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Posted on: September 19, 2024

[ARCHIVED] City Hall in the Park Canceled

The final City Hall in the Park, scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, has been canceled. Thank you to everyone who attended previous meetings. Please stay tuned for updates on the 2025 schedule. If you have questions for the Mayor or City officials, please email laurelmayor@laurel.md.us.

 

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