Breakfast links: DC could cap the number of scooter and bikeshare companies. Micromobility providers aren’t happy
Person riding a Lyft scooter in DC by Elvert Barnes licensed under Creative Commons.
Micromobility providers push back against a possible scooter cap
Scooter companies Bird, Lime, Lyft, and Helbiz penned an open letter to the DC Department of Transportation opposing proposed regulations limiting the number of scooter and bike-share companies allowed to operate in the District. (Kea Wilson / Streetsblog USA. Tip: Chester B.)
African American cemetery will be spared in Beltway-widening plans
The chief archaeologist for the Maryland Department of Transportation committed to avoiding Moses Morningstar Cemetary, a historic African American cemetery, during construction to expand the Beltway’s toll lanes. (Katherine Shaver / Post)
The Silver Line extension could open soon (but don’t jinx it)
Metro announced that construction of the oft-delayed Silver Line could be completed as early as November. This means the second phase, which extends through Dulles and out to Ashburn, would be open to passengers early next year. (Justin George / Post)
Afghan refugees need access to more affordable housing
The Montgomery County Muslim Foundation organized a rally on Thursday in support of Afghan refugees. Advocates say refugees are having a difficult time finding affordable housing in the area and are calling for federal assistance. (Gigi Barnett / WTOP)
Metro board considers six future expansion options
On Thursday, Metro’s board reviewed the six options for future rail system expansion released earlier this week that aim to fix capacity issues at the Rosslyn Tunnel, with some plans calling for new service lines and up to eight new stations. Cost could be the biggest stumbling block. (Jordan Pascale / DCist)
Developers share new plans for former Armed Forces Retirement Home
Developers presented updated plans at an ANC 4C meeting for a mixed-use development on the 272-acre Armed Forces Retirement Home site in DC. It will provide 3,000 units, 15% of which will be affordable, and 20 acres of open space. (Nena Perry-Brown / UrbanTurf)
Montgomery County fully mandates vaccination for school staff
Montgomery County announced on Thursday that the school system’s 24,000 employees will be required to receive the coronavirus vaccine. Previously, school employees were allowed the option for weekly testing in lieu of vaccination. (Donna St. George / Post)
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