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Environment

MDE Issues Violation Notice Over Dickerson Incinerator Dioxin Exceedance

Reworld's Unit 3 boiler at the Dickerson waste-to-energy facility tested at 54.8 ng/dscm for dioxins—nearly double the 30 ng/dscm permit limit.

DEP· Dec 17, 2025· 0 links
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection on t…”
Dec 17
Transportation

Ride On Flex 918 On-Demand Zero-Fare Service Launches February 2026

MCDOT is launching Ride On Flex 918, a free on-demand transit service along the New Hampshire Avenue corridor starting in early 2026.

MCDOT· Dec 17, 2025· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “REBROADCAST: December 2025 Ride On Newsletter”
Dec 17
Public Safety

Ride On Launches 'Not a Fight Club' Anti-Violence Campaign

MCDOT's 'Ride On Reminders' campaign targets rider conduct, with the fourth installment addressing violence against bus operators.

MCDOT· Dec 17, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “REBROADCAST: December 2025 Ride On Newsletter”
Dec 17
Parks & Recreation

Four Holiday Light Displays Reachable by Ride On Bus

MCDOT highlights four Montgomery County holiday light events accessible by Ride On routes, including Brookside Gardens and Seneca Creek.

MCDOT· Dec 17, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “REBROADCAST: December 2025 Ride On Newsletter”
Dec 17
Public Services

Montgomery County Procurement Office Relocates to Courthouse Square

The Office of Procurement has moved to 27 Courthouse Square, Suite 330, Rockville, MD 20850.

Montgomery County Procurement· Dec 17, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Online Open House - today!”
Dec 17
Meetings & Hearings

Procurement Office Hosts Online Open House on Upcoming Solicitations

Montgomery County's Office of Procurement holds its monthly Online Open House via Zoom on Dec. 17, 2025, 10–11 a.m.

Montgomery County Procurement· Dec 17, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Online Open House - today!”
Dec 17
Health & Human Services

'Montgomery Gives Local' Holiday Campaign Highlighted at Briefing

County Executive Elrich spotlights the 'Montgomery Gives Local' holiday giving campaign with 4 Season Giving Tree president Lauren Laimon on Dec. 17.

Montgomery County PIO· Dec 17, 2025· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Dec 17
Local Economy

Elrich Briefing to Feature New MCEDC Chief, $7.5M Tech Fund

County Executive Elrich hosts virtual media briefing Dec. 17 with new MCEDC president and CEO to discuss $7.5M Technology Innovation and Founders Funds.

Montgomery County PIO· Dec 17, 2025· 1 link
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Dec 17
Education

Gilchrist Center English Class Registration Opens Dec. 16

The Gilchrist Center is accepting online applications for English classes starting at 6 pm on Dec. 16, on a first-come, first-served basis.

Gilchrist Center· Dec 16, 2025· 1 link
From: Gilchrist Center - Montgomery County, MD — “English class registration opens at 6 pm today!”
Dec 16
Health & Human Services

Senior Center Free Bus Service Available to County Residents 55+

Montgomery County Recreation offers free curb-to-curb and fixed-route transit to five senior centers and two Active Adult Program sites.

MCDOT· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “December 2025 Ride On Newsletter”
Dec 16
Transportation

Ride On Launches 'Ride On Reminders' Rider Conduct Campaign

MCDOT's new 'Ride On Reminders' campaign promotes respectful behavior on buses, citing a tripling of transit worker violence over 15 years.

MCDOT· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “December 2025 Ride On Newsletter”
Dec 16
Transportation

Ride On Explains 'S' Service Plan for Snow and Storms

MCDOT outlines how Ride On's 'S' Service Plan works during snow, storms, or other disruptions affecting normal weekday bus schedules.

MCDOT· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “December 2025 Ride On Newsletter”
Dec 16
Transportation

Ride On Buses Display Rosa Parks Commemorative Cards in December

MCDOT is placing special Rosa Parks commemorative bus cards across its nearly 400-bus fleet throughout December 2025.

MCDOT· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “December 2025 Ride On Newsletter”
Dec 16
Transportation

Youth Cruiser SmarTrip Cards Required for Free Metrobus Rides Feb. 1

Starting Feb. 1, 2026, riders aged 5–18 must use a Youth Cruiser SmarTrip Card for zero-fare Metrobus rides within Montgomery County.

MCDOT· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “December 2025 Ride On Newsletter”
Dec 16
Local Economy

ABS December 2025 Sales Promotion Runs All Month

Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services is running a store sales promotion throughout December 2025, while supplies last.

ABS· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “What's in Store - ABS (Alcohol Beverage Services)”
Dec 16
Other

Elrich Congratulates New Maryland House Speaker Peña-Melnyk

County Executive Marc Elrich issued a statement praising Joseline Peña-Melnyk's historic election as Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates.

Elrich· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from County Executive Marc Elrich on the Election of Maryland House of…”
Dec 16
Other

Peña-Melnyk Elected Maryland House Speaker, First Latina

Joseline Peña-Melnyk was elected Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates on Dec. 16, becoming the first Latina and immigrant to hold the role.

Fani-González· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council President Natali Fani-González Congratulates Maryland’s Speaker of the H…”
Dec 16
Health & Human Services

MoCo Pride Center Opens in Bethesda

The MoCo Pride Center has opened in Bethesda, offering resources, programs, and community support for Montgomery County's LGBTQ+ residents.

Glass· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: Highlights of 2025”
Dec 16
Environment

Native Plant Protection Act Bans Invasive Bamboo Sales

New Montgomery County legislation prohibits invasive bamboo sales and requires native plants in new development projects countywide.

Glass· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: Highlights of 2025”
Dec 16
Local Economy

MOVE Act Assists 55+ Businesses Since Taking Effect

The MOVE Act has helped more than 55 businesses, including over a dozen start-ups, relocate to or expand within Montgomery County.

Glass· Dec 16, 2025· 1 link
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “The Glass Gazette: Highlights of 2025”
Dec 16
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