Go Montgomery! November 20, 2018

Holiday Season Marks Beginning of Dangerous Driving Period for Fatal Alcohol-Related Crashes The extended Thanksgiving holiday is one of the most heavily traveled times of the year. Thanksgiving Eve is also known as one of the busiest nights for bars and restaurants, making it an especially dangerous holiday for alcohol-related collisions. More. End of Daylight Savings Time Marks Dangerous Time for Pedestrians and Bicyclists Safety experts warn that the end of daylight savings time brings darker evening commuting hours, and is typically the time of year when crashes spike. Unfortunately, this has proven true with the County’s recent spate of pedestrian and bicycle collisions. Learn more about what is being done to curtail crashes through the County’s Vision Zero Plan and the region’s Street Smart campaign. MCDOT to Hold Public Workshop on US 29 Mobility and Reliability Study Meeting MCDOT invites the public to learn more and provide input on the US 29 Mobility and Reliability Study on Thursday, November 29 at the White Oak Recreation Center Social Hall. More. Street Smart Virtual Reality Challenge Teaches Safety and Awareness Washington area officials kicked-off the fall Street Smart campaign with a Virtual Reality Challenge. Street Smart is a regional pedestrian and bicyclist safety education and enforcement effort held every fall and spring. Read more.  See safety tips. Volunteer to Help Improve MCDOT’s Website MCDOT is redesigning its website and needs your help. If you are interested in commenting online about the website’s proposed organization, design elements and other aspects, sign up online. MCDOT appreciates your input! Traffic Calming an Effective Tool in Improving Safety Every year, MCDOT plans and completes dozens of traffic calming and intersection improvement projects to slow speeding traffic, including installing speed humps, traffic circles and curb extensions. The latest project under construction is a roundabout at the intersection of Kerry Lane, Glendale Road and Kerry Road in Chevy Chase. MCDOT’s BRT Groundbreaking Ceremony Featured in Passenger Transport The American Public Transportation Association recently heralded the start of construction for Montgomery County’s first Bus Rapid Transit line that will operate between downtown Silver Spring and Burtonsville. See full article. Washington Suburban Transit Commission to Hold Public Forums The Washington Suburban Transit Commission (WSTC) will be holding public forums in both Montgomery and Prince George’s counties to collect feedback on transit-oriented projects in the region. The Montgomery County forum is December 6.  Read more or learn about the WSTC.  November 20, 2018 Transportation Holiday Schedule for November 22, Thanksgiving Day County offices – Closed. Ride On – Sunday schedule. TRiPS Mobile and Commuter Store – Closed. Parking at public garages, lots, curbside meters – Free. See all County holiday schedule changes online. MCDOT Honors County Executive Ike Leggett MCDOT Director Al Roshdieh honored County Executive Ike Leggett for his dedication and commitment to strengthening Montgomery County’s transportation services. Wheaton Revitalization Project Update Next week, County Executive Ike Leggett and MCDOT Director Al Roshdieh will view the project’s milestone as the underground parking garage reaches ground level. Read more about the project’s construction and follow the progress in real time by viewing the on-site camera. Garage reaches ground level at Reedie Drive

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