MLK Tribute Celebration

Join Montgomery County for this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute Concert at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 18, at the Music Center at Strathmore. This free event will feature inspiring performances under the theme “Every Kind of People…A Blueprint to Unity.” Don’t miss this opportunity to honor Dr. King’s legacy through music and community. Mark your calendar and join us for an unforgettable afternoon!

Women’s Legislative Briefing

The Montgomery County Commission for Women (CFW) will host its 46th Annual Women’s Legislative Briefing (WLB) at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31, at The Universities at Shady Grove, located at 9630 Gudelsky Drive in Rockville. This year’s theme—“Stronger Together: Leading with Vision, Voices, and Values”—emphasizes the power of collective leadership and highlights the importance of elevating diverse perspectives, fostering collaboration, and advancing gender equity to create a future where women and girls can thrive.

FY 2027 Capital Budget

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will present his recommended FY27 Capital Budget and FY27-32 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) on Thursday, Jan. 15, at 11 a.m. in the Lobby Level Auditorium of the Leggett Executive Office Building, 101 Monroe St., Rockville.

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Residents and the Bring Your Own Bag Tax Law

Plastic is out

The Bring Your Own Bag Law amends the County’s current law related to the use of plastic and paper carryout bags. The law takes effect January 1, 2026. The most significant changes in the new law are an increase in the bag tax to 10 cents (of which the retailer gets to keep 5 cents) and a prohibition on the use of plastic carryout bags. Businesses in some municipalities in Montgomery County are exempt from the prohibition on the use of plastic bags.

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Climate Action Plan

Montgomery County has released its Fiscal Year 2025 Climate Action Plan (CAP) Annual Report, which highlights major progress toward achieving sustainability and resilience. This year, the County initiated 80 of the 84 actions outlined in the CAP, with 63 actions completed, well underway, or integrated into operations.