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Finance

HERO Act Bill 32-25 Called for Final Reading by Council

Expedited Bill 32-25, the HERO Act on survivor benefits for employees who die in the line of duty, is called for final Council reading.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “CORRECTION: A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Meetings & Hearings

Council Committees Discuss Invasive Plants Bill, Traffic Cameras

The TE and PS committees met Dec. 8 on Bill 26-25 on invasive plants, traffic enforcement cameras, and Safe Streets Act implementation.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “CORRECTION: A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Meetings & Hearings

Council Enters Winter Recess, Returns January 12

The County Council is on winter recess and will resume full Council and committee meetings on Monday, January 12, 2026.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “CORRECTION: A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Public Safety

County Winter Storm Information Portal Available for Residents

Montgomery County's winter storm portal covers road maintenance, storm preparedness, RideOn delays, and program cancellations.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “CORRECTION: A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Parks & Recreation

Clarksburg Yard Hosts First Yuletide Holiday Market Dec. 13

The Clarksburg Yard hosts its inaugural Yuletide at the Yard on Dec. 13, 10AM–2PM, with local vendors, treats, and family activities.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “CORRECTION: A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Parks & Recreation

Garden of Lights Opens at Brookside Gardens Through January

Brookside Gardens in Wheaton hosts its annual Garden of Lights outdoor display through early January 2026.

Fani-González· Dec 10, 2025· 1 link
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Kicking off my presidency by standing up for immigrants | Español abajo”
Dec 10
Finance

Council Committee Updated on County Economic Development Grants

ECON Committee received a briefing on grants to businesses via the Economic Development Fund, J.O.B.S. Initiative, and Small Business Support Services.

Fani-González· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Kicking off my presidency by standing up for immigrants | Español abajo”
Dec 10
Other

Shebra Evans Appointed At-Large Councilmember Through Dec. 2026

Council voted to appoint former Board of Education member Shebra Evans to fill the seat vacated by Gabe Albornoz on Dec. 1.

Fani-González· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Kicking off my presidency by standing up for immigrants | Español abajo”
Dec 10
Housing & Real Estate

Council Approves University Boulevard Corridor Plan

Final vote approves a 3-mile corridor plan covering traffic safety, housing, transit, and economic development from East Indian Spring Drive to Wheaton.

Fani-González· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Kicking off my presidency by standing up for immigrants | Español abajo”
Dec 10
Meetings & Hearings

Fani-González Introduces 'Trust Act' to Shield Immigrants

Emergency legislation would bar county from discriminatory practices against immigrants and limit county resources in immigration enforcement.

Fani-González· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Kicking off my presidency by standing up for immigrants | Español abajo”
Dec 10
Environment

Climate, Energy, and Air Quality Advisory Committee Seeks Applicants

The Climate, Energy, and Air Quality Advisory Committee is accepting applications with a deadline of January 9, 2026.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Housing & Real Estate

Council Hearing Jan. 13 on Viva White Oak Development District

A public hearing on creating the Viva White Oak Development District and a zoning text amendment is scheduled for Jan. 13, 2026, at 1:30PM.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Housing & Real Estate

Bill 31-25 on Landlord Eviction Notice Requirements Called for Final Reading

Expedited Bill 31-25, requiring landlords to provide notice before evictions, has been called for a final Council vote.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Other

Council Introduces Expedited Bill 35-25 on Immigrant Protections

The County Council introduced Expedited Bill 35-25, the Promoting Community Trust – Immigrant Protections Act.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Meetings & Hearings

TE and PS Committees Brief on Traffic Cameras, Safe Streets Act

The Transportation & Environment and Public Safety committees met Dec. 8 on Bill 26-25 invasive plants, traffic enforcement cameras, and Safe Streets Act implementation.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Education

ECON and EC Committees Discuss MCPS Career Readiness Programs

The Economic Development and Education & Culture committees held a joint Dec. 8 session on MCPS career readiness and workforce development.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Health & Human Services

Upcounty Hub Germantown Schedules December Food Distributions

The Upcounty Hub in Germantown has multiple food distributions scheduled throughout December 2025.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 1 link
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Education

MCPS Winter Coat Drive Collects Children's Gear in Rockville

MCPS is collecting children's winter coats, boots, and accessories at 4910 Macon Road, Room 141, Rockville.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Parks & Recreation

BlackRock Artisans Holiday Market in Germantown Dec. 13

BlackRock Center for the Arts hosts an outdoor holiday artisans market in Germantown on Saturday, Dec. 13, noon–4PM.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Other

Council Appoints Shebra Evans to Succeed Albornoz

The County Council appointed Shebra Evans as the new councilmember to succeed Gabe Albornoz at its final session of 2025.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
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