Baltimore Regional Transportation Board

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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