Councilmember Marissa Valeri

I was honored to attend this evenings pedestrian safety walk and candlelight vigil in remembrance of those we have lost to traffic violence. I pledge to never stop working to make our streets in Rockville safer!

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Wishing a meaningful Day of Atonement to all in our City who are observing Yom Kippur. May it be a time of peace, reflection, and renewal for you and your loved ones. Tzom Kal to those fasting.

It is an exciting day in The Square! Our largest cultural event, the Bubble Tea Festival, is happening right now. Boba tea, food, vendors and music fill The Square.

TONIGHT: Got thoughts on sidewalks, crosswalks, or bike lanes in Rockville? Come tell me in person. I'm joining CM Jackson and Mayor Ashton for a Community Listening Session on Pedestrian Issues. 📅 Fri, Sept 18 | 7 PM 📍 Twinbrook Community Rec Center Annex #RockvilleMD bit.ly/4iKaFh9?utm_...

It's 8:46 a.m., 25 years since the first plane hit the Twin Towers. A third hit the Pentagon just down the road, and 11 Montgomery County neighbors never came home. I'll be at Rockville's ceremony, 9 a.m.

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing Labor Day holiday! Thank you to all workers, whose contributions have strengthened our community here in Rockville.

Got thoughts on sidewalks, crosswalks, or bike lanes in Rockville? Come tell me in person. I'm joining CM Jackson and Mayor Ashton for a Community Listening Session on Pedestrian Issues. 📅 Fri, Sept 18 | 7 PM 📍 Twinbrook Community Rec Center Annex #RockvilleMD bit.ly/4iKaFh9

👮 Rockville City Police is going through its CALEA reaccreditation review. Submit your feedback on department services and practices through the official comment portal: bit.ly/4btgZpd #RockvilleMD #PublicSafety

Last night's storms brought flash flood warnings to Rockville. If your property took on water, we'd like to know: report storm damage, check flood insurance guidance, and see reimbursement options at rebrand.ly/qmt56ox #RockvilleMD #FloodSafety

Rockville just became the first city in Maryland to ban algorithmic rent pricing! The updated rental code also limits landlord fees and adds new tenant protections. More here: rebrand.ly/obgm1p6 #RockvilleMD #Housing

SEVERE storm threat Tuesday afternoon/evening. ENHANCED risk: damaging winds capable of toppling trees main hazard of concern. A tornado or two cannot be ruled out. A few instances of flooding also possible. Detailed briefing: www.capitalweather.com/enhanced-ris...

Have something you want to tell the mayor? Mayor Ashton and Councilmember Valeri are holding a drop-in meeting Monday, July 27 from 5:15-6:15pm at Rockville City Hall. Sign up for a 10-minute slot, in person or by phone. 🏛️ rebrand.ly/1f1bnx8 #RockvilleMD #CommunityVoice

Maryland’s new “super speeders law” will require certain drivers to have a speed-limiting device in their vehicles to maintain driving privileges. It's an alternative to having their license fully suspended or revoked due to speeding violations. https://bit.ly/4pvGGuX

Seriously, how are we supposed to keep our cities safe if NWS doesn’t have a complete list of cities included in their alerts? This is no good for us in terms of our emergency management.

So uh @capitalweather.com - how is it possible that Rockville is not included in this warning, if Gaithersburg and Bethesda are? 🤨

What a gross day. First it was the smoke. The heat and humidity come next. NWS has issued a heat advisory for areas along/east of I-95 as temps poised to surge into 90s along w/ oppressive humidity. Heat indexes could hit 105. Storms later. Updated forecast at capitalweather.com

Maryland’s air quality remains unhealthy as wildfire smoke thins and severe storms roll in

And yet, you censored @anntelnaes.bsky.social. Hypocrites.

This smoke event in DC is worse than June 2023 in some ways, meaning it's right there with worst on record. DC has now 36+ hours of observed smoke... the longest period on record. Read our full analysis of this event, and what is making it stand out: www.capitalweather.com/this-smoke-o...

The timing of this kind of press is intentional. How are they going to make these games when Bethesda and Obsidian collectively laid off hundreds? Don’t fall for it.

When you see a historical marker to a suburban development in the 1950s, you wonder, did they leave out the part about the restrictive covenant? I checked: the pool at the Levittown-inspired Twinbrook in Rockville, Md., was built 6 years after such a covenant was pulled. Whew.

A statement from WIRED leadership.

It was a hot day, but it was so cool to be part of the unveiling of the Twinbrook Pool historical marker! It is a remarkable example of the DIY Twinbrook spirit that continues even now. Always grateful for the support of Mayor Ashton to capture all of our #Rockville history.

Thank you, @mymcmedia.bsky.social for covering the Rockville protest in support of developers at Zenimax/BGS! #SaveOurDevs #OneBGS #ZeniMaxWorkersUnited #RockvilleMD

In Maryland, a law to stop “super speeders” through technology goes into effect Oct. 1. A similar law is already in effect in Virginia, where MCM spoke with Montgomery County Police Lt. Patrick Kepp and Olney resident Mindy Badin. https://bit.ly/4vAsDFY

One way you can show Microsoft your concern is here through the XBOX Player Voice feedback platform: feedbackportal.microsoft.com/feedback/ide...

Microsoft is laying off 4,800 workers today. Its CEO made $96.5M in 2025, a 22% increase from the previous year. Microsoft made $101B in net income last year — and raked in up to $12.5B in tax breaks from Trump's Big Ugly Bill. This is what a rigged system looks like.

"Last year, Microsoft made $101 billion in profits, got a $12.5 billion tax break from Trump and paid its CEO $96 million," Sanders said. "This year, it's raising the price of an Xbox by $150 and eliminating 3,200 jobs. Please don't tell me corporate tax breaks create jobs. It never trickles down."

#SaveOurDevs @bethesdaunion.bsky.social

REVERSE THE LAYOFFS

We are proud to be part of this community!! Thank you for standing with us today, @marissavaleri.com !

I was proud to attend the ZeniMax protest this afternoon, at their headquarters in Rockville. I stand with the workers who were layed off, calling on Microsoft to do the right thing: reverse the layoffs and support your game developers. #SaveOurDevs #OneBGS #ZeniMaxWorkersUnited #RockvilleMD

I’m very proud that Rockville is the home of the U.S. Adaptive Open, a showcase of the best golfers that use various assistive devices and other adaptations in order to play. Technology to aid individuals with disabilities has advanced at a rapid pace: it’s great to see tech in action to play golf!

Happy 250th 4th of July, Rockville! Please, stay safe and hydrated today. If you are planning to attend the fireworks tonight at Mattie Stepanek Park, bring a cooler with water and wear light, loose fitting clothes. It is going to be a very, very hot one. 🌡️ ☀️

Vote for the candidate trusted by the leaders you trust—including Rockville’s Mayor & Council. Vote Jud Ashman for County Council in #Rockville & #Gaithersburg on Tuesday. @moniqueashton.bsky.social @alsobrooks.senate.gov @adamvangrack.bsky.social @marissavaleri.com @barryjacksoncm.bsky.social

‘I’m a rare bird, still’: Why Black bird watchers are celebrating their love of nature out loud

Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who died in service to this country. The City of Rockville honors their memory today. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay #RockvilleMD

Another great Hometown Holidays just wrapped up! Great food, great vendors, great music, and great friends made it a great event. 😁

The sun is peeking out - come hang out with me at Hometown Holidays! 😁

If you see me this Memorial Day weekend, say hi and I'll give a poppy pin. Supplies are limited so make sure to say hi when you can! 😀

Weekend plans = sorted! 🎶🎉 Hometown Holidays is back at Rockville Town Center TODAY & Sun (May 23–24), noon–6 p.m. Free live music, community fun & celebrating America's 250th! See you there! #HometownHolidays rebrand.ly/1vuqrdz

We are going to savor this one. Our client, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, is freed of these outrageous, vindictive charges. It’s a good day.

Happy Last Day of School for all the HS seniors! I know it was bittersweet for other parents and guardians like me who have seen our kids walking towards school for many years.

Save a Gato is a great nonprofit in Puerto Rico that helps the local cats in San Juan. If you are able to support them, even a small amount is huge. rebrand.ly/x86ivrx

Happy Mother’s Day to everyone who is happy spending the day outside in the dirt. 😄 Give a gift of a native plant, tree, or shrub rather than cut flowers. They last longer!