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Vision Zero Makes Progress with Improvements and Public Meetings
Virtual Meeting April 30 to Discuss Bike Facilities Vision Zero planning and projects are making progress as Rockville continues creating safer travel routes for all. A virtual public meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30 for staff to share three proposed alternatives to add bicycle facilities along East Jefferson Street between Rollins Avenue…
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Working on a Historic Property? You Could Qualify for a Tax Credit
Restoring or repairing the outside of a historic home? Preserving the exterior of a historic structure? You could be eligible for a property tax credit. Rockville participates in a tax credit program for local structures designated as historic. If your property in Rockville is designated by the city as historic and you spent at least…
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Rockville is Ready: Mayor and Council Approve Plan to Speed Adoption of Electric Vehicles
The Mayor and Council on March 24 adopted an Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan that contains 26 actions to help support the transition from combustion engine vehicles to electric vehicles for City of Rockville residents, businesses and visitors. The plan identifies how the city can work with county, state and federal programs toward rapid adoption of…
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Sewer Backups and What the City Can Do for You
When it comes to homeowner nightmares, few things are more stressful, inconvenient or damaging than having a sewer backup or water discharge into your home. The city actively tries to educate the public that fats, oils and grease — also known as FOG — as well as wipes can cause blockages in sanitary sewer lines.…
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Drug Take Back Day: Drive Up, Drop Off Unwanted Medication
The Rockville City Police Department offers a safe, free and anonymous way to dispose of unwanted prescription drugs on Sunday, April 27. City police will accept leftover — including expired — prescription drugs from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Rockville City Police Station parking lot at 2 W. Montgomery Ave. RCPD officers and members of…
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Summer Camp Slots Still Available
Missed the opening registration day for Rockville’s summer camps? No problem — we still have lots of activities available to keep your camper busy! Visit www.rockvillemd.gov/camps for more information. Register with the course number at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. Here are a few to consider: School of Music This week-long day camp teaches kids how to play ukulele,…
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Building a Greener Future: Year Three of Climate Action
Rockville will mark three years of progress on its Climate Action Plan with an update to the Mayor and Council highlighting grants to support flood resiliency, an expanded city fleet of electric vehicles, new composting stations, and rebates for residents installing environmentally friendly landscaping. The Mayor and Council initiated the plan in January 2022 with…
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Need Help with Home Repairs? Reach Out to Rockville
April is Healthy Housing Month. Is your housing healthy? Rockville’s Department of Housing and Community Development is seeking applicants for its single-family rehabilitation program. Eligible homeowners can receive up to $25,000 for home improvements. Typical repairs include roof replacement, plumbing and electrical upgrades, furnace replacement, and kitchen and bathroom rehabilitation. The City of Rockville gives…