UMD DOTS implements required micromobility training, lower speed limit
Students must complete the course and obtain a certificate before they can register their privately owned electric micromobility vehicles for use on campus.
College Park installs new pedestrian, bike safety measures on Knox and Hartwick Roads
Student leaders in the Student Government Association and Residence Hall Association have highlighted safety concerns along these roads to the city council in recent months.
UMD SGA looks to increase pedestrian, bicyclist safety on Knox Road
Some university community members say the road is dangerous and that College Park should add new safety measures.
People aren’t born to scoot. Teach them how before they hit us.
Whatever criticisms we may have about drivers, they’ve — at least once in their lives — demonstrated enough competency to be on our roads.
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.
Students relaunch pedestrian safety initiative with focus on education, micromobility
The new campaign aims to have a larger scope, focusing on pedestrian and micromobility safety, data collection and other priorities.
UMD DOTS, students paint crosswalks to raise awareness for pedestrian safety
Studies show painted crosswalks help drivers identify pedestrians and prevent accidents.
Closing Knox Road to cars is the key to reimagining public spaces in College Park
To take back our city, College Park legislators must close off Knox Road to cars
Newest College Park City Council member wants to prioritize green space, walkability
Alan Hew was one of 11 people who applied for the vacant District 1 seat in June and was one of four interviewed for the position.
College Park considers city’s first pedestrian-only plaza on Knox Road
Based on the initial plans, the council will consider whether to make a permanent plaza between Route 1 and Yale Avenue or use removable bollards to set up a plaza there on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights as well as during city events.