Sisson Street Task force Meeting; February 23, 2026

The CharmTV Citizens' Hub convened the Sisson Street Task Force meeting on February 23, 2026, to discuss the future of the Sisson Street residential drop-off center and broader sanitation infrastructure in Baltimore City. The task force reviewed findings from months of study, including usage data, current operations, and future capital improvement plans for alternative sites such as Reed Bird and Bowleys Lane. Three main options were presented: keeping Sisson Street open with improvements and relocating hazardous waste drop-off; eventually closing Sisson Street after Reed Bird's rehabilitation; or relocating Sisson Street to a new site, though no suitable alternatives met all criteria. Public testimony overwhelmingly favored option two, supporting the closure of Sisson Street in favor of enhanced facilities at other locations and redevelopment of the Sisson site for mixed-use housing and commercial purposes. Concerns were raised about environmental justice, worker safety, and the need for clear public education and operational plans tied to zero waste goals. The task force also discussed the need to review truck routes and the impact on neighborhood dumpster days and community benefits districts. No final vote was taken; further discussion is planned.