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Metro in the middle

Metro ranks as average in safety and reliability when compared to other rail transit systems, according to a new report.  However, Metro did score low marks in two areas: rider and employee deaths. (Post)  

Keeping developers accountable

The District government does a poor job making sure developers are held accountable for promises made, like requirements to hire a minimum number of DC residents in exchange for loans or tax credits. (Post)  

Long road to affordability

The new Beacon Center development in Ward 4 is an example of the new affordable housing projects made possible under DC’s Housing Production Trust Fund, which hopes to serve 2,600 residents. (City Paper)  

No new affordability in NoVa

The lack of affordable housing continues to be a dominant issue in Northern Virginia’s housing market.  Buyers looking for deals will find the most options in areas like Stafford and Prince William’s counties. (Post)  

The I-270 struggle

Montgomery and Frederick County leaders want to restart efforts to widen I-270 days after a plan to add BRT to the congested corridor lost funding.  But they don’t think commuters should expect changes anytime soon. (WTOP)  

FBI building’s replacement

The National Capital Planning Commission’s guidelines for redeveloping the FBI headquarters land call for public space along Pennsylvania Avenue NW and building heights ranging from 135 to 160 feet. (Curbed)