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First Phase of New Online Permitting System to Go Live in October
MyGovernmentOnline, the first phase of a new permitting and planning platform, will go online Monday, Oct. 25. The new permit application process will be more convenient, and applicants will be able to track and manage all applications online. Permits will be searchable and permit reports viewable. The system will provide a fully integrated online application,…
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COG Transportation Board Removes I-270/I-495 Toll Lanes from Project List
The Washington Council of Governments Transportation Planning Board in June removed Gov. Larry Hogan’s toll lane plans for I-495 and I-270 from a list of projects to be included in the required air quality analysis of the region’s long-range transportation improvement plan. The removal leaves the plan for toll lanes at greater risk of not…
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Celebrate the Fourth Without Fireworks
The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate. The City of Rockville encourages you to do so safely and reminds residents that the private use and possession of fireworks, including sparklers, is illegal in Maryland and carries a $500 fine. Fireworks include firecrackers, skyrockets and Roman candles. Selling fireworks is also illegal and carries…
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Health and Wellness, Coming Up at the Senior Center
Stay home and stay well with free online seminars from the Rockville Senior Center in July and August. Register with the course number online at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration, call 240-314-8800 or email seniorcenter@rockvillemd.gov. Sessions are free, and run from 1-2 p.m., except where noted. Stress Reduction/MeditationTools to focus, relax, and come to a more peaceful sense of…
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Become an Ambassador for Rockville
Ready to make a difference in your community? How about signing on to become a Rockville Community Ambassador? Rockville Community Ambassadors are local volunteers who represent the City of Rockville in their neighborhood. Their role is to serve as connectors, providing direct support to residents while creating awareness of events and opportunities within their community.…
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Tips for Self-Care During Times of Stress
The City of Rockville Community Services Division can help residents access services to address health, mental health, housing, financial insecurity, food insecurity, child care and more. Here are some tips from the DHCD to help find calm during times of stress: Take care of basic needs, for example, sleep, relaxation time, time outside, nutrition or…
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Meet a Rockville Employee: Cpl. Derrick Tibbs
Cpl. Derrick Tibbs, an eight-year veteran of the Rockville City Police Department affectionately known as “Officer Smiley,” is in his first year as the department’s community services officer after serving as a patrol officer for most of his career. He took over the role in October from longtime CSO Ken Matney, who was promoted to…
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No Weed and Feed? No Problem!
The Mayor and Council on April 26 voted unanimously to allow Montgomery County’s pesticide law to apply in the city, effective Jan. 1, 2022. The law restricts the use of certain pesticides on private lawns, playgrounds, mulched recreation areas and child care facilities, prohibiting most synthetic pesticides. Organic lawn care is healthier for children, pets…
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Annual Crime Report Shows Reductions Across All Major Categories
The Rockville City Police Department reported a decrease in violent crimes in 2020, in an annual crime report that analyzes the year’s crime statistics and details the department’s ongoing community policing mission. “Our nation continues to experience profound challenges in the law enforcement world,” Chief Victor V. Brito wrote in a message introducing the report.…