Governor Ehrlich Announces BPW Approval of $118,000 in Program Open Space Funds
for Prince George’s County
Second phase of renovation at Laurel Municipal Pool to be completed

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ANNAPOLIS, MD — Restating his intention to support county recreation projects whenever possible, Governor Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. today announced Board of Public Works approval of $118,000 in Program Open Space funds for Prince George’s County.

“The Laurel Municipal Pool is a center of recreation for many each summer,” said Governor Ehrlich. “Today’s funding allows essential renovation to continue.”

The Board is composed of Governor Ehrlich, Comptroller William Donald Schaefer, and Treasurer Nancy K. Kopp.

The Board approved $118,000 in additional Program Open Space funds to complete the second phase of renovation at Laurel Municipal Pool, located on Ninth and Main Streets in Laurel. Project progress was delayed because of insufficient funding and increased construction costs. This outdoor public pool accommodates about 13,500 users each year.

DNR’s Program Open Space is a nationally recognized program that provides funding for Maryland’s state and local parks and conservation areas. More than 4,600 county and municipal park and conservation projects have been completed through the program, improving the quality of life for millions of Marylanders.

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April 19, 2005

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is the state agency responsible for providing natural and living resource-related services to citizens and visitors. DNR manages more than 446,000 acres of public lands and 18,000 miles of waterways, along with Maryland's forests, fisheries and wildlife for maximum environmental, economic and quality of life benefits. A national leader in land conservation, DNR-managed parks and natural, historic and cultural resources attract 11 million visitors annually. DNR is the lead agency in Maryland's effort to restore the Chesapeake Bay, the state's number one environmental priority. Learn more at www.dnr.maryland.gov