This just in from Alex Lima of Maryland Department of the Environment: Virtual Meeting to be held January 20th, 2026 at 6pm and Public Comment Period extended to January 30th, 2026.
Read his letter in its entirety below, and check out the hyperlinks if you want to access the meeting, the informational session, or to email your formal comments.
Good afternoon,
As mentioned in our meeting [January 14th], the public comment period for the proposed statewide stormwater regulations has been officially extended to January 30th.
These regulations will shape how our state manages water runoff for years to come. By participating, you help ensure that the final rules are equitable, effective, and protective of our shared natural resources.
This extension provides a critical window to ensure local concerns are heard. Because stormwater management directly impacts water quality, infrastructure, and flood resilience, thorough community feedback is vital.
Details regarding the proposed changes are available in a prerecorded informational session, which can be found at this link: https://youtu.be/hXkrO9oargg?si=lErDzXButGy-_xln
Additionally, a virtual informational session will be held on January 20th at 6:00 PM. You can access the meeting via this link: https://meet.google.com/kwt-kikj-sop
The deadline to submit formal written comments is January 30th. Comments may be submitted via email at mde.swmregulations@maryland.gov, or by mail:
Stormwater, Dam Safety, and Flood Management Program
Maryland Department of the Environment
1800 Washington Boulevard, Suite 440, Baltimore, MD 21230.Whether your focus is on specific local runoff issues or broader environmental protections, your input is valuable.
Thank you.
Alex Lima