Breakfast links: Metro’s board questions the impact of budget cuts on low-income riders
People on the Metro by Elvert Barnes licensed under Creative Commons.
Were low-income riders fully considered in Metro’s budget cut analysis?
The Metro board’s analysis of proposed budget cuts did not include a full analysis of how those cuts will affect low income riders. The revelation has led to criticism from board members, given the high percentage of low income riders. (Justin George / Post. Tip: Chester B.)
Virginia expands its rent relief program
Virginia will expand its Rent and Mortgage Relief Program. The expansion allows landlords to apply for relief for missed payments on behalf of their tenants dating back to April 1. (InsideNOVA)
Prince George’s will remain in Phase Two of reopening
Prince George’s County has announced that it will remain in Phase Two. Though there are continued positive developments in the region’s coronavirus metrics, the county will continue to maintain more stringent proccesses to further reduce coronavirus cases. (Post)
Plans for a water intake station threaten a historic site
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has named Rassawek, a trading post and capitol city of the Monacan Indian Nation on the James River, as the most endangered historic site in the country. Today, plans to build a water intake station threaten the site. (Gregory Schneider / Post)
Washington City Paper is reducing print editions to one per month
Washington City Paper will reduce its print editions to one issue per month, citing reduced revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic. (Nathan Diller / WAMU)
A look at young activists in the DC statehood movement
With the movement for DC statehood receiving increased attention, WAMU profiles a crop of new, young activists who are working to make DC the 51st state. (Mikaela Lefrak and Tyrone Turner / WAMU)
Restaurants look at sales now that cold weather is coming
As the seasons change and outdoor dining will presumably decrease, food establishments are eyeing how to keep sales up during the pandemic. (John Domen / WTOP)
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