Transportation Committee Meeting May 13, 2026

The City of Annapolis Transportation Committee held a meeting on May 13, 2026, focusing on various transportation initiatives and procurement activities. Key procurement-related discussions included the electric ferry project funded through state and federal grants aimed at enhancing mass transit connectivity between Eastport and downtown Annapolis, with potential expansion plans. The committee also reviewed the ongoing RFP process for a new shared micro-mobility provider to replace the current bike and scooter program, emphasizing improved safety, compliance, and system performance. Blue Systems presented their software platform for managing shared mobility data, though they are not the operator. Updates on parking management, including occupancy data and validation programs, were provided by Metropolis, the parking operations manager. Additionally, the committee discussed capital improvement projects such as the installation of EV charging infrastructure funded under CIP 73010, supporting the city’s electric bus fleet. Several motions related to budget amendments and program expansions were mentioned, with a focus on aligning county and city efforts for transportation improvements. The meeting concluded with plans for further discussions and community engagement on these initiatives.