CLPA List of Upcoming DC Area Legislative Meetings (November 10-November 15)

Each week, we bring you an easy-to-follow summary of what’s happening in local government — from new ordinances and budget updates to community initiatives shaping daily life. Whether you’re tracking policy changes, civic trends, or neighborhood decisions, our roundup helps you stay informed and connected. This week’s agenda is lighter as several councils take a brief recess, but there are still a few important actions worth noting.

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Check out the full schedule of meetings below.

District of Columbia

DC Council

The DC Council is not in session this week. The Council will next meet on November 18 for a Committee of the Whole meeting.

Maryland

Maryland General Assembly

The Maryland House of Delegates and the Maryland Senate have adjourned for the year, but will be back in session in January 2026

Board of Charles County Commissioners

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners is in recess this week.  The next time the Commission will meet will be on Tuesday, November 18th at 9 am. At the 6 pm hearing that day, the Commission will host a public hearing regarding term limits for Commissioners.

Montgomery County Council

The Montgomery County Council will not have a Council session this week. The Council will next have a full meeting on Tuesday, November 18th at 9 am. During the session, they will discuss Bill 33-25, Police – Community Policing - Annual Report Deadline, which would move the deadline for the Montgomery County Police Department’s annual data report to give officers more time to review, verify, and organize the information so the report is more accurate and consistent.

Prince George's County Council

The Prince George's County Council will not meet for a Council session this week. The Council will next have a full meeting on Tuesday, November 18th at 10 am. During that session, they will vote on whether to enact bill CB-069-2025, which will place limits on where new drive-through restaurants can open, prohibiting them in residential neighborhoods and permitting them only in certain commercial areas with special permission.

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Virginia

Virginia General Assembly

The Virginia House of Delegates and the Virginia Senate have adjourned for the 2024 session. They will return in January 2026.

Alexandria City Council

This Wednesday at 6 pm, the Alexandria City Council will meet to discuss several important city issues. They will review a new collective bargaining ordinance and set plans to guide the budget for fiscal year 2027, along with the city’s 2027 to 2036 capital program. The council will also discuss a supplemental budget for fiscal year 2026, updates to taxi rules, and changes to paratransit fares. In addition, they will make new appointments to boards and commissions and consider a resolution for the Labor Relations Administrator. These decisions will help shape how the city manages money, transportation, and community programs in the coming years..

Arlington County Board

The Arlington County Board will have a Work Session with the Arlington General Assembly Delegation on Thursday at 1 pm. Additionally, the County Board will hold its regular meeting on Saturday at 9:30 am. During the Saturday meeting, Members plan to approve a new agreement with the CDC Foundation to continue working together on their opioid response strategies, which would continue programs designed to prevent overdoses and support residents affected by addiction. The Board is also on track to accept $25,000 in grant funding from the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development to strengthen local housing and community services. Members also plan to adjust funding during the meeting for the State Rental Assistance Program, which helps people with disabilities find stable housing through the Housing Choice Voucher Program.

Later in the meeting, the County Board will review the 2026 State General Assembly Package and discuss the financial impact of agreements with local firefighter, paramedic, and police unions. The County Manager will also present the final financial results for Fiscal Year 2025, showing how the County managed its budget over the past year. These discussions will guide Arlington’s future spending, partnerships, and community priorities as we head into 2026.

Fairfax County Board of Supervisors

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is in recess and will not be in session this week. They will next have a full board meeting on Tuesday, November 18th at 9:30 am.