College Park to establish recreational sports leagues for senior citizens
Many believe that these social leagues may also have the potential to include students from this university.
College Park has lost 8 acres of tree canopy over last decade, new assessment shows
A tree canopy is a measure of how much of an area is shaded by trees — an important factor when it comes to air pollution absorption and reducing erosion.
College Park City Council considers tax credits for affordable housing, blighted properties
Mayor Fazlul Kabir said the city is interested in focusing the revitalization tax credit program’s housing tax credits on affordable housing in particular.
College Park residents divided over student rent subsidy pilot program
The city would need GPA, Pell Grant eligibility and enrollment data from this university to verify a student’s eligibility for the pilot program.
College Park City Council to focus on mayor pro tem’s role, pedestrian safety this spring
This past fall, the city council increased homeownership grants for first responders and voted to distribute funds to businesses, among other initiatives.
College Park City Council discusses rent subsidy pilot program for student housing
The pilot program could soon grant 150 University of Maryland undergraduate students a $1,500 rental subsidy for off campus apartments.
College Park City Council member Jacob Hernandez outlines priorities for first term
On Tuesday, Hernandez was inaugurated as one of College Park's District 1 council members.
College Park opts to continue contract with VeoRide despite concerns
Some questioned VeoRide’s ability to respond when devices violate the forced parking mechanism and limit accessibility in the city.
College Park City Council discusses economic development, business improvement district
Tuesday’s city council presentation came amid a rise in concern from students and city residents about College Park’s economic development.
Term lengths, student engagement top-of-mind for College Park voters in city election
Districts 1 and 3 saw contested races, with incumbent candidates vying for council member seats against newcomers.