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PARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDIATA: 28 de enero, 2022

Anuncia La Reapertura de las Instalaciones

Contacto con los Medios: Jennifer Munoz, 301-446-3317

M-NCPPC, Departamento de Parques y Recreación, Condado de Prince George’s Anuncia La Reapertura de las Instalaciones

Riverdale, Md – El Departamento de Parques y Recreación, Condado de Prince George’s que forma parte de La Comisión de Parques y Planificación de Maryland – Área de la Capital Nacional (M-NCPPC por sus siglas in inglés) anunció hoy la reapertura de todas sus instalaciones el lunes 31 de enero. Esto incluye centros comunitarios, de arte, naturaleza, albercas/piscinas bajo techo, y museos.  

“Nuestro estado operativo toma en cuenta los factores del Departamento de Salud del Condado, el estado de la positividad y los índices de casos relacionados con la pandemia dentro el condado, y la salud y disponibilidad de nuestro personal para abrir y operar las instalaciones de manera segura,” dice Bill Tyler, Director de M-NCPPC, Departamento de Parques y Recreación. “Monitoreamos y revisaremos continuamente nuestro nivel y estado de funcionamiento para priorizar la salud y la seguridad de todos nuestros empleados y de la comunidad.” 

El Departamento seguirá concentrándose en las medidas preventivas indicadas por los organismos de salud pública. Se requiere el uso de cubiertas de tela (o tapabocas) para la cara dentro todas las instalaciones. Varias instalaciones servirán como Clínicas de Vacunación contra el COVID, proporcionarán servicios de pruebas y distribuirán kits de prueba de COVID gratuitos.

Para obtener información actualizada y una lista de instalaciones, visite pgparks.com.

Sobre el Departamento

M-NCPPC, Departamento de Parques y Recreación, Condado de Prince George’s, ofrece un sistema de parques galardonado a través de un liderazgo innovador y progresivo y un compromiso con la comunidad y el medio ambiente en el Condado de Prince George’s. Para obtener más información sobre el Departamento de Parques y Recreación, visite www.pgparks.com y manténgase conectado en las redes sociales de Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, YouTube, e Instagram.   El Departamento de Parques y Recreación, Condado de Prince George’s, fomenta y apoya la participación de individuos con discapacidades en sus programas. Para pedir y obtener asistencia especial, inscríbase al menos 2 semanas antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 27, 2022

Media Contact: Jennifer Munoz, 301-446-3317

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces Reopening of all Facilities 

Riverdale, MD – The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County announces the re-opening of all its facilities on Monday, January 31. This includes art, nature, fitness and community centers, indoor swimming pools, and museums.

“Our operating status factors in the County Department of Health, the status of the pandemic-related positivity and case rates within the County, and the health and availability of our staff to open and operate facilities safely,” says Bill Tyler, Director of the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation. “We will continuously monitor and review our operating level and status to prioritize the health and safety of all of our employees and the community.”

The Department will continue to concentrate on preventative measures as indicated by public health agencies. Face coverings are required for all indoor venues.  Several facilities will serve as COVID Vaccine Clinics, provide testing services, and distribute free COVID test kits.

For updated information and a list of facilities, visit pgparks.com.

About the Department
The Department of Parks and Recreation delivers an award-winning park system through progressive, innovative leadership and a commitment to the community and the environment in Prince George’s County. For more on the Department of Parks and Recreation, visit www.pgparks.com and stay connected on Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, YouTube, and Instagram. The M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities in all programs and services.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 13, 2022

Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces 

Limited Reopening of Facilities 

Riverdale, MD – The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County announced today that most facilities, park maintenance operations and public events and programs will remain closed through January 31, 2022. Reopening on January 18 will be pre-registered pre-school, Before Care, After Care, and Therapeutic Recreation Programs. All parks and trails will remain open. Previously scheduled rentals at select venues will be honored. The Department will reassess the status prior to reopening.

Department officials, staff, residents, partners, and vendors were informed of the decision earlier today. As COVID-19 prevalence becomes more significant in the County, the Department is taking these steps in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.

“This proactive effort is our greatest opportunity to increase public health for the residents of Prince George’s County,” confirms Bill Tyler, Director of the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation. “Our facilities, programs, and events provide the means for community social interaction and we are taking these steps out of an abundance of caution.”

For programs and events either cancelled or modified due to the closure, refunds will be applied to the household account. Please contact your local community center for any questions. The Department will continue to concentrate on preventive measures as indicated by public health agencies. Outdoor areas will remain open to the public from sunrise to sunset. For updated information and a list of facilities, visit pgparks.com.

About the Department

The Department of Parks and Recreation delivers an award-winning park system through progressive, innovative leadership and a commitment to the community and the environment in Prince George’s County. For more on the Department of Parks and Recreation, visit www.pgparks.com and stay connected on Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, YouTube, and Instagram. The M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities in all programs and services.

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