Wishing all those who celebrate Eid al-Adha health, peace and prosperity. May your celebrations be filled with love and happiness. #EidAlAdha

The Council wishes you and your loved ones a meaningful and restful Memorial Day weekend. We are eternally grateful to our fallen heroes of the U.S. Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. For information on Montgomery County’s fallen heroes visit: buff.ly/4aXg3Hg.

The Council is seeking applicants to serve on the Board of Investment Trustees for the Montgomery County Employee Retirement Plans & the Board of Trustees for the Consolidated Retiree Health Benefits Trust. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 22. More: buff.ly/WzDcL0E

The Council took a final vote today to pass the $7.9 billion operating budget and $6.3 billion six-year capital budget. Council President Natali Fani-González shares key highlights in her budget recap message. 📲Watch here: buff.ly/2BsL38O

Council President Fani-González made the following statement on the FY27 Operating Budget, FY27 Capital Budget & FY27-32 CIP after the Council reached its preliminary agreement today. The final vote on the budget resolutions is on May 21. Read her full statement: buff.ly/SvxEZ7b

Wishing all the moms across Montgomery County a happy, healthy and restful Mother’s Day weekend. #MothersDay

Council President Fani-González shares updates on upcoming events throughout District 6, including a community meeting on transit and pedestrian safety, Wheaton-Kensington Restaurant Week and Taste of Wheaton. 📌 buff.ly/cE9uYTB

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The Montgomery County Council’s AANHPI Heritage Month Commemoration is scheduled on Tuesday, May 12 at 11:30 a.m. This year’s theme is “A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience.” #AANHPI

Council President Natali Fani-González shares an update today on the work that the County Council is doing on the Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget. Watch the video message⤵️

Today, Council President Fani-González proposed a new approach to the recommended $8 billion FY27 Operating Budget that would reduce the tax burden, cut government spending and make strategic investments in education & nonprofit services. More: buff.ly/sgi4Gts

Tomorrow at 9:30 a.m. - The PS Committee will review the County Executive’s recommended $11.3 million FY27 Operating Budget for the Office of Animal Services, which represents an increase of $299,791, or 2.72 percent, compared to the approved FY26 Operating Budget. tinyurl.com/h4rh4tm3

The Planning, Housing & Parks (PHP) Committee will meet Monday, April 13 at 1:30 PM to review the FY27 Operating Budget for the Office of Agriculture, Department of Recreation, Department of Housing & Community Affairs (DHCA), and the Housing Initiative Fund.

The Government Operations and Fiscal Policy (GO) Committee will meet Monday, April 13 at 1:30 PM to review the FY27 Operating Budget for TEBS, the Cable TV & Communications Plan, the Device Client Management NDA, and the Telecommunications NDA.

The TE Committee meets Monday, April 13 at 9:30 a.m. to review the FY27 Operating Budget for the Dept. of Transportation and several NDAs, plus a $500K supplemental appropriation for the MCDOT highway depot in Poolesville.

📢 The Education & Culture (EC) Committee meets Monday, April 13 at 9:30 a.m. to review the FY 2027 Operating Budget for Community Use of Public Facilities, Montgomery County Public Libraries, the Takoma Park Library NDA, and Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS).

📣 La Presidenta Natali Fani-González anunció una clínica de ciudadanía en Wheaton. 🇺🇸 Ya no hay cupos, pero habrá nuevas jornadas próximamente. ▶️ Mira la conferencia de prensa: buff.ly/IdZKG0J

The joint Government Operations and Fiscal Policy (GO) and Health and Human Services (HHS) Committee will meet on Friday, April 10 at 1 p.m. to review a $3 million supplemental appropriation for DHHS and TEBS to continue development of the Community Connect Portal. 💻

The Economic Development (ECON) Committee will meet on Friday, April 10 at 9:30 a.m. to review Expedited Bill 13-26, the ICE Out Act, and the FY27 Operating Budget and CIP for Alcohol and Beverage Services, WorkSource Montgomery, and more.

The Government Operations and Fiscal Policy (GO) Committee will meet on Friday, April 10 at 9:30 a.m. to review the FY27 Operating Budget and CIP for the Ethics Commission, Board of Elections, Public Information Office, and more. 💼

🏛️ Happening Now (April 9, 2026 - 1:30pm) The Council's FY27 Operating Budget public hearing is in session. 📺 Tune in: youtube.com/live/Xt3gEeb...

On this episode of Made in Montgomery, meet Wonderland Books, Bethesda's newest independent bookstore bringing back the magic of reading and community. Co-owners Amy Joyce and Gayle Weiswasser are creating a gathering place for readers of all ages. 📚 Watch the full story: youtu.be/LilD7h1Ktvw

🆕The Council is seeking applicants to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Montgomery County Planning Board. The five-member board serves as the Council's principal adviser on land use planning & community planning. ➡️Learn more & see how to apply: www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapp...

Happening now (April 8, 2026 - 6:30pm) The Council's FY27 Operating Budget public hearing is in session. Tune in: youtube.com/live/COAEJTn...

Council President Natali Fani-González and County Executive Marc Elrich proclaimed April as Arab American Heritage Month. Montgomery County celebrates the heritage, culture, and contributions of the Arab American community.

Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles, joined by the full Council, presented a proclamation recognizing April as National Minority Health Month. 💪🏽 Montgomery County reaffirms its commitment to closing health gaps and ensuring every resident has a fair opportunity to thrive.

The Council's Health and Human Services (HHS) Committee, joined by the full Council, recognized April 6-12 as National Public Health Week. 🏥 This year's theme, "Ready. Set. Action!" reminds us that good health is the result of sustained action and strong community partnerships.

The Council's PHP Committee, joined by the full Council, proclaimed April as Fair Housing Month. 🏡 This year marks the 58th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act. Montgomery County reaffirms its commitment to equitable housing for all, free from discrimination.

Council President Natali Fani-González held a press conference today promoting a free Citizenship Clinic for lawful permanent residents seeking legal guidance on naturalization. 🇺🇸 📅 Sat, April 11 | 2–6 p.m. 📍 Wheaton Community Recreation Center

The Montgomery County Council will meet Tuesday, April 7 at 9 a.m. with proclamation presentations recognizing Fair Housing Month 🏡, National Public Health Week 🏥, Minority Health Month 💪🏽, and Arab American Heritage Month. View the full agenda: tinyurl.com/3as99k8c

TOMORROW: Council President Natali Fani-González will hold a press conference at 11 a.m. on the FREE Citizenship Clinic happening April 11, where eligible residents will receive free legal guidance on the naturalization process. 📚 Learn More: buff.ly/RODPWLt

Happy Easter to all who celebrate. May you find hope and renewal in the promise of today. Wishing you peace, joy, and time with loved ones.

The joint Planning, Housing and Parks (PHP) and Health and Human Services (HHS) Committee will meet 🗓️ Monday, April 6 at 1:45 p.m. to review the FY27–32 CIP for the Western County Recreation Center. At 2:15 p.m., the PHP Committee will review 11 additional recreation projects.

We wish all who are celebrating and observing a happy and healthy #GoodFriday. May the goodness of Good Friday surround you all year long and bless your life with happiness and peace.

Last day to sign up! ⏰ Deadline to testify at County Council’s FY27 Operating Budget public hearings is TODAY at noon 🗓 April 7–9 📣 Make your voice heard! Sign up: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/council/cale...

Council President Fani-González will hold a press conference Monday, April 6 at 11 a.m. on a FREE Citizenship Clinic happening April 11, where eligible residents will receive free legal guidance on the naturalization process. 📚 Learn More: buff.ly/RODPWLt

April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day 💙 a time to speak out against discrimination and reaffirm our commitment to inclusion and full participation for people with autism.

Be part of the conversation! The deadline to testify at the County Council's FY27 Operating Budget public hearings is Friday, April 3 at noon. Hearings will be held on April 7, 8 & 9. Don't miss your chance to make your voice heard! 📣 www.montgomerycountymd.gov/council/cale...

⏰ 2 days left to sign up! The deadline to testify at the County Council's FY27 Operating Budget public hearings is Thursday, April 3 at noon. Hearings will be held April 7, 8 & 9, don't miss your chance to make your voice heard! 📣 buff.ly/vGnvHOd

🕊️ Chag Pesach Sameach from the Montgomery County Council! As families gather to celebrate Passover, we honor the timeless values of resilience and hope. May this season bring you peace, connection, and renewal. Wishing all who celebrate a joyful and meaningful Passover.

🌍 April is Earth Month! This is a great time to reflect on how we can all do our part to protect our environment and build a more sustainable future for Montgomery County and beyond. 💚 Every action counts, big or small. Share with your networks and let's celebrate our planet all month long! 🌱

🆕The Council is seeking applicants to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Montgomery County Planning Board. The five-member board serves as the Council's principal adviser on land use planning and community planning. ➡️Learn more and see how to apply: www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapp....

🗓 Mark your calendar: April 7, 8 and 9: Council public hearings on the FY27 Operating Budget. 🗣 Sign up to testify by April 3 at noon www.montgomerycountymd.gov/council/cale... ➡️Learn more: www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/.../Press_De.... 📺💻Watch live on County Cable Montgomery, Facebook or YouTube.

Missed last week’s media briefing? Watch Council President Natali Fani-González discuss budget deliberations and a new citizenship clinic with the Moore administration. ▶️ Watch now youtu.be/QmjB-ERfy-g

🎮 Blast from the past in Wheaton Dice City Games is packed with retro games, classic consoles, and rare finds 🕹️ ▶️ Check out this clip and relive the magic buff.ly/LN1wCE9

🗓Happening April 7, 8 & 9: Council public hearings on the County’s Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget. ✅Sign up to testify by April 3 at noon: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/council/cale... Learn more: www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/.../Press_De.... Watch on County Cable Montgomery, Facebook or YouTube.

Did you know the Council is hosting five public hearings on the County’s FY27 Operating Budget? 🗓 Join the conversation April 7,8, and 9. ✅ Sign up to testify by April 3 at noon: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/council/cale... ➡️Learn more: www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/.../Press_De....

Friendly Reminder📍 Spring Break begins March 30–April 6 🌸 MCPS schools will be closed. Wishing students, families, and staff a safe and relaxing break!

Have your voice heard 📣 🗓️ Public hearings on the County’s FY27 Operating Budget take place April 7, 8, and 9. ✅ Sign up to testify in person or virtually 📺 Tune in live on County Cable Montgomery, Facebook, or YouTube. tinyurl.com/2jxs2cjj

The Audit Committee will meet on Thursday, March 26 at 9:30 a.m. to receive a briefing about the results of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 External Audit and review SB & Company’s contract renewal.

The joint Education and Culture (EC), Health and Human Services (HHS), and Economic Development (ECON) Committee will meet on Thursday, March 26 at 1:30 p.m. to receive an update on the early care and education workforce.