County Executive Ike Leggett joins Washington, D.C. Mayor Bowser and Prince George’s County Executive Baker to sign the Anacostia River Accord

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, October 11, 2016

Thursday, October 13, 2016; 10 a.m.

Aquatic Resources Education Center, located in Anacostia Park

1900 Anacostia Drive SE, Washington, DC

Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett will join Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser and Prince George’s County Executive Rushern L. Baker, III for the signing of the Anacostia River Accord. The signing of the Accord signifies a renewed multi-jurisdictional commitment to work collaboratively toward removing trash and preserving the Anacostia River, its tributaries and watershed.

NOTE TO MEDIA: Following the official signing, press and attendees will be invited to join a boat tour of the Anacostia River, provided by the Anacostia Riverkeeper and Anacostia Watershed Society.

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Media Contact: Judy Stiles 240-777-6507