Breakfast links: Honestly
Frank and fixing
Metro General Manager Wiedefeld has been candid and honest about Metro’s problems following Monday’s smoke incident. It’s a step in the right direction for transparency and safety at the long-troubled agency. (WAMU)
Honest BART
On Wednesday, passengers complained on Twitter about major delays on San Francisco’s BART. BART responded with refreshing honesty about long-standing issues planning for maintenance and a growing population. (Vox)
Council scrutinizes shelter plan
The DC Council is very concerned about the head-scratchingly expensive plans for new homeless shelters, but all agree that DC General needs to close. (Post)
W&OD at Wiehle
With increased foot traffic around Wiehle Avenue following the opening of the Silver Line, Fairfax County will build a new pedestrian bridge for the W&OD trail. The bridge should open by 2021. (RestonNow, KC) (Tip: KC)
No more institutionalization
50 years ago, people with intellectual disabilities in DC were sent to live at Forest Haven, an institution that’s still fighting legal battles over inhumane practices. Now DC is working to include people with intellectual disabilities in the community, with housing and job support. (WAMU)
Beer garden at bat
DC’s Alcohol Beverage Control Board denied a liquor license for a beer garden near Nationals ballpark. They said the beer garden would be too noisy and doesn’t provide enough parking or a safe street crossing. (JDLand)
Driven to serve
During the Metro shutdown bus drivers saved the day, answering endless questions from unfamiliar, but grateful, riders and keeping control to make sure as many riders as possible safely made it on the crowded buses. (Post)
Co-everything
Cohabitate with your coworkers? A few companies are offering dorm-style spaces targeted at start-ups and millennials. Still, monthly rent for these spaces can be as high as $1,800. (Upstart, KC)