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Lexington arts park enhancements

St. Mary's County
Detected
Jul 23, 2026
102 days ago
Sector
Parks & Recreation
Est. value
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's planned

St. Mary’s County and the St. Mary’s County Arts Council submitted a FY27 Greenspace Equity Program grant application for arts-focused improvements at Lexington Manor Passive Park and Nicolet Park. The $210,000 development scope includes sensory paths, chess and cornhole game areas, sidewalks and pads, entry/exit archways, cherry trees, and ADA access features, with design already underway and construction targeted for 2026–2027. This points to upcoming needs for design refinement, site work, specialty recreation equipment, art fabrication, installation, and long-term maintenance support.

Background

Project serves overburdened/underserved Lexington Park neighborhoods and is part of the Lexington Manor Park Master Plan and an Arts Park Master Plan. Matching contributions will come as in‑kind services from county staff, Arts Council, schools, and local businesses.

From the meeting

Meeting date
July 23, 2026
Agency
St. Mary's County

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