Posts tagged Dc
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Events: Join GGWash for our March meetup
Join GGWash for our March meetup. Explore emerging real estate trends. Learn about analytical efforts to track housing policies. Bike, book, and blossom. Read more in this week’s events post. Keep reading…
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CVS stores that should have apartments above them, ranked
The District has more than 50 CVS stores, and most of them are in one-story buildings. While the city would benefit from new housing above each and every one, some are more worthy than others. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Purple Line construction to temporarily shutter some University of Maryland dorms
UMD closing some dorms this summer due to Purple Line construction noise. Virginia Senate majority leader says Youngkin will need to compromise in order for arena proposal to move forward. Potential arrests, increased fines take effect today for Metro fare evasion. Keep reading…
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Photo Friday: Ring things in spring
Here are our some of our favorite images from around the Washington region this week! Compiled from images from the Greater and Lesser Washington Flickr pool and posts from Instagram tagging @greater_greater_washington. Keep reading…
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National links: The deadliest intersections in the US
Identifying where most fatal crashes occur in the US. What are the forces causing the feeling of “sameness” in cities around the world? California released a new transportation equity measurement tool. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: More affordable housing units approved for Crystal City
Arlington County Board approves bump in affordable housing at Crystal House; civic association opposes decision. Housing advocates organize to prevent narrowing of TOPA rights in DC. Montgomery County executive releases proposed budget that includes bump in affordable housing dollars. Keep reading…
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GGWash’s process for our 2024 DC primary endorsements
The District of Columbia’s 2024 primary election is June 4. Greater Greater Washington will be endorsing candidates in races for council seats in Ward 2, Ward 4, Ward 7, Ward 8; for the at-large majority-party seat; and for United States shadow senator and shadow representative. We’ll also weigh in on the emerging efforts to recall incumbent councilmembers. Keep reading…
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Permit renewal for Eckington asphalt plant raises questions about air quality, health
Fort Myer Eckington asphalt plant is situated, unusually, near a lot of people, schools, and recreational facilities. With the plant’s operating permit up for renewal, a neighbor took a deep dive into what that proximity means for a growing population. 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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Do Something: The week of March 11, 2024
This week on Do Something: weigh in on Rhode Island Avenue; the once and future Fort Myer asphalt plant; Moore Housing nears the finish line in Maryland; and get ready for endorsements in Virginia. Keep reading…