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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Calvert County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Calvert Marine Museum land acquisition
The county bought 215 Lore Road next to the Calvert Marine Museum for $1.09 million — fully paid by state Program Open Space funds — roughly doubling the museum's waterfront and opening more public access to the water.
Cove Point Park Playground Opening
The new playground at Cove Point Park in Lusby officially opened with a ribbon cutting — a win for families in southern Calvert.
Battle Creek Cypress Swamp park improvements
The county is seeking a $250,000 federal matching grant to replace the aging pavilion at Battle Creek Cypress Swamp with an ADA-accessible one and enhance the nature play space.
Hallowing Point Park basketball court renovation
The county applied for state funding to resurface the Hallowing Point Park basketball court, fix non-code-compliant parking, and add ADA access.
Program Open Space acquisition in Solomons
The Board was slated to ratify a state land-preservation application for property at 215 Lore Road, Solomons, tied to the Calvert Marine Museum.
Harriet Elizabeth Brown Community Center and Park
Margaret Dunkle asked commissioners to move up funding for the Harriet Elizabeth Brown Community Center and Park in Prince Frederick — the draft spreads it over 2028–2030, and she wants planning money in 2027.