Join the Lakeland Community Heritage Project, in partnership with the Maryland Institute for Technology in the Humanities on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 7:00 p.m., for a virtual presentation of heritage and stories from the Lakeland community of College Park, Maryland, 1950–1980. To register and for more event information, visit here.
The Regional Investigation Division – Northern Region of teh Prince George’s County is investigating a theft from auto which occurred at 9100 block of 48th Pl, College Park MD on 09/12/2020. The suspect shown above used the victim’s stolen credit card at the College Park Home Depot store on 9/12/2020. The suspect arrived and fled […]
Today is the last day to submit comments on the I-495 Beltway expansion plan. If you haven’t had a chance to submit your comments, please do so today. A 90-day comment period was originally provided, twice the minimum time required. However, based on input from community partners, stakeholders and local and federal officials, the period […]
Join the College Park Tree and Landscape Board on Wednesday, November 18 at 7:00 p.m. in a virtual forum to discuss the proposed Urban Tree Policy. To submit questions in advance, please email treelandscapeboard@collegeparkmd.gov. To read the Tree and Landscape Board’s Recommendations for Tree Permitting report, or for a copy of the Tree Canopy Assessment […]
The Special Election to fill the vacant District 2 Council seat is Sunday, November 8, from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the College Park Community Center, 5051 Pierce Avenue. Information on the three candidates running for office is posted on our website. COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place at the poll. Properly worn […]
Next Monday, 7:30 pm: November Police Community Meeting At a time when police-community relation is on everyone’s mind, it’s important that we bring our residents and police officers on a forum and have a dialogue on what both groups want to see – keeping our neighborhood a safe place to live for everyone. Our Community […]
At around reported at 11:30 pm last night, the UMD police reported an Off-Campus shooting in the 7700 Baltimore Ave near Campus Dr. Police asked to avoid the area and adhere to Police directions. At 11:50 pm, the police updated the incident with further information. The suspect was described as a black male with a […]
Good Neighbor Day is a collaborative partnership between the University of Maryland, the City of College Park, and The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). The event brings together the College Park community to beautify shared spaces, educate and engage in sustainable practices, and take pride in Greater College Park. To register and know […]
The Emergency Rental Assistance Program is relaunching, however, this time landlords are responsible for submitting applications on behalf of renters who are experiencing financial difficulties due to the pandemic. Please share this information so we can ensure that those who need this resource are aware of the relaunch.
At tomorrow’s meeting, the Council will consider approving the contract for Duvall Field design services awarded to KCI Technologies, Inc. in the amount of $264,093. In the past, the City secured another consulting firm to get the community’s input about possible amenities that could be added to the new design. You can see a list […]
Please join this important town hall with Maryland State Comptroller Peter Franchot regarding the financial health of the State and other topics. Registration is required. Zoom link will be sent to registrants. Date: October 28, 2020 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Address: College Park, MD 20740 Link: Register Here
Thank you Public Works for doing a fantastic job with the Paint Recycling this morning. For the first time, residents are having the opportunity to bring unused paints to the Public Works facility and recycle them for FREE. They will collect your unused paints until 12 noon today!
Formula 2040: The Master Plan for Parks, Recreation, and Open Space, adopted by The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) in 2013, guides Prince George’s County in the creation of a system that will serve nearly one million people in an urban/suburban setting and strives to achieve the goals of connectivity, health and wellness, […]
Thank you all who attended last night’s town hall on City’s recreation study. We had a good turnout with a lot of good questions and comments from the residents. Please see the recorded video below.
Tonight, at 7:30 PM, The Greenbelt City Council will be holding a work session with the Town of Berwyn Heights and the City of College Park regarding the Greenbelt Road Task Force. The group will discuss a report that lays out the present and future potential of the Greenbelt Road corridor. Earlier, a Panel met […]
Dr. Fazlul Kabir is a five-term City Council Member of the City of College Park District 1.