AA Co. Dept. Of Rec And Parks Launches Public Survey For The 2027 Land Preservation, Parks, And Recreation Plan

Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks has launched a public engagement survey for the 2027 Land Preservation, Parks, and Recreation Plan (LPPRP). Through public input and feedback, this initiative serves as a five-year roadmap for developing local parks, improving recreational facilities, and advancing ongoing land preservation efforts.

The LPPRP is a state-mandated requirement updated every five years to guide future recreation and parks investments, reflect the evolving needs of residents, and identify new priorities for the coming years.

“Our parks, recreation programs, and open spaces are the heart of our communities, and they should reflect the needs of the people who use them,” said County Executive Steuart Pittman. “Public input is the cornerstone of our planning process. By participating in this survey, residents are directly influencing how we invest in our future to make Anne Arundel County ‘The Best Place For All.’”

The survey takes approximately three to five minutes to complete and is available at www.aarecparks.org/lpprpsurvey. To ensure broad community participation, a Spanish version is available by selecting the language option within the survey. Participants who complete the survey will have an opportunity to win exclusive Recreation and Parks giveaways. The survey will remain open through early May. For more information on the 2027 LPPRP, visit www.aarecparks.org/lpprp2027.

“We want to hear from every resident in the county,” said Jessica Leys, director of Recreation and Parks. “Whether you are visiting our athletic complexes, enjoying the beach, participating in recreation programs, or hiking our trails, your feedback shows us exactly where we need to grow. This is your chance to help shape the future of our parks and recreational amenities for generations to come.”

Why The Public’s Voice Matters

Input from the LPPRP process leads to tangible results. Projects completed or identified based on the previous 2022 plan include:

• Brooklyn Park Athletic Complex and Brooklyn Park Community Center
• Edgewater Community Center
• Deep Run Recreation Center
• Crownsville Hospital Memorial Park
• Lake Waterford Park tennis bubble

2026-2027 Key Dates

• March – early May 2026: Public engagement through the LPPRP survey
• June – July 2026: County-wide virtual and in-person public meetings on survey results
• Summer/Fall 2026: Drafting of the 2027 LPPRP report begins
• Early 2027: The 2027 LPPRP report draft is shared for public comment