Breakfast links: See 9 places in DC reenvisioned with the pandemic in mind
What might places like the National Mall look like in a world where life with the pandemic is a permanent fixture? Image by Jonathan Cutrer licensed under Creative Commons.
Planners, designers offer a revamped look at 9 spaces in DC
The staff at the Washingtonian asked planners, designers, and architects to reenvision nine well known spaces in DC considering the pandemic may become a permanent fixure in our lives. Here’s what places like Dulles Airport, the National Mall, and more might look like. (Washingtonian)
Alexandria renters push for eviction moratorium extension
Residents of Southern Towers apartments in Alexandria facing eviction went to the home of Virginia state Sen. George Barker to advocate for an extension of Virginia’s eviction moratorium through next spring. Evictions in Virginia are set to expire on September 7. (Eliza Berkon / DCist)
Kamala Harris’s transportation record
Kamala Harris’s transportation track record offers some insight into what a potential Biden-Harris presidency could mean for transportation. Her recognition of the need to reduce car miles traveled to combat climate change, pro-transit stance, and action on environmental racism has been applauded by sustainable transportation advocates. (Kea Wilson / Streetsblog)
Toll revenue declines in the region
Toll revenue throughout the region dropped by 90% compared to a year ago, according to financial statements released by the company that manages and operates the toll lanes. Unsurprisingly the drop in toll revenues correlates with drivers staying home due to coronavirus restrictions. (Jack Moore / WTOP)
Public hearing for the Beltway and I-270 toll road project scheduled next week
Residents will get a chance to give input on the I-495/I-270 Managed Lanes Study Draft Environmental Impact Statement next week at the first of six scheduled public hearings. There will be four virtual public hearings and two in-person meetings. (Michelle Basch / WTOP)
MDOT SHA makes road improvements at fatal crash site
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is making $1.9 million worth of roadway safety improvements at the site of the fatal 2016 car crash on River Road. A Walt Whitman high school student and his parents were killed by a driver going more than 70 miles over the speed limit. (Caitlynn Peetz / Bethesda Beat)
Oped: Career fair housing advocate is glad to see Obama-era Fair Housing rule go
Jonathan Zasloff, a UCLA law professor and author shares his belief that it was good to see Trump’s repeal of the Obama-era Fair Housing rule given that it did not contain the policy tools necessary to further fair housing. (Jonathan Zasloff / Planetizen)
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