Newsroom

Apr 15, 2013

Between now and mid-May, motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists throughout the region will hear and see reminders about how to stay safe and avoid traffic accidents as warmer spring weather and longer daylight hours bring more people out on foot and on bicycles.

Apr 12, 2013

As frustrating as Congress’ unwillingness to take serious action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions may be additional legislation may not even be necessary to achieve the country’s climate mitigation goals.

Apr 11, 2013

At a forum today organized by the DC Chamber of Commerce and Washington Business Journal several top elected officials discussed regional cooperation specifically in regards to economic development.

Apr 10, 2013

The Board of Directors the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments approved by a wide margin a resolution that resolved a controversy over an earlier vote addressing the gun violence issue.

Apr 9, 2013

The Spring 2013 Street Smart campaign features dramatic ads offering safety tips and promoting increased traffic safety vigilance. Officials launched the regional campaign at an event on April 9 in Northeast D.C.

Apr 8, 2013

A pilot program implemented by the Transportation Planning Board to provide wheelchair-accessible taxicab service in the District of Columbia will continue now that District officials have committed a portion of the funding needed to keep the pilot going and to expand it by adding more ramp- and lift-equipped vehicles.

Apr 2, 2013

A recent article in the Frederick News Post highlights the County’s Activity Centers and discusses in great detail how concentrating growth and development in these mixed-use places will benefit Frederick’s economy improve the County’s quality of life and preserve its agriculture all while accommodating more residents.

Apr 1, 2013

The results of a series of in-depth travel surveys released by the Transportation Planning Board in March highlight key differences in how people live and travel in higher-density areas with greater proximity to transit compared to those with lower densities and fewer travel options.

Apr 1, 2013

Laine Cidlowski AICP Urban Sustainability Planner and Tanya Stern Chief of Staff DC Office of Planning

Mar 28, 2013

New U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rule would help metropolitan Washington region further improve air quality.