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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 11h

Children and families deserve to be safe when they walk or bike to school.

This #WalkRolltoSchoolDay, we urge you to demand better infrastructure for students along University Blvd.

Stay tuned for action alerts and more information about the ways we can make it a safer place for all residents.

Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 11h

More than 6,000 students attend schools fronting University Blvd., and many walk to school, often crossing University Blvd. or waiting to cross along narrow sidewalks close to the busy, high-speed road.

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 11h

On this #WalkRolltoSchoolDay, we celebrate safe and active travel for children and families.

However, in many areas of our region, walking and biking to school remains unsafe, including along University Blvd. in Montgomery County, MD.

Learn more and stay tuned:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIEW...

University Boulevard Corridor: Understanding Today's Challenges

YouTube video by Montgomery Planning

www.youtube.com

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 1d

Join our Host Committee or become an Individual Sponsor to "Pay it Forward" this year.

Your generosity will provide complimentary tickets to supporters impacted by the DC area's economic challenges, ensuring all can attend this morale-boosting event.

secure.everyaction.com/9tRhMhLZM0-a...

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 1d

Connect with neighbors, community leaders, and fellow urbanists at Smart Growth Social on Oct 30.

RSVP: bit.ly/3KmgWk6

For our supporters who cannot currently afford a ticket, please email [email protected], and we will reserve a complimentary ticket for you.

Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 2d

You can also attend the Move Fairfax City Open House on October 8th at the City of Fairfax Regional Library, 6-8 PM.

Share your ideas and priorities for transportation improvements in Fairfax City.

Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 2d

If you bike, walk, take transit, or drive in Fairfax City, we need your input!

Take a brief survey to help the Move Fairfax City initiative improve transportation safety and walkability throughout the city and within Old Town Fairfax.

Leave your feedback: engage.fairfaxva.gov/move-fairfax-city

Move Fairfax City: Safe, Walkable, Thriving

Share Your Thoughts! Move Fairfax City is a plan to improve transportation safety and walkability throughout the city and in Old Town Fairfax. We want your input! Click the links below to: Take a brie...

engage.fairfaxva.gov

Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 5d

🍂Join us on October 30 at Eastern Market for Smart Growth Social 2025, where urbanism meets Halloween fun 🍂

Come for the community, stay for the inspiration from Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins.

Kick off Halloween weekend with an optional urbanist costume contest 🎃

RSVP: lnkd.in/eJ7DPq6f

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 6d

This month, we honor the rich culture, profound history, and enduring legacy of Latino communities across the United States. We recognize their vibrant achievements and invaluable contributions that are part of our national story.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 8d

Today is the last day to get your early bird tickets for SGS!

This year is unlike any other Smart Growth Social, as it falls on the day before Halloween! You don’t want to miss out!

Ticket includes wine, beer, food, fun! 🍂 🎃
RSVP today and save:

secure.everyaction.com/9tRhMhLZM0-a...

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 13d

Let's support a more vibrant, walkable, inclusive Duke Street, including more housing options and affordable housing.

Thursday, September 25, 2025
6:30 p.m.
Bishop Ireton High School, 201 Cambridge Rd, Alexandria

Can't attend in person? Register for Zoom:

www.alexandriava.gov/news-plannin...

Duke St in Alexandria, image by Bill Pugh

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 13d

Support a vibrant, inclusive Duke Street!

Alexandria is updating its Duke Street corridor land use plan, guiding future redevelopment, housing, public spaces, and character.

Join us today to discuss community poll results and guiding principles: www.alexandriava.gov/news-plannin...

Duke Street Land Use Plan Community Meeting #2 and Duke Street Engagement Hub

Visit alexandriava.gov for more information.

www.alexandriava.gov

Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 14d

Who's up for some ✨transit-oriented birding✨?

CSG team members @cmkisicki.bsky.social and @cherylcort.bsky.social took Metro and biked to check out a red phalarope this morning before work.

This is only the 5th record of this little shorebird in D.C.!

Commuters and bikers in DC enjoying a rare bird sighting by the Capitol Reflecting Pool.

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 15d

Volunteer at CSG's Smart Growth Social on Oct 30!

We need volunteers for guest check-in, food/bev assistance, and other tasks. Volunteers receive free admission!

Enjoy networking, food, drinks, and inspiration for a walkable, transit-friendly future.

Sign up here: forms.gle/9RnavG5Sg3Pn...

Image: Smart Growth Social 2024. Photo by Marco Sanchez.

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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 16d

Continuing our tour of critical @wmata.com infrastructure, learning about the old but reliable signaling system. A top priority for our region needs to be funding for a new modern signaling system for Metrorail. It will allow for running more frequent trains.

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Metro @wmata.com · 16d

Today is Car-Free Day! It's Car-Free Day! 🚇🚌🚲🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️
People who ride transit walk as much as 30 minutes more daily, increasing heart health, building muscle, & reducing risk of heart disease. Families using transit save about $2,800 annually on rideshare, parking, tolls, & $10,500 on car ownership.

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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 16d

On the DMVMoves task force tour of @wmata.com command center. You cannot come away and not be impressed by the modern technology, and the professionalism of the Metro staff. Thank you to Metro staff and regional leaders who have funded our world class transit system.

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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 16d

Tired of sitting in traffic? Today is Car Free Day. A day to try out @wmata.com Metrorail/bus, local bus, commuter rail VRE& MARC, or biking to work & nearby stores. We @betterdcregion.bsky.social are working every day to expand opportunities to walk, bike and take transit for our health & community

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 19d

Connect with community activists, public servants, and urbanists at Smart Growth Social.

October 30, 2025, 6:30 pm
Eastern Market

RSVP here: secure.everyaction.com/9tRhMhLZM0-a...

📷: @natalifg.bsky.social (center), SGS 2024 keynote speaker, with @stewartcsg.bsky.social & @cmkisicki.bsky.social

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 20d

Thank you to all who could join us for our recent screening of the powerful Fault Lines film at the Angelika Film Center in Fairfax.

Discover key discussion takeaways and additional ways to engage:

www.smartergrowth.net/event-materi...

Fault Lines: Key takeaways and how to get involved - Coalition For Smarter Growth

Thank you to all who could join us for our recent screening of the powerful Fault Lines film at the Angelika Film Center in Fairfax. Whether you were with us […]

www.smartergrowth.net

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 21d

🎟Oct 30 @ Eastern Market, get your tickets now:

www.smartergrowth.net/regional-fed...

Smart Growth Social 2025: Coming together for our community - Coalition For Smarter Growth

Celebrate community and smart growth at Smart Growth Social on Oct 30 at 6:30 pm, Eastern Market. Connect with activists, public servants, and urbanists and hear from Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins.

www.smartergrowth.net

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Carrie Kisicki @cmkisicki.bsky.social · 24d

Full room for the session on linking housing and transportation policy for sustainable, transit-oriented communities at @yimbytown.bsky.social!

Featuring panelists from Clean Rides Network, MN, CO, @worldresources.bsky.social, and our very own @stewartcsg.bsky.social 🫡

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Carrie Kisicki @cmkisicki.bsky.social · 23d

@betterdcregion.bsky.social squad!!!!!!!

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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 23d

Happy Monday 🍂

Ensure your week gets off to a great start by purchasing your Smart Growth Social tickets today!

Tickets include appetizers, one drink, and a fun night of networking and celebration:

secure.everyaction.com/9tRhMhLZM0-a...

Image: Smart Growth Social 2024. Image credit: Marco Sanchez

Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 23d

The W&OD Trail is a Northern Virginia treasure at risk.

Yet Dominion’s clear-cutting and a potential long-shot commuter rail proposal could significantly change this important corridor.

This op-ed explains why we must act now to protect the trail: ggwash.org/view/100790/...

The W&OD Trail is a Northern Virginia treasure at risk

The W&OD Trail is one of Northern Virginia’s most popular recreational spaces. Clear-cutting by Dominion Energy is a pressing threat, and we can’t be complacent.

ggwash.org

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