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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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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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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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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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Rockville Advances Key Housing and Community Initiatives
Rockville’s Department of Housing and Community Development is making strides in advancing housing initiatives and community support programs, following strategic planning and Mayor and Council work sessions. As Rockville advances these initiatives, residents can expect continued engagement and policy updates designed to strengthen housing access, affordability and economic opportunity throughout the city. Learn more about…
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Rockets to Robots, Snakes to Stream Science — Rockville Science Day Offers Something for All
Explore rockets, robots, chemistry, reptiles and more at Rockville Science Day on Sunday, April 27. This Rockville tradition, now in its 34th year, will be held from noon- 5 p.m. at Montgomery College, Rockville Campus, 51 Mannakee St. The free event offers individuals and families a chance to experience hands-on science and technology-related exhibits, activities,…
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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…
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Fun is in the Air at Glenview
The F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre and Social Hall is closed for improvements until Sept. 1. The box office at Rockville Civic Center Cottage, 603 Edmonston Drive, sells tickets to offsite shows. Visit www.rockvillemd.gov/theatre for box office hours and ticket purchasing. Murder at the Mansion presents “Bingo B4 Murder” 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 4…