Leonardtown’s best kept secret is that we are a
waterfront town. The Council and I are hoping to change
this little known fact by working to revitalize the
waterfront and to build on that important piece of our
history. The Leonardtown Wharf public park is currently
under construction, and everyday I hear from residents
who say the wharf has never looked more beautiful! Just
wait until the park is complete! This project will be a
huge asset to the entire County tourism industry as well
as a wonderful place for Leonardtown residents to visit
with their families. If you haven’t seen the progress
recently, drive by and take a look.
Another exciting project that is moving forward is the
Port of Leonardtown. This is a joint venture of the Town
and the St. Mary’s County Commissioners to open a winery
co-op and a public park on McIntosh Run. Many people
drive by the old State Highway property on Rt. 5 and
have never noticed the potential of the park tucked by
the stream. For the last several years the Town has
worked on cleaning up the property and securing the
existing buildings. In 2001 a canoe/kayak launch was
built with a grant from the Dept. of Natural Resources.
This is the beginning of a beautiful, serene paddle to
the Leonardtown Wharf. The completion of the Wharf
public park and the Port of Leonardtown will connect a
3-mile stretch of waterfront with a park at each end,
and the potential for additional small parks along the
way.
The Town Council and I are thrilled with the many
wonderful things that are happening in Leonardtown! I
would like to give a heartfelt thank you to the current
Board of County Commissioners whose partnership with the
Town in these important projects has been invaluable. We
look forward to continuing this partnership.
J. Harry Norris, III, Mayor |