Posts from June 2024
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National links: Boston’s MBTA ridership rebounds, emphasizing mid-day and night service
How tree planting efforts can reflect historic distrust in city programs. Boston commuter rail sees ridership rebound by prioritizing off-peak service. Cities are learning lessons from New York’s High Line and pursuing their versions of the project. Plus, a quote on Governor Hochul’s 11th-hour reversal on road pricing. Keep reading…
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Do Something: The week of June 3, 2024
This week on Do Something: congratulations to our primary endorsees in DC; rent stabilization in Prince George’s County; and don’t forget to vote for our endorsees in Alexandria and Arlington’s primaries. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Co-living property in Arlington shuts its doors
Arlington co-living space shutters as managing company files bankrupty. With New York developer out, Baltimore community wants say in future direction. Wendell Felder narrowly wins Democratic nomination for DC’s Ward 7 councilmember. Keep reading…
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Maryland’s new complete streets policy takes aim at a safer transportation system for all
By assigning responsibility for Complete Streets to a wider swathe of agencies than just the State Highway Administration, Governor Moore and officials hope to bring about a transportation system that works for all road users. Backers also tout increased opportunities for input from underserved communities, and a chance to turn the page on safety. Advocates hope to see evidence of the policy in concrete action. Keep reading…
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Jurisdictions around the region are implementing bus network redesigns
It’s not just WMATA redesigning the Metrobus network. Several bus operators in the Washington region are taking a look at their routes and services, and rethinking how they could best serve riders. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DC auditor recommends additional steps to meet Vision Zero standards
DC’s auditor released Part 2 in their Vision Zero report, focusing on the District’s progress on enforcement and equity. Governor Youngkin aims to withdraw Virginia from auto emission standards at the end of 2024. The Spring Street Bridge in Silver Spring will be closed until 2025 to facilitate Purple Line construction. Keep reading…
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Bikeshare Beat: Capital Bikeshare sets record for monthly ridership in May
May-be it’s popular: CaBi breaks the monthly ridership record in May with 515,394 rides. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DDOT plan for Connecticut Avenue excludes bike lanes
DDOT’s Connecticut Avenue redesign doesn’t include bike lanes. Prince George’s County Council debates permanent rent stabilization bill. Arlington Missing Middle trial scheduled for July. Keep reading…
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What’s the deal with single-tenant retail buildings?
Single-story retail buildings can be an eyesore, and limit the public value of land in urban areas. But for landlords, they’re often a safer investment and relatively easy to manage. What does that mean if your objective is to increase urban density? Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Church plans all-affordable development near U Street corridor
Church files plan to build 65-unit all-affordable housing near U Street corridor. Arlington gets $1 million in federal funding for electric school buses. About 94,000 vehicles in Washington region likely have recalled airbags. Keep reading…