The National Park Service (NPS) has opened up a public comment period for an amendment to the management plan and environmental assessment of Glen Echo Park, located in Montgomery County, Maryland. The George Washington Memorial Parkway, under which the park operates, is seeking public input on the proposed changes. The NPS is encouraging community members and stakeholders to participate in the decision-making process.
The amendment to the management plan involves potential changes to the park’s operations, maintenance, and visitor services. The environmental assessment, meanwhile, will evaluate the potential impacts of the proposed changes on the park’s natural and cultural resources. The NPS is particularly interested in hearing from those who use the park regularly and have a vested interest in its future.
Public comments on the Glen Echo Park management plan amendment and environmental assessment can be submitted through the NPS website. The NPS emphasizes the importance of public involvement in its planning processes, and the comments received will play a crucial role in shaping the final decisions about the park’s management. The public comment period is an opportunity for community members to voice their opinions and help shape the future of Glen Echo Park.