Paving between the embedded tracks installed on Union Drive at the University of Maryland. by Purple Line.

UMD closing some dorms this summer due to Purple Line construction noise

The University of Maryland plans to close several residence halls along Campus Drive for part of the summer due to noise pollution associated with the construction of the Purple Line. The announcement comes amid concerns from students and experts about the impact of noise pollution and air pollution on students’ health and well being.  (Sumaya Abdel-Motagaly / The Diamondback)  

Virginia Senate majority leader says Youngkin will need to compromise in order for arena proposal to move forward

Virginia Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell pushed back on the likelihood that Governor Youngkin’s proposed Potomac Yard arena would move forward if the governor introduced it in a budget amendment. The governor’s budget resubmission must have a simple up or down vote without amendments, and Surovell said the governor will need to come to the table for discussion and compromise, which would be more feasible in a special session of the legislature.  (Jessica Kronzer / WTOP)  

Potential arrests, increased fines take effect today for Metro fare evasion

Starting today, people who avoid paying Metro fares in DC are required to provide their name and address to law enforcement if stopped or else they could face arrest or a fine of up to $100. The policy change is one part of the recently passed Secure DC public safety bill.   (Rafael Sanchez-Cruz / WUSA9)  

Project to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians on Little Falls Parkway to begin this fall

Construction to reduce the number of lanes on a nearly half-mile stretch of Little Falls Parkway from Arlington Road to Dorset Avenue in Bethesda is set to commence later this fall. The construction is part of a larger project aimed at improving safety for cyclists and pedestrians on the parkway by adding new bike lanes, signage, and lane separators.  (Elia Griffin / MoCo360)  

130-unit multifamily project proposed to replace asphalt lot in Friendship Heights

A developer has proposed a four- to six-story multifamily building with 130 units at 4201 Garrison Street NW near Wisconsin Avenue in Friendship Heights. The project, in the early planning stages, is adjacent to a planned residential development on a site that was once home to the WTTG-Fox 5 headquarters and would replace an asphalt lot.  (UrbanTurf)  

Arlington County Board considers purchase of vacant Columbia Pike home to improve pedestrian safety

The Arlington County Board is weighing whether to purchase a vacant home at the intersection of S. Rolfe Street and Columbia Pike in order to realign the intersection to feature one, rather that two, traffic signals and add a pedestrian crossing. County staff are also pursuing eminent domain (with financial compensation) as an option should the owner refuse the offer, citing public safety and welfare concerns.  (Daniel Egitto / ARLnow)  

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