The city, Rockville Economic Development, Inc., and the Rockville Chamber of Commerce have worked together to create smoother and more timely development and permitting processes, as well as improvements to requirements for permanent signage that allows shopping centers greater visibility.
To support new and existing businesses, future actions under consideration include changes to parking standards, improving opportunities for existing and new businesses, and supporting redevelopment.
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Earlier this fall, city contractors completed paving Baltimore Road between First Street and Edmonston Drive. Curb bump outs were installed at Baltimore Road and Grandin Avenue, and at Baltimore Road and South Horners Lane. Crews also completed grading and preparation for the installation of a pervious shared-use path on the south side of Baltimore Road between the Rockville High School driveway and Twinbrook Parkway.
Upcoming work includes installing signage between First Street and Edmonston Drive, and continuing the installation of storm drain structure and pipe between Edmonston Drive and Avery Road. To learn more about this project to improve safety and access on Baltimore Road, visit www.rockvillemd.gov/baltimoreroadproject.
“We owe an incredible debt to those who have worn the flag of our nation on their arm, and who put their lives on the line to protect the rights and freedoms that we hold so dear,” said Governor Hogan. “Our veterans serve as a reminder every single day of the immeasurable cost of war, and of the immense price of freedom. Operation Green Light brings us together across the state to show our gratitude to our veterans, and just as importantly, raise awareness for the resources available to them and their families.”
Illumination of Landmarks Across The State. Through Operation Green Light—which is spearheaded by the National Association of Counties (NACo)—governments, businesses, and residents are encouraged to participate by simply changing one exterior light bulb to a green bulb. State government buildings scheduled to be illuminated include Government House, Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs cemeteries and memorials, Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, and the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration’s Glen Burnie headquarters. Additional landmarks being illuminated include M&T Bank Stadium, the Baltimore Convention Center, the University of Maryland Medical System, and Johns Hopkins University.
Janss is approximately 6-feet, 3-inches tall and weighs 230 pounds. He has grey hair and brown eyes and was last seen wearing a red sweatshirt, with the words “Butler’s Orchard” written on the front and blue jeans.
Janss may be traveling in a 2014 dark blue Ram truck with Maryland license plate 1BN7057. He may be in the Morgantown, WV area. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.
While nobody won the estimated $1.2 billion jackpot in last night’s Powerball drawing but there were several 3rd-teir prize winning tickets sold in MoCo. A $100,000 winning ticket was sold at Steve’s Beer, Wine & Deli (12132 Darnestown Road, Gaithersburg) and a $50,000 winning ticket sold at 3 Star Beer & Wine (18524 Woodfield Road, Gaithersburg). Last night’s winning numbers were 2, 11, 22, 35 and 60; and the Powerball was 23. Additional details below courtesy of the Maryland lottery:
The Powerball jackpot rolled again last night to an estimated annuity value of $1.5 billion for Saturday’s drawing, and in the process it generated a wave of big winners in Maryland. Although there was no jackpot winner, there were $1 million winning second-tier tickets sold in Calvert County and Baltimore City, along with three $100,000 third-tier winning tickets with Power Play and five $50,000 third-tier winning tickets. Powerball has nine prize tiers ranging from $4 up to the jackpot.
“Montgomery College has had a presence in the East County since 2015, when we established a community engagement center inside the East County Regional Service Center on Briggs Chaney Road,” said MC President Williams. “[Since 2015] the College has served thousands of people seeking training and job skills. These individuals have been empowered to take advantage of classes and learning opportunities –many of them free, such as English classes and computer trainings—that have improved their earning potential. Now it’s time to expand those opportunities and we can do so with the help of everyone here today.”
Montgomery College currently has three campuses (Germantown, Rockville, Takoma Park/Silver Spring) and two training centers in Gaithersburg and Wheaton. The ECEC will be the largest of the College’s three centers and nearly four times larger than the Gaithersburg site.
“After two years of COVID-19 precautionary measures, I am very excited that this year we will finally be back to host an in-person Youth Town Hall,” said Council President Gabe Albornoz. “Civic participation is so important, and it’s never too early to engage with elected representatives.This is a great opportunity for all students to participate and ask questions to their County Councilmembers, and it also helps us become more cognizant of the priorities of the residents that will shape, and be, the future of our County.”
Montgomery County Public Schools students need to register to receive their student-service learning hours for advocacy. All students interested in participating can register here.
Residents are asked to pile leaves near the street, but off the road. They should avoid placing leaves on road shoulders, bike lanes and rain gardens as leaves in these areas can disrupt traffic, negatively impact stormwater drainage, hamper snow removal operations and become a fire hazard for automobiles parked over them. Leaf piles also limit the availability of residential parking and, especially when wet, can pose a hazard for cyclists and pedestrians. Since 1983, the County has been composting the leaves it collects at a County-operated facility in Dickerson. The compost produces a fertilizer called Leafgro, which is sold in retail stores.
“This program keeps fall leaves out of our storm drains and uses them for compost,” said County Executive Marc Elrich. “This valuable service helps our neighborhoods and provides a great product.”
The County continues to provide free N-95 masks and rapid test kits at multiple locations.
Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Government, and programs that impact County residents, will observe schedule and program changes for the observance of Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11. County […]