For updated Virtual Community Meeting information, please see below
- Our newly designed website provides links to all of the information you need to orient yourself to our neighborhood and find answers to many inquiries you may have.
- The Loch Raven Improvement Association is a dynamic community that is well-positioned for the future. As we continue our mission to keep our neighborhood safe, clean and strong, the LRIA Executive Board and membership body work diligently to provide residents and future generations an outstanding quality of life.
- The LRIA encourages membership that is actively involved in the community by joining at least one of the committees that exists to serve and improve our lifestyle. Active participation by members of our neighborhood will continue a long tradition of community service and socially responsible practices.
- Get involved and enjoy what is the Loch Raven Improvement Association.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Homeowners' Property Tax Credit
The Homeowners' Property Tax Credit program is now available to qualified Maryland homeowners who meet specific requirements.
- Your name must be on the deed..
- You must live in the house full time.
- Your net worth must be less than $200,000, not including the value of the house or any qualified retirement savings or Individual Retirement Accounts.
- Your combined gross household income cannot exceed $60,000.
To find out if you're eligible, call 443-961-6220, or click the box below for more information.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Baltimore City DPW Project Notification
Significant Department of Public Works (DPW) projects are scheduled / underway in the Loch Raven neighborhood. Please plan and/or adjust your daily routines accordingly.
Name of the project: SC956
Improvements to the sanitary sewer collection system in the Herring Run sewershed.
Scope of work:
• Rehabilitation of 2,060 linear ft. (LF) of sewer mains using Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) lining
• Cleaning and closed circuit television (CCTV) inspection of 2,940 LF of sewer mains
• Replacement of approximately 4,775 LF of sanitary sewer mains by open cut method
• Rehabilitation of approximately 345 sanitary house connections by various methods
• Rehabilitation of approximately 170 existing sanitary sewer manholes by various methods
Construction start: underway
Construction End: Late 2021
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates
ALL LRIA ACTIVITIES ARE CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE!!!
For the most recent Baltimore City Coronavirus (COVID-19) information, and related service modifications,
please CLICK HERE.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
BGE Scam Alert
BGE Warns Customers About Utility Scammers During COVID-19
With Maryland and the world experiencing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, BGE is reminding customers to always be on alert for potential scams targeting utility customers. BGE has seen an increase in scam reports over the past week with scammers attempting to use this health crisis to trick utility customers. Scammers are offering cash or credit incentives from BGE in order to obtain a customer’s personal or financial information.
Don't Get Scammed: Customers can avoid being scammed by taking a few precautions:
• Never provide your social security number or personal information to anyone initiating contact with you claiming to be a utility representative or requesting you to send money to another person or entity other than your local utility providers.
• Always ask to see a company photo ID before allowing any utility worker into your home or business.
• Do not give payment in any form- cash, check, or credit- to anyone coming to your door.
Any customer who believes he or she has been a target of a scam is urged to contact 911 and call BGE immediately at 800-685-0123 to report the situation.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Community Health & Wellness
Stress is the body’s physical, mental, or emotional response to stimuli.
Stress is a normal part of life that could be a response to changes in one’s life or environment. Some short term stress can be life-saving (i.e. getting out of a danger), but many of us live in a near constant state of stress. Unlike short term stress which can be protective, constant or chronic stress can be harmful. Research has linked chronic stress with high blood pressure, clogged arteries, obesity, poor sleep, and brain changes linked to anxiety, depression, and addiction.
In an effort to encourage a healthy community, the Loch Raven Improvement Association will be starting a “Stress Less” Challenge. Participants who engage in 15+ minutes of stress lowering activities (laughing, meditating, exercise, etc.), 4+ days per week for 3+ weeks will be entered to win a prize pack!
If you are interested in participating or would like more details, please text Dena at 443-267-8380.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Safety Advisory
The LRIA encourages ALL residents to remain vigilant against crime in our neighborhood by applying for a confidential CrimeWatch number, which may be used to report incidents to the 911 system without disclosing your personal identity.
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING!!! The safety of our neighborhood depends on YOU!!!
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________