The Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Maryland Park Service have reactivated 17 members of the Maryland Conservation Corps (MCC), who were demobilized in late April after a sudden termination of grant funds by the federal program supporting it. Following the federal government’s termination of numerous AmeriCorps programs on April 25, late on a Friday night, the Maryland Park Service coordinated efforts to find resources, facilitate strategic planning, and develop next steps to put the program back into place. On May 27 the department reinstated the MCC program with state funding for the remainder of this program year, through the end of August. The department also awaits the impact of a June 5 federal court ruling that reinstates AmeriCorps funding, however the Maryland Park Service program will continue regardless of outcome. “Our Maryland Conservation Corps members serve as both heart and horsepower for our park service,” Maryland Park Service Director Angela Crenshaw said. “The enthusiasm and drive that they bring to their year of service energizes and inspires our visitors, volunteers, and staff alike. We are committed to continuing this outstanding legacy of service and conservation.” The Maryland Conservation Corps has been managed by the Maryland Park Service since 1984 […]
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