Revitalizing Richmond Highway with mixed-use walkable development, while linking revitalization, stream restoration, and better stormwater management – priceless! These interconnected issues were featured at our community forum, co-sponsored by the Friends of Dyke Marsh, Lee District Association of Civic Organizations, and Audubon Naturalist Society.
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On Track to Prosperity: The Market Potential of Transit-Oriented Development in Prince George’s County
With 15 Metro stations offering ample room for new businesses, housing and public spaces, Prince George’s has all the right ingredients for transit-oriented development (TOD) to create mixed-use, walkable, and vibrant communities. Join us to learn how the county can take full advantage of all its opportunities as the market for TOD continues to grow. TOD is commonly defined as higher-density, mixed-use development within walking distance of transit stations.
Urban Hipsters and Long-time Residents Unite! Housing Strategies to Preserve Mixed Income Neighborhoods as D.C. Grows
How does a growing city ensure that affordable housing is available to its population? As DC gains population for the first time in decades, we must take advantage of creative new tools and cross class and cultural boundaries if the city wants to be affordable for all.
Future of Fairfax Forum and Fundraiser
Presentation by Jeff Speck, Consultant, Former Director of Design at the National Endowment for the Arts, co-author of Suburban Nation and the Smart Growth Manual
Presenation by Shyam Kannan, Principal and Director of Economic Development at Robert Charles Lesser & Company (RCLCO)
Fast & On Time: The Next Generation of Priority Metrobus Service for the District
Presentation by Karina Ricks, Associate Director for the Policy, Planning and Sustainability Administration, D.C. Department of Transportation
Presentation by Jim Hamre, Director of Bus Planning, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro)