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FY 2027 Transportation and Land Use Connections Projects Selected
The Transportation and Land Use Connections (TLC) program, established by the Baltimore Regional Transportation Board (BRTB) in 2022, provides short-term technical assistance to local jurisdictions in the Baltimore region. The program supports projects that reduce roadway traffic, improve safety, address extreme-weather related impacts, and make it easier for people to walk, bike, roll, and use transit.
TLC projects strengthen the connection between transportation and land use to improve access to jobs, services, and other opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. This work aligns with the goals of Resilience 2050, the region’s long-range transportation plan.
For Fiscal Year (FY) 2027, three (3) projects were selected – one each from Carroll County, Baltimore City and Baltimore County. These projects will receive technical assistance from on-call consultant teams, and support from Baltimore Metropolitan Council staff.
The Carroll County project will advance design for a separated shared-use path along Old Westminster Pike, within the Finksburg Sustainable Community Area. This segment was identified as a “High Priority” project in the Finksburg Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Feasibility Study (2026), funded by the TLC program in FY 2024.
The Baltimore City project will advance design of pedestrian and bicycle facilities to connect South Baltimore to the Baltimore Peninsula (formerly known as Port Covington).
The Baltimore County project will evaluate the feasibility of safe pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure along Turkey Point Road and Back River Neck Road in Essex, to allow students and residents to safely access Chesapeake High School, as well as nearby community amenities and businesses.
Each of these projects are now developing their scope and scheduling and will kick off this summer.
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Slow the Fast Down with Governor Moore
On July 7, Governor Wes Moore announced the launch of “Slow the Fast Down”, a new safe driving campaign to reduce the number of fatalities associated with speeding.
"Slow the Fast Down" is a driving awareness campaign calling on Maryland's drivers to slow down on the roads. Because when you're behind the wheel, every mile per hour matters, and slowing down really does save lives.
Photo: A pedestrian or bicyclist struck by a vehicle traveling 40 mph is eight times more likely to be killed than one struck by a vehicle traveling 20 mph.
Speeding endangers all road users, but it poses a particularly deadly threat to people who walk, bike and roll. Without the protections afforded by a vehicle's frame, airbags and seat belts, vulnerable road users face a far greater risk of serious injury or death in a crash. Even relatively small increases in speed can have deadly consequences: a pedestrian or bicyclist struck by a vehicle traveling 40 mph is eight times more likely to be killed than one struck by a vehicle traveling 20 mph.
Education and outreach can raise awareness, but enforcement and accountability are also essential to changing driver behavior. Throughout July, state and local law enforcement agencies across Maryland will increase high-visibility enforcement to deter speeding and other dangerous driving behaviors. The objective is not simply to issue citations; it is to prevent crashes and save lives.
SlowTheFastDownMD.com, is a central resource for information about speeding, featuring interactive visualizations, campaign materials and tools to help you share the message with friends and family by text or email. Visit the website to learn more about the physics behind why speeding is so dangerous and discover how you can support this important safety campaign.
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MDOT in Motion: Safe Routes Back to School Webinar on August 13
MDOT in Motion is a series of webinars, interactive tools, e-blasts and educational opportunities offered by The Maryland Department of Transportation’s (MDOT’s) Office of Active Transportation and Micromobility (OATM) in partnership with the Maryland Department of Planning. The series highlights multi-modal projects and programs that are designed to get Marylanders moving safely and connect them to opportunities and each other. As students across Maryland prepare for a new school year, MDOT wants their daily commutes to be safe and smooth so they can focus on learning.
Register today for MDOT in Motion: Safe Routes Back to School webinar on Thursday, August 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Attendees will:
Recordings of all past MDOT in Motion webinars and e-blasts are all available on this website.
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Charm City Cleanup
The Charm City Cleanup Initiative is Baltimore’s citywide cleaning initiative, focused on cleaning public spaces and supporting residents’ sense of pride and ownership in Baltimore’s neighborhoods. In its second year, this coordinated effort combines proactive government services, community engagement, and cross-agency collaboration.
The goal of Charm City Cleanup is to deliver measurable results that significantly improve the city's cleanliness and beautification, deliver measurable improvements in every community, and build long-term stewardship.
The program involves significant cross-agency collaboration across multiple City agencies.
- The Department of Public Works (DPW) will conduct street sweeping, clear storm drains, remove graffiti, and address rodent-related issues to improve neighborhood cleanliness and environmental health.
- The Department of Transportation (DOT) will repair potholes, clear sidewalks of debris and obstructions, and maintain medians to enhance mobility and safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.
- Baltimore City Recreation and Parks (BCRP) will clean tree pits, prune and trim trees, and maintain parks, green spaces, and public landscapes throughout participating neighborhoods.
- Clean Corps crews will focus on cleaning alleys, streets, sidewalks, and vacant lots while working side-by-side with residents, community groups, and volunteers to build neighborhood pride and stewardship.
- The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) will conduct property maintenance inspections, investigate illegal dumping, and work with property owners to address code violations that affect community appearance and safety.
- The Mayor's Office of Community Affairs (MOCA) will coordinate community outreach, recruit and engage volunteers, communicate cleanup schedules and outcomes, and provide educational resources to help residents sustain improvements long after crews leave the area.
Residents should report issues for service by calling 311 or downloading the 311 app. Service requests help guide City agencies and crews during cleanups.
You can also participate in the initiative by volunteering or leading a clean-up in your neighborhood during the week that Charm City Cleanup will service that area. Please visit the Volunteer Hub to volunteer or to register your clean-up.
To learn more, visit: https://www.baltimorecity.gov/mayor/charm-city-cleanup.
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RegionNow 2027 Approved by the BRTB
Thank you to everyone who reviewed the RegionNow 2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and provided comments.
This $9.1 billion draft plan covers 170 projects over the next four years. This includes new bike lanes, better sidewalks, transit upgrades, bridge repairs, and road improvements.
The Baltimore Regional Transportation Board (BRTB) has reviewed all comments and posted responses on the TIP project page. Comments and responses can also be viewed in this attached document.
The project team invites you to take a short survey by Monday, August 17, to let them know how they did with their outreach and engagement efforts.
The BRTB voted to approve RegionNow 2027 on Tuesday, July 28.
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Druid Lake Activity Survey
Druid Lake has been a vital part of Baltimore’s water system and one of the city’s favorite public spaces for more than 150 years. With the Department of Public Works (DPW) Tanks Project nearly complete and the drinking water now stored underground, the lake is entering a new chapter.
The Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks (BCRP) is currently asking for your feedback on future programming for Druid Lake through the Summer 2026 Park Activity Survey.
Photo: Druid Lake future park vision
For the first time, Baltimoreans will have full public access to the lake’s edge, new on-water programs, and restored natural habitats that connect to the historic stream valley. Although Baltimore is surrounded by water, it has very few clean and safe bodies of water for recreation.
This project views water access as a civic right and an opportunity to create a healthy, welcoming, and sustainable destination for all. Baltimore City Recreation & Parks invites residents to help shape this vision — one rooted in history and driven by community voices.
This website serves as a central hub for project updates, surveys, open comments, and meeting announcements.
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Complete Street Improvements Along Cradlerock Way in Columbia
The Howard County Department of Public Works – Bureau of Highways, Traffic Engineering Division conducted a Complete Streets corridor study for the entirety of Cradlerock Way from the southern intersection with Broken Land Parkway to the northern intersection with Broken Land Parkway by applying principles and guidelines from the recently updated and adopted Howard County Complete Streets Design Manual Volume III. The study identified Complete Streets improvements that are safe and accessible for all users. To learn more about the study, visit the project page.
Map: Cradlerock Way Complete Streets corridor study map
A construction project to install six raised intersections and one pedestrian refuge island along Cradlerock Way in Columbia was scheduled to begin on Monday, July 27, 2026. This Cradlerock Way Complete Street capital improvement project will be done in eight phases and will facilitate the safe and efficient flow of traffic and improve operations and safety in the area. Weather permitting, Phase 1 is expected to be completed by late January 2027.
For questions or more information about this capital project (T-7106), contact Public Works Customer Service at 410-313-3440 or email publicworks@howardcountymd.gov.
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Anne Arundel County Sidewalk Construction Public Meetings on August 12 and 25
Anne Arundel County’s Department of Public Works (DPW) has scheduled two public meetings in August to discuss plans to construct missing sidewalks.
A public meeting will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12 at the Severn Library (2624 Annapolis Road, Annapolis) to discuss plans to construct a missing 250-foot-long segment of sidewalk along Quarterfield Road from north of Severn Pines Way to south of Colonial Park Drive. This includes widening the roadway in that area to maintain a consistent paved shoulder, as well as curb and drainage improvements.
Construction is expected to begin in spring 2027 and take about a month. Work hours will be 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays. One lane will be closed on Quarterfield Road during construction and flaggers will direct motorists through the area.
To access project updates, documents and contact information for the planned sidewalk along Quarterfield Road, go to: https://aacounty.org/url?project=H508436. View the meeting announcement here.
A public meeting will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25 at the Broadneck Library (1275 Green Holly Drive, Annapolis) to discuss plans to construct a missing 200-foot-long sidewalk segment along Green Holly Drive. This segment will connect the existing sidewalk along the east side of the road near the entrance to Christ Our Anchor Presbyterian Church to the Broadneck Trail at the intersection of College Parkway.
Construction would be done on weekdays and is tentatively slated to begin in either the spring or summer of 2027 and take about two months.
To access project updates, documents and contact information for the planned sidewalk along Green Holly Drive, go to: https://aacounty.org/url?project=H508435. View the meeting announcement here.
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Signal Reconstruction in Baltimore City
Over the course of the Citywide Signal Reconstruction Project, the Baltimore City Department of Transportation (BCDOT) will rebuild 27 traffic signals and add 12 new pedestrian crossings throughout the city. These improvements will make intersections safer, improve reliability, and support people walking, biking, driving, and using public transportation.
The traffic signal locations were selected because many of the existing signals are outdated and need upgrades. The work will be completed in three phases: first, 20 intersections; second, 7 intersections; and third, 12 new pedestrian crossings. The pedestrian crossing locations were identified based on pedestrian safety needs, crash history, and proximity to schools and recreational facilities. Together, these improvements will help create safer, more welcoming streets and strengthen connections across Baltimore neighborhoods. Construction is projected to begin in 2027.
BCDOT presented plans for improvements at meetings throughout Baltimore City over the month of July. Information about these meetings can be found on BCDOT’s social media pages, including Facebook, Reddit, and Instagram.
You can learn more and submit questions or comments on the Streets of Baltimore project page.
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MDOT SHA’s New Bicycle Policy and Design Guidelines
Earlier this year, the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) published the updated Bicycle Policy and Design Guidelines. The 2026 SHA Bicycle Policy and Design Guidelines represent a shift from the 2015 Guidelines, with a greater focus on providing bicycle facilities that are appropriate to the roadway and land-use context and accommodating people biking at all skill levels. You can view the 2026 SHA Bicycle Policy and Design Guidelines on this website.
Photo: Bicycle User Types. Source: Maryland Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.
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Share Your Thoughts on the Active Transportation Newsletter
Each month, the Active Transportation Newsletter shares updates on active transportation projects, funding and grant awards, opportunities to provide input, and upcoming public meetings. We highlight efforts to make it safer and easier to walk, bike, and roll in communities across the region.
Tell us what you think about the Active Transportation Newsletter. This short survey helps us better share opportunities, updates, and resources related to Active Transportation in the Baltimore region. It only takes five minutes, and your feedback really matters.
The Newsletter Hub is a great resource to help readers follow the lifecycle of projects, reference past stories, and share the Active Transportation Newsletter with their community.
Thank you so much for being an Active Transportation Newsletter subscriber!
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Upcoming Meetings You Can Attend with a Focus on Active Transportation
These meetings are open to the public and welcome public comments, with some allowing the public to apply to serve as members.
Below are a sample of upcoming opportunities to listen in, learn more, and take part in active transportation decision-making in your community.
- BRTB Technical Committee
- Next Meeting: Tuesday, August 4 from 9:30 am to 11 a.m. at Baltimore Metropolitan Council (1500 Whetstone Way, Suite 300, Baltimore, MD 21230) and online
- What they do: Make recommendations to the Baltimore Regional Transportation Board (BRTB) based on technical sufficiency, accuracy, and completeness of all plans and programs. This input provides the BRTB with a technical viewpoint prior to making decisions.
- Anne Arundel County Bicycle Advisory Commission
- Next Meeting: Tuesday, August 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- What they do: Advise the County Executive, County Council and County Departments on the implementation of the County's Pedestrian/Bicycle Master Plan.
- Howard County Bicycle Advisory Group (BAG)
- Next Meeting: Tuesday, August 11, from 3 to 5 p.m.
- What they do: Advise the County Executive and County Administration on matters of bicycle transportation, particularly the implementation of the Bicycle Master Plan.
- Zero Deaths Maryland: Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety - Emphasis Area
- Next Meeting: Monday, August 17th, at 10 a.m. Montgomery County DOT conference room (100 Edison Park Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20878), online [link], and by phone at 312-757-3121 (code: 624-672-613)
- What they do: Meet to discuss topics related to pedestrian and bicycle safety, as part of the Zero Deaths Maryland initiative.
- Baltimore Regional Transportation Board
- Next Meeting: Tuesday, August 25 from 9 to 11 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.
- Howard County Multimodal Transportation Board (MTB)
- Next Meeting: Tuesday, August 25 at 6 p.m.
- What they do: Advise the County Executive and County Council on transportation policies, priorities, and projects.
- Access Annapolis: Mobility For All Symposium 2026
- Meeting: August 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Graduate by Hilton Annapolis (126 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401)
- What it is about: The City of Annapolis will convene community leaders, planners, advocates, and residents to engage in meaningful dialogue around mobility, access, and equity.
- Baltimore Regional Safety Subcommittee
- Next Meeting: Wednesday, September 9 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Baltimore Metropolitan Council (1500 Whetstone Way, Suite 300, Baltimore, MD 21230)
- What they do: Monitor progress on the implementation of the Maryland Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) in the Baltimore region; and to develop plans and programs to raise safety awareness.
- Anne Arundel Transportation Commission
- Next Meeting: Wednesday, September 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- What they do: Advise the County Executive and Council on transportation planning and policy.
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