Posts tagged Purple Line
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GGWash Sandbox: Could an interim bus mirror the Purple Line route?
Maryland spent years studying whether a bus would work for the Purple Line permanently, and correctly determined that it wouldn't and that light rail is needed. But could we enjoy some of the benefits of this new route a little sooner? Keep reading…
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Montgomery County caves on affordable housing near Metro in Silver Spring and will build it elsewhere
Montgomery County officials will allow childcare to go forward at the old library site in Silver Spring, but senior housing will be built five miles away. The decision sends a statement about who is welcome downtown. Keep reading…
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Prince George’s will replace most of its county elected officials this year. Will they set a good path?
Prince George's will select a variety of new elected officials in the Democratic primary on June 26. In a county where 79 percent of voters are Democrats, the primary is the election — so register to vote now! Keep reading…
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Here’s how you helped us shape transportation and policy in 2017
There were numerous moments where GGWash readers took action in 2017, both on big regional issues and smaller local ones. Keep reading…
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Breaking: Appeals court upholds the Purple Line
This decision allows the Purple Line, which broke ground in August, to continue moving forward. This case could set a precedent for future efforts by project opponents to block things they don’t like by demanding they be studied to death. Keep reading…
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Peter Dovak, transit graphic designer, has died
Peter was known for his astounding design work, which included our logo and Metro map variations of many kinds, regional transit diagrams, and beautiful posters of transit vehicles. Keep reading…
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Montgomery County’s Marc Elrich compares Purple Line development to “ethnic cleansing”
In many communities along the Purple Line, there are real concerns that the increase in value could boost the demand for homes and drive up prices, potentially pushing out lower-income people. Here's how NOT to respond to this situation. Keep reading…
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The old Silver Spring Library could become senior housing and a child care center, but opponents don’t want new homes
Montgomery County wants to turn the site of an old library in downtown Silver Spring into affordable housing for seniors, as well as a childcare center. Last week the county presented two options, but neighbors are organizing in opposition. Keep reading…
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We spent 31 years fighting for the Purple Line. Here’s what we learned.
The Purple Line brings a transformational promise of convenient transportation and livable communities to the Maryland inner suburbs. And that's not all. The successful conclusion of the 31-year struggle for the light rail line has a much wider significance. Keep reading…
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A trail in Bethesda will close for five years due to the Purple Line. It’s totally worth it.
Today, the Georgetown Branch Trail in Montgomery County closes for several years for Purple Line construction. While I'll miss it, losing the trail will be worth what we get in return Keep reading…