Join the FY27 Community Budget Forum on Monday, November 17 at 7:00 p.m. (virtual) and help shape how our local services are funded. Learn more: https://bit.ly/47Bl4FW
Local artists may apply for an upcoming exhibition at the #TKPK Community Center featuring work by new or current members of the Takoma ARTery artists group. Applicants should submit the online application form and requested materials by Sunday, November 9. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3W5eMrT
#TKPK residents may submit a request for a new sidewalk or a new traffic calming device located within one-quarter of a mile from their primary residence. Requests submitted by Friday, October 31, will be considered in the budget process for the following year. Learn more: https://bit.ly/45MbE8q
The FY 2027 Takoma Park Community Budget Survey is available online! We invite all #TKPK residents to share any ideas and innovations you think the City should consider as part of its upcoming fiscal year budget development. Learn more on the City website: https://bit.ly/4gXJE7k
The City of Takoma Park's Multifamily Building Improvement Grant Program will open for a second round of applications this fall! A virtual information session will take place on Tuesday, October 28 at 6:00 p.m. Learn more about this event: https://bit.ly/4qmFXw9
Economic Development Week may be coming to a close, but the Open for Business Grant isn't! #TKPK encourages businesses to locate within the City or expand their current Takoma Park space. The program awards grants up to $10,000 with no restrictions on usage- funds can be applied where most needed!
Get ready for a spooktacular time at the Monster Bash! Join us on Saturday, October 25 at Takoma Park Middle School for music, magic, Trunk-or-Treat, and more—don’t miss the fun! 🎃👻 Learn more: https://bit.ly/42EoHIw
The City was awarded $82,000 from Maryland’s Greenspace Equity Program for improvements to Dorothy’s Woods. Join the Department of Public Works for a community meeting to hear more about this project on Tuesday, November 4 at 6:30 p.m. (via Zoom). Learn more: https://bit.ly/47qmfab
WSSC Water's temporary water bill assistance program will run through October 31. The assistance program helps eligible customers with a delinquent balance (as of June) by offering forgiveness of a portion of their balance and waiving late payment charges and fees. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eLOROe
The City of Takoma Park recognizes the importance of economic development and celebrates the contributions of our City's businesses. At the City Council meeting on Oct. 22, Mayor Talisha Searcy read and signed a proclamation declaring this week Economic Development Week in #TKPK.
The City of Takoma Park's Multifamily Building Improvement Grant Program will open for a second round of applications this fall! A virtual information session will take place on Tuesday, October 28 at 6:00 p.m. Learn more about this event: https://bit.ly/4qmFXw9
Takoma Park landlords can now manage and report rent data through our new Rent Reporting platform. The HCD Department will be providing a virtual webinar with step-by-step directions on how to update fees, rent changes, and more on this new platform. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4oipes8
TKPK residents have witnessed an increase in immigration enforcement activity in our area. It can be challenging to determine the identity of immigration enforcement officers with certainty. Mayor Searcy explains what to look for in her latest blog. Read more: https://bit.ly/47p4fgh
The City Facade Improvement Grant program offers businesses up to $10,000 to revamp their storefronts! The program's latest awardees used their grant funds on new and improved signs, awnings, doors, brickwork, and painting.
#TKPK City Council meets tonight, Wednesday, October 22 at 7:30pm in the Community Center Auditorium (7500 Maple Ave). The public is invited to comment at each regular weekly meeting in person or via Zoom for those who cannot attend. Learn more: https://bit.ly/TKPK-Council-Meetings
Two of the new Maryland landlord and tenant laws passed on October 1, 2025 pertains to the City of Takoma Park: Late Fees (HB 273) and Eviction Procedures (HB 767). Read more: https://bit.ly/4q5C92a
Tune in to "We Are Takoma" and "Somos Takoma, airing today at 12pm on Takoma Radio 94.3FM. You'll learn about Economic Development Week and hear from Matt Bormet, the co-owner of People's Books, and Krissi Humbard, the City's Economic Development Specialist. Listen online: https://bit.ly/4jPYkFQ
Discover how the Facade Improvement Grant transformed People's Books and supported the local community! Hear insights from co-owner Matt Bormet and Economic Development Specialist Krissi Humbard on "We Are Takoma" tomorrow at 12pm on Takoma Radio. Learn more about Krissi: https://bit.ly/3JhbXRy
Join the FY27 Community Budget Forum on Monday, November 17 at 7:00 p.m. (virtual) and help shape how our local services are funded. Learn more: https://bit.ly/47Bl4FW
Landlords across Takoma Park can now manage and report rent data through our new Rent Reporting platform. The HCD department will be providing a virtual webinar with step-by-step directions on how to update fees, rent changes, and more on this new platform. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4oipes8
Discover Robin's inspiring journey in sustainable living as he shares his coast-to-coast cycling experience—producing just 2 pounds of waste, using 160 gallons of water, and consuming 284 pounds of reclaimed food over 3.5 months. Learn more about his upcoming presentation: https://bit.ly/4p9BlIZ
It's Maryland Economic Development Week and we're kicking off with the release of the new Small Business Resource Guide, an extensive list of grant opportunities, funding programs and support organizations to help small business owners start, strengthen or grow their business. https://bit.ly/46YFSqV
In celebration of Economic Development Week, cities and towns across the state promote the economic development projects and programs that make Maryland and the City of Takoma Park a great place to live, work and play. Stay tuned for more Economic Development news this week!
Local artists may apply for an upcoming exhibition at the #TKPK Community Center featuring work by new or current members of the Takoma ARTery artists group. Applicants should submit the online application form and requested materials by Sunday, November 9. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3W5eMrT
#TKPK residents may submit a request for a new sidewalk or a new traffic calming device located within one-quarter of a mile from their primary residence. Requests submitted by Friday, October 31, will be considered in the budget process for the following year. Learn more: https://bit.ly/45MbE8q
