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MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  2-604 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 2 - Department of Transportation|Subtitle 6 - Bicycle and Pedestrian Access|Section 2-604 - Bicycle-Pedestrian Master Plan

    (a)    The Director shall develop and coordinate policies and plans for the provision, preservation, improvement, and expansion of access to transportation facilities in the State for pedestrians and bicycle riders, including development of a Statewide 20–Year Bicycle–Pedestrian Master Plan that:        (1)    (i)    Identifies short–term and long–range goals that are consistent with the purposes of this subtitle; and            (ii)    For each identified goal, includes:                1.    Reasonable cost estimates for achieving the goal; and                2.    For purposes of the annual report required under § 3–216 of this article, objective performance criteria against which progress in achieving the goal can be measured;        (2)    Complies with applicable federal funding requirements;        (3)    Provides a model to guide political subdivisions of the State in enhancing bicycle and pedestrian access to transportation facilities;        (4)    Proposes long–term strategies for improving the State’s highways to ensure compliance with the most advanced safety standards for pedestrians and bicycle riders; and        (5)    After consultation with political subdivisions in the State, identifies bicycle–pedestrian priority areas to facilitate the targeting of available funds to those areas of the State most in need.    (b)    The Statewide 20–Year Bicycle–Pedestrian Master Plan shall be reviewed and updated each year that the Maryland Transportation Plan, as described in § 2–103.1 of this title, is revised.    (c)    To carry out the purposes of this subtitle, the Director shall:        (1)    Participate in the planning of new transportation facilities and improvements to existing transportation facilities;        (2)    Advise the Secretary on matters concerning bicycle and pedestrian access and any other matter as requested by the Secretary;        (3)    Initiate a program of systematic identification of and planning for projects related to bicycle and pedestrian transportation that qualify for funds under Federal Highway Administration guidelines;        (4)    Monitor State transportation plans, proposals, facilities, and services to ensure maximum benefits for pedestrians and bicycle riders in the State; and        (5)    Consult regularly with the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee established under § 2–606 of this subtitle.    (d)    The exercise of the powers and duties of the Director is subject to the authority of the Secretary.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  2-605 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 2 - Department of Transportation|Subtitle 6 - Bicycle and Pedestrian Access|Section 2-605 - Powers of Department

    Subject to the limitations imposed by this subtitle, the Department, in consultation with the Director, may exercise all powers reasonably necessary to achieve the purposes of this subtitle, including the authority to:         (1)    Adopt regulations to implement the provisions of this subtitle;        (2)    Apply for and receive grants, gifts, payments, loans, advances, appropriations, property, and services from the federal government, the State, any of their agencies or political subdivisions, or any other public or private person; and        (3)    Enter into agreements and contract for:            (i)    Any studies, plans, demonstrations, or projects;            (ii)    Planning, engineering, and technical services; and            (iii)    Any purpose necessary for or incidental to the performance of its duties and the exercise of its powers under this subtitle.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  2-606 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 2 - Department of Transportation|Subtitle 6 - Bicycle and Pedestrian Access|Section 2-606 - Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

    (a)    The Governor shall appoint a Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee to provide guidance to State agencies concerning:        (1)    Funding of bicycle and pedestrian related programs;        (2)    Public education and awareness of bicycling and pedestrian related activities;        (3)    Public education and awareness of bicycling and pedestrian safety; and        (4)    Any other issue directly related to bicycling and pedestrians.    (b)    The Committee shall consist of the following:        (1)    One representative each from:            (i)    The Department of Transportation;            (ii)    The Department of Natural Resources;            (iii)    The State Department of Education;            (iv)    The Department of State Police;            (v)    The Department of Commerce;            (vi)    The Maryland Department of Health;            (vii)    The Department of Planning;            (viii)    The Department of Disabilities; and            (ix)    The Maryland–National Capital Park and Planning Commission;        (2)    One citizen member from each of the following areas:            (i)    The Eastern Shore;            (ii)    Western Maryland; and            (iii)    Southern Maryland;        (3)    Two citizen members from each of the following areas:            (i)    The Baltimore metropolitan area; and            (ii)    The Washington metropolitan area; and        (4)    Up to six citizen members selected to represent the interests of bicyclists, pedestrians, and the disabled community to include:            (i)    A representative of individuals who are visually impaired; and            (ii)    A representative of individuals who are mobility impaired.    (c)    One of the citizen members selected under subsection (b) of this section shall have an expertise in bicycle and pedestrian safety.    (d)    The total membership of the Committee may not exceed 22 members.    (e)    The Governor shall select a chairman from among the citizen members.    (f)    (1)    The term of a member is 4 years.        (2)    The terms of members are staggered as required by the terms provided for members of the Committee on October 1, 2001.        (3)    At the end of a term, a member continues to serve until a successor is appointed and qualifies.        (4)    A member who is appointed after a term has begun serves only for the rest of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.    (g)    The Committee may adopt procedures necessary to ensure the orderly transaction of business.    (h)    The Committee shall hold regular meetings as it deems appropriate.    (i)    A member of the Committee may not receive compensation but shall be reimbursed for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided for in the State budget.    (j)    The Department shall provide staff, administrative support, and operating expenses for the Committee as provided in the State budget.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  2-607 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 2 - Department of Transportation|Subtitle 6 - Bicycle and Pedestrian Access|Section 2-607 - Pedestrian Safety Program

    (a)    In this section, “Program” means the Maryland Pedestrian Safety Program.    (b)    There is a Pedestrian Safety Program within the Department.    (c)    The Program is funded by:        (1)    The Highway Safety Operating Program of the State Highway Administration; and        (2)    Any other moneys accepted for the benefit of the Program from any governmental or private source.    (d)    (1)    The Secretary shall award grants under the Program to counties, municipalities, and nonprofit organizations to carry out the provisions of this section.        (2)    When awarding grants under the Program, the Secretary shall consider any matching fund an applicant proposes to provide.    (e)    Counties, municipalities, and nonprofit organizations may apply for grants under the Program for the following purposes:        (1)    To educate automobile drivers and pedestrians about methods to increase pedestrian safety;        (2)    To enhance efforts to enforce State and local motor vehicle laws that protect the safety of pedestrians;        (3)    To design or redesign intersections to increase pedestrian safety and access; and        (4)    To enhance safe pedestrian access to transit facilities as defined in § 3-101 of this article.    (f)    The Secretary shall establish procedures for counties, municipalities, and nonprofit organizations to apply for grants under the Program.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  2-608 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 2 - Department of Transportation|Subtitle 6 - Bicycle and Pedestrian Access|Section 2-608 - Kim Lamphier Bikeways Network Program -- Purpose

    (a)    In this section, “Program” means the Kim Lamphier Bikeways Network Program.    (b)    There is a Kim Lamphier Bikeways Network Program in the Department.    (c)    The purpose of the Program is to provide grant support for bicycle network development activities.    (d)    The Department shall establish application and eligibility criteria for the Program.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  2-701 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 2 - Department of Transportation|Subtitle 7 - Sustainable Communities|Section 2-701 - Legislative Findings

    (a)    The General Assembly finds that the State must have sustainable communities in order to:        (1)    Preserve and protect the State’s natural resources; and        (2)    Achieve the State’s economic growth, resource protection, and planning policy in § 5–7A–01 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.    (b)    The General Assembly finds that sustainable communities are places where public and private investments and partnerships achieve:        (1)    Development of a healthy local economy;        (2)    Protection and appreciation of historic and cultural resources;        (3)    A mix of land uses;        (4)    Affordable and sustainable housing and job options; and        (5)    Growth and development practices that protect the environment and conserve air, water, and energy resources, encourage walkability and recreational opportunities, and, where available, create access to transit.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  2-702 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 2 - Department of Transportation|Subtitle 7 - Sustainable Communities|Section 2-702 - Legislative Intent

    It is the intent of the General Assembly that the Department shall:        (1)    Consider sustainable communities as it considers annual revisions under the Consolidated Transportation Program in § 2–103.1(b) through (f) of this title; and        (2)    Twice a year consult with the Smart Growth Subcabinet established under § 9–1406 of the State Government Article on how the Department may work cooperatively to make mutual investments towards creating and supporting sustainable communities across the State.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  2-703 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 2 - Department of Transportation|Subtitle 7 - Sustainable Communities|Section 2-703 - Powers of Department

    Subject to the limitations imposed by this subtitle, the Department may exercise all powers reasonably necessary to achieve the purposes of this subtitle, including the authority to:        (1)    Adopt regulations to implement the provisions of this subtitle;        (2)    Apply for and receive grants, gifts, payments, loans, advances, appropriations, property, and services from the federal government and the State, any of the agencies or political subdivisions of the federal government and the State, or other public or private person; and        (3)    Enter into agreements and contract for:            (i)    Any studies, plans, demonstrations, or projects;            (ii)    Planning, engineering, and technical services; or            (iii)    Any purpose necessary for or incidental to the performance of its duties and the exercise of its powers under this subtitle.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  2-801 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 2 - Department of Transportation|Subtitle 8 - Miscellaneous Grants|Section 2-801 - Operation of Pride of Baltimore Ii [Subtitle Subject to Abrogation]

    // EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2023 PER CHAPTER 854 OF 2018 //    (a)    For fiscal years 2020 through 2023, the Governor shall include in the annual State budget an appropriation of $500,000 from the Transportation Trust Fund for the operation of the replica sailing vessel known as the Pride of Baltimore II.    (b)    On or before December 1, 2019, and on or before December 1 each year thereafter, any person or entity receiving funds under this section shall submit a report to the Department and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee and the House Appropriations Committee that includes:        (1)    An accounting of how the funds were expended, supported by properly executed records, receipts, vouchers, invoices, and contracts that evidence the nature of the expenditures;        (2)    An itinerary and any other information that demonstrates that the Pride of Baltimore II was operated solely for the purposes of promoting historical maritime education, fostering economic development and tourism, and representing the citizens of Maryland in every port visited; and        (3)    A strategic business plan that includes:            (i)    A goal to decrease or eliminate the need for State funds;            (ii)    An annual operating budget and plan; and            (iii)    To the extent practicable, the itinerary of the Pride of Baltimore II.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  3-102 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 3 - Financing by Department|Subtitle 1 - Definitions; General Provisions|Section 3-102 - Continuation and Change of Resolution, Rules, Forms, Orders, and Directives; Certain References to Maryland Port Authority or State Roads Commission

    As to bonds of prior issues:         (1)    Every resolution, rule, regulation, form, order, and directive adopted by or relating to the former Maryland Port Authority or adopted by or relating to the State Roads Commission remains in effect until changed by the Department; and        (2)    Every reference in this Code, any other law, ordinance, resolution, rule, regulation, order, directive, legal action, contract, or any other document to the Maryland Port Authority or the State Roads Commission means the Department.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  3-201 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 3 - Financing by Department|Subtitle 2 - Consolidated Transportation Bonds|Section 3-201 - General Power to Borrow Money and Issue Evidences of Obligation

    By one or more resolutions of the Secretary, the Department may:         (1)    Finance the cost of transportation facilities;        (2)    Borrow money from time to time for that purpose; and        (3)    Evidence the borrowing by the issuance and sale of bonds, notes, or other evidences of obligation on the terms, conditions, and limitations contained in this subtitle.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  3-202 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 3 - Financing by Department|Subtitle 2 - Consolidated Transportation Bonds|Section 3-202 - Power to Issue Bonds

    (a)    The Department from time to time may issue its bonds on behalf of this State to finance the cost of any one or more or combination of transportation facilities.    (b)    The bonds shall be known as “consolidated transportation bonds” and may be issued in any amount as long as the aggregate outstanding and unpaid principal balance of these bonds and bonds of prior issues does not exceed at any one time the sum of $4.5 billion.    (c)    The preferred method of issuance of the Department’s consolidated transportation bonds is by a public, competitive sale.    (d)    The Department may issue its consolidated transportation bonds at a private, negotiated sale provided that:        (1)    The Secretary determines that extraordinary credit market conditions exist that warrant the use of this method rather than a public, competitive sale; and        (2)    The Secretary determines that the terms and conditions, including price, interest rates, and payment dates, that can be achieved by a private negotiated sale are more advantageous to the State.    (e)    The maximum outstanding and unpaid principal balance of consolidated transportation bonds and bonds of prior issues as of June 30 for the next fiscal year:        (1)    Shall be established each year by the General Assembly in the State budget; and        (2)    May not exceed the limit established in subsection (b) of this section.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  3-203 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 3 - Financing by Department|Subtitle 2 - Consolidated Transportation Bonds|Section 3-203 - Procedure to Issue; Contents of Resolution; Postponement of Time for Receipt of Proposals

    (a)    The resolution authorizing the issuance of consolidated transportation bonds shall:        (1)    Describe generally the transportation facilities the cost of which is proposed to be financed by the sale of bonds;        (2)    State the estimated cost of financing these facilities; and        (3)    Determine and specify:            (i)    The date or dates of issue;            (ii)    The date or dates and amount or amounts of maturities, which need not be in equal principal amounts or consecutive annual installments;            (iii)    The rate or rates of interest payable on the bonds, or the manner of determining the rate or rates of interest, and the date or dates of payment of interest;            (iv)    The tenor, form or forms, denomination or denominations, manner of execution, and place or places of payment of the principal of and interest on the bonds, which may be at any bank or trust company within or without this State;            (v)    Whether the bonds are to be issued in coupon or registered form or both and whether provision is to be made for the registration of the principal only of coupon bonds, for the reconversion of fully registered bonds into coupon form, and for the replacement of bonds that are mutilated, lost, or destroyed;            (vi)    Whether the bonds are to be sold at a public, competitive sale or a private, negotiated sale, as determined by the Secretary;            (vii)    If the bonds are to be sold at a public sale, the form of notice of sale, which shall outline the terms and conditions of the sale;            (viii)    The form of advertisement, which shall be published at least once in a journal having a circulation among banks and investment bankers, the publication of which shall be made not less than 10 days before the sale of bonds;            (ix)    Whether all or any part of the bonds are redeemable before maturity and, if so, the terms, conditions, and prices of redemption; and            (x)    Any other matter relating to the form, terms, conditions, issuance, sale, and delivery of the bonds.    (b)    (1)    The resolution may provide that the Secretary may postpone the time for receipt of proposals for the bonds without republishing the form of advertisement for the bonds.        (2)    (i)    The Secretary shall provide notice of the new date and time of sale not less than 24 hours prior to the time proposals are to be submitted, which date may not be more than 30 days after the originally scheduled date of sale.            (ii)    The notice may be given by Munifacts News Service or a similar service or such other method as the Secretary deems appropriate.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  3-204 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 3 - Financing by Department|Subtitle 2 - Consolidated Transportation Bonds|Section 3-204 - Execution of Bonds

    (a)    (1)    Consolidated transportation bonds shall be executed on behalf of the Department by the manual or facsimile signature of the Secretary.        (2)    Other signatures on the bonds may be either manual or facsimile.    (b)    If an individual whose manual or facsimile signature appears on any consolidated transportation bond or coupon ceases to serve in an authorized capacity before the delivery of the bond, the signature nevertheless is as valid and sufficient for all purposes as if the individual had remained in that capacity until delivery of the bond.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  3-205 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 3 - Financing by Department|Subtitle 2 - Consolidated Transportation Bonds|Section 3-205 - Bonds and Other Evidences of Obligation Are Investment Securities

    Notwithstanding any other provision of law or any recitals in the instruments, the bonds, notes, and other evidences of obligation issued under this subtitle are investment securities under the laws of this State.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  3-206 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 3 - Financing by Department|Subtitle 2 - Consolidated Transportation Bonds|Section 3-206 - Exemption From 8-206 and 8-208 of State Finance and Procurement Article

    The bonds, notes, and other evidences of obligation issued under this subtitle and their issuance and sale are exempt from the provisions of §§ 8-206 and 8-208 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  3-207 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 3 - Financing by Department|Subtitle 2 - Consolidated Transportation Bonds|Section 3-207 - Approval by Board of Public Works

    Each issue of consolidated transportation bonds shall be approved before sale by resolution of the Board of Public Works.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  3-208 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 3 - Financing by Department|Subtitle 2 - Consolidated Transportation Bonds|Section 3-208 - Refunding Bonds

    (a)    The Department from time to time may issue its refunding bonds for refunding any consolidated transportation bonds or bonds of prior issues.    (b)    The powers granted and limitations imposed in this subtitle as to the issuance of consolidated transportation bonds also apply to the issuance of refunding bonds.    (c)    The State Treasurer shall segregate and set apart the proceeds of the sale of any refunding bonds in a separate trust fund to be used only to pay the purchase or redemption prices of the bonds to be refunded.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  3-209 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 3 - Financing by Department|Subtitle 2 - Consolidated Transportation Bonds|Section 3-209 - Interim Certificates and Temporary Bonds

    Before the preparation of definitive bonds, the Department may issue its interim certificates or temporary bonds, with or without coupons, exchangeable for definitive bonds when the definitive bonds have been executed and are available for delivery.
MD. Transportation Code Ann. §  3-210 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Transportation|Title 3 - Financing by Department|Subtitle 2 - Consolidated Transportation Bonds|Section 3-210 - Bond Anticipation Notes

    (a)    The Department may issue its bond anticipation notes, payable to the bearer or registered holder of the notes out of the first proceeds of the next sale of consolidated transportation bonds.    (b)    The resolution authorizing the issuance of bond anticipation notes may provide for the issuance of these notes in series, as funds are required, and for the renewal of these notes at maturity, with or without resale.    (c)    The issuance of bond anticipation notes, the details of their issuance, the rights of their holders, and the rights, duties, and obligations of the Department with respect to them are governed by the provisions of this subtitle relating to the issuance of the bonds in anticipation of the sale of which the notes are issued, insofar as those provisions may be applicable.