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Fall Outreach Coming for Zoning Ordinance Update
Public outreach will begin this fall on an update to the zoning ordinance. Public outreach meetings will be held to present the zoning diagnostic report and calibration tables for the project. Among recommendations outlined in the report is an emphasis on the need for a streamlined development review process and clearer, more understandable language in…
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F. Scott Theater to Close for Upgrades to Accessibility, Sound
The F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre and its social hall will close for nine months in late December for renovations that will improve accessibility and sound. The venue will close Tuesday, Dec. 17 and reopen Sept. 1, 2025. The primary focus of the renovations is to improve safety and compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act standards.…
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Meet the New Boss
Rockville’s new City Manager Jeff Mihelich introduced himself to the community at a reception ahead of a July Mayor and Council meeting. Mihelich is an International City/County Management Association credentialed manager with more than 30 years of experience in all areas of city management and community planning, including 13 years of executive-level management working directly…
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Last Chance to Propose a Neighborhood Project
This month is the deadline for community members to propose neighborhood improvement projects to be considered as part of the Capital Improvements Program during the upcoming budget season. To tell the city what capital projects are needed in your neighborhood, complete and submit the form at www.rockvillemd.gov/Propose-a-Project by Friday, Sept. 13. The city’s CIP lays…
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New Wootton Parkway Speed Camera to Begin Issuing Citations
In a continuing effort to reduce the number of speeding vehicles in Rockville neighborhoods, the Rockville City Police Department deployed a speed monitoring system in late August near the intersection of southbound Wootton Parkway and Wootton Oats Court. While the portable camera unit is fully functional, the department will not initially issue citations. Beginning on…
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Rocktobierfest Presents Ample Opportunity to ‘Oompah!’
Rocktobierfest returns to Rockville Town Center on Saturday, Sept. 28 for a Bavarian-themed bash featuring bands, beers and bratwurst. The sixth edition of the free festival, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., will include two stages of live music, food, beer sales by local breweries, and an artisan shopping area. This popular event attracts nearly 8,000 people…
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City Police to Host Community Open House
An open house at the city’s police station will offer an opportunity to get to know the men and women who protect and serve Rockville. The Rockville City Police Department will welcome the community to an open house from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, featuring vehicle and equipment displays, K-9 demonstrations, a moon bounce,…
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Celebrate Senior Center Month at Rockville Senior Center
The national celebration of Senior Center Month in September is all about “powering connections.” Where better to do that than the city’s hub of activity for the 65 and older community at the Rockville Senior Center? Register with the course number at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. Learn about 60-plus programs, courses, activities and services at www.rockvillemd.gov/seniorcenter or by…
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Labor Day in Rockville
City government will be closed Monday, Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day. City Hall and the following city facilities will be closed: Lincoln Park, Thomas Farm and Twinbrook community centers; the Rockville Senior Center; Croydon Creek Nature Center and the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre and box office, which are closed Mondays; Glenview Mansion and…