The City of Takoma Park is a municipality of approximately 17,000 residents in Montgomery County, Maryland. Takoma Park is bordered by Washington, D.C. on the south, the unincorporated communities of Silver Spring and Long Branch in Montgomery County on the west and north, and the unincorporated communities of Langley Park and Chillum in Prince George’s County on the north and east. Takoma Park is densely populated but feels comfortable due to its hills and large trees. Takoma Park is known as “Azalea City” because of the many flowering azalea bushes that brighten the area in the spring. Stream valley parks along Sligo Creek and Long Branch Creek cross the city and, along with other city parks, provide bike trails and play areas for the community.
Government

Takoma Park operates under a Council-Manager form of government. An at-large Mayor and six Councilmembers representing wards comprise the Council. Councilmembers are elected for two-year terms in November of odd-numbered years. The Council sets policy, adopts the annual budget, appoints the City Manager and City Attorney, and appoints members to various boards and commissions. The City Manager directs the day-to-day operations of the city government, hires and manages staff, and proposes an annual budget for consideration by the Council.

The City of Takoma Park provides services through the following departments: Administration, Housing and Community Development, Library, Police, Public Works and Recreation. Social services, schools, courts, and most building inspections and planning and zoning services are provided by Montgomery County.

Takoma Park lies within Montgomery County Council District 5, Maryland General Assembly District 20 and U.S. House of Representatives District 8.
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City of Takoma Park

Robert DiSpirito

Tyler Brown

Bekele Tolla

Talisha Searcy

David Eubanks

Donna Wright

Sara Anne Daines

Alexis Blackwell

Garcia De Reyes

The Administrative Support team at the City of Takoma Park provides essential operational and financial assistance to various city departments. This team, comprising a Staff Accountant, Office Manager of the Recreation Department, and Accounting Assistant, is responsible for managing budgets, processing invoices, and ensuring efficient office administration. They play a vital role in facilitating smooth communication and coordination within the city government, supporting public services, and enhancing community engagement through recreational programs.

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