Councilman Calls Out Mayor, Town Square Gets ‘Big’ : The Daily Digest

You said it | Councilman: Mayor Marcuccio’s actions don’t match her words
Monday, Rockville City Council unanimously approved two appointments to the Rockville Planning Commission—but only after a good deal of conflict. Councilman Mark Pierzchala had this to say about Mayor Phyllis Marcuccio’s decision not to re-appoint Kate Ostell to the Planning Commission:

Mark Pierzchala July 30, 2013 at 04:50 PM
Several years ago, when she was a councilmember and Susan Hoffmann was Mayor, Marcuccio insisted that the Mayor consult councilmembers when considering appointments. During her term as Mayor, she has consistently refused to do so. Four councilmembers expressed the opinion that Kate Ostell continue on the Planning Commission. The Mayor should have paid attention to that request.

See >>> Council Approves Controversial Appointments to Rockville Planning Commission 

Police | New red light camera installed
The City of Rockville posted its 10th red light camera at Wootton and Preserve parkways. The grace period for tickets ends Aug. 26. 

Movie | See ‘Big’ at Town Square
Wednesday night is free movie night at Rockville Town Square. Showtime is at sundown (or around 8:45 p.m.). Bring a blanket and chair—but no outside food or coolers. The summer movie schedule is posted at RockvilleTownSquare.com.

Arts | Preview: HearArts Poetry and Music
Writer Sean Enright and bluegrass musician Michael Winch will perform at HearArts Poetry and Music, followed by an open mic session. 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1 at VisArts, 155 Gibbs Street, Rockville. Free. 

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