The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s first comprehensive redesign of the Metrobus system in 50 years means changes for Rockville’s bus routes. The changes, which became effective June 29, eliminate Metrobus service to the Rockville Metro station, making the Twinbrook Metro station the northernmost Metrobus stop on Rockville Pike. RideOn
Rockville’s Department of Public Works is spending the summer completing several traffic calming and sidewalk projects aimed at improving safety for all as part of the city’s Vision Zero initiative. Among the improvements are concrete refuge islands to provide a place for pedestrians to wait while crossing Mannakee Street at
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
Studies show that businesses with bicycle parking near their storefronts get a measurable sales boost. Business owners without bicycle parking near their shop or office could qualify for a rack — provided and installed for free by the City of Rockville — under the city’s Bike Rack Grant Program. Learn
Rockville celebrates National Bike Month with rides to school, to work and in memoriam in May, and neighborhood rides all summer long. The Rockville Bicycle Advisory Committee hosts rides throughout the summer. Find upcoming rides at facebook.com/bikerockville. Learn more about RBAC and bicycling in Rockville at rockvillemd.gov/rbac or visit youtube.com/cityofrockville
The city has released its road paving schedule with work beginning in late April as Rockville moves toward a new method for evaluating its road rehabilitation needs. The schedule, available at rockvillemd.gov/street-repairs, includes streets scheduled for Fiscal Year 2025, which runs through June 30, and Fiscal Year 2026, which begins
Virtual Meeting April 30 to Discuss Bike Facilities Vision Zero planning and projects are making progress as Rockville continues creating safer travel routes for all. A virtual public meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30 for staff to share three proposed alternatives to add bicycle facilities along East Jefferson
Get ready to ride as Rockville gears up for Bike to Work Day and Bike Month in May. Learn more about bicycling in Rockville: Visit www.rockvillemd.gov/rbac and www.rockvillemd.gov/bicycling and search for “bike safety” at www.youtube.com/cityof rockville.
Vision Zero Makes Progress with Improvements and Public Meetings The State Highway Administration approved Rockville’s request to reduce the speed limit on a segment of First Street by 5 mph, to 35 mph, and will replace signage this month between Veirs Mill and Baltimore roads. Meanwhile, Vision Zero planning and
Rockville continues planning Vision Zero projects to create safer travel routes for all. The projects are part of the city’s Vision Zero Action Plan to eliminate traffic-related deaths and serious injuries. Department of Public Works staff met in December with community members to identify a preferred pedestrian safety improvement at
Rockville is offering a free four-part financial empowerment series this July as part of the BankOn Rockville program to help residents strengthen their money management skills and prepare for future financial goals. BankOn is an initiative that connects low- to
The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate. But leave the fireworks to the professionals.The private use and possession of fireworks, including sparklers, is illegal in Montgomery County and carries a fine of up to $1,000 and/or six months
Rockville Swim and Fitness Center’s Outdoor Pool Reopens Rockville made waves this summer with the reopening of the outdoor recreation pool at the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center, following a transformative renovation project aimed at enhancing access, safety and enjoyment
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