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Posted: January 27, 2012

Baltimore, MD. (January 27, 2012) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation is proud to announce that the Charm City Circulator has serviced over four million passengers. Baltimore’s premier shuttle service has proven to be a huge success for residents, employees and visitors traveling in the busy downtown district. Last...

Posted: December 22, 2011

Baltimore, MD. (December 22, 2011) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation today released proposed regulations in compliance with Ordinance 11-529, Traffic Mitigation – Establishing Traffic Mitigation Zones, and specifically Section 3803.2 of the Building, Fire and Related Codes Article of the Baltimore City Revised Cod...

Posted: November 08, 2011

Baltimore, MD. (November 08, 2011) Enforcement Efforts Result in the Confiscation of 20 Illegal Placards The Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities and the Baltimore City Department of Transportation today announced that an aggressive education and enforcement effort was recently conducted to raise awareness on the proper use of...

Posted: September 21, 2011

Baltimore, MD. (September 21, 2011) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists of the road closures and parking restrictions in effect for the 3rd annual Canton Wine and Jazz Festival. The festival will be held along O’Donnell Square on Saturday, September 24, 2011 from 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. ...

Posted: September 21, 2011

Baltimore, MD. (September 21, 2011) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that the Roland Park Ciclovia IV has been cancelled for this Sunday. The road closures originally scheduled along southbound Roland Avenue and southbound University Parkway for this event will not be implemented on Sunday...

Posted: September 13, 2011

Baltimore, MD. (September 13, 2011) Lane Closures Along I-395, Russell and Lee Streets The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists of the overnight road closure and lane closures that will be implemented along Conway Street and portions of I-395, Russell and Lee Streets for construction. On Tuesday...

Posted: September 06, 2011

Baltimore, MD. (September 06, 2011) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that roadways in the downtown area are beginning to reopen after the 2011 Inaugural Baltimore Grand Prix race. At this time, northbound Russell Street has been opened to motorists from Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard...

Posted: July 11, 2011

Baltimore, MD. (July 11, 2011) Open House Sessions Will Be Held to Inform Citizens of Traffic and Parking Plans The Baltimore City Department of Transportation today announced that three open house informational sessions will be held to inform citizens of the traffic management plans for the 2011 inaugural Baltimore Grand Prix R...

Posted: May 26, 2011

Baltimore, MD. (May 26, 2011) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation Director Khalil Zaied and City Councilman Jim Kraft today announced improvements to pedestrian safety for the Fells Point community. These improvements will help residents, small business owners and visitors to enjoy the benefits of walkability in Fell...

Posted: May 20, 2011

Baltimore, MD. (May 20, 2011) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation Director Khalil Zaied is proud to announce that a record number of cyclists participated in Baltimore City‟s Bike to Work Day. The event was held this morning, Friday, May 20, 2011 from 7:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at various commuter stations throughout ...

Posted: January 06, 2011

Baltimore, MD. (January 06, 2011) This past week, the Department of Transportation moved a number of its offices to the new MECU Building, which is located at 7 E. Redwood Street. Some of the Transportation offices that have moved to the MECU Building include Human Resources, Fiscal Services, Contract Administration, TEC, Alleys and...

Posted: November 30, 2010

Baltimore, MD. (November 30, 2010) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that temporary road closures will be implemented for the 39th annual lighting of the Washington Monument which will be held on Thursday, December 02, 2010. Festivities in the historic Mount Vernon district will start at ...

Posted: November 30, 2010

Baltimore, MD. (November 30, 2010) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that temporary road closures will be implemented along portions of Charles Street and Mt. Vernon Place in commemoration of World AIDS Day. On Wednesday, December 01, 2010 the east leg of North Charles Street will be clos...

Posted: November 10, 2010

Baltimore, MD. (November 10, 2010) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that lane closures will be implemented along a portion of Guilford Avenue for utility work. Beginning on Monday, November 08, 2010, a double lane closure will be implemented along Guilford Avenue between Saratoga and Lexi...

Posted: November 10, 2010

Baltimore, MD. (November 10, 2010) Lane Closure Along the Jones Falls Expressway The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that a temporary lane closure will be implemented along the northbound span of the Jones Falls Expressway this Saturday for litter patrol. On Saturday, November 13, 2010, the...

Posted: November 10, 2010

Baltimore, MD. (November 10, 2010) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that a new traffic pattern will be implemented along the Newbury Street Bridge located in Mount Washington. Starting on Thursday, November 11, 2010 and continuing through Friday, November 12, 2010 the traffic pattern alon...

Posted: October 07, 2010

Baltimore, MD. (October 07, 2010) Mayor designates October as ‘Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Month’ in Baltimore Department of Transportation Deputy Director Frank Murphy was joined by the Maryland Highway Safety Office, parents, teachers, and SAFE KIDS Baltimore to celebrate the 13th Annual Walk to School Day. This annual worldwi...

Posted: August 26, 2010

Baltimore, MD. (August 26, 2010) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that construction work will soon begin on the Newbury Street Bridge in Mount Washington. The Newbury Street Bridge, which crosses over Western Run, is scheduled for rehabilitation starting on or about Monday, August 30, 2...

Posted: August 26, 2010

Baltimore, MD. (August 26, 2010) Calvert Street Lane Closures The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that temporary lane closures will be implemented along a portion of Calvert Street for paving work. On Friday, August 27, 2010, temporary lane closures will be implemented on Calvert Street a...

Posted: August 25, 2010

Baltimore, MD. (August 25, 2010) The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that high volumes of traffic are expected downtown for the Baltimore Ravens pre-season game against the New York Giants which will be held at M&T Bank Stadium on Saturday, August 28, 2010 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Motor...