RELEASE: Mayor Young, Director Steve Sharkey Announce Suspension of Harbor Connector Service, to take effect Monday, April 6

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Bernard C. “Jack” Young

Mayor,

City of Baltimore

250 City Hall • Baltimore, Maryland 21202 • 410-396-3835

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

April 4, 2020

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PRESS RELEASE

Mayor Bernard C. “Jack” Young, Department of Transportation Suspend Harbor Connector Services

Mayor Young, Director Steve Sharkey announce suspension, to take effect Monday, April 6

BALTIMORE, MD.  — Today, the Baltimore City Department of Transportation (DOT) announced the Harbor Connector maritime commuter services will be suspended, beginning Monday, April 6. Mayor Young issued the following statement:

“This change further encourages residents to stay at home as much as possible, and to practice social distancing when commuting,” Mayor Young said. “I support Director Steve Sharkey’s decision, and know he and his team are working hard to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.”

Since March 16, the Harbor Connector had already seen a 90% drop in ridership. For additional information on DOT modified services, please click here