Lock It or Lose It!: Tips for Preventing Thefts from Vehicles
October 29, 2021
Thefts from vehicles continue to be on the rise in Rockville with the majority of cases due to cars being left unlocked.
Category: Transportation
Baltimore Road Closure and Detour to Remain Through November
October 22, 2021
Baltimore Road will remain closed between Gladstone and Broadwood drives for an estimated additional month, through approximately the end of November, as construction continues to improve safety and access along the road.
Mayor and Council Seek Extension to Comment Period for I-270/495 Plans
October 21, 2021
This article has been updated with new information on support for an extension from four members of Maryland’s congressional delegation. Rockville’s Mayor and Council are requesting from the state and federal governments an extension until Jan. 31 of the comment period for the Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the
City Seeks Safer West Edmonston Drive for Pedestrians, with Edge Lines and Crosswalks
October 1, 2021
Ongoing improvements to West Edmonston Drive seek to improve pedestrian safety and address community concerns about speeding along the road. In May and June, the city’s Department of Public Works completed six new crosswalks along West Edmonston (two each at Carter Road and Ritchie Parkway and one each at Curtis
Mayor and Council Approve Increases to Fire Lane, Hydrant and Handicap Parking Fines
September 1, 2021
Motorists could face significantly higher fines for illegally parking near fire hydrants, in fire lanes or in designated handicap parking spaces after the Mayor and Council approved increases that bring fines in the City of Rockville in line with those of neighboring jurisdictions. The following three violations are now subject
Rockville and Shady Grove Metro Stations to Close This Month
September 1, 2021
The Rockville and Shady Grove Metro stations are schedule to be closed from Sept. 11-Dec. 4 for reconstruction and repairs to the canopies over the platforms at those stations. During construction, Metro’s Red Line will terminate at the Twinbrook station. Free shuttle bus service will operate in both directions between
City and Community to Hold Final Virtual Meeting on Future Use of Town Center Streets
August 30, 2021
The City of Rockville will hold a third and final virtual public meeting, Tuesday, Sept. 14, on whether to continue street closures in Town Center for outdoor dining. Options under discussion during that meeting will include: whether to continue the street closures year-round; the potential use of heated tents; closing
Baltimore Road Work Continues as Schools Return to Session
August 27, 2021
Road Closure to Continue Through October for Safety and Access Improvements As students return to school and traffic ramps up again, commuters are reminded that a portion of Baltimore Road remains closed as construction continues to ultimately improve safety and access along the road. City staff and the city’s contractor notified Montgomery County
Portion of Mt. Vernon Place to Close for Stormwater Management Project
August 26, 2021
A portion of Mt. Vernon Place is scheduled to close for four months, beginning in September, as part of thecity’s improvements to the Mt. Vernon stormwater management facility.
Rockville Metro Station Pedestrian Bridge to Reopen, Canopy Reconstruction Activities Begin
August 13, 2021
This article has been updated to reflect a schedule change, to Monday, Aug. 23, for relocating bus stops at the Rockville Metro station. The pedestrian bridge linking Rockville Town Center and the Rockville Metro station over Rockville Pike will reopen on Monday, Aug. 16 following a 14-month closure and more
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Christmas and New Year’s Closures
November 27, 2023
City government and facilities will be closed for Christmas and New Year’s Day. All city facilities will be closed Mondays, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Parking will be free at city-owned meters on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Recycling, trash
Save the Date for Rockville’s Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
November 27, 2023
Join the City of Rockville for the city’s Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration. The celebration will be held from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 at Rockville High School, 2100 Baltimore Road.
MLK Day Celebration Offers an Opportunity to Serve
November 27, 2023
Rockville will honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy as the city holds its 52nd annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration with a ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 13, and a week of service activities.
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