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In this issue: - Drive Like Their Lives Depend On It! Be StreetSmart
- Comments Welcome on MD 32 Project in Howard County
- New One-Stop Web Site for All Things Transit in Central MD
- Representatives Sought for Regional Advisory Groups
- B'more Involved This Summer!
- In The News & Upcoming Events
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| DRIVE LIKE THEIR LIVES DEPEND ON IT! BE STREET SMART | | Safety campaign launches this week in Howard County, Continues in Baltimore City | | 
You have probably witnessed firsthand, either as a pedestrian, bicyclist, or motorist, the dangers that exist at intersections and on streets in and around Baltimore. Each year, the Baltimore region averages 1,700 pedestrian and 500 bicycle crashes, resulting in an average of 52 fatalities.  | | Street Smart PSA featuring County Executive Ken Ulman and Police Chief William McMahon |
The Baltimore Metropolitan Council is proud to partner with area law enforcement agencies and the State Highway Administration to bring you its annual StreetSmart campaign. Designed to raise awareness of the rules that protect our most vulnerable road users, StreetSmart is helping reduce the number of crashes that involve pedestrians and bicyclists. Enforcement is being stepped up. For example, pedestrians can and will be cited for failure to use a cross walk, cyclists will be cited for failure to obey signals, and drivers will be cited for not stopping for a pedestrian in a crosswalk or not allowing three feet of distance when following passing a bicyclist. It is your responsibility to know and follow the laws - and to use common sense and courtesy. So, whether you are driving, walking, or biking, keep these safety tips in mind: Drivers Remember that streets are shared by everyone, not just motorized vehicles - Follow all traffic laws, including stopping for pedestrians in crosswalks
- Allow at least three feet of space when passing a bicyclist
- Be vigilant at all times, don't speed and don't drive distracted or impaired
- Remember that pedestrians and cyclists - particularly the very young and very old - can be unpredictable and it is your responsibility to drive safely around them.
Pedestrians & Bicyclists Remember that respect and cooperation are two-way streets - Obey traffic signals and signs and take common-sense precautions
- Wear bright colors and reflective clothing at night
- Avoid distractions and don't walk or bike under the influence
- Be aware that road conditions may make it difficult to see you and drivers may not do everything they're supposed to, so walk or ride defensively
Together, we can all make pedestrians and bicyclists safer on our roads by being StreetSmart! >> Learn more at www.DriveSafeBaltimore.com |
| COMMENTS WELCOME ON MD 32 PROJECT IN HOWARD COUNTY | | Comments welcome on TIP amendment through Friday, July 1st | | 
The Baltimore Regional Transportation Board is currently welcoming public feedback on the following amendment to the 2011 - 2014 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). A summary of the project is below, with full details available by clicking on the link provided.  MD 32 - Wellworth Way Access Management Improvements
The Maryland State Highway Administration has asked that $886,000 be added to the 2011-14 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) to purchase right-of-way for improvements to MD 32 in Howard County. Private driveways that now have direct access to MD 32 will be relocated to Wellworth Way, a private road. This will make it safer for residents to enter and leave their driveways, and will improve the flow of traffic on the highway. A public meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 29 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the West Friendship Volunteer Fire Department. Comments are welcome on this amendment through Friday, July 1, 2011. >> Find out more about the MD 32 Project & TIP Amendment |
| NEW ONE STOP WEB SITE FOR ALL THINGS TRANSIT | | A wealth of transit information in the Baltimore region is now just a call or click away | |  The Transportation Resource Information Point (TRIP) web site is a new one-stop shop for all things transit in the Baltimore metropolitan region.
Local residents, visitors, human services agencies and partner organizations can quickly see a variety of transit services available throughout the Baltimore region in one easy-to-use website. This not only includes MTA and locally operated transit services, but also transportation provided by public and private service providers, senior centers, colleges and universities, assisted living facilities, and government agencies.
TRIP also provides a hotline for immediate assistance - just dial 1-877-331-TRIP (8747).
The TRIP project is a joint project of the MD Transit Administration and Central Maryland Regional Transit - funded by a grant through the Baltimore Regional Transportation Board (BRTB) - the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Baltimore region. >> Get transit info now at www.mdtrip.org |
| REPRESENTATIVES SOUGHT FOR REGIONAL ADVISORY GROUPS | | | |  Do you know someone who is an avid pedestrian? An advocate for livable communities that promotes physical activity? A professional who helps disabled individuals travel more independently? A transit rider who wants better pedestrian access to the bus or train?
The BRTB is currently seeking applications from such individuals to serve as the Citizen Representative for pedestrian issues on the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Group. >> Fill out an application to join BPAG
 The BRTB is also seeking representatives to serve on its Citizens Advisory Committee.
The CAC is a diverse group of citizens, representatives of community organizations, and industry professionals that promote public engagement and provide independent, region-oriented advice regarding regional transportation planning and related issues. Members are welcome from any jurisdiction in the region, but more members are sought from Anne Arundel, Carroll, Harford, and Howard Counties. >> Find out more or download an application for the CAC |
| B'MORE INVOLVED THIS SUMMER! | | This summer there are many ways to get out there and B'more Involved! | | Public Voting on Open City Challenge Now Open - Through July 8  The Open City Challenge Exhibition presents all entries to the Urbanite Project: Open City Challenge, an ideas competition for $10,000 in prize money and the chance to implement their solution to a pressing Baltimore issue: the quality-of-life issues brought about by the construction of the Red Line. Through July 8, the public is invited to visit the exhibition at D center @ MAP and vote on their favorite proposals. The gallery is open from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. www.urbaniteproject.com
Volunteer to Be an Artscape Bike Parking Zone Coordinator - July 15-17
 Volunteers are needed to serve as Bike Parking Zone Coordinator's for this year's Artscape festival from Friday, July 15 through Sunday, July 17. The volunteer coordinator monitors a dedicated area at Artscape for festival-goers who arrive by bikes and need to secure them. Volunteers will show bicyclists how to put bikes in bike racks, maximize the racks' capacity, and keep the bike parking area organized. web.volunteer2.com
Using Data to Drive Community Change - Friday, July 22 The Baltimore Neighborhood Indicators Alliance will host their 2nd annual Data Day conference on July 22nd, where community leaders are invited to learn about how to use data to assist their neighborhood improvement efforts in this series of "how to" interactive workshops. Participants at all skill levels are welcome. This years event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the University of Baltimore Thumel Business Center (11 W. Mount Royal Ave). Register or get more information using the link below.
www.bniajfi.org/baltimore_data_day |
| | UPCOMING EVENTS | | | | Ecofestival @ Roots Fest 2011 June 22-26 - West Baltimore Urban Waters Federal Partnership Friday, June 24 - Middle Branch Park
Harford Co Commission on Disabilities Monday, June 27 - Bel Air MdTA Public Meeting on Toll Increases Monday, June 27 - Havre de Grace | Public Meeting: Route 32 @ Wellworth Wednesday, June 29 - Sykesville
Bike 101 Commuter Workshop
June 30 - Harbor East
Trail Work Day at Gunpowder Falls Saturday, July 16 - Gunpowder Falls St. Park Annapolis Planning Commission Thursday, July 21 - Annapolis |
|  | Monica Haines Benkhedda
Public Involvement Coordinator
410-732-0500 x1047 mhainesbenkhedda@baltometro.org | | |   
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