Washington County Seeks Public Opinion on Parks and Recreation Future

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Residents urged to shape Washington County's parks & recreation future. Survey closes July 24, 2026.

Washington County, Maryland is actively seeking input from its residents to shape the future of its parks, recreation programs, and preserved lands. As the county undertakes an update to its Land Preservation, Parks and Recreation Plan, a crucial element of this process involves gathering public feedback through a short survey, available until Friday, July 24, 2026. The county emphasizes that this plan will outline a five-year vision for the county’s open spaces, aiming to identify existing strengths and areas ripe for improvement.

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The county government highlights that its network of preserved lands, encompassing parks, trails, waterways, forests, and recreational facilities, significantly enhances the quality of life for both residents and visitors. To ensure this network continues to meet community needs effectively, the updated plan will serve as a roadmap for allocating resources in a timely and cost-efficient manner. Public participation is deemed essential in creating a plan that truly reflects the community’s desires for recreational facilities and services.

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The survey, designed to be brief, consists of two components: a questionnaire and an interactive map. The questionnaire aims to gauge resident priorities and identify potential enhancements for existing parks and recreational facilities. The interactive map provides an additional avenue for respondents to offer feedback on current park locations or propose sites for new facilities and amenities. Both the questionnaire and the interactive map can be accessed via a single link: https://arcg.is/0X9LSv1. For further inquiries or additional information, individuals are encouraged to contact Travis Allen at the Washington County Department of Planning and Zoning by calling 240-313-2432 or emailing tallen@washco-md.net.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from Washington County, Maryland

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