City’s Financial Assistance Program Can Help in an Emergency
October 29, 2021
Need financial help? Facing eviction? Utilities about to be shut off? Need help paying for prescription medication?
Category: Housing and Community Services
Meet a Rockville Employee: Asmara G. Habte
October 1, 2021
Asmara G. Habte serves as the director of the recently formed Department of Housing and Community Development for the City of Rockville. We asked her a few questions about her role to introduce her to the Rockville community. Tell us a little about your role with DHCD.As director, I oversee
Nominate a Neighbor for a Human Rights Award
October 1, 2021
Winners to be Honored at the 50th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration The city’s Human Rights Commission is accepting nominations for two awards to be presented at Rockville’s Martin Luther King Jr. celebration on Monday, Jan. 17. The Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Award will be presented to
Fall Into the Season with Boosted Food Benefits at the Farmers Market
October 1, 2021
The City of Rockville and Rockville Farmers Market is doubling its dollar-for-dollar match for customers using their federal nutrition benefits at the city’s weekly market.
Rockville Holiday Drive Readies for 2021 Launch
October 1, 2021
Donations are being accepted for the 2021 Holiday Drive, Rockville’s annual push to help the community’s hundreds of children and families in need. This year, with the need greater than ever, the drive will continue, albeit with minor changes to keep everyone healthy and safe.
Survey Launched to Investigate Scope of Social Justice, Racism, Bias and Wellness in Rockville
September 1, 2021
The Human Rights and Human Services Advisory commissions of the City of Rockville have launched a communitywide survey to assess the state of social justice, racism, bias and wellness in the city. The survey is available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Vietnamese and Korean. More information and a link to
Applications Being Accepted for Community Development Block Grants
September 1, 2021
The City of Rockville is now accepting online applications for an anticipated $263,000 in federal Community Development Block Grant funding for the fall of Fiscal Year 2023. The CDBG program is a federal grant for housing and community development projects that benefit low- and moderate-income individuals, and provides grants to
Human Rights Commission Seeks Student Ambassadors
September 1, 2021
This article has been updated to include the extended application deadline. Rockville’s Human Rights Commission is seeking 10 students to serve as HRC Student Ambassadors in its third annual Student Ambassador Program. Ambassadors will serve as liaisons between the HRC and their high schools. The program will accept two students
Health and Wellness, Coming Up at the Senior Center
June 30, 2021
Stay home and stay well with free online seminars from the Rockville Senior Center in July and August. Register with the course number online at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration, call 240-314-8800 or email [email protected] for more information. Sessions are free, and run from 1-2 p.m., except where noted. Stress Reduction/MeditationTools to focus, relax,
Become an Ambassador for Rockville
June 30, 2021
Ready to make a difference in your community? How about signing on to become a Rockville Community Ambassador? Rockville Community Ambassadors are local volunteers who represent the City of Rockville in their neighborhood. Their role is to serve as connectors, providing direct support to residents while creating awareness of events
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Rockville Mayor and Council Unanimously Adopt Town Center Master Plan
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The Rockville Mayor and Council unanimously adopted the Town Center Master Plan during their Jan. 27 meeting, marking the final step of a nearly two-year process to shape the future of the city’s downtown core. The decision comes almost exactly
Presidents Day Brings Closures in Rockville
January 31, 2025
City government, including City Hall and most city facilities will be closed on Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 17. The Rockville Swim and Fitness Center will be open for regular hours on Feb. 17. Visit www.rockvillemd.gov/swimcenter for details. All other city
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