By Jonathan Paul Katz (Guest Contributor) • July 23, 2021
Accessible transit signage for everyone is not an insurmountable task, and in many places, it’s done quite well. If transit agencies focus on improving six areas—adequacy, lighting and placement, text, colors, words and graphics, and modes—transit has a much better chance of being accessible to all.
Highway building is among America’s favorite pastimes, but House Democrats are looking to temper that. A look at the haunting architectural landscape of old Soviet company towns. AirBnB is hoping for a resurgence, but not everyone is cheering it on.
The District Department of Transportation said it will extend DC’s streatery program through February 28, 2022. The District is also laying the groundwork for a permanent expansion of streateries due to their popularity. (Christian Zapata / DCist. Tip: Chester B.)
A $60,000 grant from the region’s Transportation Planning Board will pay for consulting services to help Arlington County install its first-ever speed cameras in a data-driven, fair way. (Tom Roussey / ABC7)
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan said unvaccinated students and staff won’t be required to wear masks for the upcoming school year because of the state’s high vaccination rate. Local school systems can set their own policies, and both Montgomery and Prince George’s counties will require masks. (Dominique Maria Bonessi / DCist)
Car-sharing company Getaround will pay DC nearly $1 million to settle charges that the company misrepresented the safety of its services and put customers at risk of auto theft. About a dozen thefts have been connected to the service. (Christian Zapata / DCist)
With the region continuing to reopen and offices making plans for employees to return to offices this fall, more prospective buyers are looking to condos. Some of the more popular units can accommodate home offices for hybrid work setups. (Nena Perry-Brown / UrbanTurf)
The DC Council is poised to approve legislation to issue a “protect local wildlife” specialty plate to raise awareness and money for local animals. The Department of Motor Vehicles would be tasked with designing the new license plates. (Jacob Fenston / DCist. Tip: Chester B.)
