“…“This morning’s derailment underscores the urgent need for regional leaders in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia to take immediate action to ensure our Metro system is equipped with the resources it …
“…“We’re relieved that all passengers and staff emerged from the derailment outside of Farragut North station this morning without injury, but we can’t help but imagine a different situation were …
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“…The MetroNow coalition, joined by Urban Land Institute Washington, has broadcast the alert. The Stephen S. Fuller Institute migration report says we are losing ground: “The Washington region lost population to metros …
Continue reading “Washington Post: An urban game plan after Discovery’s departure”
…Virginia’s economic and global competitiveness depend upon having a world-class transportation infrastructure in place. Improving mobility and connectivity throughout the Commonwealth whether that be at the Port of Virginia, Dulles …
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“…The MetroNow Coalition, which represents interests in the worlds of business, nonprofits, and advocacy, is hoping to secure long-term improvements to the DC Metro system. MetroNow is calling for reform to …
“…Local businesses and nonprofits joined forces Monday to call for dedicated funding for Metro. Calling itself MetroNow, the coalition plans to advocate to the District, Maryland, Virginia and the federal …
Continue reading “Washington Times: Coalition of local businesses offer hope of Metro funding”
“A coalition of Greater Washington business, nonprofit and advocacy leaders has released what it calls an “explicit proposal” to improve the Metro system, just in time for the region’s state and …
“…a high-powered coalition of regional business organizations and nonprofit groups was formally launched Monday to back efforts in Richmond and Annapolis to provide Metro with the dedicated funding it needs …
