Public Notice: City Council Sessions and Maritime Safety Advisories

Municipal Meeting Schedule for Wednesday, March 18, 2026

The City of Baltimore has scheduled several key administrative and legislative sessions for today. Residents are encouraged to participate in these public forums to stay informed on local governance and budgetary oversight.

• Board of Estimates Meeting: The Board of Estimates will convene at 9:00 AM in the Board of Estimates Chambers, located on the second floor of City Hall. This meeting will address city contracts, personnel matters, and budgetary expenditures. A virtual component is also available for those unable to attend in person.
• Charter Review Special Committee: This committee will meet at 4:00 PM in the Reeves Room (4th floor of City Hall) and via virtual broadcast. The session focuses on ongoing assessments of the City Charter and potential structural recommendations for local government agencies.
• Commission on Sustainability: The Baltimore Commission on Sustainability will hold its monthly virtual meeting from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The focus for this session is "Protecting the Environment through Legislation." Members of the public are invited to learn about climate resilience initiatives and provide feedback on proposed environmental policies.

Public Safety Advisory: Small Craft Warning

The National Weather Service has issued a Small Craft Advisory active for the Patapsco River and the Baltimore Harbor through 10:00 PM tonight. Officials report northwest winds of 10 to 15 knots with gusts reaching up to 25 knots. These conditions are considered hazardous for small vessels and inexperienced mariners. The city advises all recreational boaters to exercise extreme caution or remain in port until the advisory expires later this evening.

Health and Administrative Reminders

In accordance with the James Malone Act, which took effect earlier this year, the city continues to provide expanded health services for first responders. All eligible firefighters are reminded to schedule their no-cost cancer screenings as part of the new state-mandated health initiatives for 2026. Additionally, the Baltimore City Health Department reports no new major disease outbreaks or hospital service disruptions at this time, maintaining routine monitoring of seasonal respiratory trends.

Homeowner Tax Sale Deadline

The Department of Finance reminds Baltimore homeowners that the deadline to pay outstanding taxes and charges to avoid the annual tax sale is April 30, 2026. Residents with delinquent accounts are urged to settle their balances or enter into an official payment plan immediately to ensure their properties are removed from the upcoming auction list. Assistance is available through the city's various advocacy programs for those facing financial hardship.