Ongoing Issues

Shaw's Discovery Development

• Update 05/08: Mr.. Sapperstein continues to move forward on this project. Contrary to recent rumors, his project has not been sold, nor is it for sale. Further detailed planning for boat ramp is continuing.

Fort Howard VAC Re-Development (Housing)

• Update 05/08:

  We have been advised that technically, Federal Development, LLC, developer of this project, is in violation of their lease for noncompliance with Baltimore County rules and regulations for such a development, and they have not paid current property taxes and are in default of their lease with the Veterans Administration. We will keep you posted on future developments.

Harbor Team Project at Sparrows Point (Dredging)

• Update 05/08: A harbor team meeting has been scheduled for May 14, 2008.

Hart-Millers Island (Ideas for North Cell Future)

• Update 05/08: DNR is currently preparing for the upcoming boating and camping season at HMI/Pleasure Island State Park. Buoys should be in place to mark the channels that scows will use to unload dredge material.

AES/LNG Project at Sparrows Point (Environment)

• Update 05/08: FERC will be conducting public hearings for the AES Sparrows Point/LNG/Midatlantic pipeline project. But first, FERC will be conducting 3 public hearings, the first of which is Monday, June 9 at 7 pm at the Patapsco High School auditorium. The second hearing will be on Wednesday, June 11 at 7 pm at the Brandywine Fire Hall in Downingtown, PA. The third hearing will be Thursday, June 12 at 7 pm at the Richland ballroom in Edgewood, MD. For anyone concerned with this AES project, now is the time to voice your feelings by attending one of these meetings and stating your support or opposition and the reasons why. For further information or questions, please contact Russell Donnelly, the LNG Operation Team Environmental Coordinator at 410-388-0898.

Mittal Sale of Steel Plant

• Update 05/08: The sale of the Mittal steel plant, formerly the Bethlehem Steel Corp, has been concluded as of May 7, 2008. The new owner is Severstal of Russia, which paid $810 million for the plant. Mittal has now filed suit against Esmark for failure to conclude their purchase of the plant from Mittal, for more than $500 million. This is the difference between what Mittal accepted from Severstal and what Esmark was committed to purchasing it for. We will keep you posted on the details of this suit as it progresses.

North Point Peninsula Master Plan

Waterway Remediation: Environmental Remediation of Old Road Bay, Jones Creek, and North Point Creek.

• Update 01/08: No information available. 

Shoreline Access and Enhancement: North Point State Park Shoreline Access and Enhancement.

• Update 01/08: No information available.  

Fort Howard Veteran's Park: Phragmites Rmoval, Beach Enhancement, and Fishing Pier; Other Components of Park Plan Possible.

• Update 01/08: No information available. 

Vehicle Access Improvements Sparrows Point HS: Proposed Improvements to Include a Drop-Off for Students from North Point Road, as Well as a Traffic Signal at North Point Road and Lodge Farm Road.

• Update 01/08: No information available. 

Todd's Inheritance Shoreline Restoration: Todd's Inheritance is a Four-Acre Historic Site that Played a Pivotal Role in Protecting Baltimore from British Forces in the War of 1812. Work has Been On-Going to Restore the House and Create a Museum on the Site.

• Update 01/08: No information available. 

Battle of North Point Trail: Walking and Bike Paths that Enhance Pedestrian Mobility, Access, and Safety. The Trail May Also Align with Historic Sites and Natural Resources in the Area.

• Update 05/08: The committee continues to meet biweekly to discuss future community outreach opportunities and trail promotional materials. 

Streetscape: Traditional Streetscape Improvements and Upgrades to the Roadway (Storm Drain Systems, Pedestrian Lighting, New Curbs, Gutters, and Sidewalks in Selected Areas) Along North Point Road from Delmar Avenue on the North to Willow Avenue on the South.

• Update 05/08: Summer is approaching and traffic, especially on weekends and holidays, will be increasing. Use extreme caution when crossing streets or walking along the road. We are still hopeful this project, including the proposed pedestrian improvements, will begin soon. 

Sparrow Point Road: Improvements to Sparrows Point Road from Edgemere Elementary to North Point Boulevard. the Project Would Include Building Sidewalks Where None Exist. The Length of Road in Question is Approximately 5,500 Feet.

• Update 01/08: No information available. 

Community Boat Ramp: There is a Need for a Boat Ramp that Could Be Accessible to Boaters in the Area.

• Update 05/08: We have been advised by Bob Barrett, Director of Baltimore County Recs and Parks, that he has received a copy of DEPRM's letter for evaluation of the Oak Road Park site for our boat ramp. He further advises that his staff is reviewing all points of DEPRM's evaluation to determine if this site is feasible. Mr. Barrett, promised an answer in 2 weeks. 

Stormwater Control: Drainage Issues Exist Throughout the Peninsula. Some of the Drainage Problems May Have Worsened by Damage Done by Hurrican Isabel in 2003.

• Update 01/08: No information available. 

Baylight Avenue Sports Court: Creation of a New Sports Court in the Millers Island Area.

• Update 05/08: Post and cable fencing has been installed, but trees still need to be planted. Baltimore County Recs and Parks has been advised of the situation relative to trees and promised action prior to contractor work finalization and final payment.   

Chesapeake Avenue Drainage: Improvement to Drainage Along Residential Street.

• Update 04/08:  A meeting for residents of this road has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at 7 pm at Edgemere Elementary School Library to review Baltimore County's latest proposal. 

Community Playground in Downtown Edgemere: Need for Additional Playgrounds in Community.

• Update 05/08: No new developments at this time. 

Community Information Sign: Need for Central Area to Post Information About Events and Meetings in the Community.

• Update 01/08: No information available. 

Haul Road: Potential to Open Road for Vehicular Access.

• Update 01/08: No information available. 

Fort Howard Dike: Potential Location for Boat Ramp or Legal Use Area for ATV's. To Be Explored.

• Update 01/08: No information available. 

Karll Trust Property: Potential Park Site (Behind Food Lion)

• Update 05/08: The Council will have exciting news relative to this property at the next NPC meeting on June 5, 2008. Bring a friend and come to listen and participate.

Fort Howard Park: Phragmites Removal, Beach Enhancements, and Fishing Pier; Other Components of Park Plan Possible.

• Update 01/08: No information available. 

Traffic Study: The Community is Interested in Obtaining an Updated, More In-Depth Traffic Study of the North Point Peninsula.

• Update 01/08: No information available.