The deficit invited criticism from advocacy groups, including the Coalition for Smarter Growth (CSG), which promotes walkable, bikeable, inclusive, and transit-oriented growth in the Washington, D.C. region.
Author: Elena Sorokina
Testimony to the Virginia Commonwealth Transportation Board on Smart Growth and Fix-it-First Priorities
We are at a turning point in our fiscal crisis, the long-term failure of road expansion, rising household transportation costs, loss of Virginia’s scenic and historic landscape, and the impacts of climate change. It is time for a new approach.
RELEASE: Today’s briefing to the Commonwealth Transportation Board: Virginia’s road repaving deficit is $200 million
The state has a road repaving deficit of $200 million due to a decision made in June 2025 by the prior administration to prioritize expansion and other types of road projects over maintenance.
Smart Growth Social is back! Join us on October 21 at Eastern Market
Our exciting guest speaker this year is Yonah Freemark of the Urban Institute!
CSG News: Let’s get together!
Great communities thrive when we come together, and this season offers plenty of opportunities to connect, from our popular walking tours and online action-taking opportunities to, of course, our favorite night of the year: Smart Growth Social!
ACTION ALERT: What do you think of the Duke Street recommendations?
The deadline to provide feedback on the draft recommendations for the Duke Street Land Use Plan has been extended to September 15.
LETTER: CSG and Montgomery for All urge veto override for Hedrick appointment
We were deeply disappointed to learn that the County Executive once again plans to veto the appointment of Planning Board Member James Hedrick.
ACTION ALERT: Don’t forget to support accessory dwellings today!
Fairfax County is in the final stretch of updating its Accessory Living Unit (ALU) regulations, and the county needs to hear from supporters before making their final decisions.
ACTION ALERT: The time is near for ALUs – we need you!
Fairfax County recently released proposed changes to its Accessory Living Unit (ALU) regulations. While heading in the right direction, they still don’t go far enough.
CSG News: Two big wins for housing
With your support, we secured some major wins for housing and transit-oriented development, including in Fairfax, Virginia, and Montgomery, Maryland. Read on to learn more and see what’s coming up next!