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Parks & Recreation

Free Family Ice Skating at White Oak Rec Center February 6

The Department of Recreation hosts a free, all-ages family ice skating event at White Oak Rec Center on February 6 from 5–8 p.m.

Mink· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “February Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Feb 4
Health & Human Services

East County Hub Offers Monthly Food Distribution at Multiple Sites

Kingdom Cares' East County Hub provides fresh food distribution at various locations throughout the month across East County.

Mink· Feb 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “February Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Feb 4
Transportation

New Zero-Fare Ride On Flex Zone 918 Launches in East County

A new on-demand, zero-fare Ride On Flex zone now serves Ednor, Sandy Spring, Norwood, Cloverly, and New Hampshire Ave corridor.

Mink· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “February Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Feb 4
Local Economy

East County Healthcare Jobs Fair Set for February 11

A healthcare-focused jobs fair runs February 11 from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at the East County Regional Services Center in Silver Spring.

Mink· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “February Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Feb 4
Housing & Real Estate

Council Committee OKs Amendments to Viva White Oak TIF Plan

A joint committee approved two amendments to the Viva White Oak Tax Increment Financing plan on January 28.

Mink· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “February Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Feb 4
Health & Human Services

Mink Hosts ICE-Impact Webinar for 800+ Parents and Educators

A January 20 webinar organized by Mink and MoCo IRC drew over 800 residents to discuss supporting families affected by ICE.

Mink· Feb 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “February Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Feb 4
Education

Education Committee Faults MCPS for Lagging Anti-Racist Action Plan Progress

Council's Education and Culture Committee found MCPS has not maintained a public accountability tracker for its Anti-Racist Action Plan.

Mink· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “February Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Feb 4
Transportation

Council Grills MCDOT on Post-Snowstorm Sidewalk Clearance Failures

Council briefing revealed MCDOT does not coordinate snow removal with MCPS bus and walking routes.

Mink· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “February Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Feb 4
Meetings & Hearings

County Values Act, Unmask ICE Act Hearings Set for March 3

Two bills limiting ICE enforcement at County facilities and requiring unmasked agents face public hearings March 3.

Mink· Feb 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “February Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Feb 4
Finance

County Council Holds Bond Limits, Complicating Capital Budget

County Council voted Tuesday to keep general obligation bond limits at their current ceiling, which Elrich says will delay capital improvement projects.

Elrich· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Feb 4
Transportation

Elrich Briefing: Snow Removal Challenges Across County Roads

County Executive Elrich and MCDOT highway chief discuss ongoing snow and ice removal from roads and sidewalks at Feb. 4 briefing.

Elrich· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Feb 4
Education

ECE Facility Loan Applications Due February 15

Montgomery County's Early Care and Education Facility Loan Program accepts applications for forgivable and 0% interest loans through Feb. 15, 2026.

MCCCSS· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Child Care Support Services — “⚠️Reminder: ECE Facility Loan Deadline is February 15”
Feb 4
Transportation

Decorated Flash BRT Buses Mark Valentine's Day in February

Five Flash BRT buses on US 29 are decorated with neon heart lights through Feb. 28, with a weekly $35 gift card giveaway.

MCDOT· Feb 3, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Autobuses Flash decorados celebran el Día de San Valentín durante todo el mes de…”
Feb 3
Transportation

Flash BRT Network Expansion Planned, Howard County Extension Due Fall 2026

MCDOT plans seven new Flash BRT corridors; a U.S. 29 extension to Howard County is expected to open fall 2026.

MCDOT· Feb 3, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Decorated Flash Buses Celebrate Valentine’s Day Throughout February”
Feb 3
Local Economy

ABS February 2026 Sale Promotion Runs All Month

Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services is running a sale promotion throughout February 2026, while supplies last.

ABS· Feb 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “What's in Store - ABS (Alcohol Beverage Services)”
Feb 3
Public Services

Sign Up for Rec Alerts for MoCoRec Weather Closures

Residents can sign up for Alert Montgomery to receive real-time MoCoRec closure and delay notifications by text, email, or phone.

MCRecreation· Feb 3, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “February Fitness, Fun and Friends with MoCoRec”
Feb 3
Meetings & Hearings

Sports Advisory Committee Meets Feb. 19 in North Potomac

MoCoRec's Sports Advisory Committee meets Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, from 6–8 p.m. at the North Potomac CRC.

MCRecreation· Feb 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “February Fitness, Fun and Friends with MoCoRec”
Feb 3
Meetings & Hearings

Countywide Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Meets Feb. 9

The Countywide Recreation and Parks Advisory Board meets Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, from 6:30–8 p.m. in Wheaton.

MCRecreation· Feb 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “February Fitness, Fun and Friends with MoCoRec”
Feb 3
Local Economy

MoCoRec Hiring Lifeguards and Swim Instructors

Montgomery County Recreation is recruiting lifeguards and swim instructors for its aquatics team; applications open online.

MCRecreation· Feb 3, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “February Fitness, Fun and Friends with MoCoRec”
Feb 3
Parks & Recreation

Youth Flag Football Registration Open Through March 15

MoCoRec NFL Flag Football for ages 6-14 is open for spring registration at three locations; cost is $60, deadline March 15.

MCRecreation· Feb 3, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “February Fitness, Fun and Friends with MoCoRec”
Feb 3
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