What is Lobbying?

December 19, 2023

Lobbying means any communication, written or oral, undertaken for compensation that is directed to a Commissioner or Planning Board member, or employee of the Commission for the purpose of directly or indirectly influencing any Commission Action, including any Grassroots Lobbying Activity.

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Montgomery Parks closes select outdoor facilities due to Code Purple air quality conditions

July 17, 2026

Montgomery Parks is closing select outdoor facilities today because of Code Purple air quality conditions affecting the region. Closed facilities include: Read more about Montgomery Parks closes select outdoor facilities due to Code Purple air quality conditions

M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Board Welcomes New Commissioner Gloria Gary Lawlah, M.A.

July 07, 2026

LARGO, MD – The Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) welcomes Gloria Gary Lawlah, M.A. as a member of the five-member Planning Board. Appointed by Prince George’s County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy and confirmed by the Prince…

Unwind Outdoors with Montgomery Parks’ Sunset Yoga

July 06, 2026

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks invites the community to start the week with Sunset Yoga, a free beginner yoga class on the shores of Lake Needwood on Monday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m., starting on July 13. Mondays can be stressful and Sunset…