Join DPW in January to Learn More and Share Your Input!

The Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) will host and participate in several community meetings this month to discuss proposed water rate changes. These meetings offer residents an opportunity to engage directly with DPW Director Khalil Zaied and staff, gain a deeper understanding of the proposed changes, and share their input. DPW is committed to fostering transparency and collaboration with the community. “We want to ensure that residents are fully informed and feel supported throughout this process,” said DPW Director Khalil Zaied. “Your input is invaluable as we work to maintain the sustainability of our water, wastewater, and stormwater systems for future generations.”

During these meetings, residents will have the opportunity to:

• Learn about the proposed rate changes.
• Ask questions directly to DPW representatives.
• Explore available assistance programs.

Upcoming Community Meetings:

• Date: January 9 (In Person and Virtual)
• Location: Northwest Police District 5271 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore, Md., 21215  
• Time: 7:00 PM 
• Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82370023645
• Meeting ID: 823 7002 3645 Passcode: 909834   

• Date: January 11 (Virtual)
• Location: Northeast Community Organizations 
• Time: 10:00 AM  
• Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81916187665

• Date: January 15  (In Person)
• Location: War Memorial 101 N Gay St., Baltimore, Md. 21202 Lower Level
• Time: 6:00 PM

• Date: January 21 (In Person) 
• Location: Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, Md. 21224
• Time: 6:00 PM

• Date: January 28 (In Person and Virtual)
• Location: Southwest  424 Font Hill Avenue, Baltimore, Md. 21223 
• Time: 7:00 PM
• Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/95231599000
• Meeting ID: 952 3159 9000 Passcode: 634451

During the meetings, DPW representatives will provide an overview of the proposed rate increases, highlighting the critical infrastructure upgrades and enhanced service reliability they will support. They will also share information about assistance programs designed to help residents manage any potential cost impacts.

Residents are encouraged to attend and bring questions or concerns about the proposed changes. Residents who are not able to attend in person can still share their comments through an online form.

For more information on the proposed rate adjustments and community meetings, please visit the DPW website.

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