By Faith Hall (Guest Contributor), Christy Kwan (Guest Contributor) • November 24, 2021
In the week leading up to World Day of Remembrance, held this past Sunday, visitors left written tributes, photos, poems, flowers, and candles on an interactive Remembrance Wall, reflecting upon traffic violence and urging the adoption of proven solutions to stop it.
Transit systems across the region say a shortage of bus drivers is preventing them from restoring normal, pre-pandemic operations. While the shortages have not caused any delays or major route changes, they could pose a problem if demand rises and more commuters return. To attract more drivers, some systems are considering wage increases and other incentives. (Luz Lazo / Post)
Four DC councilmembers sent a letter to Mayor Muriel Bowser last week urging plans to shutter homeless encampments to be delayed to the spring as hypothermia season approaches. The clearing program drew criticism, especially after one unhoused man was hospitalized in a clearing operation. (Marissa J. Lang / Post. Tip: Chester B.)
While much about the new Omicron variant of COVID-19 remains unknown, concerns that things could take a turn for a worse have led some area small businesses to reinstate indoor mask requirements or bolster their savings. (Post)
Montgomery County officials are proposing a 40-acre site in Rockville that contains a correctional facility be redeveloped into a new bus depot and restoration center. Officials say existing depots are crowded, and a new one could be built by “downsizing” the prison. (Steve Bohnel / Bethesda Beat)
If you’re shopping for a bike commuter this holiday season, this guide contains some gifts to consider, including convertible mittens and special ear coverings that reduce wind noise when riding. (The Wash Cycle)
Georgetown’s Business Improvement District didn’t give its members a break on BID taxes during the worst days of the pandemic, unlike some other DC BIDs. Now, taxes plus concerns over issues like transparency and oversight have some Georgetown businesses questioning the group. (Fredrick Kunkle / Post. Tip: Chester B.)
