anchor Description
This project provides the site remediation followed by design and construction for a new bus loop and parking lot on the former Anderson property at the Boyds MARC station.
anchorEstimated Schedule
The site remediation was completed in FY22. Design for the bus loop and parking lot began in FY22 with construction completion in FY25.
anchor Justification
As part of its facility planning process, the County has been working towards the preliminary design of a future transit center in close proximity to the Boyds MARC station. The existing station is popular among commuters but parking is limited. In addition, providing Ride-On bus service to the station is difficult due to the road network and lack of space for buses to turn around. In the Summer of 2017, the County learned that the owners of the property adjacent to the MARC station (the Anderson Family) had listed the property for sale. In FY19, the County purchased the property. The County's acquisition of the Anderson property is supported by the Boyds Civic Association and the Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission. As the design of the transit station continues to develop, the County intends to seek participation from the State of Maryland.
anchorFiscal Note
The contribution amount was reduced based on the actual cost that was less than the budgeted site remediation cost.
anchorDisclosures
A pedestrian impact analysis has been completed for this project.
The County Executive asserts that this project conforms to the requirement of relevant local plans, as required by the Maryland Economic Growth, Resource Protection and Planning Act.
anchorCoordination
Maryland Transit Administration, CSX Transportation, Historic Preservation Program of Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Permitting Services.