Category: Mayor and Council

Rockville Urges Self-Care for Mental Health Month

April 29, 2022

May is Mental Health Month and, as a time of renewal and growth, the Mayor and Council are reminding residents — especially young people — to practice self-care.

Final Fire Hydrant Replacement a Symbol of Rockville’s Commitment to Safety and Infrastructure 

April 29, 2022

The city is set to reach a milestone nearly a decade-and-a-half in the making with the replacement of its last low-flow fire hydrant, an event that underscores the Mayor and Council’s commitment to maintaining Rockville’s infrastructure. 

Rockville Requests Federal Funding Support for Three Projects

April 29, 2022

The Mayor and Council have requested federal earmark funding for three projects in Fiscal Year 2023. U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin’s office invited the city to submit the funding requests for federal support.

Education Commission Created to Support Rockville Students

April 29, 2022

The Mayor and Council in April unanimously approved the creation of an 11-member Education Commission to support City of Rockville students.

CITY HALL, IN A NEW LIGHT

March 29, 2022

Contractors in March installed new energy-efficient light-emitting diode, also known as LED, lights with occupancy sensors at City Hall. The project upgrades 325 interior light fixtures on the second floor, including 256 sensors to reduce energy costs, maintenance and greenhouse gas emissions. Funding for the project leverages a $35,000 grant

Everyone Has a Role in the City’s Climate Action Plan

March 29, 2022

Rockville’s Climate Action Plan provides a role for everyone to play in addressing climate change. The plan, passed Jan. 10 by the Mayor and Council, sets forth 26 community actions and 16 city actions to reduce climate-warming pollution and foster resilience, especially for the city’s most vulnerable neighborhoods.

Public Hearing and Survey Provide Final Opportunities for Budget Input

March 29, 2022

Rockville’s Mayor and Council begin wrapping up budget deliberations this month with their final public hearing and work session before the scheduled adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The budget, which covers the fiscal year that begins July 1, is planned for adoption on Monday, May 9. The proposed

Rockville Earns Win Ensuring Reimbursement When Taxpayers Are Taxed Twice

March 29, 2022

County Council Approves Municipal Tax Duplication Legislation Rockville’s Mayor and Council played a vital role in a big win for county municipalities in March, helping to secure money to reimburse incorporated towns and cities for property tax duplication collected by Montgomery County. The County Council on March 1 unanimously approved

Meetings to Gather Community Input on RedGate Park Proposed Concept

March 29, 2022

Members of the public will, at two community meetings in April, have an opportunity to review and comment on the Mayor and Council’s preferred concept for the future of the 131-acre RedGate Park. • 7 P.M. TUESDAY, APRIL 19 Virtual meeting, held via WebEx. Join on the day from the

COVID-19: City Hall Reopens — What You Need to Know

March 23, 2022

City Hall will reopen Monday, March 28. Here’s what that means for visitors.

Voice Your Thoughts on the Future of Rockville Elections

May 6, 2025

Community engagements sessions in June offer the chance to voice your thoughts about the future of Rockville elections. The Mayor and Council, Board of Supervisors of Elections, city staff, and a city consultant will conduct a top-to-bottom review of Rockville’s

81st Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade

May 1, 2025

Join the City of Rockville for its 81st annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade Monday, May 26. Founded in 1944 by William (Bill) Wood, the Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade is a long-standing tradition in the City of Rockville. PARADE

Hometown Holidays: Know Before You Go

May 1, 2025

The free Hometown Holidays at Rockville Town Center features local flavor of music and food vendors, including two stages, an artisan shopping area, and kids entertainment from noon-6 p.m. Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25 in Rockville Town Center.

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