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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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Montgomery Planning announces winners of the 2025 Design Excellence Awards

October 19, 2025

Fivesquares Development, Maurice Walters Architects, Inc., and LandDesign win awards honoring the best in architecture, urban design, and housing in Montgomery County. BETHESDA, Md. â€“ The Montgomery County Planning Department, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), announced the winners…

It’s the Witching Hour at Montgomery Parks

October 16, 2025

WHEATON, Md. – Calling all witches (and their familiars)! Montgomery Parks invites you to Witchy Paddle and Acoustics and Ales, on Saturday, October 25, at Black Hill Regional Park, 4 to 7:30 p.m. This Halloween, two beloved fan-favorites are joining for one magical…

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County is open for History, Culture, Nature, and More!

October 06, 2025

RIVERDALE, Md. – In support of the community impacted by the federal government shutdown, The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County announced today that admission fees to all Department museums and…