Breakfast links: President Trump’s budget threatens transit, but not Metro
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Trump’s transportation budget will likely drop funding for many public projects
The President's proposed federal budget would reduce transportation spending by 13% overall and place funding for many rail projects, including the Purple Line, in jeopardy. One silver lining: the budget does still include funding for Metro. (Post)
More pedestrian-friendly crossing coming to a crowded Columbia Heights intersection
DC will revamp 14th and Irving Streets NW to add an all-way pedestrian crossing, also known as a Barnes Dance, following the model at 7th and H Streets NW in Chinatown. The project is designed to make walking safer at this busy intersection. (Rachel Sadon / DCist)
Montgomery decides on the future of downtown Bethesda development this week
What's in store for development in downtown Bethesda over the next decade? If the Montgomery County Council approves a planning document this week, new development could come to another 4.2 million square feet downtown. (Bethany Rodgers / Bethesda Beat)
New bus lines planned to accompany the Silver Line buildout
As construction continues on Phase II of the Silver Line to Dulles Airport and Ashburn, Loudoun County officials are planning to adapt local bus routes to complement Metro service. (Max Smith / WTOP)
Federal budget proposals could defund DC’s Death with Dignity Law
The proposed federal budget would take advantage of Congressional budgetary oversight of DC and prevent the city from spending its own tax money to implement a recently passed measure that would permit physician-assisted suicide. (Fenit Nirappil / Post)
Historic designation could hinder Arlington school expansion
While Arlington County settles on the site for a new public school, a building under consideration may be tapped for historic designation. The Education Center building is an example of New Formalist design, but giving it historic status could limit the capacity for students. (Chris Teale / ARLNow)
As the region grows, so will commute times
As more jobs and more people flock to the region, commute times are expected to grow longer and delays will jump by 10 minutes on average by 2040. Local leaders do not see a way around longer drive times as long as cars remain the primary method of transportation in the region. (Max Smith / WTOP)
Better bike commuter infrastructure brings more of Seattle’s cyclists to work
The highest rates of bike commuting in Seattle are seen at workplaces within five blocks of protected bike lanes. The city incentivizes companies to provide bike resources like storage and showers as well. (Adam Russell / Mobility Lab)
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