History of the Rolling Mill District of Cumberland
Once known as the "Queen City" of Maryland, Cumberland was at one time the second largest city in the state. The Rolling Mill neighborhood of Cumberland was at that time a flourishing industrial district.
In the late 1800's and early 1900's (the heyday of the Rolling Mill) families living in the district worked at the “Mill”, the Railroad, or other local shops and industries. Under the stress of the great depression, many residents of the Rolling Mill left the area.
Membership in the Rolling Mill Neighborhood Association is free and open to the general public. A membership application must be completed to join.
The Objectives of RMNA:
Once known as the "Queen City" of Maryland, Cumberland was at one time the second largest city in the state. The Rolling Mill neighborhood of Cumberland was at that time a flourishing industrial district.
In the late 1800's and early 1900's (the heyday of the Rolling Mill) families living in the district worked at the “Mill”, the Railroad, or other local shops and industries. Under the stress of the great depression, many residents of the Rolling Mill left the area.
Membership in the Rolling Mill Neighborhood Association is free and open to the general public. A membership application must be completed to join.
The Objectives of RMNA:
- To promote a drug-free, zero tolerance neighborhood.
- To assist local law enforcement in crime control efforts in our community.
- To work toward reducing the number of blighted properties in our community.
- To promote home ownership in our area.
- To provide area children with positive, anti-drug, anti-crime activities and programs.
- To provide residents the opportunity to grow by volunteering in the community.
- To enhance the neighborhood by creating community gardens and planters.
- To change the external and internal perception and identity of the Rolling Mill District into that of a dignified, safe community where neighbors care for each other.
- To engage in any other activity that would improve the quality of life in the Rolling Mill District.
The Rolling Mill Neighborhood Association
Originally Concerned Residents In Maryland Avenue Area, RMNA is a grass roots, not-for-profit group committed to the welfare and betterment of the Rolling Mill District of Cumberland, Maryland. Formed in 1997 by a group of pro-active neighbors, it is dedicated to promoting its mission within the boundaries of the Rolling Mill neighborhood.
The Association works with the city to bring programs to children and families of the district, promote home ownership, and assist with beautification of the district. Several events are held each year such as The Greater Cumberland Anti-Drug Festival and other block parties, community gardening, beautification and neighborhood cleanup initiatives, trick-or-treating for the kids, old fashioned Christmas Caroling and crime watch activities.
RMNA is a charter member of the Neighborhood Advisory Commission of Cumberland and a "Community Betterment" neighborhood group. The association holds monthly meetings and distributes a quarterly newsletter to 350+ homes in the Rolling Mill District. Partnering groups include Chapel Hill West Neighborhood Association, Decatur Heights Neighborhood Association, The YMCA, Cumberland Community Development, Cumberland City Police, Local Management Board, Human Resources Development Commission (HRDC), Frostburg State University's Community Outreach Partnership Center, HRDC, Americorps/ Vista Program, ‘Let's Beautify Cumberland!’ The Allegany Arts Council, The Allegany County Health Department, local churches and many others.
Physical Boundaries of the Rolling Mill District of Cumberland, Maryland:
North- Interstate 68
South- Oldtown Road
East- Broadway Circle & Ascension Street
West- Queen City Centre & CSX Property
Originally Concerned Residents In Maryland Avenue Area, RMNA is a grass roots, not-for-profit group committed to the welfare and betterment of the Rolling Mill District of Cumberland, Maryland. Formed in 1997 by a group of pro-active neighbors, it is dedicated to promoting its mission within the boundaries of the Rolling Mill neighborhood.
The Association works with the city to bring programs to children and families of the district, promote home ownership, and assist with beautification of the district. Several events are held each year such as The Greater Cumberland Anti-Drug Festival and other block parties, community gardening, beautification and neighborhood cleanup initiatives, trick-or-treating for the kids, old fashioned Christmas Caroling and crime watch activities.
RMNA is a charter member of the Neighborhood Advisory Commission of Cumberland and a "Community Betterment" neighborhood group. The association holds monthly meetings and distributes a quarterly newsletter to 350+ homes in the Rolling Mill District. Partnering groups include Chapel Hill West Neighborhood Association, Decatur Heights Neighborhood Association, The YMCA, Cumberland Community Development, Cumberland City Police, Local Management Board, Human Resources Development Commission (HRDC), Frostburg State University's Community Outreach Partnership Center, HRDC, Americorps/ Vista Program, ‘Let's Beautify Cumberland!’ The Allegany Arts Council, The Allegany County Health Department, local churches and many others.
Physical Boundaries of the Rolling Mill District of Cumberland, Maryland:
North- Interstate 68
South- Oldtown Road
East- Broadway Circle & Ascension Street
West- Queen City Centre & CSX Property
