Five Projects to Improve Accessibility, Connectivity and Usability The Board of Public Works (BPW)today unanimously approved a Maryland Department of Natural Resources item that allocates $3,875,000 to Baltimore City for the construction, development and enhancement of five recreation projects. Funding will be provided through Program Open Space Local as well as Baltimore City Direct grants […]
BPW Approves Expansion of Two State Parks
Acres Added to Merkle Natural Resources Management Area and New Germany State Park The Board of Public Works (BPW) today approved two Maryland Department of Natural Resources items that seek to expand two existing state parks, one in Southern Maryland and the other in Western Maryland. Program Open Space funds will go toward the purchase […]
New Wildlife Management Area Approved by BPW
Upper Eastern Shore Location to Provide Environmental and Recreational Benefits The Board of Public Works (BPW) today unanimously approved the Maryland Department of Natural Resources acquisition of 1,172 acres in Queen Anne’s County for the development of a new Wildlife Management Area that will provide conservation, habitat and recreation benefits, including birding, hiking, hunting and […]
Six Coastal Resiliency Projects Approved by BPW
$380,000 to Design Restoration Projects in Four Jurisdictions The Board of Public Works(BPW) today approved funding for six Coastal Resiliency Grant Program projects, selected through a competitive solicitation, to help Maryland’s communities enhance their resiliency to the effects of climate change, erosion, flooding and extreme weather. In year two of the program, the Maryland Department […]
New Funding for Seafood Marketing Program Approved
$375,000 Allocated by Hogan Administration Will Help Offset Losses Caused by Labor Shortage The Board of Public Works today unanimously approved a Hogan administration initiative to provide $375,000 from the state’s contingent fund to the Maryland Department of Agriculture’s seafood marketing program. This funding will assist with marketing Maryland blue crabs to help businesses recover […]
Baltimore City Awarded $380,000 for Stormwater Projects
Funding for Bioretention Areas, Pervious Surface and Tree Plantings The Board of Public Works unanimously approved a Maryland Department of Natural Resources item that grants $380,000 in general obligation bond proceeds to Baltimore City for the installation of stormwater management facilities. “Working with local communities and partners, the department identifies and prioritizes projects aimed at […]
BPW Approves Expansion of Pocomoke State Forest
Program Open Space Acquisition Benefits Environment and Outdoor Recreation The Board of Public Works today unanimously voted to approve the Maryland Department of Natural Resources acquisition of 224.5 acres in Worcester County as an addition to Pocomoke State Forest. The site provides both exceptional ecological benefits as well as recreational opportunities, especially for hikers — […]
Gov Hogan Announces Completion of State Center Study
Governor Reaffirms Commitment to State Center Redevelopment, Study Concludes Strong Potential for Retail, Housing, Grocery Store, Schools, and Office Space Governor Larry Hogan today announced the completion of the Baltimore State Center Site Alternative Land Use Study conducted by the Maryland Stadium Authority (MSA). State Center is a government complex in Midtown Baltimore that has […]
BPW Approves Expansion of Chesapeake Forest Lands
Program Open Space Acquisition Supports Economy, Environment and Recreation Chesapeake Forest Lands will increase by 1,664 acres following Board of Public Works (BPW) approval today of a Maryland Department of Natural Resources conservation acquisition in Somerset County. The adjoining and contiguous parcel will be integrated into the Chesapeake Forest Lands sustainable forestry management plan and […]
Board of Public Works Approves Southern Pines II
On Wednesday, November 2, 2016, the Maryland Board of Public Works approved financing for the Southern Pines II housing project, located in Lusby, MD. The project will provide 66 multi-family units (56 one bedroom and 11 two bedroom) for low income senior and disabled individuals in Southern Calvert County. Southern Pines II will be built […]