On January 30th, 2023, the Rockville Mayor and Council will hold a hearing in regard to a recommendation from the City Charter Review Commission that the Rockville City Council should be expanded from a 5 member Mayor and Council to a 7 member Mayor and Council. King Farm Citizens Assembly is supportive of this Mayor and City Council expansion. Rockville has grown and expanded and become more diverse over the years. The Council should be expanded to allow more representation, diversity and voices to be heard. On behalf of the KFCA President, the Assembly is sending a letter to the… Read More »

Association News – Wednesday, December 7, 2022 Increased Car Break-ins in the Community RCPD notified Management of 3 reported vehicle break-ins in the Elmcroft area early Saturday morning. Management also received reports of these incidents from residents as well. RCPD reported that the 3 vehicles may have been unlocked. A resident also reported a vehicle break-in and stolen wheels yesterday. While King Farm is generally a safe community, crime can and does occur even though the rates are low. It is important to remember that King Farm is an open community (not gated), so it is open to individuals who… Read More »

Important Announcement – Tuesday, August 23, 2022  King Farm Bailey’s Pool Closure – Starting Wed. Aug. 24 We apologize for the short notice, but due to circumstances out of KFCA’s control, effective tomorrow, Wednesday, August 24th, The Bailey’s Pool will be closed for the season. Unfortunately, due to staffing shortages, there are not enough lifeguards to safely operate both pools.  Saddle Ridge Pool will remain open through Labor Day, Monday, September 5th. Beginning this Thursday, August 25th, the Saddle Ridge pool will also have the early morning swim on Thursdays in addition to Tuesdays. *September 5th will be the final day of… Read More »

Ash Trees & Emerald Ash Borer There have been concerns raised about the recent (diseased) trees removed in the community. King Farm is responsible for common area trees and curb trees on private streets maintained by the Assembly. Homeowners are responsible for trees within their lot/property boundary, which can extend past the rear fence in the alley. Trees are an integral part of the King Farm community and the environment. They provide a habitat for many creatures, purify the air by absorbing carbon monoxide, act as natural coolants (provide shade), and enhances the general aesthetic of the community. While the… Read More »

The City of Rockville’s Independence Day Celebration is scheduled for Monday, July 4th, 2022 (no rain date) starting at 7:00 pm at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park, 1800 Piccard Drive. Due to the celebration, there will be road closures throughout the King Farm area. Park Access: There is limited access to parts of the park Friday, July 1st – Tuesday, July 5th. Dog Park: Closed at 7:00 am on Friday, July 1st until 11:00 am on Tuesday, July 5th.  Fireworks Safety Zone (includes football fields, tennis courts, playground, and parking lots): Closed at 7:00 am on Sunday, July 3rd until 11:00 am on Tuesday,… Read More »

Start digging out your red, white and blue, and join your friends and neighbors for the annual community parade and carnival in celebration of Independence Day on Monday, July 4th, 2022.  Decorate those strollers, and bicycles and head to the corner of Watkins Pond Boulevard at King Farm Park at 11:45 am for the annual parade to the Saddle Ridge Community Center (300 Saddle Ridge Circle). The parade will start at approximately 12:00 pm.  In years past, hundreds of residents have participated in the parade, so if you do not want to walk in the parade, you may just want… Read More »

Bring your friends and family to celebrate the 4th of July this year, as the City of Rockville will host its annual Independence Day Celebration at the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park in King Farm. The event will be held from 7:00 to 10:00 pm on Monday, July 4th, 2022 at the Park, which is located at 1800 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD 20850. Some roads in King Farm will be shut down at various times during the afternoon for event preparation. Residents in the affected zones should watch their mailboxes for the issuance of parking passes to be mailed later in… Read More »

The King Farm 2022 Annual Meeting & Election Wednesday, April 27th, 2022, at 7:00 pm via Zoom Meeting VOTING IS CLOSED AS OF APRIL 26TH AT 11:59 PM. The King Farm Citizens Assembly (“Assembly”) will hold its Annual Meeting of the membership on Wednesday, April 27th, 2022 at 7:00 pm via Zoom meeting. To join, you must register for the meeting using the zoom link below or by visiting the King Farm website under ‘Zoom Links‘.  If you wish to speak during open forum, please email management@kingfarm.org with your name and street address and any other information/comments you wish to provide. Annual Meeting… Read More »

WHAT:     King Farm Annual Meeting of the Membership and Election WHEN:     Wednesday, April 27th, 2022 @ 7:00 pm WHERE:   Zoom Meeting  (registration required).  Zoom Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/kfca2022.  MEETING INFO: The King Farm Citizens Assembly (“Assembly”) will hold its Annual Meeting of the membership Wednesday, April 27th via Zoom meeting.  To join, you must register for the meeting using the zoom link below or by visiting the King Farm website under ‘Zoom Links’.  If you wish to speak during open forum, please email management@kingfarm.org with your First/Last name, street address, and any other information/comments you wish to provide. The primary purpose of the meeting is for… Read More »