Display of the City’s Big Trucks Moves to Stepanek Park Rockville will join the American Public Works Association to celebrate National Public Works Week from Monday, May 20-Friday, May 24 The highlight of the week will be the annual Equipment Show from 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Thursday, May 23. This year’s
Increased funding for schools, roads, and preserving local authority related to small cellular tower infrastructure were among the wins for Rockville during the 2019 Maryland General Assembly session that concluded April 8. Lawmakers approved funds for addressing growing enrollment and overcrowding in county schools. That included a one-time infusion of
Revisions to how Rockville regulates commercial signs are open to input from the public at a hearing before the Mayor and Council at 7 p.m. Monday, May 13. The purpose of the proposed revisions is to address some regulatory issues and allow for more flexible designs. The original sign code
Reaffirmation of Triple-A Bond Rating Will Save Money Two rating agencies recently reaffirmed the city’s “triple A” bond rating and expressed confidence in the city’s financial outlook. Triple-A is the highest possible rating and saves Rockville taxpayers money by allowing the city to borrow at the lowest possible interest rates.
Bike Month Kickoff Ride10 a.m. Saturday, April 27.Meet at City Hall, 111 Maryland Ave.Join Rockville officials and neighbors to celebrate National Bike Month. Pedal a casual 6-mile loop along multi-use trails and quiet residential streets to explore some of the city’s extensive and diverse bicycling infrastructure. The route includes a
The Rockville Planning Commission will hold a final information session ahead of three public hearings in May and June for its draft of the Comprehensive Plan. The interactive information session will help the public understand the contents of the draft plan and allow staff to answer questions about the plan’s
Members of the Rockville City Police Department, Rockville Volunteer Fire Department, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department and Montgomery County Department of Correction and Rehabilitation will be honored for their service to the community at the Rockville Public Safety Awards on Wednesday, June 12 at Lakewood Country Club, 13901 Glen Mill Road.
Registering your bike with the Rockville City Police Department makes it more likely that it could be recovered should it be lost or stolen. Once registered, bike owners are given a small sticker to attach to the bike frame. To register your bike and receive a registration sticker, visit the
The city is taking steps to improve pedestrian safety in Rockville Town Center following several crashes involving vehicles and pedestrians at Beall Avenue’s intersections with Gibbs Street and Maryland Avenue. In March, following a review of options, City Manager Rob DiSpirito instructed staff to do the following:
The City of Rockville wants to hear from the public about what they’d like to see happen at a 7.32-acre former shopping center at the corner of Wootton Parkway and Hurley Avenue. The Rockshire Village Center site, which was once anchored by a Giant food store, has been mostly empty
Rockville recently sent notices to nearly 8,300 city water customers requesting their help in determining and reporting the material used in their drinking water service lines. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s recent Lead and Copper Rule Revisions require water service
Thanks to D.C.-based artist Rose Jaffe, a vibrant mural now adorns the playground-facing wall of the Lincoln Park Community Center at 357 Frederick Ave. The mural features residents of all ages dancing, playing and moving together, alongside Maryland and Lincoln
Work is continuing on a comprehensive renovation and reconfiguration of the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center’s outdoor recreation pool. Improvements are being made to accessibility, amenities will be modernized, and infrastructure will provide new recreational features and pools for swimmers
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