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The Baltimore Metropolitan Council (BMC)<\/a> is a group of trusted experts who help guide the future of the Baltimore region. We evaluate needs and trends, listen to communities, and develop and implement programs and projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Forging a vibrant economy and building a sustainable quality of life for future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A resource for the region!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BMC connects the Baltimore region \u2013 how we travel, work and live \u2013 by identifying mutual interests and developing collaborative strategies, plans and programs. Learn More.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Transportation<\/strong>
Our staffs supports the Baltimore Regional Transportation Board (BRTB); the federally designated metropolitan planning organization (MPO) for the Baltimore region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Environment<\/strong>
Baltimore Metropolitan Council (BMC) focuses environmental planning efforts in these areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Air Quality Planning for Transportation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Reservoir Protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Environmental Coordination<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Climate Change Resilience<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Climate Pollution Reduction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Community<\/strong>
    BMC works with local government, partners and experts to promote vibrant communities in our region. We perform a variety of community planning functions for its members and the public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Purchasing<\/strong>
    BMC works with its member jurisdictions and the State of Maryland to leverage their collective government buying power. Savings are realized through purchasing in quantity and consolidating the administrative costs associated with procurement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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