Breakfast links: Suited for development
GSA focusing on TOD
WMATA is working with the GSA to develop land around metro stations for federal offices. A partnership could help transform many suburban stations, particularly in Prince George’s County. (Post)
A diffrerent redevelopment of Southwest
Developers are looking to transform the Southwest waterfront without replacing the existing community. Some public housing residents have concerns but houseboat dwellers remain confident they will maintain their community. (Post, City Paper)
CaBi coming to Montgomery
Montogmery County is launching a pilot program to bring Capital Bikeshare to the area. The FTA is funding the program, which will support 20 stations and 200 bikes. (TBD)
How can Custis Trail improve?
A tunnel under Lynn Street in Rosslyn could make the Custis Trail safer because drivers have hit several bikes there. A 2006 plan explored tunnel options, but potential development could make if difficult. (WashCycle)
Students want greater ANC role
ANC2E in Georgetown is adding an eighth SMD. The redistricting working group want to increase student commissioners from one to two, but GU students are pushing for three. (Georgetown Patch)
Security gate creates danger
A seven building apartment complex in Shipley Terrace has only one entrance through a security gate. The limited access can hinder emergency responders and residents cannot escape street crime easily. (WAMU)
DC schoolbuses don’t make the grade
Buses for DC’s special education students are improperly maintained and poorly run and students often endure hours-long rides. The program could remain under court control if the city cannot transport students safely. (Post)
And…
Seven Virginia towns included on best small towns list (WTOP) … MPD arrested 74 people in a prostitution ring (NBC Washington) … Electrical problems caused water pumps to fail, leading to Metro delays (Examiner) … Wonder Bread factory in Shaw could earn historic status. (WBJ)