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Do Something: The week of May 20, 2024
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Building Connections: Deconstructing illegal construction
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Breakfast links: Metro safety audit finds railcar inspection, worker safety problems
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Events: Get inspired about affordable housing in DC
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Breakfast links: Metro safety audit finds railcar inspection, worker safety problems
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Metro audit finds trains running that fail inspections, worker safety hazards
An audit by the Washington Metrorail Safety Commission found that Metro deployed rail cars that failed operational tests, among other occupational safety problems. According to the audit, Metro improperly kept trains that failed speed and automatic door tests in service, mechanics improperly certified safety inspections for some trains, and staff sometimes worked without proper workplace safety precautions. However, the audit doesn’t suggest that the system poses a significant danger to riders. Metro said it’s reviewing the report and, in accordance with requirements, will propose corrective measures within 30 days. (The Post article may be behind a paywall). (Danny Nguyen / Post, Jessica Kronzer / WTOP)
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DC breaks ground on Potomac River Tunnel project
DC Water kicked off the construction of the Potomac River Tunnel Project on Tuesday, May 21 at West Potomac Park. The hundred-foot-deep, 5.5-mile-long tunnel running from Georgetown University to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling will reduce sewer overflows into the Potomac River by 93% in a year of typical rainfall. The project will cost about $820 million and will be completed by 2030. (Mauricio Casillas / NBC 4 Washington)
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Montgomery County Planning Board approves 450-unit residential tower in Silver Spring
The Montgomery County Planning Board approved plans for a new 20-story residential tower in downtown Silver Spring. It’s planned to be constructed on top of Ellsworth Place and will have 450 multifamily units, with 15% of those set to be moderately priced dwelling units. The project will not include new car parking and will mandate bike parking. (Elia Griffin / MoCo360)
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Is it time to bring back the W&OD as commuter rail?
Provide an “express” commuter rail option for people across the region, and connect Loudoun County to transit. How? By rebuilding the Washington & Old Dominion as a commuter railroad. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: SunTrust Plaza moves one step closer to redevelopment
Historic Preservation Office recommends the approval of SunTrust Plaza development in Adams Morgan. Water in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor now swimmable. Fairfax County Planning Commission recommends Tysons condo project despite county staff’s affordable housing concerns. Keep reading…
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Bikeshare Beat: Ridership surges in April
Capital Bikeshare trips continue to soar, as April was the second busiest month on record. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Chesapeake Bay watershed states fall short on some clean-up goals
States in Chesapeake Bay watershed have met 17 of 31 pollution reduction goals. Crews begin to move ship responsible for Key Bridge collapse back to port. Alexandria considers upping penalties for zoning violations. Keep reading…
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Transit group wins 2024 Ride for the Region
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Photo Friday: Gain some perspective
Savor these favorites from the Greater and Lesser Washington Flickr pool, this week with five entries featuring photographic perspective. Keep reading…
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National links: New bus rapid transit standards raise the bar for riders and cities
ITDP releases a new standard for BRT, and most US systems don’t stack up. Jane Jacobs’ thought leadership on bicycles in cities may be underappreciated. Home builders are building smaller homes to meet demand at different price points. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: 77 percent of riders rate Metro “excellent” or “good”
New poll finds 77 percent of riders rate Metro “excellent” or “good.” Developer secures approval for reduced parking at Metro-adjacent project under Reston’s new regulations. Jurisdictions around region report rise in homelessness. Keep reading…
