Posts tagged Budget
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DC CFO’s take on reserves replenishment cuts against equity goals, common sense
By insisting that DC’s mayor replenish reserves more quickly than what the law requires, the District’s CFO is setting DC on a course for tougher cuts than may be necessary in the 2025 budget, says Tazra Mitchell of the DC Fiscal Policy Institute. Building on a history of Congressionally-required conservative fiscal management, the approach will force reductions in essential services in a budget that already is expected to include deep cuts. Keep reading…
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Officials must act on promise to fix the region’s Visualize 2050 transportation plan
The Visualize 2050 plan demonstrates where the region’s priorities are – endlessly widening roads to move vehicles, or giving people affordable and sustainable travel options and proximity to jobs and services. The current version is lacking on both equity and sustainability fronts. Washington region residents have until March 30 to comment. 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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Breakfast links: Baltimore’s new $1 vacant house purchase program passes city council
Baltimore board approves $1 vacant home sale program for individuals and community land trusts. No speed limit reduction planned for S. Carlin Springs in Arlington, despite high crash rate. Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne Nadeau introduces legislation to help spur reactivation of former U Street CVS site. Keep reading…
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Building Connections: Exploring the DC Department of Buildings
In the first installment of a new series by the DC Department of Buildings staff, learn about the agency and the data it uses to conduct its work. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Lawsuit may be deterring Missing Middle applications in Arlington
One year since Missing Middle passed in Arlington, applications slow to a trickle. 37 citations, 5 arrests on first day of new fare evasion powers for police. Senator Lucas holds firm against funding for arena in face of anticipated budget amendment by Governor Youngkin.
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Breakfast links: Two bills to protect renters pass Maryland House of Delegates
After floor debate, two tenant protections bills pass in Maryland House. US House passes “use it or lose it” bill focused on federal office space that could lead to sale of DC buildings. Alexandria contemplates cuts to already-limited DASH line 104. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Reluctantly, officials approve $425 million Purple Line boost
Maryland approves $425 million in additional funds for Purple Line, reluctantly and with strings attached. Thousands ticketed since January 29 for violating DC’s bus lane laws. Arlington County proposes to cut low-performing bus routes in budget. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: “Yes in God’s Backyard” policies gain steam
Region’s lawmakers look for ways to make it easier to redevelop churches to include affordable housing. Alexandria seeks public feedback on West End plan by March 31. Maryland leaders concerned about lack of revenue-generating measures for state’s $10B climate plan. Keep reading…
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Do Something: The week of March 4, 2024
This week on Do Something: historic preservation in Chevy Chase; budget season in DC; Montgomery County ditches parking minimums; and the 2000s are back (in a bad way). Keep reading…