Posts from July 2018
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Metro Reasons: WMATA wants to sell its headquarters, but it might not be easy
Metro released plans on Thursday, July 12 to sell its headquarters building situated downtown one block over from the Capital One Arena. The maintenance the building needs isn’t cheap and Metro thinks it can get a good amount of money for the location. However, some of the building’s characteristics could make it a difficult sale. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DC is adding safety measures on M Street where a cyclist was killed
There are new safety measures on M Street NW where a cyclist was fatally struck by a truck driver. Metro's largest union is meeting officials to talk, but no word yet on what its demands are. Crystal City is tearing down an overpass to make the area have a more city-like street grid. Keep reading…
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DC’s new tunnel is keeping billions of gallons of sewage out of the Anacostia
After years of work, the Anacostia River Tunnel is starting to see results. Since the end of construction on the massive tunnel project in March, it has already prevented billions of gallons of sewage from flowing into the Anacostia River. Keep reading…
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Events: Learn about alternatives to the I-270 and I-495 widening plans
There something for every urbanist this week! Got an idea for using data to improve transportation in Virgina? Head over to the SmarterRoads Hackathon. Or get an update on the 11th Street Bridge Park project. Looking for some entertainment, grab your bike and scoot down to Deanwood Recreation Center to see Black Panther. Check out these upcoming events and more! Keep reading…
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What DC needs to do if it really wants zero road deaths
It would be inaccurate to say that DC hasn't done anything to get to Vision Zero. It put together an action plan. It hired a manager for the Vision Zero initiative. There have been grants and some street improvements. But what has been accomplished isn't up to the task of reducing deaths and injuries by 35% per year. Keep reading…
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Metro Reasons: WMATA’s union has authorized its leaders to call a strike
Metro’s largest employee union voted Sunday evening to allow its leadership to call a strike, setting up a potential showdown with the transit agency. While it’s unclear if or when one would take place, the action highlights the collapse in relations between the union and Metro’s top management. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Nats Park transformed part of DC, but are stadiums a good investment?
The Nationals Park transformed DC's Southwest waterfront, but are stadiums a good investment? Some residents are frustrated by DC Water's communication about contaminated water over the weekend. HUD is mulling a rent hike for low-income tenants that would harm those who are elderly or have disabilities. Keep reading…
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National links: Seattle could offer insight on how to regulate dockless bikes
Seattle could offer important insights as cities try to figure out the best way to regulate dockless bikes. This graphic designer distilled down street networks from cities across the world. New technology like electric mobility devices and delivery robots are making footpaths increasingly complicated. Keep reading…
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Here’s where bus lanes may one day speed up your ride on 16th Street
Planners from the District Department of Transportation unveiled their design for bus lanes on 16th Street, the next step from a 2016 planning study which recommended a dedicated bus lane in the peak direction during the peak period, as well as a number of other changes to make the 16th Street buses faster and more reliable. Keep reading…
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The Zoo can’t build its fences, yet
New fences (for people, not animals) at the National Zoo will have to wait at least two more months. On Thursday, the National Capital Planning Commission deferred approving proposed fences that would limit pedestrian entrances to the zoo and make it possible to add security screening in the future. Keep reading…