Montgomery County, PA

Want to connect with students and introduce them to your industry? Careers of Tomorrow® is bringing students and employers together for a hands-on look at what’s possible after high school. They’re looking for employers, educators, and industry professionals to showcase the careers, future-ready skills, and opportunities that are shaping our workforce. 📅 Tuesday, October 20 ⏰ 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 📍 Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks Interested in exhibiting? Learn more and register: https://brnw.ch/21x66fl

A new stretch of the Schuylkill River Trail is officially open. 🚲 Montgomery County joined state, local, and regional partners in Pottstown to celebrate the completion of a new 0.9-mile connector between Industrial Highway and the Route 422 bridge, closing one of the final major gaps in the regional trail network. With this connection complete, trail users can now travel nearly 70 continuous miles from Bartram’s Garden in Philadelphia to Riverfront Park in Reading. The new segment also provides a safer, more direct route for people walking, biking, running, and rolling across the region. The connector is also the last remaining off-road portion of the Schuylkill River Trail to be completed within Montgomery County. Thank you to the partners, advocates, funders, and trail users who helped make this decades-long vision a reality. Now it’s open and ready to enjoy! 🚲

Mail ballots will begin arriving for Montgomery County voters on Monday, September 21. 🗳️ Completed your mail-in ballot? You can return it at one of 18 secure ballot drop boxes located throughout Montgomery County. Find the drop box closest to you at Montcovotes.com.

Last night, Montgomery County took our Board Meeting on the road to New Hanover Township! Residents had the opportunity to hear directly from the Board of Commissioners, receive an update on the County’s finances, offer public comment, and follow decisions affecting communities across Montgomery County. The meeting included action on updates to the First-Time Homebuyer Program, local planning assistance, and contracts supporting road safety, public safety, housing, and other County services. Thank you to New Hanover Township for hosting and to everyone who came out to participate in County government.

If you're planning to vote by mail for the 2026 General Election, make sure your vote counts and use one of Montgomery County's 18 secure drop boxes. These drop boxes will be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, starting at 12 p.m. on Monday, September 21, 2026, at locations across the County. 🗳️ Mail-in ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3. For drop box locations and all election-related information, visit: www.Montcovotes.com

Today is National Voter Registration Day! 🗳️ Voting starts with making sure your registration is up to date. Take a few minutes today to check your status, update your information if needed, and remind a friend, family member, or neighbor to do the same. Whether you’re registering for the first time or checking your existing information, Montgomery County Voter Services has the official details and resources you need. Click the 🔗 to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eygi9_gz

Tomorrow, the Governor's Advisory Commission on African American Affairs is bringing its Cultural Conversations Listening Session to Montgomery County. This is an opportunity for residents to share experiences, raise concerns, and help inform the issues that matter most to Black communities across Pennsylvania. Our very own Dr. Veirdre Jackson will help facilitate the conversation alongside Commissioner Dr. Nia Bailey and Commission leaders. 📅 Wednesday, Sept. 2 ⏰ 6:00 PM 📍 John James Audubon Center 1201 Pawlings Rd, Audubon, PA 19403 Seats are limited and registration is requested. Come make sure your voice is at the table. 🔗 Link to register: https://lnkd.in/e_4ur7XH

Artificial intelligence is changing how governments deliver services, and Montgomery County is taking a thoughtful approach to its use. The County has announced a new set of guiding principles for the use of AI in government, centered on transparency, fairness, privacy, accountability, and public trust. The principles will help shape how AI is used to support County services while ensuring residents know when these tools are being used and what safeguards are in place to protect their rights and personal information. As part of this effort, the County will create a public registry of AI tools, expand employee training, and establish measures to evaluate how AI is improving services for residents. Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/erWrsaQX

A little support can go a long way. 🎒📚 Montgomery County’s Back-to-School Donation Drive is underway, collecting backpacks, binders, pencils and more for students and families who need them. Businesses and community members can help make a difference by donating supplies through August 21. Find a drop-off location near you and help us make sure local students have what they need to start the school year strong. Click the 🔗 for more info: https://brnw.ch/21x4SoA

BREAKING NEWS: Montgomery County has just filed a lawsuit against major social media companies, including Meta, Snap, TikTok, and Google, to reduce the negative impact of social media on children's mental health and well-being. Research shows that three or more hours of social media usage can double the risk of depression and anxiety symptoms among young people. These platforms have also been found to contribute to rising rates of eating disorders, sleep disorders, loneliness, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. Read how we're protecting the 180,000+ young people who live in Montgomery County. ⬇️