Posts tagged Transportation
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Equity and sustainability will be the focus of a revamped USDOT grant program
The US Department of Transportation is re-branding one of its largest discretionary grant programs in order to reward regional and local governments who put “equity” and “sustainability” first in their transportation projects. But some advocates are holding their applause until they see how the department defines those critical terms. Keep reading…
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National links: HUD could be looking at a more proactive future
HUD nomineee Marcia Fudge could make the agency more proactive. A long-hidden river in Paris could come out of the dark. If we can’t stop gentrification, can we manage it? Keep reading…
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DDOT Director Jeff Marootian has a new gig in the Biden Administration
Marootian is set to serve in the Presidential Personnel Office as Special Assistant to the President for Climate and Science Agency Personnel. Keep reading…
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National links: Underwater barriers keep Venice dry during flooding emergencies
Barriers in Venice stave off dangerous tides. A look at the intersection between equity and urban commutes. Bergen, a city in Norway, is planning an emissions-free neighborhood, and more in this week’s National links. Keep reading…
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Events: Learn about what Vision Zero could mean for DC’s future
How will Vision Zero legislation shape DC’s future? How are the 1968 uprisings in DC connected to today’s protests against police brutality? How can congestion pricing help make transportation more equitable, and more in this week’s (virtual) urbanist events. Keep reading…
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Events: How does the public bus system move Black people?
How does the public bus system move Black people? Reimagining urban planning. Discovering smart cities, and more in this week’s urbanist events. Keep reading…
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Events: Let’s talk about race in DC
A discussion about race in DC. Several talks about the current state and future of transporation, and more in this week’s urbanist events. Keep reading…
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Events: How design and architecture may change in the age of COVID
Explore COVID-19’s impact on design and architecture. Find out why the public needs a voice in transit. Learn about DCRA’s new and improved residential permit process, and more in this week’s urbanist events. Keep reading…
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National links: How open-plan offices will adapt during the coronavirus pandemic
Open-plan offices will have to readjust to survive during the pandemic. Cities adapt quickly to allow for social distancing. Nashville’s mayor proposes a property tax hike to weather the financial blow that came from the coronavirus. Keep reading…
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Make your commute more fun this week by playing Transportation Bingo
Want to make your commute more meaningful and fun at the same time? Transit Equity Day is coming up on Feb. 4, and DC will be honoring it with its second-ever “Bus to Work Day.” Of course, here at GGWash, we believe that every day is an opportunity to use transit, which is why we hope you’ll join us in getting ready for Transit Equity Day by playing some Transportation Bingo. Here’s how it work. Keep reading…