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In this issue: 

• How are we doing as the region's Metropolitan Planning Organization? 
• Register today for Bike to Work Week 
• BRTB Seeks New Members for Transportation CORE 
• BRTB Responds to Comments on Transportation Planning Budget; Vote set for April 19
• Join the Red Line Community Advisory Team
• Baltimore City Dot Hosts Meeting On Disability Plan 
• MDOT SHA Hosts Open House On MD 97 In Carroll County
• Celebrate Trails Day on April 27
• Be the Driver Who Saves Lives - Slow Down in Construction Work Zones
• Our Meetings are Open to All - Join online or Watch the Recordings 
• Sign up for text alerts  
   

HOW ARE WE DOING AS THE REGION’S METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION? 
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) want to hear what you think about how well the Baltimore Regional Transportation Board (BRTB) plans for transportation and engages the public. 

Over the past four years we have reached thousands of people to share information and get feedback on dozens of projects, plans and other work to plan the future of transportation in our region. 

Now, we want to hear from you about our planning process and engagement efforts. Check out some background information and then let us know what you think! Comments are welcome at a hybrid public meeting on Wednesday, May 1 at 6:30 p.m. and online through Tuesday, May 7. 

Share a comment at publicinput.com/BRTBCertification
 

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR BIKE TO WORK WEEK
Registration is now open for Bike to Work Week 2024 which runs from Monday, May 13 through Sunday, May 19. Registrants can collect free Bike to Work t-shirts at participating locations (supply limited).

Sign up today at biketoworkmd.com
 

BRTB SEEKS NEW MEMBERS FOR TRANSPORTATION CORE
The Baltimore Regional Transportation Board (BRTB) is on the lookout for new volunteers to be part of something special: the Transportation CORE (Community Outreach and Regional Engagement).

What's the Transportation CORE, you ask? Well, it's a virtual panel where folks from all around the region come together online to share their thoughts on transportation, planning, and public engagement. Key goals include: 

• Giving you a voice in how BRTB tackles project planning, prioritizing initiatives, and getting the public involved.
• Making sure everyone - from rural, suburban, and urban communities - are included and a diversity of perspectives are included.
• Keeping our finger on the pulse of what's happening in different communities and bringing up new ideas and issues.

We are seeking neighborhood residents and business owners, transportation and equity advocates, non-profit leaders, and representatives of the various interested parties and key stakeholders that are essential to include in the planning process.  If this sounds like a good fit, please apply today!  Applications are welcome through April 30, 2024. Applications received after will be considered on a rolling basis.

Apply for the Transportation CORE today
 

BRTB SET TO VOTE ON NEXT YEARS TRANSPORTATION PLANNING BUDGET 
Every year we come up with a list of work tasks we are going to tackle and what our planning priorities are. Think of it as a roadmap for transportation planning. In it you’ll find a list of where we plan to put money and resources for studies, collecting data, reaching out to the public, and other projects related to planning and improving transportation. 

Nearly twenty people shared comments on the proposed budget and responses to comments were posted on the project page. The next step is for the BRTB to vote on a resolution to approve the transportation planning budget. That is scheduled for Friday, April 19 at 9:30 a.m. Once approved, the budget would go into effect on July 1. 

Visit publicinput.com/brtbbudget to learn more
 

JOIN THE RED LINE COMMUNITY ADVISORY TEAM

MDOT Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is looking for area residents and leaders to serve on their Community Advisory Team (CAT) . 

The CAT is a group of individuals who will bring voices and perspectives from the full range of affinity groups and neighborhoods living, working, and investing along the Red Line transit corridor. CAT members will:

• Bring a range of perspectives from diverse communities into the Red Line process to promote the flow of information and ideas.
• Share opportunities for partnerships with local groups/organizations.
• Help identify community assets, characteristics, and needs that could be impacted by the Red Line.
• Advise the Red Line team on approaches and methods for successful local engagement.

Interested in joining? Applications are due by Monday, April 8:

Learn how to apply today

BALTIMORE CITY DOT HOSTS MEETING ON DISABILITY PLAN 
The Baltimore City Department of Transportation will be holding a meeting to discuss the Baltimore City Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan.

Baltimore City DOT is responsible for ensuring that city-owned pedestrian infrastructure (sidewalks, curb ramps, driveway aprons, and pedestrian signals) are accessible to people with disabilities. The plan identifies existing programs, services, facilities, policies, and procedures that require changes, and outlines the steps necessary to become accessible.

Those interested in learning more or sharing feedback can attend a meeting on Wednesday, April 10 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. This meeting will be held in-person at the Zeta Center (4501 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore, MD 21215) and virtually.via webex. 

Learn more
 

MDOT SHA HOSTS OPEN HOUSE ON MD 97 IN CARROLL COUNTY

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is working to make improvements to MD 97 (Littlestown Pike) between MD 140 and MD 496 (Bachmans Valley Road) in Carroll County. 

SHA will hold an Open House about the project on Wednesday, April 17 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Winters Mill High School (560 Gorsuch Road in Westminster). At the meeting, a team will be there to hear what you think and answer any questions you have. They'll use what they learn to figure out what changes they might suggest and what to do next.

Learn More
 

CELEBRATE TRAILS DAY ON APRIL 27

Celebrate Trails Day is an annual spring celebration of America’s trails. Started by Rails to Trails Conservancy in 2013, the celebration encourages people across the country to get outside and enjoy the nation’s exceptional trails and trail systems.

Locally, there are a number of events planned to celebrate Trails Day on Saturday, April 27. Here are a few:

• Masonville Cove Celebrate Trails Day
• Bear Creek Heritage Trail History Walk & Talk
• Bird Walk w/Baltimore Bird Club at Volz Park

Learn more or find a local event 
 

BE THE DRIVER WHO SAVES LIVES - SLOW DOWN IN CONSTRUCTION WORK ZONES

It's Work Zone Awareness Week in April and we want to remind drivers to drive cautiously in work zones and be mindful of workers on or around our roads. 

Warning signs and markers are there for a reason — when approaching a work zone, remain alert and slow down for road workers. 

Learn more at zerodeathsmd.gov

OUR MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO ALL - JOIN ONLINE OR WATCH THE RECORDINGS 

The Baltimore Regional Transportation Board and the Baltimore Regional Transit Commission (BRTC) meet regularly to plan for the future of transportation in our region.  

These meetings are open to the public. Some meetings are held in person at Baltimore Metropolitan Council, 1500 Whetstone Way, Suite 300, Baltimore, MD 21230 and all are live streamed online via Zoom.  

Check out our calendar at baltometro.org

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