College Park to distribute free trees to offset damages from summer storm
The city’s tree canopy has declined in the past 10 years.
UMD researchers analyze how trees in urban areas could decrease stormwater
The researchers published their findings in Nature magazine in November.
College Park City Council discusses sustainable building for new apartment construction
The complex, called The Standard, will include 283 apartment units.
College Park Council discusses new plans for the tree trimming project near airport
The revised plans call for trees to be trimmed every four to five years.
After heated debate in College Park, Prince George’s County halts tree work
The “tree trimming” project was an attempt to increase safety measures for pilots flying at night, the airport's manager said.
Tree removal near College Park Airport sparks contention at city council meeting
One resident called the removal of over 250 trees as a "slaughter" of the tree canopy.
College Park City Council flags concerns about potential tree cutting restrictions
The council plans to host a public forum for residents to express concerns with the ordinance.
Construction at UMD is displacing trees, but more will be replanted
Some 125 trees have been cut down due to construction projects.