The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority

10/30/2020

Virginia Commuter Survey - Travel | Virginia Department of Transportation

Last chance to let the Virginia Department of Transportation know how the #COVID19 pandemic has impacted the way you travel. Help them identify opportunities to improve your travel! http://www.virginiadot.org/travel/commuter-survey.asp

Getting to and from work in northern Virginia can often be a challenge, so we've gathered region-specific information and tools to help you make the most of your commute. Construction Read about Northern Virginia projects and plans .

10/29/2020

Home - The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority

It's a hang out indoors, sip on some hot cocoa kind of day. Looking for something to do tonight to shelter from the rain? Here's your chance to give input on the Loudoun County Government Rt. 15 N Widening project - funded with NVTA regional revenues - and the Virginia Department of Transportation Transform 66 Outside the Beltway Construction. See our Events Calendar to learn more! https://thenovaauthority.org

Focused on relieving congestion and improving quality of life for Northern Virginians, the Authority is advancing 122 regionally significant, multimodal projects, totaling more than $1.975 billion in transportation investments

10/28/2020

We're holding the Planning Coordination Advisory Committee Meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m.! Tune in to watch live on YouTube. Continued discussions on long-range transportation planning vision and goals. #regionalcollaboration https://tinyurl.com/yahacajz

10/28/2020

It's #nationalfirstrespondersday ... Thank you to all the frontline workers who are sacrificing each day to keep us safe! #FrontLineHeroes ❤️🚓🚑🚒

10/28/2020

Here's What A Reimagined Richmond Highway Could Look Like

#ICYMI Richmond Highway reimagined: More walkability through National Landing BID #DYK NVTA is investing $227M+ in multimodal #transportation projects in National Landing? #crystalcity #lovenationallanding
http://ow.ly/F9pS50BYWjV
WAMU 88.5 - American University Radio #hq2

When Amazon decided to put its second headquarters in Crystal City it had a few things it wanted to see changed — a busy six-lane Route 1 was one of them.

10/27/2020

Fairfax County Transportation

Public Meeting tonight on this NVTA regionally-funded project!

FCDOT will host a virtual "Pardon Our Dust" meeting for the Route 28 widening project Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 7 p.m. Please note: this meeting will focus on the Fairfax County's plans. Details and registration link: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/transportation/projects/route28-widening

10/23/2020

Route 15 North Widening Public Information Meeting next week! Here's your chance to ask questions and submit comments on this NVTA regionally-funded project. Learn more: https://www.loudoun.gov/5448/Route-15-North-Widening-Public-Informati

#Loudoun County will host a virtual public information meeting on the Route 15 North widening project Thursday, October 29, 2020. Find details, including how to participate, here: https://bit.ly/37wdjm9

10/22/2020

Two #transportation innovation firsts in #NorthernVA this week (perfect timing for #transitappreciationmonth), micromobility endures despite #COVID19, contactless fare payment and equity... Get the scoop on all this and more in our latest edition of Driven By InNoVation! https://tinyurl.com/yxj4u2d4
Fairfax County Government AlexandriaVA.gov Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation

10/22/2020

The Tech That Might Help Cyclists and Cars Coexist Safely

During the #COVID19 pandemic, there has been an influx of bikes on the roadways across the country, but there have been challenges with bikes and vehicles co-existing. Learn more about rapid vehicle-to-vehicle communications technology that can save driver and bicyclist lives.
http://ow.ly/4Tk650BYW6d
The New York Times

With more Americans riding bikes, there’s new pressure to find ways to make the streets safer for everyone.

10/21/2020

Northern Virginia Transportation Authority

Want to stay on top of the latest activities happening at NVTA? Tune in live to this evening's Technical Advisory Committee at 7 p.m. on YouTube! Northern Virginia's long-range #transportation plan vision & goals to be discussed. https://tinyurl.com/yahacajz #northernva

The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority is a regional body that is focused on delivering real transportation solutions and value for Northern Virginia...

10/20/2020

Northern Virginia Transportation Alliance

CTB Meeting streaming live now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnVeGxSGBJw 💻

The Commonwealth Transportation Board receives an update today on the I-495 American Legion Bridge Transit Demand Study. There is a tremendous opportunity to improve regional transit service, but only if we have reliable service across the American Legion Bridge. #495NEXT #MDTrafficRelief #ManagedLanes CC: The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority Northern Virginia Transportation Commission Suburban Maryland Transportation Alliance Citizens4TrafficRelief Greater Washington Partnership Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce Greater Washington Board of Trade Tysons Dulles Area Transportation Association

10/19/2020

Electric buses unveiled!

Earlier today, we celebrated with AlexandriaVA.gov, Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, and DASHBus the unveiling of the first-ever 100% zero emissions electric buses! Virginia Secretary of Transportation Shannon Valentine says #transit will be made cleaner and more efficient in an unparalleled multimodal network in the Commonwealth.

#DYK NVTA has an $11.9M investment on DASH Bus Service Enhancements that will install infrastructures for electric buses, to support a complete fleet of Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) buses for DASH?

10/19/2020

Scott A. Surovell

Public meetings this week on the #multimodal Richmond Highway #BRT project in Fairfax County Government. (10/20 English; 10/22 Spanish) NVTA is funding $250M towards design, right of way, and construction, through the the FY2018-23 regional funding program. 🚎🚘🚲
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Public Hearing TOMORROW at 7 pm regarding U.S. 1 Bus Rapid Transit. It will be a virtual meeting and you need to sign up in advance. Follow the link below for signup!

Paul Krizek for Virginia Adam Ebbin Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce Southeast Fairfax Development Corporation - SFDC The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority Northern Virginia Transportation Alliance Coalition for Smarter Growth Fairfax Alliance for Better Bicycling - FABB

10/15/2020

Be sure to join us for today's Finance Committee to hear updates on our investment portfolio, monthly revenue report and monthly operating budget report.
https://tinyurl.com/yahacajz

10/14/2020

This eco-friendly battery is powered by the smell of vanilla | Living

Not just for grandma's cookies anymore, the latent power of vanilla might drive your next #electricvehicle.
http://ow.ly/m2K850BL2ep
Euronews Living

Vanillin, a key ingredient in vanilla extract, takes the place of expensive and toxic rare metals.

10/13/2020

ReThink9 Roundabout Construction Reaches Milestone - ReThink9

Truck apron work on East and West Roundabouts on Rt. 9 in Town of Hillsboro, Virginia - The Gap Loudoun County Government begins on October 19, limiting truck and trailer traffic in the roundabouts until completed. Learn more: https://rethink9.com/roundabout-apron-construction/. #tacklingcongestion #regionalcollaboration #ReThink9

Truck apron work on East and West Roundabouts begins on October 19, limiting truck and trailer traffic in the roundabouts until completed.

10/09/2020

A lot was covered during last night's Authority Meeting, and we want to keep you in the know #ICYMI! Check out discussion highlights, covering everything from the Rt. 28 widening in
Prince William County Government, Virginia, investment activities/portfolio performance, and a legislative update, to name just a few! https://tinyurl.com/yyrserpe

10/09/2020

Fairfax County Board OKs Funding for Traffic Light at Fox Mill Road

Keeping safety top of mind, the Fairfax County Government Board approves a new traffic stop at a busy intersection that has been prone to accidents.
http://ow.ly/JTir50BL1Yd
Virginia Department of Transportation Reston Now

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a plan to bring a long-awaited traffic light to the intersection of Fox Mill and Pincecrest Roads. At a meeting on Tuesday, the board approved a resolution that authorizes a partnership to install a light signal and construct left-turn l

10/09/2020

Northern Virginia Transportation Authority

Thanks again for joining us this evening. The Authority returned briefly and is now adjourned. Please check out the archived videos of both the GPC and Authority Meetings tomorrow by visiting https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIc5aFOqKSxSlkGApjRIGTw. Have a good night! 🌙

The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority is a regional body that is focused on delivering real transportation solutions and value for Northern Virginia...

10/09/2020

Thanks for joining us this evening. A live feed will return after the closed session.

10/08/2020

October 8, 2020 - Governance and Personnel Committee Meeting

Governance and Personnel Committee Meeting broadcasting live on our YouTube Channel right now! Check out the General Assembly Special Session update and impacts on #NoVA #Transportation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6c9xi8L9FA

10/08/2020

Not feeling Thursday night football this evening? Come check out back-to-back meetings we're holding tonight. First, the Governance and Personnel Committee reconvenes for the first time in ten months, starting at 5:30 p.m., and the Authority's business meeting begins afterwards at 7 p.m. https://tinyurl.com/yahacajz #regionalcollaboration

10/07/2020

Be sure to tune in tomorrow night! GPC returns after an 8-month hiatus, and the Authority reconvenes for its monthly business meeting immediately following. https://tinyurl.com/yahacajz #RegionalCollaboration

10/06/2020

Our monthly newsletter, NVTA Update, is now available! Learn more about our updated #COVID19 Analysis, TransAction Vision & Goals, regional collaboration, a spotlight on a #transportation project underway in Arlington County Virginia – Government, and more! https://tinyurl.com/y47nmya5

09/30/2020

Couldn't make last night's Planning and Programming Meeting live stream last night? No problem, we have you covered! You can view materials presented, and watch last night's conversations on COVID analysis updates and long-range #transportation vision & goals, by visiting our website. https://tinyurl.com/y3tsjw3m

09/29/2020

Want to stay on top of the latest Authority activities? Tune in to our virtual PPC Meeting tonight to hear about NoVA's long-range #transportation plan - TransAction - Vision/Goals, as well as an update on our #COVID19 analysis. 💻
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https://tinyurl.com/yahacajz

09/29/2020

Follow-the-leader: A shortcut to autonomous trucking | ZDNet

A trucking industry faced with a chronic shortage of qualified drivers + safety issues plaguing the industry = Autonomous intervention
ZDNet reports:
http://ow.ly/8LC950BBCPx

Auto trucks don't need drivers if they have a good guide.

09/28/2020

Study: Drivers in three Northern Virginia jurisdictions among rudest in the country

Several #Virginia cities are considered to have the rudest drivers in the country, according to new study. Remember, friends, #VirginiaIsForLovers not haters. We know these times can be stressful, but deep breaths and #bekindtoeachother
https://tinyurl.com/y24vznxq

Insurify, an insurance quotes comparison website, has compiled a list of the top 20 cities with the rudest drivers, with Virginia taking a whopping nine spots on the list.

09/24/2020

Alexandria Commuters to be Impacted by Arlington National Cemetery Metro Station Improvements

#wmata faces making hundreds of millions in spending cuts.

“As tough as these choices are for this fiscal year, much deeper and more painful cuts will be required for the next fiscal year if federal relief doesn’t arrive in time.” - Metro Forward (WMATA) Board Chair Paul Smedberg

More in ALXnow.com - Alexandria Now along with information on the Metro shut down of Arlington National Cemetery for platform improvements next spring:

https://www.alxnow.com/2020/09/23/alexandria-commuters-to-be-impacted-by-arlington-national-cemetery-metro-station-improvements/

Metro will shut down Arlington National Cemetery for platform improvements next spring, and construction will impact Alexandria commuters. But with ridership at a prolonged and historic low, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority assured City Council on Tuesday night that it will be a

09/23/2020

As you continue to follow NVTA activities, we welcome you to join us for two upcoming live-streams on YouTube. https://tinyurl.com/yahacajz #RegionalCollaboration

09/22/2020

#LoudounCounty Virtual Public Hearing TONIGHT at 6 p.m.! 💻

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Reminder: #Loudoun County will hold a virtual public meeting on the Evergreen Mills Road realignment and intersection improvements project September 22, 2020. Details here: https://bit.ly/3mydylR

09/22/2020

Now that's a pretty spectacular mode of transportation! 🛩

On Friday, September 25, at about 11:00 a.m., dozens of WWII aircraft will be flying over Loudoun County on the way to the Arsenal of Democracy Flyover in Washington, which is commemorating the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. You may see some of the aircraft over Loudoun on Thursday, September 24, as they practice for the event. Find details here: https://ww2flyover.org/

09/18/2020

Pandemic has boosted use of W&OD Regional Trail

The W&OD Trail is seeing dramatically expanded use – and overcrowding - as people flock for some fresh air and escape from isolation. Don’t worry, we’re on it – We recently broke ground with City of Falls Church Government and NOVA Parks on NVTA-funded W&OD Trail enhancements to address congestion on the trail. Also, we recently awarded regional revenues towards the Arlington W&OD Trail Enhancements project through the FY2020-2025 Six Year Program adopted in July.
https://www.insidenova.com/news/people/pandemic-has-boosted-use-of-w-od-regional-trail/article_cb992af8-eec4-11ea-9622-cf3f5df017b3.html

#COVID19 #multimodalsolutions

InsideNoVA.com

Whatever the preference for use – running, walking, biking, riding scooters, maybe even roller skating – the popular 45-mile Washington & Old Dominion (W&OD) Regional Trail has become much more

09/18/2020

"Like mother, like daughter" - The Washington Business Journal has published an Executive Profile on our very own Executive Director Monica Backmon. Check it out! (subscription required) https://bizjournals.com/washington/digital-edition?issue_id=15265

09/15/2020

Virtual curbside management in #WashingtonDC, purchasing gas with voice prompts, a race towards automated personal vehicles...all this and more in the latest edition of Driven by InNoVation! https://tinyurl.com/yymhymnz #Transportation #TechnologyNews