09/06/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/06/2024 12:39
WASHINGTON-The National Capital Planning Commission (NCPC) approved the Rock Creek Park Golf Course rehabilitation project on Sept. 5, 2024. This marks a major step forward in rehabilitating one of Washington's treasured public golf courses.
"We remain committed to balancing recreation and conservation. People care deeply about Rock Creek Park, and public input has been crucial in shaping a plan that respects the park's history and nature while enhancing recreational opportunities for everyone," acting superintendent of Rock Creek Park Brian Joyner said.
Commitments and Plan Enhancements
Public participation played a key role in refining the plan. Based on community feedback, the National Park Service and National Links Trust, which holds a 50-year lease for three historic, public golf courses in Washington, made important adjustments, including:
Project Background
The NPS completed an Environmental Assessment (EA) to assess the potential environmental impacts of rehabilitating the 100-year-old public golf course, culminating in a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) on March 28, 2024.
For More Information
For more details on the Rock Creek Park Golf Course rehabilitation plan, visit the Rock Creek Park Golf Course webpage or review planning documents on the National Park Service's Planning, Environment & Public Comment website.