children birth–5, Monday–Thursday, 9:30 am–1:00 pm through Oct. 1.

MCFIC· Sep 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: FS Learning Link- Sept./ Enlace de Aprendizaje- Sept.”
Sep 3
Elections

Elrich Plans Two-Year Campaign Against Budget Amendment Proposal

County Executive Elrich says he will hold public forums and community meetings through 2027–2028 to explain the budget amendment's potential effects.

Elrich· Sep 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “County Executive Elrich Welcomes Court Decision Upholding Election Officials’ Re…”
Sep 3
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