Mt. Vernon Square, from the south interior window wall of the Washington Convention Center. All of this will be under a vehicle and pedestrian security perimeter December 12-15,  2022 by Jill Slater used with permission.

DC announces street closure, Metro disruptions ahead of US-Africa Leaders Summit

DC will see numerous street closures in light of the US-Africa Leaders Summit, happening from Dec. 12 through Dec. 15. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians may be subject to security measures should they enter perimeters, and Metrobus routes will also be affected. Additionally, Mount Vernon Square Metro station will be closed during this time.  (Margaret Barthel / DCist)  

Alexandria’s planning commission approves Landmark redevelopment plans

Alexandria’s Planning Commission has voted 5-1 in favor of redevelopment plans for what was once the Landmark Mall, which would include multifamily housing, retail space, and medical offices. However, one commissioner expressed concern that the project won’t meet certain environmental standards.  (Vernon Miles / ALXNow)  

MoCo seeks applicants to fill three positions on Planning Board

Montgomery County is looking for applicants to fill three vacant slots on its Planning Board following October’s mass resignation. While the County Council appointed five acting members shortly thereafter, they now seek applicants to serve through the end of each position’s respective terms.  (Ginny Bixby / Bethesda Beat)  

Developers want to further re-develop Merrifield

Following the success of the Mosaic District, developers now eye the land between the neighborhood and the Dunn Loring station as an opportunity to build new housing. Tentative plans call for a mix of mid-rise multifamily housing and condos.  (Angela Woolsey / FFXNow)  

Metro board prepares for effects of free Metrobus fares

WMATA leaders have mixed feelings about a bill that would make Metrobus fare-free within DC. While acknowledging a subsidized fare system would increase ridership, they have also voiced concerns over its potential effects on the system’s funding.  (Justin George / Post)  

Maryland lawmakers voice concerns over proposed Red Line service cuts

The Montgomery County Delegation to the Maryland General Assembly has voiced its concerns over WMATA’s proposed Red Line service cuts. Metro claims these cuts would allow for better service in the Red Line’s most popular stations. The delegation says they would come at the expense of Montgomery County commuters.  (Hannah Ziegler / Montgomery Community Media)  

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