Author: Kevin O'Brien
King and Commonwealth Infrastructure Projects Open House (Alexandria)
Come learn about infrastructure projects slated for the King St. & Commonwealth Ave. corridors in Alexandria.
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 26, 2023.
Action Alert, Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on September 26, 2023.
Meetup
Tour de Mount Vernon
The Capital Trails Coalition is proud to co-sponsor the 8th Annual Tour de Mount Vernon on Saturday, 10/21!
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 25, 2023.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on September 25, 2023.
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Take the King Street-Bradlee Safety & Mobility Enhancements Survey
Alexandria is looking for input to improve safety and access on King Street between N. Quaker Lane and Menokin Drive, through 10/20.
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 26, 2023.
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 10/20
Virtual
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 10/20, Virtual
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 26, 2023.
Phoenix Bikes’ NOVA Treasure Hunt 2023
Join Phoenix Bikes for a fun-filled treasure hunt that will take participants throughout Arlington & Alexandria.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 18, 2023.
Event, External Link
October 14-15
Arlington & Alexandria
Event, External Link
October 14-15, Arlington & Alexandria
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 18, 2023.
Ride
Take the Mount Vernon Trail Visitor Use Survey
Another opportunity to shape the Mount Vernon Trail! Share your experiences via a new visitor use survey today.
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on February 14, 2024.
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 10/15
Virtual
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 10/15, Virtual
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on February 14, 2024.
Let’s get the Crystal City-to-DCA bike/ped bridge right
A better bike/ped link between Crystal City and DCA is coming but we need to make sure Arlington gets the design right.
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on October 19, 2023.
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 10/3
Virtual
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 10/3, Virtual
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on October 19, 2023.
Take the Arlington Boulevard Safety Improvements Survey
VDOT is (finally) taking steps towards a safer Arlington Boulevard. Weigh in today – we have some handy sample feedback.
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on October 19, 2023.
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 9/28
Virtual
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 9/28, Virtual
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on October 19, 2023.
Take the West Seminary Road Survey
Seminary West Civic Association wants your feedback on how to make Seminary Road better and safer for all users.
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on January 8, 2024.
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 9/27
Virtual
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 9/27, Virtual
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on January 8, 2024.
Join the discussion on the 495 Southside Express Lanes Study
Join VDOT’s discussion of the 495 Southside express lanes study virtually (9/12) or in-person (9/13, 9/19, 9/20).
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 11, 2023.
Action Alert, Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on September 11, 2023.
Learn what’s in store for Gallows Road in Fairfax
Fairfax kicks of the long-awaited multimodal study of Gallows Road on 9/19 (virtual) and 9/20 (in-person).
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on October 2, 2023.
Action Alert, Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on October 2, 2023.
Crystal City Bike Ride & Happy Hour w/ People Before Cars Coalition
Celebrate the Crystal City Bike Network with WABA and the People Before Cars Coalition.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 5, 2023.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on September 5, 2023.
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Take the East Abingdon Drive Bike Lanes Project Survey
We all know the spot – support Alexandria’s plan to fill in the Mount Vernon Trail gap at Abingdon Drive!
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 30, 2023.
Action Alert, Event, External Link
Survey closes 9/17
Virtual
Action Alert, Event, External Link
Survey closes 9/17, Virtual
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 30, 2023.
Say NO to road expansion at DCA and YES to more bikes!
DCA’s roadway improvement project is a misguided effort for America’s best connected airport. We can do better.
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 7, 2023.
Action Alert, Event, External Link
Comment period closes 8/28
Virtual
Action Alert, Event, External Link
Comment period closes 8/28, Virtual
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 7, 2023.
From Good to Great: Improving the Mount Vernon Trail Design
NPS has released a pretty good draft plan for rehabbing the MVT but with room to improve – speak up today!
Action Alert, Blog Post: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 26, 2023.
Action Alert, Blog Post
Comment period closes 10/24
Virtual
Action Alert, Blog Post
Comment period closes 10/24, Virtual
Action Alert, Blog Post: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 26, 2023.
Arlington Boulevard Safety Improvements Public Information Meeting
Hear the latest developments for improving bike/ped access on Arlington Boulevard (Route 50) east of Glebe Road.
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 25, 2023.
Action Alert, Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on August 25, 2023.
Stop by Healthy Together Fairfax!
WABA is taking part in the health-focused community event featuring screenings, workshops, classes, and giveaways.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 18, 2023.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on September 18, 2023.
Meetup
Share Your Feedback on VDOT’s Arlington Blvd-Washington Blvd Study
Share feedback as Arlington looks to improve conditions on and around the Arlington Blvd-Washington Blvd interchange.
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 25, 2023.
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 8/15
Virtual
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 8/15, Virtual
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 25, 2023.
2023 Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Candidate Questionnaire Results
Check out responses to our Fairfax County Board of Supervisor candidate questionnaire.
Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 1, 2023.
Blog Post, Resource:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on September 1, 2023.
Popsicles in the Park
Join WABA and other local advocacy orgs to learn how our work intersects and how you can get involved.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on July 31, 2023.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on July 31, 2023.
Meetup
Lemons to Lemonade: Converting I-66 from a bike-blocking canyon to a bike-boosting corridor
On May 17, 2023, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) held a ribbon-cutting for the first section of the new 66 Parallel Trail at the Vienna Metro Station in Fairfax County.
Blog Post: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 14, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on August 14, 2023.
Support Parking Reimagined in Fairfax
Support rethinking car (and bike!) parking requirements in Fairfax, via email or the 9/13 Planning Commission hearing.
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 25, 2023.
Action Alert, Event
Comment by or attend 9/13
Virtual or Fairfax County Government Center Board Auditorium
Action Alert, Event
Comment by or attend 9/13, Virtual or Fairfax County Government Center Board Auditorium
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 25, 2023.
Join the Braddock Road Multimodal Improvements Public Meeting
Share your thoughts on the bike & pedestrian improvements VDOT is proposing for Braddock Road.
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on July 7, 2023.
Action Alert, Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on July 7, 2023.
Meetup
Comment on the Draft Langston Boulevard Area Plan
Learn more and share your comments on Arlington’s draft area plan for Langston Boulevard.
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 9, 2023.
Action Alert, Event
Survey closes 7/30
Virtual
Action Alert, Event
Survey closes 7/30, Virtual
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 9, 2023.
Comment on Visualize 2050 Proposed Projects
Use Coalition for Smarter Growth’s recommendations to comment on our region’s master transportation project list.
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on September 6, 2023.
Action Alert, External Link
Closes 6/30
Virtual
Action Alert, External Link
Closes 6/30, Virtual
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on September 6, 2023.
Provide Feedback on Franconia Road and Commerce Street Corridor
VDOT is assessing potential safety and operational improvements on Franconia Road and Commerce Street.
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 14, 2023.
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 6/15
Virtual
Action Alert, External Link
Survey closes 6/15, Virtual
Action Alert, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 14, 2023.
Provide Feedback for the Alexandria West Plan
Provide feedback on the Alexandria West Plan’s Transportation objectives, now through June 7th.
Action Alert: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on June 13, 2023.
Action Alert
Survey closes 6/7
Virtual
Action Alert
Survey closes 6/7, Virtual
Action Alert: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on June 13, 2023.
Take Virginia’s State Trails Office Survey
Virginia’s new State Trails Office is kicking off statewide outreach with a short survey on trail use and priorities.
Action Alert, Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on August 9, 2023.
Action Alert, Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on August 9, 2023.
Comment On Trail Improvements and Open Space Plan For Power Plant Redevelopment
Help shape the new open spaces coming to the Alexandria power plant site adjacent to the Mount Vernon Trail.
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on June 13, 2023.
Action Alert, Event
Survey closes 5/31
Virtual
Action Alert, Event
Survey closes 5/31, Virtual
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on June 13, 2023.
Potomac Yard Walking Tour
Join the Coalition for Smarter Growth for a walking tour of the newest Metro station and its transit-oriented developments.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on May 18, 2023.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on May 18, 2023.
Meetup
Mount Vernon Memorial Highway Trail Ribbon Cutting
Fairfax County will celebrate the opening of the new Mount Vernon Memorial Highway (or Grist Mill) Trail on 5/12.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on May 1, 2023.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on May 1, 2023.
Meetup