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Event materials: Central Avenue Connector Trail walk (Prince George's)

Event materials: Central Avenue Connector Trail walk (Prince George’s)

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On October 24, 2026 we explored the future Central Ave. Connector Trail (CACT) on the east end of the alignment. CACT is the planned trail parallel to Central Avenue (MD 214) from the DC border to Downtown Largo, connecting four Blue/Silver Line Metrorail Stations, residences, parks, schools, and businesses. After
RST New Carrollton DSP 2026-0021

Testimony: Support for affordable apartment building by Glenridge Purple Line station on Annapolis Road (Prince George’s)

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October 20, 2026 Prince George’s County Planning Board, M-NCPPC 1616 McCormick Drive, Largo MD Via: pgcpb@mncppc.org RE: Support for DSP-2026-0021, RST New Carrollton Dear members of the Board: The Coalition for Smarter Growth (CSG), advocates for walkable, bikeable, inclusive, transit-oriented communities as the most sustainable and equitable way for the
Event Materials: Montgomery County Master Plans 101 (October 2026)

Event Materials: Montgomery County Master Plans 101 (October 2026)

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Learn from Montgomery County, Maryland Planning staff and local advocates about the basics of navigating the master plan process, advocacy tips, and why your engagement makes a big difference!

Testimony: Transportation priorities in the Maryland Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) FY 2027 – FY 2032, for Prince George’s County

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September 25, 2026 Hon. Aisha N. Braveboy, County Executive, and Hon. Krystal Oriadha, Prince George’s County Council Chair Wayne K. Curry Administration Building, 1301 McCormick Drive, Largo MD RE: Transportation priorities in the Maryland Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) FY 2027 – FY 2032, for Prince George’s County Dear County Executive Braveboy

CSG in the News: Local advocates testify on Friendship Heights Sector Plan Update

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Jad Donohoe, the senior vice president of The Donohoe Companies; Carrie Kisicki, the Maryland Housing Advocacy Manager for the Coalition for Smarter Growth; and Natalie Avery, the executive director of the Friendship Heights Alliance were among those who voiced support for the plan at Monday’s public hearing.