The Montgomery County Council approved the Job Creation Project zoning initiative today, spearheaded by Council President Natali Fani-González, to attract major employers in strategic industries, spur new job creation projects and boost economic development. “We…
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Council Committee Advances 18-Month Data Center Moratorium After Push by Councilmembers Jawando and Mink and County Residents – Mocofeed
ECON Committee recommends 18-month moratorium after consideration of two-year moratorium introduced by Jawando and Mink in May. Full Council vote expected on Tuesday, July 28. The Montgomery County Council’s Economic Development (ECON)…
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Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich joined Maryland Secretary of State Susan Lee, Department of Commerce Secretary Harry Coker Jr., County Council President Natali Fani-González and other local officials to celebrate the launch…
Montgomery County Celebrates Inauguration of New Bora Biologics Manufacturing Facility in Rockville – Mocofeed
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich joined Maryland Secretary of State Susan Lee, Department of Commerce Secretary Harry Coker Jr., County Council President Natali Fani-González and other local officials to celebrate the launch…
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich’s Weekly Media Briefing at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24: Major Expansion of Opportunities for Minority-, Female-, and Disabled-Owned Businesses and Election Night Reaction – Mocofeed
Reporters interested in asking Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich questions will have the opportunity to do so during this week’s virtual media briefing, scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24. This…
Montgomery County Expands Contracting Opportunities for Women-Owned and Veteran-Owned Businesses – Mocofeed
County to recognize additional federal and state certifications beginning July 1 Montgomery County is making it easier for women-owned and veteran-owned businesses to compete for County contracts. Beginning July 1, 2026, the…
Rockville Relaunches Bank On Coalition During Financial Literacy Month – Mocofeed
May 1, 2026 As part of the national Bank On movement, Rockville relaunched its Bank On Rockville Coalition in April to expand access to safe, affordable bank accounts and connect residents to…
Montgomery County Launches Third Solicitation of the New Business Training Network – Mocofeed
County Soliciting Organizations to Provide Business Support Service Programs to Local Entrepreneurs, Businesses, and Nonprofits Montgomery County has expanded the New Business Training Network and opened a third, ongoing solicitation for organizations to run “Business Support Service Programs.” This third program includes one-on-one sessions between…
Council President Natali Fani-González Proposes New Approach to the Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget Focused on Reducing the Tax Burden on Residents, Cutting Government Spending and Making Strategic Investments in Education and Nonprofit Services – Mocofeed
For Immediate Release: Friday, April 17, 2026 From the Office of Council President Natali Fani-González New proposal focuses on affordability by eliminating the proposed property tax increase, establishing a progressive income tax where 96 percent of residents get a…
Council Passes Bill to Reduce Red Tape for Farms and Agriculture – Mocofeed
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 From the Office of Councilmember Dawn Luedtke Legislation sponsored by Council President Fani-González, Council Vice President Balcombe and Councilmember Luedtke reduces regulatory burdens The Montgomery…