The Rock Creek Parkway reversible lane debate is about faith (or lack thereof) in DDOT. The queer connection between LGBTQ folk and urbanism. New mapping tool shows DC neighboorhood access to local amenities. Proactive building inspections apply to over half of DC residents. Play our new GGWash Junctions weekly word puzzle. Grant Circle Safety Improvement Project is happening, and only needs a few tweaks. It’s Pride! Time to get out your rainbows.
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The Rock Creek Parkway discourse isn’t about bikes vs cars. It’s about faith, fear, and doubt
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by David Edmondson (Contributor) • June 4, 2025
In part 2 of a series on the National Park Service’s proposal to end the reversible lanes on Rock Creek & Potomac Parkway, David Edmondson describes the different camps weighing in and what their concerns are. DDOT’s recent history of bailing on big projects is partly to blame for tensions and a lack of trust.
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What cities mean to queer culture
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by Wyatt Gordon (Contributor) • June 3, 2025
For the vast majority of queer people, cities serve as the backdrop for the first time they find safety, community, and romance. But do we queers only flock to urban spaces for the relative acceptance they provide, or does our love affair go deeper — to the unique ways cities allow us to live, move, and connect?
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New data tool reveals access to built environment features across DC neighborhoods
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by Matt Gerken, Kareem Ahmed • June 5, 2025
Do you like maps? DC government agencies came together to create a new tool for exploring access to amenities in neighborhoods throughout the District. Based on the concept of the “15-minute city,” the tool allows users to spatially visualize differences in neighborhood environments.
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Building Connections: Going pro
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by Keith David Parsons (Guest Contributor) • June 2, 2025
The DC Department of Buildings’ proactive inspections cover licensed apartment buildings with three or more units operating under the license—and other facts about the program.
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Play GGWash Junctions weekly word puzzle #2
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by BeyondDC • June 5, 2025
Try Junctions, a game where you can test your knowledge of urban and Washington region themes.
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Do Something #82: Open to the possibilities
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by Dan Reed (Regional Policy Director), Alex Baca (DC Policy Director) • June 6, 2025
This week on Do Something: smoothing out Grant Circle; it’s budget season in DC; and school boundaries and bus lanes in Montgomery County.
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Photo Friday: Ready for rainbows
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by BeyondDC • June 6, 2025
WorldPride is upon us! DC’s most joyful weekend is just about here, and the city is bedecked in wholesome rainbowy love.
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