Town of Preston

08/28/2026

The Town of Preston offers Bulk Trash Drop-Off Days quarterly!

SAVE THE DATE! Our next Bulk Trash Drop-Off Day will be Saturday October 17, 2026, from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.

This is available to Town of Preston residents only (if you receive a water/sewer bill, you are eligible). Residents are allowed up to 2 large items and 5 trash bags. ALLOWED: appliances (no freon), furniture, mattresses, yard waste (bagged & limbs cut no longer than 4 ft in length). NOT ALLOWED: hazardous materials, paints, electronics, construction material, tires, refrigerators and ACs.

The dumpster will be on the Public Works side of the Town building. Public Works will be there to help. Thank you!

08/25/2026

The Town of Preston commissioners meeting originally scheduled for September 7, 2026, has been postponed to September 14, 2026, due to the Labor Day holiday.

Notice of Meeting Change-
Original Date: Monday, September 7, 2026 (Labor Day - Town offices closed)
New Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Preston Town Civic Center (Meeting Room), 105 Backlanding Road, Preston, MD 21655

Please share this notice with neighbors and community members so everyone is aware of the rescheduled date.

08/25/2026

🌲 Spread the Holiday Cheer: Town of Preston Donating 4 Used Snowflake Street Pole Decorations!

The Town of Preston is looking to pass the holiday magic along! We are generously donating our set of used snowflake Christmas street pole decorations to a good home.

These festive, pole-mounted displays have brightened our community for seasons, and they are ready to bring holiday spirit to a new town, neighborhood association, school campus, or non-profit organization.

📋 Display Details
Design: Classic winter snowflake motifs
Mounting: Designed for standard street light poles/ brackets are NOT included
Condition: Used but functional (some wear from outdoor seasonal use)
Cost: Free to an eligible community or organization

🚚 Pickup Requirements
Transportation: Receiving organization must arrange and pay for all loading and transportation.
Location: Items must be picked up directly from the Preston municipal storage facility.
Timeline: Available on a first-come, first-served basis contact Town Hall 410-673-7929

08/24/2026

Join the Town of Preston as we work on becoming Sustainable Maryland Certified!

Green Team training this week: Thursday 8/27 at 1:00 PM!

Interested but can't attend this training? Email us at [email protected].

The Town of Preston is working on becoming Sustainable Maryland Certified. We are looking for volunteers to join our GREEN TEAM!

What is a GREEN TEAM?
A GREEN TEAM is a group consisting of a mix of elected officials, municipal staff, community residents, and local organizations. GREEN TEAMS use the skills, expertise, and life experience of team members to develop policies and plans, implement programs, and assist with educational and volunteer opportunities that support the creation of a sustainable community. The role of the GREEN TEAM is to assist in the coordination and implementation of the sustainability activities in the community. The creation of a GREEN TEAM is an essential step towards Sustainable Maryland Certification because having an entity dedicated to sustainability will increase the municipality’s capacity to implement other Sustainable Maryland Actions.

Call (410-673-7929) or email ([email protected]) with questions or for more information.

We hope to see you at our GREEN TEAM training this August!

08/20/2026

📢 Official Announcement: Concert in the Park Cancellation

Due to the impending weather conditions forecasted for Saturday and to ensure the safety of our community, performers, and staff, the Town of Preston has made the difficult decision to cancel this weekend's Concert in the Park with Distilled Grace.

📅 Event Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
🌧️ Reason: Adverse weather conditions and safety concerns

🔄 Next Steps & Updates
Rescheduling: Town officials are currently working with the performers to secure a rain date.
Notifications: An announcement regarding a new date will be posted as soon as details are finalized.
Stay Informed: Please monitor the official Town of Preston website and social media pages for real-time updates.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe and dry this weekend!

08/14/2026

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

September 14, 2026 7:15PM
PRESTON MEETING ROOM
105 Backlanding Road Preston, MD 21655

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-O-3: DESIGNATING NOBLE AVENUE AS A SCHOOL ZONE AND ESTABLISHING A SPEED LIMIT OF 15 MILES PER HOUR
-AND-
ORDINANCE 2026-O-4: AMENDING THE TOWN CODE CHAPTER 210 ZONING

Notice has been given that: The Town of Preston is designating Noble Avenue as a School Zone and establishing a speed limit of 15 miles per hour -AND- amending the Town Code Chapter 210 Zoning to align it with current laws and zoning practices within the Town. Draft Town Code Chapters 210 is available online at www.prestonmaryland.us and at Preston Town Hall.

The public is encouraged to attend.

Respectfully,
Town of Preston

08/13/2026

Subject: Call for Vendors: Join Preston’s HallowDaze and Concerts in the Park!

The Town of Preston Parks & Recreation department is officially accepting vendor applications for our upcoming community event series at James T. Wright Memorial Park. We are looking for local makers, unique craft artisans, and food truck vendors to share their talents and delicious eats with our community.

Upcoming Vendor Opportunities:

Concerts in the Park Series
Dates: Upcoming dates include August 22nd, September 5th, September 12th, and October 17th
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Event Highlights: Free live music performances, including upcoming shows by Distilled Grace and Hot Dog Gravy, drawing community families with blankets and lawn chairs.

HallowDaze Festival
Date: Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Event Highlights: Our major fall celebration featuring a bustling vendor market, a children's costume contest, safe trick-or-treating, live music by Keith Cayer Jr., arts and crafts, and a bounce house.

Vendor Details
Space Rental: $20.00 per event.
Setup Type: Outdoor 10x10 space (vendors must bring their own canopy, tables, and setup equipment).
Location: James T. Wright Memorial Park, 105 Backlanding Road, Preston, MD 21655.

How to Apply
To lock in your spot and secure your preferred dates, please access the online application form via the official Town of Preston Parks and Recreation Portal.
For direct questions or to request a digital application form, you can reach out directly to the town office:
Phone: 410-673-7929
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Spaces fill up quickly, so we encourage you to submit your applications early to guarantee your placement!

08/13/2026

📢 Public Notice: Peddler & Solicitor Regulations

The Town of Preston enforces strict rules on transient sales to protect residents and maintain local business integrity. Anyone planning to sell goods or services door-to-door must register beforehand.

💰 Fees & Ordinance Breakdown
Annual Fee: $500.00 per year.
Governing Rule: Town Code Chapter 134.
Who Needs One: Peddlers, hawkers, solicitors, canvassers, transient vendors, and traveling salesmen.

📝 How to Apply
Contact Town Hall: Reach out to the Preston Town Hall to obtain the paperwork.
Submit Paperwork: Deliver the completed documents to the Town Clerk via email at [email protected].
Verify State Rules: Check if your trade requires a state-level Hawkers & Peddlers license from the local Clerk of the Circuit Court.

📞 Contact Information
For application inquiries or to report unlicensed soliciting, contact town officials directly: Town Office Phone: 410-673-7929
Town Manager Email: [email protected]
Town Clerk Email:[email protected]

**All door-to-door salesmen and solicitors operating within the corporate limits of the Town of Preston, MD are legally required to obtain a official Peddlers License. Under Chapter 134 of the town code, conducting commercial solicitations without a valid permit is strictly prohibited.**

08/11/2026

🎉 Summerdaze in Preston Was a Success!

Thank you, Preston! We are absolutely thrilled by the incredible turnout at this year’s Summerdaze event.Our community came together to make it an unforgettable day filled with energy, smiles, and fantastic memories. ☀️

❤️ A Heartfelt Thank YouTo everyone who attended: Your amazing energy and community spirit made the entire day special.

To our vendors and performers: Thank you for bringing the best food, crafts, and entertainment to our town.

To our volunteers and staff: This event would not have been possible without your hard work behind the scenes.

We are already looking forward to making next year even bigger and better!

08/11/2026

Preston’s Playground -Under Construction 🚧 👷🔨🛝

We are thrilled to announce that we have received a Community Parks and Playgrounds(CPP) grant to build a brand-main play structure!
To get the new equipment installed safely, construction begins immediately.

🚧 Temporary Closure Details:
Duration: The playground will be completely closed for 2 weeks; weather permitting ☀️
Reason: Heavy machinery and construction crews will be on-site to build the new play structures.
Safety: Please keep children and pets outside of the construction area.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we upgrade our community spaces.

Please follow our page for further updates and ribbon cutting ceremony/grand re-opening 🤗🎉