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“To wrap it up, do you have any idea why we don’t have lane markings on these roads?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

As you probably know, Columbia Road and Harvard Street, between Park Place/Warder Street and 16th Street, are three-lane roads. Most of the time, the two curb lanes are used for parallel parking and the center lane is for moving traffic, unless it is during rush hour, during which one of the curb lanes becomes open and parking in it is prohibited.

As much as that helps move traffic during rush hour, we have a big problem. Most of the length of the two streets do not have any lane markings. (more…)

Starting at 8pm there will, again, be a Closure of Rock Creek Parkway for Kennedy Center Construction

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“Beginning at 8 p.m. on Thursday evening, May 9 through Tuesday morning, May 14 at 5:30 a.m., the span of Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway and the Rock Creek Trail by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will be closed to all vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic.

Vehicular closures will take place between Virginia Avenue, NW and the Interstate 66/Potomac River Freeway interchange (behind the Lincoln Memorial). Pedestrian and bicycle closures will take place between F Street, NW (at the Kennedy Center) and the Roosevelt Bridge. Signage and safety officials will be in place to safely direct traffic in and around the Kennedy Center as follows: (more…)

“Do you know if Uber/Lyft drivers plan to strike tomorrow in DC?”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Eric P.

Anyone know if D.C. is in on this?

The Verge reports:

“Uber and Lyft drivers are planning a two-hour strike in several major cities around the world on Wednesday, an effort that is meant to coincide with Uber’s forthcoming IPO. Labor groups organizing the strike are protesting the companies’ payment and labor practices, and they hope to stymie the ride-hail apps during the crucial morning rush hour on the day before Uber is expected to debut on the public markets.

Ride-hail drivers in New York City, Philadelphia, Boston, and Los Angeles are scheduled to go on strike from 7AM to 9AM on Wednesday, May 8th, according to the New York Taxi Workers Alliance.”

If You’re Gonna Cinco Hard, or not, Use a $15 discount code from Lyft and the Office of Nightlife and Culture

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Caroline Angelo

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that Lyft will offer discounted fares for riders this Sunday, May 5, for this year’s Cinco de Mayo festivities through a partnership between her Office of Nightlife and Culture and the Washington Regional Alcohol Program.

“We want residents and visitors to the nation’s capital to enjoy Cinco de Mayo festivities this weekend, but also to celebrate responsibly,” said Mayor Bowser. “We encourage everyone who plans to drink on Sunday to take advantage of this partnership with Lyft and get a safe ride home.”

The SoberRide program will allow riders to activate a $15 discount for one ride. The code will be released at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, May 5, and can be applied from 4:00 p.m., Sunday, May 5, until 4:00 a.m., Monday, May 6.”

“The metro is often so dehumanizing, but he saw me as a human in that moment.”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Tim Brown

“Dear PoPville,

Last night, I was on the metro and went to sit in an empty seat but instead of moving in, the person just stood up making me squeeze past. I was upset at the incourtesy, as I’m sure my body language and heavy breathing made clear. Maybe I made it too clear, since the guy tapped my arm to get my attention. Was our fight about to begin? No, he wanted to let me know that he was sorry about the violence lately (I wear a yarmulke) and just wanted to express his support. I immediately felt like a huge asshole. (more…)

It’s not just a minor inconvenience, please be considerate of “people who are visually impaired/blind”

By Prince Of Petworth


from a previous post outside Shaw metro

“Dear PoPville,

My good and wonderful friend works downtown and is visually impaired. He recently advocated for DDOT to put audible walk signals to cross L street and 18th street NW. They came out and did this within two weeks. His daily commute has been significantly easier on him – except there is one more obstacle, dockless bikes and scooters. Next time you end your ride please don’t leave it in the middle of the sidewalk – it’s a challenge for people who are visually impaired/blind to have to walk around them. Let’s make DC an inclusive community for all!”

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