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Updated release MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Investigations Unit are investigating an E-Bike traffic crash that resulted in the death of a man. Read More

From DC Bike Party: “Ahoy Mateys! DC Bike Party’s band of privateers set sail on the seas of DC Wed 3/13 meet Dupont Circle 730, wheels up @ 8 To seek out the fabled treasured Cherry Blossom blooms! Bring your hearties and come dressed in your pirate’s best! Heave ho!”

“Dear PoPville,

Is it time to give up or is there anything we can do to keep bike lanes usable? Not even GWU is respecting them. This morning during rush hour on 20th St between G and H St.”

photo by Mr.TinMD

From DDOT:

“The first application window will open to Preferred Applicants only from April 1 – April 15, 2024.

Today, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announces the launch of the highly anticipated District E-Bike Incentive Program that will help District residents—particularly of low income—purchase an e-bike using a voucher worth as much as $2,000. The $500,000 program also helps support bicycle businesses within the District. Read More

photo by Edward Russell

Thanks to Edward for sharing: “It took 7 years, but the new bike lobby connecting the Met Branch Trail and Florida Ave NE in @NoMaBID is OPEN!” Read More

“Dear PoPville,

The guys from The Daily Rider on H Street (600 H St, NE) recognized my bike from the footage and photos I’d posted when someone brought it in to be fixed (it was either broken by the person/people who stole it, or by the person who bought my stolen bike), checked the serial number on Bike Index where I’d registered it as stolen, and called the police. Read More

“Dear PoPville,

I’ve been wondering what is going on with the DC E-Bike program that was passed last year. There was a lot of fanfare and then crickets. I signed-up for updates and have heard nothing at all.”

I think I heard it was supposed to launch in March or April. When it does will that push anyone towards purchasing an ebike? For those who have one already, do you recommend them?

Thanks to Beth for sending “Bikeshare truck blocking bike lane on Florida Ave in front of Trader Joe’s.”

“Dear PoPville,

My blue 2022 Gazelle Ultimate C380 Low 46cm Mallard e-bike was stolen from the corner of 7th & Q NW yesterday afternoon while I was having brunch at Ambar Shaw. The thieves used a portable grinder to cut through the lock. I have security camera video of the thief cutting through the lock and a lovely picture of him riding away on it! Read More

600 H Street, NE photo by Nicky Sundt

Nicky shares the painful collage and writes: “The Daily Rider on H Street NE in DC has had its windows smashed for at least the third time over the last year. Vandalism and theft on H Street NE has hurt businesses and crime is driving away customers”