Photo by PoPville flickr user Bill Herndon
From Harrison: Conductor on Metro “folks we’re holding here about a minute.. incident on an earlier train. Some kids decided they wanted to burn the seats.”
From Caitlin: “On my Red Line train earlier (at Fort Totten) “we are holding because some kids are throwing bottles at the train”
Ed. Note: If you missed our look back on commemorative smartrip cards, you can see them here.
From Council Member Charles Allen’s Office:
“Tomorrow, Councilmember Charles Allen will introduce the Metro For DC Amendment Act of 2020, a proposal that would give DC residents a monthly subsidy of $100 on their SmarTrip card and establish a dedicated fund to invest millions in improved bus services in neighborhoods long neglected for transit planning. (more…)
Justin sends the crazy shot above around 6:45am: “In Capitol Hill at the 11th St / 395 interchange…there is zero warning by MPD that you can’t continue down 11th St until you get to the cleanup and then are forced into the interstate.”
MPD reported at 5:41am: “First District patrol units are on scene of an overturned truck carrying trash. (more…)
Photo by PoPville flickr user small craft
From MPD:
“From Friday, February 28, 2020 through Tuesday, March 3, 2020, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) Policy Conference will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be several street closures and parking restrictions the public and motorists should take into consideration.
The following streets will be closed from 4:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2020 to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday March 3, 2020: (more…)
Sorry Lime (and Bolt and Bird and Razor.) Photo by Christen
From DDOT:
“Following the hearing officer’s review of appeals to the permit decisions for the 2020 shared dockless vehicle program, the following companies will be permitted to operate scooters in the District, effective April 1, 2020, contingent upon confirmation of their compliance with the 2020 Terms and Conditions, receipt of all necessary documents and permit fees: (more…)
Photo by DC Fire & EMS
Thanks to all who messaged us about this insanity. DC Fire & EMS reported:
“Update vehicle into building 4900 block Wisconsin Ave NW. Vehicle went into dining area of restaurant. Driver was evaluated & declined transport to hospital. No other injuries. Damage to structure is primarily cosmetic. DCRA building inspector requested.” (more…)
Thanks to Alex for sending from Monday: “US Senate tags parked past a no parking/stopping sign, in front of a hydrant and in a crosswalk. Judiciary square”
Update: Martin Austermuhle tweets: “That’s no U.S. senator, but rather one of D.C.’s shadow senators.”
Nicely camouflaged but look towards the edge by the heater. I’m having a tough time coming up with words. I, um. No. NO. Why? No no no.
OK I’m ok – thanks to Caroline for sending from the Yellow line to Huntington. She wisely notes:
“Psa don’t put your shit on the metro floor.”
From DPW:
“The DC Department of Public Works (DPW) announced today that beginning February 29, 2020, the agency will issue $150 tickets to any motorist improperly standing, stopping or parking in a bike lane.
DPW has increased its bike lane enforcement program by mobilizing 26 new Parking Enforcement Officers (PEO’s) and giving the entire PEO team–now nearly 300 strong–the ability to photograph vehicles blocking bike lanes. (more…)
2nd and H Street, NE
Thanks to Carl for sending: “Fun congressional spouse parking on the sidewalk.”
Ceci n’est pas une parking on the sidewalk pass: (more…)