WEEKLY BULLETIN | December 14, 2018
Have questions about the City's annual Curbside Leaf Collection? Our Director of Public Works Robert goes over the how-to's, tips and more for when the leaf collection trucks come to your neighborhood. Click here to watch the video . For more information about curbside leaf collection, visit www.collegeparkmd.gov/specialcollections#curbsideleaf .

Note for this weekend: With the possibility of flooding from heavy rain this weekend, please check your curbs and remove any piles of leaves that have gone off the curb into the flow line of the gutter. This will help prevent leaves from clogging stormdrains. For updates regarding this weekend's weather, visit weather.gov .
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Important Safety Tips and Reminders for Winter Break
Before you leave for winter break or vacation, please check out the following safety reminders from the University of Maryland Police Department.

  • Double check all windows and doors are locked and secured prior to leaving.
  • If leaving for winter break, take valuable items (jewelry, money, portable electronics, etc.) with you to avoid potential theft.
  • Remove items of value and secure windows and doors from your vehicle.
  • Ask a friend or a trusted neighbor to keep an eye on your home while you are away.
  • Store and secure any loose items that might be in the yard (ladder, tools, bicycle, etc.)
  • Set your alarm to your security system.
  • If possible, put lights on a timer to give the appearance of someone being home.
  • Stop mail and newspaper deliveries.
Curbside Leaf Collections
Curbside leaf collection is on schedule . Weather permitting, crews will be in the following neighborhoods next week: SA5-Rhode Island Ave West, Cherry Hill & Autoville; SA6-Rhode Island Ave East; SA7-North End.

You can help by making sure there are no branches, brush or sticks in leaf piles. Rake your leaves and soft yard waste to the curb. To ensure collection, put leaves out by the first day listed. The calendar may show two or three days in an area, but we only collect once per street per collection cycle. Residents can find out when their neighborhood will be serviced by visiting our website for the most up-to-date calendar or look for signs posted in their neighborhood with the collection dates. Signs will be posted the week prior to collection.

Weekly collection of soft yard waste is suspended during November/December and early January. Bags or containers of soft yard waste will only be collected when the vacuum trucks are scheduled to be in your neighborhood. Do not mix twigs and branches with soft yard waste.
CITY DEPARTMENTS
Department of Public Works
The Council approved a contract award for the renovation of Crystal Springs playground, which will change the use from a children’s playground to a fit-lot featuring outdoor fitness equipment. The project is planned for the spring of 2019.

Crosswalk installed at Edgewood and 47th Place.

Repaired Pedestrian Street Lights along Route 1 and Knox Road at Smoothie King.

Special Trash/Bulk Trash: Residents are reminded they must schedule an appointment to collect bulk trash, white goods, electronics for recycling, or yard waste/brush. Upcoming holidays will impact special collections - there are no special collections on December 27, 28 or January 3. Plan ahead and schedule a Thursday or Friday appointment by calling 240-487-3590 or emailing publicworks@collegeparkmd.gov . Please don’t place items at the curb until you have an appointment which are scheduled on a first come first serve basis, and slots fill up. Have your items at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled day.

Holiday Light Recycling: All holiday lights, working or not-working, are accepted for recycling at MOM’s Organic Market (9801 Rhode Island Avenue, College Park) in December and the beginning of January. Please remove lights from bags/packaging and place in designated holiday lights recycling bin located in the lobby when you enter MOM’s Organic Market.

Requests for replacement street trees in right-of-ways, call 240-487-3590 or email Brenda Alexander at balexander@collegeparkmd.gov .

The City has a program to reimburse the cost (up to $150.00) of approved trees on private property, it’s called the Tree Canopy Enhancement Program (TCEP). Click here for more information and application.
For any information related to refuse, recycling, or other Public Works related items, contact the Department at:
240-487-3590 or publicworks@

The Department is located at 9217 51st Ave.
Items available to purchase from the Department:

50-gallon rain barrels for $72. Click here for more information.

Yard Waste Carts for City residents for $25. Click here for more information.

Backyard Composting Bins for $20 (city residents) and $40(non-residents). Click here for more information.

SMARTLEAF® compost ($28 cubic yard) and wood mulch ($12 cubic yard) are available for pick up. Click here for more information. Deliveries have ended for the season.
Weekly Highlights of Contract Police Activity
November 30 - December 6, 2018
11/30 Contract Officers conducted a traffic stop for a minor infraction at Baltimore Avenue and Melbourne Place. The driver was in possession of suspected cocaine and was placed under arrest.

12/1 Contract officer responded to a complaint of a suspicious vehicle in 3500 block of Marlborough Way. The vehicle was not reported stolen but was registered to a residence on Marlborough Way.

12/3 Contract officer impounded a vehicle (tags issued to another vehicle) at Edgewood Road and 52nd Place.

12/3 Contract officer tagged 2 vehicles for improper tags at Edgewood Road and Hollywood Road and 52nd Place.

12/4 Contract officer tagged 4 vehicles with improper tags at 51st Ave and Edgewood Road. 

12/5 Contract officer conducted a traffic assignment (Speed Enforcement) in the 9000 block of Baltimore Avenue. (52 citations were issued as the officer was operating the portable “Mobile Camera.”

12/5 Contract officer conducted a traffic assignment (Stop Sign Enforcement) at Edmonston Road and Knoxville Road. 6 citations and 4 warning citations were issued
Statistical Data and Issued:
MD State Citations: 42
Warnings: 78
Equipment Repair Orders: 9
Distracted Driving Citations: 1
Parking Citations: 5
Field Observation Report: 1
Youth Field Observation Report: 0
Citations in Lieu of Arrest: 0
Civil Citation: 0
Criminal Arrests: 1
DWS Arrest: 0
DWI Arrest: 0
Warrant Arrest: 0
Premise Checks: 2
Referral Student Code of Conduct: 0
Zone 1/Downtown Area Pedestrian Warnings: 12
Zone 1/Downtown Area Pedestrian Citations: 0
Zone 2/Berwyn - Lakeland Pedestrian Warnings: 2
Zone 2/Berwyn - Lakeland Pedestrian Citations: 1
Zone 3/North College Park Pedestrian Warnings: 0
Zone 3/North College Park Pedestrian Citations: 0
CITY EVENTS
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 15
10:00 a.m. to noon
College Park Community Center
5051 Pierce Ave

Tis the season for a holly jolly Breakfast with Santa! Join Santa on Saturday, December 15 from 10 a.m. until noon at the College Park Community Center for yummy complimentary continental breakfast.

Bring your camera to capture photos with Santa. There may also be a surprise or two! Children of all ages are invited to participate. 

Sponsored by the City's Recreation Board and the Maryland-National capital Park and Planning Commission. Reservations are not required. For more information click here or call 240-487-3570.
City Tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Saturday, January 12, 2019
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Kay Theatre, The Clarice

Join us for the 28th Annual City Tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Saturday, January 12. 2019 from 2:00 -3:30 p.m. at The Clarice located on the University of Maryland campus. This inspirational and educational event is free and for all ages. 

This year's theme is "Injustice Anywhere is a Threat to Justice Everywhere" presented by the 2019 Keynote Speaker Melvin C. High. Mr. High is Prince George's County Sheriff. 

Free event parking is available nearby in University Lots 1b and Z all day on Saturdays (excluding home football games). These lots are about a 2-5 minute walk to the venue. There are also paid parking options in the Stadium Drive Garage as well.

For more information, please click here .

The selections and songs presented during the event are chosen by the participants as their way to honor Dr. King. The City, by sponsoring this event, does not endorse any particular religion, belief system or presentation.
UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS
Meetings at a Glance
City of College Park Mayor and Council Notice of Meetings
Tuesday, January 8, 2018 - 7:30 p.m.
  • Mayor and Council Worksession

Tuesday, January 15, 2018 - 7:30 p.m.
  • Mayor and Council Regular Meeting
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