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Bike Racks Mean Business — And Grants Are Available
Studies show that businesses with bicycle parking near their storefront get a measurable sales boost. Business owners without bicycle parking near their shop or office could qualify for a rack — provided and installed for free by the City of Rockville — under the city’s Bike Rack Grant Program. Learn more about the program and…
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Fresh Air and Splashy Summer Fun
This article has been updated from the print version to correct the pool opening date. The Rockville Swim and Fitness Center’s outdoor recreation pool, complete with a large slide, sprayground and tot pool, will open for the season on Memorial Day weekend, Saturday, May 25. The outdoor fitness pool will open for preseason swimming in…
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Public Outreach on Zoning Code Rewrite to be Held in Fall
Fall is when the Rockville community will have its opportunity to chime in on a project to rewrite and update the city’s zoning ordinance. A consultant team is developing draft zoning regulations for the current phase of the project based on a diagnostic report that is a result of the team’s analysis of the city’s…
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Public Input Requested on Changes to Rockville’s Forestry and Tree Regulations
The city is seeking public input on amendments to Rockville’s forestry and tree preservation ordinance at two forums in May. The first, at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 2, is tailored for applicants, developers and industry professionals with a technical interest who already have background knowledge of state and city law. The second, at 7 p.m.…
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County to Provide Update on Seven Locks Justice Complex
Representatives from Montgomery County will deliver an update on the Seven Locks Justice Complex during the Monday, April 29 meeting of Rockville’s Mayor and Council. The complex is proposed for the 25.8-acres county-owned detention facility site at 1451 Seven Locks Road. The Mayor and Council meet at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 111 Maryland Ave. For more information, subscribe to agenda…
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Rockville and Pepco Unveil New EV Charging Stations
Rockville is taking steps to meet the growing demand for electric vehicle chargers with the launch of new EV charging stations at locations across the city. Pepco officials joined members of Rockville’s Mayor and Council and city staff April 15 for a ribbon-cutting of the two chargers on Vinson Street adjacent City Hall. Additional Level…
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Alternative Rock Band Everclear to Headline Rockville’s Hometown Holidays
Make Memorial Day Weekend Great at RedGate with the City’s Annual Music Fest Everclear, the alternative rock band whose career spans four decades and many memorable hits, will headline the City of Rockville’s Hometown Holidays Music Fest on Memorial Day weekend at RedGate Park. The annual free festival takes place from noon-7 p.m. Saturday, May…
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Make the Solar Switch and Earn Energy from the Sun
Lower your energy costs, become energy independent and take part in the renewable revolution: Join Solar Switch to learn about options for installing a solar energy system on the rooftop of your home or small business. Solar Switch, formerly the Capital Area Solar Co-Op, will be open for applications from Monday, April 1 through Wednesday,…
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Mayor and Council Work to Protect Renters from Excessive Rent Hikes
In a move to protect renters, the Mayor and Council adopted 2.6% as the Voluntary Rent Guideline for 2024. The voluntary rent guideline became effective in March. The guideline encourages landlords to hold rent increases to the lowest level possible. The resolution asks landlords to increase rent by no more than 2.6%, or less, if…