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Celebrate the Fourth Safely
The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate. But leave the fireworks to the professionals. The private use and possession of fireworks, including sparklers, is illegal in Montgomery County and carries a fine of up to $1,000 and/or six months in jail. Public fireworks displays require proper permits and insurance. Fireworks were involved in…
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Keeping Hydrants Flush with Safety
Rockville residents might not give much thought to fire hydrants, but the city spends a good deal of time and money ensuring hydrants are in working order, so that if they’re needed, they’re ready. Rockville maintains approximately 180 miles of water pipes, 4,100 valves and 1,300 fire hydrants. The city is divided into 39 water-main…
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High Temperatures This Week May Affect Trash and Recycling Collection
Rockville’s trash and recycling collections may be impacted by this week’s high temperatures. To protect crews, collection services may be adjusted or suspended as conditions change. Residents should have carts the evening before collection day as crews may be out earlier than usual. Crews may take longer than usual to complete their routes due to…
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Lincoln Park Community Center Reopens After Yearlong Renovation
The Lincoln Park Community Center officially reopened Wednesday, July 1, following a comprehensive renovation that began in May 2025. The 12,500-square-foot facility now features major upgrades, including new restrooms, accessibility improvements, infrastructure modernization and reconfigured program spaces designed for increased flexibility. New amenities include a STEM classroom and an accessible fitness room on the main…
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Above and Beyond the Call
The 37th Annual Rockville Public Safety Awards honored members of the Rockville City Police Department. Recipients, flanked by Lt. Andy Crawford (L) and Lt. Kenneth Matney (R), with Lt. Dan Romeril fourth from left and Maj. Bill Nieberding sixth from right, are (L to R): Sgt. Anthony Casabona, Officer Sara Epps, Cpl. Nicholas Weiss, Sgt.…
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Help Rockville Budget and Build
The Rockville community will have two opportunities from July 1-Oct. 1 to help shape the city’s future: proposing capital projects for their neighborhoods and sharing priorities through the city’s budget survey. Each year, the city develops a budget that includes funding for facilities, infrastructure, services and long-term improvements. Large-scale investments in city facilities and infrastructure…
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FY27 Budget Maintains Focus on Safety, Economic Development, Housing and Sustaining Progress
Rockville’s $186.8 million budget, adopted May 4, maintains city services and emphasizes the Mayor and Council’s focus areas of public safety, economic development and housing. The budget for Fiscal Year 2027, which begins July 1, is a 6.5% increase over the FY 2026 budget and was informed by comprehensive feedback from the public. About $11…
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Green Grants and Rebates Info Session
Learn about two Rockville programs to help residents and organizations improve their properties, support the environment and save money during a virtual information session, 6-7 p.m. Monday, July 13. Register at rockvillemd.gov/greengrants. Outreach and Restoration Grant Program: Apply for grants for shovel-ready community projects, such as large-scale tree plantings, habitat restoration, pollution reduction campaigns, neighborhood…
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Could Solar Save You Thousands?
Curious about rooftop solar but unsure where to start? The Switch Together program offers a simple, no-pressure way to explore your options. Offered in partnership with Montgomery County and nonprofit Solar United Neighbors, the program connects residents with vetted installers and discounted group pricing. Registration is free, there’s no obligation to move forward and participants…
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Save the Date: Fall Tree Giveaway Registration Opens Sept. 1
Planning to add a tree to your yard this fall? Preregistration for Rockville’s annual Fall Tree Giveaway opens 7 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, at rockvillemd.gov/treegiveaway. City residents can reserve one free tree per household, with tree pickup on Saturday, Sept. 26, at Taft Center, 6 Taft Court. Looking to plant even more? The Rockville RainScapes…