Community Meeting for the Suitland Cultural Arts Implementation Strategy
July 17, 2024
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISION
MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
JULY 17, 2024
M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Department to Host Community Meeting
for the Suitland Cultural Arts Implementation Strategy
LARGO, MD – The Prince George’s County Planning Department of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission and General Services Administration will host an in-person meeting for the Suitland Cultural Arts Implementation Strategy on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at the Suitland Community Center. Residents and stakeholders will learn about the upcoming Village Green at the intersection of Suitland and Silver Hill Road and offer their thoughts, as well as public art enhancements throughout the corridor. The kickoff meeting is the first step in developing the Suitland Creative Arts Implementation Strategy.
The Suitland Cultural Arts Implementation Strategy builds upon the Prince George’s County Cultural Arts Study and seeks to harness the power of arts and culture for the benefit of all residents and visitors in Prince George’s County. This strategy aims to identify ideal locations for creative placemaking and will also craft conceptual designs tailored to each location’s unique characteristics and community needs.
For more details on the strategy visit: https://www.pgplanning.org/community-planning/community-planning-special-projects/suitland-cultural-arts-implementation-strategy.
WHO:
Prince George’s County Planning Department
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission
WHAT:
Suitland Cultural Arts Implementation Strategy Community Meeting
WHEN:
Thursday, July 25, 2024
6–6:30 p.m. – Open Conversation
6:30–8:30 p.m. – Community Meeting
Register in advance: pgplan.org/suitlandartsjuly25
WHERE:
Suitland Community Center, 5600 Regency Lane, District Heights, MD 20747
About the Prince George’s County Planning Department
The Prince George’s County Planning Department of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is responsible for preserving, protecting, and managing the county’s resources through high-quality planning services and growth management guidance. Our mission is to promote economic vitality, environmental sustainability, design excellence, and quality development that promote healthy lifestyles in Prince George’s County. Visit our website, www.pgplanning.org, to learn how you can become engaged in shaping the future of your community.
Assistance
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission encourages the participation of persons with disabilities in all its programs and services. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive disability accommodation. Call the Public Affairs Office at 301-952-3038, email PublicAffairs@ppd.mncppc.org, or complete the online form.
Contact:
Amanda Jeffries
Principal Public Affairs & Marketing Specialist
amanda.jeffries@mncppc.org | 301-952-4584
Calista Black
Chief Communications Officer
calista.black@mncppc.org | 301-952-3038
