Oh good point. I always forget that Whitehall Mill exists

Hi, I'm not in tech, but I did notice your blog mentioned coworking spaces. I'm fully remote and could use a change of scenery. Can you share some of the good coworking spaces in the city?

I've tried working from coffee shops in my neighborhood but would like to branch out. Also, I don't know if "coworking" specifically refers to space you pay for or if there are free options. Thanks in advance

Oh noooo my son LOVES the Giraffes

We need a fast casual oysters spot

This sounds great, I might stop by to check this out. I've been wanting to hear some house music

I like Zeke, I'm happy to have a good alternative to Mosby

This story is hilarious

Exactly

When I moved into my place I discovered a leak on the second floor and the roofing company told me I needed a whole new roof, around 20k. I was crying!

Then I called the original contractor that renovated my house and he agreed to put down a light weight, white reflective layer of tar for $1400. He said it would last 15yrs so needless to say that's what I went with and haven't had a problem since then, I've been in my house for 5 yrs.

I really hope I never have to deal with replacing a roof.

Nice to see some good news on here

https://b360baltimore.org/

I'm only here to signal boost this great nonprofit that works with youth that are into dirt bikes. They're learning STEM skills, how to build bikes, and practicing the hobby safely.

https://b360baltimore.org/

Actually there is a great nonprofit providing opportunities in many facets of dirt bike culture and mechanics and it should he expanded

Stillmeadow Community Fellowship...a resilience hub, helping to mitigate flooding on Frederick Ave, food pantry, a 10acre peace and meditation park, the list goes on.

https://stillmeadow.community/outreach-blog/2023/1/28/meet-the-faces-of-baltimores-busiest-urban-forest-6j7ag-2aent

It's so easy to make friends in Baltimore just chat with your neighbors, and people working in local shops and bars and they'll become your friends. That's what makes Baltimore amazing

Someone else commenting here with a transportation background stated it best but I agree with their point that if there's no plan to fix parking or improve public transit it's ridiculous to expect Hampden residents to not oppose more development projects. Why would we want a less pedestrian-safe, less driver-safe, more congested community by choice? It's just not common sense to expect that of people.

I'm focusing on the zone parking issue because it feels achievable to me as a resident and it would improve the day-to-day lives of me and my neighbors. And I mentioned the parking lots because it's the only thing I see happening and I applaud that business for trying to improve the situation not because I think it's the optimal choice. Of course, I don't want to turn the neighborhood into a bunch of parking lots. The best option is a state-of-the-art public transit system but that's not going to happen anytime soon.

I could also get into other structural issues such as exclusionary zoning in other desirable neighborhoods which should be abolished but I'll stop there.

I wish I could like this 50 times

I would love it if people visiting Hampden would park at the Rotunda and just walk to The Ave but they don't. If we had zoned parking restrictions people would probably do that.

Even more reason why we need zoned parking for residents. The Hampden Merchants Association is the problem.

The building is an eyesore lmaoooo it's so bad

Yes, I think this is how I feel as a resident. I don't see how more people and cars can fit until some underlying issues such as parking and better transit are addressed. Lack of parking is a quality-of-life issue for residents and if business patrons had options to get here that didn't involve driving that would be even better.

The other part of the equation is to abolish exclusionary zoning in other desirable neighborhoods. I think other parts of the city can absorb more apartment buildings in the meantime Hampden already has a good number of them.

Yes, I've seen your parking signs and I'm so jealous. The only issue I have with living close to The Ave is the parking I really wish we could get zoned restrictions.

The residents were very organized and those are her voters

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdd8eXO6aAGG90blSEC67CjccgJMwVofERY-ryJAD9eVk5QYg/viewform

And now the owner is trying to figure out what to do with the building by sending around a survey. Lol I'm going to suggest a park or something.

I don't agree we should have zoned parking passes that restrict parking to residents at certain hours. There are plenty of neighborhoods in the city that have it. Our Merchants Association actively blocks any efforts to get zoned parking and we have to absorb all the parking for the businesses which is not right. The businesses should provide parking for their patrons. The Wine Source is building a parking lot right now because it's the right thing to do and the #1 complaint from customers.

And until we have a better public transit system people aren't going to stop driving. I do support better public transit in Baltimore it would greatly improve things.

Huh? I havent heard anyone propose that the building be replaced with a parking lot.

And when you mention those in favor of high capacity living spaces you might be thinking of YIMBY because NIMBY tends to oppose any new development.