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Do I need to Register as a Lobbyist?

December 19, 2023

Do I need to register as a lobbyist? Are you paying a third-arty or being paid to influence Commission Action? If no, you do not need to register. If yes, do you qualify for an exemption? If you do qualify as an exemption, you do not need to register If you do not qualify for an exemption, did you pay or receive more than $2,500 for lobbying during a reporting period? If yes, you must register as a lobbyist. If no, did you pay or receive more than $1,000 for Grass Roots Activities. If yes, you need to register as a lobbyist. If no, did you buy gifts worth $100 or pay or incur business expenses or at least $500 to influence Commission Action? If yes, you must register as a lobbyist. If no, you do not need to register as a lobbyist.

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Community mural project to bring neighbors together at Agricultural History Farm Park

September 15, 2025

WHEATON, Md. –  Story Tapestries, in partnership with Montgomery Parks will launch the Community Roots: History and Belonging Mural Project on September 20, 2025. This creative initiative invites community members to come together via a series of community meetings to explore their heritage…

Prost and Welcome: Montgomery Parks presents the Parks Ale Trail

September 10, 2025

WHEATON, Md. – Raise a glass and lace up your hiking boots for Montgomery Parks popular Oktoberfest celebration, Parks Ale Trail on Saturday, September 20, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at Lake Needwood in Rock Creek Regional Park. This free, family-friendly festival blends live music,…

M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Board Announces the Retirements of Vice Chair Dorothy F. Bailey and Commissioner A. Shuanise Washington

September 05, 2025

LARGO, MD – The Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) announced today during its meeting the retirements of Vice Chair Dorothy F. Bailey, effective August 30, 2025, and Commissioner A. Shuanise Washington, effective October 1, 2025.…