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Baltimore County work group issues recommendations for reducing residential truck traffic

Posted on September 1, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Residential Truck Traffic Work Group on Wednesday released its final report detailing recommendations for reducing truck traffic in residential areas through the implementation of a vehicle height monitoring camera program. “My administration is committed to providing a more responsive government and I’m proud that we are taking steps to address longstanding community concerns regarding heavy truck […]

Olszewski announces Towson Loop service to begin in October

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE: The Towson Loop has officially launched. Original story below… —— TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Tuesday announced that the Towson Loop is scheduled to begin service on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. Olszewski jump-started plans to bring a free circulator service to Towson’s core destinations and main attractions, fulfilling a campaign pledge. “Expanding access to easy, efficient, reliable […]

Water main break reported in White Marsh

Posted on August 27, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

WHITE MARSH, MD—A water main break in the White Marsh area has left several residents without water. The Department of Public Works reports that a 12-inch diameter main has ruptured in the 10800-block of Philadelphia Road. Route 7 is currently shut down between Ebenezer Road and Joppa Road. Forty customers and five hydrants are currently without service, according to Councilwoman […]

Councilman Marks provides update on Seven Courts community water improvements

Posted on August 23, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Monday announced that preparations are underway for improvements to improve the water system in western Perry Hall, replacing a decaying network that has experienced numerous leaks over the past two years. Baltimore County will begin replacing 4,000 feet of water line along parts of Seven Courts Drive, Pinedale Drive, Proctor Lane, and Gunview […]

Baltimore County City Water Report 20210816

New report released following comprehensive review of Baltimore County, Baltimore City shared water delivery system

Posted on August 16, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County officials on Monday released a new report following a comprehensive review of the business processes that govern the water delivery system that serves both Baltimore County and Baltimore City residents. “This report is a critical and long overdue step towards improving how our jurisdictions can better work in partnership to modernize our shared water system,” Baltimore County […]

Water main break reported in Overlea

Posted on July 31, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

OVERLEA, MD—A water main break in the Overlea area has left some residents without water. The Department of Public Works reports that an eight-inch diameter water main has ruptured in the 7300-block of Beech Avenue (21206). Forty customers and three hydrants are out of service. There has been no ETA on repairs. Motorists should use caution in the area.

Councilman Marks provides update on Joppa Road bridge delays

Posted on July 28, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE: The Joppa Road bridge has reopened. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Wednesday shared the following email from the Deputy Director of the Department of Public Works and Transportation regarding the Joppa Road bridge repair delays: “Councilman Marks, I’ve had a lot of internal conversations with DPWT on the bridge that is currently closed […]

Councilman Marks: DPW to inspect Carney stormwater lines after flooding reported in some neighborhoods [PHOTOS]

Posted on June 22, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

CARNEY, MD—The Nottingham area has been inundated with heavy rains over the past week, to the point where some older neighborhoods have experienced flooding. Carney’s Lakewood Road neighborhood was hit particularly hard, as seen in the photos above and below from Councilman David Marks. Councilman Marks says Baltimore County’s Department of Public Works and Transportation will now be inspecting the […]

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