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“Pre-development planning” wanted for New Carrollton
WMATA is breaking new ground with its New Carrollton Metro station area development plans by doing its own planning, in concert with MDOT and the developer. If successful, this would become a model for future joint development projects. When WMATA does a joint development project, it’s not as easy as just selling a piece of land for someone to develop. Joint development… Keep reading…
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Apply for the RAC, if you really have time
The WMATA Riders’ Advisory Council is opening up applications for new members. Should you apply? If you live in Prince George’s County, definitely. There is an open seat right now that is not filled. If you live elsewhere, please apply if you’re interested in making a real time commitment beyond just showing up to one meeting a month. One-third of… Keep reading…
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Georgetown’s Wisconsin Avenue needs an overhaul
Does anyone actually like Wisconsin Avenue? Whether you’re walking on it, biking on it, driving on it, it’s almost guaranteed to be an unpleasant experience. But it doesn’t have to be that way, particularly for pedestrians. Some simple changes to the way Wisconsin Ave. is shaped could dramatically improve the pedestrian experience, without significant… Keep reading…
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HSR could get you to Boston in 3 hours, but it’s pricey
Yesterday, Amtrak announced plans to create a new, exclusive high-speed rail corridor in the Northeastern United States. The proposal would cost upwards of $117 billion ($40 billion in 2010 dollars) and could be complete by 2040. Trips from Washington to Boston would take only 3 hours. Amtrak rightly points out that there is almost no better candidate for true, “next-gen”… Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: In camera
Cleared for videotaping police; DC fairly car-lite; Flashy architecture often has problems; Crystal City a go; Cyclists overpay for road space; NYC unveils new intercoms; And…; Shots, crashes. Keep reading…
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Go to Gray’s town halls
Future mayor Vince Gray is holding a set of town halls in each of DC’s eight wards over the next few weeks. I strongly encourage DC residents to try to attend one, especially if you didn’t support Gray. Why? Because this is a great chance to show him the importance of issues that matter to you. During the campaign, many people worried that Gray would be beholden to… Keep reading…
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Afternoon links: Bridge over political waters
Ervin flip-flops on bridge; Feel the power of local cyclists; Crowdsourcing Metro station names; TBD editor has frustrating pedestrian experience; Artists too rich or too poor; Affordable on Columbia Pike; Parking 18% more people in the same space. Keep reading…
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Metro Board will take up Greenbelt restructuring
On Thursday, Metro’s Board of Directors will be taking up the proposed restructuring of Greenbelt bus service. WMATA staff want to restructure Greenbelt’s bus service because they feel resources could be used more efficiently. It will result in a reduction in service for some, but an increase in service for others. If the Metro Board approves the changes, they… Keep reading…
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“Mosquito” gone from Gallery Place?
Reader Amin writes, Keep reading…
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Southwest might not have as big an impact as you hope
On Monday morning Southwest Airlines announced its intent to acquire AirTran Airways. The deal won’t be approved for some time, but when it is, the new combined company will likely impact air travel in Greater Washington. The big question is when Washingtonians will finally be able to catch a Southwest flight out of National Airport, and whether a Southwest presence will… Keep reading…