Posts about Walking
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Bike and Roll to School Day is May 3
Although biking to school brings health, mental, and social benefits, many kids don’t bike to school because driver behavior puts them at risk. This year’s Bike to School Day in Capitol Hill focuses on how a new DC law, plus the creative touch, can help kids ride safely. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DC Council pushes for more climate-related budget changes
DC Council committee proposes more climate funding and faster energy upgrades in annual budget. WMATA tested proposed new fare gates and decided they need to be taller. Early voting starts in local Virginia races on May 5 with housing a dominant issue. Keep reading…
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Part II: A better plan for joining up the MBT through Takoma and Takoma Park
Routing the MBT differently around the Takoma Metro Station could bring benefits for safety and connectivity. Why isn’t DDOT considering it? Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: New bill would allow DC to acquire land to create or preserve affordable housing
DC Councilmember Nadeau introduces public land acquisition bill to support affordable housing. DCHA claims it can’t manage additional funding for public housing repairs. DCHA’s housing waitlist reforms may have mixed results. Keep reading…
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National links: Donut art, zoning laws clash in free speech debate
A donut mural in New Hampshire sparks debate over free speech and zoning laws. City blocks are a reflection of their city’s character. How walkable cities enable true freedom. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Metro 8000-series interior renderings and configurations released
More potential 8000-series train designs released. EPA settles lawsuit with several states and DC over Chesapeake Bay pollution. DDOT will revisit Connecticut Avenue bike lanes in response to opponents’ complaints. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Long-anticipated Potomac Yard Metro station will open on May 19
Potomac Yard Metro station will open on May 19. Washington region rents in Class A apartment buildings seem to be moderating in early 2023. U.S. House passes resolution to halt DC police reform bill. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA announces more summer construction on Orange, Silver, and Green Lines
Summer service changes announced for the Orange, Silver, and Green Lines. Report: Former MoCo Planning Board Chair did not create a hostile work environment. Prince George’s County enacts new rental assistance program. Keep reading…
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Hill Family Biking: New group to organize rides, call for safe streets
A community’s efforts to fill a critical one-block gap in a safe biking network met with limited but intense opposition. Now, a group is forming to encourage families in Capitol Hill to bike together and support safe, inclusive infrastructure. Keep reading…
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Open Rock Creek Park to people. Close it to cars.
The case for closing more of Rock Creek Park to cars. Keep reading…