We thought this would be a good opportunity to give an update on where these bills stand and a bit more detail as to why we’re supporting these particular policies.
Author: Elena Sorokina
Letter: COG’s Mid-Course Review of climate plan needs to include performance targets, housing
CSG and several officials on the CEEPC have expressed concerns that COG’s mid-course review of the region’s 2030 Climate and Energy Action Plan to date is not showing progress relative to performance targets and is missing key data.
Two community events in Alexandria: Duke Street & Housing 2040
Alexandria is holding two community open houses next week where you can offer your input on two major ongoing projects: the Duke Street Land Use Plan and Housing 2040.
Testimony: Starter and Silver Homes Act (MD)
Maryland is experiencing a housing shortage, and losing residents to other states where housing is more affordable. SB 36 can help change that trend by ensuring our communities can build homes that reflect the diversity of needs of Maryland residents.
Support 3 key reforms for better Maryland transportation
A transportation trifecta is moving through the MD General Assembly: more climate-friendly projects, more options than driving, and more homes and businesses near transit. Send an email to make sure these three bills get passed!
Speak up for a more walkable, bikeable Braddock Road!
Alexandria wants to make Braddock Road safer for people walking and biking, including children walking and biking to school, and people connecting to Metro, area trails, retail and services. Please consider speaking up in support of these needed improvements.
CSG in the News: Fairfax County residents face challenges in housing affordability
Stewart Schwartz, executive director of the Coalition for Smarter Growth, offered a statement to the Fairfax County Times on the tools needed to ensure affordable housing.
Housing bills at the VA General Assembly
We are pleased to report that many of our bills have already passed their chambers of origin, meaning they have crossed over and will now be considered by the opposing chamber. Read on to see where these bills stand and how you can be a part of supporting housing affordability in Virginia.
Testimony on no turn on red in urban areas (MD)
We wish to express our support for HB 381 – No Turn on Red. Right Turn on Red prohibition in urban areas is a basic pedestrian safety rule. Safer streets for walking and biking are the foundation of successful main streets and downtowns.
Thinking about a cottage for you or grandma? Help revise Fairfax’s ALU requirements!
Don’t miss your opportunity to weigh in on the update to Fairfax’s accessory living unit (ALU) regulations by Sat. Feb. 28!