En Sintonía con el Concejo

Interview with Febe Huezo, Outreach Services Specialist for Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL). This week’s edition of En Sintonía features an interview with Council President Stewart, who discusses the Council’s final vote on Montgomery County’s $7.6 billion Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Operating Budget and the $6 billion amended FY30 Capital Improvements Program (CIP). As Council President, one of Stewart’s top priorities has bee...

Interview with Febe Huezo, Outreach Services Specialist for Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL). 

This Week's edition of En Sinfonia features an interview with Montgomery County Public Libraries' (MCPL) to highlight its annual Summer Reading Challenge, launching on Saturday, June 14. This year's theme, "Color" Our World", invites children, teens, and adults to explore books, music, theat...

Interview with Edith Lozada, Spanish communications specialist and Spanish language public information officer at Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). This week’s edition of En Sintonía features an interview with important information about summer school and the registration period, which is now open for MCPS students. MCPS Summer School 2025 will primarily serve high school students who need to earn credits toward graduation. ...

Hoy En Sintonía con el Concejo:

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Además, les tenemos todos los detalles sobre un proyecto innovador en Germantown que busca fortalecer el desarrollo y las atraccione...

Hoy En Sintonía con el Concejo:

Les presentamos la maravillosa labor de la Oficina de Resiliencia de los Sistemas Alimentarios del Condado de Montgomery cuya misión es crear un sistema alimentario más equitativo, eficiente, y sostenible. Su visión es construir una comunidad donde todos los residentes tengan acceso a alimentos saludables, nutritivos y culturalmente apropiados, sin sufrir dificultades económicas.
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This week’s edition of En Sintonía features an interview with Montgomery Parks and its wonderful attractions open to the public this spring.

Among the highlights is the brand-new carousel recently inaugurated at Wheaton Regional Park. Installed in 2025, the stunning 36-foot Wheaton Carousel is a true work of art. It features 22 fiberglass horses, 11 zebras, and two elegant chariots, including one that is ADA-accessible. Ea...

Interview with Carlos Cortes-Vazquez, Montgomery County Police Officer. 

This week’s edition of En Sintonía features a conversation with MCPD Officer Carlos Cortes, who provides an in-depth look at the Security Camera Expansion Program. He covers the program’s requirements, application process, and available rebate offerings. Officer Cortes will also discuss the expansion of the MCPD Drone as First Responder Program into t...

Interview with Dr. Luis Aguirre, Program Manager with the Montgomery County Latino Health Initiative. 

This week’s edition of "En Sintonía” provides an in-depth look at measles, a highly contagious viral infection that can lead to severe health complications, especially in young children, adults with weakened immune systems and pregnant women. Dr. Aguirre discusses the symptoms, such as fever, cough, runny nose, and a...

Interview with Leslie Martinez at Montgomery Health Connections.

This week’s edition of "En Sintonía" highlights the special enrollment for health insurance through Maryland Health Connection. Individuals who experience certain life events may qualify to enroll outside the annual open enrollment period. Qualifying life events include getting married or divorced, having a child, moving to Maryland, losing job-base...

Interview with Michelle Escobar, investigator with the Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection.

This week’s edition of "En Sintonía" focuses on National Consumer Protection Week. The show will feature a conversation with Ms. Escobar, an investigator from the Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection. She will share valuable tips on understanding consumer rights and how to avoid fraud and scams. Ms. ...

Interview with Monika Hammer, Communications and Public Outreach Manager at Montgomery County Recreation.

This week’s edition of En Sintonía highlights the Prom Couture Closet giveaway event. Montgomery Recreation is collecting gently used and new dresses, suits, dry-cleaned shirts, shoes, ties and accessories. The radio show will begin by highlighting a special collection that will take place on Saturday, March 1 from 10 ...

Interview with Edith Lozada, Spanish communications specialist and Spanish language public information officer at Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS).

This week’s edition of En Sintonía highlights several important announcements from MCPS. The first topic of discussion will be kindergarten enrollment, which is now open through the ParentVue portal. In-person registration will begin on March 17 for the 2025-2026 school ...

Interview with Montgomery County Councilmember Natali Fani-González.

This week’s edition features Councilmember Natali Fani-González, who will discuss the More Housing N.O.W. Package. This proposal outlines five steps aimed at expanding the supply of housing, reducing costs, and increasing pathways to homeownership for the hardworking residents of Montgomery County. The More Housing N.O.W. Package was introduced on Tues., ...

The radio show features special guest Councilmember Gabe Albornoz, who highlights county programs, including those established by 
the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to promote the well-being of Montgomery County residents. 

In light of recent changes at the federal level, the Councilmember reminds community members that county programs do not inquire about immigration status and encourages residents to...

Interview with Ana Arriaza, Department of Environmental Protection.

This week’s edition features Montgomery County's Salt Wise Campaign. The Department of Environmental Protection urges residents to recognize the harmful effects of excessive salt use during winter weather. While road salt (sodium chloride) helps maintain safe roads, it can corrode concrete, harm wildlife and pets, damage plants, and contaminate local ...

Interview with Monika Hammer, communications and public outreach manager at Montgomery County Recreation.

This week's edition features Montgomery County Recreation's Summer Camp Registration, which begins on Tuesday, Jan. 21. Applications are currently being accepted for the 2025 RecAssist program, which provides eligible County residents with the opportunity to receive a scholarship for recreation programs. Once...

Luis Estrada, urban designer and planning coordinator at the Montgomery County Planning Department.

This week’s edition features Luis Estrada, urban designer and planning coordinator at the Montgomery County Planning Department. He will provide information about an upcoming community meeting conducted in Spanish, focusing on recommendations for the University Boulevard Corridor Plan. Mr. Estrada will share details about th...