Maryland Transportation Officials Visit Cecil County
ELKTON — Officials from Cecil County government, representatives from most of the county’s eight towns, and members of the Cecil County delegation to Annapolis met Wednesday with Maryland Department of Transportation representatives.
Cecil County Fairgrounds Pedestrian Bridge Proposal
Cecil County Council President Al Miller, pictured with Cecil County Administrator Dan Schneckenburger and Cecil County Executive Adam Streight, advocated for a pedestrian bridge under Route 273 to benefit visitors to the Cecil County Fairgrounds and the MD Five Star.
Town Representatives Present Their Cases
- North East: Assistant Town Administrator Grant Handley, Mayor Kelly Benson, and Town Administrator Melissa Cook-McKenzie showcased a united front before the Maryland Department of Transportation officials.
- Perryville: Mayor Michelle Linkey discussed the SHA-led sidewalk project along Route 222, connecting Perryville High School to US Route 40.
- Port Deposit: Town Administrator Vicky Rinkerman highlighted the town’s challenges caused by its location between a steep cliff, a railroad, and a river.
- Charlestown: Commissioner President Renee Capano spoke about the need for pedestrian crosswalks in town, accompanied by Town Administrator Ken Hamilton.
Transportation Concerns and Service Expansion
Elkton Planning Director Jeanne Minner requested updates on plans to expand commuter rail service to Elkton. Chesapeake City Mayor Rich Taylor and City Manager Robert Bernstine also voiced their concerns directly to Maryland Transportation officials.
Cecil County Council President Al Miller urged for a pedestrian bridge under Route 273 for the Fairgrounds and MD Five Star.
Perryville Mayor Michelle Linkey highlighted a sidewalk addition project along Route 222 from the high school to US Route 40.
Charlestown Commissioner Renee Capano expressed the need for pedestrian crosswalks in her town.
Author’s summary: Cecil County and its towns actively engaged Maryland transportation officials to discuss pedestrian safety improvements, infrastructure challenges, and public transit expansion plans.