MD 210 Safety

We are a community driven coalition committed to making Indian Head Highway safer for all who travel it. Your voice and participation are vital for joining our growing network of concerned citizens and advocates. Your interest in our monthly Zoom meetings signals a shared commitment to a vital cause: saving lives through smarter, safer highway design and enforcement.

Together, we’re working to transform MD 210 into a corridor of safety and accountability where every voice matters and every solution is rooted in community care. Whether you're a longtime resident, a new neighbor, or simply passionate about public safety, we’re honored to have you with us.

Ways you can get involved:

Advocate – Help us educate lawmakers about the urgent need for our safety bills.
Engage – Reach out to neighbors, civic groups, and community leaders to build broad support.
Share – Use social media and local networks to spread awareness of our mission and initiatives.

Together, we can save lives on MD 210.

MD 210 Traffic Safety Committee – History & Future Plans

Timeline of Key Events

Date	Event
Feb 2008	Drag racing crash near Pine Drive kills 8 spectators; sparks long-term safety efforts.
Jan 2017	District VII Commander Tammy Sparkman prioritizes MD 210 fatality reduction.
Sep 2017	First MD 210 Traffic Safety Committee meeting; SHA 10-year fatal crash analysis presented to officials and media.
Mar 2018	Pedestrian Samira Jenkins killed in crosswalk while going to a job interview.
Dec 2018	Mejia family crash kills three children returning from church.
Jan 2019	County Exec. Alsobrooks pledges unprecedented enforcement on MD 210.
May 2019	HB 187 signed — increases cameras from 1 to 3.
2019	First MD 210 speed cameras installed (first in Maryland not in school/work zone).
2020–2021	Extreme speeding continues — violations recorded up to 161 MPH.
May 2023	HB 435 signed — increases cameras from 3 to 6.
2023	Cameras record 40,000+ violations; over 600 drivers at 100+ MPH; highest speed 175 MPH.
Jun 2024	Committee requests memorial sign for MD 210 crash victims.
Jan–Mar 2025	HB 349 & SB 485 introduced — propose 10 cameras and escalating fines; pass with amendments.
2025 and Beyond	Committee continues advocacy for stronger enforcement and engineering improvements.

Planned Legislative Initiatives

Point-to-Point Speed Cameras on MD 210

Allow average-speed enforcement between two points to deter speeding over road segments.
Proven effective in other states and countries at reducing high-speed travel.

Stronger Enforcement for Repeat Speed Camera Violators

Registration suspension for unpaid fines after a set period.
Additional sanctions for multiple violations in a 12-month period, including mandatory court appearances and possible impoundment.

In closing, your engagement marks the continuation of meaningful change. As we build momentum together, your insights and advocacy will help shape practical, life-saving solutions for MD 210. This committee is a platform for action where data meets determination, and community voices drive policy. We’re glad you’re here, and we look forward to moving forward with purpose, together.

Again, "Welcome to the MD 210 Indian Head HighwayTraffic Safety Committee!"

Rev. Dr. Robert L. Screen

Facilitator

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ZOOM information: Looking forward to you joining our Monthly Zoom meetings.

Topic: Indian Head Highway - MD 210 Traffic Safety Community Meeting

Date: Monday, August 18th, 2025

Time: 7:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Frequency: Monthly on the Third Monday

Agenda: * Prince George's County Police Updates

* Maryland State Highway Administration Updates

* MD 210 Traffic Safety Committee Updates

Next Meeting: Monday, September 15, 2025

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