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National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board, the metropolitan planning organization (MPO) for the Washington region. Housed at & staffed by @MWCOG.
Put a new spin on your commute! Bike to Work Day is May 15, 2026. The first 18,000 who register and participate can pick up a free T-shirt and other goodies at one of more than 100 pit stops around the DC-MD-VA region. Register today for free at biketoworkmetrodc.org
The TPB approved over $12 million in federal Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program funding today for seven small-scale projects in Virginia that will support safe walking, transit access, and ADA accessibility. Learn more about the projects: bit.ly/3ZJlQfC
Tune in at 12:00 P.M. for today's TPB meeting. Agenda, presentations, and livestream available at bit.ly/4aDuDEC
How has your commute changed? The 2025 State of the Commute dashboard is live! Do you take transit, carpool, drive alone—and how satisfied are you with your commute? Explore trends by income and jurisdiction to see how metropolitan Washington moves:
mwcog.org/commutedata
Thank you to CAC Chair Daniel Papiernik for leading the Community Advisory Committee in 2026. It was a great year with many learning opportunities on regional topics like Visualize 2050, DMVMoves, and Travel Demand Models. #ThinkRegionally
@mattfrumin.bsky.social
@nharris.bsky.social
The TPB in 2025 worked together with its partners to hone tools and mechanisms to think regionally and act locally. We hope to continue to strengthen our ties and collaborate for future transportation plans, dashboards, and initiatives across the DMV in 2026.
The Transportation Planning Board is meeting today at 12pm. Join us to discuss DMVMoves, 2025 State of the Commute Survey Results, and UPWP. Watch live: bit.ly/TPBJan2026
2025 was a year of next-level collaboration at COG, and it wouldn't have been possible without our dedicated members and partners! Check out how our region came together as we look forward to continuing this important work in 2026. bit.ly/3Z0XH3z
Happy New Year! The TPB is pleased to announce its 2026 officers. Gaithersburg City Council Member Neil Harris has been elected TPB Chair. DC Councilmember Matt Frumin and Alexandria City Councilmember Canek Aguirre will serve as Vice Chairs this year. bit.ly/4q8GQI2
Thank you, @walteralcorn.bsky.social, for your leadership as TPB chair in fall 2025. During this time, TPB approved the Visualize 2050 National Capital Region Transportation Plan, also 25 Enhanced Mobility projects to improve mobility for older adults & people with disabilities.
The TPB recently recognized 2025 Technical Committee Chair Victor Weissberg, Prince George's County, for his leadership and service. TPB Chairs @walteralcorn.bsky.social, @nharris.bsky.social, and @cmfrumin.bsky.social presented a plaque at the December board meeting. Thank you, Mr. Weissberg!
Also approved: FY 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) with over $17.9 billion in near-term projects and the region’s air quality conformity analysis, which confirms that the activities included in the TIP and #Visualize2050 plan meet federal air quality standards.
This week, the TPB approved #Visualize2050, the National Capital Region Transportation Plan. Visualize envisions the region's transportation network for 2050 and includes $297 billion for multimodal projects, maintenance, and system expansion. Learn more: bit.ly/4pOcHxE
The TPB meets today, December 17, at 12:00 P.M. Listen to the live stream for key votes on the #Visualize2050 National Capital Region Transportation Plan, Enhanced Mobility projects, and highway & transit safety targets. Find the agenda here: bit.ly/TPBDecemberMeeting
The TPB takes action this week on the #Visualize2050 National Capital Region Transportation Plan, FY 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program & the region's Air Quality Conformity Analysis. View the plan, executive summary, and more at visualize2050.org
TPB, along with its state, city, and county partners, is using a regional approach to reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries in the National Capital Region. Read about recent safety initiatives at TPB & @mwcog.bsky.social in this ICF story. bit.ly/3Kslwh2
TPB's Commuter Connections program is calling for nominations for its Employer Awards program. Help us recognize employers who have programs that offer telework & promote sustainable commuting such as transit, carpooling, etc. Submit your nomination: bit.ly/48t1KtL
🎄Happening this Saturday🎄
Don't miss your opportunity to see the #RideTheFlash Holiday Bus! 🤩This is a #FREE event!🤩
📍East County Community Recreation Center 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, #SilverSpringMD 20904
#MoCoRec #RideTheFlash Montgomery County, MD Government #HolidaySeason #WonderLand
Last day to comment on #Visualize2050! Share your feedback on the National Capital Region's transportation planning priorities and future roadway, transit, and bike & pedestrian network. View the plan, maps, and other resources: visualize2050.org
Friendly Reminder: Tomorrow, Nov. 21, is the last day to comment on the #Visualize2050 National Capital Region Transportation Plan, FY 2026-29 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) & the metropolitan Washington region's Air Quality Conformity Analysis. visualize2050.org
Thank you to Councilmember Kelly Russell for serving on the Transportation Planning Board for over a decade! She chaired the TPB in 2020, launching TPB's smart phone app IncenTrip and responding to the needs of the COVID pandemic. Thank you for your service.
The TPB approved funding for three new Transit Within Reach projects at the November 19 board meeting. The projects in the City of Rockville, @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social and @fairfaxcounty.gov will help improve walking & bike access to the nearest bus stops and rail stations. bit.ly/3XAd7v0
Tune in for today's TPB meeting at 12 noon. On the agenda: Transit Within Reach project approvals, #Visualize2050 and public comment to date, draft regional transit & highway safety targets. Listen to the live stream: bit.ly/TPBNovemberM...
Celebrate #GeographyAwarenessWeek and #GISDay2025 by exploring TPB’s #Visualize2050 maps! See the DMV’s planned transportation network and where most job & population growth will be. View the maps and comment on the Visualize 2050 plan through November 21. Visualize2050.org/PlanResources/
There's still time to comment on #Visualize2050! Share your thoughts on the metro Washington region's transportation investments, upcoming projects, and air quality. Provide your feedback through this Friday, Nov. 21. Learn more & comment: visualize2050.org
The regional effort to modernize Metro and enhance our entire transit network took another major step forward today, as #DMVMoves earned the endorsement of the COG & WMATA Boards of Directors. Learn more about this transformative plan and what's next: dmvmoves.org/cog-and-metr...
Nov. 13 at 6:00 P.M., all are welcome! Join the TPB, @ddotdc.bsky.social, @marylanddot.bsky.social, Virginia DOT, and @wmata.com to hear about #transportation investments in the National Capital Region. Visit mwcog.org/TIPforum for in-person and virtual participation options. See you there! 🚅🚏🚲🚗
Transportation projects in the region's #Visualize2050 plan show that the DMV will meet federal air quality goals. Learn more about how the region is planning for a better, and cleaner travel tomorrow: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHgk...
Hear about the National Capital Region’s upcoming highway, transit & bike/pedestrian investments, programs, and projects. Attend the TPB FY 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Forum on November 13 at 6:00 P.M. In-person and virtual options available. mwcog.org/TIPforum
👻 🧛🧟 Don’t ghost safety on Halloween 👻 🧛🧟
🎃 Drivers, watch for trick-or-treaters in unexpected places
🎃 Drivers, slow down. Slower speeds save lives
🎃 Follow the rules of the road
🎃 Cross the street at corners and crosswalks
🎃 Look for cars in all directions