03/01: DC Candidate Transportation Forum and Social
DC Candidate Transportation Forum and Social
Organized by The Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA)
Josephine Butler Parks Center, Washington, DC
Sunday, Mar 1 from 2 pm to 6:30 pm EST
- RSVP at bit.ly/dctransportationforum
Overview
Hear from DC Mayoral candidates and At-Large Council candidates about transportation issues.
Join the Bike, Walk & Bus PAC, DC Transportation Equity Network, DC Families for Safe Streets, Greater Greater Washington, Coalition for Smarter Growth, and the Washington Area Bicyclist Association* to hear from qualifying Washington, DC Mayoral and At-Large Council candidates running in this year’s primary election and special election.
The DC Candidate Transportation Forum will take place on March 1st from 2pm-4:00 pm at the Josephine Butler Parks Center (2437 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20009) followed by a community social at Franklin Hall (1348 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009) from 4-6:30pm.
During the forum, you will get to hear directly from Mayoral and At-Large Council candidates about their vision for the District’s transportation future and actions they would prioritize to improve transportation. Come to learn where candidates stand on:
- Achieving a multimodal transportation system that serves all residents
- Improving bus and train access and reliability
- Making walking safer in every neighborhood for everyone
- Expanding a Low Stress Network for biking
The event will include moderated panels for both the qualifying mayoral candidates and another for the qualifying candidates for at-large seats on the DC Council.
Space is limited at the Josephine Butler Parks Center, but attendees can also register to stream the event virtually.
Attendees can register to attend the community social even if you were unable to attend the candidate forum in-person.
*The 501c3 organizations listed here do not endorse or work on behalf of candidates, or express any view for or against any candidate.
Invited and confirmed candidates will be posted closer to the event.
Highlights
- 4 hours 30 minutes
- under 16 with parent or legal guardian
- In person
- Doors at 1:45 PM
- Location: Josephine Butler Parks Center, 2437 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Agenda
02:00 PM Mayoral Candidate Panel at the Josephine Butler Park Center
03:00 PM At-Large Council Candidate Panel at the Josephine Butler Park Center
04:00 PM - 06:30 PM Community Social at Franklin Hall
Frequently asked questions
How should I get to the event?
We encourage you to use public transportation, biking, or walking or rolling to get to the Josephine Butler Parks Center and to Franklin Hall. Limited street parking is available.
How can I submit my transportation-related questions for the candidates?
Please share any questions you would like us to consider when you register for the event. The event hosts will review all suggestions as we prepare for the candidate panels.Will this event include endorsements for candidates running for office?
No. The sole purpose of this Candidate Transportation Forum is to host a public, unbiased, non-partisan forum to educate voters. Several host organizations are 501(c)(3) organizations and cannot engage in biased or partisan activities.
How can I get more involved or learn more about the co-hosting organizations?
Find more information about the host organizations: - Bike, Walk, Bus PAC - DC Transportation Equity Network - Greater Greater Washington - Washington Area Bicyclist Association
Is the Josephine Butler Parks Center accessible?
The Josephine Butler Parks Center has limited accessibility. The ground floor is accessible via a ramp, but the upstairs main ballroom is not inaccessible to wheelchair users.
Is Franklin Hall accessible?
Yes, the entrance and restrooms are wheelchair accessible.
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