Breakfast links: What will commuting, public transit look like after the coronavirus pandemic?
People waiting for DC Metrorail prior to the pandemic by GKJ.
When restrictions ease, what will commuting look like?
What will public transit look like as social distancing eases? It’s hard to know, as more workers may opt to telework or those that commute will avoid public transit in favor of individual cars. (Jordan Pascale / WAMU)
Calls for a rent strike mount in DC
With soaring unemployment and continued shutdowns, many individuals and businesses are facing shortfalls and crunches when it comes to rent and bills. There is a growing call, endorsed by the DC Tenants Union, for a strike on rent this month if elected officials don’t suspend rent and mortgage payments. (Marissa J. Lang / Post)
MoCo approves funds for new pedestrian tunnel in Bethesda
The Montgomery County Council approved $54.9 million for a pedestrian tunnel beneath Wisconsin Avenue in Bethesda, continuing the Capital Crescent Trail. The tunnel will be adjacent to the new Purple Line route, helping to connect those networks. (Katherine Shaver / Post)
Arlington County approves its new budget
Arlington County has approved a much slimmer budget than the council was eyeing earlier in 2020, due to the uncertainty caused by the coronavirus. The budget anticipates declining revenue and delays on several items while freezing certain rates to account for that. (ARLNow)
Developer includes space for DC Central Kitchen in design
A development application for the Buzzard Point Coast Guard headquarters includes an application for space to house DC Central Kitchen. The application includes space for DCCK’s operations, as well as space for their office needs. (Nena Perry-Brown / UrbanTurf)
DC restaurants look for ways to stay open
DC’s restaurants and their workers need assistance. Local restaurants are asking for flexibility for how to use funds from the Paycheck Protection Program to help keep them afloat, while waiting to be able to safely re-open for customers. (Eliza Berkon / WAMU)
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