My Testimony at DC Council Budget Hearing

My name is Louis Santucci, and I live in Dupont Circle. I have lived in DC since 1964, except for a couple of years, some of which were spent in the army during the Vietnam War. I have seen the ebb and flow of the best and worst of the city.  I am afraid we are now in...

Why is DC Funding the Bike Lobby?

Testimony of Lee Meyer Save Connecticut Ave.org Council Budget Hearing My name is Lee Mayer, and I am President of SaveConnecticutAve.org. The residents of wards 3 and 4 and the businesses along Conn Ave applaud DDOTs decision to cancel the installation of bike lanes...

DC Budget – A Question of Priorities

We are told we have a tight budget this year. Mayor Bowser has called for program cuts and new taxes. But in fact, the District budget is rich. The real problem is our priorities. DC needs affordable housing. We need to compensate teacher helpers for their work caring...

DDOT Director Says Conn Ave Safety Plan Will Not Have Bike Lanes

Date: April 11, 2024 Contact: Lee Mayer, President Save Connecticut Ave Lee@Saveconnave.org 202-439-4744 DDOT Director Says Conn Ave Safety Plan Will Not Have Bike Lanes Today, during the DC Council’s Transportation Committee budget hearing, Councilmember Matt...

Pause DC Rogue Bike Plans 17th St. Bike Plan

DC Safe Streets Coalition: Pause DC Rogue Bike Plans 17th St. Bike Plan – The Worst in DC after 4 Years Council Oversight Hearings Today The 17th St. Bike Plan in Dupont Circle is the worst plan in the city, and while it is generally recognized to be an...