Posts tagged Dedicated Funding
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Our endorsement for Maryland governor in the Democratic primary: Rushern Baker
The state of Maryland is poised to make fundamental and critical decisions about public education, infrastructure, and the environment that will have long-lasting consequences for generations as it chooses its next governor. We urge Maryland Democrats to nominate Rushern Baker as the smart growth leader and experienced executive this strong and growing state needs. Keep reading…
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A letter from DC Council chairman Phil Mendelson and five colleagues could imperil the Metro funding deal
A letter, released yesterday from DC Council chairman Phil Mendelson and five other council members, argues DC shouldn't pay what Virginia expects. That could lead Virginia or Maryland to pull back on their own contributions, leaving Metro with not enough money for needed repairs and upgrades. Keep reading…
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Virginia approves historic Metro funding, but cuts to other transportation may be a painful consequence
Local transit advocates in Virginia and elsewhere in the region are happy about the breakthrough in funding, which the system has lacked since it opened in 1976. However, much of the money is being pulled from transit, roads, and pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure improvements in Northern Virginia. Keep reading…
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On Saturday, the Virginia legislature may pass historic Metro funding — if you help
If you're a Virginia resident supportive of dedicated funding for Metro, please call your representative to express support for a full $154 million Metro contribution and nothing less. Keep reading…
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The Virginia General Assembly tackles Metro funding
Our nation’s capital deserves a world class transit system, and we have the opportunity to get Metro back on track, says Sharon Bulova. Keep reading…
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Here’s what Metro bills are on the table in Maryland
The WMATA Compact was signed more than 50 years ago, but 2018 may be the year that WMATA finally secures the dedicated funding stream it has long needed. Keep reading…
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Leaders: Get off your butts, reform and fund Metro for more than a year
Regional officials sound like they're giving up on comprehensive reform of Metro in 2018 and punting it to at least 2019, but any delay means more danger things never get fixed. Now a coalition of advocacy, business, and other local organizations are demanding that elected leaders reform Metro's funding and governance. Keep reading…
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What Virginia races involve urbanism-related issues?
Virginians will vote for a new governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, and members of the General Assembly. Are there races you're tracking where some of our issues are relevant? Keep reading…
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Almost everyone agrees WMATA needs funding
Momentum is growing for dedicated revenue, and possibly associated reforms, for the struggling Metro system. A group of 21 business associations issued a statement last week calling for action to save Metro. So did 18 nonprofit organizations. And so have five local faith-based organizing groups and Metro's largest union. Will legislators follow? Keep reading…
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A group of Maryland legislators wants to reform Metro. Here’s their plan.
Last week, a group of Maryland state legislators introduced a plan for overhauling Metro. Among the changes in the proposal: WMATA’s Board of Directors would be limited to one appointee from each jurisdiction, the Inspector General’s office would have more power, the Rider's Advisory Council would have a greater voice, and a dedicated funding source for Metro would be mandatory. Keep reading…