Breakfast links: Electric vehicle charger expansion coming to region in 2023
EV charging stations coming to area interstates in 2023
Electric vehicle charging stations will be installed along Interstates 66, 95, 270, and 295 as part of a federal initiative to increase access and range of electric vehicle charging stations to every 50 miles, no more than one mile away from the interstate. Fast charging stations, that can charge an EV battery between 15 and 45 minutes, would also be installed. (Luz Lazo / Post)
Some migrant families in DC still shut out of resettlement services
Venezuelan migrants bused to DC still cite issues with being allowed to gain identification and residency documents, which is limiting access to other social service agencies and health clinics, namely those providing aid with domestic violence, LGBTQ resources, and pediatric healthcare. (Amanda Michelle Gomez / DCist)
MoCo Council President defends Thrive 2050 in response to Elrich’s criticism
Montgomery County President Gabe Albornoz said County Executive Marc Elrich’s calls to delay Tuesday’s vote on Thrive 2050 due to the dismissal of the entire Planning Board is simply “political posturing,” and he pointed out that many stakeholders and groups were part of the review process. (Ginny Bixby / Bethesda Beat)
Fairfax County officials approve library development proposal in Reston
The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority has given the green light for plans to redevelop Bowman Towne Court in Reston to be redeveloped into a new housing complex and a revamped library. (Fatimah Waseem / FFXnow)
College Park residents speak out against proposed development at wooded area
Some College Park residents have been sounding off about a proposed development at Paint Branch Preserve North and South, which is home to dozens of heritage trees. Others say additional housing would add more congestion to the area. (Hannah Ziegler / The Diamondback)
Motorist kills pedestrian in Gaithersburg on Saturday
On Saturday night, a motorist struck and killed a 39-year-old pedestrian on Midcounty Highway in Gaithersburg. The motorist remained on the scene, and police are withholding the victim’s name until next of kin can be notified. (Bethesda Beat)
Rosslyn RCA building dismantlement still in progress
The old office building will be replaced with a taller pair of apartment towers, reconfigured access roads and walkways to the Rossyln Metro station, a Capital Bikeshare station, and protected bus and bike lanes. The old building is being dismantled slowly, rather than imploded. (ARLNow)
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