One of the things that has really helped WABA change the transportation conversation over the past decade has been a robust and thoughtful local press. We’ve been really lucky to have reporters at most of the major regional media outlets that have taken the time to understand the dangerous designs and systemic injustices of our transportation network, and tell the stories of people who’ve been harmed by it. This isn’t a state of affairs we can take for granted, and it’s on my mind today as the news broke this morning that DCist is shutting down. It’s a real blow to local reporting, especially on the heels of cutbacks at the Post a few months ago. We’re deeply grateful for the depth of attention that DCist staff have paid to transportation issues over the years, and hope everyone lands on their feet.
News & Updates:
- Keep an eye open for a detour on the W&OD Trail around Sparrow Pond.
- Good news: DC Ward 3 Councilmember Matt Frumin asks the Mayor to keep the Connecticut Ave NW Project moving.
Things to do this week:
- Tonight: check out DDOT’s plans for the 295 Corridor.
- Alexandria Public Schools are looking for volunteers to help with their Biking in the Schools program.
- Three chances to speak up for a safer Alabama Ave SE coming up.
- Got opinions about Metro’s budget (which includes fare increases AND service cuts ☹️)? Let ’em know.
- Take a Community Cleanup Ride with Hill Family Biking.
- Speaking of budgets, Mayor Bowser wants to hear from you—she’s hosting online and in-person listening sessions.
- Bike Shop 101 with our pals from Conte’s Bikes.
- Fix-a-Flat Skillshare with WABA and Happy Go Bikes.
A Fun Route Idea For the Weekend
Take a spin through the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center and Greenbelt Park. This is basically all of the fun road bits of the Cider Ride, starting at the Greenbelt metro.