A DC Metrobus by Elvert Barnes licensed under Creative Commons.

The conversations we have about public transit today will shape the future of millions of people after the pandemic has subsided. Join GGWash and the Young Professionals in Transportation for a moderated discussion about the opportunities we have to elevate public transportation as an essential component of economic recovery post the COVID-19 crisis.

We will discuss the challenges our public transit systems will face in the coming months and will hear from local and national experts about the opportunities we have to help ensure that our leaders recognize the importance of public transit in building an equitable and sustainable response to the current economic crisis.

Confirmed speakers include Emiko Atherton, Vice President for Thriving Communities and Director of the National Complete Streets Coalition, and Maura Brophy, Director of Transportation and Infrastructure, for the Federal City Council. The conversation begins at 5 pm Wednesday, May 13. This discussion is free and open to the public. Register here.

Other (virtual) events from around the region:

Thursday, May 7

How to create better streets, curbs, and sidewalks during the coronavirus pandemic: Many cities around the world are closing some streets to cars and opening them to pedestrians and cyclists during the pandemic. Some bike infrastructure plans are also being sped up. The Eno Center for Transportation will be hosting a webinar about “how cities are taking action and how new digital tools can support more dynamic management of their streets, curbs, and sidewalks.” The class will be from 2 to 2:30 pm on Thursday. Register for this free webinar.

Tuesday, May 12

Meet Ward 2 council candidate Patrick Kennedy: GGWash will host a virtual meet-and-greet with our pick for the Ward 2 council seat, Patrick Kennedy. Join us for a chat with Patrick about housing, transportation, and land use in DC and Ward 2, and hear what his plans are should he be elected to the DC council. A video link will be shared with registered users in advance. This event will be from 7:30 pm to 9 pm, Tuesday, May 12. Register here.

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George Kevin Jordan was GGWash's Editor-in-Chief. He is a proud resident of Hillcrest in DC's Ward 7. He was born and raised in Milwaukee and has written for many publications, most recently the AFRO and about HIV/AIDS issues for TheBody.com.