College Park, GA — The City of College Park has released an important public update regarding the “Partake” mobile application (also known as “We Partake”) after it was recently promoted to residents in a video featuring Mayor Bianca Motley Broom.
According to the city, Partake is a private, third-party application designed to help neighbors share and borrow everyday household items such as tools, carpet cleaners, and other goods. The app markets itself as “the app for sharing life’s useful things.”
College Park Clarifies Stance on Partake App
In its statement, the City emphasized that while it supports efforts to build stronger community connections, the decision to use any private platform remains a personal choice for residents. The City clarified that it did not authorize the purchase of the app, nor is Partake an official city program or service.
Key points from the City’s update include:
- No formal contract was approved by the Mayor and City Council.
- The City did not conduct a competitive procurement process for the app.
- Any costs associated with downloading or using Partake are the sole responsibility of individual users.
- The City did not endorse the app as an official initiative.
The City expressed regret that the promotion of Partake may have caused confusion among residents and reaffirmed its commitment to using only authorized, official communication channels for public safety alerts, emergency notifications, and city services.
“Residents should be aware that any decision to download or subscribe to the Partake app is a private matter,” the statement reads. “The City remains committed to providing reliable and authorized communication tools… through our website and other established systems.”
This clarification comes as many municipalities explore ways to foster community engagement through technology, but it also highlights the importance of transparency regarding what constitutes an official city program.
AtlantaFi.com has reached out to the City of College Park and Mayor Bianca Motley Broom for additional comment and will provide updates as more information becomes available. Residents with questions are encouraged to contact the City directly through official channels.
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