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Climate Solutions Speaker Series Presents ‘Planting Trees in a Changing Climate’
Join the City of Rockville and Robert Shaut, director of tree operations at Casey Trees, to learn how trees contribute to a more resilient community and get tips for choosing and planting trees on your property in the latest installment of Rockville’s Climate Solutions Speaker Series. The free virtual webinar, from 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb.…
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Be an Energy Star and Go Electric on Your Next Vehicle
Buy Energy-Saving Products Feb. 17-19 and Search for EV Incentives Homeowners thinking about upgrading an appliance, replacing a refrigerator, or even changing a light bulb, can do so tax free on Presidents Day weekend. On Feb. 17-19, purchases of the following energy-efficient Energy Star products are free from Maryland’s 6% sales tax:
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Mayor and Council to Continue Budget Work, Receive Proposed Budget in March
Community Budget Priorities Survey Available in Multiple Languages Acting City Manager Craig L. Simoneau is scheduled to present Rockville’s proposed Fiscal Year 2025 operating budget and Capital Improvements Program on Monday, March 4, followed by Mayor and Council public hearings and work sessions in March and April. The proposed budget will be available beginning Friday,…
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Compliance Engine System Makes Rockville Safer
The Compliance Engine continues to improve fire safety in Rockville, with a 30% reduction in unwanted fire alarm and sprinkler activations citywide. The service allows oversight by Rockville’s fire marshal and Inspection Services Division of fire alarm, sprinkler, smoke control and commercial cooking extinguisher systems installed within commercial and multifamily dwellings in the City of…
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King’s Legacy Lives on in Service and Fellowship
The City of Rockville honored the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. in January with a week of service activities and the city’s 52nd annual celebration of the civil rights leader. The celebration at Rockville High School included a film screening of “Finding Fellowship,” which recounts how three racially segregated churches in Gaithersburg…
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Presidents Day Brings Closures in Rockville
City government, including City Hall and most city facilities, will be closed on Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 19. The Rockville Swim and Fitness Center and the Rockville Skate Park will be open for regular hours on Feb. 19. Visit www.rockvillemd.gov/swimcenter or www.rockvillemd.gov/skatepark for details. All other city facilities will be closed, including the Rockville Senior…
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Key Tips: Theft Prevention for Hyundai and Kia Owners
Thieves are exploiting a system flaw to steal Kia and Hyundai vehicles with 2011-2021 model years. Thefts of these vehicles have been on the rise nationally and regionally, including in Rockville, following social media posts showing how to start these cars without a key by using a USB cable. Owners whose Kia or Hyundai uses…
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Rockville’s Vision Zero Efforts Roll (and Walk and Bike) On With Projects Citywide
The City of Rockville is moving forward with projects citywide focused on making all forms of mobility safer for all users as part of the city’s Vision Zero initiative. The plan, adopted in 2020 by the Mayor and Council and discussed with them in a report by the city’s Vision Zero coordinator on Jan. 22,…
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Join Us for Rockville’s Lunar New Year Celebration
Celebrate Rockville’s Asian cultures with performances, interactive displays, kids’ crafts and to-go snack boxes at the city’s Lunar New Year celebration. The annual celebration will be held from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 17, at Rockville High School, 2100 Baltimore Road. Multicultural performances begin at 10:30 a.m. and include dancing, drumming, martial arts, singing…