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Walter Johnson High School Teacher Arrested for Exploiting Teens

A teacher at Walter Johnson High School was arrested on charges related to exploitation of teenage girls.

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

Arson, Threatening Graffiti Reported at Bradley Hills Elementary

Arson and graffiti referencing a school massacre were reported at Bradley Hills Elementary School in Montgomery County.

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

Friedson Requests Sworn Police Return to All High Schools

Councilmember Friedson formally asked county leaders to develop a plan restoring permanently assigned police officers in all MoCo high schools.

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

Council Unanimously Passes Unmask ICE Act

Bill 5-26 bars masked, unidentified law enforcement officers on duty in Montgomery County, with limited exceptions.

Jawando· Apr 28, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “Montgomery County Council Unanimously Passes Amended Unmask ICE Act”
Apr 28
Other

ABS April 2026 Sales Promotion Runs Through Month-End

Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services is running a sales promotion from April 1–30, 2026, while supplies last.

ABS· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “What's in Store - ABS (Alcohol Beverage Services)”
Apr 28
Education

Early Childhood Virtual Session: Sensory Play Today

Montgomery County Early Childhood Services hosts a virtual Sensory Play session for parents and caregivers on April 28, 2026.

MCFIC· Apr 28, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: Today-Join Us for Sensory Play!/ HOY- ¡Acompáñanos en el juego sensorial!”
Apr 28
Finance

Office of People's Counsel Proposed for Funding After 16-Year Gap

FY27 budget proposes $202,445 for the Office of the People's Counsel, which has not received county funding since FY10.

MCCouncil· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 29, 2026”
Apr 28
Meetings & Hearings

PHP Committee Reviews HOC, Zoning, People's Counsel FY27 Budgets

The Planning, Housing and Parks Committee meets April 29 at 1:30 p.m. to review FY27 budgets for housing, zoning, and appeals offices.

MCCouncil· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 29, 2026”
Apr 28
Public Safety

County, Volunteer Fire Rescue Association FY27 MOA Under Council Review

PS Committee reviews a three-year MOA between Montgomery County and the Volunteer Fire Rescue Association, covering FY27–FY29.

MCCouncil· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 29, 2026”
Apr 28
Public Safety

OEMHS Budget Up 30% to Replace Alert Montgomery, Grant-Funded Items

FY27 OEMHS budget proposed at $7.4M, up 30%, including $800K to replace the Everbridge/Alert Montgomery alert system previously grant-funded.

MCCouncil· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 29, 2026”
Apr 28
Meetings & Hearings

PS Committee Reviews OEMHS, Fire Rescue, Consumer Protection Budgets

The Public Safety Committee meets April 29 at 1:30 p.m. to review FY27 budgets for OEMHS, MCFRS, and the Office of Consumer Protection.

MCCouncil· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 29, 2026”
Apr 28
Finance

FY27 Working Families Income Supplement Budget Rises 15.4%

GO Committee reviews a $36.1M FY27 Working Families Income Supplement budget, up $4.8M; Council President proposes eliminating it for progressive tax.

MCCouncil· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 29, 2026”
Apr 28
Finance

GO Committee to Review Income Tax Rate Increase to 3.3%

County Executive proposes raising Montgomery County's income tax rate from 3.2% to 3.3%, the first change since FY04.

MCCouncil· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 29, 2026”
Apr 28
Finance

County Proposes $1.0885 Property Tax Rate, Flat ITOC for FY27

County Executive proposes a weighted real property tax rate of $1.0885 per $100 assessed value, a 6.3-cent increase, with ITOC held at $692.

MCCouncil· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 29, 2026”
Apr 28
Meetings & Hearings

GO Committee Reviews County Attorney, Finance Budgets April 29

The GO Committee meets April 29 at 9:30 a.m. to review FY27 budgets for the County Attorney, Finance, Risk Management, Debt Service, and more.

MCCouncil· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on April 29, 2026”
Apr 28
Public Services

Council Passes Vehicle Recovery Act for Detained Owners

Montgomery County Council unanimously passed expedited legislation allowing family members to reclaim impounded vehicles of ICE-detained individuals.

Stewart· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Council Passes the Vehicle Recovery Act”
Apr 28
Public Safety

Glass Bill Tightens MCPD Hiring Screening for Ex-ICE Participants

Councilmember Glass introduced legislation requiring enhanced background checks for MCPD applicants who participated in federal immigration enforcement after Jan. 21, 2025.

Glass· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “Councilmember Evan Glass Introduces Continued Excellence in Public Service Act”
Apr 28
Housing & Real Estate

Free Virtual Fair Housing Seminar Set for April 30

Montgomery County Office of Human Rights hosts a free 3-hour virtual seminar for housing professionals on fair housing laws and protections.

OHR· Apr 28, 2026· 2 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County to Host a Free Virtual Fair Housing Seminar on Thursday, April…”
Apr 28
Public Safety

Friedson Urges Permanent Officers at Every MCPS High School

Councilmember Friedson formally requested MCPD and MCPS develop a strategy for a permanent on-site officer at every public high school.

Friedson· Apr 27, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Keeping Our Schools Safe”
Apr 27
Public Safety

Administrative Charging Committee Vacancy Open for Applications

Montgomery County is accepting applications for the Administrative Charging Committee through May 25, 2026.

Montgomery County MD· Apr 27, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - April 27, 2026”
Apr 27
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