Posts tagged Alexandria
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Want a lift? How about three? Metro’s elevators leave some riders behind
Metro has elevators in all 98 of its stations, which is a huge win for mobility justice that sets the system apart from its peers. There’s a “but,” though: some of the most crucial stations are still very hard to navigate by wheelchair, and when elevators go out, wheelchair users are left without options. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA releases plans for service cuts if shortfall left unfunded
WMATA releases details of potential shortfall service cuts, staffing reductions. Friendship Heights Alliance launches as two-jurisdiction development nonprofit. Rock Creek Park golf project would clear-cut 8 acres of trees. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Mayor Bowser discusses future of RFK with DC residents
Bowser makes case for plans at RFK Stadium. Judge allows Arlington residents’ case against Missing Middle to move forward. Prince George’s County real estate investors concerned about possibility of permanent rent stabilization Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Metro certifying operators to start automatic door opening
WMATA begins certifying operators for automatic door operation. DC closed rental assistance program applications after just ten days. Howard County executive introduces housing affordability measures. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: District launches study on future of stadiums and arenas
District hires consultants to study future of RFK stadium and other sites. Medical waste company fined for illegal contamination across Baltimore region. Estimated 4,000 DC voters affected in hack; Board of Elections site still down. Keep reading…
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Metro was almost built without elevators. Here’s how we avoided that mistake.
Accommodations for passengers in wheelchairs were not the norm when Metrorail was first planned, but the system has — and always has had— elevators in all of its stations. This is the story of how that came to be. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Coalition of more than 100 organizations releases detailed climate plan for Maryland
Maryland advocates release detailed climate action plan covering several areas of concern. Greater Baltimore Council convenes summit on transportation and economic development. Alexandria provides an early look at 2024 complete streets projects. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Nina Albert named DC deputy mayor for planning and economic development
Bowser names new deputy mayor for planning and economic development. Alexandria residents weigh in on zoning reform plan. Six-year-old injured by hit-and-run driver in Capitol Hill. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA adding safety checks after September derailment
WMATA commits to additional safety checks after last month’s derailment. Historic U Street property up for sale for first time in nearly 40 years. Harborplace redeveloper envisions pedestrian-centered Inner Harbor. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA announces start date for 24-hour Metrobus service in DC
Metrobus to run 24-hour service on 13 DC routes. DC bill could expand rental assistance for undocumented people. WMATA removes emergency gear from Metro stations after finding lead in storage cabinets. Keep reading…