Baltimore City Notice: Valentine’s Weekend Traffic and Public Service Roundup

Baltimore Official Notices: Valentine’s Weekend Traffic and City Service Updates

Good morning, Baltimore. As the city celebrates Valentine’s Day this Saturday, February 14, 2026, several official departments have issued notices regarding road closures, health advisories, and public service adjustments. Residents and visitors are encouraged to review these updates to ensure a smooth weekend during the holiday festivities.

Department of Transportation: Weekend Road Closures

The Baltimore City Department of Transportation has announced significant road closures and traffic modifications effective today, February 14, to accommodate crane operations and special events near the CFG Bank Arena. Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes and expect changing traffic patterns throughout the day.

• W. Baltimore Street: Fully closed between Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Greene Street from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• E. Monument Street: Closed between N. Broadway and Rutland Avenue. This closure began early Saturday morning and is scheduled to remain in place until 10:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 15.
• W. Mulberry Street: Closed between Cathedral Street and N. Charles Street from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• CFG Bank Arena Proximity: In anticipation of arena events, temporary lane closures will be in effect starting at 8:00 p.m. tonight. Impacted areas include the left lane of Howard Street from Camden to Pratt, the right lane of Lombard Street from Hopkins Place to Howard, and sections of Pratt and Baltimore Streets.

Health and Safety Advisories

The Baltimore City Health Department remains under active federal review following the Department of Justice’s investigation into administrative training practices. Despite these ongoing inquiries, the department continues to issue essential seasonal health guidance. Due to the extended period of freezing temperatures reported this month, which has caused pipe ruptures in several municipal buildings, health officials remind residents to remain vigilant. Property owners are reminded of the legal requirement to clear snow and ice from sidewalks to prevent pedestrian injuries; citations may be issued for non-compliance.

Furthermore, the Health Department is reiterating its infant safe-sleep advisory. Caregivers are urged to ensure babies sleep alone, on their backs, and in a crib free of pillows, blankets, or toys to minimize the risk of sleep-related incidents.

Public Works and Council Updates

The Department of Public Works (DPW) confirms that standard rear-alley trash and recycling collections returned to normal operations earlier this week. Residents should adhere to their regular collection schedules, ensuring that bins are placed out by 6:00 a.m. For missed collections or to report illegal dumping, citizens are encouraged to use the 311 mobile app.

In legislative developments, the City Council has recently advanced a series of ordinances aimed at improving resident services. This includes a new measure to simplify the parking permit process for individuals with disabilities by removing outdated renewal requirements. Additionally, the city is moving forward with the implementation of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which prioritizes expanded broadband access for public housing residents and local traffic-calming projects.