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AAPI Heritage Month Celebration at Seneca Valley High School May 3

OCP and AAHI host the 5th annual AAPI Heritage Month celebration at Seneca Valley High School on May 3, 11AM–4PM.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Other

Seven County Boards Seeking Applicants Through May 2026

Seven county boards and commissions are accepting applications, with deadlines ranging from May 1 to open until filled.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Meetings & Hearings

Council Hearing May 5 on $100K Roadside Tree Appropriation

A May 5 public hearing will consider a $100,050 supplemental appropriation for roadside tree protection from the Street Tree Planting Fund.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Housing & Real Estate

Council Introduces ADU, Solar, and Police Hiring Bills

Council introduced three zoning text amendments and a police hiring bill during its April 21 and April 28 sessions.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Public Safety

Council Passes ICE Out Act, Unmask ICE Act, Vehicle Recovery Act

County Council took final action on three bills addressing immigration detention facilities, facial coverings, and vehicle towing.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Meetings & Hearings

ECON Committee Meets April 30 on Permitting, Small Business

The Economic Development Committee meets April 30 to discuss Department of Permitting Services, small business support, and incubator programs.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Housing & Real Estate

Germantown Sector Plan Open House Held April 29

Montgomery Planning holds a Germantown Sector Plan Amendment open house April 29, 6:30–8:30PM at the Upcounty Regional Services Center.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Public Safety

Public Safety Town Hall Set for Clarksburg May 4

Balcombe and MCPD host a public safety town hall at Rocky Hill Middle School on May 4, 7–8:30PM.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Transportation

18 Ride On Bus Routes Get New Schedules May 3

MCDOT adjusts schedules on 18 Ride On routes starting May 3, shifting trip times and running times to boost reliability.

MCDOT· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Ride On Bus Service Changes Coming on Sunday, May 3, to Improve Efficiency”
Apr 29
Public Safety

Silver Spring Crime Rates Show Recent Reduction, Data Shows

New data indicates a reduction in crime in Silver Spring, to be discussed at County Executive Elrich's April 29 media briefing.

PIO· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Apr 28
Local Economy

Freezing Temps Damage Crops on Agricultural Reserve Farms

Recent freezing temperatures have hurt farmers in Montgomery County's Agricultural Reserve, County Executive Elrich says.

PIO· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Apr 28
Health & Human Services

Point-In-Time Count Shows Drop in County Homelessness

Montgomery County's latest Point-In-Time Count reflects a significant decline in the number of unhoused residents, per DHHS.

DHHS· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Apr 28
Meetings & Hearings

County Executive Briefing: Homelessness Count, Freeze-Hit Farms

Elrich's April 29 briefing covers updated Point-In-Time homelessness data, freezing temps' impact on Agricultural Reserve farmers, and Silver Spring crime stats.

PIO· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Apr 28
Parks & Recreation

Glen Echo Park Launches Season with Art Walk, Carousel Day

Glen Echo Park opens its 2026 special events season with Art Walk in the Park on Friday evening and Carousel Day on Saturday, both free and open to the public.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Parks & Recreation

Bethesda Fine Arts Festival Returns May 9–10 in Woodmont Triangle

The Bethesda Fine Arts Festival features 120 artists, live entertainment, and local restaurants in Woodmont Triangle on May 9–10, 2026. Free admission.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Parks & Recreation

County Seeks Applicants for Recreation, Glen Echo Park Boards

Montgomery County is accepting applications for two volunteer boards: the County-wide Recreation and Parks Advisory Board and the Glen Echo Park Partnership Board.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Transportation

New Sidewalk Coming to Bells Mill Road Near Cabin John Middle School

Nearly a half-mile of new Safe Routes to School sidewalk will connect Buck Branch Park to Cabin John Middle School along Bells Mill Road.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Transportation

Red Line Shutdown: Bethesda to North Bethesda, July–September

Metro will fully close the Red Line between North Bethesda and Friendship Heights stations July 6–Sept. 6, 2026, with free shuttle buses replacing service.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Public Safety

MCPD Makes Arrests in East West Highway Street Takeover

Detectives arrested suspects in a February street takeover at East West Highway and Connecticut Ave that damaged two police cruisers.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Public Safety

Shooting at Wootton High School Reported in February

A shooting occurred at Wootton High School in February 2026, prompting county-wide school safety concerns.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
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