

The Office of Equity and Environmental Justice (OEEJ) promotes equal opportunity within DPW and reduces disparities and/or burdens. Using an equity lens, DPW must consider the impact on employees, customers, stakeholders, and the environment to ensure that the outcomes of the Department’s policies and projects promote the well-being of the community.
The Office of Equity and Environmental Justice was established as a result of Baltimore City’s Equity Ordinance (Ordinance 18-160) for the purpose of:
Many people often confuse equity with the word equality. Equality is providing the same level of opportunity and assistance to all segments of society, regardless of demographic. Equity is providing different levels of support and assistance, depending on specific needs, abilities, or circumstances. For example, equality is all residents receive a water mail based on fee and consumption. Equity ensures that all residents have access to water and that their water is affordable.
Marco K. Merrick, Acting Chief
marco.merrick@baltimorecity.gov 443-202-5055
Phillip T. Gaines, Program Coordinator
phillipt.gaines@baltimorecity.gov 443-202-6199
Cynthia Ross, Administrative Coordinator
cynthia.ross@baltimorecity.gov 410-396-3310
Daja Thomas, Community Aide
daja.thomas@baltimorecity.gov 410-396-3310