Modern streetcars could one day run through the Alexandria campus of NOVA. Artwork by Dan Gorosito

The Northern Virginia Streetcar Coalition is holding its annual meeting and fall forum on Nov. 14 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The meeting features a panel of elected officials discussing regional cooperation for transit. Also featured is an update on Arlington’s plans for the Columbia Pike and Crystal City streetcar lines.

The meeting is free of charge and open to the general public. No advance notice is necessary.

Northern Virginia Streetcar Coalition is a grass-roots membership organization conducting education and advocacy in support of a connected network of streetcars serving Northern Virginia.

The featured panelists for the evening are:
Mary Hynes, Chair, Arlington County Board
Penny Gross, Supervisor, Mason District, Fairfax County
Paul Smedberg, City Council Member, Alexandria
David Snyder, Vice Mayor, Falls Church

Columbia Pike/Crystal City Presentation will be given by:
Mary Shavalier, Arlington County Streetcar Coordinator
Matthew Huston, Arlington County DES

The event will be held at the Skyline Technology Center in the Skyline/Baileys Crossroads area. The address is 5275 Leesburg Pike,
Falls Church.

Parking is available in front of the building. Streetcar service is not yet available.

By: NOVA Fortnightly Staff

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