Here's our roundup of "must-read" posts from the week:
As the region moves towards reopening, this week's posts focus on what the future may hold for residents on issues like housing, politics, and even open streets.
For instance, a road in Tysons normally dedicated to cars opened up to pedestrians and cyclists for exercise and recreation Friday, while GGWash's Alex Baca unpacks what DC, and other cities could do about housing in a downturn.
Primary elections are June 2, and some of Baltimore's candidates in the mayoral race weigh in about transportation issues in their city. Meanwhile, if you live in the District, now is your chance to run for ANC commissioner. We know you've been thinking about it.
Oh, and have you ever wondered what school buses looked like in 1934? Well, here you go. You're welcome.
By Alex Baca (Housing Program Organizer) • May 26, 2020
Housing and land-use policy have lasting impacts on how the built environment works. Even mere rhetoric around them functions on a longer timescale than the immediate response required in a crisis moment, to say nothing of plans and laws, which stay on the books for decades. As municipalities design reopenings and recoveries, they should be proactive, not reactive.
By George Kevin Jordan (Editor and Correspondent) • May 28, 2020
It may have been a road where thousands of cars and trucks traversed everyday, but by Friday evening, portions of Tysons Blvd will open to pedestrians and cyclists for recreation and exercise. This would make Tysons the first locality in Fairfax County to close off streets to cars and open them up for people.
By Martin Csongradi (Correspondent) • May 27, 2020
With a primary election on June 2, it is still unclear who the next Democratic nominee for mayor of Baltimore will be. It is clear, however, that transportation will be a big issue in the race. See what some candidates have to say about a Charm City Circulator expansion, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), and the city’s Complete Streets plan.
By Alex Baca (Housing Program Organizer) • May 28, 2020
On June 26, petitions will be available for candidates for advisory neighborhood commission seats, which will be decided in the November 3 general election. ANCs advise on a countless number of decisions that impact their neighborhood, from redevelopment projects to traffic calming safety upgrades on streets. You should consider running!
