Concerns about Psychiatric Rehabilitation Programs (PRPs) in Baltimore City and their impact on public safety

Summary

The Westport Neighborhood Association is expressing concerns about the increase in strangers entering their neighborhood, who appear to be unhoused and/or struggling with drug addiction, and the lack of response from city agencies. The association is calling for Psychiatric Rehabilitation Programs (PRPs) to be relocated to properly zoned areas to protect the stability and safety of residential communities. The issue is not only affecting Westport but also other Baltimore neighborhoods, and the association is seeking immediate assistance to address the public safety emergency.

Details

Contact

Keisha Allen, Westport Neighborhood Association

Subject

Concerns about Psychiatric Rehabilitation Programs (PRPs) in Baltimore City and their impact on public safety

Summary

The Westport Neighborhood Association is expressing concerns about the increase in strangers entering their neighborhood, who appear to be unhoused and/or struggling with drug addiction, and the lack of response from city agencies. The association is calling for Psychiatric Rehabilitation Programs (PRPs) to be relocated to properly zoned areas to protect the stability and safety of residential communities. The issue is not only affecting Westport but also other Baltimore neighborhoods, and the association is seeking immediate assistance to address the public safety emergency.

Location

100 North Holliday Street, 4th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202

Notice Date

2026-02-04

Notice Type

letter

Issuing Body

Westport Neighborhood Association