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County highlights summer camps and MGM Reads distribution during National Parks and Recreation Month
Summary
Montgomery County officials and Parks and Recreation staff celebrated National Parks and Recreation Month and described this summer's programs, saying 15 sites distributed books and served meals to children; staff reported 12,000 books were distributed across five weeks.
Montgomery County Commissioners on the dais heard a presentation from Parks and Recreation Director James Williams about National Parks and Recreation Month and the county’s summer programs, including MGM Reads and multi-site summer camps.
Williams said the county celebrated the July observance to “make the public aware of what we're doing and how to engage in parks and recreation” and introduced summer campers who thanked commissioners for the programs. Child participant Chase Smith told commissioners, “I just wanted to say thank you… I love crafting because I get to make things and share with my friends.”
Kendall, a county staff member, told commissioners the MGM Reads initiative distributed 12,000 books this year across 15 sites over five weeks and that more than 1,200 students received books each week. Staff said books and program resources were also being placed into school and community little libraries and other tutoring groups.
Commissioners, including Vice Chair Moore Ziegler and Commissioner Costanza, praised Parks and Recreation for camp programming, water-safety access and partnerships with the YMCA and county volunteers that provide meals and transportation for children. Williams acknowledged help from volunteers and partners, including the sheriff’s office and local nonprofit and faith-based groups that support programming and facility improvements.
No formal vote or policy change accompanied the presentation; commissioners used the presentation and the children’s remarks to recognize summer programming and to request continued updates about participation and operations.
The county scheduled a photo opportunity with campers and commissioners after the presentation.
