June, 2024
On March 26, 2024, the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge dramatically affected the regional business ecosystem and workforce. This bridge was crucial for the Baltimore Beltway (I-695), linking Dundalk in Baltimore County with Hawkins Point—a remote southern area of Baltimore crossing into Anne Arundel County.
Anne Arundel Economic Development (AAEDC) and Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation (AAWDC) quickly mobilized to gauge the impact and support affected businesses. The dependency on the bridge for employee transit and port-related commerce called for a targeted response to maintain local economic integrity.
Read how EconoVue was instrumental in developing the strategic response to alleviate the adverse effects of the bridge collapse on the business community, in conjunction with the state of Maryland’s relief programs, ensuring a coordinated effort towards recovery.