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Health & Human Services

Free Online Caregiver Communication Class Starts Aug. 7

Montgomery County's Trualta platform offers a free 3-week communication skills class for caregivers, beginning Friday, Aug. 7 at 1 p.m.

DHHS· Jul 31, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “August Caregiver newsletter”
Jul 31
Local Economy

County Expands Contracting Access for Women- and Veteran-Owned Firms

Montgomery County announces expanded contracting opportunities targeting women-owned and veteran-owned businesses.

Procurement· Jul 31, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jul 31
Public Services

Procurement Office Relocates to Courthouse Square, Rockville

Montgomery County's Office of Procurement has moved to 27 Courthouse Square, Suite 330, Rockville, MD 20850.

Procurement· Jul 31, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jul 31
Finance

County Minimum Wage Rate Set at $18.55 for 2026–27

Montgomery County's Wage Requirements Law rate rises to $18.55 per hour effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.

Procurement· Jul 31, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jul 31
Local Economy

Procurement Office Hosts Online Open House August 19

Montgomery County Office of Procurement holds a free online open house via Zoom on August 19, 2026, from 10–11 a.m.

Procurement· Jul 31, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jul 31
Local Economy

County Opens EMS Cost Reporting Services Solicitation

Montgomery County is seeking bids for Emergency Medical Services Supplemental Payment Program cost reporting services via informal solicitation 1199936.

Procurement· Jul 31, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jul 31
Transportation

Council Hears Public Testimony on New Hampshire Ave. BRT Study Sept. 22

The Council will take public testimony on the New Hampshire Avenue Bus Rapid Transit facility planning study and alternatives review on Sept. 22.

MCCouncil· Jul 31, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Sept. 15 and 22, 2026”
Jul 31
Meetings & Hearings

Council Hearing on Zoning Change for Benefit Performances Sept. 15

ZTA 26-11 would remove neighborhood consent requirements for Benefit Performances and require notification to public safety agencies.

MCCouncil· Jul 31, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Sept. 15 and 22, 2026”
Jul 31
Meetings & Hearings

Council Hearing on Housing Discrimination, Lease Termination Bill Sept. 15

Bill 38-26 would ban housing discrimination based on immigration status and allow landlords to permit early residential lease terminations.

MCCouncil· Jul 31, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Sept. 15 and 22, 2026”
Jul 31
Meetings & Hearings

Council Hearing on Cable, Community Media Requirements Sept. 15

Bill 33-26 would require community media organizations contracting with the County to adopt racial equity statements and board diversity standards.

MCCouncil· Jul 31, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Sept. 15 and 22, 2026”
Jul 31
Health & Human Services

DHHS Black Diaspora Health Survey Open Through August 31

Montgomery County DHHS is collecting a State of Black Health survey through August 31, available in five languages.

DHHS· Jul 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Data centers, waste management, and upcoming events”
Jul 30
Health & Human Services

Trans Maryland Relaunches Policy Meetings, Hosts August 15 Document Clinic

Trans Maryland relaunched biweekly virtual policy meetings July 29 and is hosting a free document assistance clinic on August 15 at MoCo Pride Center.

Stewart· Jul 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Data centers, waste management, and upcoming events”
Jul 30
Parks & Recreation

4th Annual Buckets & Beats Youth Block Party Set for September 18 in Silver Spring

The 4th Annual Buckets & Beats Block Party returns September 18 at Veterans Plaza in Downtown Silver Spring with basketball, arts, and a live DJ.

Stewart· Jul 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Data centers, waste management, and upcoming events”
Jul 30
Public Safety

National Night Out Events Set for August 4 in District 4

Five National Night Out community events are scheduled across District 4 on August 4, featuring first responder engagement, food, and activities.

Stewart· Jul 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Data centers, waste management, and upcoming events”
Jul 30
Meetings & Hearings

Council Returns from Recess September 15 for Next Session

Montgomery County Council's next legislative session is scheduled for September 15, 2026, following the annual August recess.

Stewart· Jul 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Data centers, waste management, and upcoming events”
Jul 30
Environment

County Council Discusses Future of Waste Management, Disposal

The Montgomery County Council held a discussion on the future of waste management and disposal at its July 28 session.

Stewart· Jul 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Data centers, waste management, and upcoming events”
Jul 30
Housing & Real Estate

Council Passes 18-Month Data Center Building Permit Moratorium

Montgomery County Council voted to pause issuance of building permits for data centers for 18 months under Bill 19-26.

Stewart· Jul 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Data centers, waste management, and upcoming events”
Jul 30
Health & Human Services

Rec Assist Financial Aid Program Accepting Applications

Montgomery County's Rec Assist program offers eligible residents $400 per family member toward recreation program costs; applications remain open.

Montgomery County Recreation· Jul 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “La inscripción para los programas de otoño del Departamento de Recreación del Co…”
Jul 30
Parks & Recreation

Fall Recreation Program Enrollment Opens Aug. 11

Montgomery County Recreation's fall program registration begins Aug. 11 at 6:30 a.m. for most programs; seniors register at 9 a.m. same day.

Montgomery County Recreation· Jul 30, 2026· 2 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “La inscripción para los programas de otoño del Departamento de Recreación del Co…”
Jul 30
Parks & Recreation

Salvadoran American Festival at Montgomery College Rockville Aug. 2

Annual Salvadoran American Festival returns to Montgomery College Rockville Campus on Sunday, Aug. 2, featuring music, dance, and food.

MCCouncil· Jul 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Building Safer Communities: Summer Crime Prevention and National Night Out will …”
Jul 30
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