Raskin to Join County “United in Service” Webinar on May 7
U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin will join a May 7 webinar titled “How to Fight Back: Effectively Engaging in Federal Advocacy and Know Your Rights.” The event begins at 7 p.m.… Read More
Montgomery County Council
Council Wary of Increasing Taxes, Property or Income
After expressing a total lack of support for a property tax increase, County Councilmembers mulled over a proposed increase in the income tax rate during their work session Monday. After… Read More
County Council to Vote Tuesday on Overriding Housing Bill Veto
The Montgomery County Council will vote Tuesday to reenact a bill that looks to address the housing crisis by converting vacant office buildings throughout the county into homes. County Executive… Read More
Next Council’s ‘United in Service’ Webinar Set for April 23
Montgomery County Councilmember Natali Fani-González will host the next United in Service and Support virtual community meeting, joined by Judy Costello, director of economic development special projects in the Office… Read More
Council Adopts Measures To Increase Housing
On Tuesday, Montgomery County Council adopted innovations they hope will create more housing. Their actions both incentivize and speed up the process of converting vacant office buildings into housing. During… Read More
El Concejo Reafirma el Compromiso del Condado con la Diversidad, Equidad e Inclusión
Los miembros del Concejo del Condado de Montgomery votaron unánimemente el martes para apoyar una resolución que reafirma su compromiso con la diversidad, la equidad y la inclusión en lo… Read More
Council Votes To Enhance Enforcement of Housing, Safety Code Violations
Members of the Montgomery County Council unanimously agreed on Tuesday to put more teeth into the Office of Consumer Protection’s ability to enforce landlord tenant issues. By clarifying consumer goods… Read More
Council Reaffirms County Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Montgomery County councilmembers unanimously voted Tuesday to support a resolution affirming their commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion when it comes to housing. “We know here in Montgomery County, diversity… Read More
Women Celebrate Power of Mentorship For Future Generations
On Friday at the Silver Spring Civic Building, County Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles led the third annual Women’s History Event. The theme was Moving Forward Together: Women Educating and Inspiring Generations.… Read More
County Leaders to Hold Virtual Service and Support Information Session
Montgomery County leaders will host the fourth United in Service and Support virtual community meeting on Wednesday, April 2, at 7 p.m. via Zoom, according to a press release. The… Read More
Gender Pay Gap Closed For Women Employed by the County
Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass celebrated national Equal Pay Day by declaring, “Montgomery County has eliminated the gender pay gap for all new county employees.” Councilmembers issued a proclamation Tuesday… Read More
County Solid Waste Charges Could Increase In July
Montgomery County Councilmembers on Tuesday introduced a resolution to increase solid waste service charges. In County Executive Marc Elrich’s proposed Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget, he recommended increasing the solid… Read More