The Rockville Historic District Commission convened on June 26, 2025, to discuss various agenda items aimed at preserving the city's historical integrity. The meeting commenced with a proposal to highlight a historic property at the beginning of each session, a suggestion made by a commissioner in a previous meeting. Commissioner Michael Goldfinger presented the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station, a significant site built in 1873, which played a crucial role in Rockville's development. He emphasized its architectural value and historical importance, noting its listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.

Following this presentation, the commission moved to the consent agenda, which included the approval of minutes from the May 15, 2025, meeting. After confirming that all commissioners had reviewed the minutes, a motion was made and unanimously approved, with a vote of 5-0.

The next item on the agenda involved the review and action on two Montgomery County Historic Preservation Tax Credit applications. The commission opted to approve these applications collectively without further discussion, resulting in another unanimous vote of 5-0.

The meeting then transitioned to a certificate of approval for a project at 310 West Montgomery Avenue, presented by architect Scott H. Allen and property owners James and Megan Owen. Commissioner Goldfinger recused himself from this discussion due to his personal connection with the applicants.

Overall, the meeting underscored the commission's commitment to preserving Rockville's historical sites while facilitating community engagement through informative presentations. The next steps include ongoing discussions regarding the certificate of approval and further initiatives to enhance the visibility of Rockville's historic properties in future meetings.