Randolph Civic Association

How does RCA advocate for the community? Just one successful example, is the White Flint Sector Plan development. The RCA gave you a voice on the Steering Committee for the Sector Plan and to have a say in how White Flint is developed over the next three decades. What was the result? RCA secured a recommendation by the Planning Board that Rocking Horse Center be once again used as our elementary school. The RCA was also successful in getting a new MARC stop located within walking distance of RCA neighborhoods.

Our membership form is a bit different this year. We’ve added a new box that will allow you to donate dollars directly to the Randolph Civic Foundation (RCF). Please note that while donations to the RCA are not tax deductible, they keep The Echo in print, and our yard sales and other activities funded. Donations to the RCF are tax deductible. The RCF supports and sponsors activities such as community beautification and local youth groups. It’s important to note that $10 is a relatively small amount compared to the large impact the RCA has on your community. Did you know that we have the lowest dues of any civic association in the county? Any additional funds you can contribute, even if it’s only a small amount, make a huge difference.

You will also see a few other changes on the membership form this year. The RCA will not be selling bulbs this season. We have also have made a change to how Sam’s Club membership works. You can renew your membership directly at the Gaithersburg Sam’s Club store and not through the RCA. Please see the related article in this issue for more information.

Volunteers will also be coming door-to-door providing information about the RCA and collecting dues and donations. Or you can use the convenient envelope provided with this Echo to send in your membership dues. Please fill out the membership form completely. Because of turnover, the RCA does not have every (new) homeowners name, so please supply your name if the previous occupant has moved. The only thing that never changes is the address!