All Posts in ‘Prioritization’

What District Officials and Most Montgomery County Residents Understand That Montgomery County Elected Officials Apparently Don’t

“City officials say the (new Frederick Douglass Bridge) project will spur economic development on both sides of the river.” Washington Post August 11, 2017 Surveys show that Montgomery County residents overwhelming support a new […]

New Bridges Good Investment, Critical to Regional Excellence

At the recent unveiling of the design for the new Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge, the Mayor of the District of Columbia said the following: “Investing in our infrastructure is key […]

A Tale of Two Bridges

Bridges typically exceed their useful life span after 50 years and need replacement. The District of Columbia’s Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge is 68 years old.  The American Legion Memorial Bridge […]

Regional Planning Body’s Long Term Plan Study Package Includes New Potomac River Crossing

The National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board (TPB) has endorsed studying 10 transportation projects, policies and programs, initiatives, including a new Potomac River crossing north of the American Legion Bridge. […]

Northern Virginia Transportation Authority Seeks YOUR Input on Draft Regional Plan

The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority is seeking public input on its Draft Regional Transportation Plan–TransAction 2040 July 13th 5:30/7:00 PM* Northern Virginia Transportation Authority Offices 3040 Williams Drive, Suite 200 Fairfax […]

VDOT’s Northern Virginia District Puts Up Hall of Fame On Time Numbers for FY 2017 Season

VDOT’s Northern Virginia District Puts Up Hall of Fame On Time Numbers for FY 2017 Season Time is money! VDOT’s Northern Virginia District proved its commitment to saving Northern Virginia residents […]

Celebrate 30 Years of Transportation Progress!

Northern Virginia Transportation Alliance 30th Anniversary Celebration June 7, 2017 — 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Cooley LLP 11951 Freedom Dr., 14th Floor Reston, VA 22091   On June 7th the […]

The CTB and VDOT Want to Know — How Smartly Is Smart Scale Choosing?

The CTB and VDOT Want to Know — How Smartly Is Smart Scale Choosing? The Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) and Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) are holding the following public hearing […]

Funding the Right Transportation Projects in Virginia?

Funding the Right Transportation Projects in Virginia? Smart Scale Project Scores Released The Smart Scale results are in. Of 404 projects submitted with a total price tag of $8.5 billion, […]

Frederick Douglass: To Fix the Problem, Address the Cause

The Northern Virginia Transportation Alliance today urged the National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board (TPB) to adopt a Long Range Plan that improves the regional transportation framework and reduces congestion. […]