metro - PoPville

“Metro to begin Automatic Train Operation for the first time in 15 years”

Published December 12, 2024 at 3:15PM

From WMATA:

“For the first time in 15 years, Metro trains will operate in automatic mode, a move that allows the system to operate as it was originally designed. Automatic Train Operation (ATO) controls the trains’ acceleration, deceleration, and speed while being regulated by safety critical equipment. Trains will get signal and speed commands from equipment located between the tracks for a smoother ride, enhanced safety, and improved on-time performance. Metro will operate in a semi-automated mode with a train operator always inside of the operator’s cab. (more…)

Awesomeness in Mount Pleasant – Continuing Coverage of Chalk_About’s Latest Awesomeness Cont.

By Prince Of Petworth

Published December 10, 2024 at 10:00AM

Thanks to Adil for sending. Chalk_About writes:

“The #dcmetro is the country’s second-busiest rail system after NYC! (more…)

Metro Memorial at Metro Center

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 21, 2024 at 11:45AM

Not sure how I never noticed this memorial, apparently unveiled in 2011, before at Metro Center (I guess I don’t normally use this F Street exit) but it’s very well done: (more…)

#metro center

“Nice new L’Enfant signage. But…”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 4, 2024 at 9:00AM

Thanks to E. for sending: “The new L’enfant signage looks nice!

But (more…)

“Columbia Heights Metro Mural Missing”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published August 13, 2024 at 10:00AM | Updated August 14, 2024 at 9:47AM

Update from WMATA (thanks to El): “The artwork was damaged and had to be removed. We’re working on a solution with the artist and local partners. -KB”

“Dear PoPville,

The mural in the Columbia Heights metro has been missing for a number of months now, since around the beginning of the summer. (more…)

“Are you a cyclist who bikes to Metro?”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published July 5, 2024 at 12:45PM

From WMATA:

“Are you a cyclist who bikes to Metro? We want to hear your opinion on our new proposed bike storage solutions that will replace our current bike lockers.

Come to NoMa-Gallaudet U Station on 7/10 from 3-7 p.m. to try the options & leave feedback.”

#PSA

“Fare changes are coming June 30th”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 27, 2024 at 9:30AM

Ed. Note: Metro announced coming fare increases in late April.

Thanks to M. for sharing:

“We’ve seen the months of desperation re: funding for Metro, but to drop the fare changes with little to no notice & no FAQs (incl. examples of station to station increases) is almost just as bad as cutting the circulator (more…)

#signs of the times

“New fare gates installed, but what about the rails?”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 31, 2024 at 2:35PM

“Dear PoPville,

I get on the Metro at Glenmont where they just added the new fare gates. However, at either side, there is still a low rail that people can jump over. Most of the time at this station, (more…)

“Return of White Flint?”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 30, 2024 at 10:05AM

Thanks to B. for sending: “Someone’s not happy with the new name!”

And while we’re on the subject of metro signs – would you buy one of these: (more…)

#signs of the times

“Metro Board approves $4.8B budget that maintains service, avoids drastic cuts”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 25, 2024 at 12:45PM

From WMATA:

“Today, Metro’s Board of Directors approved a $4.8 billion capital and operating budget which largely maintains bus and rail service levels when the new budget year begins on July 1. With investments from around the region, Metro will be able to continue to provide great transit service customers are familiar with today.

Last year, Metro faced catastrophic cuts to service (more…)