NOVEMBER 3, 2009

Andrew Fellows represented the 3^rd District on the College Park City Council from 2001-2007, and served on the Metropolitan Washington Council of Government’s Transportation Planning Board and Chesapeake Bay and Water Resources Policy Committee.

After moving to College Park to attend the University of Maryland as a graduate student, Andy joined and eventually chaired the Veterans Memorial Improvement Committee and the Committee for a Better Environment. Andy was a two-term president of the Graduate Student Government, and served four years as president of the Calvert Hills Citizens Association before being elected to the Council. He is also a longtime member of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Planning Committee.

Andy has worked for Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund’s since 1999, and was named as Chesapeake Regional Director in 2008. He has over 25 years of grassroots organizing, lobbying, electoral, media, development, and management experience. Andy also currently serves by appointment of the Governor on the Maryland Commission on Environmental Justice and Sustainable Communities.

He and his wife Elizabeth live in the College Park Estates neighborhood with their cat “Lukie” and dog “Clara”, and enjoy movies, reading, Lake Artemesia and rooting for the Orioles to finally start winning again.

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Larry has lived in College Park for over 30 years and considers it home. He earned a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Maryland University College, and worked as an IT professional for the University of Maryland. His interests are bicycling – he bicycles to Council meetings – music, reading, computers, and urban planning.

He believes that one should give back to and support the community in which one lives. Ever since he bought a home in College Park, he has sought ways to involve himself in the community. He contributed to the College Park Comprehensive Plan and the Central US 1 Corridor Sector Plan, is the current North College Park Citizens Association president, serves on the Advisory Planning Commission, and served on other City commissions. He was elected to leadership positions, including president, in several other organizations, where he learned to craft win-win solutions.

Over the years he attended and spoke at many City Council meetings, learned much about the city’s operations, and realized he would enjoy this work. Some free time and his neighbors’ support helped him decide to run in this election. He looks forward to helping all City residents, and those of District 1 in particular.

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I have been a resident of College Park for 6 years. I have a Bachelor Degree of Fine Arts from Salisbury State University and a Masters Degree in Fine Arts from Towson University. I am currently working in Washington D.C. for one of the largest nonprofits in the world as a Web/Graphic Designer.

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Fazlul Kabir lives with his wife and two sons in the east Hollywood area of College Park, Maryland. Fazlul holds a Doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering. He currently works as the Development Lead in a federal project.

Fazlul, a tenured member and a two-term Secretary at North College Park Citizens Association (NCPCA), helped build Association’s memberships and the first website: http://myncpca.org. He’s also members of the Sierra Club and the American Civil Liberties Union. Fazlul clearly demonstrates community and environmental activism through various community projects like neighborhood cleanup effort, clothing drive, tree planting event etc.

Fazlul aims to strengthen both the police presence and the Neighborhood Watch program for a safer neighborhood without a tax hike. Fazlul also wants to alleviate vacancies and foreclosures by helping attract new businesses and young professionals to the area with creative incentives and low-cost housing. He’ll aggressively pursue the issue of overcrowded local schools. For heightened civic activities Fazlul wishes to create a drive among the diverse groups in our community.

Fazlul wants to meet the demand of 4 corners area, city’s ailing streets and strongly believes neighborhood’s transportation need and its residential make-up can be correctly prioritized while promoting other vital developments like Route 1 sector plan. Website: http://KabirCares.org

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Christine Nagle returned to College Park in 2007 after a brief relocation to California. She has been active in the North College Park Civic Association, and served as a Board Member from 2008 to 2009. She is also a Board Member of College Park Meals on Wheels.

This past year, Ms. Nagle called upon 20+ years experience in law and environmental regulation to focus attention on community concerns about the proposed US 1 Corridor Sector Plan.

During her service in the 175th Wing of the Maryland Air National Guard, Ms. Nagle earned an A.A.S. degree in Public Administration from the Community College of the Air Force, before gaining a B.S. degree in Liberal Arts from Towson University.

Ms. Nagle holds a J.D. degree from the University of Baltimore, and is licensed to practice law in both Maryland and Washington, D.C.

As an experienced mediator, Ms. Nagle has worked with employment and civil rights issues, community groups, and contract law. She is currently employed as a Natural Resources Manager with the Maryland Department of the Environment.

Ms. Nagle believes City Council should seek more input from residents and that the collective wisdom of the community should guide future development.

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Patrick Wojahn, 34, is a lawyer and advocate for civil rights. Patrick won election to the City Council in 2007 and has represented District One for the past two years, leading City initiatives to protect our environment, make our City safer and cleaner, and sensibly redevelop northern College Park.  Patrick has years of experience in management and leadership, and has served on the Boards of Directors and as staff of various civil rights organizations.

Born and raised in Wisconsin, Patrick has lived in College Park for over six years with his partner, Dave Kolesar. Patrick got his start doing community organizing as a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he served on the student government and advocated for increased student aid. After graduating, Patrick took a year off of school to fight for cleaner air and preservation of our natural resources as an organizer with the Wisconsin Student Public Interest Research Group. Patrick turned down law firm offers to do civil rights work for underprivileged people, first working with the Whitman-Walker Clinic on behalf of people living with HIV/AIDS, and then advocating for people with mental illness with University Legal Services.

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Robert Catlin, age 55, moved to the area in 1979. In the mid 1980s he came to recognize the good things College Park had to offer and its potential to be a better place. In 1989, Robert bought a home in the City. After serving as president of the Berwyn District Civic Association in 1996-97, Robert was elected in the City Council in November 1997. In December 2003, he was appointed by Mayor Brayman to be Mayor Pro Tem, a position he continues to hold.

Robert has a Bachelor of Science degree in Labor Economics and a Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Akron. Robert worked as an economist with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for 25 years, until his retirement in 2004.

Robert is dedicated to the rebuilding of Route 1, the economic revitalization of the Route 1 corridor, and working to improve the quality of life in the City. More vibrant walkable neighborhoods will do much to make College Park a more attractive place for people to live. Robert looks forward to two more years to tackle the City’s issues in ways that are both pragmatic and creative and so I ask for your vote.

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Jack is seeking your vote in the City elections. Why? He is sure that he can do the job. A resident of College Park for 40 years, he knows the City. He has been president of the Berwyn District Civic Association. He has been president of the College Park Boys & Girls Club. He and his wife, Kathy, have raised their six children here. All of the children are graduates of Parkdale High School. He and his wife are also active members of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Jack loves College Park. He has served on the City Council for over 22 years. Jack admits that he doesn’t have all the answers. However, he will ask the questions about an item, issue or proposal that have to be asked in order to obtain a full hearing.

If you believe that the City government is doing a good job with your tax dollars, vote for Jack. When you elect Jack again, you can be sure that he will stay on top of the issues and that City tax dollars will be spent wisely and efficiently. Vote for Jack Perry. Thank you!

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I grew up nearby and have lived in either Hyattsville, Adelphi or College Park for the majority of my life. I graduated from Northwestern High School in 1969 and Graduated from the University of Maryland with a BS degree in Resource Economics in 1974. My somewhat unusual curriculum included service in the US Army. I enlisted in 1970 and served as a helicopter pilot for a tour in Vietnam before returning to College Park to finish my studies. While attending classes, I started two small businesses that became successful. I attended Salisbury State to seek an MBA. For several years, I was a licensed real estate agent and am a Graduate of the Realtors Institute.

Over the years, I have been fortunate to have many different jobs. I have been in manufacturing, contracting, building, remodeling, producing and consulting. I worked six years for the FAA as an air traffic controller, five years as a commercial pilot and recently retired from the US Army after serving a total of 35 years mostly in the Reserves and National Guard. My current position is involved with investment management. I also serve as Secretary/Treasurer of a Condominium Association in College Park.

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Mark Cook was elected to the College Park City Council on November 6, 2007. Prior to serving on the city council, he served as the Chair of the College Park Advisory Planning Commission (APC) and was an active member of College Park's Committee for a Better Environment (CBE). Mark is also President of the Yarrow Citizens' Association.

Councilman Cook was an early supporter of President Barack Obama.  He served as an elected delegate at the Democratic National Convention and was a member of the Maryland State Steering Committee for Obama for America.  Mark Cook also served as the Field Coordinator for Northern Prince George’s County in the primary and general elections for Obama for America.

A technology and performance management adviser with over twenty years professional experience, Mark Cook also served as the Co-Chair of the Public Affairs Group of the Baltimore Washington Corridor Chamber of Commerce which works to educate elected officials on issues of economic development.

Councilman Cook is committed to improving our communities through increasing civic involvement and economic development. He resides in College Park with his wife Sylvia and their son Wyatt.

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Bob is an elementary school teacher, and volunteers for the American Red Cross in Prince George’s County as a First Aid, CPR, Babysitting, and Life Guard Instructor. He is a life-long resident and graduated with his Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Maryland in College Park. Bob graduated with honors from Bowie State University with a Master of Education degree and is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Education Policy, Planning, and Administration from The George Washington University. He has served as the First Aid Chairman for the Prince George’s County Red Cross overseeing the volunteers, serving on the Safety Services Committee, and presenting service awards at schools and events.

While working in an elementary school, Bob wrote a proposal to secure a $2,500 grant from the Four Winds Weather Network. He also secured matching funds from the Parent-Teacher Association to have a weather station installed at his school, which enabled the students to advance their study of meteorology.

Bob believes in donating to the University of Maryland, and has continually done this over the years. He has been a member of the University of Maryland Alumni Association, National Education Association, and Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.
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A member of the City Council since January 2007, Stephanie has lived in College Park with her husband Bob Schnabel for 15 years. She previously served as president of the Old Town Civic Association and on the Committee for a Better Environment, and co-authored a book on the history of College Park. Stephanie works at the U.S. Department of Education as a program analyst.

Stephanie recognizes that College Park faces many challenges, but believes we have many opportunities to make our city a more vibrant, safe, and attractive community. She has been a vocal advocate for sufficient and effective police services, and for building more student housing on and near the campus. Redevelopment proposals will continue to change College Park; we must work hard to reduce traffic, attract high-quality locally-owned retail and restaurants, ensure new developments are moderate density and environmentally sensitive, and create a walkable and vibrant downtown. Stephanie will continue to vigorously support the Purple Line and oppose efforts to redirect Route 1 traffic through established neighborhoods.

Stephanie believes constituent service and keeping the community informed is one of a councilmember’s most important roles and invites residents to share their concerns and ideas so that we can work together to make College Park a better place.

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My family first moved to College Park in the 1980s after immigrating to the United States from England. College Park is my childhood home and was a wonderful place to grow up. I have been active and engaged in government and politics for years and graduated from college with a degree in political science.

I moved back to College Park in 2007 while working for the Maryland Department of Labor and eventually the Maryland Democratic Party. I currently live in the Crystal Springs neighborhood and am a doctoral candidate in Government and Politics. I am running for city council because I believe I can make a difference in my hometown.

While there are citywide issues that must be dealt with, each neighborhood has unique concerns that deserve our attention. In the Woods, we need to work closer with law enforcement to address serious public safety concerns. In Cherry Hill and Autoville, we need to ensure county leaders respect local concerns on the Route One Sector Plan. In Crystal Springs, we need to actively work on making our neighborhood cleaner and more livable for everyone.

I’m asking for your vote this November so I can help address these concerns.

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Mary C. Cook was born in Jamestown, North Dakota into a career military family. She grew up in Kansas, learning solid Midwest values and work ethics. She earned a B.S. in Arabic from Georgetown University.  She later attained an M.S. in Student Personnel and Counseling from Kansas State University.  Mary lived in the Middle East for six years, working as teacher, writer and editor. She has spent 16 years as an educational administrator, instructor and academic advisor.  Currently, she is an Academic Advisor at Prince George’s Community College.

Mary has been a community and activist for more than two decades. She chaired the Committee for a Better Environment during her five years on the committee and introduced new initiatives like the distribution of energy efficient lightbulbs and “Go Carless Day”. She served as a member of the Committee for Transit Alternatives. She has also been an active member of the North College Park Civic Association for 8 years. A City Councilmember for 3 years, she has worked closely with District 4 residents on development, noise and traffic issues to improve their quality of life. She lives in the Cherry Hill neighborhood with her husband, Edward Calis.
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Karen was elected to the City Council in 2001.  She earned a B.S. in Business Management from the University of Maryland College Park and a Masters in Public Administration from The George Washington University.  Karen is a graduate fellow of the Academy for Excellence in Local Government, holds a Certificate of Leadership from Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government, and holds a Certified Public Manager designation from the MWCOG Regional Executive Development Program and holds a Bronze Certificate for the National League of Cities Achievement in Leadership.

She is former secretary of the West College Park Citizens Association, past co-chair of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day planning committee, former chair of the Education Advisory Committee and former member of the Recreation Board, Board of Housing Hygiene and Noise Control Board.  She is president of Prince George’s Elected Municipal Women and former president of Prince George’s County Municipal Association (PGCMA) and a member of National Leagues of Cities, Public Safety and Crime Prevention Steering Committee.

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I humbly seek to serve as your next City Councilmember for the City of College Park. I am committed to working diligently to Educate, Motivate, Communicate and Collaborate with all of our citizens of District 4.

I have been a resident of College Park Woods for approximately 35 years. This life experience has been paired with an active interest in our city as the Chair of the Education Advisory Committee and my service as a member of the Board of Directors for the West College Park Civic Association.

I will remain committed to the ideals of the city while also working to keep the District a residence where individuals want to raise their families and grow old in. Currently, some issues I would like to address: To reinforce public safety through continued collaboration with our Neighborhood Watch Groups , continue to collaborate and have “open” dialogue with the University of Maryland, a eco-friendly community, and education to name a few.

Given the opportunity to serve as a member of the College Park City Council, I will bring forward her new ideas, an eagerness to work hard as a “Servant” for the District Four Residents.