ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved nearly $4.2 million in grants to fund the development and renovation of recreational facilities across Baltimore City and nine Maryland counties.
The funding, distributed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, supports 17 local projects ranging from new pickleball courts and dog parks to renovated playgrounds and athletic field lighting.
The largest portion of the approval, more than $3.6 million, was provided through the Program Open Space – Local fund for 15 projects. These initiatives are spread across Anne Arundel, Baltimore City, Carroll, Garrett, Howard, Kent, St. Mary’s, and Washington counties.
Key projects receiving this funding include:
- New pathways for Druid Hill Park in Baltimore City.
- Renovation of the Edgewater Recreation Center in Anne Arundel County, which will feature indoor pickleball courts and a playground.
- The addition of large LED lighting on athletic fields at Fifth District Park in St. Mary’s County.
- Construction of a new amphitheater at the Robinson Nature Center in Howard County, alongside new basketball courts and ball fields at the East Columbia Library Park.
- Improvements to Worton Park in Kent County, including restroom and concession stand repairs, a new dog park, and covers for baseball dugouts.
An additional $545,000 was approved through the Community Parks and Playgrounds program for two projects. These funds will replace the playground at Sharp Road Park in Denton, Caroline County, and construct a new pavilion and playground at the Vienna Entrance Park in Vienna, Dorchester County.
The Board of Public Works is composed of Gov. Wes Moore, Treasurer Dereck E. Davis, and Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman. All funded projects are listed in the Board of Public Works October 1, 2025 meeting agenda (PDF).
Program Open Space – Local provides funding for county and municipal governments to plan, acquire, and develop recreational land or facilities. The program, established in 1969, is funded by a state property transfer tax and represents Maryland’s long-term commitment to conserving natural resources and providing outdoor recreation opportunities.
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