CALIFORNIA, Md. – On behalf of the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County, together with the Departments of Public Works & Transportation and Economic Development, you are cordially invited to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the runway expansion project and recent upgrades at the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport.
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 2 p.m.
Captain Walter Francis Duke Terminal
St. Mary’s County Regional Airport
44200 Airport Road, California, MD
This special event will mark several important achievements, including the expanded runway, beautifully updated terminal interior and new outdoor enhancements. Guests are invited to:
• Celebrate the hard work of our Departments and project partners
• Take part in a ceremonial ribbon cutting
• Enjoy refreshments from Bird Dog Bistro, located inside the terminal
• Explore the terminal building and view the surrounding AeroPark Innovation District
• Take in unique views from the heart of the airport
Kindly RSVP by March 13, 2026, to the Public Information Office at PIO@stmaryscountymd.gov or (301) 475-4200 ext. 1340.
We look forward to celebrating these exciting milestones for St. Mary’s County — where life truly takes flight.
Sincerely,
Jenna Guzman, Communications Director
St. Mary’s County Government, Public Information Office
On behalf of the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County
St. Mary’s County Department of Public Works & Transportation
St. Mary’s County Department of Economic Development
And to think it only took 10 years!! Amazing how quickly this county works to get something done. (sarc)