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What is this project about?
DOT is making it safer and easier to walk along Frederick Avenue. We will rebuild sidewalks and ramps that are broken or that do not meet ADA standards. ADA standards provide guidelines so that people with limited mobility, vision, and hearing can be accommodated and are able to use the facilities.
Where is the work taking place?
The work runs along Frederick Avenue. It starts at Brunswick Street on the west end and goes to S Smallwood Street on the east end. This is in City Council District 9.
What will the work entail?
We will build new sidewalks, ramps, and crosswalks on both sides of the road. This street has homes, shops, and bus stops, so safe sidewalks matter to a lot of people.
We will also update the traffic signals. The old signals hang from wires. The new ones will sit on strong metal poles called mast arms.
Other work may include new tree pits and new curb and gutter next to the sidewalk.
Why is the work needed?
Many sidewalks and ramps here are worn out or too old to meet today's rules. Fixing them helps everyone get around safely, no matter how they travel. We want you safe.
Frederick ADA Public Meeting 7/15/2026
What is this project about?
DOT is making it safer and easier to walk along Frederick Avenue. We will rebuild sidewalks and ramps that are broken or that do not meet ADA standards. ADA standards provide guidelines so that people with limited mobility, vision, and hearing can be accommodated and are able to use the facilities.
Where is the work taking place?
The work runs along Frederick Avenue. It starts at Brunswick Street on the west end and goes to S Smallwood Street on the east end. This is in City Council District 9.
What will the work entail?
We will build new sidewalks, ramps, and crosswalks on both sides of the road. This street has homes, shops, and bus stops, so safe sidewalks matter to a lot of people.
We will also update the traffic signals. The old signals hang from wires. The new ones will sit on strong metal poles called mast arms.
Other work may include new tree pits and new curb and gutter next to the sidewalk.
Why is the work needed?
Many sidewalks and ramps here are worn out or too old to meet today's rules. Fixing them helps everyone get around safely, no matter how they travel. We want you safe.
Share I once witnessed a westbound vehicle drive into the middle sidewalk that forms the Frederick/Pratt junction and hop the curb, there would have been a fatality if a person were standing there. Westbound Frederick cars drive fast and because of the slight curve right that occurs with the downhill slope as the two roads meet, it's understandable how that error would occur. I hope the refiguring of that sidewalk space slows down vehicle speeds in that left W bound lane. on FacebookShare I once witnessed a westbound vehicle drive into the middle sidewalk that forms the Frederick/Pratt junction and hop the curb, there would have been a fatality if a person were standing there. Westbound Frederick cars drive fast and because of the slight curve right that occurs with the downhill slope as the two roads meet, it's understandable how that error would occur. I hope the refiguring of that sidewalk space slows down vehicle speeds in that left W bound lane. on X (formerly Twitter)Share I once witnessed a westbound vehicle drive into the middle sidewalk that forms the Frederick/Pratt junction and hop the curb, there would have been a fatality if a person were standing there. Westbound Frederick cars drive fast and because of the slight curve right that occurs with the downhill slope as the two roads meet, it's understandable how that error would occur. I hope the refiguring of that sidewalk space slows down vehicle speeds in that left W bound lane. on LinkedinEmail I once witnessed a westbound vehicle drive into the middle sidewalk that forms the Frederick/Pratt junction and hop the curb, there would have been a fatality if a person were standing there. Westbound Frederick cars drive fast and because of the slight curve right that occurs with the downhill slope as the two roads meet, it's understandable how that error would occur. I hope the refiguring of that sidewalk space slows down vehicle speeds in that left W bound lane. link
I once witnessed a westbound vehicle drive into the middle sidewalk that forms the Frederick/Pratt junction and hop the curb, there would have been a fatality if a person were standing there. Westbound Frederick cars drive fast and because of the slight curve right that occurs with the downhill slope as the two roads meet, it's understandable how that error would occur. I hope the refiguring of that sidewalk space slows down vehicle speeds in that left W bound lane.
JoniH
asked
15 days ago
We will be looking into improving this challenge in the design of this project. Thank you!
Share I would love for these efforts to tie in nicely with the developments associated with "Toward Zero Deaths Quck Build Projects" (https://streetsofbaltimore.com/towardzeroquickbuild)
I'd love to see fully separated bike lanes connecting this section of Frederick Ave with downtown that work in tandem with ADA accessible pedestrian access. on FacebookShare I would love for these efforts to tie in nicely with the developments associated with "Toward Zero Deaths Quck Build Projects" (https://streetsofbaltimore.com/towardzeroquickbuild)
I'd love to see fully separated bike lanes connecting this section of Frederick Ave with downtown that work in tandem with ADA accessible pedestrian access. on X (formerly Twitter)Share I would love for these efforts to tie in nicely with the developments associated with "Toward Zero Deaths Quck Build Projects" (https://streetsofbaltimore.com/towardzeroquickbuild)
I'd love to see fully separated bike lanes connecting this section of Frederick Ave with downtown that work in tandem with ADA accessible pedestrian access. on LinkedinEmail I would love for these efforts to tie in nicely with the developments associated with "Toward Zero Deaths Quck Build Projects" (https://streetsofbaltimore.com/towardzeroquickbuild)
I'd love to see fully separated bike lanes connecting this section of Frederick Ave with downtown that work in tandem with ADA accessible pedestrian access. link
I would love for these efforts to tie in nicely with the developments associated with "Toward Zero Deaths Quck Build Projects" (https://streetsofbaltimore.com/towardzeroquickbuild)
I'd love to see fully separated bike lanes connecting this section of Frederick Ave with downtown that work in tandem with ADA accessible pedestrian access.
LocalR
asked
25 days ago
We are focusing on the ADA portion for this project and there is a new resurfacing project afterwards that will take a look at all alternatives including bike lanes!
Share Please add some curb extensions while you’re doing this work. The lanes are too wide so cars speed. New crosswalks will be nice but won’t slow the cars down. on FacebookShare Please add some curb extensions while you’re doing this work. The lanes are too wide so cars speed. New crosswalks will be nice but won’t slow the cars down. on X (formerly Twitter)Share Please add some curb extensions while you’re doing this work. The lanes are too wide so cars speed. New crosswalks will be nice but won’t slow the cars down. on LinkedinEmail Please add some curb extensions while you’re doing this work. The lanes are too wide so cars speed. New crosswalks will be nice but won’t slow the cars down. link
Please add some curb extensions while you’re doing this work. The lanes are too wide so cars speed. New crosswalks will be nice but won’t slow the cars down.
Imjustheresoidontgetdoored
asked
about 1 month ago
This will be considered in the design plans. Thank you for your comment.
Frederick Ave ADA Improvements has finished this stage
March 2026
Complete Site Surveys
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March - June 2026.
Public Listening Session
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July 15th - Bon Secours Community Resource Center - 31 S Payston St - 6pm- 7:30pm.
Submit 30% Plans
this is an upcoming stage for Frederick Ave ADA Improvements
Spring 2027
Final report
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