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Rockville council designates Rockville Metro as state TOD site, backs federal rail grant to study pedestrian bridge and train hall
Summary
The council unanimously designated the Rockville Metro Station area as a Maryland Transit-Oriented Development site and approved joining an MTA/FRA grant application to study a pedestrian bridge and train-hall concept intended to improve accessibility, safety and redevelopment opportunities.
The Rockville Mayor and Council unanimously voted to designate the Rockville Metro Station and surrounding area as a Maryland Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) site and authorized the city manager to sign a letter supporting inclusion in a Federal Railroad Administration grant application.
City planning staff, led by Manisha Tawari, told council the state TOD designation would make local projects eligible for the Maryland TOD capital grant and revolving loan fund and other technical assistance. "The fund provides local jurisdictions with funding for either design planning up to $250,000 or construction of public…
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