Posts from February 2018
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Shared space could be coming to Connecticut Avenue in Cleveland Park
Officials believe the latest proposal addresses many of the problems resulting from the area's current infrastructure, while still respecting the history and character of the neighborhood. Keep reading…
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Are private, high-speed trains the future of travel? I tested one out to see.
As a planner, I'm keenly aware that Brightline’s service model cannot be easily copied by public transportation agencies. However, while public transit agencies can't implement Brightline’s entire playbook, they can use some of its plays. Keep reading…
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The #FutureofDCNews is bright
More than 100 people gathered to engage with a panel of local journalists, reporters, and editors about the future of local journalism in Washington at our first #GGWashlive event. What kinds of topics do you want GGWash to tackle in the future? Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: An Amtrak collision in West Virginia killed one and injured six
An Amtrak train carrying members of congress collided with a garbage truck in West Virginia Wednesday, killing one and injuring six. This creative cyclist made a point about net neutrality in front of the FCC building in DC. Democrats have proposed a new bill to fund Metro that would provide $20 billion over the next two decades. Keep reading…