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Transportation & Transit: Real Progress, Clear Priorities

Since joining the Frederick County Council in 2022, I’ve made transportation a top priority because safe, efficient travel affects every resident, every day.

One of our biggest accomplishments is securing state funding and advancing design work to widen U.S. Route 15. This critical project has long been overdue, and thanks to strong advocacy, it is now moving forward with $160+ million in construction funding, design nearing 65%, and construction expected by 2028.

But Route 15 is just one piece of the puzzle.

✅ We’ve kept county road improvements moving forward despite inflation and growth.
✅ We’ve supported public transit expansion, including improved bus routes and service coverage especially for seniors, low-income residents, and job access.
✅ We’ve advocated for more flexible and expanded MARC service, including weekend trains.
✅ And we’ve done it all while maintaining our AAA bond rating, keeping borrowing costs low and investments responsible.

As we continue to grow, I’m committed to:

  • Reducing congestion on key corridors and intersections
  • Expanding transit options for those who don’t drive
  • Attracting more local employers so fewer residents need to commute down I-270
  • Collaborating with state and federal partners to bring our tax dollars back home

Better transportation means better quality of life and I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished so far. There’s more work to do, and I’m ready to keep moving Frederick County forward.

Transportation & Transit: Real Progress, Clear Priorities

Since joining the Frederick County Council in 2022, I’ve prioritized transportation for safe, efficient travel.

Key Accomplishments:

  • Secured $160+ million in state funding for U.S. Route 15 widening, with design at 65% and construction expected by 2028.
  • Continued county road improvements despite inflation and growth.
  • Supported public transit expansion, improving bus routes and service for seniors, low-income residents, and job access.
  • Advocated for more flexible and expanded MARC service, including weekend trains.
  • Maintained AAA bond rating, keeping borrowing costs low and investments responsible.

Future Commitments:

  • Reduce congestion on key corridors and intersections.
  • Expand transit options for non-drivers.
  • Attract more local employers to reduce I-270 commutes.
  • Collaborate with state and federal partners to bring tax dollars back home.

Better transportation means a better quality of life. I’m proud of our accomplishments and ready to keep moving Frederick County forward.