Purple Line

Happy National Transit Day! Our team is proud to contribute to this mission through our work on the Purple Line, helping to create a more accessible transit future.
Learn more about the Comms and Outreach Team.
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Spanish: https://ow.ly/ZBeL50Xrj5H

MDOT details draft CTP: Purple Line milestones, WMATA capital program and local grants Acting MDOT Secretary Samantha Biddle and agency administrators updated Prince George’s County on the draft six‑year CTP, Purple Line construction progress, WMATA capital programming, local grants and projects including a $269 million MD 4/Suitland Parkway interchange and a $9.2 million roundabout on MD 223.

The Purple Line construction is over 82% complete, bringing significant investment and support to small businesses along its route!

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#PrinceCounty #MD #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #TransportationInnovation #CommunityDevelopment #PrinceGeorgesCounty

Cheers to National Happy Hour Day!
Find plenty of great spots along the Purple Line to celebrate, like El Golfo, Mon Ami Gabi and our featured business spotlight Elena James: https://ow.ly/4HX750XncTN.
Want to learn more about local businesses? Visit: https://ow.ly/RLMT50XncTM.

#PurpleLineProgress 💜💜

Front row seat to @purplelinemd.bsky.social testing 👀 #transit #transitsky

Saluting Maryland’s veteran business owners! Join us at the 10th Annual Governor’s Small Business Outreach Summit tomorrow, Nov 11th. Connect with resources tailored to help veteran-owned businesses thrive. Secure your spot today: [https://t.co/mimGEDe1sg] #SmallBusinessSummit

The @mta.maryland.gov and @purplelinemd.bsky.social teams are excited to connect with small businesses across Maryland today at the Governor's Small Business Outreach Summit!

Happy #VeteransDay! Honoring all who have served this #VeteransDay. We’re grateful for the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who defend our freedom. Let’s take time to remember their stories and show our appreciation today and every day. Thank you for your service! #MDOTCares

The Program launched in 2025 and will end in 2028. It will be funded at $1 million per year, with funding allocated between Prince George’s and Montgomery counties. Each year, there will be up to three rounds of grant applications and awards. The dates for each round of applications and awards will be announced at the beginning of each year. For 2025, the following schedule will apply: Round 3 10/6/2025 11/7/2025 12/16/2025

🟣Deadline is TODAY🟣
The Maryland Department of Transportation Small Business Grant Program provides support to small businesses located along the Purple Line corridor that are impacted by construction🚧
🌟To apply▶️https://tinyurl.com/3ejfxtth Montgomery County Council #BethesdaMD #SilverSpringMD

REMINDER: On or about November 2, through November 16, 2025, Jones Mill Rd will be closed between Jones Bridge Rd & Coquelin Terrace for utility work. Pedestrian access will remain! Follow signs: https://ow.ly/PVp550Xf1tg

People Behind the Purple Line: Duane Mahan Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

See the faces behind the Purple Line Project. Meet Duane Mahan, Chief Safety Officer for Purple Line Transit Operators! He oversees safety initiatives and ensures compliance for safe operations. Learn more about Duane here: ow.ly/c0Gg50Xn6IH.

The Purple Line’s Beyond the Rails grant is helping New Carrollton flourish. Four parks were revitalized and celebrated with ribbon cuttings, creating greener, more welcoming spaces for the community. Learn more: https://ow.ly/YO2O50Xm0mG. #ConnectingCommunities

YouTube video by Maryland Purple Line Rincon Cristiano- Purple Line Business Spotlight

The Purple Line highlights Rincon Cristiano, a Christian bookstore in Langley Park, MD, with Bibles, gifts, and supplies for the Spanish-speaking community. Check out the spotlight on our YouTube: youtu.be/3lGOmy3cZ7E #ConnectingCommunities #MDOTCares #PurpleLineProgress.

🍂It may be fall, but the colors are in full bloom at Piney Branch Road Station. See how artists Jessie Unterhalter and Katey Truhn cast a kaleidoscope of color across the platform. Learn more: https://ow.ly/mNn450XlYim.
#MDOTCares #PurpleLineprogress

The Program launched in 2025 and will end in 2028. It will be funded at $1 million per year, with funding allocated between Prince George’s and Montgomery counties. Each year, there will be up to three rounds of grant applications and awards. The dates for each round of applications and awards will be announced at the beginning of each year. For 2025, the following schedule will apply: Round 3 10/6/2025 11/7/2025 12/16/2025

🟣Deadline Approaching🟣
The Maryland Department of Transportation Small Business Grant Program provides support to small businesses located along the Purple Line corridor that are impacted by construction🚧
🌟To apply▶️https://tinyurl.com/3ejfxtth Montgomery County Council #BethesdaMD #SilverSpringMD

Construction at Silver Spring Metro station for purple line transfer.

Construction at Silver Spring Metro station for purple line transfer. Head on view of canopy.

Construction at Silver Spring Metro station for purple line transfer. View of canopy with crane.

The canopy for the Purple Line-Red Line transfer is coming along! Looks mostly done except for the actual roof pieces. @purplelinemd.bsky.social

Construction at Silver Spring Metro station for purple line transfer.

Construction at Silver Spring Metro station for purple line transfer. Head on view of canopy.

Construction at Silver Spring Metro station for purple line transfer. View of canopy with crane.

The canopy for the Purple Line-Red Line transfer is coming along! Looks mostly done except for the actual roof pieces. @purplelinemd.bsky.social

Bethesda/Chevy Chase Area: October 31, 2025 Temporary Closure of Jones Mill Road Reminder: On or about November 2, through November 16, 2025, Jones Mill Road will be closed between Jones Bridge Road and Coquelin Terrace. This closure is necessary for crews to complete utility relo­cations and construction of the Purple Line underpass. Pedestrian access through the work zone will be maintained. Please follow on-site signage

Cierre temporal de Jones Mill Road Del 2 al 16 de noviembre de 2025, Jones Mill Road permanecerá cerrada entre Jones Bridge Road y Coquelin Terrace. Este cierre es necesario para que las cuadrillas completen la reubicación de los servicios públicos y la construcción del paso subterráneo de la Línea Púrpura. Se m

🚧🟣REMINDER🟣🚧
Temporary Closure of Jones Mill Road - On or about Nov. 2, through Nov. 16, 2025, Jones Mill Road will be closed between Jones Bridge Road and Coquelin Terrace.
▶️https://ow.ly/O8lJ50Xl8YB
#MDRoads #MDTraffic #MDCommuters Montgomery County, MD Government Purple Line

This weekend marks the end of daylight saving time, remember to set your clocks back one hour and enjoy the extra rest and brighter mornings. While the clocks turn back, Purple Line crews are moving ahead with advanced dynamic testing. More information ow.ly/14ir50XksA8.

Bethesda/Chevy Chase Area: October 31, 2025 Temporary Lane Closure on Wisconsin Avenue New: On or about Saturday, November 1, 2025, crews will reduce Wisconsin Avenue southbound to one travel lane between Montgomery Avenue and Woodmont Avenue from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. The closure is necessary to allow concrete placement into the Purple Line project site. Please follow on-site signage.

🚧🟣ICYMI🟣🚧
▶️ tinyurl.com/4yjt8tky #mdroads #mdtraffic #weekend @purplelinemd.bsky.social #Bethesdamd @marylanddot.bsky.social

On or about November 2, through November 16, 2025, Jones Mill Rd will be closed between Jones Bridge Rd & Coquelin Terrace for utility work. Pedestrian access will remain! Follow signs: ow.ly/PVp550Xf1tg

#PurpleLinePoweredUp: Advanced dynamic testing is now underway. Stay alert near tracks, never go around police/flaggers., and follow traffic control. See Tracks? Think Purple Line. ow.ly/nkGG50XjkvN. #ConnectingCommunities

On or about October 26-30, 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., crews will pave the intersection of Annapolis Rd (MD 450) & Veterans Pkwy (MD 410). Expect lane closures & follow on-site guidance. Please plan for delays. #ConnectingCommunities #MDOTCares #PurpleLineprogress

#ConnectingCommunities! 800+ businesses are near the Purple Line. Apply for the Small Business Grant by Nov 7: ow.ly/5Ct450Xf0wv. Questions? Email us at business@purplelinemd.com. #MDOTCares #PurpleLineprogress @marylanddot.bsky.social

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The October 2025 edition of the Purple Line Newsletter has been release and includes construction updates, a Business Spotlight with Mon Ami Gabi and an interview with our Outreach and Business Engagement teams.
📰▶️ https://tinyurl.com/yepv6pa7 Maryland Transit Administration #mdcommuters

Downtown Silver Spring Zombie Walk & Takoma Park Monster Bash Set for Saturday The annual downtown Silver Spring Zombie Walk and Takoma Park Monster Bash events will celebrate the Spooky Season on Saturday.

Downtown Silver Spring Zombie Walk & Takoma Park Monster Bash Set for Saturday www.sourceofthespring.com/silver-sprin...

🧟‍♂️ Zombie Walk is back! 🧟‍♀️ Grab your ghoul-friends and follow the undead trail. Scan the QR code for exclusive bites & drinks. Stay hydrated! More Information: ow.ly/xrH550XeWT1.

On or about November 2, through November 16, 2025, Jones Mill Rd will be closed between Jones Bridge Rd & Coquelin Terrace for utility work. Pedestrian access will remain! Follow signs: ow.ly/PVp550Xf1tg

Starting on or about October 20, 2025, crews will install sheet piles along the Capital Crescent Trail alignment between 16th Street & Spring St. Crews may be driving piles between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays and weekends as needed. #ConnectingCommunities #PurpleLineprogress

TONIGHT: Join the Purple Line at 6 P.M. for our #SilverSpring virtual Community Advisory Team (C.A.T.) meeting. Receive updates, construction news and join our Q&A. ow.ly/yhOB50Xbll3. #PurpleLineProgress #ConnectingCommunities