Breakfast links: Food banks see a surge in demand while commercial donations decrease
A food bank by Rick Reinhard licensed under Creative Commons.
Food banks are grappling with increased demand
Across the DC region, food banks report dramatic increases in clients. The increase in demand due to the coronavirus comes as donations from corporate entities, for example, grocery stores, have dropped off. (Julie Zauzmer / Post)
DC, Maryland look at when to ease coronavirus restrictions
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has announced a group to examine how best to reopen the city. The action comes ahead of Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s announcement of a similar plan. Both leaders are looking at how to ease restrictions without increasing Coronavirus’ spread. (Antonio Olivo, Fenit Nirappil and Erin Cox / Post)
Vienna looks to alter one of the town’s commercial zones
The Vienna Town Council may push a zoning deadline for the town’s Maple Avenue Commercial zone. The decision is due by June 30, but the council could vote by June 1 to push that decision, after previously pushing it previously. (Catherine Douglas Moran / Tysons Reporter)
DC adds to sidewalk space for social distancing
DC is expanding sidewalks around the city to help with social distancing. However, many assert that the action still does not provide enough space, with for calls up to an including whole streets. (Jordan Pascale / WAMU)
More people are looking at real estate again
After a pronounced dip in virtual and in-person property showings in DC this month, it appears that viewings have increased recently. (Nena Perry-Brown / Urbanturf)
A development project in Bethesda moves forward
A redevelopment proposal for Battery Lane in Bethesda was approved by the Montgomery County Planning Board. This clears the way for the developer to begin designing and outlining development phases, which will then need to be approved by the Planning Board, as well. (Caitlynn Peetz / Bethesda Magazine)
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