Kate Stewart (she, her)
@cmkatestewart.bsky.social
President and District 4 representative on Montgomery County Council
https://montgomerycountymd.gov/stewart
https://montgomerycountymd.gov/stewart
Join the Montgomery County Commission on Remembrance and Reconciliation at their "Beyond the Marker: What Does Reconciliation Mean to You?" event on November 22nd. The event will give county residents an opportunity to have a real say in the future of Montgomery County's reconciliation process.
November 20, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Join the Montgomery County Commission on Remembrance and Reconciliation at their "Beyond the Marker: What Does Reconciliation Mean to You?" event on November 22nd. The event will give county residents an opportunity to have a real say in the future of Montgomery County's reconciliation process.
Today we commemorate Transgender Day of Remembrance. Tragically, too many Transgender people lose their lives every year due to hate-fueled violence. On November 20th, we use this day to mourn those lost over the past year and celebrate their lives and legacies.
November 20, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Today we commemorate Transgender Day of Remembrance. Tragically, too many Transgender people lose their lives every year due to hate-fueled violence. On November 20th, we use this day to mourn those lost over the past year and celebrate their lives and legacies.
Thank you to all the residents and nonprofit partners who came out today. The need is great and the time to act is now. Today, the County Council acted.
Montgomery County passes $7.75 million plan for food assistance and nonprofit support
Montgomery County passes $7.75 million plan for food assistance and nonprofit support
The Montgomery County Council moved forward to pass a $7.75 million plan Tuesday to help address the loss of federal funding for programs that provide food and housing assistance.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Thank you to all the residents and nonprofit partners who came out today. The need is great and the time to act is now. Today, the County Council acted.
November 16th is World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. As Montgomery County pursues road safety initiatives like Thrive 2050, we honor the legacy and memories of those we have lost in tragic road accidents. Pedestrian and Cyclist safety continues to be a priority for Montgomery County.
November 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM
November 16th is World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. As Montgomery County pursues road safety initiatives like Thrive 2050, we honor the legacy and memories of those we have lost in tragic road accidents. Pedestrian and Cyclist safety continues to be a priority for Montgomery County.
Started this morning joining the Ashburton ES PTA and Girl Scout Troop 34164 for a food distribution! Thank you for organizing to take care of our neighbors, and thank you St. Luke’s Episcopal Church for hosting.
November 15, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Started this morning joining the Ashburton ES PTA and Girl Scout Troop 34164 for a food distribution! Thank you for organizing to take care of our neighbors, and thank you St. Luke’s Episcopal Church for hosting.
The City of Rockville is joining Montgomery County in prohibiting single use plastic bags, with certain exceptions. Glad to see the city join this environmentally-conscious initiative!
November 12, 2025 at 8:51 PM
The City of Rockville is joining Montgomery County in prohibiting single use plastic bags, with certain exceptions. Glad to see the city join this environmentally-conscious initiative!
Happy Veterans Day! Today we honor and celebrate all who have served to protect this country. At the council, we observed Veterans Day across multiple events. At our most recent council session, we honored Montgomery County’s veterans and families as we began Operation Green Light.
November 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Happy Veterans Day! Today we honor and celebrate all who have served to protect this country. At the council, we observed Veterans Day across multiple events. At our most recent council session, we honored Montgomery County’s veterans and families as we began Operation Green Light.
Thank you to Montgomery History for the opportunity to moderate such a great closing panel on “Montgomery County at 250: Looking Back to Move Forward”. I so appreciate the insights shared by Delegate Greg Wims, Delegate Lily Qi, and Luz Chavez Gonzales.
November 8, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Thank you to Montgomery History for the opportunity to moderate such a great closing panel on “Montgomery County at 250: Looking Back to Move Forward”. I so appreciate the insights shared by Delegate Greg Wims, Delegate Lily Qi, and Luz Chavez Gonzales.
Apply for assistance with your energy bills through the Pepco Customer Relief Fund today administered
by the Salvation Army. If you’re trying to manage rising energy costs, financial support may be available.
Learn more: pepco.com/ReliefMD
by the Salvation Army. If you’re trying to manage rising energy costs, financial support may be available.
Learn more: pepco.com/ReliefMD
November 7, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Apply for assistance with your energy bills through the Pepco Customer Relief Fund today administered
by the Salvation Army. If you’re trying to manage rising energy costs, financial support may be available.
Learn more: pepco.com/ReliefMD
by the Salvation Army. If you’re trying to manage rising energy costs, financial support may be available.
Learn more: pepco.com/ReliefMD
Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland continues to lead the way constructing, rehabilitating, and weatherizing affordable housing. They provide pathways to homeownership across our County, and it’s an honor to work with them on successfully passing the FAITH ZTA and expanding housing stability.
November 7, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland continues to lead the way constructing, rehabilitating, and weatherizing affordable housing. They provide pathways to homeownership across our County, and it’s an honor to work with them on successfully passing the FAITH ZTA and expanding housing stability.
This morning I joined Congresswoman @repaprildelaney.bsky.social at the Upcounty Hub to talk about the ongoing government shutdown and what we are doing to take care of the residents of Montgomery County.
November 1, 2025 at 4:09 PM
This morning I joined Congresswoman @repaprildelaney.bsky.social at the Upcounty Hub to talk about the ongoing government shutdown and what we are doing to take care of the residents of Montgomery County.
The Montgomery Community Planning Academy’s first class of graduates inspire me with their focus on the future of our community, and with their interest in local government.
October 31, 2025 at 7:15 PM
The Montgomery Community Planning Academy’s first class of graduates inspire me with their focus on the future of our community, and with their interest in local government.
Congratulations to the Upcounty Hub on five years providing food security and stability to county residents! Your volunteers, staff, and the leadership of Grace Rivera-Oven and Marko Rivera-Oven represent the best of Montgomery County.
October 31, 2025 at 2:23 AM
Congratulations to the Upcounty Hub on five years providing food security and stability to county residents! Your volunteers, staff, and the leadership of Grace Rivera-Oven and Marko Rivera-Oven represent the best of Montgomery County.
Thank you @govwesmoore.bsky.social for declaring a state of emergency and providing much-needed support for those affected by the Federal Government shutdown.
Day 30 of President Trump’s Federal Government Shutdown:
In response to the President’s illegal refusal to deploy emergency federal funding to keep food assistance running, I am declaring a State of Emergency.
We will surge $10 million to food banks and food bank partners across the state.
In response to the President’s illegal refusal to deploy emergency federal funding to keep food assistance running, I am declaring a State of Emergency.
We will surge $10 million to food banks and food bank partners across the state.
October 30, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Thank you @govwesmoore.bsky.social for declaring a state of emergency and providing much-needed support for those affected by the Federal Government shutdown.
Thank you to the @bannermoco.bsky.social and @zuriberry.com for giving me the opportunity to talk about issues that are important to the residents of Montgomery County. We are excited you are here covering Montgomery County!
October 30, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Thank you to the @bannermoco.bsky.social and @zuriberry.com for giving me the opportunity to talk about issues that are important to the residents of Montgomery County. We are excited you are here covering Montgomery County!
It was a great day celebrating some of our affordable housing partners in Montgomery County! Starting with MHP’s annual Benefit Breakfast and ending with a reception with MHA and CDN — I can’t thank our partners enough for the work they do in and for our community.
October 28, 2025 at 11:04 PM
It was a great day celebrating some of our affordable housing partners in Montgomery County! Starting with MHP’s annual Benefit Breakfast and ending with a reception with MHA and CDN — I can’t thank our partners enough for the work they do in and for our community.
Today we celebrate National Immigrants Day! We recognize and honor the diversity, resilience, and immeasurable contributions of immigrant communities everywhere.
October 28, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Today we celebrate National Immigrants Day! We recognize and honor the diversity, resilience, and immeasurable contributions of immigrant communities everywhere.
Thank you to the Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi for having me on yesterday. We discussed the impact of the shutdown on our community, the process to fill the upcoming MoCo Council vacancy & the growing needs of residents due to the federal mismanagement of our government.
wamu.org/story/25/10/...
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The Politics Hour: Federal cuts are hitting Montgomery County hard
Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart explains how the county is dealing with federal cuts an shutdown. Plus, Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne Nadeau on why she decided not to run for reel...
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October 25, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Thank you to the Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi for having me on yesterday. We discussed the impact of the shutdown on our community, the process to fill the upcoming MoCo Council vacancy & the growing needs of residents due to the federal mismanagement of our government.
wamu.org/story/25/10/...
wamu.org/story/25/10/...
Furloughed and other impacted Federal Workers: The Montgomery County Office of Food Systems Resilience has many resources available to for finding food assistance. Find more information at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/ofsr/
October 23, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Furloughed and other impacted Federal Workers: The Montgomery County Office of Food Systems Resilience has many resources available to for finding food assistance. Find more information at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/ofsr/
Thank you @govwesmoore.bsky.social for coming to tour the Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center and holding a roundtable with local officials and impacted federal workers. We proudly stand in support of our federal workforce, and will continue to work together to assist our community.
October 23, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Thank you @govwesmoore.bsky.social for coming to tour the Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center and holding a roundtable with local officials and impacted federal workers. We proudly stand in support of our federal workforce, and will continue to work together to assist our community.
Grateful to join the Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection on their Consumer Connection podcast! You can listen to the episode “Connecting Consumers with Council President Kate Stewart” on the following platforms:
- Buzzsprout
- Spotify
- Apple Podcasts
- Amazon Music
- Buzzsprout
- Spotify
- Apple Podcasts
- Amazon Music
October 22, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Grateful to join the Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection on their Consumer Connection podcast! You can listen to the episode “Connecting Consumers with Council President Kate Stewart” on the following platforms:
- Buzzsprout
- Spotify
- Apple Podcasts
- Amazon Music
- Buzzsprout
- Spotify
- Apple Podcasts
- Amazon Music
Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating today! May the festival of light bring you joy and peace to you and your loved ones.
October 20, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating today! May the festival of light bring you joy and peace to you and your loved ones.
Happy International Pronouns Day! Using someone’s preferred pronouns is the most basic way to respect and affirm their identity. Thank you to our guests for joining us yesterday for the Council’s International Pronouns Day proclamation.
October 15, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Happy International Pronouns Day! Using someone’s preferred pronouns is the most basic way to respect and affirm their identity. Thank you to our guests for joining us yesterday for the Council’s International Pronouns Day proclamation.
The Montgomery County Council commemorated Breast Cancer Awareness Month alongside local advocates and survivors. Breast Cancer awareness is as important as ever, with 1 in every 8 American women receiving a diagnosis in their lifetimes.
October 15, 2025 at 3:58 PM
The Montgomery County Council commemorated Breast Cancer Awareness Month alongside local advocates and survivors. Breast Cancer awareness is as important as ever, with 1 in every 8 American women receiving a diagnosis in their lifetimes.
During my press availability, I was joined by Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services Health Insurance Manager Sean Gibson and Health Insurance Navigator Yajaira Isabelle. Together we discussed resources available for county residents to find insurance options that fit their needs.
October 15, 2025 at 2:29 PM
During my press availability, I was joined by Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services Health Insurance Manager Sean Gibson and Health Insurance Navigator Yajaira Isabelle. Together we discussed resources available for county residents to find insurance options that fit their needs.