Rockville public meetings in 2025
31 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will consider a resolution to designate the Rockville Metro Station and surrounding area as a Maryland Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) site. They will also vote on supporting MTA's FRA grant application, introduce amendments to the Green Building Code, and adopt updated Fire and Life Safety Codes. Consent agenda includes a $4.6M stream restoration contract and a $15,850 grant for historical cemetery investigation.
- Resolution to designate Rockville Metro Station area as a Maryland TOD site
- Authorization for City Manager to sign letter supporting MTA's FRA grant application for intercity passenger rail
- Introduction of ordinance amending Green Building Code (Chapter 5, Article XIV)
- Adoption of ordinance updating Fire Code to 2024 editions of NFPA 1 and NFPA 101
- Award of $4,640,979.75 contract to Kinsley Construction for Croydon Creek & Calvin Park stream restoration
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will consider the adoption of the King Farm Farmstead Master Plan and a funding application for the FY 2027 Community Development Block Grant. The body will also review several contracts for network infrastructure and athletic court maintenance.
- Adoption of the King Farm Farmstead Master Plan
- Contract not to exceed $1,918,566.90 with DSI and Cisco Systems Capital Corporation for network hardware and software
- Annual contract not to exceed $500,000 with ATC Corp. for athletic court maintenance and repairs
- Funding application for Program FY 2027/Year 52 Community Development Block Grant
- Worksession on Chapter 18 Update regarding Rental Facilities and Landlord-Tenant Relations
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will discuss authorizing a zoning text amendment to replace Chapter 25 of the City Code and a comprehensive map amendment to implement the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite. The body will also consider several procurement contracts for city services.
- Authorization to file Zoning Text Amendment to revise and replace Chapter 25 of the City Code
- Authorization to file Comprehensive Map Amendment Application to implement the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite
- Rider Agreement with Environmental Quality Resources, LLC for vegetation management up to $125,000
- Procurement contract with Kuehne Chemical Company for sodium hypochlorite up to $103,500
- Rider Agreement with Empire Landscape, LLC for vegetation management not-to-exceed $125,000
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a project plan amendment for affordable housing at 41 Maryland Avenue. The body will also consider a $1.5 million grant for RedGate Park and Arboretum improvements.
- Project Plan Application PJT 2025-23: 147-unit affordable housing building at 41 Maryland Avenue
- Acceptance of $1,500,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for RedGate Park and Arboretum
- Contract with Olney Masonry, Corp. not-to-exceed $350,000 for roadway resurfacing and sidewalks
- Funding application for FY 2027/Year 52 Community Development Block Grant
- Water meter easement on Lot 3, Block A, City Center
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will hold the first public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. Action items include a budget amendment for FY 2026, adoption of an ordinance to ban plastic carryout bags, and an ordinance updating eviction notice requirements to match state law. A worksession will discuss rental license inspections.
- Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Public Hearing #1
- Introduction and possible adoption of Budget Amendment #2 to appropriate funds and levy taxes for FY 2026
- Adoption of ordinance prohibiting plastic carryout bags in Rockville, aligning with Montgomery County code
- Adoption of ordinance updating eviction notice requirements in rental facilities to comply with current state law
- Worksession on rental license inspections
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will review inclusionary zoning research and the Moderately Priced Dwelling Unit program, discuss revisions to the Arts and Cultural Affairs Ordinance, and hear a presentation on the county's new Cultural Plan. The consent agenda includes a grant extension, a public art proposal, and a shared-use path design agreement. Several proclamations and recognitions are scheduled.
- Worksession on Inclusionary Zoning Research and MPDU Program
- Chapter IV Arts and Cultural Affairs Ordinance Revisions
- Special Presentation by AHCMC on County Cultural Plan
- Consent: Authorize no-cost extension of contract with Maryland Energy Administration to March 27, 2026
- Consent: Approval of Memory Walk Park Public Art Proposal by Dina Fisher
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will vote on adopting the King Farm Farmstead Master Plan and hold a worksession on the Rockville Housing Enterprises Annual Report. There are no public hearings or consent agenda items.
- Adoption of King Farm Farmstead Master Plan
- Worksession on Rockville Housing Enterprises (RHE) Annual Report
- Boards and Commissions appointments and reappointments
- Drop-in session with Mayor Ashton and Councilmember Jackson from 5:15-6:15 PM
- Community forum for public comments
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will discuss a zoning ordinance rewrite and a feasibility study for Twinbrook Elementary School. The body is also deciding on 2026 state legislative priorities and changes to residential parking permit rules.
- Ordinance to amend City Code Section 23-47 to expand residential parking permit eligibility
- Resolution to adopt 2026 State Legislative Priorities and Legislative Bond Initiatives
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite (ZOR) work session including rezoning near Twinbrook Metro Station
- Montgomery County Public Schools Twinbrook Elementary School Feasibility Study presentation
- Historic District Commission FY25 Annual Report presentation
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will consider consent agenda items including a $655,370 software contract and an MOU on transportation impact taxes, then hold worksessions on the Transportation and Mobility Commission annual report, the King Farm Farmstead Master Plan, and the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite covering topics such as amenity space, landscaping, signs, nonconformities, historic preservation, and a recommended rezoning near the Twinbrook Metro Station.
- Award contract to AtkinsRéalis USA Inc. for asset management and CRM software, not to exceed $655,370
- Approve amended and restated MOU with Montgomery County for transportation impact taxes for new developments in Rockville
- Authorize service agreement with Off Duty Management for scheduling and reimbursement of off-duty Rockville Police officers
- Worksession on King Farm Farmstead Master Plan
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite work session including discussions on amenity space, landscaping, signs, nonconformities, historic preservation, and recommended rezoning near Twinbrook Metro Station
Mayor and Council
The Rockville City Council will adopt a resolution to approve Project Plan Application PJT 2025-20, converting 13,011 square feet of street‑level retail into 13 residential units at 198 East Montgomery Avenue. The council will also authorize the City Manager to implement Pepco’s EmPowerMD rebate program for Phase 2 of the LED streetlight conversion CIP project and appoint Manisha Tewari as the city’s representative to the Town Square Condominium Board. Additional items include a review of the Financial Advisory Board FY 2025 report and FY 2026 action plan and several proclamations for September observances.
- Adopt resolution to approve conversion of 13,011 sq ft retail to 13 residential units at 198 East Montgomery Ave (Project Plan Application PJT 2025‑20)
- Authorize City Manager to execute Pepco EmPowerMD rebate program for Phase 2 LED streetlight conversion CIP project
- Appointment of Manisha Tewari, Planning and Research Manager, as City representative to Town Square Condominium Board
- Financial Advisory Board FY 2025 Annual Report and FY 2026 Action Plan
- Proclamations declaring September observances (National Day of Service, Disability Voting Rights Week, Hispanic Heritage Month, etc.)
Mayor and Council
The Rockville Mayor and Council will vote to ratify the City Manager’s execution of a Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps Program Host Agreement with the Chesapeake Bay Trust. They will also authorize a no‑cost extension of Contract No. 2024-16-520S1 through September 30, 2026. A public hearing will be held on FY 2027 Community Development Block Grant funding, and the council will accept the consultant’s final report on the Election Code update. An update on the city’s Vision Zero traffic‑safety plan will also be presented.
- Ratify and approve the Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps Program Host Agreement with the Chesapeake Bay Trust
- Authorize Amendment No. 1 for a no‑cost extension of Contract No. 2024-16-520S1 to September 30, 2026
- Public hearing on FY 2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding
- Accept consultant’s final report on the Election Code update
- Vision Zero progress update
Mayor and Council
The Rockville Mayor and Council will consider several actions, including a consent agenda with multiple authorizations. Key items are a contract for the Potomac Valley Road Sidewalk Project, a grant for two electric senior transit buses, and an ordinance to fund FY 2026 budget amendments. The council will also adopt a name change for the Senior Citizens Commission and approve a memorandum of understanding for The Square at Rockville City Center.
- Authorize contract (IFB #28-25) to Olney Masonry Corp. for Potomac Valley Road Sidewalk, up to $317,123.50
- Approve grant agreement with Maryland Energy Administration for two electric senior transit buses
- Adopt resolution renaming Senior Citizens Commission to Rockville Commission on Aging
- Introduce ordinance amending Ordinance No. 07-25 to appropriate FY 2026 funds (Budget Amendment #1)
- Approve MOU for The Square at Rockville City Center with Morguard Commercial owners
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will consider approving the final design for the Twinbrook Community Recreation Center Annex Mural and authorizing a Memorandum of Agreement with the Maryland Transportation Authority Police to grant jurisdictional authority in the City of Rockville. The meeting will also include a City Manager's Report and a Worksession on rent stabilization, election reform, and economic development.
- Approval of Final Design for Twinbrook Community Recreation Center Annex Mural
- Authorization for City Manager to enter into MOA with MDTA Police for jurisdictional authority
- City Manager's Report
- Worksession on Rent Stabilization
- Worksession on Election Reform Recommendations
Mayor and Council
The Rockville Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on extending the implementation period for the approved Project Plan at 900 Rockville Pike (Project PJT2025-00022). The agenda also includes adopting an ordinance amendment to Chapter 15 (Personnel) of the City Code and authorizing a settlement agreement. Additional items are proclamations, a sister‑cities presentation, and a park project update.
- Public Hearing for PJT 2025-00022 to extend the 900 Rockville Pike project plan
- Resolution to adopt amendment to the 900 Rockville Pike Project Plan (PJT2025-0022)
- Ordinance amendment to sections of Chapter 15 (Personnel) of the City Code
- Resolution to authorize execution of a settlement agreement and release
- Rockville Sister Cities Corporation FY25 Annual Presentation
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will hear a special presentation on preservation of affordable housing, then consider consent agenda items including a $1.19M technology support contract with DSI and $1.53M in community grants. A public hearing and action item address amending economic development revenue bonds for The Village at Rockville. Worksessions cover rewriting rental facilities/landlord-tenant transparency rules and city election reform.
- Special presentation: Preservation of Affordable Housing in Rockville
- Consent: $1,190,015.26 contract with DSI for technical support services
- Consent: 34 FY 2026 Community Services and Enrichment Grants totaling $1,531,110
- Consent: Memorandum of Agreement with Montgomery County for a mental health specialist in Rockville Police
- Public hearing and action on amendments to economic development revenue bonds for The Village at Rockville, Inc.
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and consider an action item to regulate cannabis retail establishments. The session also includes a City Manager's report and a presentation from the Planning Commission.
- Public Hearing: Zoning Text Amendment TXT 2025-00270 (Cannabis retail)
- Action Item: Introduction and possible adoption of Zoning Text Amendment TXT 2025-00270
- Action Item: Consider actions related to Chapter 15 - Personnel reorganization
- Action Item: Approval of 2026 Maryland Municipal League legislative requests
- Presentation: Planning Commission Annual Report
Mayor and Council
The Rockville Mayor and Council will consider adopting a budget amendment (Ordinance No. 04-25) to appropriate funds and levy taxes for FY2025. They will also discuss green building regulations and explore child care solutions in work sessions. A consent agenda item would extend performing arts organization status to three groups for use of the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre. Several proclamations will be issued, including for Juneteenth and LGBTQ+ Pride Month.
- Introduction and possible adoption of Ordinance to amend FY2025 budget (Budget Amendment #4)
- Consent agenda: approve agreements extending performing arts organization status to Rockville Little Theatre, Rockville Musical Theatre, and Victorian Lyric Opera Company
- Work session on green building regulations
- Work session exploring child care solutions to meet community needs
- Proclamations: Gun Violence Awareness Day, Men's Health Week, Flag Day, Juneteenth, World Refugee Day, Caribbean-American Heritage Month, LGBTQ+ Pride Month
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will vote on a project plan amendment for a 12-story, 147-unit affordable housing building at 41 Maryland Avenue with no on-site parking. They will also discuss zoning regulations for cannabis dispensaries and authorize a zoning text amendment. Consent agenda items include a cost-sharing agreement for Hurley Bridge replacement design, CDBG sub-grantee contracts, and a grant for two electric senior transit buses. A work session will review the Rockville Emergency Assistance Program and city election reform.
- Project plan amendment for 147-unit affordable housing building at 41 Maryland Avenue, zero parking spaces
- Discussion on zoning regulations for standard cannabis dispensaries
- Authorization to file zoning text amendment adding cannabis dispensary definition and conditional use
- Cost-sharing agreement with MDOT SHA for final design of Hurley Bridge replacement
- Grant agreement for two electric senior transit buses from Maryland Energy Administration
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will hold a worksession on annexation petition ANX 2023-00147 for the WMATA-owned Shady Grove Metro Station and CSX Transportation properties, including a fiscal impact analysis. The consent agenda includes three contracts: a professional services agreement with Mead & Hunt for $686,972.02, a real estate permit with WMATA for window decals on a pedestrian bridge, and a rider contract with Motorola Solutions for $1,129,061.80 for replacement radios. Multiple proclamations will also be presented.
- Worksession on Annexation Petition ANX 2023-00147 for Shady Grove Metro Station and CSX properties
- Award of $686,972.02 contract to Mead & Hunt for professional services
- Authorize real estate permit with WMATA for window decals on MD-355 pedestrian bridge
- Award of $1,129,061.80 contract to Motorola Solutions for replacement portable and mobile radios
- District 17 State Legislative Session Wrap-Up presentation
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will vote on the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriation and tax levy. The body will also review a proposal to convert office space to residential and commercial use at 255 Rockville Pike.
- Ordinance to appropriate funds and levy taxes for Fiscal Year 2026
- Project Plan Amendment PJT 2025-00021 for 255 Rockville Pike (up to 550 dwelling units)
- Resolution amending Master Fees for Community Planning and Development Services
- Resolution establishing Stormwater Management Utility Fee rates and application fees
- Resolution establishing service charge rates for municipal refuse collection
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will hear a presentation on the annual Climate Action Plan update. They will also consider consent agenda items including a contract for parks equipment up to $450,000, a streetery license on Gibbs Street, and deaccessioning an artwork. Work sessions will discuss the Minority, Female, Disabled, Veteran-Owned program and homeowner programs.
- Presentation of Annual Climate Action Plan Update
- Authorization for streetery license on Gibbs Street public right-of-way
- Award and authorize contract with GameTime for parks equipment, up to $450,000
- Deaccessioning of 'The Hatter of Rockville' public artwork
- Work sessions on MFD-V program and homeowner programs
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will hold a worksession on the FY 2026 budget, covering operating expenditures, capital improvements, grants, debt, and final balancing. They will also consider a project plan amendment to convert 13,011 sq ft of commercial retail space into 13 dwelling units at 198 East Montgomery Avenue. Other items include a $1.5 million grant for RedGate Park improvements and approval of easements for Rockshire Village Center.
- Worksession on FY2026 budget: operating expenditures, CIP, grants, debt, final balancing
- Project plan amendment to convert 13,011 sq ft retail to 13 residential units at 198 East Montgomery Avenue
- $1.5 million DNR grant for grading, pathways, playground, meadows restoration, community gardens at RedGate Park
- Authorization for easements and license agreements for Rockshire Village Center
- Naming city-owned building at 6 Taft Court as 'City of Rockville Taft Center'
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will hold the third public hearing on the FY2026 budget. They will also hold a public hearing and consider adoption of Zoning Text Amendment TXT2025-00269 to implement Town Center Master Plan recommendations including floating zones. Two consent agenda items involve contracts: Lincoln Park Community Center improvements ($961,019) and LED streetlight conversion Phase 2 ($742,075). A worksession on operating expenditures and grants is scheduled.
- Public Hearing: FY2026 Budget #3
- Public Hearing and possible adoption of Zoning Text Amendment TXT2025-00269 (Town Center Master Plan, floating zones)
- Consent: Award contract for Lincoln Park Community Center improvements, $961,019 to Boulevard Contractors Corp.
- Consent: Award contract for LED Streetlight Conversion Phase 2, $742,075 to Lighting Maintenance, Inc.
- Worksession: FY2026 Budget Worksession #2 - Operating Expenditures, Grants and Fund Balance
Mayor and Council
The Rockville City Council will consider several items, including a consent agenda item to approve and authorize the City Manager to execute State of Maryland Capital Projects Grant Agreements for the David Scull Park Improvements (RA19). The council will also adopt a resolution setting a maximum rent‑increase rate and hold a public hearing on the FY 2026 budget. Additional agenda items include a compensation study presentation, an ordinance to appropriate FY 2026 funds, and a FY 2026 budget worksession.
- Approve City Manager authority to execute State of Maryland Capital Projects Grant Agreements for David Scull Park Improvements (RA19)
- Adopt resolution establishing maximum rate of rent increase per Rockville City Code §18‑194
- Public hearing on FY 2026 Budget (second hearing)
- Introduce ordinance to appropriate funds and levy taxes for FY 2026
- Compensation and Classification Study presentation
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending parking requirements for certain residential dwellings (TXT2025-00268). They will also vote on proposed FY26 federal earmark requests and hold a work session on development review process improvements (FAST 2) under the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite. Several proclamations and recognitions are scheduled, including for Women's History Month and Harriet Tubman Day.
- Public hearing and action on Zoning Text Amendment TXT2025-00268 to modify parking requirements for residential dwellings
- Consider approval of proposed FY26 federal earmark requests
- Work session on Zoning Ordinance Rewrite (ZOR) focusing on development review process improvements (FAST 2)
- Proclamations declaring Women's History Month, Harriet Tubman Day, National Vietnam War Veterans Day, and MS Awareness Week
- Recognitions for Rockville-Montgomery Swim Club and Richard Montgomery High School athletes
Mayor and Council
The Rockville Mayor and Council will consider a consent agenda that authorizes the City Manager to execute first amendments to two requirements contracts: one for asphalt paving, patching, milling and related maintenance up to $8,000,000, and another for concrete sidewalks, curbs and related infrastructure up to $5,200,000. The council will also introduce a possible ordinance amendment to appropriate funds and levy taxes for FY 2025 (Budget Amendment #3) and authorize a zoning text amendment to implement floating zones from the Town Center Master Plan. A work session on the Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan is scheduled, and a Human Services Needs Assessment report will be presented as a special presentation.
- Approve first amendment to asphalt paving requirements contract, amount not to exceed $8,000,000
- Approve first amendment to concrete sidewalks and related infrastructure contract, amount not to exceed $5,200,000
- Introduce possible adoption of ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16-24 to appropriate funds and levy taxes for FY 2025 (Budget Amendment #3)
- Authorize filing of zoning text amendment to implement floating zones from the Town Center Master Plan
- Work session on the Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will consider consent agenda items including a $350,000 mowing services contract and a $135,868 state grant for an exposure management system upgrade. They will also hold worksessions on a mid-year economic development report and a market overview presentation.
- Award and authorize mowing services contract to Lorenz, Inc. for up to $350,000, renewable annually through 2029
- Ratify grant agreement with State of Maryland for $135,868 toward City Exposure Management System upgrade
- Appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions
- Worksession on Mid-Year Report from Rockville Economic Development, Inc.
- Worksession on Market Overview by Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)
Mayor and Council
The Rockville Mayor and Council will consider several items, including a vote to adopt a resolution that authorizes the execution of a specific employee separation and release agreement. They will also appoint and reappoint members to various city boards and commissions, issue several proclamations, and receive a Vision Zero progress update. Additional agenda items include recognitions for student athletes and other ceremonial matters.
- Adopt resolution to authorize execution of certain employee separation and release agreement
- Appointment and reappointment of members to city Boards and Commissions
- Proclamations declaring February 2025 as Heart Month, Black History Month, and Feb. 28, 2025 as Rare Disease Day
- Vision Zero Progress Update presentation
- Certificates of Recognition for 2024 State Championship Student Athletes
Mayor and Council
This meeting includes action items on adopting the Town Center Master Plan as an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, and amending the Lincoln Park Neighborhood Conservation District Plan and zoning standards. The council will also award contracts for a utility truck ($283,582) and King Farm Farmstead electric infrastructure ($708,856), and hold a worksession on the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite.
- Award purchase order for one Freightliner M2106 utility truck to National Auto Fleet Group for $283,582.
- Award contract to Electric Advantage, Inc. for King Farm Farmstead electric infrastructure CIP project for $708,856.
- Introduction and possible adoption of ordinance to amend Lincoln Park Neighborhood Conservation District Plan as part of Rockville 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
- Introduction and possible adoption of zoning text amendment TXT 2024-00267 to revise development standards in Lincoln Park Conservation District.
- Introduction and possible adoption of ordinance to approve Town Center Master Plan as amendment to 2021 Comprehensive Plan.
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will consider introducing and possibly adopting an ordinance to adopt the Town Center Master Plan as an amendment to the 2021 Comprehensive Plan. They will also discuss policies for proclamations, a zoning text amendment to modify parking requirements for certain residential dwellings, and ratify a federal grant agreement for the Twinbrook Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Project. A presentation on the 2024 Community Survey results is scheduled, followed by a worksession on Engage Rockville.
- Introduction and possible adoption of an ordinance to adopt the Town Center Master Plan as an amendment to the 2021 Comprehensive Plan
- Discussion and possible approval of policies, procedures, and guidelines for proclamations and certificates of recognition
- Discussion and possible authorization to file a zoning text amendment to modify parking requirements for certain residential dwellings
- Ratification of a grant agreement with the Federal Highways Administration for the FY 2023 Neighborhood Access and Equity Grant Program for the Twinbrook Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Project
- Special presentation of the 2024 Community Survey results
Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Council will vote on a consent agenda item approving a $1,500,000 Housing Initiative Fund Loan to RHE Scarborough Square, LLC for Scarborough Square Townhomes & Apartments. They will hold worksessions on amendments to the Lincoln Park Neighborhood Conservation District Plan and consideration of design guidelines, as well as Part III of the Town Center Master Plan. The meeting also includes proclamations for Lunar New Year 2025 and Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and a community forum.
- Consent agenda: Resolution to approve $1,500,000 Montgomery County Housing Initiative Fund Loan to RHE Scarborough Square, LLC (Scarborough Square Townhomes & Apartments)
- Worksession on amendments to the Lincoln Park Neighborhood Conservation District Plan and Design Guidelines
- Worksession on the Town Center Master Plan – Part III
- Proclamation declaring Lunar New Year 2025
- Proclamation declaring January 20, 2025, as Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Rockville