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If you missed the US 29 Flash Bus Rapid Transit Improvements meeting last night, you can still provide your feedback via the onlinecomment form or by emailing US29BRT@montgomerycountymd.gov by Monday, May 26, 2025, at 6:00pm. Comment form https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=scgkfi9mfUiCrLvriYzBcqI-ydHd8RxFvYeA85bZFDVUM1hXNk4wRVFQRTJaR0FDMThFNk1CVUhLUC4u
#montgomerycountymd #brt #silverspringmd #howardcountymd #maryland #commuters #mdcommuters #mdtraffic #ridetheflash

Flash Friday
Spring is here, and bringing your bike on board has never been easier! Flash is the first in the region with onboard bike racks. The Interlock system makes securing your bike quick and simple.
http://youtu.be/rz0wmQj4fO8
#biketoworkday #BTWD2025 #montgomerycountymd #mdcommuters #commuters

To participate in the #goDMV #CommuterCompetition , you must work in the District of Columbia or certain parts of #Maryland & Virginia (commonly referred to as the DC Metro area)
Details https://www.commuterconnections.org/programs-and-incentives/godmv-commuter-competion/ #montgomerycountymd #wmata #rideonbus #metrorail #commuters #mdcommuters #marctrain #commutercompetition

The 'Group Category' Grand Prize winners in our MCDOT Vision Zero MC 'Heads Up - Phones Down' contest were David S. & Zachary L. from #SenecaValleyHS with their 'Chatterbox' https://youtu.be/TJfecm6IG0I?si=E0lmersFFjrEH08t via @YouTube #montgomerycountymd #pedestriansafety #drivers #commuters #mdcommuters

ICYMI
#montgomerycountymd will begin implementing its redesigned network in June, while OC Transpo riders will begin using their new routes in April.
https://www.masstransitmag.com/bus/article/55275760/montgomery-county-oc-transpo-launching-redesigned-bus-networks
#masstransit #mdcommuters #commuters #rideonbus #publictransit

Sand City Police responded to a bicycle theft report from a bike-to-work commuter employed at Costco. She'd chained her bike to a bicycle rack outside Costco, and after work, found her bike missing and chain cut. https://www.kron4.com/news/california/pacific-grove-man-gets-nearly-3-years-in-prison-for-stealing-bike/

Bicycle security / bike theft-prevention tips: https://bikemonterey.org/tips-for-tourists/bicycle-safety
#BikeToWork #commuters may also want to urge their employers to provide more secure bike lockers. In Monterey County, private businesses are among those who can apply for free lockers, racks, repair stations, support kits: https://bikemonterey.org/free-bike-racks-lockers-repair-stations-or-skateboardscooter-racks.html

Area governments are responding to significant alterations to the #federalworkforce, offering resources to constituents impacted by these changes. #MWCOG is supporting these efforts by listing these resources on their website. https://www.mwcog.org/community/data-and-tools/federal-workforce-resources-and-data/
#washingtondc #workers #montgomerycouintymd #virginia #resourcepage #maryland #commuters #help #foodassistance #nowhiring

The worse traffic gets, the more fast-food people eat
https://www.fastcompany.com/91277842/the-worse-traffic-gets-the-more-fast-food-people-eat
#MDCommuters #montgomerycountymd #maryland #commuters #commuting #transportation #congestion #traffic #mdtraffic #mdroads

#DidYouKnow the ' #capitalbikeshare For All' program is #free for #MontgomeryCoMD residents who qualify 'CaBi for All' Members get unlimited 60-minute rides on classic bikes& Ebikes!
Program details https://capitalbikeshare.com/pricing/for-all
#collegestudents #SNAPrecipents #commuters #MDCommuters #qualify #bicycles #transpostation #bikesaretransit

UPDATE
This newsignal is scheduled to be put into mandatory 72-hour FLASH operation on or about Monday, March 10, 2025
The new signalwill be put in FULL Color activation on or about Thursday, March 13, 2025
#montgomerycounty #maryland MDOT #mdcommuters #schoolzone #oldgeorgetownroad #northbethesdamd #commuters #drivers

#DYK there are overparking spaces at nearly Park & Ride lots in the Wash/Balt area. These versatile facilities offer convenient options for #commuters, with two-thirds providing access to bus or railservices. Details https://www.commuterconnections.org/resources/park-and-ride-lots-2/
#MDCommuter #montgomerycountymd #washingtondc #parkandride #commute

NEW
Metropolitan Garage (Garage 49) Elevators Modernization Project will begin on or about Monday, February 17, 2025.
Details https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/DOT-parking/news/index.html
#montgomerycountymd #bethesdamd #parking #parkinggarages #mdcommuters #commuters #shopping #dining

Northern #NewJersey #commuters: with my contribution, Departure Widget for PATH (Android & iOS) now features station & line alerts!

https://github.com/steviek/PathWidgetXplat

(We are planning to implement static schedules next. I don't mind if you use other open source apps for PATH, just don't use the official RidePATH...)

#MDCommuters
With wind gustsof up to 35mph today, even roads that have had been plowed and salted may look like this. This road is passable, if drivers proceed at a safe speed for the current conditions. Please drive for the road conditions, not the speed limit.
MCDOT Winter Storm Portal https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/snow/
#montgomerycountymd #maryland #commuters #blowingsnow #mcfr

UPDATE
MCDOT Storm Operations Center Report
January 4, 2025 - 7:30AM
Roadways are dry with some icy patches. Pavement temperatures are 27-30degrees, and air temperaturesare in the mid-20s throughout Montgomery County, MD. Drivers be alert for 'black ice' throughout the region.
#montgomerycountymd #maryland #commuters #MDRoads #MDTraffic

Reminder
The FlashLights contest ends on Monday, January 6, 2025!
Riders are encouraged to post pictures of the FlashLights buses on their Bluesky, Facebook, Threads, Instagram & X account and tag @MCDOTNow for a chance to win a $25 gift card.
Details https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dot-transit/flash/
#ridetheflash #montgomerycountymd #BRT #SilverSpringMD #flashcontest #mdcommuters #commuters #transit #transitTooter