Roland Avenue Update-DOT Announcement

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To the Roland Park Community:

I’m very pleased to announce DOT Director Michelle Pourciau has decided to delay a decision about Roland Avenue modifications until DOT can conduct further studies. It’s good news that DOT decided not to pursue its preferred Option #1 or proceed with lane reductions without a careful impact analysis.

Director Pourciau listened to the many comments from the community that were made at the June 14th public meeting and subsequently submitted by e-mail during the input period.  She was also very impressed by the results of our recent RPCL poll and the compelling presentation of data as shown at the July 11th Civic League meeting.

Going forward, Director Pourciau will form a study group comprised of herself, Jon Laria, the Chairman of the Mayor’s Bicycle Advisory Commission, myself, and a consultant to be hired with expertise in road design. Director Pourciau will work with this group to develop a revised  proposal and involve the community in the process.

In the meantime, before the end of summer, DOT will restore curbside parking in the 5100 block of Roland Avenue in front of Eddie’s (and looks to do the same in front of the library ), in front of St. David’s Church, and on the southbound side of the 4500 block near The Woman’s Club.

We appreciate Director Pourciau’s willingness to listen and to work with us to resolve the question of the future configuration of Roland Avenue, and commend her for this decision. We also benefitted from the efforts of Councilwoman Sharon Middleton and Council President Jack Young, who advocated on the community’s behalf.

Most importantly, I want to thank you, the residents of Roland Park, for being engaged in this issue. Whether through your attendance and thoughtful questions at our various meetings, or your participation in the recent survey, your comments and concerns have made a difference!

I will continue to update you all as new developments emerge.

Bob

Robert Connors, President
Roland Park Civic League

DOT Press Release July 19, 2018

Roland Park Posters for sale!

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The Roland Park Poster of 1991, also known as The Roland Park Centennial Poster was a big hit back in “the day.” The Roland Park Community Foundation has reprinted this piece by local artist, humorist and author Barbara Dale. Barbara Dale offered to update the original art to give the current Roland Parkers something they could identify with. (Honestly, when was the last time you heard someone waxing poetic over a Morgan Millard’s egg salad on cheese toast?) The posters are for sale at Eddie’s of Roland Park, The Carriage House of Schneider’s (Hardware), and Tuxedo Pharmacy . The 2018 poster will sell for $20 and the 1991, is a limited release will be hand-numbered and autographed by Barbara Dale will sell for $30. The posters will be framed and donated to the Roland Park Library for a permanent display. The Roland Park Community Foundation will also donate a framed copy of the new poster to each of the five schools of Roland Park. (Bryn Mawr, Gilman, Friends, RPCS, and RPEMS).

For more information, check out our Facebook page at https:\\www.facebook.com\RPPosters

RPCF have arranged a deal that allows for the Fleckenstein Gallery and Archival Framing, 3316 Keswick Rd. (410) 366.3669 in Hampden to frame your poster at discounted rates. Pricing begins at $25.

There will be a signing and wine tasting in front of Eddie’s of Roland Park, 5113 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210, on
– Thursday, July 26, 2018, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM and
– Saturday, July 28, 2018, from Noon to 2:00 PM.

The Enoch Pratt Free Library, Roland Park Branch, will hold a reception for Barbara Dale on Thursday, August 2, 2018, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The branch manager is Julie Johnson, (410) 396-6099

For more information please contact Jim Considine at jimconsidine@gmail.com or call (410) 220-8802.

Civic League Annual Meeting Minutes (Draft), 2018

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Roland Park Civic League Annual Meeting Minutes (Draft), 2018

(note: Annual meeting minutes are reviewed and approved at the following year’s annual meeting, and posted once approved.  These minutes have not yet been approved.)

Results of Poll-Roland Avenue Options

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At the July 11th meeting of the Roland Park Civic League Board the following presentation RPCL Poll Results-July, 2018 was shared. Please contact your Plat Rep. with any questions or concerns. Updates will continue to be posted here as further developments occur.