July 28, 2026 - Council Session (AM)

The Montgomery County Council held a session on July 28, 2026, which included a proclamation recognizing National Farmers Market Week, highlighting the importance of local agriculture and community support. The primary focus of the meeting was a detailed briefing and discussion on the county's long-term solid waste disposal options. Council members and county staff reviewed the status of the Resource Recovery Facility (RRF), contracts related to waste disposal, and the environmental, economic, and equity impacts of various waste management strategies including continued incineration, long-haul trucking to landfills, and advanced waste processing (AWP). The council emphasized the need for comprehensive information on costs, environmental justice considerations, contract terms, and potential sites for composting and ash disposal. They also discussed the importance of waste reduction, recycling, and composting efforts as part of the county's zero waste goals. Additionally, the council approved a 10-year franchise agreement for Chantel, a broadband provider, to place equipment in county right-of-way areas to facilitate residential broadband services. The meeting concluded with motions passed to approve the consent calendar and the franchise agreement, with plans for further work sessions on solid waste management in the fall.