Breakfast links: Transportation piggy bank

Chipping in for Metro

WMATA will get $75 million total from DC, Maryland, and Virginia for its 2025 plan, but that’s only half of what it needs. Upgrades and improvements could be delayed if the funding isn’t available. (DCist)

Funding transportation with tax reform

Will the US pay for transportation with corporate tax reform? Both the Republican and Democratic plan would prioritize transit projects and repairing current infrastructure over new road construction. (Streetsblog)

Down on the corner

DC has over 500 corner stores from Deanwood and Anacostia to Georgetown and Bloomingdale. Chevy Chase residents love their corner market, so why do many of them oppose the zoning rewrite that could bring more? (City Paper)

No fly list

A DC resident was stopped by a TSA agent who thought her license was not a valid state-issued identification for boarding a plane. The incident has roused supporters of DC statehood. (Post)

No parking for these U Street residents

A developer wants to build 19 small apartments without parking near U Street. There is no alley, and residents would not be eligible for RPP stickers. The ANC dislikes the design, however. (SALM)

Stop pop-ups vs. stop NIMBYism

There’s a battle of signs going on around pop-ups in Lanier Heights. Some people posted “stop pop-ups” signs, which prompted one person to post a “stop NIMBYism” rebuttal. (PoPville)

Gentrification angers Spike Lee

During a lecture in Brooklyn, Spike Lee went on a provocative rant about gentrification. Lee later retorted he isn’t against new people moving in, but to respect the neighborhood’s history and culture. (NY Mag, CNN)

Fort Belvoir’s spillover effects

After base realignment, Fort Belvoir now boasts twice the number of employees as the Pentagon. How should Fairfax County respond to the increased demand for its municipal resources as the post continues to grow? (Post)

Arlington roads in poor condition

Residents in Arlington are concerned about road conditions after a report showed 30% are more susceptible to potholes and damage. The county plans to repave 72 miles of road this year. (ArlNow)

And…

It’s still cheaper to buy a house in the area than rent, but that may change this year. (Trulia) … Are DC parking officials exempt from “No Parking” signs? (PoPville)