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Final Days to Take Climate Action Plan Survey
Nearly 50 people attended an open house on Nov. 17 to share their vision for Rockville’s Climate Action Plan. There’s still time for you to share your thoughts on the plan, a Mayor and Council priority initiative, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and prepare the community to adapt to a changing climate. Share your vision…
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Rockville Wants Drivers to Stop on Red Before Making Right Turns
The City of Rockville is taking steps to make sure drivers know the right way to make a right turn after stopping at a red light. The city is posting “Right Turn Yield on Red After Stop” signs at 10 intersections within Rockville city limits where red-light cameras help enforce state law. The signs remind…
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Check Once, Check Twice
State, county and city actions to slow the spread of COVID-19 mean uncertainty for activities, programs and facility hours in the City of Rockville. In addition to holiday closures announced in the December print edition of “Rockville Reports,” city government offices will be closed Thursday, Dec. 24 to give employees an extra day to spend…
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Mayor and Council Public Hearing Notice: Tree Planting
The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing, 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, on a text amendment to the city’s zoning code to modify tree planting requirements for new residential lots containing townhouses, duplexes and other attached units. The zoning ordinance requires three trees be planted on each new residential lot, including new townhouse lots and lots…
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Watch Out for Poisonous Mushrooms and Vegetation in Rockville Parks
Mushrooms, including poisonous mushrooms, are ubiquitous to this area of Maryland, including many Rockville parks. Additionally, there are several plants with toxic roots, stems or fruits (including berries). Consumption of any plant or fungi from a local park can be dangerous or even fatal. City of Rockville code prohibits the removal of shrubs, bushes, plants…