Breakfast links: Public space fight
SunTrust bust?
The newest proposal to redevelop the SunTrust in Adams Morgan has more outdoor space than before. At least one member of ANC 1C believes that it is still too little. (Borderstan)
Hot debate over the Haupt
A petition seeks to preserve the Smithsonian’s Haupt Garden, a small space south of the Castle. The Smithsonian hopes to rebuild it with upward-sweeping corners that let more light into exhibit spaces below; opponents want to keep the current “contemplative” design. (Curbed)
What’s in a (station) name?
The WMATA Board will decide this week whether to append “National Mall” to the Smithsonian Metro stop. An online poll found 54% supporting the change, while just 26% support adding “Kennedy Center” to the Foggy Bottom-GWU stop. (City Paper)
Deanwood stabbing
An 18-year-old has been arrested for the stabbing death of an eighth grader at Deanwood Metro Monday morning. It is the second homicide in less than a month at the station. (Post)
Now that’s dedication
Buses traveling on Georgia Avenue enjoy a dedicated lane between Florida Ave and Barry Place. Anyone transgressing the sanctity of the demarcated lanes will risk a $200 fine. (DCist)
Car2goFarther?
Users of car2go may be able to rent a vehicle on one side of the Potomac and leave it on the other. Arlington and DC are considering an agreement to allow this, which is currently prohibited. (UrbanTurf)
Long wait for TSA
TSA’s headquarters won’t move until 2018. Last fall, Victory Center was announced as the new HQ. A judge voided the lease because the space was 40,000 square feet larger than Congress authorized. (Alexandria Times)
Paint amid the parking
Artists are seeing their spaces gradually sold for condos. Where can they continue creating cheaply? How about abandoned office parks in the suburbs? (Washingtonian)
There’s more housing
It’s been tough to find a home to buy, but availabhle listings are rising. DC had the biggest rise; Fairfax City, the smallest. (UrbanTurf)
AND…
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE … WILL STOP USING ALL CAPS. (CITYLAB) … A “female-only” Uber: Good idea? Legal or illegal? (Post) … Transit agencies grow to love Uber and Lyft. (Citylab) … The latest on plans for a rail tunnel in Baltimore. (RT&S)