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Car Free Day is Almost Here
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Have you ever wondered what Arlington would look like without the hum of engines and theslowdowns caused by congestion? Imagine a day whenthe streets are transformed into vibrant public spaces, free from the hustle and bustle of traffic.Welcome to Car Free Day! This global event invites people everywhere to step away from their cars and explore alternative modes of transportation. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist, an avid walker, or someone just curious about the benefits of going car-free, this day offers a unique opportunity to experience your community in a whole new way. You can take the pledgeto go car-free in the region on Monday, September 23, to participate in the event.
Sep. 17, 2024, ATP ART joins AFAC for Annual Stuff the Bus Event
- Sep. 16, 2024, ART
Game Day Transit Tips: Getting to Sports Games Like a Pro
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At Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), we know that navigating local stadiumscan be confusing,time-consuming, and costly. Whether you are heading to a Washington Commanders game at the Northwest Stadium orplanning to spend the evening at Capital One Arena to enjoy a Washington Wizards or Capitals game, there are various transportation optionsto simplify your travel, avoid the hassle of parking, andsave money. Below are some tips to enhance your game-day experience by using the many regional transportation options available.
Sep. 9, 2024, ATP Pentagon Memorial Walk: Commemorating 9/11 in Arlington, Connecting with 9/11 National Memorial Trail
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September brings cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and some of the best walking conditions of the season. For longtime Arlingtonians, the ninth month of the year also recalls a picture-perfect September morning in 2001 when blue skies were suddenly darkened by billowing black smoke emanating from the Pentagon. Twenty-three years later, memories of that day still...
Sep. 6, 2024, WalkArlington Celebrate TDM Week This September
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September offers a chance to promote and raise awareness around Transportation Demand Management, or TDM. Transportation Demand Management is the successful complement to infrastructure, focused on understanding how transportation choices are made and assisting people in using the existing infrastructure for transit, walking, biking, ridesharing, and teleworking. TDM is at the core of what Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP) does in our work with employers, residential communities, commercial properties, and hotels.
Aug. 30, 2024, ATP ART Holiday Service For Labor Day
- Aug. 27, 2024, ART
What We Learned at the Flexible Workplace Webinar
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Summer is in full swing, and now is as good a time as ever to take advantage of telework and/or a flexible workplace to improve work/life balance and increase employee satisfaction. Allie Velleca, Transportation Demand Management Project Manager with AECOM and Chair of the ACT Telework Council, joined ATP to share information on different kinds of flexible workplace models and how they improve employee retention.
Aug. 2, 2024, ATP Bikes@Vienna – Rolling with the Changes
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Bikes@Vienna – Rolling with the Changes BikeArlington is thrilled to feature select area bike shops in our space at the Arlington County Fair from August 16-18 this year. Joining us on Saturday, August 17, is Tim Fricker, owner of Bikes@Vienna in Vienna, Va. Along with his skills and knowledge, Tim will be bringing some of...
Jul. 31, 2024, BikeArlington Transit Updates: Fare Increases and a New ART Route
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Effective July 1, 2024, Arlington Transit (ART) has discontinued three routes- 53, 61, and 62. In their place is Route 56 – Military Road to Rosslyn Metro. Transit riders can also expect fare increases throughout the region.
Jul. 16, 2024, ATP Introducing Our Brand-New Regional Transportation Guide
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Whether you work or live in Arlington you’re most likely familiar with the Metrorail operated by the Washington Metro Area Transit Authority (WMATA), but can you say you’re familiar with all the transit options the region has to offer? Arlington boasts a variety of options to get you to your end destination and while it can be overwhelming to navigate them all, ATP has got you covered.
Jul. 11, 2024, ATP