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The Public Works department is currently requesting proposals from qualified firms or individuals to establish a contract with the City of Takoma Park for stormwater system cleaning and video inspection.
The City of Takoma Park is pleased to introduce the Façade Easement Program, which provides matching funds to business and property owners for physical improvements to building exteriors and their surroundings. The program will provide a dollar for dollar match up to 50% of the overall cost for eligible improvement expenses, with a minimum value of $2,000 and a maximum value of $10,000 per storefront. Similar easement and grant programs from past years for façade-related improvements have had significant positive impacts on the City's commercial areas.
Please download the letter below outlining the eligible areas in the city, types of improvements covered in the program, and details on an information session on February 28 at the Takoma Park Community Center Auditorium. The application deadline is March 31, 2012 and applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss potential improvements with staff prior to making a submission. For more information, contact Erkin Ozberk at (301) 891-7213 or ErkinO@takomagov.org.
PEPCO has been developing work plans for regular maintenance pruning along low voltage delivery lines around the City. They will be working on the single and vertical triple lines that residential service wires connect to. PEPCO foresters are determining what areas need pruning and are inspecting nearby trees for faults.
If a tree with a significant fault is found where failure might cause the tree to damage wires, PEPCO is asking permission from the City and the homeowner for removal. If the tree is dead, hazardous, or scores in the 1% range, according to the factors listed in the City Code, permission to remove will be given. A 1% ranked tree is likely to need removal within a few years and it seems sensible to allow these removals at no cost to the property owners. Since the property owners will get the declining tree removed at no cost to them, it is strongly encouraged that they replant new trees to replace the lost canopy.
PEPCO is also removing City trees from the right of way that are agreed to be hazardous or near death. After the tree removal work is completed, the City will bring in a contractor to grind stumps in the right of way; home owners will be responsible for stumps on their own property. The planting spaces that become vacant will be added to the City's potential tree planting inventory and the City will replace the tree when it schedules replanting on that street.
Invitation to Apply for Home Repairs – Mission Serve Housing Project
February 13, 2012
The City of Takoma Park is collaborating with Mission Serve, a non-profit organization, to assist in the rehabilitation of owner-occupied homes this summer. Projects are developed in partnership with the homeowner and range from roof repairs and accessibility improvements to painting and the removal of overgrowth and debris. The work is done by volunteers under the supervision of qualified construction staff and at no cost to the homeowner. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds have been allocated for this effort and as such, participation in the program is limited to income eligible households. We anticipate being able to assist 20-25 homeowners in this effort.
If you would like to participate in this project, complete the APPLICATION FORM(PDF). Mission Serve representatives will conduct site visits in early to mid- March to select the houses that will be a part of the project. The repairs identified during this process would be completed the week of July 2, 2012. For more information, please contact the Housing and Community Development Department at 301.891.7222.
Takoma Park 5K Challenge! Registration is Open!
February 8, 2012
Join us this year for the Takoma Park Safe Routes to School 5K Challenge! It's back for 2012 and better than ever! New for 2012... Welcome Takoma Park Middle School! TPMS joins East Silver Spring, Piney Branch, Rolling Terrace and Takoma Park Elementary Schools. Proceeds fund PTA programs focusing on pedestrian safety, health and fitness.
This year's race is happening on Sunday, May 6, 2012. Starts at 8:00 am.
Click the link to register for the Takoma Park Safe Routes to School 5K Challenge! http://www.tkpk5k.com
Three Year Indefinite Quantities Sidewalk and Streetscape Construction Contract
February 6, 2012
The Pre-Bid meeting for the "Three Year Indefinite Quantities Sidewalk and Streetscape Construction Contract" took place in Takoma Park community center on January 26, 2012. Several questions were raised by the attendants in the meeting. The summary of Pre- Bid meeting questions and answers is available by clicking HERE.
Annual Financial Report RFP
January 18, 2012
The City of Takoma Park is requesting separate proposals for the preparation of and audit of its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Proposals are due February 21, 2012.
The City of Takoma Park is currently in the process of building a new website. As part of the transition we are relocating where our on-line documents are stored and will be removing unaccessed portions of the current site. If you experience any problems or find any non-functioning links please let us know via webmaster@takomagov.org.
Information About Washington Adventist Hospital's Request to Move
December 2, 2011
Information about Washington Adventist Hospital's request to move and a questionnaire to find out your thoughts are in the December issue of the Takoma Park Newsletter. An online version of the questionnaire is available HERE and background information from the Certificate of Need evidentiary hearing is available HERE.
Fair Return Rent Petition Regulations
November 22, 2011
Attention tenants: If your landlord in Takoma Park has filed a fair return rent increase petition your rent could increase beyond the current rent stabilization allowance.
The City of Takoma Park has made the return rent petition regulation available for download. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Download the document here. (PDF)
Ward 6 - New Sidewalk Proposal
October 6, 2011
The rollplan documents for the new Ward 6 proposal are now available. The two PDF documents can be downloaded below.
If your property suffered damage (often chimney damage) from the earthquake and/or hurricane Irene you are eligible for expedited permit approval. Contact county Historic Preservation Staff at 301-563-3400 for more details.
Washington Gas Service Line Replacement Project Web Page For Project Tracking
July 6, 2011
The City has set up a page on the City's website for the upcoming Washington Gas service line replacement project in Old Takoma. The page can be accessed at www.takomaparkmd.gov/washingtongas. The page will post updates as they become available. Currently the page has a copy of the informational letter provided by Washington Gas, the City permit copy, the list of affected addresses and contact information. A schedule for the project has not yet been established. There is also the option for users to request notice via email or text whenever the page is updated.
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