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Public Welcome to Review Town Center Master Plan Update
Members of the public are invited to review and provide feedback on the recently released draft of the updated Town Center Master Plan. The overarching goal of the master plan update is to strengthen Town Center by creating a cohesive vision for the planning area, one that meets the city’s goals and provides a clear…
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Road Resurfacing Scheduled Through June for Rockville
The State Highway Administration is paving, patching and sealing cracks on roadways in and around Rockville through late June. In mid-April, SHA began resurfacing several sections of MD 586 (Veirs Mill Road) through Rockville, from First Street to the bridge over Rock Creek, and in the Wheaton/Silver Spring areas. Work is being done weeknights, 9…
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Speed Limit Changes Mean Motorists Must Drive 35 on City Streets
All Rockville streets now have speed limits of 35 mph or less after the city completed speed limit reduction work on Gude Drive and Wootton Parkway in late April. The changes, which do not include state roads, updated signs to reduce speed limits from 40 to 35 mph on the following segments: The latest changes…
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State Legislative Wins: Support for Climate Action, Vision Zero and Nixing Noisy Vehicles
State aid for improvements to David Scull Park and legislation supporting the city’s affordable housing, climate action and Vision Zero efforts were among wins for Rockville during the Maryland General Assembly session that concluded April 8. The city’s Climate Action Plan sets goals for equitably reducing greenhouse gases and preparing the community to adapt to…
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Finding Out About Historic Preservation is as Easy as ABC
May is Preservation Month, and in recognition, the Historic District Commission will host “ABCs of Historic Preservation” at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 30. The hybrid event will provide members of the community with an overview of historic preservation in Rockville. Attendees will learn how local historic structures are designated and what designation means for a…
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Memorial Day in Rockville
Rockville City Hall and some city facilities will be closed Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day. Parking will be free at city-owned meters on May 27. Recycling, trash and yard waste collection will be made one day later than usual during the week of May 27. Find more information at www.rockvillemd.gov/recycling-trash. The following Rockville facilities…
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Rockville to Celebrate Juneteenth with Montgomery County and Local Author
The City of Rockville will once again join Montgomery County in celebrating Juneteenth with live music, food, art, films and awards on Saturday, June 15. Look for a City of Rockville table and city representatives at the celebration. The Montgomery County Office of Human Rights and the County Executive’s African American Advisory Group coordinate the…
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RHE Waitlists to Open for Housing Choice Voucher, Project-Based Voucher and Public Housing
Rockville Housing Enterprises opened its waitlists in April for the Housing Choice Voucher program, project-based voucher programs and public housing program. Those interested can apply for the waitlists online. RHE waitlists will remain open until further notice. Applicants will be required to provide contact information, including an email address for the application process, and details…
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Health and Wellness Coming Up in May-June at the Senior Center
Stay healthy, informed and entertained with seminars and events from the Rockville Senior Center in May and June. Register online with the course number. Learn about 60-plus programs, courses, activities, and services at www.rockvillemd.gov/seniorcenter or by calling 240-314-8800. For more information, see the “Adults 60+” recreation guide at www.rockvillemd.gov/life.
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Peerless Presents: Revolutionary War-Era History, Juneteenth and Celebrating 50 Years
May and June bring Peerless Rockville presentations about Revolutionary War-era Rockville and a historic Black church’s connection with the fight for emancipation, and a celebration of the historic preservation nonprofit’s 50th anniversary. Register for the following programs at www.peerlessrockville.org or using the city course number where indicated at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. Mary Beth Norton, professor emerita of…