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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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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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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…
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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…
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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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Performers and Sponsors Wanted for Rockville Pride
Rockville is seeking performers and sponsors to help celebrate its LGBTQ+ community during the ninth annual Rockville Pride festival. Hosted by the city’s Human Rights Commission, Rockville Pride will be held Sunday, June 1 in Rockville Town Square Park in Rockville Town Center Park at The Square, 131 Gibbs St. The event is free, open…
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Rockville Advances Annexation of Land Near Shady Grove Metro Station
The City of Rockville is advancing a proposal to annex 107.9 acres of land near the Shady Grove Metro Station. If adopted, the proposal would expand city boundaries and support transit-oriented development. The annexation, which includes property owned by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority and CSX Transportation, was introduced by the Mayor and Council…