Posts tagged Trees
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National links: Boston’s MBTA ridership rebounds, emphasizing mid-day and night service
How tree planting efforts can reflect historic distrust in city programs. Boston commuter rail sees ridership rebound by prioritizing off-peak service. Cities are learning lessons from New York’s High Line and pursuing their versions of the project. Plus, a quote on Governor Hochul’s 11th-hour reversal on road pricing. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Vienna passes ordinance to expand tree canopy
Vienna passes a tree preservation and canopy expansion ordinance. Unaffordable housing may be leading to out-migration in Washington region. Prince George’s County partners with locally based national nonprofit to build more playgrounds Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: MWCOG sets 50% tree canopy coverage goal for region
MWCOG sets goal of maintaining 50% tree canopy coverage regionally. Class action lawsuit filed against Foxtrot amid sudden closure and layoffs. EPA fines oil recycling facility in South Baltimore $230,000 for pollution. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DC will ticket drivers in bus stops starting Nov. 15, but delays wider bus lane enforcement plans
DC will start ticketing drivers at bus stops, holds off on enforcing bus lanes. Vienna Council funds a master plan for parks. Annapolis announced plans to tackle flooding at City Dock. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA operator safety lapses continue
WMATA cited for more rail operator safety lapses. West End property owners sue to stop homeless shelter construction. The delicate dance of Washington National Airport’s overnight runway repaving. Keep reading…
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Events: Share your thoughts on transportation accessibility in Montgomery County
Voice your concerns about accessibility in Montgomery County. Volunteer at this year’s annual Rock Creek Extreme Cleanup. Enjoy a guided walking tour of safer streets design principles in Arlington. Read more in this week’s events post. Keep reading…
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A divisive Arlington housing proposal can help save the climate and our wallets
“Missing middle” housing will not only help save our climate, but it will aid in rectifying past housing discrimination and bias in Arlington. Keep reading…
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National links: American cities not built for human connection
America, specifcally Houston, built for cars, not human connection. Why do people hate cyclists so much globally? Turning downtowns residential. Keep reading…
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Car-free travel idea: Backpacking via Metro
Here are a few transit-accessible places to go backpacking this summer. Keep reading…
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Events: Trees, more trees, and Dave Thomas Circle
Don your favorite holiday attire and bring the family and furry friends to celebrate this Friday, December 6. Cathedral Commons hosts its 5th Annual Tree Lighting to bring the joys of the season to residents of Northwest Washington, DC and beyond. Enjoy free photos with Santa (kids, dogs, and cats included), live performances, kids’ activities, and more. Keep reading…