Baltimore, MD (December 9, 2024) – Today, Mayor Brandon M. Scott and Baltimore City Department of Transportation (BCDOT) Director Corren Johnson announced that residents can now report misparked rentable scooters and e-bikes to 311.  Once a misparked scooter or e-bike is reported to Lime or Spin through 311 these companies must correct the parking issue within 24 hours. The goal of this initiative is to increase safety for all residents, including those renting vehicles, sharing the sidewalk, and using the road. 

The City’s dockless mobility program promotes transportation options for healthier communities and a cleaner environment. So far in 2024, more than 1.4 million trips have been taken on scooters and e-bikes in Baltimore City. Dockless vehicles are a fun and sustainable way to travel; however, at the end of a trip they are sometimes left on the side of the road or found blocking sidewalks and curbs. The correct way to park a scooter or e-bike is to ensure the vehicle is upright and parked in a way that allows pedestrians and those with mobility devices to pass.

The BCDOT is encouraging residents to use the new 311 Service Request to report scooters and e-bikes that are in the way. The new service request is under the category of Parking, Signals and Signs as "Scooter and E-Bike Parking." Scooters and e-bikes that meet one of the conditions below qualify:

311: Parking, Signals and Signs: Scooter and E-Bike Parking:

•  Blocking 
  • a building entrance
  • an entrance or exit to/from a residence
  • a bus stop
  • a sidewalk or path (less than 3 feet of space available to pass)
• Parked
  
  • on a ramp or between two ramps
  • on private property

The GPS pin feature in 311 or an accurately entered address will help companies locate misparked scooters or e-bikes. Additionally, both Spin and Lime offer discounts for users who park correctly in designated corrals that are listed in each of the apps.  Damaged scooters or e-bikes should still be reported through the company's app for removal. 

Click here to access the micromobility program website if you are in need of addition information.

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Department of Transportation to Resume Daily Storage Fees for Impounded Vehicles Starting Monday, July 22nd

BALTIMORE, MD (July 18, 2024) – The Baltimore City Department of Transportation (BCDOT) announced today that it will soon resume the assessment of daily storage fees for vehicles impounded at its Pulaski Highway and Fallsway Facilities.

Starting on Monday, July 22, 2024, daily storage fees for impounded vehicles will resume.  The resumption of these towing fees coincides with the resumption of late fees on outstanding parking penalties, which was announced in June 2024. These fees were also paused throughout much of the COVID-19 pandemic and their resumption is critical for FY2025, as outlined in this year’s budget process.

Vehicles at the Pulaski Highway or Fallsway facilities that remain impounded after the initial 48 hours will be charged a storage fee of $15 per day for 2-axel vehicles with 4 wheels, including weekends and holidays.  Larger vehicles such as dually trucks with six wheels or those with 3 or more axels will be charged a storage fee of $30 per day.

Owners of vehicles that are currently impounded are encouraged to retrieve their vehicles before July 22, 2024, to avoid having daily storage fees assessed.  Before vehicles are released, the proper documentation must be provided, including proof of ownership, and verified by BCDOT staff.  In addition, all towing and storage fees along with any citations associated with the vehicle must be paid.  Please note that towing and storage fees are waived for stolen vehicles with proper documentation.

Motorists are encouraged to call 410-396-9958 to schedule an appointment at the Pulaski Highway facility or click here to visit the Baltimore City, Towing Vehical Recovery Unit for additional information.

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Mayor Scott, BCDOT Announce Start Date for Expanded Charm City Circulator Service in Cherry Hill Community

New Circulator Route Will Begin Running on June 23, 2024

BALTIMORE, MD (Wednesday, May 22, 2024) – Today, Mayor Brandon M. Scott and Department of Transportation Director Corren Johnson announced expanded service improvements to the Charm City Circulator (CCC), the City of Baltimore’s fare-free bus service providing transit in the downtown area and beyond, will be implemented on June 23, 2024. The service enhancements include a long-anticipated new CCC route, which will serve the Cherry Hill neighborhood, as well as changes to the northern and southern ends of the Purple Route.

The new northern end of the Purple Route extension will connect residents to a hospital system and food hub. The addition of the Cherry Hill Route is a service connection lauded by community and transit advocates as an important step in service equity for Baltimore City. Many residents and businesses alike see the route as an opportunity for enhanced connectivity, greater economic mobility, and a more reliable commute. The expanded network will allow ease of access to job opportunities, entertainment, and all Downtown Baltimore has to offer.

The new Cherry Route will operate between the Inner Harbor and Cherry Hill in southwest Baltimore. Destinations along this new route include Federal Hill, Riverside, McHenry Row, Baltimore Peninsula, Middle Branch Park, MedStar Harbor Hospital, and the Cherry Hill Light Rail Station. Circulator buses along this route will run on a 20-minute frequency.

In addition to the new Cherry Route, the alignment along the Purple Route will be modified. Because the Cherry Route will serve the Federal Hill neighborhood, the Purple Route will no longer travel south of Montgomery Street. Additionally, on the north end of the Purple Route, service will be extended east along 33rd Street to Greenmount Avenue. Additional destinations served along the Purple Route’s new extension include MedStar Union Memorial Hospital and Giant Food.

The Cherry Route will operate on a 20-minute frequency; the Purple Route will operate on a 13-minute frequency; the Orange Route will operate on a 10-minute frequency; the Green Route will operate on a 20-minute frequency; and the Banner Route will operate on a 40-minute frequency.

These service improvements were derived through the Transit Development Plan (TDP) process, which took place throughout 2021 and 2022. The TDP aims to create a roadmap for the Circulator’s future and improve the equity of service. These changes utilize the Circulator’s existing 23-bus fleet and are within the CCC’s existing budget.

The Baltimore City Department of Transportation continues to coordinate with partner agencies and other stakeholders to determine implementation timelines and feasibility of additional changes laid out in the Transit Development Plan.

A service map reflecting the changes that take effect on June 23 is shown below.

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Baltimore City Road Closures and Recommended Truck Routes Due to the Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

Tuesday, March 26, 2024 - The Baltimore City Department of Transportation has been working closely with local, state, and federal partners since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge early this morning.  

The Baltimore City Department of Transportation is actively evaluating the projected impact of the bridge collapse on City corridors, particularly our designated truck routes. Higher traffic volumes on City roads are anticipated, particularly along designated truck route corridors, and the Baltimore City Department of Transportation is actively working on plans to help mitigate the impact on local communities. 

In order to minimize impacts, the Baltimore City Department of Transportation is modifying our official truck map which details how truck drivers may use Baltimore City roads and highways.  Please refer to the GIS map for the most up-to-date route information:  Baltimore City Official Truck Routes (arcgis.com).
Truckers are encouraged to continue checking this official map in the coming days as additional modifications may be made. 

Motorists should also be aware that portions of Fort Armistead Road and Hawkins Point Road are closed at this time.  Drivers are encouraged to download the Waze.com app for live detour navigation.

Mayor Brandon M. Scott Officially Declares Local State of Emergency in Response to the Collapse of the Key Bridge

Tuesday, March 26, 2024 - Mayor Brandon M. Scott has officially declared a local State of Emergency in response to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. The Executive Order mobilizes the City of Baltimore’s Emergency Operations Plan to deploy emergency resources to protect the persons affected by the incident and expands the resources available to tackle the emergency situation.