Security/Tech policy pro. Former ANC4C Commissioner and NPS. Urban planning, transit, and outdoors enthusiast. DCU, USNT, O's fan. He/Him. Opinions are my own.
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Alan Wehler retweeted
Really excellent data driven deep dive on DC’s failure to enforce traffic laws.
Do I wonder if lack of police enforcement isnt really about the racial justice concerns but because attempted traffic stops themselves often lead to deadly behavior
capitalcommonsense.substack.…
Alan Wehler retweeted
#News - Blistering new IG report on DC’s 911 system - high absenteeism, some supervisors lack training, agency doesn’t systematically analyze quality assurance data to improve.
Summary:
Alan Wehler retweeted
If you follow this account you should absolutely take this survey and let OP know what you think about a plan to freeze DC in amber for the next generation and do nothing to change the exclusionary, luxury zoning that keeps this city unaffordable.
Did you miss the in-person workshops earlier this month, or do you have feedback on the draft future land use map? We want to hear from you! Learn about the proposed changes in the draft future land use map and tell us what you think by April 30: arcg.is/1nGanv4
ALT Graphic featuring text, the DC 2050 logo, and the draft future land use map of DC. Text: "Now open! Take a survey on the Draft Future Land Use Map. Where should we add new homes, jobs & community resources? Respond by April 30 at DC2050.com"
Alan Wehler retweeted
Speaking of, a few months ago I easily found a bunch of cars right outside MPD headquarters with license plate covers on them.
License plate covers are illegal in DC. 🚫
#WATCH 🎥 Sgt. Throne explains why plates must remain clearly visible and how this helps keep our roads safe
Alan Wehler retweeted
This summer, the Open Markets Act–a bill aimed at promoting competition in the mobile app economy–was reintroduced in Congress.
Alan Wehler and Jon Tran of @ChertoffGroup provide recommendations for how lawmakers could update the bill so it does not have unintended privacy impacts for app users.
Alan Wehler retweeted
This is better fixed if DC took Fairfax’s sliding scale of a) gross household income and b) ownership proportion to determine % exempt
A household earning $60k should have higher tax exemption than a $155k household
Alan Wehler retweeted
You’re a young policy entrepreneur, mid-commute, daydreaming about abundance and scrolling Twitter, when suddenly you see this. Can it be? It can. It’s @wmataGM on Statecraft. statecraft.pub/p/how-to-save…
Alan Wehler retweeted
For the first time in recent history, San Francisco recorded more traffic fatalities than homicides in 2024, a stunning turn of events.
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Alan Wehler retweeted
NEW: We sued Fort Myer Construction for illegally polluting DC waterways.
The company repeatedly discharged contaminated runoff and petroleum into DC's stormwater system.
As a result, Fort Myer polluted Springhouse Run stream at the National Arboretum and the Anacostia River.
Alan Wehler retweeted
DDOT’s revised plans for Connecticut Avenue are worse all around. DC can't afford to waste $26 million on a bad project: ggwash.org/view/93926/dc-cou…
Alan Wehler retweeted
Update: Department of Public Works says Office of Contracts is still contracting w the dump truck company District Logistics on "emergency" to manage farmers market compost. Move comes after contract appeals board said it should terminate its contract with District Logistics.
Fishy, indeed!
Since 2011 FRESHFARM has worked w/ @compostcab to grow community composting, pioneering a market drop-off model later expanded by The District. But Compost Cab is no longer running the program. Read this @WAMU story for inside scoop! wamu.org/story/24/04/05/dc-c…
Alan Wehler retweeted
Terrifying moments on RCC Road in 4C07 last night. By chance, no one was walking on the sidewalk or playing in this park when it happened. This vehicle was reportedly going ~60-70 mph — effective street design features (speed humps) were the ONLY thing able to stop them.
Alan Wehler retweeted
The status quo at Grant Circle is unsafe, and it has been for a long time.
I secured a commitment from @DDOTDC to improve safety on Grant Circle in 2022. Now we need to improve DDOT’s plan and ensure it is funded and implemented.
Grant Circle needs to be safe for all families.
Just drove through Grant Circle where a woman (who was pushing a baby) got hit by a car that sped off.
This area is beyond dangerous & soon isn’t soon enough to get the safety measures there that are long overdue. Grateful for local leaders pushing! @CMLewisGeorgeW4 @kademian87
Alan Wehler retweeted
Hat tip to this OG DC United fan way out in Portland with a circa-2004 jersey and Barra Brava (RIP) scarf. Methinks this person has endured some sports-induced pain over the decades
Alan Wehler retweeted
BREAKING: The Runaway, Brookland’s beloved burger and music venue, will keep their doors open after landlord significantly reduced rent. Good news for owner Christine Lilyea and for the city’s rock scene. buff.ly/3SdMjgY
Alan Wehler retweeted
Another awful reminder of the urgent need for traffic safety upgrades at Grant Circle.
We need to improve and implement the plan @DDOTDC developed in partnership with my office, ANC 4C, and neighbors:
janeeseward4.com/wp-content/…
There is too much at stake for us not to take action.
Emergency responders currently attending to a woman who was hit by a car in Grant Circle. Traffic safety improvements cannot come soon enough @DDOTDC @CMLewisGeorgeW4 @kademian87
Alan Wehler retweeted
D.C.'s VIP low number license plates handed out by mayor and council rack up $38,000 in speeding, parking tickets axios.com/local/washington-d…
Alan Wehler retweeted
NEW: Starting in 2024, tickets to Timbers and Thorns matches will serve as TriMet tickets as well.
Free rides to and from the stadium on the MAX Red/Blue lines and 4 bus routes. #RCTID #BAONPDX oregonlive.com/sports/2023/0…
