Congress Heights: Transportation and Access
Congress Heights: Transportation and Access
We are planning. We are planning together. We are planning for equity.
If you missed the first focus group discussion Tuesday, March 30, complete the survey below and check out the recording at the bottom of the page!
Thank you for your interest in the Congress Heights Small Area Plan and the Transportation and Access focus area.
This focus area addresses transportation: how you move within and around Congress Heights, how you travel outside of Congress Heights, and the challenges you face commuting to and from work. In addition to car access, this focus area will take a look at all modes of transportation, including transit, micromobility (scooters and bikes), as well as pedestrian access and safety.
Start providing critical feedback by scrolling down and answering the survey questions below. Your feedback will be critical in shaping the direction of this plan and future plan recommendations.
What We've Heard
Over a series of meetings, research activities, and surveying, we have heard the following challenges and community priorities. Take a look and tell us if this is a summary you can get behind.
Challenges
- Public transit is not accessible to community workplaces or considered safe
- Reduced transit service after hours and during the pandemic leave shift workers vulnerable to high rideshare fees, especially since the start of the pandemic
- The Circulator is not as useful East of the River for community-to-community trips as it is for trips downtown
- Traffic-calming measures are needed to slow down cars
- Implemented street improvements are not intuitive to drivers and have resulted in unsafe conditions
- Increased and brighter street lighting and other deterrents can help deter crime in streets and alleys
- Community infrastructure improvements should take into account the increased use of autonomous vehicles
- Investments should be made to improve the walking experience in the community, especially in light of the hilly terrain
- New street investments should respond to an increased interest in bikes and scooters
The Congress Heights Small Area Plan is led by the Office of Planning (OP). The plan is managed by:
- Valecia Wilson, Ward 7 and 8 Planner, Project Manager
- Faith Broderick, Community Planner, Assistant Project Manager
Questions? Reach out to us online at CongressHeightsPlan@dc.gov or on the phone at 855-925-2801 (pin: 9965). We looking forward to hearing from you.