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Proposed bills in Annapolis could have you paying more for everyday things
In Annapolis the estimated budget is bleak.Estimates have revenue down more than $250 million dollars more than previously expected, and while Senate President
Maryland Transportation Authority United States Marc Korman Bill Ferguson David Williams Senate President Bill Ferguson
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Do Something: The week of February 26, 2024
This week on Do Something: postcards from YIMBYtown; DC’s Downtown Action Plan; pet protections and transportation funding in Maryland; and curtains for accessory apartments in Virginia.
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Cheaper housing production in Maryland? Parking reform bills take a swing
A series of bills in Montgomery County and Baltimore have aimed to reform parking minimum policies, in a bid to reduce the cost of building new housing.
Source: ggwash.org
As Maryland's General Assembly Session Opens, Environmental Advocates Worry About Funding for the State's Bold Climate Goals
They are looking to Gov. Wes Moore to advance the state’s clean energy and pollution reduction targets despite a budget shortfall and pushback from oil and gas companies.
Source: insideclimatenews.org
Md. immigrant rights group issues long-awaited apology for prior statements on Gaza conflict
Almost two weeks after coming under fire for issuing statements on the war in Gaza that some critics characterized as antisemitic, CASA released a public apology.
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Empowering Clean Transit to Save Us
From the blog of Jennifer Laszlo Mizrahi at The Times of Israel
United States Montgomery County Jennifer Laszlo Mizrahi Marc Korman Brian Feldman Department Of The Environment
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Data suggests fears of bike lane-induced vehicle traffic nightmare on Old Georgetown Road are unfounded
Data shows new Maryland bike lanes make streets safer and do not negatively impact vehicle travel times, a boost to the vision laid out in Montgomery County’s Bicycle Master Plan.
Source: ggwash.org
General Manager Randy Clarke charmed Metro riders in his first year
Clarke has won over riders and public officials alike during his first year leading Metro, but navigating a budding budget crisis will test his leadership in year two.
Source: npr.org
HRTS Elects New Board Members, Extends CEO Melissa Grego's Contract
HRTS announced its newly-elected board (led by president Odetta Watkins) and advisory council members, as CEO Melissa Grego extended her deal to 2025.
Source: variety.com