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Environment

Spotted Lanternfly Nymphs Return; DEP Urges Pesticide-Free Control

Spotted Lanternfly nymphs are back in Montgomery County; DEP recommends squashing, vacuuming, or trapping over pesticides.

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

Capital Budget Funds New 4th District Police Station in Glenmont

Dedicated capital budget funding for a new Montgomery County 4th District Police Station in Glenmont was included in the FY27-32 Capital Improvements Program.

Fani-González· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council President Fani-González’s Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Ame…”
May 15
Education

MCPS Receives Record $143M Local Funding Increase in FY27

Montgomery County Public Schools will receive a $143 million, or 6.1%, increase in local operating funding under the approved FY27 budget.

Fani-González· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council President Fani-González’s Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Ame…”
May 15
Finance

New Progressive Income Tax Structure Approved for County

95% of Montgomery County wage earners will receive an income tax cut under a new progressive income tax structure approved in the FY27 budget.

Fani-González· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council President Fani-González’s Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Ame…”
May 15
Transportation

Red Line Single-Tracking Planned May 16-21, 26-28

WMATA Red Line trains will single-track at two segments on multiple dates in May 2026 for scheduled track maintenance.

MCDOT· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “May 2026 Red Line Track Maintenance Schedule”
May 15
Finance

Council Reconciles FY27 Budget, CIP on May 15

Montgomery County Council meets May 15 at 10 a.m. to wrap up and reconcile the FY27 operating budget and six-year capital improvements program.

MCCouncil· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on May 15 to Reconcile the Fiscal Year 2027 Oper…”
May 14
Finance

County Minimum Wage Rate Rising to $18.55 July 2026

Montgomery County's Wage Requirements Law rate rises from $18.15 to $18.55 per hour effective July 1, 2026.

Office of Procurement· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 14
Local Economy

Online Open House on Small Business Grants Set May 20

County Procurement hosts a Zoom open house on small business grants, loans, and capital access on May 20, 10–11 a.m.

Office of Procurement· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 14
Local Economy

County Solicits Vendors for Glass Replacement Services

Montgomery County has posted an informal solicitation (#1196572) for glass replacement and glazing services.

Office of Procurement· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 14
Local Economy

County Seeks Bids for Snow Removal at Parking Facilities

IFB #1187234 seeks contractors for snow removal at county parking facilities; pre-bid meeting May 28 via Teams.

Office of Procurement· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 14
Local Economy

Pre-Submission Conference Set for Security Systems RFP

A pre-submission conference for RFP #1167406, covering county physical security system lifecycle management, is May 18.

Office of Procurement· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 14
Local Economy

RFP Issued for County Graphic Arts Services

Amendment #1 issued for RFP #1192245 seeking graphic arts services under the Local Small Business Reserve Program.

Office of Procurement· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 14
Public Services

County Procurement Website Launches April 20

Montgomery County Office of Procurement launched a new website April 20, 2026; staff monitoring for access issues.

Office of Procurement· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 14
Other

Elrich Condemns Delegates' Racist Video Targeting Delegate Wu

County Executive Marc Elrich issued a statement condemning a video by Delegates Fisher and Chisholm mocking Delegate Chao Wu.

Elrich· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from County Executive Marc Elrich on the Racist Remarks by Maryland Ho…”
May 14
Parks & Recreation

Rockville Memorial Day Parade Set for May 25

Rockville's annual Memorial Day Parade steps off at 10:30 AM on May 25 at Rockville Town Center; SSL hours available for students.

Sayles· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “Join Team Sayles at the Memorial Day Parade!”
May 14
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery Recreation Summer Camps Spotlighted on Friday Radio Show

Montgomery County Department of Recreation's summer programs for youth and adults will be discussed on En Sintonía con el Concejo May 15.

MCCouncil· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Don’t Miss En Sintonía con el Concejo This Friday at 2 p.m. on Radio America, Fo…”
May 14
Public Safety

En Sintonía con el Concejo Airs Friday on Radio America

The weekly Spanish-language council show airs May 15 at 2 p.m. on WILC 900AM, focusing on Public Safety Appreciation Week and MCFRS.

MCCouncil· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Don’t Miss En Sintonía con el Concejo This Friday at 2 p.m. on Radio America, Fo…”
May 14
Transportation

Ride On Stop at Veirs Mill/Parkland Closes May 18 for Three Weeks

Bus Stop #14633 on Veirs Mill Rd at Parkland Dr closes May 18–June 6, 9 AM–4 PM daily, due to Washington Gas maintenance.

MCDOT· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Temporary Closure of Ride On Bus Stop at Veirs Mill Rd and Parkland Dr Starts Ma…”
May 14
Education

County Offers Reimbursement Up to $1,175 for CDA Credential

Montgomery County Child Care Support Services is reimbursing child care educators up to $1,175 in CDA prep, assessment, and renewal fees.

MCCCSS· May 14, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County Child Care Support Services — “CCSS Financial Support to Earn Your CDA”
May 14
Transportation

Washington Suburban Transit Commission Vacancy Open Through June 10

Montgomery County is accepting applications for the Washington Suburban Transit Commission through June 10, 2026.

Montgomery County· May 13, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - May 13, 2026”
May 13
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