We are in the process of preparing a strategic plan for Takoma Park to determine how the City can help provide a range of housing options for residents of varying incomes and respond to future economic development opportunities. We’d like to learn what you think!

Join us November 7 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Community Center, and let us know how the recommendations included in the preliminary plan may impact you, your neighbors and the community. Visit this page for more information about the project.

The Takoma Park Police Department is now accepting applications for its Community Police Academy.  The Community Police Academy will start on Tuesday, January 9, 2018.

The Community Police Academy is a 12-week long program consisting of one class a week on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.  The classes cover topics such as patrol, traffic enforcement, use of force, criminal investigations, etc.  The presentations are slide show/lecture style and will be given by officers, detectives and civilians of the Takoma Park Police Department.  There will also be multiple opportunities for hands-on learning through equipment demonstrations, practical scenarios, field trips and ride-alongs with patrol officers.

The Takoma Park Police Department believes that educating the community will result in gaining their understanding and support.  Through implementation of the Community Police Academy, the community will gain new insight into how law enforcement officers perform their duties.  The success of any law enforcement agency depends largely upon the amount of cooperation and support it receives from the community it serves.

The Community Police Academy is free to the public.  Seats are limited to the first 25 students and will be filled based on a first come/first serve basis.  The Takoma Park Police Department encourages all applicants to be able to commit to the full 12 weeks to get the most out of the program.

If you are interested in learning about the Takoma Park Police Department and local government, you are 18 years of age or older, and live or work in Takoma Park, you may apply. The applicants may not have any serious misdemeanor or any felony offenses.

Applications for the Community Police Academy are available at the Takoma Park Police Department located at 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912.  You may also click the following link, fill out the application and submit it electronically to Cathy Plevy: https://takomapark.seamlessdocs.com/f/kb2evbr4rbj7.

The deadline to turn in a completed application is Friday, December 1, 2017.

Any questions about the Community Police Academy can be directed to the Public Information Officer, Cathy Plevy, at 301-891-7142 or cathyp@takomaparkmd.gov

Trying to determine if buying a home is the road you want to travel?  Join us for this free first-time home buyer seminar, led by the Latino Economic Development Corporation (LEDC), a HUD certified housing organization, where you will gain a better understanding of all the steps necessary to successfully close on a new home.  Attend the entire session and receive a Certificate of Completion, allowing you access to low interest loans.

First-Time Home Buyer Seminar:Saturday, November 4, 2017

8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD

Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. To register, please contact the Housing & Community Development Department at (301) 891-7119 or sign up at

https://takomaparkmd.gov/government/housing-and-community-development/grant-programs/the-home-stretch-down-payment-assistance-program/

Continental breakfast and light lunch will be provided.

In Takoma Park, we believe that everyone should be able to have their voices heard, no matter their age!

Keeping to this idea, the City Council has newly established a Takoma Park Youth Council to provide an opportunity for the youth in our community to actively participate in their government.

How will I serve?

The Youth Council, will serve their fellow youth by:

• informing the Takoma Park municipal government of the needs and wishes of youth
• planning and implementing social, educational, cultural and recreational activities for the youth;
• working with the Mayor, City Council, City department heads, schools, civic clubs and service organizations to provide service and leadership opportunities for the youth of the City; and,
• helping to instill a feeling of positive self-worth and esteem, teaching respect for the rights of others, and promoting community pride.

Who are we looking for?

YOU! The Youth Council will consist of nine members in grades 7 through 12, with at least one member representing each of Takoma Park’s six wards. Additionally, members must meet the following qualifications:

• remain residents of the City and the ward they may represent;
• attend at least 75% of Youth Council meetings;
• maintain at least a 2.5 grade point average for the current school year;
• fulfill the responsibilities of the office held; and,
• set an example for youth in the community.

How can I apply?

We’re so excited that you’re ready to be the voice for your friends and peers! Applications can be completed and submitted to the City Clerk online by visiting this link. Please submit applications by Friday, October 13, 2017.

We’re thrilled to begin this new initiative and can’t wait to see the Youth Council in action. For a complete overview of the expectations, duties, and responsibilities please visit this page.  

The City of Takoma Park is actively seeking a new Chief of Police.

For more information about the role and to see the qualifications Takoma Park is looking for, please visit this link.

The Nominating Caucus to accept nominations of candidates for city council and mayor will convene at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 12, in the Community Center Auditorium.

This meeting is open to the public and all are invited to attend. Only qualified voters residing in the City of Takoma Park may nominate or second the nomination of candidates. Arrive early to check in if you plan to place a name in nomination or second a nomination.

Any resident who wishes to run for the office of mayor or city councilmember in the November 7, 2017 City Election must be nominated at the caucus in order to have his or her name placed on the ballot. Candidates must meet all the requirements of the office.

View the meeting agenda with notes for participants and other information about the caucus.

View complete election information for candidates.

The City of Takoma Park, Maryland, will hold a public hearing to consider an Ordinance authorizing an amount not to exceed $9,000,000.00 of public debt (the “Bonds”) to be issued under the State of Maryland’s Local Government Infrastructure Financing Program, pursuant to the authority of Section 4-230 of the Housing and Community Development Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, as amended. The purpose of this debt is to finance a portion of the costs of 1) Takoma Park Library and Community Center renovations; 2) construction of the Flower Avenue Green Street Project and the Ethan Allen Gateway Project, including, but not limited to, roadway and streetscape improvements such as ADA compliant sidewalks and ramps and LED street lighting; and 3) to pay the costs of issuance of the bonds. The public hearing will be held in the Takoma Park Community Center Auditorium, 7500 Maple Ave., Takoma Park, Maryland at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7, 2017. Written public comments may be submitted to the City of Takoma Park in care of the City Clerk, 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912 or via email at clerk@takomaparkmd.gov.