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Housing & Real Estate

Council July 14 Hearing: University Boulevard Corridor Rezoning SMA H-161

Council will hear testimony July 14 on a comprehensive rezoning of the University Boulevard Corridor per the 2025 Corridor Plan.

MCCouncil· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on June 9, June 16 and July 21…”
May 15
Housing & Real Estate

Council Hearing June 16: Data Center Building Permit Moratorium Bill

Expedited Bill 24-26 would temporarily halt issuance of county building permits for new data centers.

MCCouncil· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on June 9, June 16 and July 21…”
May 15
Transportation

Council Hearing June 16: Speed Cameras in School Zones, Bill 17-26

Bill 17-26 would authorize speed monitoring systems in certain county school zones and on select highways.

MCCouncil· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on June 9, June 16 and July 21…”
May 15
Health & Human Services

Council Hearing June 16: Financial Exploitation Protection Act Bill 16-26

Expedited Bill 16-26 would bar deceptive practices targeting vulnerable adults and residents 68+ under county consumer protection law.

MCCouncil· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on June 9, June 16 and July 21…”
May 15
Housing & Real Estate

Council Hearing June 16: Habitat for Humanity Property Tax Credit Bill

Bill 15-26 would create a county property tax credit for Habitat for Humanity-owned rehabilitation properties awaiting transfer.

MCCouncil· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on June 9, June 16 and July 21…”
May 15
Public Safety

Council Hearing June 9: Ghost Gun, Firearms Bill 23-26

Expedited Bill 23-26 would restrict ghost gun sales to minors and amend rules on carrying firearms near public assembly places.

MCCouncil· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on June 9, June 16 and July 21…”
May 15
Finance

Council Hearing: MCPS Capital Budget Supplemental Appropriations

Council holds June 9 hearing on three MCPS supplemental appropriations totaling ~$5.3M for facilities, sustainability, and technology.

MCCouncil· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on June 9, June 16 and July 21…”
May 15
Finance

Council Reaches Preliminary FY27 Budget Agreement

Montgomery County Council reached a preliminary agreement on the $7.9B FY27 Operating Budget and FY27-32 Capital Improvements Program on May 15.

Glass· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “Councilmember Glass' Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Amendments …”
May 15
Finance

Elrich Criticizes Council's FY27 Budget Straw Vote

County Executive Elrich says Council's $140M property tax hike via ITOC elimination is regressive and relies on one-time budget maneuvers.

Elrich· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from County Executive Marc Elrich on the County Council Straw Vote on …”
May 15
Education

Governor Moore Announces Grants for Alternative Teacher Certification

New state grants support the ACET program helping degree-holders and displaced federal employees transition into teaching careers.

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

WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Workers Career Resource Hub

WorkSource Montgomery's new Resource Hub offers job search, unemployment, and legal guidance for displaced federal workers.

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

Acoustics and Ales Live Music Event May 21 in Silver Spring

Montgomery Parks hosts live music, craft beer, and food trucks at Flower Avenue Urban Park on May 21, 5–7:30 p.m.

CFW· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Your Wallet Wants a Wellness Day”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Gaithersburg Book Festival Returns May 16 at Bohrer Park

The free Gaithersburg Book Festival runs 10 a.m.–6 p.m. May 16 at Bohrer Park with author talks, workshops, and shuttle service.

CFW· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Your Wallet Wants a Wellness Day”
May 15
Education

MCPS Graduations Begin May 28 at UMBC

All MCPS high school graduation ceremonies will be held at UMBC starting May 28; livestream available on MCPS YouTube.

CFW· May 15, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Your Wallet Wants a Wellness Day”
May 15
Elections

2026 Primary Voter Registration Deadline Is June 2

Montgomery County voter registration for the June 23, 2026 primary closes June 2 at 5 p.m.; early voting runs June 11–18.

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