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Regional Drought Watch Issued
Rockville to Join Metro D.C. Communities in Calling for Water Conservation The City of Rockville is asking residents and businesses to conserve water under a regional drought watch issued today by the Drought Coordination Committee of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. The metropolitan Washington region, which contains nearly six million people, has been experiencing…
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Rockville Gun Buyback Returns Aug. 17
Rockville offers an opportunity for community members to dispose of unwanted firearms voluntarily, anonymously and safely with a gun buyback event from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17 at RedGate Park, 14500 Avery Road. The Rockville City Police Department, in partnership with the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, sponsors the event, which allows community members…
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Help Us Help You: The City Seeks Public Input for Inventory of Water Service Lines
A map posted to Rockville’s website in June will enable residents to help the city identify materials used in the water service lines throughout the city, as required by recent U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rule changes. The Lead and Copper Rule Revisions require that all water service providers, including the City of Rockville, prepare an…
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Building a Better Recreation Pool
Outdoor Rec Pool to Close Aug. 16 for Renovations The Rockville Swim and Fitness Center’s outdoor recreation pool will close at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, to allow a comprehensive renovation and reconfiguration to begin. These will include improvements to accessibility, and modernized amenities and infrastructure that will provide new recreational features and pools for…
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New Webpage Will Help You Navigate Code Enforcement
The city has launched a new community enhancement code enforcement webpage. This new resource provides comprehensive information on maintaining property standards, addressing common violations and ensuring neighborhood aesthetics, including how to report a code violation. The webpage also offers guidelines for preventing overcrowded dwellings and maintaining safe, visually appealing communities. Residents can find details on…
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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. A formal review and approval process for the plan will begin this summer. The Planning Commission was scheduled to introduce the plan on Wednesday, June 26, and will hold a public hearing…
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New Public Record Request System to Enhance City Transparency and Customer Service
A new web-based platform that automates public records requests is enhancing Rockville’s ability to respond to the public efficiently and effectively. The public has a legal right to access records the city creates in the transaction of public business unless the record is protected by law. The JustFOIA system, launched in June, automates much of…
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Mayor and Council Approve Budget to Maintain Services and Sustain Progress
A $168.3 million city budget adopted by the Mayor and Council in May maintains city services and emphasizes priorities and focus areas for the year ahead. The adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2025, which begins July 1, is an increase of 7.1% over the Fiscal Year 2024 adopted budget. It keeps the city’s real property…
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Mayor for a Day, the Rockville Way
Rockville welcomed Callie Walker, winner of the “If I Were Mayor…” essay contest, in May. Walker, a fourth-grader at St. Mary’s School, was interviewed by Rockville 11 and visited the Rockville City Police Department, the Department of Public Works Equipment Show, and Croydon Creek Nature Center, and had lunch with Mayor Monique Ashton. She was…
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Health and Wellness Coming Up in July-August at the Senior Center
Stay healthy, informed and entertained with seminars and events from the Rockville Senior Center in July and August. Register with the course number at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. 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.