Councilman Marks announces community input meeting on development project in Perry Hall

PERRY HALL, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced Thursday that a public meeting would be held to discuss a proposed development project that would increase the number of homes along the Chapel Road corridor. The project, known as Perry Hall Chapel Estates, would require a zoning change to proceed. Marks, a Republican who represents Perry Hall, stated that the development […]

Baltimore County to hold next round of Small Area Plan meetings in September

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Planning is seeking final public feedback on Small Area Plan 11 (SAP 11) with a series of community meetings scheduled throughout September. The department is entering the final phase of its engagement efforts for the plan, which will help guide future development in the area. Officials will present updates and gather input at five […]

Days Cove landfill seeking discharge permit, public hearing to be held in September

WHITE MARSH, MD—A landfill on Days Cove Road in White Marsh is applying for a new discharge permit through the MD Department of the Environment, according to Gunpowder Riverkeeper. On July 22, Gunpowder Riverkeeper requested a hearing for the discharge application. That hearing will tentatively be held on Tuesday, September 16 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the Perry Hall Library. “Thank […]

Maryland seeks public input on Chesapeake Bay restoration work

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland is inviting the public to provide feedback on proposed revisions to the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement, a key voluntary plan guiding restoration efforts for the nation’s largest estuary. An open house is scheduled for Aug. 5 in Annapolis, with a public comment period running through Sept. 1. The Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement is a collaborative plan signed by […]

Virtual meeting set to review status of busy Perry Hall intersection

PERRY HALL, MD—Councilman David Marks will hold a virtual public meeting with the Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation to discuss the progress of safety improvements at the intersection at Honeygo Boulevard and Cross Road. A WebEx meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 13 at 5:00 p.m. “Our office has worked for more than a decade to […]

Maryland officials seek public input on pedestrian, cyclist safety

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is launching an online survey and a series of virtual public meetings to gather feedback on improving safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users. This initiative aims to update the agency’s Vulnerable Road User (VRU) Assessment, a critical tool in enhancing road safety across Maryland. Vulnerable road […]

Residents urged to speak out about traffic concerns on Eastern Boulevard

UPDATE: Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga are urging immediate action following the town hall. Original story below… MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Residents concerned about traffic safety on Eastern Boulevard are urged to attend a community meeting in July where the Maryland State Highway Administration will present findings from a traffic safety study. Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga announced the meeting, […]

Baltimore County to hold Small Area Plan meeting in Middle River

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Planning will hold a meeting on the Small Area Plan for White Marsh, Essex-Middle River, Bowleys Quarters, and Rossville/Rosedale. The in-person meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2025 at the Middle River Recreation Activity Center. A virtual meeting will also be held on Tuesday, June 24th. Additional information […]