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ECON Committee Briefed on County's 2025 Q2-Q3 Economic Data

The ECON Committee receives a briefing on 2025 Q2-Q3 economic indicators, including employment, real estate, and venture capital trends.

MCCouncil-LIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Jan. 26, 2026”
Jan 23
Local Economy

ECON Committee to Consider WorkSource Montgomery Redesignation

The ECON Committee reviews a resolution to redesignate WorkSource Montgomery as the County's workforce development organization before its June 30 expiration.

MCCouncil-LIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Jan. 26, 2026”
Jan 23
Education

EC Committee Reviews $499M Montgomery College Capital Budget

The EC Committee reviews Montgomery College's $499M FY27-32 CIP request, including Germantown building renovations and new security systems.

MCCouncil-LIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Jan. 26, 2026”
Jan 23
Education

EC Committee Reviews $2.79B MCPS Capital Budget

The Education and Culture Committee reviews the FY27-32 CIP for MCPS; the Board of Education requests $2.79B vs. the County Executive's $2.14B recommendation.

MCCouncil-LIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Jan. 26, 2026”
Jan 23
Meetings & Hearings

Council Reviews Maryland General Assembly Bills Jan. 26

The full Council meets at 12:30 p.m. for a state legislative update covering CCA pilot, voting methods, and stop-sign cameras.

MCCouncil-LIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Jan. 26, 2026”
Jan 23
Public Safety

OEMHS Winter Readiness Webpage Offers Storm Safety Tips

Montgomery County's Office of Emergency Management has published a winter readiness page with tips for staying safe in freezing weather.

Friedson· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Winter Storm Update: Safety Information, Resources, and Key Contacts”
Jan 23
Health & Human Services

Warming Shelters, Transit Aid Available During Winter Storm

Montgomery County will activate warming centers and may offer transportation to residents needing shelter during this weekend's storm.

Friedson· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Winter Storm Update: Safety Information, Resources, and Key Contacts”
Jan 23
Transportation

Snow Plowing Priorities, Timelines Set for Weekend Storm

County crews will clear major roads first; residents can track plowing via the Storm Operations Map at montgomerycountymd.gov/snow.

Friedson· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Winter Storm Update: Safety Information, Resources, and Key Contacts”
Jan 23
Public Safety

Winter Storm 2026: Downed Lines, Trees Reporting Guide

Residents can report downed power lines to Pepco and fallen trees blocking roads to MCDOT via 311 ahead of this weekend's storm.

Friedson· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Winter Storm Update: Safety Information, Resources, and Key Contacts”
Jan 23
Public Safety

County Warns Pet Owners: Outdoor Animals Unattended During Cold Violates Regulation

Under Executive Regulation 17-17, leaving pets outside unsupervised in extreme cold can result in fines or cruelty charges.

PIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Maryland PIO - Press Release for Spanish Update”
Jan 23
Health & Human Services

DHHS Outreach to Homeless Residents During Extreme Cold; Crisis Line Available

County DHHS staff and community partners will contact unsheltered residents; 24-hour crisis line 240-907-2688 is available.

DHHS· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Maryland PIO - Press Release for Spanish Update”
Jan 23
Environment

Poolesville Beauty Spot Recycling Center Closed Saturday, Jan. 24

The Poolesville Beauty Spot recycling drop-off will be closed Saturday, Jan. 24 due to weather-related preparations.

PIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Maryland PIO - Press Release for Spanish Update”
Jan 23
Transportation

Ride On Bus Service May Shift to Snow Schedule This Weekend

MCDOT says Ride On buses could move to 'Schedule S' due to forecast snow this weekend; passengers advised to check alerts.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Maryland PIO - Press Release for Spanish Update”
Jan 23
Public Services

County Libraries, Rec Centers Open as Cold-Weather Warming Sites

Montgomery County libraries, recreation centers, and senior centers are available as warming locations during regular hours.

Montgomery County· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “*CORRECTION* Montgomery County Issues Cold Emergency Alert Beginning at 3 p.m. o…”
Jan 23
Health & Human Services

Utility Shutoff Aid Available via OHEP During Cold Alert

Residents facing utility shutoffs may qualify for Maryland OHEP energy assistance; apply online or call 240-777-4450.

DHHS· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Issues Cold Emergency Alert Beginning at 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan…”
Jan 23
Public Safety

County Issues Cold Emergency Alert Through Jan. 28

Montgomery County's highest-level cold alert is in effect Jan. 23–28 as temperatures drop to single digits with near-zero wind chills.

OEMHS· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Issues Cold Emergency Alert Beginning at 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan…”
Jan 23
Transportation

WMATA Replaces Bus Shelters at Shady Grove East Metro Station

WMATA's bus shelter replacement at Shady Grove East is underway; Phase 2 now delayed to Feb. 2 due to construction setbacks.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Has Begun Bus Shelter Replacement…”
Jan 23
Finance

County Minimum Wage Requirement Now $18.15/Hour

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

Office of Procurement· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jan 23
Local Economy

Three Active LSBRP Solicitations Open for Local Businesses

Montgomery County has three active Local Small Business Reserve solicitations: aquatic apparel, veterinary services, and self-adhesive labels.

Office of Procurement· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jan 23
Local Economy

Procurement Open House on RFP Responses Set Feb. 18

The Office of Procurement hosts a free online open house on responding to RFPs on Feb. 18, 2026, 10–11 a.m. via Zoom.

Office of Procurement· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jan 23
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