Office of Communications

As part of the Department of the Environment (DoE), the Communications Office, within the Office of the Director, serves as a centralized source of information to media outlets, community organizations, HOAs, civic groups, businesses, and nonprofit groups.

Our Mission

The staff of the Communications Section is dedicated to providing accurate information regarding DoE activities, events, and general information on its programs, initiatives, and services within the department and each of its divisions (Animal Services, Community Engagement and Beautification, Climate and Energy, Flood Management and Environmental Resilience, Sustainable Waste Management, Strategic and Administrative Services, and Stormwater Management).

Resource for Media

If you are a member of the media, please contact this office to ensure that your questions are answered by your deadline. The staff can assist with answering questions about DoE’s activities or any questions concerning the environment. The staff can provide an expert on most topics related to the environment and other eco-friendly issues.

About Us

The Communications team consists of the Director of Communications, a Communications Officer, a Public Information Specialist, a Citizens Services Specialist, and a Graphic Designer. The team has more than 30+years of combined experience in journalism and graphic design. The Communications Section routinely distributes information, press releases, public service announcements, a quarterly newsletter, biweekly e-newsletter, social media content on Facebook, Twitter, NextDoor, and YouTube, informational packets, and other correspondence. The team is also responsible for media relations at events. Our team collaborates with various groups to plan ceremonies, special events, public service announcements, and website content.

News Releases

The staff members are responsible for posting news releases concerning DoE activities. The website contains current and archived news releases, media advisories, fact sheets, an events calendar, and a photo gallery.

Events Calendar

This service provides a monthly listing of calendar items, including deadlines, meetings, workshops, presentations, and office closures.

Contact Us For DoE Inquiries

Office hours are from 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. To ensure your story deadline is met, please don't hesitate to contact us at the numbers below or via email at doecomms@co.pg.md.us. 

If you are not a member of the media and have a customer service concern or general inquiry, please contact PGC311 if you are within the County or (301) 883-4748 if you are outside the County.

For non-environmental or general County inquiries, please contact the appropriate Department or the Office of the County Executive. 

Mailing Address

Department of the Environment
Office of Communications 
Suite 500
Attn: Communications Office
1801 McCormick Drive, Suite 500
Largo, MD 20774