Prince George's County, Maryland’s Post

We were #PrinceGeorgesProud to appoint several individuals to our Boards and Commissions yesterday morning. We know that each of them will do well in their respective roles. Please join us in congratulating the following individuals: Agricultural Resources Advisory Committee: Steven E. Darcey (not pictured) William “Bill” Ritchie Pharyn E. Smith Daniel A. Donohue The Board of Social Services: Keshia L. Adams Stephanie SJ Cox Dr. Shirley R. Newton-Guest Nathaniel L. Wallace Cannabis Reinvestment and Restoration Board: Dr. Ronald D. Garrett

We are #PrinceGeorgesProud to receive a $25.4M Low or No Emissions Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Transit Administration! This funding will support our Zero Emissions Bus Transition initiative, helping us build a new microgrid and energy management system and will also help us acquire 15 new zero-emission fixed route buses, 5 new electric vans, and new level 4 electric chargers, the fastest type of electrical vehicle charging available. Since FY19, we have received over $62M in state and federal funding for our bus electrification program. These grants are more than transformative investments in the future of our transportation system, but are a testament to the vision we have for the future of this community. We want to thank our Department of Public Works and Transportation, as well as our state and federal partners for all of their efforts.

We are proud to announce that we have officially launched our newest County Government agency, the Office of Procurement (OOP). This office will help foster transparency and efficiency in our procurement process while also providing a high-impact means to promote equity. Through the OOP, we can support small, local, and minority-owned businesses, creating new opportunities for our residents to work in and improve the community where they live. Pamela Ford Dickerson has been appointed as the inaugural Acting Director of the Office of Procurement. With over 20 years of experience in public procurement, contract compliance, and public policy, she is well-prepared to lead the new office. Since July 2023, Pamela served as Deputy Director of the Office of Central Services (OCS) and has a proven track record in managing complex procurement operations. Read more about the new office here: https://lnkd.in/e-WFXC-b

Youth in southern Prince George's County have a new opportunity to develop their leadership skills, gain important workforce experience, and make earn money during the summer! Employ Prince George's is empowering youth with a new opportunity that can prepare them for higher education, entering the workforce, or becoming entrepreneurs. #PGCYouthDev The South County Summer Youth Connections Program is designed to equip high school juniors and seniors with essential skills and career exploration. Some of the perks of participating in this opportunity: – Explore In-demand Career Opportunities 💼 – Develop Leadership Skills 🗣️ – Paid Work Experience - $15 per hour 💵 – Network Opportunities 🤝 – 10,000 Scholarship Opportunity 📚 Do you know a high school junior or senior at Oxon Hill, Friendly, Potomac, or Crossland High Schools looking to build necessary workforce skills and experience? Share this post and tell them to visit pgccareers.com to find out more about this opportunity. Find more employment opportunities like this by subscribing to the monthly "The Workforce Wire" newsletter by EPG: www.employpg.org #PrinceGeorgesProud

We are wishing you a happy and safe Independence Day this 4th of July! 🇺🇸 The Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation invites you to a celebratory event this Friday, July 5, from 6-9 PM at Bladensburg Waterfront Park! 🎆