What’s New at MDOT
MDOT Insider is back with the latest updates on transportation projects and initiatives across Maryland!
MDTA Police Chief Col. Joseph F. Scott Retires Following 25 Years of Faithful Service
After 26 years of faithful service to Marylanders and the MDTA Police, Colonel Joseph F. Scott has retired as chief of the MDTA Police. Colonel Scott led a remarkable and trailblazing career, focused on service and community at every rank. Congratulations Colonel!...
SHA project with South Baltimore Gateway Partnership benefits recreation, environmental protection
A new multimillion-dollar collaboration between the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) and the South Baltimore Gateway Partnership will support expanded development and climate resilience in a critical section of the Baltimore...
Shaping the Future of Transportation: A 2024 MDOT Fellow Reflects on Public Service
The 2026 class of Maryland Department of Transportation Fellows begins their journey with us this...
How the MVA is Expanding Access to Government Services for Veterans and Military Families
The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) continues to deliver premier customer service and...
Just Like That: Maryland Publishes State’s First Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Plan
The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) published the state’s first Zero Emissions...
Keeping Maryland Rolling: The Importance of Transit Employee Appreciation
Transit Employee Appreciation Week is for all transit workers, as a celebration of their commitment to our riders’ well-being, because behind every satisfactory ride, reimagined route map and finely tuned schedule is a team of individuals dedicated to service to their community.
The People of MDOT: Meet Lorian Lipton, a teacher of state contract management
Welcome to the People of MDOT. In this series, we’ll profile key figures within the Department who work behind the scenes and make an indelible imprint in Maryland. Our goal is to spotlight individuals, discover their passion and inspiration and learn about the many...
Stronger Together: How Maryland’s Partnerships Are Helping Advance Development Projects Near Transit Stations
Maryland’s progress in Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) isn’t just about rails and roads — it’s about relationships. By coordinating across state, county and regional lines, we can turn shared goals into vibrant communities that align infrastructure, housing and...
How MDOT Archaeologists Preserve Tales from Harriet Tubman’s Community
MDOT archaeologists share the stories of Harriet Tubman’s family, friends and community members through a new oral-history initiative. Focused on the historic Malone’s Church community, which is just over a mile from Tubman’s birthplace, archaeologist recorded the stories of living descendants in Dorchester County.
Q&A: MD 650 Pedestrian Safety Action Plan
Pedestrian safety remains a critical focus for the Maryland Department of Transportation as the state. One of the most significant steps in that effort is the Pedestrian Safety Action Plan (PSAP), a data-driven initiative designed to identify and redesign corridors with the highest risk for pedestrian crashes across the state. We spoke with Kandese Holford, Director of Transportation and Mobility at MDOT, to learn more about these projects.