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PEPCO Unveils $15 Million Transportation Electrification Program for Washington, D.C.
“PEPCO, the sole electric company in the District of Columbia, recently unveiled a $15 Million Transportation Program aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of the city’s drivers and making charging infrastructure available to all residents.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has made the growth of electrified transportation options a priority for the city, noting that the transportation sector contributes more than 20% of the District’s carbon emissions. Plug-in vehicles (PIV) represent approximately 0.23% of the market, according to PEPCO, compared with the national average of 1.2%.
Of the 310,000 vehicles registered in DC, only about 720 are PIV. Reaching the 40,000 PIVs predicted to be on DC roads by 2030 will require more than 1,000 Level 2 changing plugs and 76 DC Fast Chargers, the utility said.
Amazon Announces New York and Virginia as HQ2 Picks
(from THE NEW YORK TIMES)
It's Official: Amazon Announces HQ2 Winners: JBG Smith will develop 4 million square feet for the e-commerce giant in Arlington, Virginia
(from Commercial Property Executive)
Amazon to pick NYC, Northern Virginia for split "HQ2: Source
(from REUTERS)
ARLINGTON WELCOMES AMAZON - See What It Means For The Community
Inside Arlington News Release, 11/13/2018
Northern Virginia's National Landing Selected for Major New Amazon Headquarters
Arlington County News Release - November 13, 2018
Changes Coming to Clarendon Circle, Arlington, Virginia
Changes Coming to Challenging Clarendon Circle
Improvements will result in safer, more accessible intersection
November 5, 2018
One of Arlington’s most highly traveled and complex intersections is getting a makeover. The end result? A safer and more accessible area for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.
Work began last month on the intersection of Wilson, Clarendon and Washington boulevards ― known as Clarendon Circle ― a popular area that’s home to some of Arlington’s best-known businesses.
Improvements to this intersection were identified in the Clarendon Sector Plan, which was adopted by the County Board in 2006. When this project is complete, residents, businesses and visitors can expect a tighter intersection with shorter pedestrian crossings, wider sidewalks and improved alignment of Washington and Wilson boulevards.
“This project will bring a huge improvement to the experience of those walking or biking in the area, and make it easier for drivers to understand how vehicles should move through this large intersection,” said Gabriela Vega, the County’s project manager.
MORE: Review the full scope of the project
Most notably, North Irving Street (next to Silver Diner) will be closed at the intersection, and green streets elements will be added. Closing this portion of Irving Street, which has low traffic volumes, will help make traffic operations simpler by reducing the number of streets at the intersection.
In addition, there will be upgraded traffic signals, new Carlyle streetlights, wider center medians at all crossings, curb extensions at the Liberty Tavern corner, new bike lanes and new street trees.
Residents and visitors should expect travel lane and sidewalk closures throughout construction, but no full road closures are planned. The first phase of construction will involve concrete work along eastbound Washington Boulevard, west of Wilson Boulevard and Fairfax Drive.
Construction is expected to be completed in fall 2019.
City of Alexandria, Virginia, Launches Landmark Mall Re-Planning Process: Community Meeting, Wednesday, 7 to 9 PM, 11/14/2018
City of Alexandria Launches Landmark Mall Re-Planning Process
For Immediate Release: October 30, 2018
The Landmark Mall Re-Planning Process, identified as a priority of Alexandria City Council’s approved Fiscal Year 2019 Long-Range Planning Work Plan, will officially launch with a community meeting on November 14. This process will build from the existing community vision, established in the 2009 Landmark/Van Dorn Corridor Plan, for a new Landmark Mall as a mixed-use center with transit and community open spaces.
While most of the 2009 Plan elements will remain the same, this community process will consider some refinements such as new uses, incorporating flexibility of uses, and incorporating recently adopted City policies to promote traffic safety and multimodal transportation. This planning effort will result in the consideration of a master plan amendment to the 2009 Landmark/Van Dorn Corridor Plan, which serves as the guide for future development plans.
The City of Alexandria is seeking public input through the following community engagement opportunities:
Community Meeting: Wednesday, November 14, 7-9 p.m. in the Cameron Station Great Room (200 Cameron Station Blvd.).
Community Open House: Wednesday, December 12, 7-9 p.m. at Brandywine Living (5550 Cardinal Place)
Community Workshop: Saturday, January 26, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (location to be announced)
Community Meeting: Wednesday, February 27, 7-9 p.m. (location to be announced)
For more information about the Landmark Mall Re-Planning Process, visit alexandriava.gov/Landmark.
Potomac Yard (Alexandria, Virginia) Metrorail Implementation Work Group (PYMIG) Meeting: Monday, 5 to 7 PM, 11/12/2018
Potomac Yard Metrorail Implementation Work Group (PYMIG) Meeting – Monday, November 12
The public is invited to the Potomac Yard Metrorail Implementation Work Group (PYMIG) meeting scheduled for Monday, November 12, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Dr. Oswald Durant Arts Center, Multipurpose Rooms 3-4 (1605 Cameron Street).
This meeting will provide Potomac Yard Metrorail Station project updates on the project design.
To view Potomac Yard Metrorail Implementation Work Group meeting materials, including materials presented during the November 5 meeting, please visit alexandriava.gov/PotomacMetroWorkGroup.
PYMIG is an ad-hoc committee consisting of community members and stakeholders. It serves as the primary forum for community engagement during the planning, design and construction of the Potomac Yard Metrorail Station. For more information about this project please contact Jason Scofi at 703.746.4060 or jason.scofi@alexandriava.gov or visit the City’s Potomac Yard website at alexandriava.gov/PotomacYard.