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Health & Human Services

MCITP Hosts Free Toddler Sleep Workshop March 11

Family Support Network offers a virtual session on toddler sleep challenges and bedtime routines on March 11, 2026, 7–8:30 p.m.

DHHS· Mar 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP Parent Education & Training: Beyond the Bedtime Battles | Understandin…”
Mar 10
Local Economy

ZTA 26-05 Would Fast-Track Permits for 200-Job Projects

Council President Fani-González introduced a zoning text amendment to expedite development approvals for major employers and strategic industries.

Fani-González· Mar 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council President Fani-González Introduces New Initiative to Boost Job Growth an…”
Mar 10
Education

EquiCare Grant for Infant, Toddler Care Opens Soon

Montgomery County's EquiCare Grant, now in its third year, will soon open applications to expand infant and toddler child care access.

Montgomery County MD· Mar 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Exciting News: Montgomery County’s EquiCare Grant is Opening Soon!”
Mar 10
Other

Community Action Board Seeks New Members, Deadline April 6

Montgomery County is accepting applications for a vacancy on the Community Action Board through April 6, 2026.

Montgomery County· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - March 9, 2026”
Mar 9
Parks & Recreation

First-Ever Taste of Burtonsville Event Scheduled for April 25

The inaugural Taste of Burtonsville food event is set for April 25 at Marilyn J. Praisner Community Recreation Center; restaurant and registration details forthcoming.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Parks & Recreation

East County Youth Block Party Set for April 15

Free community block party for middle and high school students at East County Community Recreation Center on April 15 features basketball, futsal, and CPR training.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Local Economy

Career Fair for Federal Workers and Job Seekers Slated March 25

Montgomery County hosts a quarterly career and resource fair for federal workers and job seekers at Silver Spring Civic Center on March 25.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Education

White Oak Library Hosts Women Magicians History Program March 24

Magician Mike Rose presents a free Women's History Month program on female magicians at White Oak Library on March 24; seating is limited.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Parks & Recreation

St. Patrick's Day Outdoor Happy Hour at North Four Corners Park

Montgomery Parks hosts a free St. Patrick's Day outdoor event with live music, craft brews, and food trucks at North Four Corners Local Park on March 14.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Health & Human Services

Kingdom Cares East County Hub Offers Monthly Food Distribution

Kingdom Cares' East County Hub provides ongoing food distribution at multiple East County locations; schedule available online.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Finance

County Executive to Transmit FY Budget by March 13

The County Executive will submit his operating budget by March 13, opening the Council's review and amendment process ahead of a May approval vote.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Local Economy

East County Retail and Customer Service Hiring Event March 18

WorkSource Montgomery and the East County Regional Services Center host a retail and customer service hiring event on March 18 in Silver Spring.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Meetings & Hearings

Councilmember Evans Hosts East County Listening Session March 12

Newly appointed Councilmember Shebra Evans holds a listening session for East County residents at White Oak Community Recreation Center on March 12.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Local Economy

UL Research Institutes Plans 250-Job White Oak Campus

UL Research Institutes announced plans to relocate fire safety research facilities to a new campus off Cherry Hill Rd. in White Oak, bringing 250 jobs.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Housing & Real Estate

Costco Signs as First Tenant at Viva White Oak

MCB Realty announced Costco as the anchor tenant for the 280-acre Viva White Oak development after the Council created a TIF district in late February.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Health & Human Services

OLO Report Flags Racial Gaps in Maternal Health

HHS Committee reviewed a Feb. 19 OLO report showing Black women in Montgomery County face highest rates of maternal morbidity and infant death.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Housing & Real Estate

Bill 9-26 Hearing: Air Conditioning as Rental Housing Requirement

Bill 9-26 would add air conditioning to Montgomery County's rental housing maintenance standards and essential services.

MCCouncil· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on March 10 to Conduct 11 Public Hearings and Re…”
Mar 9
Housing & Real Estate

Bill Introduced to Ban Algorithmic Rent-Setting by Landlords

Bill 8-26 would prohibit landlords in Montgomery County from using price coordination or algorithmic tools to set rents.

MCCouncil· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on March 10 to Conduct 11 Public Hearings and Re…”
Mar 9
Finance

Council to Vote on $12M MCPS Employee Benefits Shortfall Fix

A $12M supplemental appropriation would shore up MCPS's Employee Benefit Plan amid rising enrollment and claims expenses.

MCCouncil· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on March 10 to Conduct 11 Public Hearings and Re…”
Mar 9
Education

MCPS to Receive $776K State Literacy Grant for Middle Schoolers

A $776,033 state grant under the Read and Lead Maryland initiative would boost literacy at high-needs MCPS middle schools.

MCCouncil· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on March 10 to Conduct 11 Public Hearings and Re…”
Mar 9
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