Vision 2030
About
In planning for Vision 2030, the Board of Directors of the College Park City-University Partnership acknowledges the historical disparities that have affected our City-University community. As both the University and the City strive to address these disparities, the Partnership is committed to doing the same. We will actively pursue racial and economic justice in our efforts.
The University-Community Vision 2030 is the result of collaborative work involving community leaders, the City of College Park, student leaders, faculty and staff from the University of Maryland, and officials from Prince George’s County and the State of Maryland. This vision reflects the strong partnerships that have developed between the City and the University over the past decade, as we have worked together to establish College Park as a top 20 sustainable college town.
Vision 2030 aims to uplift our community by creating an equitable, sustainable, and vibrant college town. Our mission is to foster a safe and healthy environment with diverse neighborhoods and lively commercial areas while enhancing employment opportunities. The foundation of this vision is built on two key objectives—sustainability and equity—guiding us toward a brighter future for everyone!
University-Community Vision 2030
In 2030, College Park is a thriving, equitable, and sustainable community, strengthened by a robust alliance among the City, the University, and the community itself. The local economy is strong, anchored in university research, start-ups, and creative entrepreneurship. Neighborhoods and commercial areas are safe, healthy, and walkable, with excellent transit options. College Park attracts both current and new residents thanks to its abundant housing, employment opportunities, and high-quality Pre-K to 12 school options. It has become a destination for dining, shopping, parks, natural areas, and entertainment.
Read the full University-Community Vision 2030 Report here:
Vision 2030 Strategy Areas
The University-Community Vision 2030 Report outlines priorities across four Strategic Areas: Housing and Development, Transportation and Mobility, Public Health and Safety, and Education. Each Strategic Area has its own set of Priority Goals and Priority Strategies that will be implemented collaboratively by the City, the University, the College Park City-University Partnership, and other stakeholders. The Partnership’s Board of Directors oversees committees dedicated to each Strategic Area. These committees consist of community leaders and members from both the City and the University, and their work is guided by the Vision 2030 framework.
Housing and Development
The College Park Community is vibrant, growing, and sustainable. It has stable neighborhoods, equitable and diverse businesses, development and housing, strong employment opportunities, and parks and recreation for all.
Priority Goals
- Retain and attract homeowners in single and multi-family dwellings.
- Retain and recruit retail, commercial, and hospitality businesses with local and regional appeal.
- Retain and attract new research and development companies that build upon the success of the University’s Discovery District and research initiatives.
Priority Strategies
- Create a Community Preservation Trust, a nonprofit, community-based organization designed to ensure community stewardship of land. Community Preservation Trusts can be used for many types of development, including commercial and retail, but they are primarily used to ensure long-term, sustainable housing affordability.
- Enhance the close working relationship between the City, the University of Maryland, the College Park City-University Partnership, and the Terrapin Development Company to retain existing and attract new Research and Development companies.
Transportation and Mobility
College Park has a robust system of safe streets, bikeable and walkable trails, optimized parking options, and excellent access to public transit for all.
Priority Goals
- Increase the use of public transit, including Metro Bus and Rail, University Transportation Services, and Prince George’s County’s ‘The Bus’ and ‘Route 1 Ride.’ Increase walkability and bikeability throughout our community.
Priority Strategies
- Complete and increase accessibility to The Purple Line.
- Complete the current phase of rebuilding Baltimore Avenue/Route 1, and make progress toward design & engineering for phases 2 and 3.
- Develop and implement the College Park bike infrastructure plan.
Public Health and Safety
College Park is a healthy and safe community for all residents, employees, students, and visitors.
Priority Goals
- Maintain and improve safety and health, including the Student Code of Conduct, University of Maryland Police and Health Departments, and security cameras on and off campus.
- Maintain and improve cooperation among the City, University, and other agencies to enhance the security and health of our community.
Priority Strategies
- Complete and increase accessibility to The Purple Line.
- Complete the current phase of rebuilding Baltimore Avenue/Route 1, and make progress toward design & engineering for phases 2 and 3.
- Develop and implement the College Park bike infrastructure plan.
Pre-K – 12 Education
College Park is a leader in Pre-K through 12 public, independent, and parochial education by attracting and retaining diverse families and strong educators.
Priority Goals
- Maintain and enhance K-12 educational opportunities, including the expansion of College Park Academy, to attract and retain families with school-aged children.
- Maintain and enhance quality pre-K opportunities for City and University residents and employees.
Priority Strategies
- Expand College Park Academy to include grades Pre-K through 5.