Green Space Management Plan

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Native landscaping at Pump House Community Center.

Something Green is Taking Root

Rockville is developing a Green Space Management Plan to help guide the future management of more than 1,000 acres of public green spaces throughout the city. From forests and street trees to natural areas and landscaped public spaces, these diverse landscapes each play a unique role in supporting native plants, wildlife, and healthy ecosystems. Many also contribute to water quality, stormwater management, climate resilience, and other environmental benefits that strengthen our community. The planning process will combine field assessments and community input to establish a long-term vision for the stewardship of these valuable community spaces.

The project team will inventory and assess Rockville’s green spaces while engaging the community to help identify priorities, opportunities, and shared values. Together, this work will help shape strategies to promote healthy forests and native plant communities, manage invasive species, protect and restore habitat, and ensure each green space is managed in a way that reflects its unique characteristics and purpose.

What's Ahead?

The Green Space Management Plan will be developed over the coming months through field assessments and community engagement. Check back throughout the project for:

  • Community surveys and interactive maps
  • Public meeting and event announcements
  • Project updates and key milestones
  • Opportunities to review and provide feedback
  • Presentations and final plan materials

Native landscaping at Pump House Community Center.

Something Green is Taking Root

Rockville is developing a Green Space Management Plan to help guide the future management of more than 1,000 acres of public green spaces throughout the city. From forests and street trees to natural areas and landscaped public spaces, these diverse landscapes each play a unique role in supporting native plants, wildlife, and healthy ecosystems. Many also contribute to water quality, stormwater management, climate resilience, and other environmental benefits that strengthen our community. The planning process will combine field assessments and community input to establish a long-term vision for the stewardship of these valuable community spaces.

The project team will inventory and assess Rockville’s green spaces while engaging the community to help identify priorities, opportunities, and shared values. Together, this work will help shape strategies to promote healthy forests and native plant communities, manage invasive species, protect and restore habitat, and ensure each green space is managed in a way that reflects its unique characteristics and purpose.

What's Ahead?

The Green Space Management Plan will be developed over the coming months through field assessments and community engagement. Check back throughout the project for:

  • Community surveys and interactive maps
  • Public meeting and event announcements
  • Project updates and key milestones
  • Opportunities to review and provide feedback
  • Presentations and final plan materials

  • Rockville Begins Work on Green Space Management Plan

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    Rockville is excited to announce the beginning of a citywide effort to develop the city's first Green Space Management Plan. Identified as a key action in the city's Climate Action Plan, the Green Space Management Plan will help guide how we care for and manage public green spaces throughout the city.

    From forests and street trees to natural areas and landscaped public spaces, Rockville's green spaces provide important environmental and community benefits that contribute to the health, resilience, and character of our city. The plan will provide a long-term strategy to protect, enhance, and sustainably manage these valuable community assets

    Rockville is excited to announce the beginning of a citywide effort to develop the city's first Green Space Management Plan. Identified as a key action in the city's Climate Action Plan, the Green Space Management Plan will help guide how we care for and manage public green spaces throughout the city.

    From forests and street trees to natural areas and landscaped public spaces, Rockville's green spaces provide important environmental and community benefits that contribute to the health, resilience, and character of our city. The plan will provide a long-term strategy to protect, enhance, and sustainably manage these valuable community assets for future generations.

    The city's Environmental Management Division and Department of Recreation and Parks are partnering with Biohabitats on this effort. Over the coming months, residents and community stakeholders will have opportunities to learn more about the project, share their ideas and experiences, and help shape the future of Rockville's green spaces.

    Sign up to receive updates by entering your email address in the "Stay Informed" box on this project page, and be sure to check back regularly for information about upcoming engagement opportunities, project milestones, and ways to get involved.

Page last updated: 12 Aug 2026, 08:37 AM