Project Charges
What are Project Charges?
WHAT ARE PROJECT CHARGES?
The Maryland Code does not provide the Commission with the authority to make grants of money, except for the purpose of historic preservation. However, the Commission is authorized to enter into commercial contract agreements, as permitted by law. Project charges are not grants.
A PROJECT CHARGE IS
- A contractual transaction that is used by the Commission to provide funding to an organization.
- The Prince George’s County Council appropriates funding levels within the Commission’s operating budget for outside entities.
- The project that is funded must fall within the scope of the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks & Recreation’s mission. (See drop-down below)
- The funding for the project is provided as a reimbursement to the organization for the cost of completing the project.
NOTE: It is important that the funded project must also serve the needs and interests of the entire county and cannot be limited to one community or one group.
M-NCPPC, Department of Parks & Recreation, Prince George’s County Mission & Core Services
The mission of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, in partnership with County citizens, is to provide comprehensive park and recreation programs, facilities, and services that respond to the changing needs within our communities. The Department strives to preserve, enhance, and protect open spaces to enrich the quality of life for the present and future generations in a safe and secure environment. This mission includes developing and maintaining a comprehensive park system, providing recreation programs and services and conserving natural resources.
The Project Charges Cycle
Project Charges Frequently Asked Questions
Important Information
If an organization is not in compliance, notifications will be sent to the County Council and no further action will be taken on behalf of M-NCPPC, Department of Parks & Recreation. No transactions dated prior to the fully executed agreement will be reimbursed. Reimbursement requests submitted after July 31st cannot be processed for transactions dated between the fully executed contract date and June 30th, will not be honored.
I received my Project Charges notification; how do I get my funding?
Funding has been approved in the FY24 budget for the Department of Parks and Recreation. Funding is on a reimbursement basis only. It is not a grant.
How do I get started?
Visit “Step 1: REGISTRATION” box in the section above.
When can I start submitting requests for reimbursement?
You may start submitting requests for reimbursement as soon as your contract is fully executed, and you have begun work on your task and have incurred expenditures. Payments cannot be processed without an executed contract.
How long does it take the contract to be executed?
Typically, it takes 30 days to complete the routing of the contract to full execution. Once fully executed, you will receive an electronic version of your contract.
How long does it take to be reimbursed?
Typically, the turnaround time is 30 days if everything is in good order.
What if I exceed the amount of my Project Charges?
Your reimbursement amount cannot exceed your allocated award amount.
How do I close out my Project Charges?
Visit “Step 4: CLOSE OUT” box in the section above.
How do I get a copy of the logo to include in my offerings?
The link can be sent to you upon request.
Who do I contact if I need assistance or have questions?
You may contact the Project Liaison assigned to your project charge or the Budget Office at the Department of Parks and Recreation. Email addresses for the Budget Office contacts are below:
