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Elections

Council At-Large Candidate Forum Set for May 16 in Rockville

National Pan Hellenic Council hosts free in-person forum for 14 county council at-large candidates on May 16 in Rockville.

CFW· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Your Wallet Wants a Wellness Day”
May 15
Health & Human Services

Free Divorce and Family Law Class Scheduled for June 3

Family law attorneys will cover Maryland separation, divorce, alimony, and property law in a free online class June 3.

CFW· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Your Wallet Wants a Wellness Day”
May 15
Health & Human Services

Free Financial Wellness Seminars Cover Retirement, Divorce Topics

Commission for Women and MCPL offer free Tuesday Zoom seminars on retirement planning, federal service exit, and divorce finances.

CFW· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Your Wallet Wants a Wellness Day”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Free Women's Self-Defense Classes Start May 18 in Potomac

Free two-hour introductory self-defense sessions for women 13+ begin May 18 at Potomac Community Recreation Center.

CFW· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Your Wallet Wants a Wellness Day”
May 15
Finance

Friedson Opposes FY27 Budget Over Tax Increases

Councilmember Friedson withheld support for the FY27 operating budget, citing tax increases and a projected ~$293M structural deficit.

Friedson· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Councilmember Andrew Friedson’s Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Amend…”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Bowie Mill Bikeway, Johnson's Local Park Funded in Capital Plan

The FY27-32 Capital Improvements Program includes funding for the Bowie Mill Bikeway and Johnson's Local Park improvements.

Luedtke· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Councilmember Luedtke's Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Amendmen…”
May 15
Education

MCPS County Contribution Rises 4.6% in FY27 Budget

The FY27 budget increases the county's tax-supported contribution to MCPS by 4.6% without significant one-time funds.

Luedtke· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Councilmember Luedtke's Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Amendmen…”
May 15
Health & Human Services

FY27 Budget Boosts Montgomery Cares, Homelessness Prevention Funding

The FY27 budget expands Montgomery Cares coverage for uninsured residents and maintains homelessness prevention and disability services funding.

Luedtke· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Councilmember Luedtke's Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Amendmen…”
May 15
Public Safety

FY27 Budget Funds Emergency Call Center Staffing Expansion

The FY27 budget includes resources to hire additional Emergency Call Center operators to fully staff 9-1-1 services and reduce response times.

Luedtke· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Councilmember Luedtke's Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Amendmen…”
May 15
Education

Shady Grove West Library Funded in FY27-32 Capital Plan

The FY27-32 Capital Improvements Program includes funding for the new Shady Grove West Library.

Luedtke· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Councilmember Luedtke's Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Amendmen…”
May 15
Education

FY27 Budget Includes Damascus High School Major Renovation

The FY27-32 Capital Improvements Program includes a major renovation of Damascus High School.

Luedtke· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Councilmember Luedtke's Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Amendmen…”
May 15
Finance

Council Reaches Preliminary FY27 Budget Agreement, Final Vote May 21

Montgomery County Council reached a preliminary agreement on the FY27 operating and capital budgets May 15; final vote scheduled for May 21.

Luedtke· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Councilmember Luedtke's Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Amendmen…”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Party in the Park at Wheaton Regional Park June 6

Wheaton Regional Park hosts Party in the Park on June 6, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

MCFSN· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. II”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Play Day in the Park at Black Hill Discovery Center June 5

Black Hill Discovery Center hosts Play Day in the Park on June 5, 2026, from 11 a.m. to noon.

MCFSN· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. II”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Turtle Talk at Brookside Nature Center May 30

Brookside Nature Center hosts a Turtle Talk program on May 30, 2026, from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m.

MCFSN· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. II”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Gaithersburg Book Festival Free to Public May 16

The Gaithersburg Book Festival runs May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is free to attend.

MCFSN· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. II”
May 15
Health & Human Services

MCITP Family Learning Session: Early Intervention Transition at Age 3

MCITP's Family Learning Series covers options for children approaching age 3, including Extended IFSP and preschool services transition.

MCFSN· May 15, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. II”
May 15
Environment

Virtual 'Ask an EV Owner' Session Scheduled for June 3

Residents can ask electric vehicle owners questions in a free virtual session on June 3, 7:30–8:30 p.m.

DEP· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: My Green Montgomery — “Lanternflies, Drought Hacks, and Food Scraps: Your Smarter-Home Survival Guide”
May 15
Meetings & Hearings

Climate, Energy & Air Quality Advisory Committee Meets Virtually June 3

The Climate, Energy & Air Quality Advisory Committee holds a virtual meeting June 3, 7–9 p.m.

DEP· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: My Green Montgomery — “Lanternflies, Drought Hacks, and Food Scraps: Your Smarter-Home Survival Guide”
May 15
Public Services

Residential Permitting Open House Held May 20 for Building Safety Month

A Building Safety Month open house on residential permitting is scheduled for May 20, 4:30–8 p.m.

DEP· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: My Green Montgomery — “Lanternflies, Drought Hacks, and Food Scraps: Your Smarter-Home Survival Guide”
May 15
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