Wicomico Co. Executive issues statement clarifying recent developments regarding state park

SALISBURY, Md. – Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano has issued a statement clarifying recent developments surrounding the State of Maryland’s acquisition of land for the future Wetipquin Creek State Park and to address misinformation circulating.

“This project is entirely a State of Maryland initiative,” said County Executive Giordano. “It has no affiliation with Wicomico County Government or with my office.”
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently approved the $3.3 million purchase of approximately 445 acres from Mr. Donald Graham, including the historic Long Hill estate, as part of the state’s ongoing strategic investment in public lands.

Giordano attended the Maryland Board of Public Works meeting virtually and emphasized that this was only a procedural formality, saying, “The deal between the state and Mr. Graham had already been finalized. Wicomico County played no role in the negotiation, approval, or funding of this transaction.”