Breakfast links: Maryland county officials back detailed, dedicated plan for Metro
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Montgomery and Prince George’s officials have a detailed plan for dedicated Metro funding
A group of 10 officials from Montgomery and Prince George's counties have put together a detailed plan to address Metro's lack of dedicated funding. The plan recommends a streamlined board, new taxes in the counties, inspector general oversight, and a new strategic plan. (Post)
The battle over Brookland Manor could become a class action lawsuit
Residents of Brookland Manor, which is slated for redevelopment, want to be considered for class-action status in federal court in their fight to preserve access to affordable housing. (Andrew Giambrone / City Paper)
If you consider inflation, DC’s rising housing costs don’t look quite as bad
Housing prices in DC have increased considerably over the past ten years, but when adjusted for inflation, the increases don't look quite as severe. Two-bedroom units saw the biggest increase. (UrbanTurf)
Planning Board approves new housing for MoCo despite concerns
The Montgomery County Planning Board approved a project to build 309 units of single-family homes and townhouses near the I-270 and I-495 interchange, despite some residents' concerns over congestion and a lack of green space. (Bethany Rodgers / Bethesda Beat)
Region’s bus fares will increase by 25 cents
Bus fares for Metro and other systems across the region are set to increase by 25 cents on June 25. Ridership is down, and transit officials say that without dedicated funding, the fare hike is needed to cover higher operating costs. (Luz Lazo / Post)
DCPS leader wants to think big with new strategic plan
New DC Public Schools Chancellor Antwan Wilson will spend the summer developing a strategic plan that will try to address long-standing problems like the achievement gap, and he's reaching out to parents, teachers, and others for feedback. (Alejandra Matos / Post)
DC waits on Congress to green light Franklin Park redevelopment
District officials are hopeful that Congress will sign-off on a bill to let renovations of downtown's Franklin Square begin. The city has already set aside $14 million for the project, which will include new amenities like a playground and restrooms. (Rachel Chason / Post)
The housing crisis is still a reality for renters
While the housing market has largely improved for homeowners since the Great Recession, renters continue to face a housing crisis due to an increasing demand for affordable units and some of the lowest vacancy rates in decades. (Kriston Capps / CityLab)
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