United in Service and Support Online Informational Series
The Montgomery County Council recognizes the many concerns and changes impacting residents and remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding their fundamental rights. The Council stands united in service and support for all members of our community, dedicated to safeguarding the dignity and humanity of every person.
The “United in Service and Support Online Informational Series” is a virtual information session hosted by the Montgomery County Council to support the federal workforce and community members impacted by the ongoing challenges at the federal level. The first webinar was held on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025. The next session is scheduled for Wednesday, March 19. Subsequent sessions are scheduled to follow once every two weeks.
The series will showcase a range of special topics and feature expert panelists, offering valuable insights, practical resources, and essential information to assist in navigating challenges and accessing the support residents need. The Council is asking people to confidentially submit questions either through the web form or during the webinar using the Q&A feature. Councilmembers and panelists will address and respond to as many questions as possible throughout the series.
Community members may anonymously submit a question to the Council. The form asks that community members provide their questions in writing and select a category that best fits the question.
Sessions and Video Recordings
| Date of Session | Time | Topic | Resources | Webinars and Recordings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, Feb. 25 | 7 p.m. | Community Kickoff Meeting | Presentation Slides (PDF) | Webinar Recording |
| Thursday, March, 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Mental Health Resources | Presentation Slides (PDF) | Webinar Recording Grabación con Interpretación al Español |
| Wednesday, March 19 | 7 p.m. | Federal Worker Rights & Legal Updates | Presentation Slides (PDF) | Webinar Recording Grabación con Interpretación al Español |
| Wednesday, April 2 | 7 p.m. | From Federal Jobs to Fresh Starts: Navigating New Opportunities | Link to Zoom Meeting | |
| Wednesday, April 23 | 11:30 a.m. | Montgomery County’s Entrepreneurship Ecosystem: Business Incubators and Opportunities for Federal Workers | ||
| Wednesday, May 7 | 7 p.m. | How to Fight Back: Effectively Engaging in Federal Advocacy and Know Your Rights | ||
| Wednesday, May 21 | 7 p.m. | Housing Accessibility and Affordability | ||
| Wednesday, May 28 | 7 p.m. | Home Energy Costs and Assistance Programs for Montgomery County Residents | ||
| Wednesday, June 11 | 7 p.m. | Local Law Enforcement Resources for Eviction, Domestic Violence and Child Support | ||
| Thursday, June 26 | 7 p.m. | Community Food Resources for our Residents | ||
| Wednesday, July 9 | 7 p.m. | Non-profit Services, Unemployment Benefits and Constituent Services | ||
| Wednesday, July 23 | 7 p.m. | Navigating the Workforce of 2025 and Beyond: Emerging Industries and Hiring Trends |
More details about the webinar series
- The series will be hosted as Zoom webinars occurring once every two weeks for the foreseeable future.
- The sessions will prioritize confidentiality. No registration will be required.
- Questions will be collected through an anonymous web form prior to each session and using the Q&A feature during the webinar.
- Councilmembers and panelists will appear on video and respond to the questions submitted by community members.
- Each session will be recorded and a link to the recordings will be made available on this web page at the conclusion of the webinar.
- Community members will have the option to join the webinar to view the session live. Technical support is available from Zoom about how to join and participate in Zoom Webinars and how to join a Zoom meeting anonymously.
- These webinars will also be streamed on the Council’s YouTube page.