M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Board Welcomes New Commissioners Brittany Jenkins and Lori Matthews

March 19, 2026

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release:

March 19, 2026

M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Board Welcomes New Commissioners Brittany Jenkins and Lori Matthews

LARGO, MD – The Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) welcomes Brittany Jenkins and Lori Matthews as members of the five-member Planning Board. Appointed by Prince George’s County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy and confirmed by the Prince George’s County Council following a public hearing, Jenkins was sworn in on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, and Matthews on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Jenkins succeeds former Prince George’s County Planning Board Commissioner, A. Shuanise Washington, whose four-year term will end on June 15, 2028. Matthews succeeds former Prince George’s County Planning Board Commissioner, William M. Doerner, PhD., whose four-year term will end on June 15, 2026. Jenkins and Matthews joined Chairman Darryl Barnes, Vice Chair Manuel Geraldo, and Commissioner Billy Okoye on Thursday, March 19, 2026, for their first Planning Board meeting.

“On behalf of M-NCPPC and the Prince George’s County Planning Board, we welcome Commissioners Jenkins and Matthews to the Commission,” said M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Board Chairman Darryl Barnes. “With Commissioner Jenkins’ strong background in business analytics and strategic planning and Commissioner Matthew’s experience in education and community engagement, they will offer unique perspectives to our mission to plan vibrant communities and deliver top-notch planning, parks, and recreation services to the residents of our bi-county region.”

In addition to serving on the Prince George’s County Planning Board, the Planning Board members work with their colleagues on the Montgomery County Planning Board and meet monthly as the M-NCPPC’s full Commission. Together, the commissioners have oversight of decisions for the Montgomery and Prince George’s region.

About Brittany Jenkins

Brittany Jenkins brings an understanding of data analytics, strategic planning, and performance management across both public and private sector environments. She currently serves as a senior consultant with Deloitte Consulting, LLP where she leads cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven solutions for government organizations and help translate complex information into actionable insights that strengthen planning, budgeting, and operational decision-making. Prior to her current position, Jenkins held analytics and leadership roles at Berkeley Research Group and 2U where she led data initiatives and developed performance frameworks across healthcare and higher education organizations.

Jenkins holds a master’s degree in business analytics from American University Kogod School of Business and a master’s degree in sociology. She earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communications from Minnesota State University, Mankato.

About Lori Matthews

Lori Matthews possesses 30 years of professional experience in education, government, and administration and a strong commitment to public service, community engagement, and responsible leadership. As a former educator in Charles County and Prince George’s County Public Schools, she developed curricula, managed classroom environments, and mentored students. In addition, Matthews has served as Chief Executive Officer of Executive Décor and gained administrative experience through a previous position with the United States Department of Homeland Security. Matthews earned her bachelor’s degree in communications from Bowie State University.

About the Prince George’s County Planning Board

The Prince George’s County Planning Board, together with the Montgomery County Planning Board, make up The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission – a bi-county agency established by State law in 1927 to acquire, develop, maintain, and administer a regional system of parks and administer a general plan for the physical development of both counties. In Prince George’s County, the agency also administers the public recreation program. The Planning Board’s responsibilities include supervising preparation of land use plans and comprehensive zoning maps, advising the County Council on zoning map amendment and special exception applications, and reviewing and approving site plans and subdivisions. The Board also oversees the Commission’s work in the County, as carried out by the Parks and Recreation and Planning Departments. In Prince George’s County, the Planning Board’s full-time Chair and four part-time members are appointed by the Prince George’s County Executive and confirmed by the Prince George’s County Council, serving overlapping four-year terms. Visit www.pgplanningboard.org for more information.

About The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Founded in 1927, The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a nationally recognized leader in land use planning, parks, and recreation achieving countless awards for innovation, stewardship and exemplary vision for enhancing the lives of current and future generations. The agency, which is chartered by the State of Maryland, has geographic authority in the Montgomery County and Prince George’s County region, which are the two Maryland counties surrounding Washington, DC.

The agency improves the well-being of over two-million residents and countless visitors within this region by:

• Planning for the coordinated and harmonious physical growth and development of the region
• Protecting and stewarding natural, cultural, and historical resources
• Providing an award-winning system of parks
• Creating recreational experiences that enhance the quality of life of all individuals
• Planning great communities that are vibrant, livable, accessible and sustainable

The Commission is comprised of seven distinct departments, each led by their respective Department Head. The Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County,  and the Prince George’s County Planning Department carry out services for the Prince George’s County region. Montgomery Parks and Montgomery Planning carry out services for Montgomery County. Bi-county corporate management is carried out by the Department of Human Resources and Management, the Department of Finance, and the Office of the General Counsel. Other Bi-county functions include the Office of Inspector General, the Office of the Chief Information Officer, and Merit System Board.

The Commission’s governing body is comprised of ten Commissioners, five appointed to the Montgomery Planning Board and five appointed to the Prince George’s County Planning Board, which have oversight of decisions for the Montgomery and Prince George’s region. The Commission appoints the bi-county officers of the Executive Director, Secretary-Treasurer, and General Counsel.

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 a disability accommodation. Call the Public Affairs Office at 301-952-3038, email PublicAffairs@ppd.mncppc.org, or complete the online form.

Contact:

Calista Black

Chief Communications Officer

calista.black@mncppc.org | 301-952-3038

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