Photo by Steve Rhodes

Discover tactical urbanism and how it’s making cities better, advocate for faster bus lanes on 16th Street, weigh in on the future Potomac Yard Metro station, and join the WABA Action Committee to encourage more complete streets.

Tactical urbanism: Creative, low-cost projects, from pop-up parks to open streets initiatives, can inspire long-term change that means more walkable and inclusive neighborhoods.

On April 21, join Mike Lydon, one of the founders of the tactical urbanist movement, for a discussion of how creative, low-cost projects can build support for permanent work. Greater Greater Washington will co-host Mike at a forum with the Coalition for Smarter Growth and Island Press from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Smith Public Trust at 3514 12th Street NE.

After the jump: bus lanes, Potomac Yard Metro, a safer Suitland Road, and a mini-conference.

Pressure for bus lanes: After last year’s advocacy campaign for a 16th Street bus lane, DDOT is kicking off a the next required step, a year-long study, on Tuesday, March 31. Public involvement will be critical in ensuring that the study leads to action, and the Coalition for Smarter Growth is organizing supporters to attend the kickoff at the Mt. Pleasant Library (2160 16th St NW).

Potomac Yard Metro: Alexandrians awaiting the infill Potomac Yard Metro station can rejoice: the next step is here! Last week, officials released the draft environmental impact statement for four alternative locations being considered.

Public comment on the alternatives is open through May 18, then City Council will vote on which to make the preferred alternative. So be sure to weigh in at one of two upcoming public meetings tomorrow (Tuesday, March 31): the Community Open House from 5-6:30 pm, and the Implementation Meeting directly following. Both meetings are at Alexandria City Hall (301 King Street).

Safer Suitland: Suitland Road, a major thoroughfare in Prince George’s County, could be better for people in cars, on bikes, or on foot. WABA’s Action Committee is hosting a community walk to show people how. Join their stroll on Saturday, April 4 from 10 to 12:30 pm at 4724 Suitland Rd in Suitland, MD.

Bodies and Boundaries: NYU is hosting a mini conference in DC on how boundaries, both real and imagined, impact daily living. Bodies and Boundaries will start with a movie screening on Friday, April 2, at 6:30 pm, followed by a short day of panels and speakers from 8:30 am to 3:15 pm on Saturday, April 3. Both events are at 1307 L St NW. Registration is recommended.

Affordability with APA: Talk affordable housing for Montgomery County next Tuesday 4/7 at 5:30 pm with Praj Kasbekar, of the Montgomery Housing Partnership. The event is part of the American Planning Association’s Tuesdays at APA” series at 1030 15th St NW.

Do you know of an upcoming event that may be interesting, relevant, or important to Greater Greater Washington readers that should go on our events calendar? Send it to us at events@ggwash.org.