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Reminder: Civil Penalty Waiver Grace Period For Video Tolls Ends November 30

Published November 2, 2022 at 7:39AM

In February, MDTA started a civil penalty waiver grace period for tolls paid in full and has ceased referring toll bills to the Central Collection Unit (CCU) and MDOT Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) temporarily. While it seems like it has lasted forever, the grace period will end at 11:59 p.m. on November 30, 2022, and the MDTA will resume referrals of unpaid toll bills and civil penalties to CCU and MDOT MVA on December 1.

If you have unpaid Video Tolls and/or Civil Penalties, the MDTA will waive the Civil Penalties if your toll balance is paid in full between Feb. 24 and 11:59 p.m. on Nov. 30, 2022. After the grace period ends, customers will remain responsible for all unpaid tolls and civil penalties and referrals will resume.

Two Collisions on I-495 (Both Directions) Block Some Lanes Wednesday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published November 2, 2022 at 7:20AM

Two collisions occurred on the inner and outer loops of I-495 in Silver Spring on Wednesday morning at approximately 6am, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) Public Information Officer, Pete Piringer.

The first occurred on the outer loop of I-495 between the Georgia Avenue and Connecticut Avenue exits. It involved two vehicles and three patients were being evaluated for injuries. The second involved three vehicles and occurred around the same time on in the inner loop of I-495 between the Georgia Avenue and Colesville Road exits. Some lanes are blocked both ways.

Concrete and Asphalt Work Begins at Olney Shopping Center This Week

By MCS Staff

Published November 1, 2022 at 6:01AM

Beginning November 3, 2022 (weather permitting), concrete and asphalt work for the MDOT SHA MD 108 safety and resurfacing project will begin at the Olney Shopping Center (3414-3484 Olney Laytonsville Road) on weekdays, sunrise to sunset through mid-November 2022.

Store owners and employees should add extra commute time for intermittent parking lot impacts. Work may also impact store deliveries. Customers may be directed to alternate plaza entrances and exits during this work.

Montgomery Parks Re-opens Two Lanes of Little Falls Parkway to Pedestrians and Bicyclists Seven Days a Week

By MCS Staff

Published October 31, 2022 at 4:42PM

Montgomery Parks, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, has opened two of the four lanes of Little Falls Parkway for recreational use between Arlington Road and Dorset Avenue seven days a week. The space was created by reconfiguring the lanes on Little Falls Parkway so that two of the four lanes—on the east side of the median—are used for traffic with the two lanes west of the median being used for recreation. “Our goal is to repurpose a portion of this roadway for people to exercise and enjoy the outdoors,” said Mike Riley, director of Montgomery Parks. “In the spring, when it warms up, we will make it even better by creating a pilot linear park and adding activities and events.”

The linear park coming in the spring is part of a pilot project being developed in phases. During phase one, Montgomery Parks implemented a road diet from May through October 2022 and shut two of the four lanes of the parkway to vehicles to conduct traffic studies. The studies concluded that Little Falls Parkway functions well with just two lanes for vehicles. During October 2022, phase two of the project eliminated vehicles on the west side of the median and routed all traffic to the two lanes on the east side of the median.

Collision Shuts Down I-270 SB Early Saturday Morning; Residual Delays Expected

By MCS Staff

Published October 29, 2022 at 7:06AM | Updated October 29, 2022 at 8:09AM

8am Update: Fuel from the leaking saddle tank has been removed by hazmat crews and vehicles have been towed from the scene.

A collision that took place at approximately 4am on Saturday morning, shut down the through lanes of I-270SB between Rt. 28 (Exit 6) and Montrose Rd (Exit 4), according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) PIO Pete Piringer.

Traffic: List of Upcoming Lane Closures And Planned Construction in Montgomery County

By Patrick Herron

Published October 28, 2022 at 5:57PM

Below is a list of current scheduled construction and lane closures in Montgomery County that could affect your commute, courtesy of the Montgomery County’s Department of Transportation. All work is performed […]

Monster Bash Returns to Takoma Park on October 29; Street Closures and Bus Detours

By MCS Staff

Published October 26, 2022 at 2:36PM

Monster Bash returns to Takoma Park on Saturday, October 29. The event begins at 1pm in the Takoma Park Middle School Parking Lot (7611 Piney Branch Rd) with a “Trunk or Treat” and magic show. A costume contest and parade will begin at 2pm that travels to the Takoma Park Community Center (7500 Maple Ave). Full details below courtesy of takomapark.gov:

The City of Takoma Park Recreation Department will host our traditional Monster Bash on Saturday, October 29!

Community Meeting About Ethan Allen Ave and Elm Avenue to Take Place November 15 in Takoma Park

By MCS Staff

Published October 26, 2022 at 7:51AM

Per the City of Takoma Park: The intersection of MD 410 (Ethan Allen Avenue) and Elm Avenue continues to present safety concerns for pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles. Councilmember Cindy Dyballa and Public Works Director Daryl Braithwaite are convening a virtual community meeting to:

The alternative proposal is similar to the prior MDOT proposal in that it would include left turn restrictions on each approach, as well as restrict through traffic on Elm Avenue. This would consist of signage and installing a row of delineator posts along the centerline of Ethan Allen Avenue at the intersection. The difference is that it would not include restricting access for incoming traffic on either side of Elm Avenue; however, all vehicles reaching the intersection would only be able to make right turns at Ethan Allen Avenue.

Dump Truck Fire on the ICC, Some Lanes Blocked

By MCS Staff

Published October 25, 2022 at 9:29AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) we’re called to the scene of a dump truck fire on the ICC (200) between New Hampshire and Layhill Rd, according to Lt. Franco Martinez.

Units were able to extinguish the fire that came from the brakes of the dump truck. Some lanes are still blocked due to continued fire activity. Featured photo courtesy of Yael Azrad.

Traffic Disruptions Through Summer 2023 in Olney Due to Resurfacing Project for 3.7-Miles of MD 108

By MCS Staff

Published October 21, 2022 at 12:14AM

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is beginning a $3.7 million safety and resurfacing project on MD 108 from Olney Mill Road to Brooke Road in Olney. Weather permitting, the 3.7-mile project is expected to be complete by late summer 2023.

In addition to pavement milling and resurfacing, the project will:

W. Montgomery Ave in Rockville Will Be Shut Down Until Late Afternoon

By MCS Staff

Published October 20, 2022 at 12:07PM

Traffic Alert Rockville Police: Washington Gas will shut down W. Montgomery Ave to vehicular traffic between N. Washington St and N Adams St for 3-4 hours starting sometime between 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. today to repair a gas leak. Seek alternative route.

Traffic Alert – 10/20/22 – 9:45 a.m. Washington Gas will shut down W. Montgomery Ave to vehicular traffic between N. Washington St and N Adams St for 3-4 hours starting sometime between 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. today to repair a gas leak. Seek alternative route. pic.twitter.com/EVrO2bOiq7