Posts tagged Pedestrians
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Would Baltimore be better off with a regional transit authority?
Despite being Maryland’s largest locally operated transit system, the MTA hasn’t delivered a single new rail project since the 1990s. The system hasn’t expanded using more affordable modes like bus rapid transit, either. A grassroots activist coalition is proposing that a new transit authority could be more responsive to the region’s transit needs. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA, arena funding both missing from Virginia Senate budget
Potomac Yard stadium and WMATA funding both left out of Virginia Senate spending blueprint. Neighbors organize around proposed rezoning of U Street NW property. Pepco will mail out trees to homes to help cut energy costs. Keep reading…
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Take a trip in time (and leap to action!) with TranspoBINGO
All aboard! It’s time for the annual TranspoBINGO tradition, and you’re invited to participate! Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Baltimore gets second chance at HUD reimbursement funds
Baltimore receives HUD approval for second chance at $6.4 million reimbursement. Zoning commission to review plans for large residential project near RFK stadium. Environmental restoration closes DC’s Kingman Island for a week. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Majority of Marylanders oppose one-cent transportation sales tax
Most Marylanders say no thanks to funding transportation projects through a one-cent sales tax. Bowser says Monumental will be held to its lease; Va. Senator Lucas declares arena deal dead. Some Montgomery County councilmembers express concern over being overlooked for major sports venues. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Potomac Yard arena plan may disrupt walkable Route 1 plan
Proposed Caps, Wizards relocation upends plans to urbanize Route 1. Virginia is closing a loophole that has enabled Marylanders to register cars in Virginia and avoid buying car insurance. Prince George’s County tenants rally for permanent rent stabilization. Keep reading…
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National links: Density creates happiness, when designed with well-being in mind
Is the key to happiness proximity to a coffee shop? Transit subsidies are productive. New York not flexing transportation funds. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Arlington has lowest county-level traffic fatality rate in country
Arlington County has lowest traffic fatality rate in nation among counties with 100,000+ people. WMATA announces partial Red Line closure this summer as part of Purple Line construction. DC readies for next comprehensive planning process. Keep reading…
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A law to get climate and transportation on the same page in Maryland
The TCA would require the Maryland Department of Transportation and regional transportation planning agencies to measure and mitigate any forecast increases in vehicle travel and climate pollution caused by proposed highway expansion projects over $10 million, by improving transit, biking, or remote work options. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Congress advances plans for RFK site redevelopment
House committee advances bill for redevelopment of RFK stadium site. EPA allocates $45 million for cleanup of contaminated Bear Creek in Baltimore County. Virginia General Assembly considering two bills to aid in cyclist safety. Keep reading…