Improving Public Transit in Virginia

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CSG in the News: As Va. officials review SMART SCALE, some regional planners worry about shifting priorities

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October 2, 2023 | Virginia Mercury | Nathaniel Cline “We certainly think there’s a lot of focus on highway road expansion statewide and no focus on climate change impacts with this approach,” said Stewart Schwartz, executive director of the Coalition for Smarter Growth.
RELEASE: Saving Metro vs. Subsidizing the Commanders

RELEASE: Saving Metro vs. Subsidizing the Commanders

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Closing the WMATA budget gap would cost a fraction per Metro system user compared to proposed subsidies for new Commanders stadium seats.

Take Action: Speak up for a vibrant, inclusive, and transit-oriented Langston Boulevard

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The draft Langston Boulevard Area Plan is out and Arlington County wants to hear from you about the proposed long-term vision for the corridor. Provide your feedback via an online survey until this Sunday, July 30th.

TAKE ACTION: Tell VDOT to prioritize walkable, transit-friendly communities in its climate strategy

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Your feedback is critical to ensure that VDOT prioritizes fostering walkable, transit-friendly communities connected by clean, convenient intercity rail and bus systems rather than continuing to pave over Virginia and making communities more car-dependent and less safe to walk and bike.  

TAKE ACTION: Ask Alexandria City Council to support Duke St bus lanes, safer walking & biking 

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The project Advisory Group, representing a diverse mix of corridor stakeholders, last month voted overwhelmingly to recommend dedicated center-running bus lanes and improved walking and biking facilities as the best option to improve Duke St for all users. Council needs to hear from you, that you support this recommendation for a safer and truly multimodal Duke Street.