ROSEDALE, MD—State Highway Administration crews will upgrade concrete traffic barriers and metal barrier end treatments along US 40 (Pulaski Highway) between the Baltimore City line (near 64th Street) and Chesaco Avenue in Rosedale beginning on Monday, September 23rd. The $1.2 million traffic safety enhancement project should be complete late fall, weather permitting. Beginning at 9 p.m. on Sunday night, contractor […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Highway Administration crews will improve highway safety by treating sections of asphalt pavement on several roads in Baltimore County and Harford County next week. Officials say the work should be complete by the end of the month, weather permitting. Beginning on Sunday night, September 22, crews will travel to selected locations and use slow-moving, specialized heavy equipment […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation’s Consolidated Transportation Bonds received an upgrade from Moody’s to its top triple-A rating, according to a press release issued on Wednesday. The rating upgrade places Maryland DOT’s debt at the same credit rating as the state’s general obligation debt. Moody’s said the change reflects the state’s strong involvement in and oversight of Maryland DOT’s […]
ESSEX, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will host a public informational workshop next month to discuss pedestrian access and safety in northeastern Baltimore County. The workshop will take place 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 and will provide information on proposals to improve pedestrian access and safety along MD 150 (Eastern Boulevard) between MD […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced that $13.3 million in federal highway safety grants will be distributed on October 1, 2024, to 87 agencies, organizations, and programs across Maryland as part of a statewide focus on preventing motor vehicle crashes and eliminating roadway fatalities. The governor’s office says the money can be used for a variety of purposes including seatbelt […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced the release of $16 million in grants to support projects that aim to expand bike and pedestrian infrastructure across Maryland. The grants are funded by a combination of state and federal money and are expected to support 36 projects. The state is hoping that the new investment into the area will help to improve […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Environmental Trust is currently accepting applications for the Keep Maryland Beautiful grant program. The program awards grants to organizations that focus on environmental education and community stewardship. The Keep Maryland Beautiful grant program has a total budget of $327,000 for this year’s grant round and applications are accepted annually. The program is open to nonprofit organizations, land […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced major lane closures for the coming weekend and week in Baltimore County and southern Harford County. Officials say the closures could impact travel for those driving in the area. All work is weather permitting. The planned closures include the following: Baltimore County MD 140 (Reisterstown Rd.) between Pleasant Hill Rd. and Stocksdale […]