Posts tagged Arlington County
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GGWash’s process for our 2024 Virginia primary endorsements
Virginia may have had its presidential primary already, but voters will return to the polls for local primary elections Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Greater Greater Washington will be endorsing candidates in the Democratic primaries for Arlington County Board and Alexandria Mayor and Council. Keep reading…
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Do Something: The week of March 25, 2024
This week on Do Something: join our DC budget training; manifesting bus priority on Columbia Road; Republicans fail to gut Moore Housing in Maryland; and are you thinking about running for office in Virginia? Keep reading…
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Do Something: The week of March 18, 2024
This week on Do Something: recall petitions and budget drama in DC; big wins in Maryland and a big disappointment for Moore Housing; the joy of naps; and Alex and Dan are both having happy hours. Keep reading…
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Plan Langston Boulevard is a chance to make Arlington more inclusive
Arlington County just released recommendations for Plan Langston Boulevard, which it’s worked with community members to craft for several years. Think of it as a smaller-scale version of Wilson Boulevard or Columbia Pike, the two other corridors where Arlington has focused development over the past several decades. Keep reading…
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Let Fairfax County grow
Local housing and transit advocates have a special responsibility to help Fairfax County chart a new course for land use. By succeeding, we can set an example for other suburbs to emulate. Keep reading…
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What Better Bus means for riders in Maryland and Virginia
Metro’s Better Bus network is a big deal for riders in Maryland and Virginia! Here are the highlights of the proposed bus system redesign, and how you can give Metro your feedback before the comment period ends June 18. Keep reading…
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Events: Earn your Master’s in Urban Planning at Georgetown
Learn about Georgetown University’s Master’s in Urban & Regional Planning program. Celebrate Women’s History Month at our Women+ Planning Happy Hour. Share your thoughts on the U Street NW Bus Priority Project. Participate in Lights-Out Hour DC. Read more in this week’s events post. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Silver Line extension officially certified
Silver Line extension obtains official certification. Tysons residents enjoy new pedestrian bridge. Baltimore DOT head to take position in Baltimore mayor’s office. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Tourism spending hasn’t reached pre-pandemic levels
In 2021, DC tourists spent 35% less than in 2019. Arlington parks rank 3rd in the country. Badly-needed bike lanes are finally coming to UMD’s campus in College Park. Keep reading…
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Events: Hear ye, hear ye, speak up at DC’s budget and performance oversight hearings!
Speak at the DC performance oversight and budget hearings, discuss how to address the region's homelessness and affordable housing needs, weigh in on Montgomery County's budget as well as Dupont Circle bike lanes, and more in this week's urbanist events. Keep reading…