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Certificate of Recognition - District 17 State Delegation
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City Clerk/Director of Council Operations Office
Recommendation
Staff recommend the Mayor and Council present the State of Maryland District 17 Delegation with a Certificate of Recognition for their hard work for the residents and communities encompassing
District 17.
Discussion
The State of Maryland District 17 Delegation has worked hard for the residents of Rockville and the other communities it represents. The Mayor and Council want to acknowledge and recognize their tremendous efforts to represent their constituents, to put forth important legislation that benefits the entire State of Maryland and the region.
State Senate Representation
District 17 is represented in the Maryland State Senate by:
• Sen. Cheryl C. Kagan (D)
Full District 17 Delegation (House of Delegates)
District 17 is represented by three delegates in the Maryland House of Delegates:
• Julie Palakovich Carr (D)
• Ryan S. Spiegel (D)
• Joseph (Joe) Vogel (D)
The District 17 Delegation has strongly and effectively represented the City of Rockville, demonstrating a deep commitment to our community and its priorities.
The Mayor and Council of the City of Rockville extend their sincere appreciation to the District 17 Delegation for their steadfast advocacy and continued support of the Rockville community. Their leadership has played a meaningful role in advancing the City’s 2026 State Legislative Priorities and in strengthening the partnership between Rockville and the State of Maryland.
Several key legislative efforts championed by the District 17 Delegation will bring significant benefits to Rockville residents. Funding for critical infrastructure projects will support the City’s Vision Zero initiative and further shared goals of equity, accessibility, and inclusion. These improvements will enhance safe access for pedestrians, cyclists, and individuals of all abilities by traveling to parks, schools, recreation facilities, and transit.
We gratefully acknowledge your successful efforts in securing $325,000 in legislative bond initiative funding for the replacement of pedestrian bridges at Twinbrook Park and Dogwood Park, which will provide safer, more reliable connections for residents and visitors and will help strengthen neighborhood connectivity.
Additionally, the Delegation’s commitment to the multi-year modernization of emergency communications through Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG911) has contributed to major advancements in technology, cybersecurity, staffing standards, and wireless call location accuracy. This work has been recognized by national emergency services organizations as one of the most consequential public safety reforms in the state.
The Mayor and Council, together with the entire Rockville community, express their gratitude to the District 17 Delegation and look forward to continued collaboration on vital capital improvement projects that enhance the quality of life for all who live, work, and visit Rockville.
Mayor and Council History
This is a special recognition of the tremendous legislative work the Maryland State District 17 Delegation has performed and continues to perform for its constituents.
Public Notification and Engagement
This is the first time this Mayor and Council recognized District 17 Delegation.