FY27 Public Safety Budget (Police, Fire, Corrections, 9-1-1)
Montgomery County
Summary
The Council advanced police, fire, corrections, 9-1-1 and OEMHS budgets, all under a directive to find 3.5% reductions and offset every new item. Contested calls included cutting a vehicle recovery manager (6-5) and whether to restore Hillendale fire truck staffing.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
The police budget is up 9.4% and fire up 0.5%, with cuts still possible before final adoption.
County residents relying on police, fire, EMS and emergency communications services.
Fire staffing at Hillendale and new position requests remain at risk on the reconciliation list.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Council Session - May 5, 2026
The Council advanced police, fire, corrections, 9-1-1 and OEMHS budgets, all under a directive to find 3.5% reductions and offset every new item. Contested calls included cutting a vehicle recovery manager (6-5) and whether to restore Hillendale fire truck staffing.
PS Committee Worksession - Mar 9, 2026
The six-year capital plan for fire and rescue — covering long-range projects like facilities and fleet — moved forward with the committee's recommendation to approve it as the County Executive submitted it.
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