Resident Information
Welcome to the Town of University Park. Here are a few quick tips to get you acquainted with Town. Feel free to contact Town Hall with any questions.
- Area Info, News & Events
- Building Permits
- Civic Association
- County Animal Services Division
- House Watch Request
- Legislators
- Parks & Recreation
- Public Library
- Public Schools
- Town Newsletter
- Town Shuttle Bus
- UP Helping Paws & Lost Pet Database
- UP Listserv
- UP Woman's Club
- Vehicle Parking Stickers
- Waste Collection Services
Here are some great resources for what's happening in our area. You'll find info for local events and news and help you learn more about our area's history, art and culture.
Maryland Milestones, also known as Anacostia Trails Heritage Area (ATHA), is the name of the heritage area that encompasses University Park. Sign up for their weekly e-blast or visit their website to learn more about our heritage area.
Hyattsville Wire is an online lifestyle news resource for University Park and surrounding towns and cities. Click on the University Park tab on the homepage to read articles that include UP.
Route One Fun! is a local blog all about what's happening around Prince George's Route 1, also known as Baltimore Avenue.
Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation provides recreation programs, facilities, and services for residents and visitors. They also operate and maintain more than 27,000 acres of parkland throughout the county, including land developed to provide parks, picnic areas, athletic fields, historic sites, community centers, and recreation facilities.
Prince George's County MD Conference and Visitors Bureau is the official visitor, travel and tourism information & promotion resource for Prince George's County.
Town building permits are required if you are planning to do any exterior work to your property. Please call Town Hall at 301-927-4262 if you have any questions.
Documents
University Park Civic Association
The University Park Civic Association (UPCA) is a self-governing organization of residents of the Town of University Park, Maryland. Formed more than 20 years ago, they plan and sponsor events for adults, children and families.
The UPCA sponsors more than a dozen events each year through the annual supporting contribution of $25 per family, and some funding from the Town of University Park. Become a member or to view upcoming events.
If you will be away from your residence for vacation or a long period of time, we encourage you to contact the Police Department, at least 48 hours before you plan to be away, and make a house watch request where officers will examine the physical security of vacant residences.
Online or Printable Forms
Make an online request or fill out and submit the printed version (PDF).
Contact the Police Department at 301-277-0051 Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Maryland Governor
Lawrence J. Hogan, Jr.
100 State Circle
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: 410- 974-3901
United States Senators
Christopher Van Hollen, Jr.
110 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
Phone: 202-224-4654
Benjamin L. Cardin
509 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
Phone: 202-224-4524
United States Representatives (Maryland District 5)
Steny Hoyer
1705 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20515
Phone: 202-225-4131
State Senator (District 22)
Paul G. Pinsky
James Senate Office Building Room 220
11 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: 410-841-3155, 301-858-3155, 800-492-7122, ext. 3155
State Delegates (District 22)
Anne Healey
House Office Building
Room 361
6 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: 410-841-3961, 301-858-3961, 800-492-7122, ext. 3961
Alonzo T. Washington
House Office Building
Room 205
6 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: 410-841-3652, 301-858-3652, 800-492-7122, ext. 3652
House Office Building
Room 209
6 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: 410-841-3058, 301-858-3058
1-800-492-7122, ext. 3058 (toll free)
Prince George’s County
County Executive Angela D. Alsobrooks
1301 McCormick Drive
Suite 4000
Largo, MD 20774
Phone: 301-952-4131
County Council Dannielle M. Glaros, Chair (District 3)
County Administration Building
2nd floor
14741 Governor Oden Bowie Dr.
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Phone: 301-952-3060
Playgrounds & Courts
The Town has two playgrounds. One is commonly known as the "Tot Lot" which is located between 43rd and 44th Avenue.
The second one is a beautiful, new nature-themed playground located on the 6600 block of Wells Parkway.
We have two tennis courts located on the 6500 block of Queens Chapel Road.
Trails
We also have about one mile of wooded, paved, park trails running from Adelphi Road to 44th Avenue.
Library Renovations
The Hyattsville Branch on Adelphi Road is currently closed for renovations. It has been temporarily relocated to:
6502 America Boulevard
Hyattsville, MD 20782
Online Access
Visit the Hyattsville Branch online.
University Park Elementary School (pre-K to 5th grade) is located at:
4315 Underwood Street
Hyattsville, MD 20782
Visit the UP Elementary School website.
Hyattsville Middle School (Grades 6-8) is located at:
6001 42nd Avenue
Hyattsville, MD 20781
Visit the Hyattsville Middle School website.
Northwestern High School (Grades 9-12) is located at:
7000 Adelphi Road
Hyattsville, MD 20782
Visit the Northwestern High School website.
Newsletter Distribution
The Town produces a monthly newsletter. A copy is mailed to every residence and includes a column from the Mayor and the Police Chief reports on safety. It also contains:
- Calendar and Town Directory
- Crime Report
- Legislation
- Council Meeting Minutes
- Town Events
- Town News
Most Recent Issue
View the most recent issue (PDF).
Buses
There are several ways to get around to our neighboring towns and cities and Washington, D.C. without getting into your vehicle. Learn more about transport options, including the Town Shuttle Bus for seniors and disabled persons.
Shuttle Bus
The University Park Shuttle Bus offers free transport for University Park residents only, Monday through Friday, to and from the Prince George's Plaza Metro stop. Weekday scheduled trips to the Metro are offered between 6 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. and scheduled pick-ups from the Metro to University Park are offered from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Drop-off and pick-up location is on the east side of the station, by the parking lot on the opposite side of the shops. Riders are picked up at the same location where they are dropped off each day.
Documents
View the schedule of the Town Shuttle Bus (PDF).
View a map of the morning and evening route (PDF), including designated stops, to and from Prince George's Plaza Metro.
UP Helping Paws
UP Helping Paws provides information and resources for pet owners in University Park. Visit their blog for more information.
Register Pets or Report Lost Pets
If you’re a University Park resident, you can register your pet by visiting the UP Helping Paws’ blog. To report a lost or found pet, please email UPHelpingPaws@gmail.com or visit the blog for more information.
We Recommend Microchipping
Have your pets microchipped and make sure they wear their tags at all times so they can be identified.
The University Park Listserv is a neighbor-to-neighbor forum for residents of University Park (UP), and the adjacent neighborhood of College Heights Estates (CHE). The listserv was started many years ago as a virtual backyard fence for residents. It is meant to be a friendly neighbor-to-neighbor exchange of information of interest to our neighborhood. The listserv currently has almost 1,400 members and is moderated and supported by a group of volunteers. The listserv is not maintained or monitored by Town elected officials or staff.
Visit the UP listserv information website at tinyurl.com/univparklist for how to join the group, edit your subscription, and view the guidelines for posting.
Founded in 1941, The University Park Woman’s Club is the area’s chapter of the General Federation of Women’s Club, a philanthropic entity committed to community service, education and women’s advocacy. For more than 75 years, the UPWC has sponsored events and offered education scholarships. To join or learn more, please visit the University Park Woman’s Club website.
Parking Stickers for Residents
You will see that University Park residents have square blue "UP" stickers on their bumpers. These stickers help our police officers determine who lives in Town and who is visiting, and prevent people from outside Town parking on our streets for extended periods of time.
Get Your Sticker
To get a sticker, come to the Town Hall:
6724 Baltimore Avenue
University Park, MD 20782
Present your driver's license showing your University Park address (or a utility bill in your name) and your license plate number. Stickers are free. These stickers are not a requirement, but are highly recommended.
Quick Collection Facts
- Single stream recycling is collected every Friday - No plastic bags.
- Trash and bulk trash are collected every Tuesday.
- Yard waste is collected every Monday. No plastic bags - yard waste must be in paper bags or in a container to be collected, in accordance with Prince George’s County regulations.
Visit our Public Works page or the Public Works calendar to learn more about waste collection.
Compost Program
In the Fall of 2011, University Park launched its organics compost pilot with 50 volunteers using resources from the STEP UP Program and an outsourced vendor. The program is now serviced by the Public Works Department and has been expanded to include over 200 homes.
Food scraps are collected at the curb every Monday. All supplies are provided by the Town.
Participate in Composting
If you are interested in participating in the program, please email our Public Works Director Mickey Beall at mbeall@upmd.org.
Compost Program Guide (PDF)