By Bryan Barnett-Woods (Contributor) • October 12, 2020
The goal of Vision Zero initiatives is to have no deaths or serious injuries from traffic collisions. This is an important target for the municipalities in the region that have adopted a Vision Zero policy. One challenge to meeting this marker is to address two dual needs for transportation — capacity and safety.
By George Kevin Jordan (Managing Editor) • October 12, 2020
Learn about Georgetown University’s Master’s in Urban & Regional Planning. There are two chances to get the scoop on moveDC this week. Students still have time to submit entries for a reimagined Montgomery County street, and more in this week’s urbanist events.
Concept renderings of ”Dave Thomas Circle,” the triangle at the intersection of New York Avenue, Florida Avenue, and First Street in northeast DC, reveal green space and three public spaces, replacing the Wendy’s with a sculpture and tree grove. The area has been plagued with heavy traffic congestion, and has been dangerous for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. (Michael Neibauer / Business Journal)
After a building moratorium lifted, the Strathmore Square devleopment is seeking approval from the Montgomery County Planning Board this week to build more than 2,200 residences near the Grosvenor Strathmore Metrorail station. (Caitlynn Peetz / Bethesda Magazine)
The DC Board of Elections and the Wizards, Mystics, Capitals, Nationals, and the Washington Football Team are holding a registration drive today (Tuesday) at the Mystics’ home court in Congress Heights. Today is the last day to register ahead of the election, though same-day registration will be available for in person voters. (Aja Beckham / DCist)
As part of a 2019 racial equity resolution, the Arlington County Board is hosting a virtual discussion series on racial equity. The goal is to “normalize” conversations about race and equity in order to build a stronger county and community. (Abigail Constantino / WTOP)
Both Maryland and DC have seen an increase in coronavirus cases since the end of September, with seven-day averages moving up in both areas. However, health experts say it’s too early to tell whether this indicates a second surge in infections. (Margaret Barthel / WAMU)
Capitol Police arrested 22 protesters on the first of four days of Senate confirmation hearings for the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. (Colleen Grablick / DCist)
