Posts by Nolan Treadway — Guest Contributor
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Shocking rhetoric from John Townsend and AAA
This week’s Washington City Paper cover story quoted AAA Mid-Atlantic spokesman John Townsend calling Greater Greater Washington editor David Alpert “retarded” and a “ninny,” and comparing Greater Greater Washington to the Ku Klux Klan. Many other reporters, people on Twitter, and residents generally have clearly stated in response… Keep reading…
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Ward 5 progressives must unite behind one candidate
In early- to mid-May, DC will hold a special election to fill the seat vacated by Harry Thomas Jr. Many potential candidates have already emerged. The time is right to elect a councilmember focused on ethical and effective representation for the people of Ward 5, but to do so, progressives must unite to support a single candidate. If the race is as crowded as current speculation… Keep reading…
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DDOT seeks community input on R Street bike improvements
The R Street NW bike lane is an important east-west thoroughfare for cyclists in DC, stretching from Massachusetts Avenue NW to Florida Avenue NW. The only gap remaining is 6 blocks between Florida Avenue and the Metropolitan Branch Trail. DDOT hopes to fill this gap soon. On Saturday morning, local ANC Commissioners hosted representatives from DDOT to meet with residents… Keep reading…
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Happy hour tonight, hack day on September 10
Join us tonight at Laughing Man Tavern to talk urbanism and earthquakes at the latest Greater Greater Washington Happy Hour! We’ll be downstairs from 6-8 pm. Laughing Man will offer happy hour drink specials and selected appetizers for $4. Laughing Man is at 1306 G Street NW, near the 13th Street entrance to Metro Center station. Also, Greater Greater… Keep reading…
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Join GGW for a happy hour on August 23
Join Greater Greater Washington for our upcoming happy hour! The latest edition of our occasional series will take place next Tuesday, August 23, from 6-8 pm at the Laughing Man Tavern in downtown DC. Keep reading…
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How could DC protest a shutdown taking our trash service?
As the shutdown of the federal government looms, DC residents prepare to lose basic services, trash collection, libraries and anything beyond emergency repair. It’s a perfect example of why DC needs more autonomy. And it calls for a little civil disobedience. If Congress is going to force DC to stop picking up the trash, maybe residents should take the trash to Congress… Keep reading…
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How will day laborers fit at the Ward 5 Walmart?
The proposed Walmart on New York Avenue NE has made some progress from a terrible initial design, such as moving buildings toward the street, improving public space, and adding a Capital Bikeshare station. However, many questions remain, including how the development will deal with the day laborers that it will almost certainly attract. Currently in Ward 5, there is a robust… Keep reading…
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McMillan visions take shape
Three concept ideas for the McMillan Sand Filtration site were presented Saturday. All designs attempt to meld commercial, retail, open space, and residential, while responding to community feedback. Still, some residents remain fundamentally skeptical after so many failed attempts at development. At this third community meeting, hosted by development team “Vision… Keep reading…