B’more Involved keeps you informed and engaged in activities around the region. Each month, discover opportunities to shape the Baltimore region's future through surveys, events and public meetings. Don’t just stay informed—get involved and make an impact!

In the January 2026 Issue: We’re highlighting opportunities to shape B'more Involved, attend local transportation meetings, weigh in on traffic safety, learn about new services and grants, and stay connected through the BMC Engagement Hub.

THANK YOU FOR BEING PART OF B’MORE INVOLVED!
SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK FOR 2026 

As we kick off the new year, we want to thank you for subscribing to B’more Involved! In 2025, we shared updates from across the Baltimore region on transportation planning, ways to share your voice, project milestones, safety resources, and stories about how your input shapes the work happening in communities.

As we plan for 2026, we’d love your feedback. 📣 Take our quick survey at yourregionyourvoice.org/BmoreSurvey and help us make B’more Involved even more useful, easy to read, and relevant in 2026 

Take the survey now!

LOCAL TRANSPORTATION BOARDS: WHERE
COMMUNITY VOICES SHAPE LOCAL DECISIONS

Across our region, local groups meet regularly to talk about transportation. They review local plans, consider community concerns about safety and access, and help guide future transportation investments by advising elected officials and transportation decision-makers.  Whether you ride the bus, drive, bike, walk, or use mobility aids, these forums are where everyday experiences help inform local transportation decisions.

Upcoming Local Transportation Meetings You Can Attend
You don’t need to be a transportation expert to participate. These meetings are open to the public and welcome public comments, with some allowing the public to apply to serve as members.

Transportation works best when it reflects the needs of the people who use it every day—and that includes you. 

Below are a sample of upcoming opportunities to listen in, learn more, and take part in transportation decision-making in your community.

Carroll County Transit Advisory Council
Next Meeting: Monday, January 12 at 3 p.m. 
What they do: Advise on local transit services, rider needs, and improvements

Baltimore City Micromobility Committee
Next Meeting: Wednesday, January 14 at 10 a.m.
What they do: Discuss how scooters, e-bikes, accessibility devices, and other micromobility options fit into the Baltimore City transportation system and how to make them safer and more accessible.

MTA CAC for Accessible Transportation (CACAT) ♿ 
Next Meeting: Thursday, January 15 at 1 p.m. 
What they do: Focus on accessibility issues for riders with disabilities across the MTA system

MTA Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC)
Next Meeting: Tuesday, January 20, 1 p.m.
What they do:  Provide rider and community input on MTA services and policies statewide

Anne Arundel County Transportation Commission
Next Meeting: Wednesday, February 11 at 6:30 p.m. 
What they do:  Advise the County Executive and Council on transportation planning and policy 

Want to go more regional?  
Check out these groups which meet to think bigger picture and collaborate across county lines: 

Baltimore Regional Transit Commission
Next Meeting: Friday, January 23 at 10 a.m. 
What they do: Improve coordination between systems, identifying transit needs and gaps, and advancing strategies for better, more equitable regional transit service.

Baltimore Regional Transportation Board
Next Meeting: Tuesday, January 27 at 9 a.m. 
What they do:  The BRTB sets priorities for major transportation investments — like roads, transit, bike, and pedestrian projects—across multiple jurisdictions, helping decide how federal transportation dollars are spent in the region. 

JOIN THE CONVERSATION ABOUT TRAFFIC SAFETY IN BALTIMORE CITY

Traffic safety affects everyone—whether you walk, bike, drive, or take transit.  Baltimore City DOT wants to know:

• Where you feel unsafe walking, biking, or driving
• How traffic issues affect your daily life
  • What changes would make streets safer

Your feedback will help shape the City’s Vision Zero Action Plan. 

Take the survey:at streetsofbaltimore.com
 

LOCAL GRANTS TO HELP MAKE MARYLAND ROADS SAFER!

The Maryland Highway Safety Office is soliciting proposals for grants to help reduce vehicle crashes and save lives on the road.

Who can apply? Police departments, schools, hospitals, local governments, and nonprofits!

The grant money can go toward things like stopping distracted driving, encouraging seat belt use, making roads safer for walking and biking, and more. The program runs from October 2026 to September 2027, but you have to apply by February 28, 2026.

See how your organization can help at ZeroDeathsMD.gov

GETTING AROUND THE BALTIMORE WATERFRONT
JUST GOT EASIER! 

The Baltimore Water Taxi is testing a new on-demand service—think Uber, but on the water. 

Rides are booked through the Transigo app. Choose your pickup and drop-off locations, and your captain comes to you. For a limited time, you can try the service for just $1.

⏰ Note: Pricing and hours vary by location and time. Check the Transigo app for current details before you ride. Easy. Scenic. Waterfront travel—on demand.  

Visit baltimorewatertaxi.com

HERE’S A RESOLUTION WORTH KEEPING:
BE THE DRIVER THAT SAVES LIVES 

New year, same roads. But this year, your choices behind the wheel can help change the story. In Maryland, more than 500 lives are lost on our roads each year—and nearly all of them are preventable. 

So here’s a resolution worth keeping:

• Buckle up.
• Slow down.
• Stay sober.
• Phone down. Eyes up.

No gym membership. No vision board. Just smart habits that make every ride safer—for you and everyone around you.

Be the Driver that Saves Lives. Learn more at ZeroDeathsMD.gov
 

JOIN THE TRANSPORTATION CORE - WE NEED YOUR VOICE 

If you live or work in Annapolis, Anne Arundel, Carroll, Harford, Howard, or Queen Anne’s County, we’d love to hear from you. The BRTB is seeking motivated volunteers from these areas to help shape the future of transportation and planning in our region.

By joining, you’ll take part in online surveys and a handful of virtual meetings each year. Your input helps us improve our projects, plans and outreach efforts.

Let’s build a better Baltimore region—together! Apply today

STAY CONNECTED WITH THE BMC ENGAGEMENT HUB

Did you know the Baltimore Metropolitan Council (BMC) shares updates on a wide range of projects and plans — not just transportation? Stay connected, stay informed, and shape your region — Visit the BMC Engagement Hub today! 

Sign Up for Alerts – Get email or text updates for B’more Involved and other BMC newsletters. Update your subscriptions at YourRegionYourVoice.org. 

Visit the BMC Engagement Hub

OUR MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO ALL 

The Baltimore Regional Transportation Board and its subcommittees 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 the Baltimore Metropolitan Council, located at 1500 Whetstone Way, Suite 300, Baltimore, MD 21230. All meetings are live streamed online via Zoom for your convenience.  

Check out our calendar at baltometro.org