The passing of Milt Peterson is truly a sad day for Prince George's County. It is hard to think of anyone who has been more responsible for transforming and uplifting the image and the reputation of Prince George's County than Milt Peterson. He looked at a worn out sand and gravel pit on the Potomac River, and transformed it into an internationally recognized destination. The Gaylord Hotel, Tanger Outlets, and the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino are all part of his successful vision for National Harbor.
Milt must be recognized for the giant that he was; for it was his vision, his courage, and his drive that made National Harbor the amazing success that it has become. He stepped in where many others before him had failed, and made National Harbor a reality, a testament to his skill and determination in understanding development potential. Prince George's County is a better place because of Milt Peterson.
The Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation extends its deepest sympathies to the family of Milt Peterson, especially to Jon Peterson, a former member of the EDC Board of Directors.