Posts by Nicole Cacozza — Contributor
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Breakfast links: New standards for DC waterways must allow safe boating and fishing
DC has to toughen its standards for bacteria in city waterways. The first moped rentals are arriving in DC this weekend. A developer wants to build nearly 800 new housing units in Rosslyn. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: You can live near a Metro stop and still save on rent
The closer you are to Metro the higher rent you could pay, but there are ways to find savings. After a rainy summer, DC is trying to repave pothole-filled roads. The Silver Line finally has an opening date. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: It costs more to rent in DC than almost anywhere else in the US
DC is the third most expensive US city to rent, a new report shows. Traffic may be up due to Metro shutdowns, but so is biking. An Open Streets event is coming to Georgia Avenue NW. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Montgomery County just made it easier to build accessory apartments
MoCo passes a bill allowing accessory apartments in more places of the county. Presidential hopeful Kamala Harris introduced a housing proposal that could have limited success in DC. The driver who killed bike advocate Dave Salovesh pled guilty. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: There’s a vigil for two men killed by a driver while sitting on a bench
A memorial is planned for two men killed by the driver of an SUV at James Monroe Park last week. A bill was introduced in MoCo to require landlords to provide A/C to tenants. What’s the story behind the waterfall *inside* of a Metro car? Keep reading…
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Breakfast Links: The Metrobus system received a D grade on new report card
Gridlock and late buses pulled the District’s grade down to a D in a new report card on Metrobus. US laws helped make cars the primary mode of transportation. The DC Council stripped Jack Evans of his committee chair positions, and will conduct its own investigation into the councilmember. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: A new bill aims to control dockless scooters and bikes
The DC Council will consider controversial new e-scooter legislation. Self-driving shuttle buses are coming to Fairfax County. Montgomery County amends its development freeze, but it still won’t allow much more housing. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Pedestrian and cyclist deaths rose nationwide, while motorist deaths fell
The country sees an uptick in the number of pedestrian and cyclist deaths. Digital license plates are coming to Maryland. DC gets an additional $25 million for public housing repairs. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Montgomery County wants to make walking safe and pleasant
Montgomery County wants to improve walkability, so it’s conducting a mapping study. The Anacostia river suffered after the Washington region’s wettest year on record. Amazon says it will donate $3 million to an affordable housing fund. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Want to rent in a “green” building? It’ll cost you a bit more.
Homes with LEED certification can cost renters 15% more. Train tracks from DC to Baltimore are getting upgraded. Maryland Avenue NE is about to get some safety upgrades. Keep reading…