Baltimore Faces Loss of $2M Fireboat Pier Due to Federal Dispute
Baltimore's fireboat fleet may lose its pier at Fort McHenry due to a federal dispute, risking $2 million in renovations. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued a cease and desist order over lease violations during ongoing renovations. As a result, the fireboat John R. Frazier is out of service, and city officials are considering alternative locations, potentially incurring higher lease costs. Discussions about the future of the facility are ongoing, with no final decisions made yet.
Baltimore may lose its fireboat pier at Fort McHenry due to a dispute with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, threatening $2 million in renovation costs. The Corps issued a cease and desist order in April 2023, citing lease violations during pier renovations.
AI-curated by TheiaThe fireboat John R. Frazier is currently out of service due to electrical issues. City officials are exploring new locations for the fleet, with possible sites including a heliport owned by developer Scott Plank.
The current lease expired in September 2023, but the Corps has not finalized new lease terms. Discussions continue as officials assess alternatives.
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