College Park could see first property tax increase in more than a decade
Currently, College Park has the lowest residential property tax rates in Prince George’s County for municipalities with at least $1 billion in assessed value.
College Park City Council discusses creating a youth advisory committee
In last Tuesday’s meeting, the city council considered a proposal for a committee composed of eight to 10 city residents attending surrounding high schools.
College Park City Council approves student rent subsidy pilot program
The pilot program will grant 120 subsidies of $1,250 to eligible and selected undergraduate and graduate students.
Key takeaways from the proposed College Park city budget
City manager Kenny Young’s proposed budget is $27,483,782, compared to a $24,796,405 budget in the 2024 fiscal year.
College Park City Council discusses options for rent subsidy pilot program
A subcommittee report proposed that the city offer about 150 grants of $1,500 through the program.
College Park City Council approves Rhode Island Avenue design improvements
The improvements in Rhode Island Avenue's 7200 block are meant to act as traffic calming measures.
College Park to launch new city website
Some additions to the new website include a section to help users better navigate the site, an improved council and staff directory and a dedicated language translation button.
College Park City Council discusses city-university partnership, affordable housing
The partnership, which was created in 1997, seeks to promote economic development and a sustainable community for both the city and university.
College Park could soon have a new community garden
The garden would be located in Davis Field and the Hollywood Community Garden, which city staff said needs upgrades.
Restorative Justice Commission seeks to rename local sites to honor Lakeland heritage
The commission was established in 2022 with the goal of reckoning with the city’s history and restoring the Lakeland neighborhood.