Posts tagged Scooters
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Alexandria’s Duke Street: An opportunity for BRT, and a walk- and bike-friendly corridor
The City of Alexandria wants to make a four-mile section of Duke Street a key transit corridor. How this can work and also be a great space for bicycles and pedestrians. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Metrorail wheel concerns may be linked to track problems
Metrorail’s 7000 series train issues may also be linked to older track problems. MoCo Council seeks stricter e-scooter rules. Some Arlingtonians concerned dogs may use a park outside of “dog park” sections. Keep reading…
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An unrealistic transportation plan for Northern Virginia points to real solutions
How the proposed Northern Virginia TransAction2045 transportation plan can do more for the climate and fostering livable, equitable communities, using solutions that aren’t directly proposed in their report. Keep reading…
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Coalition releases new Georgetown transportation alternatives for review
Georgetown to Metrorail Transit Study Coalition releases six alternatives for more car-free options between existing Metrorail stations and Georgetown Keep reading…
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Half of Richmond’s scooter providers have left town this year. What does that mean for micromobility in the city?
While some scooter providers have stepped away, the others remaining, as well as new providers, are ready and willing to step in, with enhanced guidance from city leaders on how to best serve riders. Keep reading…
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What could Mayor Bowser’s FY23 budget proposal mean for housing and transportation in DC?
This week Mayor Muriel Bowser released parts of her FY23 budget proposal. Here are some highlights of the plan. Keep reading…
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DC trails are set to have rangers year-round. Here’s what they do.
Rangers will roam DC’s trails year-round, seven days a week thanks to an expanded partnership between DDOT and WABA. Keep reading…
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Reflections on “fixing” Dave Thomas Circle
Earlier this month, DDOT released its “final” design for the intersection known as Dave Thomas Circle. With construction slated to begin next summer, one longtime advocate for the renovation takes stock of the progress advocates made, explains where we fell short and identifies lessons for future projects. Keep reading…
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At a Fairfax County intersection: new housing is underway as pedestrian safety plans are in flux
Conflict between the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Fairfax County is jeopardizing a plan to improve pedestrian safety at the intersection of Route 123 and University Drive, which is currently designed almost single-mindedly for vehicle throughput. Keep reading…
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Wednesday is Car Free Day
Walk, bike, hop on a bus, ride a scooter… just try not to drive in a car alone, and you’re set. Keep reading…