Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 21/09/2026Wishing 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. 010
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 19/09/2026It 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. 040
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 18/09/2026TONIGHT: 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_... 121
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 11/09/2026It'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. 001
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 07/09/2026Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing Labor Day holiday! Thank you to all workers, whose contributions have strengthened our community here in Rockville. 020
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 03/09/2026Got 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 010
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 23/07/2026👮 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 000
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 22/07/2026Last 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 000
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 21/07/2026Rockville 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 000
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriCapital Weather @capitalweather.com · 20/07/2026SEVERE 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... 3479
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriRonit Aviva Dancis @ronitadancis.bsky.social · 20/07/2026Streets are for soccer fans. www.bbc.com/sport/footba...bbc.comWorld Cup 2026: Spain celebrate World Cup triumph in MadridThousands of fans take to the streets of Madrid as the Spain squad enjoy a bus parade after winning the World Cup. 021
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 20/07/2026Have 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 002
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriMontgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 18/07/2026Maryland’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. bit.ly/4pvGGuXbit.lyNew law to stop super speeders through tech starts Oct. 1In 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, both who personally ... 064
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 18/07/2026Seriously, 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. 020
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 18/07/2026So uh @capitalweather.com - how is it possible that Rockville is not included in this warning, if Gaithersburg and Bethesda are? 🤨 010
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriPetra Michaela @petramichaela.bsky.social · 18/07/2026Let's plant more flowers, avoid harmful pesticides, provide fresh water for wildlife, and choose actions that help our planet thrive. Small acts of kindness toward nature create a healthier world for everyone. Because when nature survives, humanity survives. 416657
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriCapital Weather @capitalweather.com · 18/07/2026What 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 118519
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriBaltimore Banner @thebaltimorebanner.com · 18/07/2026Maryland’s air quality remains unhealthy as wildfire smoke thins and severe storms roll inbuff.lyMaryland air remains unhealthy as wildfire smoke thins, storms arriveMaryland’s air quality currently remains unhealthy for many people Saturday even as smoke from Canadian wildfires begins to thin, with severe thunderstorms expected to bring damaging winds, large hail... 094
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 18/07/2026And yet, you censored @anntelnaes.bsky.social. Hypocrites. 010
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriCapital Weather @capitalweather.com · 18/07/2026This 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...capitalweather.comThis smoke outbreak ranks with the worst in modern DC historyWith 36 hours and counting of smoke in DC and air quality peaking at code purple or worse, this event rivaled — and in some ways exceeded — the historic smoke outbreaks of 2023. 39242
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriUnited Videogame Workers-CWA @videogameworkers.bsky.social · 17/07/2026The 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. 141162559
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriHistorical Marker Ahead @historicalmarker.bsky.social · 17/07/2026When 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. 061
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriWIRED @wired.com · 17/07/2026A statement from WIRED leadership. 255158132997
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 16/07/2026It 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. 050
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 16/07/2026Thank you, @mymcmedia.bsky.social for covering the Rockville protest in support of developers at Zenimax/BGS! #SaveOurDevs #OneBGS #ZeniMaxWorkersUnited #RockvilleMDmymcmedia.orgVideo game developers protest layoffs at ZeniMax, Bethesda Game StudiosAfter hundreds of layoffs, employees and union members protested outside Zenimax in Rockville to support video game developers. 040
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriMontgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 15/07/2026In 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. bit.ly/4vAsDFYbit.lyNew Maryland law to require speed-limiting devices for 'super speeders' starting Oct. 1MCM spoke with Montgomery County Police Lt. Patrick Kepp and Olney resident Mindy Badin, both who know the cost of reckless driving. 001
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriOneBGS - Bethesda Game Studios Union @bethesdaunion.bsky.social · 07/07/2026One way you can show Microsoft your concern is here through the XBOX Player Voice feedback platform: feedbackportal.microsoft.com/feedback/ide... 8938711606
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 06/07/2026Microsoft 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. 22488113625
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriPC Gamer @pcgamer.com · 08/07/2026"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."pcgamer.comBernie Sanders is mad about the Xbox layoffsThe senator from Vermont is pretty chapped about the price hikes, too. 3528184
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriWhats the story, MorninGoogoo @lordgoogoo.bsky.social · 15/07/2026#SaveOurDevs @bethesdaunion.bsky.social 09130
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriJustine🌙 @justinesketches.bsky.social · 15/07/2026REVERSE THE LAYOFFS 021
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriMandi Parker @mandilorian.bsky.social · 15/07/2026We are proud to be part of this community!! Thank you for standing with us today, @marissavaleri.com ! 0101
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 15/07/2026I 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 417560
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 07/07/2026I’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! 000
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 04/07/2026Happy 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. 🌡️ ☀️ 020
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 21/06/2026I endorsed Jud Ashman for County Council because he is a proven thoughtful leader who will do what is best for all of Rockville. I’m proud to stand with him, and his positive campaign on the issues that matter most. 100
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriDelegate Ryan Spiegel @ryanspiegel.bsky.social · 21/06/2026Vote 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 022
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriThe Banner Montgomery @bannermoco.bsky.social · 26/05/2026‘I’m a rare bird, still’: Why Black bird watchers are celebrating their love of nature out loudbuff.ly‘I’m a rare bird, still’: Why Black bird watchers are celebrating their love of nature out loudSix years after the Central Park birder incident, Black nature lovers say representation is vital. 0228
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 25/05/2026Memorial 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 020
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 24/05/2026Another great Hometown Holidays just wrapped up! Great food, great vendors, great music, and great friends made it a great event. 😁 000
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 24/05/2026The sun is peeking out - come hang out with me at Hometown Holidays! 😁 000
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 23/05/2026If 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! 😀 020
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 23/05/2026Weekend 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 010
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriSean Hecker @sean-hecker.bsky.social · 22/05/2026We are going to savor this one. Our client, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, is freed of these outrageous, vindictive charges. It’s a good day. 576212743877
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 22/05/2026Happy 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. 020
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 17/05/2026Save 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 010
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 10/05/2026Happy 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! 050
Reposted by Councilmember Marissa ValeriGovernor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 10/05/2026Happy Mother’s Day 💐 Moms deserve support and safety, including after they’ve given birth. That's why I’m announcing a new partnership with the Bridge Project to provide direct cash assistance for hundreds of new moms & launching a first-of-its-kind, statewide resource guide for new parents. 110023
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 10/05/2026Happy Mother’s Day! Today is a great day, as is every day, to show appreciation for the people in our lives who help us, guide us, and give us support and encouragement all year long. 💐 000
Councilmember Marissa Valeri @marissavaleri.com · 08/05/2026I am proud to stand up for Twinbrook ES, and all our public schools in Rockville. Budgets are living documents, that capture our values in a meaningful way. If the County or MCPS choose not to fund the critical need at Twinbrook ES, then discussions of equity and inclusion are merely empty words.rebrand.lyEquity Isn’t a Value Until It Shows Up in a Budget Line - Montgomery PerspectiveGuest column by Marissa Valeri, Councilmember, City of Rockville. Montgomery County calls itself a leader on educational equity. The budget currently before the County Council... 021