# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 1. Definitions; General Provisions

### Subtitle 6. Public Recreation and Parks

#### Section 1-604

The governing body of a county or municipality may:

(1) establish and maintain a program for the benefit of the residents of the county or municipality; and

(2) create or designate a parks and recreation unit to administer the program.

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Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)