Baltimore County adopts major solid waste regulation changes

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation on Friday announced several changes to the Bureau of Solid Waste Management’s regulations. The announced changes include: Beginning April 1, 2022, Baltimore County will require all separate yard material collection to be placed in paper bags and will no longer accept plastic bags for yard waste. This new rule will […]

Water main break reported in Parkville

PARKVILLE, MD—A water main break in the Parkville area has left several residents without service. The Department of Public Works reports that a six-inch diameter main has ruptured in the 3000-block of Moreland Avenue (21234). Approximately thirty customers and one hydrant are without service. There has been no ETA on repairs. Motorists should use caution in the area.

Water main break reported in Parkville

PARKVILLE, MD—A water main break in the Parkville area has left several residents without service. The Department of Public Works reports that a six-inch diameter water main has ruptured in the 8800-block of Baker Avenue (21234). Forty customers are currently without service. There has been no ETA on repairs. Motorists should use caution in the area.

Baltimore County seeks public input on bicycle, pedestrian master plan

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPWT) is requesting input from County residents to inform Baltimore County’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The County has provided three ways for the public to offer feedback: A new online survey which asks residents to help the County identify streets or intersections where active transportation facility improvements are needed […]

Baltimore County to hold online public hearing for proposed solid waste regulation changes

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPWT) is proposing several revisions to the Bureau of Solid Waste Management’s (BSWM) regulations. DPWT is proposing revisions to the “Regulation for Baltimore County Residential Trash and Recycling Collection” regarding an updated holiday collection schedule, the introduction of a residential bulk collection service, changes to set-out requirements, and general language […]

Water main break reported in White Marsh

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

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 […]

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

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 […]