M-NCPPC, Department of Parks & Recreation

Founded in 1927, The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is a bi-county agency serving Prince Georges and Montgomery counties in Maryland, located just to the north and east of Washington, DC. The original purpose of the Commission, or M-NCPPC, was to practice long-range planning and park acquisition and development. Since its inception, however, the Commissions responsibilities have expanded to include administration of Prince Georges Countys public recreation program. A well-respected leader in the field, with an unprecedented SIX gold medals for excellence, the Prince Georges County Department of Parks and Recreation provides quality recreation programs, facilities, and services for residents and visitors. The Commission operates and maintains more than 27,000 acres of parkland throughout the county, including land developed to provide parks, picnic areas, athletic fields, historic sites, community centers, and recreation facilities. In an effort to mainta...