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Rockville Honored for a 35th Time for Its Budget Presentation
The city’s Department of Finance in September earned the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for Rockville’s FY 2026 Adopted Budget. The award reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff to meet the highest principles of governmental budgeting. This is the 35th time the city has received the honor. To receive…
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Welcome to Rockville
Rockville’s Department of Public Works operations maintenance staff installed bold new window decals on the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority pedestrian bridge that provides access across Route 355 to and from the Rockville Metro station. The design spells “Town Center” with the city’s branded “R” and is featured on both sides of the bridge.
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Redesigned Website Will Open Your Digital Door to Rockville This October
Note: The new website launches at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29. During the first 24 hours, some users may experience brief interruptions when accessing the site. Most visitors should see the new site within 10-15 minutes, but for some, it may take up to 24 hours for the change to fully take effect as internet…
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Spot the Spotted Lanternflies
The spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect native to eastern Asia that can damage crops, has recently spread throughout Maryland. This pest, also known as Lycorma delicatula, does not bite or sting and is primarily a nuisance pest in home gardens, but is considered a threat to agriculture. Maryland residents are urged to report sightings of…
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City Urges Public to Help Protect Young Trees From Vandalism
Damage has been reported to protective equipment installed around newly planted trees in Rockville parks and rights-of-way. Examples include cut tree stakes and deer cages being removed. These protective measures are essential, as stakes provide support to help trees grow straight and stable during early development; deer cages prevent bark damage caused by buck rubbing,…
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Budget Survey, Now Available Online, Offers Opportunity for Input on Priorities
Mayor and Council to Hold First Budget Hearing in November An online survey is now available for community members to identify their budget priorities and options for maintaining a balanced budget ahead of city budget hearings that will begin later this fall. Public participation in the budget process is a high priority for the Mayor…
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Rockville Adopts SolarAPP+ to Speed Solar Permitting
Rockville has launched Solar Automated Permit Processing Plus, or SolarAPP+, a web-based platform that automates plan review and permitting for residential rooftop solar systems. The pilot program, part of the city’s Climate Action Plan, is intended to cut wait times, lower costs and streamline the permitting process for homeowners and installers of solar equipment. Operated…
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Fall Events Highlight Walking, Biking and Rolling ’Round Rockville
September and October bring events to Rockville focused on getting around on foot and on wheels. The Washington Area Bicyclist Association, with the support of the Rockville Bicycle Advisory Committee, hosts the first-ever Montgomery County Family Biking Festival from 1-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14 at The Square at Rockville Town Center. The festival will offer…
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Rocktobierfest Brings the Bands, Beers and Bratwurst
Rocktobierfest returns to Rockville Town Center on Saturday, Sept. 27 for a Bavarian-themed bash. The seventh 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 each year. Bavarian bands and…