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“Petition–DC Department of Transportation: Stop sign at Piney Branch and Dalia”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I saw the post yesterday about the two horrible traffic fatalities. The story of the young man that was killed crossing the street between Piney Branch and Dalia Street caught my attention because I live on Dalia Street, so I understand how dangerous it is to cross this street during the day, so the nighttime is even worse. My heart aches for him and his family and wanted to share a petition that was circulated through my building.

Please sign this petition: “DC Department of Transportation: Stop sign at Piney Branch and Dalia”

Street Closures for this weekend’s “multiple First Amendment demonstrations” + a Great List of the Upcoming Protests & Events

By Prince Of Petworth

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Here’s a list of protests & other events happening in DC, MD, & VA this weekend. You can click the link in my bio to find more info on these events & other #DMV specific resources. Please comment or DM me other events/resources. Feel free to share & please continue to practice safety precautions with COVID19!! I highly recommend getting tested for coronavirus if you are participating in any of these events. Hmu if you need help finding info. • • • Artist for sign: @vividlimbo #blacklivesmatter #blacklivesmatterdc #dcprotest #dcprotests #baltimoreprotest #dcmarch #peacefulprotest #rvaprotest #blm #blm757 #sayhername #sayhisname #defundthepolice #novaprotest #nojusticenopeace #dmvprotest #washingtondc #washingtondcprotest @dc_protests_ @freedomfightersdc @blacklivesmatterdc @dcteensaction @superdupersalina @washingtonianmag @thedmvdaily

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Thanks to spax for compiling and sharing this great list of resources including this weekend’s planned marches and protests.

From MPD:

“On Saturday, June 13, 2020 and Sunday, June 14, 2020, multiple First Amendment demonstrations are scheduled to occur in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with these events, there will be street closures and restrictions that motorists should take into consideration:

The following streets will be posted as Emergency No Parking for the demonstrations beginning on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at 6:00 am and extending through Sunday, June 14, 2020 to 11:59 pm: (more…)

“DDOT Begins Construction on 14th Street NW Bus Lane Improvement Project”

By Prince Of Petworth

From DDOT:

“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced the start of bus lane construction on 14th Street NW between Euclid and Newton Streets NW, commencing a year-long project to improve bus performance and safety.

“We are excited to launch such important work in enhancing bus transit in the Columbia Heights corridor,” said District Director Jeff Marootian. “DDOT recognizes how essential this will be for area residents and it also exemplifies Mayor Bowser’s commitment to improving bus travel speeds and reliability across the District.”

DDOT expects the enhanced bus lane will improve performance of the DC Circulator Woodley Park-Adams Morgan route and Metrobus lines 52, 54, and 59. (more…)

Military Vehicles Parked Poorly

By Prince Of Petworth

In addition to driving poorly…

Thanks to David for sending last night: “I guess if you are an armored vehicle you can pretty much park wherever the heck you want. On Massachusetts Avenue eastbound at 10th NW during rush hour today around 5:15 pm in the turning lane. I guess the wedge under the wheel is there so if someone hits it it does not skid forward too far? Oh, that is right it weighs five tons…”

“are scooters still a thing?”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Thundercheese

Been getting a lot of queries about what’s happened to all the scooters. I believed they were removed after some were used to damage store fronts last Sunday. As the plywood boarding starts to come down, I assume we’ll start to see scooters back on the streets. Stay tuned.

“Mayor Bowser Announces Seven New ‘Slow Streets’ as DC Continues to Reimagine Public Space – Slow Streets are restricted to local traffic only and the speed limit is set at 15 miles per hour”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser and the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced the first seven locations for the new Slow Streets initiative, which will give residents more space to social distance while moving around outside. The locations are spread across all eight wards of the District.

“Like the streateries and other expanded dinging areas that are now on roads, alleys, and sidewalks throughout the city, the Slow Streets initiative is one way we can reimagine public space to make it easier to enjoy the outdoors and stop the spread of COVID-19,” said Mayor Bowser. “We want people to be able to move around and be outside, but it is important, as we continue through Phase One and into the summer months, to remember the importance of social distancing, face masks, and frequent handwashing.”

Slow Streets are restricted to local traffic only and the speed limit is set at 15 miles per hour to support neighborhood-based safe social distancing while walking, running, or cycling. The first seven slow zones will be implemented in the following locations: (more…)

Here are the Street Closures for Tomorrow’s First Amendment Demonstrations

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“On Saturday, June 6, 2020, multiple First Amendment demonstrations are scheduled to occur in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be street closures and restrictions that motorists should take into consideration:

The following streets will be posted as Emergency No Parking for the demonstrations from 5:00 am to 11:59 pm: (more…)

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