BALTIMORE, MD (Wednesday, November 20, 2024) - The Baltimore Metropolitan Council (BMC), on behalf of the Baltimore Regional Transportation Board (BRTB), is undertaking scenario planning to explore various potential futures and their impacts on the Baltimore region. This initiative aims to evaluate long-term risks and opportunities related to transportation investment and policy decisions, land use, housing, technology, the environment, and other topics. The objective is to identify strategies or policies that perform well across various scenarios, understand necessary adjustments, and assess impacts on equity. The findings will inform the 2027 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), including updates to regional goals and strategies, how potential projects are evaluated, and policies to consider in the future. Additionally, it will highlight scenarios that require further study.

The survey will gather public input to develop possible futures, or scenarios, and different ways of setting goals and measuring progress. Community members are encouraged to share their thoughts via BMC’s Engagement Hub to help shape how we prepare for challenges and seize new opportunities for our transportation system.

BMC invites public participation, and individuals can share their thoughts in the scenario planning survey until Sunday, December 8.

Ways to learn more and comment include:

• Online at publicinput.com/WhatIf
• Email:  WhatIf@publicinput.com
• Call 855-925-2801 x 10890 toll-free and leave a voicemail

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Baltimore Metropolitan Council provides a regional forum for members, state and local partners to identify mutual interests and collaborate on strategies, plans and programs that help improve economic vitality and quality of life for all. 

BMC operates its programs and services without regard to race, color or national origin in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable laws. BMC offers interpretation services, including language translation services and signage for the hearing impaired, at public meetings upon request with seven days advance notice. BMC will not exclude persons based on age, religion, or disability. For assistance, contact the Public Involvement Coordinator, comments@baltometro.org, or call 410-732-0500. Dial 7-1-1 or 800-735-2258 to initiate a TTY call through Maryland Relay. Usarios de Relay MD marquen 7-1-1. Si se necesita información de Título VI en español, llame al 410-732-0500. 

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BALTIMORE, MD (Wednesday, November 20, 2024) – Baltimore Metropolitan Council (BMC) is finalizing plans for a four mile trail segment connecting Elkridge Main Street to the BWI Trail at Stoney Run Road. A public comment period on the plans will close on December 20, 2024, and will include a meeting at the Severn Library in Anne Arundel County on Wednesday, December 11 at 6 p.m.

BMC shared an initial survey on the proposed trail earlier this year, and found that 97 percent of respondents supported the project. Over the summer, the project team gathered feedback on four proposed routes. Based on those responses and technical review, the team developed preliminary plans for the route, referred to as the selected alignment.

BMC is collaborating with Anne Arundel County, Howard County and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources to develop plans for the trail.

The trail will be part of the Patapsco Regional Greenway (PRG), an envisioned 40-mile shared-use trail connecting Baltimore’s Inner Harbor to Sykesville in Carroll County along the Patapsco Valley. The trail will connect with another developing segment of the PRG at Elkridge Main Street, and extend south to connect with the existing BWI Trail, expanding the connections available to bicyclists, pedestrians, equestrian riders and other users.

After reviewing additional feedback and incorporating final changes to the selected alignment, BMC will share the plan with local jurisdictions to determine the next steps toward implementation. 

Learn more about the project and how to comment at publicinput.com/prg.

Anyone wishing to discuss the project in more detail is welcome to join a public meeting at the Severn Library in Anne Arundel County on Wednesday, December 11 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Parking is available on site. The location is also accessible via Anne Arundel County’s Local Bus 202. Individuals unable to attend may view meeting materials via publicinput.com/prg.

Ways to comment include:

• Online at publicinput.com/prg
• Email prgstoneyrun@publicinput.com
• Text keyword ‘PRGStoneyRun’ to 73224
• Call 855-925-2801 x 1247 toll-free and leave a voicemail
• Reach @BaltoMetroCo on social media
• Join our public meeting Wednesday, December 11 from 6 to 7:30 at the Severn Library, Anne Arundel County Public Library, 2624 Annapolis Road, Severn, MD 21144.

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Baltimore Metropolitan Council provides a regional forum for members, state and local partners to identify mutual interests and collaborate on strategies, plans and programs that help improve economic vitality and quality of life for all. 

BMC operates its programs and services without regard to race, color or national origin in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable laws. BMC offers interpretation services, including language translation services and signage for the hearing impaired, at public meetings upon request with seven days advance notice. BMC will not exclude persons based on age, religion, or disability. For assistance, contact the Public Involvement Coordinator, comments@baltometro.org, or call 410-732-0500. Dial 7-1-1 or 800-735-2258 to initiate a TTY call through Maryland Relay. Usarios de Relay MD marquen 7-1-1. Si se necesita información de Título VI en español, llame al 410-732-0500. 

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BALTIMORE, MD (Tuesday, November 12, 2024) – Baltimore Metropolitan Council’s (BMC) Bikeable Baltimore Region (BBR) project is ready to share its Proposed Regional Bike Network, which will connect the region through safe and comfortable bicycle lanes and paths. For the first time, a regionally connected bike network has been identified for the region. A public comment period will be open until January 10, 2025, an in-person public meeting will be held on December 10 with a virtual meeting on December 12.

The Proposed Regional Bike Network aims to create an equitable and connected bike network that is safe and comfortable for everyone, regardless of age or ability. This bike network will benefit everyone by connecting our local communities and provide equitable access to places people need to go, such as public transit, schools, work, and parks.

Although our region has almost 600 miles of bike lanes and paths, many are disconnected, limiting people’s ability to bike to the places they need to go. Identifying a regional bike network made of prioritized bike facilities will ensure that funds are used where they will have the greatest impact and accelerate the creation of a connected network.

Public feedback from the first comment period, known as the “Listening Phase”; ran from May 21 - July 26, 2024, and included ten public meetings, over 135 one-on-one interviews, and an online survey, shaped the Proposed Regional Bike Network.

As part of this second phase, known as the "Presenting Phase," the public is once again invited to share their thoughts on the Proposed Regional Bike Network. The final report and an interactive website will be released in the summer of 2025.

View the Proposed Regional Bike Network and share your thoughts at publicinput.com/BikeBaltoRegion.

The community is encouraged to attend the in-person public meeting at Baltimore Unity Hall (1505 Eutaw Pl, Baltimore, MD) on December 10 at 6:00 p.m. or the virtual meeting on December 12 at 6:00 p.m. to learn more about the project and share their feedback. Visit the project link for more information about parking availability and transit accessibility for the meeting. Anyone who cannot attend may view meeting materials at publicinput.com/BikeBaltoRegion.

Ways to learn more and comment include:

• Survey and Comment Map: Give your feedback through the online survey and comment map on the project StoryMap
• Email BikeBaltoRegion@publicinput.com
• Text keyword ‘BBR2’ or ‘BBRespanol’ to 855-925-2801
• Call 855-925-2801 x 7480 toll-free and leave a voicemail
• Reach @BaltoMetroCo on social media with #BRTBListens
• Join the discussion at the December 10 in-person public meeting or December 12 virtual meeting.

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Baltimore Metropolitan Council (BMC) works collaboratively with the chief elected officials in the region to create initiatives to improve quality of life and economic vitality. As the Baltimore region’s council of governments, BMC hosts the Baltimore Regional Transportation Board (BRTB) and supports local government by coordinating efforts in a range of policy areas including emergency preparedness, housing, cooperative purchasing, environmental planning and workforce development.

BMC operates its programs and services without regard to race, color or national origin in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable laws. BMC offers interpretation services, including language translation services and signage for the hearing impaired, at public meetings upon request with seven days advance notice. BMC will not exclude persons based on age, religion, or disability. For assistance, contact the Public Involvement Coordinator, comments@baltometro.org, or call 410-732-0500. Dial 7-1-1 or 800-735-2258 to initiate a TTY call through Maryland Relay. Usarios de Relay MD marquen 7-1-1. Si se necesita información de Título VI en español, llame al 410-732-0500.