About PGCMA

Purpose

The purpose of PGCMA is to promote through investigation, discussion, and cooperative effort the interest and welfare of the municipalities of Prince George's County and its citizens, to preserve the powers of municipalities, to improve the enforcement of local ordinances, to consider or act upon all matters of common interest to the municipalities in Prince George's County, to take positions on and work for legislation to promote the interests of the municipalities, and to strive for closer relations among citizens and towns, Prince George's County, the State of Maryland and other governmental bodies.

What We Do

PGCMA, through its committee structure and monthly meetings, focuses on working with members to achieve the following goals:

Diversity

PGCMA develops strategies for promoting diversity within PGCMA, among the member municipalities, and within MML.

Membership Development

PGCMA, with cooperation of the Maryland Municipal League (MML), provides training opportunities for newly elected officials.

Public Relations/Promotions

PGCMA develops and implements membership strategies aimed at increasing participation at PGCMA meetings and events and recommends public relations initiatives.

Legislative Action

PGCMA identifies issues of concern to member municipalities and formulates county and/or state legislation to address those issues.   It also promotes legislative goals and coordinates the lobbying efforts to achieve those goals.

Interaction With Legislators

PGCMA interacts with county and state legislators by means of personal contact, an annual legislative dinner, and frequent visits to Annapolis and Upper Marlboro

Education/Scholarships

PGCMA monitors education issues in Prince George's County and awards scholarships to municipal residents.