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Changes to ‘Rockville Reports’ Design
Print Redesign Complements New Online Edition Readers this month will notice some subtle changes in the look of “Rockville Reports” to better serve our readers. These changes include larger photos and more graphics. Boxes accompanying some articles provide event details, offer quick glances at useful information and reference online resources. A redesigned Mayor and Council…
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Rockville City Police Officers Honored
The 27th Annual Rockville Public Safety Awards were held June 8 at Lakewood Country Club. Terrance N. Treschuk (far left), who retired June 1 after 27 years as Chief of Police, received a Lifetime Achievement Award. Officers receiving citations were (L to R) Cpl. Javier Baquero, Officer Daniel Morozewicz, Cpl. David Trogolo, Officer Brandon Thomas,…
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City’s Water Quality Receives High Marks for Safety
Includes Lead Testing Results Rockville’s drinking water is safe, the city’s Department of Public Works said in the Annual Drinking Water Quality Report released July 1. The report details the source, treatment, distribution, safety and quality of Rockville’s drinking water. Once again in 2015, Rockville’s drinking water met or exceeded all drinking water quality regulations…
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Pike Plan Scheduled for Mayor and Council Action
A finalized “Rockville’s Pike Neighborhood Plan” is scheduled for a decision by the Mayor and Council at their Monday, Aug. 1 meeting. Mayor and Council meetings held May 23, June 6 and June 13 generated numerous updates and edits to a draft plan approved in March by the city’s Planning Commission. Parts of the plan…
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Rappoport Named Acting Police Chief
Community Policing to Remain a Priority Under RCPD Veteran’s Leadership Maj. Bob Rappoport, a 28-year veteran of the Rockville City Police Department (RCPD), was appointed acting chief of the department, effective June 2, following the retirement of Terrance N. Treschuk, who served as chief for 27 years. As he has moved through the ranks of…
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Rappoport Named Acting Police Chief
Community Policing to Remain a Priority Under RCPD Veteran’s Leadership Maj. Bob Rappoport, a 28-year veteran of the Rockville City Police Department (RCPD), was appointed acting chief of the department, effective June 2, following the retirement of Terrance N. Treschuk, who served as chief for 27 years. As he has moved through the ranks of…
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Rockville Named ‘Best City for Families’ and ‘Banner City’
City Tops Livability.com List, ‘Banner’ Recognizes City’s Engaged Membership Rockville recently earned accolades for its family friendliness and for the city’s efforts to educate and engage its community about their government. Livability.com ranked Rockville No. 1 on its list of the 10 best cities for families in the United States, based on a study by…
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Local Artists Lent Their Talents
The Rockville Storm Drain Mural Project, sponsored by the city and VisArts, is helping to educate the public about the impact collective actions have on local waterways and the Chesapeake Bay. Artists decorated city storm drains in Twinbrook with original mural designs related to how storm drains – and what goes into them – impact…
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City Hall Closed on July Fourth
Recycling and Refuse to be Collected a Day Later Through Friday of the Holiday Week City Hall and the following city facilities will be closed Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day: Lincoln Park, Thomas Farm and Twinbrook community centers, the Rockville Senior Center, Croydon Creek Nature Center, Glenview Mansion and F. Scott Fitzgerald…
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Rockville Seniors, Inc. (RSI) Continues Support for the Rockville Senior Center
RSI presented a check for $20,000 to the City of Rockville to support the Rockville Senior Center during the annual Senior Center volunteer appreciation and RSI board elections on June 21. RSI is an 11-member nonprofit created by the Mayor and Council to ensure that the quality of life of all Rockville senior citizens is…