Breakfast links: Metro embraces a low tech solution for track worker safety
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A new Metro safety rule seeks to improve operator awareness of track workers
To protect track workers from oncoming trains, a Metro worker will stand at the end of each affected platform to verbally warn each train operator of the upcoming construction area. Metro plans to eventually switch to an automated system. (Martine Powers / Post)
DC tore down a tent city in NoMa
DC cleared out the space beneath a bridge at L St NE in NoMa, removing tents and displacing the homeless individuals who lived there. DC encourages them to use public services, but many are reluctant to live in the city's homeless shelters and cannot afford their own housing. (Martin Austermuhle / WAMU)
Reston residents mobilize against denser zoning
“Reclaim Reston” is protesting a proposed zoning amendment which would increase the density of development in the area. The members argue that Fairfax County is pursing growth over public space and quality of living. (Katherine Berko / Reston Now)
What’s next for Montgomery County bike infrastructure
Montgomery County is putting together Master Plan for bikes that will use data about cycle routes and local riders' comments to fix holes in the county's existing bike infrastructure and create longer, more accessible bike routes for commuters or weekend cyclists. (Ethan Goffman / Mobility Lab)
Better buses hit Baltimore’s streets this week
After a year-long planning process following the demise of Baltimore's Red Line, the city launched its new bus system, BaltimoreLink, which features bus-only lanes and traffic lights timed for transit. (Colin Campbell / Baltimore Sun)
The sale of Terrace Manor prompts residents to demand disclosure from their landlord
Sanford Capital, neglectful owner of the Terrace Manor building, is looking to sell the property as part of a bankruptcy deal. The remaining Terrace Manor tenants are demanding more information about the surprisingly high price that the landlord is requesting. (Andrew Giambrone / City Paper)
New bill would allow DC residents to list nonbinary gender drivers licenses
DC could become the second jurisdiction in the country to allow residents to list their gender as “nonbinary” instead of “male” or “female” on their official license. DC Councilmember Brianne Nadeau introduced a bill on the matter this week. (Rachel Sadon / DCist)
Portland welcomes autonomous vehicle testing
Portland's mayor, city council, and transportation director are pursuing a driverless car pilot program that would allow approved companies to test their technology in the city, in the hopes that someday it could be used for public transportation. (Rachel Dovey / Next City)
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