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Environment

DHCD-Funded HEECAP Home Retrofit Grant Opens, $500K Available

A separate DHCD-funded HEECAP grant of up to $500K is open for nonprofits to retrofit income-eligible homes; deadline is April 15, 2026.

OGM· Mar 11, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Grant Opportunities Special Newsletter - 2 New Programs!”
Mar 11
Environment

DEP Opens $1M HEECAP Home Retrofit Grant for Nonprofits

Montgomery County's DEP/OGM seeks nonprofit applicants to retrofit income-eligible homes for energy efficiency and electrification; up to $1M available.

OGM· Mar 11, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Grant Opportunities Special Newsletter - 2 New Programs!”
Mar 11
Finance

Elrich to Present FY2027 Budget March 13 in Rockville

County Executive Marc Elrich will unveil his recommended FY2027 operating budget at Richard Montgomery High School on March 13 at 4 p.m.

Montgomery County PIO· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich to Present His Recommended Fiscal Year 2…”
Mar 11
Meetings & Hearings

HHS Committee Reviews $32M+ Shelter, Housing CIP Projects

HHS Committee meets March 12 at 2:30 p.m. to review Affordable Living Quarters, Diversion Center, and Non-Congregate Shelter Space CIP projects.

Montgomery County Council· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on March 12, 2026”
Mar 11
Meetings & Hearings

Joint EC-HHS Committee Reviews DHHS Education CIP Projects

Joint EC and HHS Committee meets March 12 at 1:30 p.m. to review education-related projects in the FY2027-2032 DHHS Capital Improvements Program.

Montgomery County Council· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on March 12, 2026”
Mar 11
Public Safety

51st Annual Public Safety Awards Breakfast Set for March 13

County, state, and federal officials gather at Strathmore to honor public safety personnel for acts of valor over the past year.

PIO· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Rep. Jamie Raskin, Rep. April McClain Delaney, and Lt. Governor Aruna Miller to …”
Mar 11
Housing & Real Estate

Bill 8-26 Targets Algorithmic Rent Price-Fixing in County

A public hearing was held on Bill 8-26, which would ban AI-driven rent-setting software used by landlords to coordinate higher rents.

Jawando· Mar 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “Public Hearing Held on Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando’s Anti-Algor…”
Mar 11
Health & Human Services

Cohen Military Family Clinic Offers Free Vet Mental Health Care

The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals provides in-person and telehealth mental health services to veterans and their families.

Stewart· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Women's history month, vehicle recovery act, mental h…”
Mar 11
Health & Human Services

Takoma Park Opioid Summit Set for March 21

OEMHS and Takoma Park host an Opioid Summit on March 21, 2026, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Takoma Park Community Center.

Stewart· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Women's history month, vehicle recovery act, mental h…”
Mar 11
Health & Human Services

Youth Mental Health Convening Recap Report Released

Stewart's second Mental Health Convening brought together youth, providers, and community partners; a summary report and video recap are now available.

Stewart· Mar 11, 2026· 3 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Women's history month, vehicle recovery act, mental h…”
Mar 11
Meetings & Hearings

Bill 14-26 Would Ease Impound Release for Detained Immigrants' Families

Expedited Bill 14-26 would let trusted individuals reclaim impounded vehicles when the owner is detained by federal immigration authorities.

Stewart· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Women's history month, vehicle recovery act, mental h…”
Mar 11
Other

County Council Passes CEDAW Support Resolution

Montgomery County Council adopted a resolution backing UN Convention on Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women principles.

Stewart· Mar 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Women's history month, vehicle recovery act, mental h…”
Mar 11
Parks & Recreation

Greenfest 2026 Scheduled for April 25 in Montgomery County

Montgomery County's Greenfest 2026 will be held April 25, 11 AM–4 PM, featuring environmental and sustainability activities.

DEP· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News March 2026”
Mar 11
Environment

Maryland Climate Tech+ 2026 Conference Set for March 19

The Maryland Climate Tech+ 2026 conference runs 9 AM–5 PM on March 19, hosted by the Montgomery County Green Bank.

DEP· Mar 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News March 2026”
Mar 11
Environment

Green Bank Hosts Clean Energy & Community Resources Day March 11

Montgomery County Green Bank holds a Clean Energy & Community Resources Day event from 5–7 PM on March 11, 2026.

DEP· Mar 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News March 2026”
Mar 11
Finance

Business Energy Investment Tax Credit for Solar, Wind Ends 2027

The federal Business Energy Investment Tax Credit for commercial-scale solar and wind terminates for facilities placed in service after Dec. 31, 2027.

DEP· Mar 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News March 2026”
Mar 11
Finance

Federal 179D Commercial Buildings Tax Deduction Ending June 2026

The 179D energy efficient commercial buildings deduction will be terminated for projects beginning construction after June 30, 2026.

DEP· Mar 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News March 2026”
Mar 11
Environment

Maryland Ground Source Heat Pump Pilot Program Closes March 15

MEA's Ground Source Heat Pump Advantage Pilot offers per-unit incentives to builders of qualifying new residential construction; deadline March 15.

DEP· Mar 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News March 2026”
Mar 11
Finance

FY26 Nonprofit Strategic Planning Grant Deadline Is March 11

Montgomery County's Office of Grants Management closes FY26 Nonprofit Strategic Planning Grant applications at 5 PM today, March 11.

DEP· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News March 2026”
Mar 11
Environment

Maryland Clean Buildings Hub Webinar: Idea to Implementation March 26

Maryland Clean Buildings Hub and MCEC host a March 26 webinar on funding, procurement, and project management for building upgrades.

DEP· Mar 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News March 2026”
Mar 11
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