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State of Maryland Announces $775,000 Proposed for Community Development Projects in Southern Region

NEW CARROLLTON, MD (January 20, 2025) – The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development today announced that Southern Maryland counties are set to receive a combined $775,000 through the state’s State Revitalization Programs for 3 projects and activities that promote community development and economic growth in the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

“These projects are ready to move forward and will play a role in communities achieving their visions, which supports a more resilient, economically competitive and affordable Maryland,” said Gov. Moore. “The Moore-Miller Administration is committed to ensuring that every dollar awarded will help strengthen the places we call home.”

The state’s six State Revitalization Programs support revitalization and redevelopment projects and activities including: business expansion and retention; façade and streetscape improvements; homeownership and home rehabilitation incentives; commercial improvement programs; community facilities; mixed-use development, and demolition activities. 

Projects in Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties were selected through a competitively-scored, multi-agency review process used for the State Revitalization Programs. These projects are:

  • Acquisition and consolidation of lots outside of NSF Indian Head for future development (Indian Head, Charles County);
  • Infrastructure and construction of expanded parking at the Leonardtown Wharf Public Park (Leonardtown, St. Mary’s County);
  • Continuation of minor improvements to properties within the downtown business district of Leonardtown (Leonardtown, St. Mary’s County).

“Each one of these projects advances community-driven priorities tied to revitalization goals, and helps make great places – places that strengthen economic competitiveness and that people want to call home,” said Jake Day, Secretary of the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. “That investment delivers real returns: For every dollar invested through the Department’s revitalization programs, there’s approximately $17.90 in economic impact.”

The Fiscal Year 2027 State Revitalization Program awards include 252 projects, awarded a total $73.7 million. Projects in 23 of Maryland’s jurisdictions received awards through one or more of the programs. For a full list of awards, visit FY27 State Revitalization Program Awards.

For more information about the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development and each of the State Revitalization Programs, visit our website.