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Hey #DC, don't miss your chance to see the Backyard Bubble in action!🪴🫧 Come hang with us & our friends from @DOEE_DC at Frager's Hardware on Sunday, 5/24. Attendees will learn how #LawnCare impacts #AirQuality and can enter for a chance to win green lawn equipment.👏💚

Celebrate Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation in style this year, with the return of VRE Fireworks Trains on Saturday, July 4, 2026! Ticket sales through Eventbrite will begin on June 1. Participants will also receive a commemorative LED "sparkler" to provide some patriotic flair and fun for the whole family. Learn more about VRE Fireworks Trains: vre.org/fireworkstrains 🎇

Also approved--six Regional Roadway Safety projects, including a corridor study, neighborhood safety study, and recommendations to improve a residential intersection.

The TPB approved funding for six new Transportation Land-Use Connections (TLC) projects in MD & VA. From greenways advancement to a parking study, bike network gap analysis, and more--read about the projects: bit.ly/49ZlfM2

Beat rising gas prices with Commuter Connections! Save with free carpool matching and cash rewards for transit.🚌💵 Learn more ways to save on gas: mwcog.org/newsroom/2026/…

Today: Tune in for the TPB meeting at 12:00 P.M. Hear about Transportation Land Use Connections Program & Regional Roadway Safety Program recipients, and TPB Congestion and Travel Analysis Tools. Agenda & livestream: bit.ly/4d0juAo

It's a GORGEOUS day to bike to work 🚴🤩 #BTWD2026

Our Commuter Connections program was thrilled to see such a great turnout at the 100+ pit stops across the DMV for the 25th anniversary of Bike to Work Day! Thanks to everyone who helped us celebrate healthy and happy biking and to @WABA and other partners! 🚲#BiketoWorkDay2026

Happy Bike to Work Day! We had a blast with @vapassengerrail and @DCVisionZero. 🚲 Thanks to all the cyclists—including students from @AmidonBowenVIBE—who stopped by. And thank you to Starbucks for hosting us on the patio. @BikeToWorkDay #BiketoWorkDay

Bike to Work Day 2026 was a blast! 🚲✨ From biking in with the community ourselves to sharing our work at pit stops, our staff had a great time highlighting how we are working to shape a more connected, sustainable Montgomery County! @BikeToWorkDay #BikeMonth #BTWD2026

On Bike to Work Day (May 15), try out our new bike amenities! 🚲450 new standard bike lockers 🚲50 new oversized lockers 🚲100 new smart, self-locking racks 🚲75 new repair stations 🚲600 new u-racks During our phased roll out, find a station near you: wmata.com/service/bikes/…

COG was pleased to be in Annapolis this week as Governor Moore signed SB0111. We applaud Maryland’s progress to address regional vehicle laws and look forward to continued partnership with DC, MD & VA leaders to address ticket reciprocity and efforts to improve roadway safety.

⌛3 DAYS UNTIL @BikeToWorkDay 2026 on FRIDAY, MAY 15! 3️⃣Reason # 3 to sign up? 👕SNAG THE OFFICIAL 2026 #BTWD T-SHIRT - in PURPLE HEATHER! 💜FREE - JUST REGISTER! ow.ly/F80r50YYuEi @ArlingtonVA @TRAC @MWCOG @WABADC

COG's 2026 report on homelessness in the region is out, noting a 1% increase and 28,889 in permanent housing. Read our release and download the full report: mwcog.org/newsroom/2026/…

May’s meeting of the COG Board of Directors starts at noon. On the docket: the release of COG’s regional homelessness report and a panel of nonprofit leaders on collaborating with government partners for regional success. Tune in: youtube.com/live/4IyX76YbC…

Bike to Work Day is this Friday 5/15! 🚲 Leave your car at home & bike to catch Metro Bus or Metro Rail to the office. Visit our pit stop at Fort Totten station from 7 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Enjoy water & coffee, snacks, a DJ, & Metro goodies! Register here: biketoworkmetrodc.org/register

Bike to Work Day is one week away! Join partners across metropolitan Washington on Friday, May 15 to ride toward a cleaner future. Register today to support sustainable mobility and regional progress. 🚲🌱 bit.ly/BTWD26 #BikeToWorkDay

Congratulations to our 2026 Foster Parents of the Year! These dedicated and compassionate parents fill a critical need in our region's child welfare system, providing a safe home for children during uncertain times. Read their stories: bit.ly/4dcTFvG #FosterCareMonth

News Highlight: Learn how coordination and agency partnerships support transportation systems management & operations in the National Capital Region. The TPB works alongside @MATOC and @MWCOG to help keep #DMV travelers on the move--by road, bus & rail. bit.ly/4tRKI1W

Implementing a climate mitigation or resiliency strategy in underserved communities? Apply or nominate a #ClimateLeader! #ClimateAwards mwcog.org/climateawards