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Youth and Education Commissions Are Recruiting
Rockville’s two newest commissions — one for education, the other for youth — are recruiting members. The 11-member Youth Commission, comprised of 16–21-year-olds who live or attend high school or Montgomery College in the city, develops recommendations for the Mayor and Council about programs, policies and legislation to promote the health and well-being of young…
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Mayor and Council Approve Budget Addressing Priorities and Pandemic Recovery
FY23 Budget Maintains Tax Rate and Services The Mayor and Council in May adopted a $148.8 million city budget that maintains city services, addresses COVID-19 pandemic recovery, and focuses on priorities such as implementing the Comprehensive Plan, environmental sustainability and the Climate Action Plan, Vision Zero, economic development, and financial sustainability. The adopted budget for…
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City Seeks Applicants for Board of Supervisors of Elections
The City of Rockville is seeking applicants for immediate appointment to its Board of Supervisors of Elections. The board conducts city elections, registers voters and keeps records in connection with these functions. There are currently three vacancies. Each of the five members of the board is appointed by the Mayor and Council. Members’ terms run…
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Rental License Applications Move to Online-Only Form
Applicants for rental licenses must now use an online form to make their applications. Print applications are no longer accepted. This is to improve convenience for customers and to be consistent with other electronic processes. The application is for the establishment or renewal of a single-family rental property, including detached dwellings, townhomes or condominiums. To…
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A Legacy of Paving the Way
The city’s Department of Public Works held a dedication ceremony on June 16 for their fleet’s newest machine: a paver dedicated to the life and legacy of Wayne Butler Jr., a public works streets crew supervisor who died in February. Wayne’s father, Wayne Butler Sr., is a long-time team member of Rockville’s Recreation and Parks…
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Mayor and Council to Consider Radon Testing, Energy Disclosure for Home Sales
The Mayor and Council in July are expected to introduce an ordinance to apply a county law, requiring home sellers to conduct radon testing and disclose details of the home’s energy use, to home sales in the city. The law requires the seller to provide the buyer with the results of radon tests conducted less…
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Help Put a Halt to Hydrant Water Heists
Stealing Water Can Damage Hydrants, Hamper Firefighting Stealing water from fire hydrants is a crime that can put homes and lives in danger and can lead to big costs for the city. Rockville has 1,407 fire hydrants and spends a good deal of time and money ensuring they are in working order, so that they’re…
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Apply Now for Project Funding That Benefits Low- and Moderate-Income Households
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 2024. The Department of Housing and Community Development will host two technical assistance sessions, 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, July 13 and 11 a.m.-noon, Tuesday, Aug. 30, to walk potential applicants…