In 1962, after eight crowded years in a 74-year-old house, Rockville city government was finally moving into a new, $250,000 city hall building, bringing its 130 employees under one roof for the first time, according to the Jan. 15, 1962, edition of “The Evening Star” — even though the new office space wasn’t quite complete. The now-vacant old house, which had been built in 1888 by Judge Edward Peter as a wedding present for his daughter, was due to be demolished as a fire hazard.
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Public Input Requested on Changes to Rockville’s Forestry and Tree Regulations
April 26, 2024
The city is seeking public input on amendments to Rockville’s forestry and tree preservation ordinance at two forums in May. The first, at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 2, is tailored for applicants, developers and industry professionals with a technical interest
County to Provide Update on Seven Locks Justice Complex
April 17, 2024
Representatives from Montgomery County will deliver an update on the Seven Locks Justice Complex during the Monday, April 29 meeting of Rockville’s Mayor and Council. The complex is proposed for the 25.8-acres county-owned detention facility site at 1451 Seven Locks Road. The Mayor and Council meet
Rockville and Pepco Unveil New EV Charging Stations
April 16, 2024
Rockville is taking steps to meet the growing demand for electric vehicle chargers with the launch of new EV charging stations at locations across the city. Pepco officials joined members of Rockville’s Mayor and Council and city staff April 15
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